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15 Best Restaurants in Penzance (Top Places to Eat)

tasty Grilled John Dory

Penzance is a town in the far southwest of Cornwall surrounded by beautiful coast and soft, sandy beaches. There are lots of wonderful things to do in Penzance from exploring museums and beaches to eating at the best restaurants in Penzance.

I’ve been visiting Cornwall since childhood and have dined at many of the top restaurants in Penzance over the years. Seafood is a specialty across Cornwall, but the town is also home to some wonderful restaurants offering a range of cuisines.

After staying in and eating my way around Penzance over many years, I have compiled this list of my favorite restaurants in the town and the best places to eat in Penzance.

15 Best Restaurants in Penzance

I’ve based my selection of the best restaurants in Penzance on the quality of the ingredients, service, location, my own opinion, and customer reviews (so it’s not just based solely on my opinion). I’ve eaten at many more restaurants in that time, but I’ve narrowed this list down to 15 based on those criteria.

1. The Shore Restaurant (Best Restaurant in Penzance Overall)

If you’re looking for fine dining in Penzance, then The Shore is the place to go. The set menu is specially prepared using locally caught seafood and fresh, local ingredients. This is one of the most romantic restaurants in Penzance and is perfect for that special occasion.

Dining is by reservation only and this can be done up to one month in advance. You can book online or by calling the number below. The restaurant opens at 6:45 pm ready to be served at 7:00 pm.

After your meal, you can even pick up a cookbook by The Shore to take home with you for £30.00.

The Shore Restaurant Info

Address: 13-14 Alverton Street, Penzance, Cornwall, TR18 2QP
Phone: +44 (0)1736 362444
Operating Hours: 6:45 pm until you finish (dinner is served at 7:00 pm sharp), Tues-Sat
Must-Try Meals: Grilled John Dory, miso soup, sardines
Average Cost: £90 for a six-course set menu (drinks extra)
Website: theshorerestaurant.uk

2. The Cork and Fork (Best Traditional Penzance Restaurant)

The Cork and Fork is a family-run restaurant that utilizes the freshest local produce to prepare sumptuous meals based on the availability of ingredients at the time of the year. This is one of the best local restaurants in Penzance and it has an excellent and affordable menu.

I recommend the pork belly and crab linguine (two of my favorite dishes), or the wild mushroom linguine for vegetarians. Cork and Fork…

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