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Bar, Cafe, British, Wine Bar
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Vegetarian Friendly
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Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch
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Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

Stopped in for coffee had a Dirty Banana instead Have two and rule the world We had a salmon bagel and a crepe and a coffee But trust me stick with the Dirty Banana

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 29 September 2023

We stopped off here for a drink while having an early wander along the harbour front in St. Ives. Plenty of seats outside, but it was a little chilly, so headed inside. All table service, and we were greeted by a very friendly staff member....The choice of beers was a little disappointing, and this was the only reason I knocked a star off.More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 8 August 2023 via mobile

This is a loverly little cafe on the sea front, very well positioned and the cocktails are to die for So good we went twice in a day .Staff are very friendly and helpful perfect ,will be back to try the bagels

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 8 August 2023 via mobile

After using this cafe daily for the past few years on our weeks holiday we returned today. The waitress was so very rude even before we sat down. We left. That’s 6 coffees and breakfasts they won’t be getting this week. Don’t bother. So disappointed.

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 15 July 2023 via mobile

Just returned from 2 x weeks in St Ives the BCB is high on our list of recommendations. Popping in for a coffee, start of a pub crawl, pizza & cocktails. People watching and a drink after a day on the beach. Just perfect and...the views, lovely.More

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 13 July 2023 via mobile

Stopped here for a spot of breakfast on a wet Sunday morning. Ordered food and hot drink. The hot drink turned up, no sugar offered so had to ask. Food turned up and no salt or pepper offered, so had to ask. I have worked...in hospitality for over 20 years and these things should either be on the tables or offered, I felt uncomfortable having to ask each time!More

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 4 July 2023 via mobile

Good venue with a stunning view. Dog friendly and nice polite staff. Good quality drinks but we was left somewhat dismayed having to pay a service charge for two drinks. This fact spoilt the occasion.

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 3 July 2023

We visited repeatedly across the first two weeks in June. Although the menu is limited we found that the high standard of both food and presentation was consistent. What's more, the staff without exception were charming and most attentive.

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed 22 June 2023

Stopped off for refreshments - Pleasant venue and staff were attentive. Looked at menue but decided we were not hungry althrough many other visitors were tucking in.

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed 23 May 2023

We popped into here late afternoon for some hot drinks. Staff were welcoming and pleasant. Cafe is dog friendly. We all order hot drinks which arrived and tasted nice. Cocktails sounded nice, but as i was driving, it was just the hot chocolate for me.

Date of visit: March 2023
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Reviewed 17 May 2023

Stopped for a coffee with a view. Very busy but staff were almost not bothered or interested. Did not assist with the options for non on tap soft drinks. Had to drag it out of them. Hot drink was not hot despite a request for...it to be so. Lastly service charge is automatically added to the bill. When we declined that option the question fired at us was “ well wasn’t the service good?”. There then followed a further couple of questions at us and a very off hand production of a second bill. Not impressed, would not visit again.More

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed 21 April 2023 via mobile

Have been visiting St Ives for years and always make sure we come back here for a drink. Great location, good service and reasonable prices.

Date of visit: April 2023
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Reviewed 10 April 2023 via mobile

Great food and very friendly service , we had the Prawns and Salmon, both were cooked very well , highly recommend for all ages

Date of visit: April 2023
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Reviewed 15 March 2023 via mobile

What a friendly little cafe overlooking the sea. Very friendly staff and efficient service. Only had a coffee but it was excellent. A place worth visiting and I would recommend

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

We were after a cream tea with a sea view so chose here. We asked about gf but they had sold the last cake apparently. A customer recommended the cream tea so we decided to stay. Unfortunately the scone was not a homemade scone, more...likely a scone mix, not a typical cornish cream scone. The coffee we had was both small and lukewarm at best sadly. We would not recommend and would go to the Pedn Olva Hotel next time. We even got charged a service fee, without the option to decline that.More

Date of visit: March 2023
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  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4