Diners' Choice: Neighbourhood gem restaurants in South Coast

OpenTable

Updated 05 November 2026

Looking for the best restaurants that are the best neighbourhood gems in South Coast? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Cafe Mylor

4.9

4.9 (492)

£25 and under

English

Falmouth

About the restaurant

We love life here at Cafe Mylor, right in the heart of Cornwall at the beautiful Mylor Yacht Harbour. We are open during the day time serving Breakfast, Brunch and Lunch with coffee and cakes served all day.
Every Friday Evening enjoy Caught AT Cafe Mylor with a selection of freshly caught seafood from the harbour.
Reservations 5pm - 8.30pm - From Friday 13th June 2025
Bring your friends, your children, your dogs…..
A great location, great food and altogether a great place to be. We have a spacious inside dining area and a sunny outside terrace with views over the harbour and estuary.
For a reservation today please call on 01326 377743.

Top review

Lori

Dined on 25 Oct 2026

Great food and service as usual. Lovely busy vibe but not too noisy.

Amanzi South African Restaurant Falmouth

4.9

4.9 (640)

£26 to £40

Southern African

Falmouth

About the restaurant

We are a small independent family-run restaurant located in the heart of Falmouth, Cornwall.

Carolyn and Ian - your hosts, would love to make your experience at Amanzi a relaxed, warm, and accommodating one. Born in Malawi and Zambia respectively, they spent most of their lives in South Africa; now residing here in Falmouth bringing all the flavours of Southern Africa directly to your plate.

We hope to see you soon, and that your dining experience with us will be memorable and different.

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Bridget

Dined 6 days ago

The service and advice on ordering was excellent. The food was exceptional. We will be returning and definitely would recommend Amanzi to friends.

Petty Fours

4.8

4.8 (80)

£41 and over

British

Truro

About the restaurant

Petty Fours offers a relaxed dining experience and is the creation of Alfred Petty, creating outstanding menus that evolve with the Cornish seasons.

Petty Fours offers a Set menu for lunch and a Set menu and Tasting menu in the evening.

Inspired by Cornwall’s culinary environment, Alfred and his team combine their knowledge from London restaurants; Michelin-starred establishments, and local Cornish eateries, to provide you with the best possible dining experience.

Petty Fours restaurant is playful and charms with both taste and theatre, Alfred recreates moments and memories from his life, bringing elements of joy and comforting nostalgia to the table, making for an unforgettable experience.

Top review

Elliot

Dined 4 days ago

Fantastic food and amazing atmosphere! Thank you to Gary and Alfie for making us feel so welcome. We look forward to visiting again soon!

Cadgwith Cove Inn

4.8

4.8 (40)

£26 to £40

Pub

Lizard

About the restaurant

Welcome to Cadgwith Cove Inn! As well as having a reputation for keeping a fine selection of cask ales, the Cadgwith Cove Inn is renowned for its family run kitchen which is open every day, including the option to Takeaway.

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SueGold

Dined on 8 Oct 2026

We have just returned home after a week staying in Cadgwith and ate at the pub every day.Staff friendly .Food yummy.I highly recomend the catch of the day.and sundaes.Full of cornish charm.

Three Tuns

4.7

4.7 (271)

£25 and under

Pub

Falmouth

About the restaurant

A charming village pub nestled in the heart of St Keverne in the unspoiled Cornish town, Helston. This soul-soothing, local pub offers a fresh, seasonal menu coupled with local craft beverages, all of which can be enjoyed in our vintage, west-country setting. Our alfresco lawn is the perfect oasis for any passing visitor or returning local. Take in the panoramic views of the rolling hills and the Ford brook with a drink in hand. With 6 luxury bell tents hidden in our rear garden and 5 ensuite rooms above the tavern with views across the village square, you can make The Three Tuns your Cornish escape any time of the year.

Top review

Mike

Dined on 23 Sept 2026

Really nice food accommodated us at short notice. Lovely Pub and good service

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Experience

Festive Set Menu - £38pp (£10pp deposit)

Experience

Sharing plates (£10pp deposit)

Experience

3 Course Christmas Day Menu-£100pp (£25pp deposit)

Halfway House

4.6

4.6 (767)

£25 and under

Pub

Penryn

About the restaurant

If you're looking for a welcoming atmosphere along with great food and drinks, all served in a beautiful Cornish setting, then the Halfway House pub in Penryn is the place for you. Our spacious pub has plenty of room for everyone and families are more than welcome, including your four-legged friends!

Top review

Liz

Dined 3 days ago

Lovely meal. Wonderful staff. Will come again, thank you

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Experience

Festive Set Menu - £31.95pp (£10pp deposit)

Experience

Sharing plates (£10pp deposit)

Sam's Fowey

4.6

4.6 (108)

£25 and under

Bistro

Fowey

About the restaurant

Sam’s is a lively and welcoming family run restaurant set within a historic 13th-century building in the heart of Fowey.
Since opening in 1987, when Sam was just 18 years old, the restaurant has become a favourite for both locals, tourists and the famous over the years
We proudly celebrate Cornish produce with a menu featuring award-winning hand-pressed burgers, locally landed fish, St Austell Bay mussels, lobster, scallops and meat sourced from local suppliers.
Working closely with trusted suppliers, our team creates simple and delicious flavour-packed dishes using the very best local ingredients.
Great food, friendly staff, and a vibrant atmosphere are at the heart of every visit. With familiar faces like Scott, our manager of 36 years, and Ed, who has been with us for over 25 years, you’ll always receive a warm welcome. Whether dining with family or friends, a quick cocktail or coffee, Sam’s is the perfect place to relax, celebrate, and enjoy the spirit of Cornwall.

Top review

Jayne

Dined 5 days ago

We are regulars here. Always have a nice time & good food

The Kingswood

4.6

4.6 (194)

£26 to £40

Bistro

St. Austell

About the restaurant

Set in the beautiful woodland of Pentewan Valley, this family owned and run restaurant offers a modern but welcoming environment. With ever changing menus, all of our food is influenced by the seasons and the very best of locally-sourced produce. Recently refurbished, The Kingswood Restaurant & Rooms is a place to relax, sit back and enjoy a unique energy and buzz around food.

Top review

Kath

Dined 5 days ago

A varied menu and everything was delicious. The service was friendly and efficient. The portions were ideal and we enjoyed it all. The restaurant has a great ambience and was comfortable and enjoyable.

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Experience

Christmas Day at Kingswood – A Festive Feast

The Smugglers Inn

4.6

4.6 (877)

£25 and under

British

Torpoint

About the restaurant

Nestling beside Seaton green and just 50 yards from the beach, The Smugglers Inn is a family and dog friendly pub that prides itself on offering a traditional selection of classic pub fayre, cooked by our enthusiastic team of chefs, using locally sourced ingredients wherever possible.

Along with the classics, we have a continually updated Specials Board where our chefs love to show their flare and creativity.

The highlight of our culinary week is undoubtedly our Sunday Carvery, served until 5pm every Sunday. Often described by our regular customers as ‘The best roast in the area’, with a selection of 4 roast meats, crispy roast potatoes, an amazing selection of 7 vegetables, plus homemade Yorkshire puddings and gravy, it is a truly sumptuous feast to end your week!

Vegetarians are also well catered for, with many of our dishes available with a vegetarian option, including our carvery which comes with TWO homemade vegetarian choices – a delicious nut roast and a vegan lentil roast.

Top review

Amanda

Dined on 25 Oct 2026

Best carvery ever. We don't go anywhere else now. Food is amazing, excellent range of meats and best seasoned vegetables.

Harbour House

4.3

4.3 (313)

£26 to £40

Gastro Pub

Falmouth

About the restaurant

Welcome to Harbour House! A Cornish waterside pub.

Walk-ins and drinkers always welcome.

Top review

Mike

Dined 6 days ago

The food and the service were excellent. It helped as it was extremely quiet when I was there. The price of pint of a really good real ale was just £2.50, so that was the icing on the cake. An excellent place to dine in comfort and enjoy really good food.

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Experience

Wreath Making workshop with Green Rabbit Flowers

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