🇬🇧 Mackerel Sky Seafood Bar - Penzance's Hidden Gem

📍 TR18 5PZ | Rating: 8/10 A no-frills seafood spot so good I visited twice in 2.5 days! 👍 Why Go? • Market-fresh seafood at fair prices • Light, clean flavors – no grease or heavy sauces • Daily changing menu based on catch 👎 Heads Up • Tapas-style small plates (not huge portions) • Summer queues likely • Seasoning leans simple (not for bold flavor chasers) 🍽️ DINE-IN HITS Scallops (£10.95) • Plump, barely-seared – springy texture, natural sweetness • Paired with chorizo crumbles (could be more integrated) Crab Nachos (£12.5) • Generous crab meat + crunchy chips • Bright toppings: pickled jalapeños, purple cabbage, lime Mussels (£9) • Cider-cream broth – subtly sweet, zero cream heaviness • Bread could be better Lobster Fries (£16.5) Decent but skipable – cheese sauce overpowered delicate lobster 🥡 TAKEAWAY STARS Crab Sandwich (£11.5) • Simple mayo-dressed crab with satisfying chew • Sesame bun added nutty depth Grilled Hake (£11.5) • Juicy, flaky fish kept perfect even after takeout • Zesty caper tartar sauce Monkfish Burger (£11) • Crispy panko crust, silky fish center • Brioche held up well 🍦 Pro Tip Grab clotted cream-topped ice cream next door at Jelbert’s – Cornish dairy magic! #CornwallEats #PenzanceFood #UKSeafood#BudgetTravel #FoodieFinds