Porthminster Beach

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34 Years

experience

Porthminster Beach Restaurant & Beach Experience in St Ives

Porthminster Beach has established itself as a premier dining destination over 33 years, blending Asian and Mediterranean culinary influences with locally sourced ingredients. Our team crafts vibrant dishes featuring sustainably caught seafood from St Ives Bay and nearby harbours, complemented by produce from our coastal kitchen garden. The restaurant's iconic whitewashed structure offers panoramic views of St Ives Bay, with a heated glass terrace enabling year-round outdoor dining. We prioritise sustainability through recycling initiatives, reduced food miles by partnering with local suppliers, and maintaining one of the UK's highest fish2fork sustainability ratings.

Our commitment to quality extends to vegetarian and vegan options, while our beachside facilities include takeaway services, ice cream parlours, and beach pod rentals. The garden cultivated by Jim and Julie Horn enhances both our menus and the local environment, reflecting our dedication to community and ecological stewardship. Daily operations span brunch, lunch, and dinner services, with seasonal adjustments to accommodate both intimate gatherings and larger parties. Our location adjacent to St Ives branch line station ensures accessibility, while our ethos combines environmental responsibility with exceptional culinary experiences.

Services

Restaurant Takeaway Ice Cream Parlour Beach Shops Gin & Cocktail Bar Beach Pods Outdoor Kitchen Beach Facilities Vouchers Garden

Details

Year established: 1992

Highlights and features

33 years of culinary expertise blending Asian and Mediterranean influences
Sustainably sourced seafood with fish2fork accreditation
Produce from our dedicated coastal kitchen garden
Panoramic sea views from our iconic whitewashed restaurant
Family-friendly facilities including takeaway and beach pods

Associations and certifications

fish2fork

Website

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Services

Restaurant

Our award-winning restaurant combines Asian and Mediterranean influences with sustainably sourced seafood from St Ives Bay and local harbours. Vegetarian and vegan dishes utilise produce from our coastal kitchen garden. The heated glass terrace offers year-round panoramic sea views, while the menu showcases foraged coastal ingredients and traditional Cornish fare.

Beach Pods

Beach pods provide secure daytime storage for personal items during your visit. Available for hourly bookings, these pods accommodate families and groups seeking convenience while exploring Porthminster Beach. Pods require vacating at dusk and include access to additional equipment hire services like deckchairs and parasols.

Takeaway

The townside takeaway offers traditional beach snacks including Cornish pasties, freshly made baguettes, chips, and pizzas. A licensed bar serves cocktails, draught beer, and hot or cold drinks. This family-friendly option provides quick service for visitors seeking casual dining without restaurant reservations.

Gin & Cocktail Bar

Our fully licensed bar features cocktails, freshly ground coffee, and cream teas. The outdoor kitchen serves locally handmade burgers, freshly caught fish, and vegetarian options. This social hub combines casual dining with premium beverages in a relaxed beachside atmosphere adjacent to our putting green.

Coastal Kitchen Garden

The coastal kitchen garden supplies salad leaves, vegetables, fruits, and herbs for daily specials. Chefs forage along the South West Coast Path for wild ingredients, enhancing seasonal dishes and cocktails. This sustainable project reduces food miles while maintaining ecological harmony with the surrounding environment.

Questions

What are Porthminster Beach's opening hours?

The restaurant operates daily from 10:00 to 20:00 for brunch, lunch, and dinner. Beach facilities remain accessible during daylight hours.

Can I book a beach pod?

Yes, 36 beach pods are available for daytime storage. Bookings can be made via our website, with keys collected from 10:00 on Saturdays and returned by 17:00 on Fridays.

Does the restaurant offer vegetarian options?

Yes, our menu includes carefully crafted vegetarian and vegan dishes using produce from our coastal kitchen garden and local growers.

How sustainable is Porthminster Beach's seafood?

We maintain fish2fork accreditation by sourcing sustainably caught seafood from St Ives Bay and Cornish harbours, with minimal-stress fishing practices prioritised.

Are there parking facilities nearby?

No onsite parking exists, but St Ives railway station car park is a two-minute walk. Alternative options include Trenwith Car Park (15-20 minute walk) and park-and-ride services.

What beach amenities are available?

Facilities include takeaway food, ice cream parlours, beach shops selling wetsuits and toys, equipment hire (deckchairs, parasols), and a licensed bar with outdoor dining.

Reviews (5)

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Dan Flack

Jan 02, 2022 Report

One of the finest dining experiences I've ever had. My partner and I had the pork belly starter which somehow was incredibly crispy and melted in your mouth at the same time. For mains we ordered a monkfish curry and pan fried hake, both were so exceptional we had to share and experience them together. The staff were absolutely lovely and it wasn't expensive, especially compared to other local places which were priced similarly but weren't nearly as good. In the most stunning of locations too.

Digritz

Oct 23, 2021 Report

3.5 seriously over priced. We had been recommended this place and booked for lunch . Its got a great position , but parking is a pain . Staff are helpful and friendly but the food just did not live up to the hype and the price was mad for what it was . I get the feeling they play on the reputation and on the basis most people just wont come back maybe ?
Starters -
Falmouth scallop (note - singular in the description) with crab Mac and cheese - 15.50. For one
Yes one scallop . Not a giant , just one , on a very mediocre puddle of macaroni with some crab mixed through . The

J. T.

Oct 19, 2021 Report

Beautiful scenery from the restaurant and The seafood are fresh and I am definitely coming back again! Just a lil pricey for 2 starters and a main.

Paul Tromans

Sep 11, 2021 Report

Stopped here so the wife and daughter could have cocktails which they had a good selection of at reasonable prices. As I was driving i had the Peroni Libre non alcoholic. Lovely spot to have a drink to quench the thirst in the heat and people watch. With the palm trees aquamarine sea and sunshine you could be anywhere in the world

George Eaton

Sep 01, 2021 Report

This place is an absolute must for staying staying in the area. We were incredibly well looked after from start to finish and you simply cannot beat the views overlooking Porthminster beach. One of the best seafood meals we have ever eaten (and weve had a lot). Will be back