Our flagship seafood restaurant near Padstow Harbour
Our flagship seafood restaurant, in the heart of Padstow, was opened by Rick and Jill Stein in 1975. Nearly 50 years on, our menu still reflects everything that they set out to achieve – a celebration of great quality fish and shellfish, simply cooked. Head Chef, Pete Murt, leads the way now, with his team perfectly recreating Rick’s recipes time and time again for guests to experience – including lobster thermidor, turbot hollandaise and Indonesian seafood curry.
In 2024, The Seafood Restaurant was awarded the AA Food Service Award for its excellent standards of restaurant services and hospitality. The awards praised our restaurant for the way it “evokes such a positive feeling and sense of place” and our exceptional front of house team for their sparkling hospitality, applauding them as ‘relentless ambassadors for the food and local area”.
Our Menu
Our menu, guided by the seasons, showcases the best of local and sustainable seafood. Look forward to classic dishes, from our famous Dover sole to seasonal creations that highlight the best of Cornish produce.
The Seafood Bar
At the heart of our restaurant is the seafood bar, where people watchers and real food enthusiasts gather. Here, you can enjoy a relaxed chef’s table experience, choosing from our menu while watching our team shuck oysters and pour drinks. It’s the perfect spot to learn more about our seafood and interact with our knowledgeable staff.
To drink
Our extensive wine list, with each bottle chosen (and tasted) by Charlie Stein has something for everyone and every occasion, and behind the bar you’ll find our celebrated barman, Norbert, who has won various mixology competitions including Axia Spirit and Nc’nean organic whisky. Trying one of his cocktails is a must before or after your meal.
£35 Set Lunch Menu
For £35, enjoy a three-course autumn set menu, perfect for a cosy afternoon as the days grow cooler.
Begin with your choice of seafood quenelles with a crayfish butter Nantua sauce and light buttery fleurons to start, followed by Rick’s cheesy chicken, leek and cider gratin, a dish he deems ‘the perfect autumnal lunch.’ For dessert look forward to pouring plenty of butterscotch sauce on your steamed butterscotch pudding with lashings of créme anglaise.
Join us daily 12pm to 2pm.
Our great value set lunch menu includes three courses of timeless recipes and while our set menu changes often, it always includes popular dishes that can be found on our main menu.
Available 12pm – 2pm.
Our set lunch menu is unavailable 5th – 8th and 22nd – 31st December 2024.
Join us this October to explore a fresh take on seafood. Chef Director Jack Stein and Head of Food Jason have perfected dishes that bring underappreciated fish and shellfish into familiar favourites like Bolognese and spring rolls.
With unsung seafood, we can’t always predict what the fishermen will land, so expect exciting, ever-changing specials on our menus.
Our bright and airy conservatory is now open for guests to enjoy a selection of freshly shucked oysters, perfectly plated sashimi and the world’s best Jamón, all summer long.
Pair your dishes with a cold glass of your favourite white or Champagne for a leisurely afternoon watching the world go by here in Padstow, Cornwall.
These limited tables are not available to book, so stop by and speak to our team when the moment feels right.
View our conservatory menu here.
12pm- 5pm
Please note, our terrace doesn’t take bookings and opening is dependant on the weather.
Our rooftop terrace is a peaceful retreat for those seeking to while away a sunny afternoon. Open for drinks, the inviting space offers estuary views, creating an ideal Cornish backdrop for sipping on summer cocktails or a light rosé. Stop in and take a seat to unwind and watch the world go by, whether it’s a leisurely afternoon or a pre-dinner aperitif.
Each year our charity lunches are a chance for you to come together with friends and family to give back and support a charity close to our hearts. In January 2024 our charity lunches supported Cornwall Hospice Care.
Come together with friends and family to enjoy a great value three course set menu, of dishes not usually found on our menu and find the perfect date or take the opportunity to pick your favourite dishes from both menus and support a wonderful local cause twice, find out more here.
CHILDREN
We welcome children aged over the age of 3 years old at The Seafood Restaurant.
DOGS
We are unable to welcome dogs at The Seafood Restaurant, but our nearby pub The Cornish Arms is dog friendly or you can dine in dog friendly dining room at St Petroc’s Bistro and courtyard tables at Rick Stein’s Café in Padstow.
SEAFOOD BAR
We are only able to seat guests aged 18 and over at our seafood bar. If your seafood bar booking includes guests aged under 18 they will be unable to sit at the bar and we may not be able to accommodate them within the restaurant.
DRESS CODE
We have a relaxed dining atmosphere, so welcome guests to wear whatever they feel comfortable in. Most opt for smart-casual.
CELEBRATION CAKES
We love celebrating special moments with you, and if you’d like to bring your own cake, we’re happy to accommodate with a small £30 fee. This covers the service essentials like plating and utensils to make sure everything’s just right. Want to explore our dessert options instead? Pastry Chef Andrew has plenty of creations to please the whole table. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions—we’re here to help.
PARKING
There are four large pay and display car parks in Padstow; the harbour, South Quay, Link Road and the Lawns car park.
TAXIS
Not staying in Padstow? Plan ahead and book a taxi to get you home. Find our preferred taxi services here.
