Business Details
Porthgwidden Beach Cafe Restaurant in St Ives
Porthgwidden Beach Cafe is a family-friendly beachside establishment nestled beneath the grassy slopes of St Ives Island, offering uninterrupted views of St Ives Bay. We operate year-round, providing a unique combination of dining experiences through our main restaurant, takeaway bar, and beach shop. Our commitment to sustainability is demonstrated through comprehensive recycling initiatives and active beach conservation efforts.The business maintains strong community ties through partnerships with local suppliers and adherence to strict environmental standards. Our facilities include seasonal beach pods for storage, accessible dining areas for dogs, and dedicated safety measures overseen by the National Coast Guard Institute. The restaurant accommodates diverse dietary needs while maintaining flexible booking policies to ensure customer satisfaction.
Services
Beach Restaurant
Takeaway Bar
Beach Pods
Vouchers
Wedding Venue
Highlights and features
- We offer uninterrupted sea views from our beachfront location
- Our seasonal beach pods provide exclusive beach access
- We maintain 'Excellent' water quality standards year-round
- Our dog-friendly policies accommodate four-legged guests
- National Coast Guard Institute monitored safety measures in place
Associations and certifications
- Environment Agency
What people say
Breathtaking views
Fresh Cornish produce
Dog-friendly policies
Excellent water quality
Family-friendly atmosphere
Services
Beach Restaurant
Our main restaurant offers seasonal menus featuring local Cornish produce with indoor and outdoor seating. Guests enjoy panoramic sea views and flexible dining hours from 10am daily. The menu includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner options with special provisions for children and dietary requirements.
Takeaway Bar
Seasonal beachfront food service operating from wooden benches near the shoreline. Provides quick access to hot and cold refreshments alongside our beach shop facilities. Available during peak visitor months with a focus on casual dining experiences.
Beach Pods
Secure beach storage units available for holidaymakers to store equipment and supplies. Offers convenient 24/7 access to beach facilities. Ideal for visitors seeking extended beach stays with secure storage solutions for sun loungers, toys, and personal items.
Vouchers
Digital and physical gift vouchers available for restaurant experiences and beach pods. Suitable for personal gifts or corporate hospitality packages. Includes flexible redemption options and validity periods accommodating seasonal visitation patterns.
Wedding Venue
Beachfront location for weddings and special events with capacity for 50 seated guests. Combines natural coastal scenery with catering services and event coordination support. Available for exclusive bookings with seasonal availability and tailored package options.
Questions
What are Porthgwidden Beach's operating hours?
The restaurant operates daily from 10am. Summer dinner service runs until 8:30pm, with Sunday roasts available until 5pm. Takeaway facilities operate seasonally.
Can I bring my dog to Porthgwidden Beach?
Dogs are welcome in outdoor dining areas and on the beach before 10am and after 6pm during summer months. Specific restrictions apply to beach sand areas between July 1st and August 31st.
What safety measures are in place at Porthgwidden Beach?
The beach has permanent safety notices, lifebuoys, and is monitored year-round by the St Ives National Coast Guard Institute station located directly above the beach.
How can I book a beach pod?
Beach pods can be reserved through our website booking system. These secure storage units allow 24/7 access to beach equipment and personal belongings during your stay.
What sustainability initiatives does Porthgwidden Beach implement?
We maintain comprehensive recycling programs, provide designated litter bins, and actively participate in beach conservation efforts to preserve our coastal environment for future generations.
Reviews (7)
Lesley Fullbrook
Jan 28, 2022
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Popped in for lunch, was welcomed by a wonderful friendly team, sat in the terrace area overlooking the beach and sea, we ordered the meat feast pizza which was amazing, so full of flavour, everything was fresh.
Tessa Hewitt
Jan 23, 2022
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We had our wedding at Porthgwidden Beach Cafe in October and the whole team did such an amazing job. It is a gorgeous venue and Di, their wedding planner, was absolutely fantastic throughout the whole planning process and on the day. She is amazingly organised, friendly, proactive and professional, and really put her all into making sure that the day ran smoothly. She was really on top of everything that needed to be organised and helped so much with things like working out the timeline of the day. We were in touch so much before the day that it felt strange to stop all the texts and emails afterwards
Michael Wallage
Oct 01, 2021
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Great little place to stop off for a cuppa and a bite to eat, prices did frighten the beejezus out of me but then again I’m a pesky tourist and not used to Cornish prices. The town council however ought to be… ashamed, the gents toilets adjacent to the cafe had a blockage, toilet water mixed with god knows what else running out of the door and down the street…… YUK !!! I little friend joined us part way through and shared a biscuit, that made me happy again.
Balerathon
Sep 12, 2021
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Went to the takeaway and ordered two coffees. Coffee nice but portions are tiny. Won't be going back.
Claire Bowery
Aug 28, 2021
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This restaurant is one of our favourite places to dine. Top quality food with fantastic staff. The staff go above and beyond to go out there way to make you feel welcome. Nothing is to much trouble. The quality of food and presentation was spot on.
Helen Williamson
Jul 30, 2021
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Lovely staff. Helpful, friendly and very welcoming. I had a really tasty vegan Panna Cotta too 😊
Gail Churney-Baum
Jul 24, 2021
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The staff at this establishment are second to none, they really made our evening. With trouble parking they still were able to find a wonderful table with an amazing view. The food was excellent and the service was extremely attentive. Thank you!
