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Situated in the heart of the Cornish Fishing Port of Looe, The Courtyard offers a warm and friendly welcome to all. Enjoy vegetarian and plant based cuisine prepared freshly each day using the finest local ingredients. Dine al fresco in our Mediterranean garden or take a seat inside surrounded by plants. Breakfast, Brunch or Lunch, coffee and slice of cake or a delicious Cream tea!
PRICE RANGE
US$9 - US$19
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
Meals
Drinks, Lunch, Brunch
CUISINES
Cafe, British, Healthy
FEATURES
Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Credit Cards, Digital Payments, Dog Friendly, Non-smoking restaurants
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Reviewed 28 October 2023 via mobile

Absolutely brilliant food and service. Had Dahl and loaded chilli nachos both of which were perfect and would strongly recommend

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 21 October 2023 via mobile

Stopped for breakfast on the off-chance. Fantastic. Really quick service and beautifully-presented food. Other half is a carnivore so didn’t think it would work but he was impressed so will definitely go back.

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 16 October 2023

Thank you for a delicious plant based lunch. My friends and I had a relaxed and pleasant dining experience. Thank you for making us feel so welcome!

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 2 October 2023 via mobile

If you are in Looe you must visit this place. The cafe is modern, fresh and clean. The staff are excellent, very friendly and nothing is too much trouble. The food and beverages on offer are excellent, I guarantee you won't be dissapointed!

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 17 September 2023

Excellent find only had a quick lunch cream tea for wife myself nachos and chilli fantastic food loverly people

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 12 September 2023 via mobile

Great find - new owners were very attentive and service excellent, lots of choice and coffee wax wonderful. Scone cake was very good never had that before. Will book for dinner next time we’re there.

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 12 September 2023

We were ready for breakfast & looking for somewhere just a little cut above the norm - we struck gold. Anne had the poached eggs & avocado on sour dough toast & I had the wild mushrooms on focaccia - both meals were superb. Nikki...& Katie were wonderfully attentive & we were so blown away, we called-in on as we were leaving Looe to purchase a couple of slices of cake to take-away - lemon drizzle for Anne & courgette & pistachio for me - both delicious! Thank you ladies for your welcome, your amazing fare & for the oasis you’ve created in one of our favourite places in the UK. 🙏😁More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 31 August 2023

This is a really peaceful green oasis in the centre of a very busy Looe. We sat outside in the courtyard, and had coffee and lunch - the food was served promptly and was excellent. The wild mushrooms on focaccia were beautifully presented, as was...the delicious and imaginative soul bowl - all ingredients fresh and locally sourced, and cooked to order. The menu is strictly veggie and vegan, perfect for me and very much enjoyed by the meat eaters amongst us. The staff were friendly and efficient, the ambience lovely, and the food brilliant. We enjoyed ourselves so much that we returned later for tea and cake - a great selection of cakes, all vegan and home made by Shaun the chef. Do visit if you can.More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 22 August 2023

When planning our day trip to Looe we had already resigned ourselves to having to eat vegan food that was mediocre and overpriced - you can’t expect everywhere to cater for us herbivores! It was with a small thrill of delight that we saw the...A frame advertising vegan food just off the Main Street. We were absolutely in heaven when we saw the menu, the decor and the very helpful and friendly staff in the restaurant itself. The food was excellent! Carefully considered menu and food beautifully presented. Really well balanced flavours which was clearly all freshly prepared. Thank you for making our day that little bit more special.More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 21 August 2023 via mobile

Such a delight - charming staff, lovely vibe, chilled music and excellent quality food and tea. Highly recommended at any time of the day!

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 20 August 2023

This was my first visit to Looe and I came upon this gem by accident. The staff couldn't have been more welcoming. Like a previous reviewer I also chose the poached eggs and avocado and it was scrumpy!!

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 18 August 2023 via mobile

I stumbled upon this delightful cafe whilst looking for somewhere for lunch on my own. All the staff were friendly and welcoming. There was a lovely relaxing atmosphere and the decor was beautiful. I ordered avocado and poached egg on sourdough toast. It was beautifully...presented and tasted great! I returned later on in the afternoon for a drink and a slice of pistachio and courgette cake which was delicious! Highly recommended 😊More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 11 August 2023

From the moment you walk into this little gem, it is an oasis of calm in busy Looe. We sat outside in the courtyard in the sunshine. The staff were all friendly, and the good was delicious, using local produce.

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 7 August 2023 via mobile

An amazing find walking the streets of Looe - A little oasis of a court yard Delicious food and amazingly friendly staff A lovely place to chill

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 1 August 2023 via mobile

The Courtyard is a hidden gem down a side passage. It’s so peaceful and pretty and you can sit inside or out. They do a fabulous cream tea but their lunch menu is even better. All home made and fresh that day. We shared a...Mediterranean Platter with homemade bread and probably the best salad I have ever had. Dog friendly too.More

Date of visit: August 2023
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At this time of year, you shouldn’t have any problem just turning up.
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We took a large lab x in with no issues
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This is more of a daytime venue, especially with the sun trap of a courtyard. Please check with the venue for evening opening hours :)
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The Courtyard is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4.5
  • Atmosphere: 4.5