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Porthminster Kitchen, St. Ives, Cornwall

Porthminster Kitchen

4.8 (2527)
£26 to £40
International
Wharf Road, St. Ives, Cornwall TR26 1LG

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
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 2,527 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

    Good for business meals

  • Cornwall

    Good for groups

  • Cornwall

    Healthy

  • Cornwall

    Hot spot

  • Cornwall

    Great for fine wines

  • Cornwall

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Cornwall

    Great for scenic views

  • 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

    Hot spot

  • West Cornwall

    Neighborhood gem

  • West Cornwall

    Romantic

  • 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 an exceptional dining experience with "phenomenal food," "impeccable service," and "stunning views" over St Ives Harbour. The restaurant is known for its "superb seafood," "engaging staff," and an "exciting menu." Guests frequently praise its "relaxed atmosphere" and "beautifully presented dishes," making it a favorite for repeat visits.
2,527 Reviews
  1. Judy

    Gloucestershire7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous meal , lovely view across the harbour when sat in window table, service outstanding. Thank you

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  2. Rhys

    South Wales3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, Great service, Great atmosphere, Great location. Pet friendly

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  3. Alex

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was phenomenal and well worth it. I would highly recommend this place

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  4. Philip

    Kent2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding Dining Experience The food was absolutely fantastic—I had three courses, each one exceptional. The steak was cooked to perfection and the sticky toffee pudding was a real standout. Service was friendly, professional, and perfectly timed throughout. Highly recommended!

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  5. Roger

    Cornwall1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant never fails to impress us . Highly recommend the Whitebait and Mackerel nibbles. We both had different fish mains which were superb . Too full for dessert’s. Good wine selection too.Beautiful views over the Bay make this place a great favourite of ours on our regular visits to St. Ives. Not inexpensive, but well worth it ! We will be back !

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  6. Simon

    Brighton1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and service. It never disappoints us every time we go

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  7. Joanne

    Cornwall2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely place and lovely staff and food is amazing

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  8. Richard

    London3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Probably the sixth time we have visited over the years. The service was excellent and the wines enjoyable. The sharing breads and olives were excellent. Whilst the hake dish was excellent the curried monkfish was a disappointment. The cooking of the fish, mussels and prawns was excellent but as curries go it was incredibly mild with no heat at all. Puds were very interesting especially the rice pudding. However the premises below had an "entertainer". Her wailing totally spoiled the ambience. This was not a cheap meal for two and to be honest on the whole we have had much better.

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  9. Helen

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Simply superb - simple as that . Super service Super staff Fantastic Food And Fabulous View What’s not to love. A hidden gem - find it and enjoy every single moment .

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  10. Bob

    Birmingham2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A very pleasant dining experience overlooking St Ives Harbour. The service was great and the food was superb. An excellent choice of seafood and some good wines. We will be back!

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Porthminster Kitchen is rated 4.8 stars by 2527 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 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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