Lowenna Merritt
19 January 2024
Crashing surf, endless sandy shores, dramatic cliffscapes and world-class restaurants. Watergate Bay has much to admire, and entire days can be spent strolling its nearby coast path, sunbathing on the sand or learning to surf.
If all this beach activity works up an appetite, luckily, this north coast gem is a foodie hub, too. Here are our top places to eat in Watergate Bay, perfect for your next holiday to Cornwall.
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The Beach Hut
Tuck into crab bucatini, sustainable catch of the day and light desserts to accompany your post-dinner cocktail at this laid-back beachfront restaurant. Situated right on the beach, The Beach Hut boasts brilliant sea views and has its own covered deck where you can dine as the sun sets. It’s perfect for rocking up in flip flops after a day on the sand and still being able to tuck into some quality, nourishing food.
Good to know
- Address: The Beach Hut, Watergate Bay Hotel, On the Beach, Watergate Bay
Newquay, Cornwall, TR8 4AA - Opening times: Daily 9:30am–9pm
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Zacry’s
Bold, flavourful chargrilled dishes are paired with wine and a candlelit sunset at this modern restaurant, which celebrates global food made with local produce.
Shining a light on provenance, place and perspective, Zacry’s serves elegant horizon-view dining with imagination and flair on the Watergate Bay sea wall.
Enjoy their seasonal menu after a long day of coastal exploring and make an evening of it with three courses.
Good to know
- Address: Zacrys, Watergate Bay Hotel, On the Beach, Watergate Bay
Newquay, Cornwall, TR8 4AA - Opening times: Tuesday to Saturday 5pm–8:30pm
The Living Space
Sofa, armchair, banquette table or decked ocean-view terrace? Coffee, cream tea, beer, gin or cocktails? Seasonal salads, hearty fillers or kids’ dinner? Anything goes in The Living Space, the laid-back dining space overlooking the ocean.
The Living Space is open to non-resident guests Monday to Friday for lunch, and takes bookings for lunch for eight to ten people. Any other lunch availability is on a walk-in basis.
Good to know
- Address: The Living Space, Watergate Bay Hotel, On the Beach, Watergate Bay
Newquay, Cornwall, TR8 4AA - Opening times: Daily 12pm–9pm
Wax
Wax takes classic pub dining and adds a contemporary beach bar-style spin, serving up fresh food and chilled drinks just moments from the seafront. Enjoy the finest fish and chips in the area, hot chocolates after wintery walks and indulgent burgers any time of day, as their bar is open until late, and dogs are welcome. Perfect for a quick bite on a long coastal hike.
Good to know
- Address: Wax, Watergate Bay, Newquay, Cornwall, TR8 4AB
- Opening times: Daily 11am–12am
The Cabin
Watergate Bay’s street food space, The Cabin, is down in the beach car park. It celebrates casual dining, big flavours and sunny days. Think gourmet hot dogs, Napoletana-style pizzas and artisan ice cream, plus cold beers and cocktails. With food that you can just grab-and-go, you won’t have to be away from the beach for a moment.
Good to know
- Address: The Cabin, Watergate Bay, Newquay, Cornwall, TR8 4AD
- Opening times: Friday to Sunday 12pm–8pm
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