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Couch's Great House Restaurant
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About
Couch's Great House Restaurant is situated in the heart , on the river, of the quaint fishing village of Polperro. The Restaurant itself is an amalgam of Cornish old world charm with Macintosh influenced modern furnishings and wood burning style stoves, conducive for a comfortable, spacious and relaxed evening.
Features
CUISINES
European, British, Contemporary
Meal types
Dinner
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Gluten free options
FEATURES
Accepts Credit Cards
Free Wifi
Full Bar
Gift Cards Available
Mastercard
Reservations
Seating
Serves Alcohol
Table Service
Visa
Wheelchair Accessible
Wine and Beer
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Hours
Closed today
Sunday
Closed
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
18:30 - 23:00
Friday
18:30 - 23:00
Saturday
18:30 - 23:00
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ashley
Swiss Alps9 contributions
Sept 2024 • couples
Had a lovely night in Couches. Phil our server was so wonderful he made the night for us.. Good wine list, well priced. Food was beautiful. The amuse bouche soup was incredible. Also enjoyed crab risotto, fresh fish and the trio of desserts.
Ultra professional and felt £75 for 3 course set menu was good value for the quality and presentation of the food. Richard the head chef is very welcoming too
Written 18 October 2024
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Shazza115
Devizes9 contributions
Jul 2024 • couples
Every year we travel the 330 mile round trip to stay for a couple of nights in Polperro in order to eat at this establishment. That is how highly we rate this rare treat of a dining experience. The food is excellent and the staff, wonderful. Richard is attentive, helpful and always willing to go above and beyond and Phil is just a delight. They make you feel special. Expensive, yes but then you get what you pay for and the table is yours for as long as you want it, so you’re never hurried and feel you could just chat over another bottle of wine or a delicious coffee after you have enjoyed an incredible meal that you will be talking about for ages afterwards.
Written 31 July 2024
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Cornwall38 contributions
Oct 2024 • couples
Excellent meal, service and restaurant.
Return visit to try new menu and it didn't disappoint. The restaurant is lovely with a intimate feel. The menu is £75pp which covers an amuse bouche of roasted tomatoes, with truffle oil, roll with sea salt and rosemary and three courses. For starters we both had the crab risotto which was both delicious and a generous serving. For mains we had the Roasted Hake and the Seabass. Beautifully cooked with with wonderful flavourings I am glad to say a good selection of vegetables.
To finish, well I am a confirmed lover of a cheese selection but for a change went for the trio of desserts and I am glad I did as they were absolutely delicious.
The service was excellent and friendly and Richard Cowans the chef patron's advise on the wines was spot on. The wine list is far from over priced for the quality and the venue.
Restaurant closes mid November for the winter but will be back next year.
Written 13 October 2024
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Frank D
1 contribution
Nov 2024 • couples
Another outstanding meal at Couch's. Not sure if we can count ourselves as regulars but we have made yearly visits for about ten years now and always leave wishing we could get back sooner than our next intended annual visit to Cornwall. Always a much anticipated and integral part of our plans. Enough about us! The crab risotto was an absolute delight. Beautifully presented and perfectly balanced flavours. My venison was melt in the mouth and faultless in preparation - cooked exactly to specification (as discussed with Richard when ordering). My other half was delighted with her chicken tarragon dish. Portion sizes are adequate for the heartiest of appetites. Amuse bouche and desserts also superb. A bientot.
Written 9 November 2024
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Janet B
4 contributions
Jul 2023 • couples
My husband and myself visited Couch's restaurant while we were on holiday in Poperro for our wedding anniversary. We researched online first and booked prior to going on holiday and we were not disappointed. we had the three course set meal with an additional amuse bouche The whole meal was absolutely delicious and great portions too.
The atmosphere in the restaurant is relaxed and the owner and the waiter are very friendly. We would certainly recommend dining here for a special occasion. We thought it was the best meal out of the week.
Written 18 July 2023
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Watmoose
Bovingdon58 contributions
Jul 2023 • couples
Not our first visit to Couch's, but easily as wonderful as we remembered. It has a lovely friendly atmosphere that is created by Richard and his staff. The service and attention to detail is easily as good as any top London Restaurant but mixes an easy informality that creates a wonderfully relaxing environment. The food is first rate and beautifully presented and makes use of locally sourced products. Truly a memorable experience.
Written 6 July 2023
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Maybebaby
Bristol653 contributions
Jun 2023 • friends
On another evening out with friends in Polperro we had an outstanding meal at Couch’s. Upon entering the restaurant we received an effusive greeting and were swiftly seated and offered drinks. All of the food options were very tempting, we started with the amuse bouche of a tomato soup with truffle oil and a lovely fresh bread muffin. For the selections from the menu I went for the scallops with cauliflower puree and black pudding which was exquisite. This was followed by the fish and cheese course which were wonderfully presented and served. The portions throughout were but refined and abundant. Service was attentive and generous without being overpowering. All in all a fantastic meal and overall experience. The refined nature of the food means I would not go every evening, but I will certainly return the next time that I am in Polperro.
Written 4 July 2023
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NRB_11
59 contributions
Sept 2021 • none
Well, on arriving we were warmly welcomed by one of the staff who was brilliant, but as the evening progressed, it felt as though we didn’t fit in the eyes of the owner and head chef. Despite conversing extensively with the couple seated next to us and all the locals who were put on one side of the restaurant, he completely ignored us all evening. The food was great, but even as we got up to leave, we were ignored to the extent that we practically left without any acknowledgement from the owner who was standing no more than feet from us. There didn’t seem any rhyme or reason for it as he certainly had the time to have lengthy discussions with the holiday couple next to us, and ignored the fact that we were leaving at the end of what could have been a very pleasant evening. We couldn’t figure it out and having spent almost 200 pounds felt somewhat dissapointed.
Written 24 September 2021
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chrisgreenway
Henley-on-Thames21 contributions
Sept 2024 • couples
The best find in Cornwall ! We booked Couch's in Polperro for our wedding anniversary dinner. The reviews suggested great food but we can honestly say this was truly amazing! So much so we booked to come back three days later the same week. They should have a Michelin star but don't want one for all that it brings. Every course was divine - A lovely Amuse-Bouche with truffle and delicious butter to start. I had the crab risotto and my wife the scallops as starters. As delicious as the photos look! We had the fillet of beef for the first visit, which was perfectly cooked and must have been 8 or 10oz of perfection. The second visit was the in season Veal which was again incredible. The evening is finished with a trio of deserts or cheese. Exquisite food and great atmosphere and the amazing front of house staff and so lovely that owner/chef likes to spend time in the small and intimate restaurant talking to diners. Our new favourite restaurant in the UK!
Written 27 September 2024
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Bucksvoyager
357 contributions
Jun 2021 • none
We had an excellent dinner here. The restaurant is a bit unobtrusive from the outside but it is very nice inside with tasteful furnishings and decor. The ambience is cozy, relaxed and very friendly, and the service was excellent and attentive. There is a good range of interesting dishes on the menu. Every dish we had was very nicely presented and very nicely cooked, and the helpings were generous. Couch's is a high-end restaurant offering a fine dining experience with a price tag to match, but it is definitely worth it..
Written 18 June 2021
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simonh
Brixham390 contributions
Nov 2024 • couples
Anticipating a nice meal after reading the reviews, Couch’s did not disappoint. From the greeting at the door on arrival to the most excellent trio of desserts everything was just perfect. The service 10/10 the ambiance 10/10 the food 11/10! Starting with delicious scallops and delicate crab risotto we both went on to the tenderist venison I think I’ve ever eaten. This restaurant is just perfect for that special occasion and we will definitely be returning.
Written 2 November 2024
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Cornwall38 contributions
Jul 2024 • couples
Great food, service and good value for the quality. 3 course meal plus amuse bouche £75 pp. The amuse bouche was really nice and shows how you can lift the quality of seemingly simple food to an a great and tasty level. Smoked salmon starter was excellent as was the scallop starter. that had 5 good sized scallops. Hake and chicken courses excellent and to finish a choice of either cheese or trio of mini desserts both of which were excellent. Wine not over priced and we had the Sharpham Dart Valley reserve which was new to us and will be looking to buy for home. Menu change soon so shall be going back. Thank you Richard (Chef Patron) and Phil Thomas for such efficient and delightful friendly service
Written 7 July 2024
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JasperC
Blunsdon68 contributions
Jun 2022 • none
I don't use the word faultless lightly!
We had been trying to eat at Couch's for the past few years but due to unfortunate timing and Covid it has been very difficult… But well worth the wait!
The food was presented beautifully and tasted amazing. Everything was cooked to perfection and the fish was so fresh it was 'hours' out of the sea! To put it simply, the best meal that we have eaten in a very long time.
But it wasn't just the food, the Staff were excellent. We were greeted with a warm welcome and the owner, Richard spent time speaking with us throughout the evening. He worked the room all evening speaking at length with all of his guests. This made for a really good atmosphere. Not something you see enough of in restaurants these days. A very relaxing evening, we didn't feel rushed at all.
Book early to get a table. We will definitely be back!
Written 12 June 2022
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RyanHaines
Basingstoke191 contributions
May 2022 • couples
A little drop of perfection, the team have created a unique restaurant where exceptional quality food is masterfully prepared and delivered at a very competitive price.
Each course from the Tomato soup, Truffle Oil and unbelievable chicken skin butter which is to die for, through the most flavoursome fresh caught Cod and trio if deserts your mouth will thank you throughout!
Staff are all extremely attentive without being intrusive and eager to ensure your having a great meal. I could not recommend this restaurant highly enough.
Written 28 May 2022
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PorgeHampshire
64 contributions
Jun 2024 • couples
We had been wanting to dine at Couch's for a while and finally made it. We weren't disappointed, as the food was excellent. We thoroughly enjoyed every course which combined delicious flavours with manageable portion sizes. The ambience was relaxing, classy and unpretentious. Many thanks to the wonderful front of house waiter, sorry we didn't get your name, but your style and sense of humour is spot on. Thank you to Richard for running such a wonderful restaurant, we are definitely returning as soon as possible.
Written 5 June 2024
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