2 Fore Street Restaurant

2 Fore Street has built a loyal following in Mousehole over the past two decades, luring diners to its slipway-side dining room long before social media attention and celebrity recommendations arrived.

Chef-patron Joe Wardell has created one of Cornwall’s most enduring restaurants by cooking with consistency – and without ego.

Cornish fish, locally sourced meat and seasonal vegetables feature prominently on menus created by the Raymond Blanc-trained chef. Seafood remains central though, from the signature twice-baked Newlyn crab and parmesan soufflé to the shell-roasted scallops with lobster butter and sourdough crumb.

Views across Mount’s Bay frame the dining room, while the secluded courtyard garden offers a quieter setting for a glass of fizz and lunch in the sun. The midday line-up leans towards more relaxed dishes, including lemon-sole burgers and crab sandwiches.

Guests looking to extend the experience can book a stay at The Boatwatch. The restaurant’s apartment is an airy bolthole featuring seasidey decor and a wood-burning stove for cosy evenings.