Porthminster Beach Cafe
Places to Eat in st ives
Award-winning seafood restaurant on Porthminster Beach, St Ives. Mediterranean and Asian-influenced dishes using locally landed fish, with terrace views over the bay.
Porthminster Beach Cafe sits directly on the sand at Porthminster Beach with a garden terrace overlooking St Ives Bay. The menu is Mediterranean and Asian-influenced, built around fish landed on the Cornish coast - expect dishes like monkfish curry, grilled mackerel with harissa, and sharing platters of local shellfish. Breakfast, lunch, and a children’s menu are also available.
The cafe has won multiple awards and is consistently rated among the best restaurants in Cornwall, not just St Ives. Open for lunch and dinner from spring through autumn, with a shorter winter schedule. Beach pods are available for storing belongings while you eat. Booking is recommended in summer - the terrace tables go first.
Phone: 01736 795352 Email: reservations@porthminstercafe.co.uk
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Porthminster Beach Cafe?
- Porthminster Beach Cafe is located in St Ives, Cornwall, England.
- Can I book Porthminster Beach Cafe online?
- Yes, you can find more information and book via their website at https://www.porthminstercafe.co.uk/
- Where can I stay near Porthminster Beach Cafe?
- There are places to stay nearby in St Ives. Browse all properties in the area to find your perfect accommodation.







