Must-see restaurants in North Cornwall

Port Isaac's prestige has skyrocketed since Cornwall's top chef, Nathan Outlaw, moved his main operation here from Rock. This is the place to experience…

Rick Stein might be the household name, but Paul Ainsworth is often touted as Padstow's pretender to the throne. His food combines surprising flavours and…

The restaurant that started the Stein dynasty, and still one of Cornwall's top places to dine. Stein senior rarely puts in any hours these days – Rick's…

After opening three outposts in London's hippest-of-hip corners (Victoria Park, Columbia Rd and Broadway Market), this fabulous bakery has set up its…

Wadebridge locals make a beeline for Hugh Hercod's super little cafe-deli when they're after their morning coffee. He won the UK barista championships in…

Half a mile uphill from the harbour on the B3263, this excellent farm shop sells its own produce, including ruby-red beef and possibly the best sausages…

This beachside seafooderie has become a firm favourite for local diners and Fistral visitors alike, and it's thoroughly deserved. Filling fishy dishes are…

A joint venture between local brewer Sharp's and renowned chef Nathan Outlaw, this gourmet gastropub serves up some of the best grub anywhere in Rock…

A family-run bakery right in the heart of town, renowned for its traditionally made pasties – they're among the best in the county, and several times have…

An offshoot of a London original, this tiny seafood bar is a new addition to Padstow's dining line-up. It's a simple one-room affair, with bare brick,…

Having headed up Jamie Oliver’s Fifteen at Watergate Bay, chef Andy Appleton has now set up his own venture at Trevibban Mill Vineyard – and, suitably…

Top chef Nathan Outlaw's newest venture is this tiny fish restaurant down beside the harbour. It specialises in small seafood plates, designed to share…

This whitewashed pub has served generations of St Agnes drinkers, and you'll join a largely local crowd downing pints here. The downstairs area has the…

After a beach walk or a quick surf at Watergate, this cafe is where everyone tends to head for a coffee, cake or something more filling. With its wood…

A popular weekend haunt for locals, this relaxed joint serves authentic tapas overlooking the River Neet. The dining room at the Bank is a fun space,…

The main restaurant of Watergate Bay Hotel is a smart bistro-diner with wooden booths arranged in a gentle curve, overlooking a semi-open-plan kitchen…

Squeezed in among Fore St's amusement arcades, this downtown diner is run by Aussie chef Chris Brookes. It's not particularly fancy, the food is filling…

Everyone's top spot for a flat white in town, this fine coffeehouse has a loyal following, and covers all the trendy coffee bases, from V60 drip to…

Every village needs its own homely bistro where the owners greet you by name. Classic bistro dishes are served with minimal frills – homemade fish cakes,…

This country pub near the village of St Merryn is owned by chef Rick Stein's foodie empire, and offers pub classics such as scampi in a basket, rump steak…