Porthminster Beach Cafe Menu (Update 2025)
Introducing the Menu at Porthminster Beach Cafe
Nestled on the picturesque Porthminster Beach, the Porthminster Beach Cafe offers a vibrant menu that showcases the best of seasonal, local produce. With a focus on fresh seafood, each dish is crafted to highlight the natural flavors of the catch. The standout item is undoubtedly the red gurnard, praised as a culinary masterpiece by patrons.
- Exceptional Seafood: From lobster tagliatelle to fish and chips, the seafood is impeccably prepared, reflecting the café's commitment to quality.
- Warm Ambiance: The inviting atmosphere, complete with breathtaking beach views, enhances the dining experience.
- Outstanding Service: Staff provide thoughtful, attentive service, ensuring every meal is memorable.
- Fabulous Wine Selection: Don’t miss the exquisite Cornish white wine, a perfect pairing for your meal.
Whether enjoying a cozy autumn lunch or a summer dinner, Porthminster Beach Cafe promises a delightful culinary experience that captures the essence of St Ives.
SAMPLE MENU
Mixed Olives
Smoked Cheddar & Honey
Freshly Baked Bread for Two
Balsamic & Olive Oil
Burrata
Compressed Tomato, Basil
Charred New Season Asparagus
Wild Garlic Pesto, Parmesan
Cornish Crab Pasta
Linguine, Chilli, Garlic, Lemon & Parsley
Porthminster Fried Squid
Asian Salad, Citrus White Miso Dressing & Black Spices
Four Porthilly Oysters
Natural, Bloody Mary, Frozen Margarita, Strawberry Daiquiri
Steamed Fowey Mussels
Moules Mariniere
Taste of the Sea
Hand Dived Scallop Crudo, Ponzu Mackerel, St Ives Crab
SAMPLE MENU - Starters
SAMPLE MENU - Mains
Pan Fried Halibut
Asparagus, Parsley Miso Beurre Blanc, New Potatoes
Hand Rolled Sweet Potato Cavatelli
Summer Truffle Cream, Asparagus, Shaved Parmesan
Smoked Beef Rump Cap
Beef Brisket Stuffed Mushroom, Cheesy Duck Fat Chip
Stuffed Tomato
Vegetable Tagine, Candied Aubergine, Charred Artichoke Hearts
Classic Porthminster Fish Curry
Monkfish, Local Market Fish, Tiger Prawns, Mussels, Sweet Potato & Jasmine Rice
Catch of the Day
Olive Oil Mash, Provencal Tomatoes, Charred Courgette, Salsa Verde
Fish and Chips
Beer Battered Market Fish, Tartare Sauce, Confit Garlic
Chips with Garlic & Rosemary
Cornish Sea Salt
Cornish New Potatoes
Parsley, Butter
Greens
Soy, Chilli & Garlic
Fine Bean Salad
Orange, Hazelnuts
Garlic Bread
Parsley
SAMPLE MENU - Sides
SAMPLE DESSERT MENU - Desserts
Dark Chocolate and Coconut Ganache
Caramac Chocolate Mousse, Smoked Sugared Almonds, Cinnamon Beignet
Orange Blossom Panna Cotta
Vanilla Poached Rhubarb, Poppy Seed Shortbread, Blood Orange Syrup
Mango and Coconut Mille-Feuille
Sesame Seed Brittle, Passionfruit Syrup
Finest Selection of Cheese
Homemade Biscuits, Fig & Port Chutney
Petit Fours with Tea
Petit Fours with Coffee
Linguine
Shaved Cheese
Cornish Sausages
Chips Peas
Crispy Fried Chicken
Chips Peas
Prawn Scampi
Chips Peas
Steamed Mussels
Garlic Cream Chips