Best Gastropubs in St Ives

In total, there is 1 award winning gastropub in St Ives, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more food pubs listed in St Ives? Remember at Leading Restaurants we only list gastropubs in the UK and Ireland holding an award from a major UK restaurant guide; less than 3% of the total restaurants in the UK and Ireland currently hold such an award, and the proportion of award winning gastropubs is likely even lower than this.

The best gastropub in St Ives is The Gurnard's Head in Zennor (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where the kitchen team serves up award winning Modern British Cuisine. The Gurnard's Head currently holds a standard Michelin Guide listing.

There are currently no gastropubs holding a Michelin Star in St Ives, however there is 1 gastropub holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.

At present, there are no gastropubs holding an AA Rosette in St Ives; maybe the AA Guide inspectors will visit in the near future!

Situated in the heart of Cornwall, St Ives is a charming seaside town renowned for its vibrant food scene and pub history. Its food DNA is characterised by the bounty of fresh produce from both land and the nearby sea, with local chefs taking immense pride in transforming these humble ingredients into gastronomical delights. The pubs of St Ives play a crucial role in the gastronomic narrative of this quaint harbourside town, presenting a seamless fusion of traditional pub culture and modern culinary expertise. Accompanied by the crackling of a warm hearth and lull of the sea, the food aficionado's trail finds its footing in St Ives' pubs. The Sloop Inn, reputedly one of the oldest inns in Cornwall dating back to circa 1312, effortlessly marries the charm of ye olde tavern with contemporary culinary magic. Here, you would find Cornish cod or St Ives Bay mackerel sharing menu space with comfort food classics. Not far away is The Halsetown Inn, a gastropub where the celebration of local ingredients takes centre stage, creating dishes that are as flavourful as they are sustainable. And no foodie quest in St Ives would be complete without patronising The Gurnard's Head, situated a short scenic drive away, renowned for its seasonally changing menu and use of locally sourced ingredients - proof if it were needed, of St Ives' remarkable passion for food, pubs, local produce and culinary traditions.