Mermaid Seafood

This is our fourth time visiting this restaurant and the food is consistently fantastic. The Cornish smokies are a must-try as a starter, and there is always a great selection of specials in addition to their regular menu. The Mermaid mess dessert is out of this world. Can't wait to come back next year!

It was great to return to this restaurant. The welcome service was very good and the atmosphere was lively. I ordered the Scallops and my wife had the Cornish Smokey, both dishes were excellent as always. We both tried the Fish Trio and were blown away by how delicious it was. We definitely had a fantastic evening.

A really good meal in a delightfully atmospheric restaurant. we had wonderful fish dishes and had friendly service. a great experience

This unsuspecting treasure cove of fresh food and wonderful service. My husband and I have traveled around the world and tried everything from fresh Wagu beef to fine Italian delicacies, but nothing would compare to the meal we had at The Mermaid. We were incredibly lucky that when we walked in and asked if they had a table, they had recently had a no show and were able to slot us in. It is a small place, however it didn't feel cramped and crowded. You and your party could have some personal and private space while also being immersed in the surroundings of the restaurant. We opted for starters and mains and we couldn't have been more blown away by the quality and care in the food. I had fish in both courses, and you could taste the freshness, and there was no overwhelming taste of salt like you get in some restaurants. My husband chose a beef stir fry for his main, and despite being something you wouldn't expect from a seafood restaurant, he was speechless. In each dish we had, there was attention to the presentation, showcasing the food in front of you. These were dishes that you couldn't stop eating, but you knew if you asked for another portion it would be too much, so we enjoyed every single bite. We couldn't thank the servers and the chefs enough for both the meal and he service that we received.

As amazing as ever, been a while since we visited st ives, never the plan just a timing thing, so it was great to be back Tbe cauliflower and steaks never disappoint- thanks Matthew see you and your team just before new year all being well!