Best restaurants in Newquay

You’ll feel like you’re dangling over the sea when dining at Lewinnick Lodge thanks to its cliff-edge location on Pentire Headland. This hotel restaurant serves everything from a hearty breakfast to a varied international dinner menu.

Freshly made pizzas and hefty burgers are the order of the day at WAX, which overlooks Newquay’s popular Watergate Bay. Leave space for a tempting dessert such as an ice cream sundae or chocolate brownie.

Serving a wide variety international dishes ranging from Middle Eastern treats to seaside favourites, Beach Hut is a cosy hangout on the sands of Watergate Bay. Plates come in large or small sizes, while wood-drenched interiors ensure a relaxed ambience.

Priding itself on its less-is-more ethos, Emily Scott Food offers a carefully put together menu of seafood and plant-based dishes. It also benefits from a stunning terrace which overlooks the beach and features a retractable glass roof.

Located on Newquay’s most famous beach, the Fish House Fistral is all about fresh fish, wonderful sea views, and a chilled-out vibe. Pop in for a fish finger sandwich at lunch or come for something more substantial at dinner.

This pan-Asian restaurant uses fresh Cornish ingredients to create traditional plates of food from Thailand, Korea, China and more. There are plenty of vegetarian options on offer at Kahuna, while kids eat free before 5:30pm.

Things are kept classy at this restaurant inside the luxurious Atlantic Hotel; think Champagne buckets in every corner and white table cloths. As well as its ever-changing seasonal food menu, Silks also serves an affordable afternoon tea.

It’s all about big portions of British pub classics at this old-school boozer which overlooks the harbour. Visit during the week for a burger and a pint of local ale or head down on a Sunday to try one of the Red Lion’s generous roasts.

Serving up an Australian-inspired fare, Bush Pepper is a bistro found in Newquay’s town centre. Head here to try unusual dishes such as outback spiced kangaroo and wash it all down with an Australian lager.

Situated just a short drive from Newquay, The Traveller’s Rest is a charming pub dating back to the 17th century. Expect inventive takes on pub classics, like a sweet chilli Scotch egg with mango and cumin chutney, and locally brewed ales.

Boasting glorious sand-to-sun views and a spacious, decked outdoor area, The Terrace at the five-star Headland Hotel is located just moments away from Fistral Beach and offers award-winning food inspired by the nearby coastline.

Found inside the Bedruthan Hotel in nearby Mawgan Porth, The Herring is a modern restaurant serving an inventive set menu. Expect dishes including pickled mackerel with rhubarb, elderflower and sourdough, and salt-baked celeriac with walnut ketchup.

This all-day eatery at The Park in Mawgan Porth is open for everything from coffee and cake to Sunday roasts. Chef Michael Corbin’s affordable menu is focused around simple dishes done well whether that be crispy squid or a burger of the day.

Named after a nearby rock formation, this swanky modern restaurant found inside the Watergate Bay Hotel features floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the sea, a terrace for al fresco dining and a menu which showcases Cornish produce.

The Stable’s panoramic floor-to-ceiling window provides one of the finest views around of the sun setting over Fistral Beach. Order one of the sourdough pizzas on offer and a pint of local cider and you’re set for a memorable evening.

The eponymous restaurant at the Scarlet Hotel in Mawgan Porth is a little more special than your average hotel bistro. Indulge in dishes from the daily-changing menu such as roasted pigeon breast, braised lentils and carrots while staring out towards the sea.