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Porthminster Kitchen, St. Ives, Cornwall

Porthminster Kitchen

4.8
4.8
2514 Reviews
£26 to £40
International
Wharf Road, St. Ives, Cornwall TR26 1LG

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
Porthminster Kitchen serves up a refreshing, playful take on Cornish cuisine, introducing a menu of smaller plates and lighter options which combine global flavours, fresh local ingredients and creative cooking.

We have stripped out much of what is unnecessary; dairy and gluten take a backseat in favour of fresh and exciting textures and flavours.

Porthminster Kitchen enjoys awe-inspiring panoramic views from its location in the heart of St Ives. From your vantage point above the harbour, escape the hustle and bustle and relax on our sun-drenched terrace, or gaze out from huge windows and take in the 180° view.
We are dog friendly but have limited space for our furry friends please let us know when booking to avoid disappointment.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    International
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    St Ives
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wine

What 2,514 people are saying

Porthminster Kitchen reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Cornwall

    Best Overall

  • Cornwall

    Best Food

  • Cornwall

    Best Service

  • Cornwall

    Best Ambiance

  • Cornwall

    Best Value

  • Cornwall

    Good for business meals

  • Cornwall

    Healthy

  • Cornwall

    Hot spot

  • Cornwall

    Great for fine wines

  • Cornwall

    Great for scenic views

  • Cornwall

    Good for special occasions

  • Cornwall

    Most Booked

  • West Cornwall

    Best Overall

  • West Cornwall

    Best Food

  • West Cornwall

    Best Service

  • West Cornwall

    Best Ambiance

  • West Cornwall

    Best Value

  • West Cornwall

    Kid-friendly

  • West Cornwall

    Good for groups

  • West Cornwall

    Healthy

  • West Cornwall

    Neighborhood gem

  • West Cornwall

    Good for special occasions

  • West Cornwall

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • West Cornwall

    Lively

  • West Cornwall

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Porthminster Kitchen offers "fantastic food" and "fabulous service" amidst "stunning views" of St Ives Harbour. Known for its "amazing scallops" and "superb Sunday roast," the menu features "delicious, fresh food" with a cozy ambiance. Guests praise the "attentive staff" and "lovely atmosphere," making it a "highly recommended" dining destination.
2,514 Reviews
  1. Jack

    Cornwall1 review

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    £123 for 2 meals and 2 starters with a couple of drinks is abit steep, but overall very good food and good service.

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  2. Annette

    Oxford1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous as always. The freshest fish prepared to perfection.

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  3. Beth

    Dublin2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious fresh food. Impeccable service. It was our second time and did not disappoint. All the fish is so fresh and delicious. 100/10 reccomend

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  4. Duncan

    Essex5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely food a very nice negroni and excellent staff

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  5. Mary

    Devon9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed our time at the Portminster Kitchen. I think.we made good choices for us with the food. I had the Seafood linguini and my husband had the Seabream both were delicious. They were cooked beautifully and we found them both very tasty and not too salty. Not the cheapest of meals but it was a birthday treat. Overall it was worth the cost. I liked the set prices for other options but we had what we wanted to eat. The veiws were pretty good of the sea and service was great.

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  6. Anastasia

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My boyfriend and I absolutely enjoyed the food at this restaurant. I had fantastic scallops and catch of the day which was sole served with mouthwatering potatoes and greens

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  7. Tracy

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The location and quality of food here is outstanding. We love a small menu, the scallops were absolutely amazing, highly recommended, followed by the monkfish curry. We had a table by the window which was so lovely , watching the sea waves breaking on the beach and rocks. We booked for the next evening due to having such a perfect meal in a beautiful location .

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  8. Glenn

    Buckinghamshire3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 9, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service and wonderful view from the balcony.

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  9. Angela

    Cornwall5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food. The hake with scallop veloute exceptional. Superb service. Stunning view. Always visit on our annual trip to St Ives.

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  10. DEBORAH VIP

    London33 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved this restaurant so much that we chose to return twice during our three night stay in St Ives. Fabulous service, amazing food and such a jewel to experience.

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FAQs

Porthminster Kitchen is rated 4.8 stars by 2514 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today
Google Map for Porthminster Kitchen

Wharf Road, St. Ives, Cornwall TR26 1LG

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    St Ives
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    International
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wine
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