Porthminster Beach Cafe
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Award-winning seafood restaurant on Porthminster Beach, St Ives. Mediterranean and Asian-influenced dishes using locally landed fish, with terrace views over the bay.
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Porthminster Beach Cafe sits directly on the sand at Porthminster Beach in St Ives, with a terrace looking over St Ives Bay to Godrevy Lighthouse. The cooking mixes Asian and Mediterranean influences and puts seafood at the centre. The restaurant says much of its fish comes from St Ives Bay or from day boats at Newlyn, Looe and Mevagissey, and it grows salad leaves, vegetables and herbs in its own coastal kitchen garden. Vegetarian and vegan dishes are on the menu too.
The cafe has been trading for over 30 years and carries a Michelin Guide Selected listing for 2025. It is open daily for lunch and dinner, and a glass-enclosed, heated terrace keeps outdoor tables usable through the colder months. Walk-ins are welcome when there is space, but the restaurant recommends booking, especially for larger groups and school holidays. The South West Coast Path passes the door.
Phone: 01736 795352 Email: reservations@porthminstercafe.co.uk
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Sample dates: 16 October 2026 - 18 October 2026. Adjust below to see live prices for St Ives.
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- 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/
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