Brunch & Lunch Spots in Central Cornwall: Your Essential Guide for 2025

With the 2025 holiday season about to kick off, we’re excited to launch our new blog and newsletter — designed to help you eat, drink, and explore like a local. First up: the all-important question of where to go for the best brunches and lunches across Cornwall.

While you can stock up on our farm-grown seasonal veg, grass-fed Angus beef, carefully selected wines, small-batch artisan pastas and all sorts of deli delights from the farm shop at Cusgarne — sometimes it’s nice to press pause, step away from the kitchen, and let someone else do the hard work. Whether it’s a laid-back brunch, a leisurely lunch, or a proper feast with friends, Cornwall has no shortage of brilliant spots to sit back, relax, and simply enjoy good food.

From sea-view cafés to hidden village gems, Cornwall’s full of brilliant places to grab a coffee, settle in for a long lunch, or just pick up something for the beach. Here’s our tried-and-tested list, with a few personal favourites that you really shouldn’t miss.

Falmouth & Surrounds

Pier Café

A relaxed harbourside café with simple, tasty breakfasts and lunches — perfect for people-watching with a view.

Sabzi

Fresh, vibrant salads and wholesome Middle Eastern-inspired plates. A go-to for when you want something light but satisfying.

The Shed

Just around the corner from the Maritime Museum, ideal for brunch or lunch, especially if you’ve got kids — there’s space for them to run about while you sip your coffee.

Indidog

A more refined spot, perfect for a delicious brunch/lunch with a glass of wine and beautiful harbour views.

Good Vibes Café

As the name promises, a friendly spot with great breakfasts, great coffee, and a proper local buzz.

Espressini

A Falmouth favourite for coffee obsessives. Excellent breakfasts, great cakes, and a peaceful place to pause.

Dark Pony Café

One of the nicest daytime spots in Falmouth. Bathed in sunshine and serving excellent, simple breakfasts and pastries — perfect for slow mornings and catch-ups over coffee.

Olfactory Coffee Roasters

A cool, minimalist space for serious coffee lovers — great for a quiet moment or working on the go.

Moth & Moon and The Front

Two of the best pubs in town if you fancy a drink and want to bring your own food. The Front often has a horsebox pop-up selling fresh seafood — one of Falmouth’s best-kept secrets.

Sandy’s Deli

Perfect for takeaway sandwiches and picnic supplies. Always fresh, always delicious.

Stones Bakery

A must for bread and pastry lovers. Arguably the best cinnamon buns around, plus sourdough and great coffee.

Gylly Beach Café

Right on Gyllyngvase Beach, this is the place for a laid-back seaside brunch, especially on a sunny day.

Awna Coffee Shop, Mawnan Smith

A hidden gem in the village of Mawnan Smith. Great coffee, baked goods, and peaceful surroundings — a real locals’ favourite.

Verdant Brewery, Penryn

Verdant's brewery is a cool spot out of town where you can get great pizzas, with a side of Verdant's delicious beers.

Flushing & Penryn

The Royal Standard, Flushing

A cosy pub serving hearty, seasonal food in a relaxed setting. A perfect post-walk lunch stop.

Harbour House, Flushing

For something more refined but still unpretentious, Harbour House dishes up beautifully plated local fare.

Situ, Penryn

An intimate café serving Indian-inspired light bites packed with flavour — a fun twist for your lunchtime cravings.

Sunshine Café, Penryn

Full of warm, yoga-studio energy and nourishing vegan and veggie-friendly dishes.

Bango, Penryn

If you fancy something Asian, Bango in penryn is a must try. We love their ramen, bao buns and salads.

South Coast Highlights

Port Navas Yacht Club

Without a doubt one of the best spots in Cornwall for lunch or dinner. Tucked away on the Helford, this place pairs beautiful, ingredient-led plates with a thoughtful wine list and a relaxed, understated setting. It’s the kind of place you want to tell everyone about — but also selfishly want to keep to yourself. Do check their opening times before you go, as they vary seasonally.

One of our favourites, Port Navas Yacht Club Photo Credit: Port Navas Yacht Club

Potager, Constantine

One of our favourites for many years now, Potager is a gorgeous spot out in the countryside, with a big garden for kids to play in, and cafe in green houses, so you can get cosy if its a bit of a rainy day!

Flora, Near Helston

Set in a charming old courtyard, Flora is the perfect spot for beautifully presented lunches, pastries, and coffee. Great atmosphere and even better food.

Slice, Near Constantine

A standout for casual but flavour-packed brunches and lunches on the South Coast. Always welcoming and always delicious.

The Shipwrights, Helford Village

A proper pub with riverside views and classic pub lunches done right. A great post-walk reward.

Helford River Sailing Club

Not just for sailors! The club offers relaxed lunches and an unbeatable riverside location.

The Mussel Shoal, Porthleven

A seafood spot right on the harbour wall offering fresh mussels and fish dishes, served right on the harbour — one of those places where lunch comes with sea spray.

Origin Coffee, Porthleven

If you’re serious about your coffee, Origin is unmissable. Quality beans, expertly brewed, plus light lunches and pastries.

Crab Sandwich Bar, St Mawes

Simple, fresh, and perfect for a sunny day by the water.

Da Bara Bakery, St Mawes

Known far and wide for their cinnamon buns, but everything here is baked to perfection.

North Street Kitchen, Fowey

Now, we haven't yet been, but are firmly assured by friends that this is one of the best places in Fowey for seafood and vibes.

Tresanton, St Mawes

If you’re looking for a real treat, the terrace at Hotel Tresanton is the place — spectacular sea views and food to match.

Hidden Hut, Roseland

Famous and rightly so, alfresco food done so well.

Mylor Café, Mylor

Smoothies, eggs Benedict, and a bright, waterside vibe — a top breakfast or brunch option, especially if you’re sailing or walking the creekside paths.

Fat Apple Café, St Keverne

A relaxed, friendly stop for breakfast or lunch on the South Coast. Great for homemade, wholesome plates and a perfect break if you’re exploring the Lizard peninsula.

Wavecrest Café, The Lizard

Set atop the dramatic cliffs at Lizard Point, this little café is a go-to for hearty breakfasts and lunches with unforgettable views.

North Coast Highlights

Genki, St Agnes

A little garden café tucked away near Trevaunance Cove, perfect for laid-back breakfasts and relaxed coffee stops.

Lula’s, Godrevy

Burgers, beachy classics, and proper seaside comfort food — the perfect post-swim refuel.

Cove Cafe, Gwithian

Of Philleigh Way fame, Cove Cafe at Gwithian owned by Rupert, is a great spot for lunches over a glass of wine and beautiful views.

The Beach Café, Porthtowan

A local favourite for breakfasts with sweeping views of the surf and sand.

Chapel Porth Beach Café

Known for its famous hedgehog ice cream, but keep an eye out for pop-up food events — always worth a detour.

Four Boys, Rock

For a sleek, seasonal lunch with estuary views, Four Boys offers fresh, beautifully prepared plates that never disappoint.

Gorse Bakery, North Coast

An excellent stop for fresh bread, pastries, and great coffee — one for the carb lovers.

Tinners Arms, Zennor

Not a brunch spot, but one of the best pubs, in our opinion, in Cornwall. Go for the roast, or prawn or crab sandwiches.

Porthmeor Beach Cafe, St Ives

One of our St Ives favourites, a great menu and beautiful views.

One to Watch

Nancarrow Farm

Known for its feasts and supper clubs, Nancarrow blends rustic charm with exceptional food. Keep an eye on their event listings — it’s always worth booking ahead.

And that’s just the beginning! We’ll be rounding up the best pub lunches, Sunday roasts, wine bars, and dinner spots soon — so stay tuned to the blog and sign up for our newsletter to stay in the loop as the 2025 season gets going.

If you’ve got any favourite spots to add, we’d love to hear them. Until then — happy exploring, and even happier eating.