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Porthminster Kitchen, St. Ives, Cornwall

Porthminster Kitchen

4.8
4.8
2481 Reviews
£26 to £40
International

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2 people
19:00
Booked 15 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood 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 12:00–14:00 Sun 12:00–15:00 Dinner Daily 17:30–20:30
  • Phone number
    01736 799874
  • Website
    http://www.porthminster.kitchen/#_=_
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Location
    Wharf Road, St. Ives, Cornwall TR26 1LG
  • Area
    St Ives
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wine

Menu

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What 2,481 people are saying

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

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Cornwall

    Best Overall

  • Cornwall

    Best Food

  • Cornwall

    Best Service

  • Cornwall

    Best Ambience

  • Cornwall

    Best Value

  • Cornwall

    Great for scenic views

  • Cornwall

    Most Booked

  • West Cornwall

    Best Overall

  • West Cornwall

    Best Food

  • West Cornwall

    Best Service

  • West Cornwall

    Best Ambience

  • West Cornwall

    Best Value

  • West Cornwall

    Child-friendly

  • West Cornwall

    Good for groups

  • West Cornwall

    Healthy

  • West Cornwall

    Neighbourhood gem

  • West Cornwall

    Romantic

  • West Cornwall

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • West Cornwall

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Porthminster Kitchen offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing views" over St Ives harbour. Guests rave about the "friendly service" and "superb food," including standout dishes like Sunday roast and seafood specialties. The "warm, friendly atmosphere" and "impeccable service" make it a must-visit for both locals and tourists alike.

2,481 Reviews

  1. Tim

    Oxford

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A terrific restaurant. We come back year after year. Food always amazing.

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  2. AnnaW

    VIP

    London

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious Sunday lunch. Gorgeous views. Great service.

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  3. Pippa

    Cornwall

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the most delicious lunch at Porthminster Kitchen - can't recommend it more highly.

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  4. Anne

    Edinburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Staff were so helpful as I have a few food intolerances and they were so accommodation! Have visited many times before and never had bad food or poor service!

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  5. Anna

    London

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow. Our best meal in St Ives by a country mile. Excellent service and amazing food - just perfect.

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  6. Julian

    Oxford

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely superb meal at the Porthminster Kitchen on Friday evening - tasty local food, beautifully presented, relaxed ambience and friendly, knowledgeable waiting staff. I would highly recommend visiting Porthminster Kitchen if you're staying in St Ives.

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  7. Stephen

    VIP

    Manchester

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 3 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent and super friendly staff, definitely be visiting again.

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  8. Angie

    Bristol

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From entering the restaurant we were made to feel welcomed and received excellent service. The menu all sounded delicious and was a difficult choice. I opted for the scallops and my partner the pork belly. Usually we try abit of each others but there was no way I was sharing, the scallops were cooked to perfection and in an awesome dressing. I then has the daily boat fish which was Plaice topped with mussels, samphine and a delicious butter. There were potatoes also but I was too engrossed in the delicious fish. My partner had the linguine which was abundant with prawns and mussels and equally yum. We shared a sticky toffee pud with ice cream and left totally stuffed. Would highly recommend for service, quality of food and general ambience.

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  9. Christopher

    VIP

    Surrey

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 28 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service with a smile. Delicious food served promptly. Good view over the harbour.

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  10. Davide

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Magda is a delight to deal with! The food, some of the best food I’ve ever had, great portions, amazing taste and the view is to die for! Magda recommended great options and took some lovely pics for us, will definitely be back!

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Porthminster Kitchen is rated 4.8 stars by 2481 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 15 times today
Google Map for Porthminster Kitchen

Wharf Road, St. Ives, Cornwall TR26 1LG

Additional information

  • Area
    St Ives
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00–14:00 Sun 12:00–15:00 Dinner Daily 17:30–20:30
  • 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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