The Garden Bar & Restaurant
A charming restaurant within Hotel Penzance, offering breathtaking coastal views and a menu celebrating local produce.
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The Garden Bar & Restaurant
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Must-see attractions
A charming restaurant within Hotel Penzance, offering breathtaking coastal views and a menu celebrating local produce.
"Amazing food and fantastic service in a lovely location with beautiful views."
Book Ahead
Reservations are recommended, especially during peak seasons, to ensure you secure a table.
Communicate Dietary Needs
The staff are accommodating. Clearly state any dietary requests or preferences for them to assist.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
British, Cornish, Seafood
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+44 1736 363117
Address
Hotel, Britons Hill, Penzance TR18 3AE, United Kingdom
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Breathtaking Coastal Views
Dine with stunning panoramic views of Penzance and Mounts Bay, creating a memorable backdrop for any meal.
Locally Sourced Culinary Delights
Chef Ben Reeve crafts a menu highlighting the best local produce, from fresh St Ives fish to homegrown vegetables.
Exceptional Value Set Menus
Enjoy multi-course fixed-price meals that offer excellent value for the quality of food and dining experience.
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Book Ahead
Reservations are recommended, especially during peak seasons, to ensure you secure a table.
Communicate Dietary Needs
The staff are accommodating. Clearly state any dietary requests or preferences for them to assist.
Visit During Off-Peak
To enjoy a more relaxed atmosphere, consider visiting during less busy hours.
Try Chef's Recommendations
Don't hesitate to ask about or try the chef's recommended dishes for a special culinary experience.
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Book Ahead
Reservations are recommended, especially during peak seasons, to ensure you secure a table.
Communicate Dietary Needs
The staff are accommodating. Clearly state any dietary requests or preferences for them to assist.
Visit During Off-Peak
To enjoy a more relaxed atmosphere, consider visiting during less busy hours.
Try Chef's Recommendations
Don't hesitate to ask about or try the chef's recommended dishes for a special culinary experience.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Diners rave about the exceptional food quality, particularly highlighting dishes like the duck and steak, and the stunning coastal views. The restaurant offers great value, especially with its set menus. While the food and ambiance are highly praised, some reviews suggest room for improvement in service consistency and staff experience.
"A really worth while visit. Great view, very good value for food, such lovely staff. Hopefully the kitchen staff will also see this, amazinggg food! Really appreciated the effort with my dietary request"
Amy Le
"Don’t let the outside fool you. Inside is modern and very beautifully decorated. We found this restaurant via Google Maps as we struggled to find nice restaurants in Penzance that day.
Service is good as members of staff were friendly and they always checked in on us.
Only downfall is that we felt the mussels were a bit over cooked so it wasn’t that nice but the flavour was good. There also wasn’t anyone at reception to greet us, and it got a bit awkward when we said we were here as we had a dinner reservation and I had to say, can we go to the restaurant, and is the restaurant that way? It would’ve been nice if she lead us the way first.
Salad is very nice, I would come here again for the salad and ambience."
Helen Bui
"Fast and friendly service from the wait staff. We ordered the 2 course fixed price meal of pork shank with a side of vegetables and fries. The veggies comprised of peppers with zucchinis. The pork was a bit tough but slathered in gravy. The Onion soup was very good with the right amount of sweetness. Fries were over cooked, notice the burned bits in the image. Meal for two with no desert or alcohol 55 pounds. A 10% service charge was applied to the bill automatically. In conclusion, it was a good meal and well presented."
Michael
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Frequently Asked Questions
The restaurant offers contemporary British and Cornish cuisine, with a focus on locally sourced produce, including fresh seafood and vegetables.
It is advisable to make reservations in advance, especially during peak tourist seasons, to secure your table.
Yes, they make an effort to accommodate dietary requests. It's recommended to communicate your preferences clearly.
The restaurant boasts beautiful, sweeping views across Penzance and Mount's Bay.
Yes, the restaurant offers fixed-price meal options which are highlighted as good value dining experiences.
Visiting during off-peak hours is recommended to avoid crowds and enjoy a more relaxed atmosphere.
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The Garden Bar & Restaurant is a bright and airy eatery found inside the four-star Hotel Penzance, which has stunning views down to the coast. Chef Ben Reeve's menu is focused around finding the best local produce, whether that be locally grown vegetables or fish landed in St Ives, and using it to create inventive dinners. Whether you're on the lookout for a memorable afternoon tea, or are wanting to go out for a celebratory three course dinner, The Garden Bar & Restaurant is a fantastic spot for all occasions.
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Open all hours, whether you are looking for a leisurely breakfast, from 07:15 up to 11:00, a relaxed lunch from 12:00-14:30, a delightful afternoon tea until 16:30 or a brasserie dinner from 17:00. Or just pop in for coffee and sandwiches and a glass of wine and sit in our light airy restaurant with sweeping views across Mounts Bay. Our 40 cover restaurant is not the only venue, as we also have a private dining for up to 16 guests.
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Il ristorante é all'interno dell'hotel Penzance, è noi ne abbiamo usufruito come ospiti dell'albergo!. É consigliabile prenotare in anticipo!. Il posto é molto carino e si gode di una bella vista!!
Things to Do in Penzance
If you’re looking for fine dining, head to Shore Restaurant, the Garden Bar & Restaurant or the Harris’s Restaurant, and enjoy a classy and romantic evening.
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