A foodie guide to Polzeath

By day, Baby Bay becomes home to the Baby Bay Beach Club, a new pop-up lunch spot from Porthilly Spirit x Plonk’d. It’s a low-key, high-flavour hangout serving fire-cooked tapas and small plates from 12 - 3pm every weekend. With just eight tables on the sand and a hand-picked list of wines, cocktails and local beers - it’s the hottest new place to be.

Open: Open Friday, Saturday and Sundays for lunch 12 - 3pm

Menu: Small tapas-style plates and fire-cooked sharing plates

We love: Local Porthilly Oysters and scallops

Price guide: ££

Views of the water: Yes

Dog friendly: No

Parking: Yes, at New Polzeath

This vibrant arts café sits a short distance from Polzeath in the quieter village of Trebetherick. In spring you can dine under the cherry blossoms and enjoy a peaceful lunch. Out of season, warm up beside the crackling wood burner in the colourful restaurant. Serving a high quality à la carte menu, it is well worth the visit with parking directly outside making it easy.

Open: Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner (opening times vary throughout the year so please check their Facebook page)

Menu: British classics and the best local produce

We love: Sunday roasts

Price guide: ££

Views of the water: No

Dog friendly: Yes, outside

Parking: Yes, directly outside

The Oyster Catcher is the place to head for the vibrant atmosphere and to let your hair down after dinner with a drink or two. The surfer chic décor and sea views create a lovely atmosphere for an evening out complete with all the pub classics.

Open: Daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner (from 9am -11pm)

Menu: Pub classics

We love: Anything on the burger menu!

Price guide: ££

Views of the water: Yes

Dog friendly: Yes, in the bar and outside spaces

Parking: Yes, directly outside

Perched on the clifftop above Polzeath Beach, The Cracking Crab occupies one of the best locations for enjoying a drink or meal with a view. The large garden will be loved by both children and dogs and the colourful décor makes this a fun place to spend time beside the sea.

Open: Daily for cakes and coffee, lunch and dinner during the main holiday season

Menu: British seaside classics

We love: The crab of course with a side of their very own prawn juice beer!

Price guide: ££-£££

Views of the water: Yes

Dog friendly: Yes

Parking: No, use the pay and display carparks (Tristram Carpark the closest)

If you want to enjoy a meal quite literally on the beach, then Surfside is the place for you. Serving creative and colourful food, Surfside will become a firm favourite with the family with delicious small plates and fresh seafood dishes. As an added bonus, you can head to the secret Rum Bar behind the restaurant for the best cocktails around, keep an eye out for their fun local events.

Open: Daily for lunch and dinner during the main holiday season

Menu: Colourful and imaginative local, seasonal produce

We love: Clam chowder

Price guide: ££

Views of the water: Yes

Dog friendly: No

Parking: No, use the pay and display carpark on the beach

TJs Café is conveniently located on the edge of the beach where you can enjoy fantastic views from the balcony. Head up the spiral staircase and be delighted by the pretty décor and cosy window seats framing the view of the beach. This is a great place to head for a hearty brunch after a session amongst the waves.

Open: Daily from 9.30am for breakfast and lunch

Menu: Café classics

We love: The breakfast hash with Cornish new potatoes

Price guide: £-££

Views of the water: Yes

Dog friendly: Yes (treat your dog to their dog sausage)

Parking: No, use the pay and display carpark on the beach

The Waterfront is trustily open throughout the year when others aren't for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Grab a local tipple and enjoy the view from the balcony.

Open: Daily from 10am for breakfast, lunch and dinner

Menu: Flavours from the sea and locally sourced ingredients

We love: Porthilly mussels with fries

Price guide: ££

Views of the water: Yes

Dog friendly: Yes

Parking: No, use the pay and display carpark on the beach

If you can't tear yourself away from the sand, then just order a Paradise Pizza and enjoy it on the beach as the sun goes down. These are our personal favourites for pizzas in Polzeath. Creative ingredients and an ever-changing menu keep the takeaway options exciting.

Open: For evening takeaways through the main holiday season

Menu: Wood fired pizzas

We love: The beast of bourbon with brisket and BBQ sauce

Views of the water: No

Price guide: £-££

Dog friendly: Yes

Parking: No, use the pay and display carpark on the beach

Planning a day of coastal adventures? Flo’s kitchen in the heart of Polzeath is the perfect pit stop for delicious fresh treats to takeaway. Fully stocked with homemade deli subs, toasties, salad bowls and fresh bread, keep an eye on their specials board for something extra special. Stop by on your way out of Polzeath, into the Trebetherick deli to stock up on any last-minute dinner party ingredients.

Open: Daily for breakfast and lunch (opening times vary throughout the year so please check their Facebook page)

Menu: Deli subs, salad pots, poke bowls and homemade sweet treats

We love: Jam-packed sandwiches and the salad bar

Price guide: £-££

Views of the water: No

Dog friendly: Yes

Parking: No, park in the pay and display carpark on the beach

If you fancy a local tipple to wash down your meal, then leave the car keys at home and pick one of our properties within walking distance of your chosen Polzeath restaurant. Call us on 01208 869090 and we can help select the perfect property for your foodie convenience.