The Square at Porthleven

The Square at Porthleven is a British bistro and brasserie at 7 Fore Street in the centre of Porthleven, looking out over the inner harbour. The menu changes daily around what local boats and farms deliver and runs from coffee and cake in the morning through lunch to dinner, with a children's menu, a Sunday roast and homemade seasonal ice cream. The restaurant was awarded a Michelin Bib Gourmand in the 2023 guide. Dogs are welcome on the terrace and inside if they are well behaved and happy under the table. The terrace is partially covered and looks over the harbour; its tables depend on the weather and can only be booked on the day by phone after 11am. Inside tables for up to four can be booked online, with larger parties by phone, and booking is recommended. The restaurant also runs a small deli and shop selling Cornish chocolate, fudge, gin, wine and gifts, and lets a two bedroom flat called The Lookout above. It opens Tuesday to Sunday, with hours that vary by season. It suits anyone visiting Porthleven's harbour who wants a serious but relaxed meal of local fish and meat.

Good to know

• British bistro and brasserie at 7 Fore Street, Porthleven TR13 9HQ, overlooking the inner harbour
• Daily changing menu; children's menu; Sunday roast; homemade seasonal ice cream
• Michelin Bib Gourmand, 2023 guide
• Dogs welcome on terrace and inside; partially covered harbour view terrace bookable same day by phone
• Online booking for up to four; open Tue to Sun, hours vary by season
• Deli shop and The Lookout holiday flat; tel the number on this listing

Address: 7 Fore Street, Porthleven, Helston, Cornwall TR13 9HQ.

Official site: The Square at Porthleven website.