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Overall Total Score
4.4 out of 5
Impressive | 4208 reviews

What MONIA “BSA” D doesn't like about The Old Lifeboat House Bistro:
Service was ok,but what the catch of the day is should be told to every table sitting down,and not only when you remember to do so...Food could also be improved with some more flavour but was ok too,only bit overpriced.Nice position on the harbour. Food: 3 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 4 View all feedback. What User likes about The Old Lifeboat House Bistro:
It has been for several years since our visit, but this was simply the best meal, service and evening of our holiday to Cornwall. We visited during the pandemic while governments help to eat from the program in August 2020. As you can imagine, the restaurant was full, both inside and outside. The owner was an absolute pleasure to talk to us and gave our little dog Crumpet additional attention and a little meal! The m... View all feedback.

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3.4 ★ from 13 reviews

This place is horrific The waitress was rude, so we wrote a negative review on travel adviser and the owner attacked us, surprisingly we are not...

Don't worry. Joined on 2.30, turned us around 1.30 because they close!!!!!

A beautiful restaurant, ideally located near the port. The old lifeboat house is tastefully furnished in maritime style and offers an attraction in its...

We needed a dog friendly seafood restaurant and the Old Lifeboat House Bistro fitted the bill perfectly. Greeted by very friendly staff, fed top notch, freshly...

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I booked the Old Lifeboat for a cosy rainy Monday evening for October 5th. Firstly safety over Covid is some of the best weve seen. Was greeted at the door by a...

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Tripadvisor
4.6 ★ from 1346 reviews
lisa
03.02.2024 - 06:13

The food was delicious and freshly prepared, the waitress provided excellent service and was very friendly. Visiting this restaurant is definitely worth it, and...

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Discover44002557581
03.02.2024 - 06:13

Located in a charming lifeboat building, this restaurant always appears to be busy. The meal was delightful, featuring an abundance of fresh and tasty fish. It...

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Eloise
03.02.2024 - 06:13

We made a reservation at this restaurant months in advance because we knew it only opens during the summer season. However, when we arrived for our reservation,...

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rh24
03.02.2024 - 06:13

We really enjoyed our fish selections the pancetta wrapped cod, the catch of the day etc and the fact that we could be seated outdoors. I would easily give the...

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Chris
03.02.2024 - 06:13

We enjoyed excellent service delivery wonderful dishes. We visited twice in the week (Why change a good thing? Great place.

Google
4.3 ★ from 333 reviews
Jenna
28.12.2023 - 17:38

Kid-friendliness: No highchairs or kids menus avaliable. Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: £20–30 Food: 5 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 4 Recommende...

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sophie
28.12.2023 - 17:38

Absolutely amazing, service and food was a 10/10 The restaurant was small but the lady didn't forget anyone and was so lovely Could have had everything on the m...

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MONIA
28.12.2023 - 17:38

Service was ok,but what the catch of the day is should be told to every table sitting down,and not only when you remember to do so...Food could also be improved...

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Ian
28.12.2023 - 17:38

Food and service both excellent. Lovely setting, and dog friendly too. Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: £30–40 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere...

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Charles
28.12.2023 - 17:38

Absolutely amazing. 10/10 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

Foursquare
4.0 ★ from 25 reviews
Yelp
2.6 ★ from 3 reviews
Gastroranking-uk
4.5 ★ from 1128 reviews
Restaurantguru
4.4 ★ from 1630 reviews

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