Must-see restaurants in The Lizard

  • Roskillys Farm

    The Lizard

    Just outside St Keverne, this renowned organic farm produces some of Cornwall's most delicious ice cream, as well as yoghurts, fudges and sorbets and jams…

  • Kota

    The Lizard

    Porthleven's top restaurant is run by half Maori, half Chinese-Malay chef Jude Kereama. Set in an old harbourside mill, the menu is spiced with Far…

  • Shipwright Arms

    The Lizard

    Thatched on top, beamed inside, with to-die-for river views, the Helford's waterfront pub is a riverside beauty. Nautical knick-knacks adorn the bar, and…

  • New Yard

    The Lizard

    Run by a new chef, Jeff Robinson, this upmarket bistro on the Trelowarren Estate is passionate about local sourcing: fish comes from a Cadgwith boat, meat…

  • Ann's Pasties

    The Lizard

    Are Ann Muller's pasties the best in Cornwall? Well, according to Rick Stein they are – and judging by the queues stretching out the door at lunchtime,…

  • Ann's Pasties

    The Lizard

    This is quite possibly the best pasty-maker in Cornwall. Originally based at her shop on the Lizard, Ann Muller's pasties have been so successful she's…

  • Kota Kai

    The Lizard

    On the 1st floor of a quayside building, this zingy cafe is chef Jude Kereama's second restaurant in Porthleven. It's a more relaxed affair, but still…

  • Fat Apples Cafe

    The Lizard

    Set in a former vineyard just a couple of minutes or so away from Porthallow's small beach, this secret garden cafe is a real find. Its stock-in-trade is…

  • Halzephron Inn

    The Lizard

    On the cliffs above the cove of Gunwalloe, 5 miles south of Helston, this is a historic Cornish local, whitewashed and slate-topped, with brassy trinkets…

  • Kynance Cove Cafe

    The Lizard

    There can be few beachside cafes in Cornwall – or Britain, for that matter – with a finer location than this one, huddled among the rocks on the edge of…

  • Poldhu Beach Cafe

    The Lizard

    If you're peckish after a swim or a hike, this charming beach cafe will come as a welcome break. There's a limited menu – veggie or full English…

  • Twisted Currant

    The Lizard

    In the mood for something sticky and sinful? Then head for Susan Plant's sweet little tearoom, where she offers homemade sponges, scones, fancies, treacle…

  • Cadgwith Cove Inn

    The Lizard

    Cadgwith's fishers have been congregating in this thatched pub since time immemorial, and if you're lucky you might be treated to a traditional sea shanty…

  • Polpeor Cafe

    The Lizard

    Right beside the point, this shack cafe has views that most restaurants would take out a triple mortgage for. It's a modest little place, but for our…

  • Greenhouse

    The Lizard

    A surprisingly swish little village bistro. The menu is quite classic, but dabbles with miso sauces, tempura batters and seafood sauce reductions, as well…

  • Amélies

    The Lizard

    This popular harbourside hang-out has a little bit of everything: pizzas, burgers, sharing platters (known here as 'planks') and plenty of seafood. It's a…

  • Lifeboat House

    The Lizard

    The menu is a bit mix-and-match at this little cafe by the harbour in Coverack: you could tuck into sirloin steak, tagines, seafood cocktails or chicken…

  • Gourmet Picnics

    The Lizard

    The ultimate in boutique beach dining: a pre-packed hamper brimming with three courses of Cornish goodies including roast beef, smoked salmon, cheeses,…

  • Rick Stein Porthleven

    The Lizard

    Cornwall's original celeb chef has branched out with several Cornish franchises, including this one. It's a solid bistro, serving classic fare such as…

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