- Cornwall
Nathan Outlaw's eponymous restaurant in Port Isaac is in the midst of a new era in which precise and delicate tasting menus have been replaced by a more casual dining experience.
Restaurants with sea view
Culinary thrills served with breathtaking vistas
Combining culinary delights with breathtaking vistas, discover these restaurants with sea view for a meal served with a slice of serenity
Whether perched atop cliffs, nestled along sandy shores, or overlooking bustling harbors, these restaurants with sea view provide diners with an unparalleled connection to the ocean.
Soaking up the beauty of the sea while savouring fine cuisine heightens the senses and elevates the dining experience to the next level. Crashing waves, a salty breeze and ever-changing coastal colours provide a captivating backdrop for indulging in fresh seafood.
In addition to their scenic allure, these restaurants often showcase the region’s maritime heritage through their decor and menus, providing guests with a sense of place and history. Whether it’s a traditional seaside fish shack or chic waterfront bistro, each establishment offers a unique take on coastal dining.
Discover the best restaurants with sea view
- Cornwall
Sustainable local luxury by Great British Menu chef Adam Handling
- Dorset
Beautifully fresh seafood is matched with carefully chosen seasonal ingredients sourced from local producers.
- Dorset
Overlooking Chesil Beach, Crab House Cafe is a laid-back setting where visitors can feast on seafood plucked from the ocean mere metres away.
- Cornwall
This creative outpost is the sister hotel and neighbour of the grown-ups-only Scarlet Hotel, and shares its stylish vibe
- Cornwall
The Nare Hotel sits right by the beach, making it a fabulous destination for a leisurely stroll before lunch or dinner – or a gastronomic weekend away.
- Cornwall
This surfy hotel has a luxury resort vibe thanks to its incredible views, contemporary styling and rock‑star extras.
- Cornwall
Those who hanker after salty sea air and ocean views as an accompaniment to their gourmet encounters would be hard pressed to find many locations that deliver the goods as well as Porthminster Beach Cafe.
- Cornwall
Falmouth has been home to many hotels of note over the years, but none have stood the test of time like The Greenbank.
- Cornwall
Enjoy Michael Caines' seaside spoils at beautiful Maenporth Beach.
- Dorset
Old meets new at this Chesil Beach bungalow bistro (a former Olympic-pool clubhouse) with its preppy New England vibe.
- Dorset
Tom's Lyme Regis has a covetable spot beside the water, meaning the boat-to-plate journey of its sought-after seafood is mere yards.
- Devon
The most relaxed member of the Michael Caines Collection may be less formal in style and service than its stablemates but it's no less inviting.
- Cornwall
Trencherman's Award‑winning Cornish chef Dorian Janmaat heads up the boutique hotel's kitchen and combines classic French culinary techniques with European influences from his travels.
- Cornwall
Lusciously fresh seafood awaits at Falmouth's Hooked on the Rocks, located a stone's throw from the shore of Swanpool Beach.
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A mere pebble's skim from the beach and with views out to St Michael's Mount, this boutique hotel in Marazion is in an enviable location.
This imposing establishment on Sidmouth's esplanade offers charming English seaside views and smart two AA rosette dining.
- Cornwall
Perched on a secluded stretch of coastline, this luxury hotel is in an ideal spot for those wishing to experience the true spirit of Cornwall, without the summer hordes.
- Dorset
The Seaside Boarding House is a real treasure to be discovered on the Jurassic Coast.
- Devon
Gara Rock is a destination hotel with a stunning clifftop restaurant serving refined seasonal dishes.
- Cornwall
This restaurant with rooms in the beautiful fishing village of Mousehole excels in delicious simplicity.
- Cornwall
This smart resort, which overlooks the azure waters of Gylly Beach, is an oasis of subtropical splendour in the foodie hub of Falmouth.
There are few better views of Salcombe Estuary than those from The Jetty Restaurant at Salcombe Harbour Hotel.
