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Overall Total Score
4.4 out of 5
Impressive | 3615 reviews

What Rhiannon cara likes about Cornish Food Box Company:
I have been here many times over the years but since it has been the “mussel box” I fear it’s a bit hit and miss. The food is “good” and service “good” but it’s not much more than that. I’ve experienced that if you come at off peak times, as we have in October this time, the menu options are a bit lacklustre and the outside glass dining space was freezing. My partner had a whole hake which was very skinny, and hard t... View all feedback. What Keith Simpson doesn't like about Cornish Food Box Company:
Travelled 240 miles to eat there as part of a weekend away to find the menu had been scraped and had been replaced by one with hardly any sea food on it, we were not notified of this despite the restaurant having my email address. To top it off we were also charged an automatic “service charge” on top of the bill, a pet hate of mine. Service: Dine in View all feedback.

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4.2 ★ from 623 reviews
Rhiannon
29.12.2023 - 00:57

I have been here many times over the years but since it has been the “mussel box” I fear it’s a bit hit and miss. The food is “good” and service “good” but it’s...

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Sarah
29.12.2023 - 00:57

We returned to the Musselbox this week full of excitement after a fantastic roast last October. We we sadly disappointed with mussels that promised so much (jui...

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Natalie
29.12.2023 - 00:57

This is a firm favourite for breakfast everytime we are in padstow. The food is delicious and the staff are super friendly and helpful. What makes it for us is...

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Keith
29.12.2023 - 00:57

Travelled 240 miles to eat there as part of a weekend away to find the menu had been scraped and had been replaced by one with hardly any sea food on it, we wer...

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Liz
29.12.2023 - 00:57

Service: Dine in Meal type: Lunch Price per person: £20–30 Food: 5 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 4

The Musselbox restaurant in Padstow has received mixed reviews from diners. Some have been disappointed by the lack of seafood on the menu, mediocre service, and underwhelming food flavors. However, others have praised the delicious breakfast offerings, accommodating staff, and outstanding dinner options. Despite the hit-and-miss experiences, the restaurant seems to shine when it comes to certain dishes like Indian Muscles, Half shell scallops with sausage, and the fish curry. Overall, it seems like a place worth visiting, especially for those with specific dietary requirements, but with caution as it may not be consistent for every diner.

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4.3 ★ from 3 reviews
Thomas
23.12.2017 - 13:21

This is the best chip shop I know. On the up side the food is fab, super tasty and more adventurous than the average chippie.

Isobel
23.12.2017 - 13:21

Wow! I was blown away by Rick Stein's fish and chips, seriously some of the best tasting fried fish that I have ever had.

Hanne
23.12.2017 - 13:21

Delicious! Best fish and chips I've ever had! Only complaint would be is that their vinegar is a bit weak.

Facebook
4.4 ★ from 138 reviews
Tripadvisor
4.5 ★ from 2626 reviews
Restaurantguru
4.5 ★ from 225 reviews

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