Springtide, Charlestown — Restaurant in England

So we had seen Springtide on our trip into Charlestown and on finding that our hotel could not accommodate us for dinner booked for Friday 31st January our anniversary. We arrived early and were greeted and seated swiftly. Service was friendly and helpful. The menu is supplemented by daily specials from which I chose the scallops to start and then the chowder from the main menu. My partner chose the arancini from the menu and the Catch of the Day - which was a beautifully cooked piece of hake with a subtle tasty sauce. My scallops were superb- very different from any scallop dish I have had before, and the chowder was packed with prawns and mussels as well as the usual fish and veg. It was way better than the chowder I had at a specialist restaurant in Boston on a trip to the USA. Both of us were full and could not manage a dessert- the portion sizes are good. Overall great ambience, great service and excellent food, so good in fact we asked if we could book for the following night. We were not disappointed on our return visit. Again I had a special as a starter, the sardines, and followed that with what turned out to be the best fish and chips I have eaten. My partner could not resist the beetroot arancini again, and then the prawn linguine. Again we could find no fault with the food and had excellent service. The menu is not extensive but there are enough options if you like fish, service is friendly and attentive and the prices are reasonable. If and when we return to this part of Cornwall we will certainly return here or to one of the other branches of this local chain. A special mention to David who looked after us so well on Friday evening and arranged our booking for Saturday when he was not working but came in to the restaurant and made a point of talking to us despite the fact he was not working - we were made welcome and to feel valued as diners...

Made an online booking with open table . A very popular spot I’d recommend a reservation.Parking was a little difficult as it’s a small beach town with access to beach . Was a beautiful sunny 🌞 day & we decided to check it out after Eden Project as it was about a 15 min drive away . However it took about 45 minutes to find a parking spot but we persevered & it was definitely worth it . Greeted by a lovely smiley hostess from Portsmouth. You only have 1 first impression & she definitely delivered:) We were walked out to the patio all tables had umbrellas which was great as it was a hot sunny 🌞 day but beautiful ocean breeze & lovely fresh air . The kitchen closed at 3 & I had a 3pm reservation but I questioned this on arrival & the cheery hostess advised us that we had 15 minutes to order which was plenty & didn’t feel rushed at all . Dad & myself ordered 4 wonderful appetizers they were all fantastic & complimented each other very well. We went for the salt & pepper calamari crispy & perfection not greasy at all . The Mackeral salad was light & delicious. The arancino were delightful perfectly crispy on the outside with a creamy center . We also had the mackerel & tuna dip which was served with this wonderful puffy hot buttered bread unfortunately it only came with 2 slices but on request we received another 2 with a smile & no surcharge it was the perfect addition to the wonderful dip which was topped with capers . Mum opted for a lighter option & went for the local lump crabmeat cocktail served over lettuce in a Mary rose sauce . A very pleasant experience, food service & ambiance excellent. Congratulations to the friendly professional team & to the kitchen who over exceeded our expectations. Thanks for the wonderful hospitality ❤️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I took some wonderful photos but unable to add to review...

Springtide, Charlestown Review

Springtide, Charlestown: This restaurant absolutely deserves a five-star rating. The location is stunning, adding to the overall dining experience. The food was exceptional—I had fish and chips, which were perfectly cooked, while my wife enjoyed seabass and mussels as a starter. Both dishes were delicious and well-presented.

The gin and tonic we had were top-notch, complementing our meals beautifully. The only downside was the cost, which ended up being over £110 for two people, including two drinks, a starter, main, and dessert. It might seem expensive to me, but that's probably because I'm a bit of a cheapskate who likes to save money, like Scrooge. Despite this, the overall experience was worth every penny considering the quality of the food, the excellent service, and the beautiful setting.

The staff were friendly and attentive, making the experience even better. Despite the price, the overall experience was worth every penny, and I would highly recommend Springtide for a special...