The Tolcarne Inn is a historic maritime pub, nestled next to the sea wall in Newlyn - one of the UK's most important fishing ports. Chef and restaurateur Ben Tunnicliffe has created an irresistible dining destination for seafood lovers, where a chalkboard menu evolves to reflect seasonal abundance. The catch of the day is served alongside fresh produce sourced from small local growers; Ben's ethos is to combine flavours simply and instinctively, letting the quality of the ingredients speak for themselves.

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Ben's chalkboard-style menu reads like an ode to the sea. Mackerel, cod, brill, bream, scallops, crab, mussels, bass, john dory - all of these and more feature according to seasonal abundance. Working closely with our local fishmongers ensures that the freshest fish is delivered to our door each day.

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From Penzance take the first left after you enter Newlyn and pass Newlyn Art Gallery. The road leads past Tolcarne Garage and the entrance to the pub, beyond which you will find a Pay and Display car park. The Tolcarne Inn welcomes children, and can offer children's portions of most dishes, or simpler versions.

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Hay Sas

Nov 06, 2021

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Great atmosphere. Lovely chic venue. Staff very polite and smiling. Happy The meals we had were so tasty. Mussels and Scallops. The bread was light. Chips were great. The homemade mayonnaise was delicious lovely touch of garlic. Will be back soon

Gabriela 'Gaby' Fok

Oct 19, 2021

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The food is amazing and the staff is so friendly! I really enjoy the meal and the atmosphere and had a wonderful time with my family.

Neil Seager

Oct 17, 2021

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Really excellent fish, small place with lovely staff and excellent ambience just at one end of the promenade.
Towards the top of the price range, but a very high standard of food.

Joe

Oct 10, 2021

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Wonderfully fresh vibrant meals that fully deserve the reputation that precedes it. I wholeheartedly recommend eating here, providing you like fish and you book first.

John Ackerley

Oct 10, 2021

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Ok but not outstanding which one would expect from am aspiring restaurant.
My partner had place potato was well under cooked and spinach wouldn't cut with a knife. I had cod with oxe tail potato was slightly burnt and very salty. Ok but not outstanding.

Alana H.

Sep 11, 2021

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Gorgeous pub. Decor lovely. Friendly staff. Didnt eat so can't comment but very popular .

David Robinson

Sep 10, 2021

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Excellent food, and really good, attentive but "hands off" service. Really very pleasantly surprised, and can thoroughly recommend.

Jeff Carver

Sep 01, 2021

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Fantastic food, we went at lunchtime and had an array of seafood and fish dishes, they were all amazing as was the beetroot and feta salad. The service was exemplary with great knowledge of the dishes we can't wait to return next summer.

Lynda Wilcox

Jun 24, 2021

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Did not expect to find a restaurant of this calibre in this location. Had one of the best meals I've had in quite some time. The monkfish starter with hummus and dookah was superb. Haven't checked but would expect this restaurant to appear in some of the good food guides. Will definitely go back next time we're in Cornwall

Ian Hadridge

Jun 13, 2021

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Only had beer as could not get a dinner reservation. But that was a pleasant experience. Next time we will book we'll inadvance of a visit. As this place is super popular and we want to sample why.

Adrian Morris

Jun 09, 2021

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Had a lovely meal here. Pub is cozy, low ceilings, well maintained, understated. Staff great, service good. Food selection was ace. Loads of fish options. We had spiced Monkfish with humus and preserved lemon - kind of Moroccan vibe. For main we had Plaice with Cornish potatoes, shrimp and kale. Both lovely. Deserts looked great but was full up. Certainly would go back if in Penzance.