Porthminster Cafe
Porthminster Beach, St Ives, TR26 2EB
Thoughts of blissful times in the Caribbean come flooding back as one contemplates the ocean from this dreamy location, which has been tastefully set up as a foodie destination. Inspirational food from Australian chef Michael Smith comes to the guest, you may have seen him featured on Beach Cafe, Discovery Channel. In the summer evenings there could be a barbecue at one end of the beach serving simply grilled seafood and local produce. Every evening though, the action moves from the open air into the dining room, where the chefs put on a show with the great quality local produce; there is also a supporting terrace for those who will not be dragged indoors at any price. Starting with sun-dried tomatoes and chillies in a lime dressing, one could progress to Moroccan-style braised lamb shank on couscous, rounding off with Riesling-roasted peaches with cinnamon, star anise and mascarpone.Thoughts of blissful times in the Caribbean come flooding back as one contemplates the ocean from this dreamy location, which has been tastefully set up as a foodie destination.
Inspirational food from Australian chef Michael Smith comes to the guest, you may have seen him featured on Beach Cafe, Discovery Channel. In the summer evenings there could be a barbecue at one end of the beach serving simply grilled seafood and local produce.
Every evening though, the action moves from the open air into the dining room, where the chefs put on a show with the great quality local produce; there is also a supporting terrace for those who will not be dragged indoors at any price.
Starting with sun-dried tomatoes and chillies in a lime dressing, one could progress to Moroccan-style braised lamb shank on couscous, rounding off with Riesling-roasted peaches with cinnamon, star anise and mascarpone. The service is casual and friendly to suite the surroundings.
Serious ingredients and food with amazing views, all in all a wonderful place for uncomplicated and informal culinary enjoyment.
Modern, Pacific Rim, Seafood
: 12:00 - 16:00 18:00 - 22:00
Reservations: 01736 795352
Porthminster Beach, St Ives, TR26 2EB [Map]
£22.00 £30.00
(Avg Price is the average cost per person for two courses, coffee, half a bottle of house wine and tip/service)
REVIEWS OF Porthminster Cafe
Ann (22 November 2010)
I ate at the restaurant on my own in November 2010. Food was superb and service excellent. I would highly recommend and can't wait to go back.
DS Clark (29 December 2008)
It couldn't be better. We arrived after a long, cold train journey, the heat went out in our carriage halfway from London, and we were seated next to an active heater. Soup and homemade bread appeared promptly, followed by a seafood curry that offered a fine balance of sweet coconut and warming spices. Venison was cooked to perfection and served with a lovely sauce that again, balanced sweet and savory in satisfying proportions. A banana toffee rift on Eton Mess was a treat at the end of an altogether wonderful meal, which we savored in the jovial, warm ambiance of this idyllic cafe.
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More Info for Porthminster Cafe
Children welcome
Air condition
Reservations
Groups allowed
Outside seating
Cover charge
£12.95
£12.95
Not included, card slips closed
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