Carn Brea Castle in Cornwall, Isles of Scilly

An amazing building, super service and delicious food - and what lovely staff! We couldn't get a taxi home so one of the staff gave us a lift home - outstanding and really impressive all 'round. Highly recommend.

This was the highlight of my birthday celebrations. The candle-lit dining room in the old castle was magical, the service was excellent, the food most unusual and perfectly cooked with a wide choice of dishes.

Great dinner in a unique setting and great value for money. Absolutely loved our meal here with friends. Being a Saturday night it was very busy (we'd booked in advance) and all of the staff were efficient and friendly. The food was generous in portion and very tasty with a goid variety of choice on the menu. Being able to go up on to the roof in-between courses for a lovely (although cold!) view was an added bonus. The house wine was good - we had both red and white - and the whole jealous was very reasonable in price. The only downside was that the coffee was instant - but the waitress made us aware of this and we didn't bother having coffee. Would definitely go back

The castle experience was great. Very atmospheric with its small rooms and stone walls. The food was no better than any other Middle Eastern restaurant although it was OK. It was all completely spoilt by the impossibly bad track leading up to it. It was very narrow with lots of potholes and large rocks sticking out. If this is your first visit only go during daylight hours so you can see the problems before you hit them.

Always love it here. Totally unique experience. Usually go for set menu at £23. Had a veg soup with warm spices and spaghetti served with pitta, madarba chicken and honeycomb cheesecake. Tasty would recommend and cannot wait for next visit.

Amazing atmosphere with lovely Middle Eastern food and efficient friendly service. This is a castle originally built in 1379, probably the oldest place where I've eaten dinner! The setting is high up, so you get a good view across Cornwall.

Amazing Visit Recent visit , we’ve been a few times and it’s been consistently good Amazing restaurant with stunning views, and cash payments only Very atmospheric, candle light giving the place a real sense of history and balance The staff are amazing very friendly and welcoming The menu is full of great dishes based from Lebanon do always full of flavour and tastes Would definitely recomend the “Carn Brea Special “ We recomend a visit and we will be back

After 13 years of living in Redruth I eventually made it to Carn Brea castle for dinner. I went with my two sisters and brothers in law and it was a fantastic experience. We were greeted by Menna who showed us to our table on the upper floor. We were early but that was not a problem with Menna giving us plenty of time to peruse the excellent menu. We all said that the food was exceptional and the unique ambience of the castle made for a memorable night. A mot enjoyable experience and I enthusiastically recommend a visit to 'the castle.' It is very popular so it would be prudent to book ahead as soon as you can., especially for a Friday and Saturday. Many thanks to Menna and the castle team. Blair.

Me and my partner came for dinner here 17/7 and it was such an experience. Really friendly staff and dinner in a castle was a lovely atmosphere. I had the 3 course set menu for £23 which was really nice. The terrace also has lovely views of the fields around the castle.

Starter of humus in a large dish but thinly smeared around the pot and the the centre filled with olive oil resulting in little humus to coat the pitta bread. Disappointing when in most Turkish restaurants this starter is provided free of charge. Main described as lamb kebab with onion relish. What arrived was 4 very good quality small lamb cutlets with a couple of warm white onion bits top of a mound of white rice and some dressed small chopped up salad leaves with chopped tomato etc..and a pot of plain yoghurt. Wine was ok but overall not worth the money and very limited menu. Need to up their game for such a nice venue.

Great venue - lovely views etc - food ok but totally over priced !!! It’s like you pay extra £20 just for the venue - over priced. It’s far too much money for big standard food

Excellent as usual guys and tonight you really made it special for us at our anniversary celebrations...it was lovely to have a glass of prosecco with you to celebrate together also your wedding Thank you to always giving us the best experience every time we come to your lovely place Don & Lara

Beautiful birthday dinner at the castle. The food and the setting are just perfect! Bit bumpy on the road up but worth it for the views and food!

Delicious steak dinner and the service is excellent! Highly recommend Any Poldark fans - it’s a must! Brilliant views from the top of Castle too

An unusual venue to have dinner. A winding track leads you up to the castle and the views are stunning on a good day. The castle is perched on the top of what can only be described as a Tor. This is an experience eating here. We visited in January and it was dark and atmospheric. Mainly lit by candle light inside which adds to the ambience. Our dinner was superb. We had chicken and steak (which was cooked to perfection) and some very tasty starters. Sincere thanks to Andy and the team for a memorable evening in a unique setting. We had to change our date due to unforeseen work at the venue, but as a thank you from Andy, we had a free bottle of wine with our dinner which was much appreciated and a lovely gesture. Can’t wait to return…. A1

My husband wanted to celebrate his 60th birthday with friends and eat at Carn Brea Castle. We were a large party of 9, including 1 vegetarian, and everyone was impressed. The food was excellent, and we thought that there was plenty of choice. Our food was delicious. Very interesting middle eastern spices and flavours, which made the food delicious. There is a limited wine list however, the wine was very good. Wrap up warm as the Castle can get cold.My husband went onto the roof for the views which I understand in the summer are amazing. Book well in advance and take cash. Cards are not accepted. We would definitely visit again. It was a great experience and the food was worth it

Absolutely brilliant from start to finish perfect host gorgeous meal perfect night 😊 would definitely go again highly recommended

Wow! What an amazing experience. The atmosphere was just incredible, the service was excellent and the food was divine. The rice was like eating clouds! So light and fluffy. Absolute perfection.

Unusual venue. Food was average bit cold but two courses each and all tasted the same. Deserts weren't worth bothering with. Not sure and can't prove it but my stomach has been upset an hour and a half after leaving not sure but could be the food as I haven't eaten anything else all day. Very disappointing after ready the great reviews.

I'm so glad seven of us went to Carn Brea. We had a wonderful welcome plus friendly service. Every dish was so well cooked and imaginative. The tables were perfectly laid out; glasses were spotless (always a good sign). Of course, the castle itself and its position overlooking Camborne and Redruth at night was spectacular. Although we have lived in Penzance since birth, we have never been there before. How stupid of us. It is now our go-to place. Thank you to everybody at carn Brea Castle Restaurant

What a lovely unique experience. Went for my 60th. Food a delight, friendly staff, would highly recommend.

We had a wonderful meal here, the staff were nice and friendly. Food and service was fantastic. Was even allowed to go up to the roof and enjoy the wonderful views. When we are next on holiday that way, we will be going back.

16 of us for a 70th birthday enjoyed this absolutely wonderful venue. A lovely sunny (but breezy) September evening after a very wet and windy day. We were able to enjoy the early evening sunshine on the roof terrace (actually 3 different areas with 2 out of the breeze). The management were very helpful from day 1 of planning the event although a little patience is required awaiting responses due to the Castle's restricted communications. They always responded (with good answers) by next morning. The service was perfect; discreet, friendly, efficient, helpful and patient. The food.... the empty plates said it all. Two of our party have run Cookery Schools and were delighted, as we all were. Plenty of choice, freshly prepared, great quality and all 16 meals arrived together....hot! What was remarkable was the value for money. This is NOT an expensive restaurant with a precocious menu. Starters from about £5 to £8. Mains from £15 to about £26 (steak served perfectly as a Carn Brea special); good choice of middle-eastern dishes which are not too spicy and not a chip in sight! It was cosy fitting in 16 around 1 table but it worked well. The Castle itself is fascinating with nooks and crannies everywhere and an extra room with retro stuff for sale (low key, not in your face). I had seen reviews saying the drive up is narrow. It is a Cornish Lane and no worse than many. I checked it out in advance, with a view to using a minibus. It wouldn't have been a problem although it might have struggled around the last chicane through the boulders but that is only 200 yards from the Castle. Standard cars, SUVs etc fine for getting all the way to the ample car park. This is the morning after and we have spent ages just going back over what a wonderful evening Carn Brea Castle Restaurant gave us. Thank you so very much. View all Carn Brea Castle Restaurant 4.6 (310) ££ RestaurantClosed OVERVIEW MENU REVIEWS PHOTOS ABOUT Google review summary Reviews aren't verified 5 4 3 2 1 4.6 (310) Reviews All atmosphere41 roof28 building14 evening14 +6 Sort by Most relevant Newest Highest Lowest john sandys 3 reviews·6 photos 17 minutes ago NEW Dine in | Dinner | £30–40 Needs more stars than 5! 16 of us had dinner to celebrate my wife's 70th. Half our guests had no idea where we were taking them so it was a total surprise …More Marie Costello Local Guide·26 reviews·20 photos a month ago Dine in | Dinner | £20–30 What an experience it was to have a meal in a castle! Very reasonably priced, lots of drinks to choose from and a dessert menu too. Such a unique experience with the ability to explore the castle and rooftop too. …More +2 1 Edward Opie Local Guide·16 reviews·220 photos a week ago NEW Stunning Castle Restaurant with a Great View, and you can see for miles in every direction. Superb location for a Restaurant. Booking is required. +3 1 Robin Smart 73 reviews·279 photos 2 months ago A hidden gem, first time eating here after coming to Cornwall for 30 years and was not disappointed. Everything was outstanding, book in advance +4 john sandys 3 reviews·6 photos 17 minutes ago NEW Dine in | Dinner | £30–40 Needs more stars than 5! 16 of us had dinner to celebrate my wife's 70th. Half our guests had no idea where we were taking them so it was a total surprise to arrive at this unique landmark. Everybody was bowled over by the Castle and it's ambience. After a very windy, rainy day it had come sunny and with a breeze so the roof terrace(s) (actually 3 areas so two were out of the wind) was a perfect mingling point to admire views before we ate. The service and food matched the perfection of the venue. From initial planning to the evening, the management were a great help, answering all my questions. As communications (phone etc) are difficult up there, you do have to be patient as they generally respond during the morning. I had read reviews that commented on the narrow road up but went and checked it out first. If needed you could get a minibus up there (although probably not the last 200 yards) but I did concede to give a lift to one guest as he might have resisted taking his big expensive Mercedes up. In conclusion, the venue unique and atmospheric, the food excellent (two of our guests have run Cookery Schools) and the service smooth, discreet, efficient and exceptional. Above all else brilliant value. Food: 5/5 | Service: 5/5 | Atmosphere: 5/5 Recommended dishes Chilli Chicken, Homemade Vegetable Soup, Prawns with Rice, Lamb Kebab, Garlic Naan, Garlic Mushrooms, Cheesecake, Baklava, Steak Carn Brea Special Parking space Plenty of parking Wheelchair accessibility Could possibly be difficult because of the originality of the castle. Please ask the management Photo 1 of 4 Photo 2 of 4 Photo 3 of 4 Photo 4 of 4

Quirky and unusual place with a beautiful view of the sunset. This friendly and welcoming restaurant delivered excellent food, nice wine, great friendly service and at a reasonable price. Thoroughly recommend visiting!

We had a lovely family dinner out at this interesting castle restaurant. The site is beautiful, food is good, great house wine. It’s a castle so expect rough and ready inside and wear something warm if you feel the cold. The track leading up to the castle is very rough and narrow. This could do with a warning on the website!

It’s an amazing place loved that the roof was open,good views.The meals were delicious,one small criticism the plates could have been a little bit hotter,would definitely go again.

Spectacular location. Friendly staff. Great atmosphere. Good food. We had been before, but our friends had not and they were suitably impressed.

APPALLING NOT even good cooking & certainly nothing resembling Middle Eastern Chicken ( two different dishes ) was nothing as described on Menu NOT Kebabs as stated : boiled or was it poached breasts with Dried herbs sprinkled on top . Poorly cooked as in soggy rice . Salad not much better . Dish of Mayonnaise plonked on top of main dish ( took up one third of plate ) again with dried herbs on top ... Can't even be bothered to comment on Starters and why were we stupid enough to consider a Desert ? Couldn't wait to leave ---------- Dark & cramped table in ti y corner by freezing window -------- Owner who took Booking in 📞 was off hand ... Should have been a Red Flag 🚩! Do NOT go

Took my wife here to celebrate her 30th birthday. It's always somewhere we've wanted to go based on the amazing location, and we weren't disappointed! Upon arrival we were welcomed into the incredible opening space. It's here you can see where the castle was built into the rock, and makes for an amazing introduction to the restaurant. The Middle Eastern cuisine served at the restaurant was top quality, the service was very attentive and speedy, and getting the chance to venture onto the roof to enjoy the views was incredible. The staff were also very helpful when I realised I'd forgotten to take cash out ahead of our visit! We're both very looking forward to going back, and the incredible experience made my wife's 30th all the more special

Well Im not sure what to say :/ apart being castle its nothing special , overpriced ,average food and missing a lot of stuff which i will describe as part of calling yourself a restaurant.. for us one off .. Awful music ..cold mushrooms..very dissapointing...

This is NOT middle eastern food! Shish Tawouk should be a spicy kebab - not a chicken fillet and surely garlic mushrooms don't usually come in a meaty vinegar sauce? Half a plate of plain boiled rice and some shredded lettuce is really not good...

How amazing was this place ??!! We have lived nearby for 8 years and this was our first visit - it definitely won’t be our last ! Great service , fantastic ambience and amazing food . Will definitely be back soon . Would highly recommend....

This was a really very lovely birthday meal treat made extra special by not only the food but the incredible location! The castle is so gorgeous and the views are amazing. We were so pleased we'd booked the early 6pm sitting as we were then...

The atmosphere here is fantastic! You would struggle to find another restaurant like this. The views are amazing also but sadly we did find some of the food was not the best. Everyone enjoyed their starters especially the garlic mushrooms. Though, I would suggest that...

We arrived for an 18.30hrs booking for my birthday meal organised by my partner and son. The drive to the restaurant is via a windy country lane through a tiny village to the castle and Bassett Monument. We were greeted at the door after ringing...

Outstanding Visiting Carn Brae Castle Restaurant has been a ‘Bucket List’ item for thirty years + for my wife and I, tonight we made it. We were not disappointed. We knew the way up to the castle and had booked so as to arrive at...

Our first visit to the restaurant and was lovely. We ordered our meals and then went out on the roof to look at the views which is an amazing feature of the restaurant. Starters were both great and tasty. Mains was lovely and the rump...

Very poor meal last night. Shame, first time there and heard food was good !! But far from it. Was a set meal for Valentines night. Definitely not worth £40 per head!! Poor steak. Very tough. Mentioned to waitress but she did not make much...

Went on 5th December for my birthday. Turns out we were blessed by booking for 6:30pm as once we were welcomed in by the hostess and taken up to the dining area, we had the whole castle to ourselves. The interior is amazing, dark in...

We loved it here, the only thing i would say is there was no baby high chair so we had to use our pram which thankfully we had in the car, or i doubt we would have been able to stay for our meal as...

Amazing location, stunning building. A few too many tables crammed in made for a rather too close an experience with the table near us. Where we were sat you had to negotiate the neighbouring tables guests to get out. The food was average at best....

We visited for my partner's birthday. The ambience, views, service and food exceeded expectations and was very good value for money. The sunset from the ramparts was stunning, we were not rushed and staff were attentive and friendly. The driveway was a little challenging but...

Great setting, once you arrive, although the road in is a bit of an issue. Lovely food. Friendly staff. Lovely ambiance Eating in a castle - what's not to love? Worth it, just for something different, but great on top of that

Quaint location, limited menu, but well served. Only house wine, does away with having to choose from a long list! Book ahead. Be warned that the path is quite narrow with bushes on either side which can scratch your vehicle badly. If I go again,...

Lovely experience . Food was really really lovely !! The ambience was amazing and the history of the place is beautiful. If anything service was a little fast. But we really enjoyed and will be back

We went, nine of us, for a wedding anniversary dinner. What a fabulous setting and venue. The castle is small, beautifully restored and maintained and has a rich history. The staff are amazing, and our dinners were superb, quickly served and delicious. The location is...

First visit to Carn Brea Castle. Amazing place with stunning 360 views The food cooked from fresh and was served nicely by friendly staff Prices were very reasonable The four of us were well looked after , not rushed at all The menu was limited...

What a fantastic experience! We visited to celebrate the final night of our holiday in St Agnes with friends and family. We were a group of 7 who had prebooked. Not only were the views stunning, but the backdrop for our meal was truly memorable....

We came here for my parents wedding anniversary - after a steep climb on the twisty track you arrive at the castle which is stunning. There is a360 degree view from the roof which is spectacular. The meal was superb and had something for everyone...

You get to the restaurant via a very narrow twisty road/track. We were let into a medieval looking entrance hall and shown to our table. We were told that the roof was open and we went up and took in the spectacular views from the...

What a fantastic evening. The food was amazing, the service was excellent, the price was really reasonable. We had an opportunity to go on the roof which was absolutely incredible. I have lived in Redruth all my life and look at this iconic place everyday...

What a place, first of all the drive up to the castle - you wonder if you are really on the right road (track!) The castle is very atmospheric, small rooms, twisty stairs. Wonderful view 360 degrees from the roof. Lovely food, hummous, baba ganoush...

An amazing experience. Arrive early and take time to explore the area, go up on the roof and really enjoy the 360° views. Drive very slowly up the bumpy road. Worth the journey. Really enjoyed the set menu but will return soon to try something...

We had an amazing time, was stunning and so full of character and atmosphere was great, everyone we spoke to all had equally good food and time. View from the roof are stunning. Food was great and service fab. Hats off to the waitresses carrying...

Excellent! Many vegan options, most of my friends had mezze or the curry. Very tasty and big portions, wish i had dessert. Stunning views.

We have been hearing good things about this place for a while and finally got the chance to go! I would highly recommend, service from start to finish was amazing, views and experience of eating a castle was definitely fun and could quite easily say...

For so so many years we've viewed this as we only live locally and apart from a quick look around nearly 30 yes ago never visited for a meal To celebrate 40 years since we started going out courting I decided to do something nice...

Visited and not disappointed. Service was very good and the food was lovely. This is a unique place and offers the opportunity to head up into the roof while waiting for food to arrive to admire the views all around. The only reason to not...

Last night we ate at Carn Brea castle. The reason to visit is the uniqueness of the castle itself, I have eaten at the castle 3 times and each time I have enjoyed being in this unique and special place. The food is good but...

We booked for a group of 10 for a celebration with family and friends. What a wonderful, atmospheric place. Outside the weather was dreadful with gales and wind yet inside we were snug and treated to the most wonderful (and good value) food and warm hospitality. There is a perfect blend of history, comfort and atmosphere. As others have said, the approach road is ‘difficult’ but it is worth the effort. Definitely 5*. Thank you. We will be back.

Apologies for the 6 month late review. We went to Carb Brea castle for a meal whilst on holiday for a week in july. Now it's not the kind of menu I would not of normally been enticed in by (I have fairly simple taste) but I must say, I had the chilli chicken for a main course and it was simply put the nicest curry-like dish I have ever had, anywhere and starter was excellent too. The service was very efficient. the building was absolutely stunning and some great views ( I would recommend allow 15 minutes or so either before or after the meal to have a wander around the grounds. plenty of place to go and grab a great view). I have every intention returning on my visit to Cornwall. One thing I might add though is it is very off the beaten track and some taxi company's only agreed to drop us at the end of which it would be 15 minute walk otherwise. Luckily we found a great firm that battled down the lane and took us to the door, there is a car park though at the castle but will require a bit of technical driving. But this is all minor stuff because you simply wouldn't find this dining experience on the high street so it's well worth the perserverance.

A fantastic venue so original and different. Lovely atmosphere and delicious food. Incredible on a dark night looking down at the town - you'd think you were flying over in a plane! View from the ramparts is not to be missed. Very very intimate and cosy ambiance.

Absolutely lovely food, served by friendly staff in a cosy atmosphere. The castle situated on the top of Carn Brea gives outstanding views and you can even go up on the roof for a real panoramic view

We had a lovely dinner here, the food was delicious and the service was very good. The setting is unusual but somehow very cosy. You can climb the (very steep) stairs up to the battlements and there is a cute little antique shop tucked into a corner of the stairs. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and will definitely go back.

Set a distance out of the way, high on a hill, this beautiful small castle, with great views across Cornwall is a great place to have dinner.Not only that but the food is delicious from the mixed starters to the enormous fillet steaks.A visit recommended for all of the above.

We visited Carn Brea Castle for a birthday meal on Monday 11th October. The venue is quite stunning but the meal did not match as had much greater expectations on quality. The steak was so full of salt it was unbearable and coffee instant. The food was poor and although service polite it was just rushed with every sentence ending in “please”. Will not return again as quality of food and beverages poor. Cheap and cheerful was the fair served but not the prices charged.

Our second visit after an 8 year break and it was every bit as good as the previous visit. Dinner at the castle was again an amazing experience. The roof was open for fantastic views and the food was delicious. We both chose steak and agreed that it was possibly the best we’d ever had. The waitress was lovely and happy to chat. Definitely one of the best customer service experiences we’ve had lately in a venue that we feel privileged to be able to enjoy.One tiny criticism would be that there is only red or white house wine and we would have chosen something slightly better with steak if it were available. Having said this, it does add to the quirkiness of the place so all good.

We had a family meal out here during our week long holiday in Cornwall. At the end of a long winding rough track is Brea Castle. It's certainly a unique and rustic experience to dine in the restaurant inside a very old castle. They let guests wander up very narrow stair to the roof to check out the vista. It was misty when we visited so we didn't see much! Their menu is Middle Eastern, however choice was a little bit limited, compared to other restaurants where we've had Turkish/Lebanese food - possibly limited by the size of kitchen available in such an old building. The food we ordered was nice and we all finished our plates, but I have to say it wasn't anything sensational either i.e. it did not leave us continuing to eat after we felt full, in a way that some other Middle Eastern restaurants we've eaten in have done... The baba ghanoush tasted too much of tahini more than the smoked aubergine, the hummus was OK. Shish Tawuk (chicken) was tasty, juicy and tender. The tiger prawns in the Sayadayeh were perfectly cooked; shame that the dish overall was a little dull. The service was very good overall (our host/server Rasa made us feel welcome), and they accommodated all our requests. Perhaps our experience of Middle Eastern restaurants set the bar high, but this was only good/average overall...

Words cannot describe. Good reasonably priced food and amazing experience you will never forget. Road up to the Castle is one in a million lol x

You don’t come here for the food, you come here for the quirky nature of the venue, the ambiance and a well cooked dinner, served by efficient and polite people.Service is unbelievably quick, our starters arrived three minutes after we ordered, and our perfectly cooked steaks as the starter plates were cleared.We visited six years ago and the menu is the same (even the soup of the day is vegetable).All food is cooked well, very tourist traditional and served with lots of salad, rice, potatoes and vegetables.The views and building are stunning, yes the drive is a little hairy, but you are going to a castle on an accent hill fort site, so what do you expect!Take cash, eat good food, go to the roof to see the 360 degree panorama and tip the bloody amazing staff (up and down those stairs all night with food and drinks is hard work).

We went for our last night down in Cornwall and it was the perfect end to a lovely stay.Engaging staff, excellent service and really first class food made it well worth the trip and the views are an added bonus.Full of charm with an intimate but lively atmosphere.Thoroughly recommended for any occasion and we'll certainly be back.

Definitely recommend this little castle it's amazing, views are beautiful , Staff so friendly, Food absolutely delicious,you can walk around the castle and go to the roof to admire the views It's Stunning place so glad we went whilst staying in Redruth 😊

We had a really enjoyable evening, the service and food were excellent, and the atmosphere is quite unique, we will be returning soon.

The food was good, we had both of the aubergine starters and the shish and lamb cutlets for mains. As mentioned already there is no wine choice. The service was rushed and business like. I would not recommend the restaurant for families with small children who constantly shout for 2 hours as this might spoil the experience for the rest of the diners . Having said that the acoustics in the castle are tremendous .

My cousin, coming to stay with us, asked if we would book a meal "somewhere different that we had never been before". I had been aware of the restaurant at Carn Brea Castle for many years but had never actually got around to trying it. I duly booked and on the agreed day the four of us headed out, the drive up from Carnkie village is an experience in itself.The restaurant is spread across the various floors of the castle giving a pleasantly intimate setting with great character. The roof is open to the public and it is well worth climbing the narrow staircase for the panoramic view of central Cornwall.The cuisine is middle eastern / European. For starters I had the meneesh which is a baked flatbread with thyme, sesame seeds and olive oil. This is something that should really be shared, definitely not a single person starter. Next time we go we will order a range of starters and share "mezze style". The restaurant lists a "small mezze" as a main, I think next time we will take that as a shared starter (one of our party had this as a main and pronounced it excellent).I had the pepper fillet, cooked rare ("blue"), yes it was a proper fillet and cooked to perfection and came with a sufficiency of pepper sauce (I hate it when restaurants are stingy with sauces) the sauce I suspect contained other eastern spices, very tasty. Veggies were cooked well too. My wife had the sirloin steak which was good, while my cousin had the lamb kebab which wasn't served as a kebab and more like lamb medallions which he really enjoyed. All four of us couldn't fault the food (other than the meneesh should be billed as a starter for sharing); we all felt the service was excellent too, helpful and attentive. The venue would certainly benefit from a wine selection, only choices were house "red", "rose" or "white". We had the red and it was pleasant enough. We all had deserts which were pleasant and the waitress responded instantly with a little extra cream when requested.We will certainly return and give more friends and relatives the experience. The menu can accommodate veggies and vegans well but might not be suitable for diners with very "plain" tastes. Having worked throughout eastern Europe and the Middle East, and enjoying the cuisine, I loved it.It should be noted that the very structure of the (very small) castle does not facilitate "social distancing separation" of diners and tables.

What an evening! We absolutely LOVED our evening out dining in Carn Brea Castle. What a unique experience- it’s not everyday you can eat in such a venue steeped in such rich history. We really enjoyed the Jordan menu and the caramel apple pie to finish was heavenly.

The food was lovley it isn't your usual food but its amazing. We had kids and the menu wasn't traditional kids but we got the chicken and rice and chicken and veg and our kids ate it all. The table was a picnic table but I guess that's because they have to get it up a mountain to get in. Best veiw ever. Totally worth it and if you can go to the roof

We had dinner here in Aug 21 with our family our 5, three children aged 6,6 and 9. We all loved the setting, you really are dinning in a castle, literally in the middle of nowhere. The food is Jordanian, but absolutely delicious. They had a childrens menu which had a good choice.After dinner we were able to go to the top of the castle to experience the stunning views.If you're looking for something a little different and very memorable this ticks the box.Staff were very friendly and helpful, if we lived locally I think we'd frequent this restaurant as there was more on the menu I'd have liked to have tried.

We have visited this restaurant a few times previously, but not for a couple of years due to COVID restrictions. We visited a couple of weeks ago and were pleased to see that the excellent quality of the meal was just as before. The service was prompt and friendly. You should note that the restaurant does not accept cards for payment, only cash and cheque.

This is the 6th/7th time we have been here and it never gets old. Gorgeous venue, food is amazing and staff are super friendly. Cant recommend enough🙂🙂🙂

Travelled down from Carlisle to spend time with family back home. Very tasty and freshly prepared food full of flavour. Don't be put off if you are not into spicy food, not spicy but seasoned with plenty of flavour. Views to the sea and surrounding area from the roof. Will be back when visiting again.

If you like good food, this is NOT the place to go. My husband and I excitably booked for a meal as part of our honeymoon in Cornwall,.. Unfortunately it did not live up to our expectation. The food was awful! We had the potato and spinach curry which was one of the few vegetarian options on the menu. It was full of salt, and tasted like a bad microwave meal. We are sure it had been made days in advanced and reheated up. We both had terrible stomachs this morning because of it. Yes the castle is beautiful, but the food makes this place fall short.The driveway up to the castle is terrible, be prepared for a few bumps and scrapes on your car from the potholes on your way up.I hate writing bad reviews, but for the price of the food in this restaurant and the quality of what arrives on your plate, it isn't worth it.

The venue is something really special, the restaurant and views are incredible. I'd definetly recommend the whole experience as something you must do. Dont think I'd return though. For me the food did not live up to the experience or the price. I'm not knocking the food too much, the quality was good, I just felt they have such an opportunity to do something special. We ordered the lamb and King prawns. The lamb was just a few cutlets on plain rice, it was well cooked, a bit plain and the majority of the plate was taken up by the condiment bowl of yogurt. Same story for the prawns. After spending £80 for two we did leave a bit hungry. They could also do with a better wine list. The only red option was the house wine and it was no more than a £5 bottle from the supermarket marked up 3x. The last frustrating thing was they don't accept card. Its nice they do tell you when booking. I never keep cash on my person so looked at what I wanted before and withdrew the money. But after the small portions I wanted to order a bit more and couldn't so just got a taxi to the co-op and grabbed a pizza.

Visited Carn Brae Castle restaurant on a recommendation and have to say the restaurant and setting is amazing. Overall we had a lovely evening and absolutely loved the building and views. Unfortunately we could not say the same for the food. We did not complain as the experience made up for it which we feel is probably the case more often then not upon reading the other reviews along similar lines. The food was cooked well and edible but not reminiscent of Lebanese. The starters were nice despite the standard packet pitta breads however the mains were bland and uninspiring. Chilli chicken can only be described as jarred chicken curry from the supermarket with added hot spice layed on a coriander supermarket naan with plain boiled rice. Lamb cutlets unseasoned although cooked well with plain boiled rice and chopped lettuce, cucumber and tomato with no dressing. Nothing Lebanese about it. Having eaten frequently in Beirut I was left disappointed. Drinks weren't much better, small selection of not great wines and with all the lovely cornish ciders about we got served a pint of strongbow :-/. Overall lovely place just a shame the food was sub standard and massively overpriced for what we got.

We are locals anmd having walked up Carn Brea a number of times we had always wondered about this restaurant and could not wait any longer to go and see. You have to prebook and must pay with cash or cheque, no cards.What an experience, not too sure what to expect we started our adventure. To get to the restaurant you have to drive up a long unmade track, quite narrow and very bumpy so take care but don't let this put you off. You arrive at the restaurant, ring the bell and we were greeted by a very friendly lady who makes you most welcome. It turned out that this lady would be our waitress, in fact she was the only one there on table duty. She works so hard but makes it so obvious that she loves her work, always smiling.The castle has many small areas for dining, going up stone staircases to different levels, all lit by candlelight, there are candles everywhere, creating such a lovely and relaxing atmosphere.The service is excellent, we ordered and before we knew it the food was on our table, we had three courses and the food was cooked to perfection. Not a huge choice on the menu but should be enough to satisfy most people with the range from European to middle eastern.You are also allowed to go up narrow stone steps to the top level where the views from between the turrets are amazing on a good day.I can usually find something not too good and drop a star in rating but this visit was perfect in every way, thoroughly deserving five stars.We will certainly return again and when we have visitors can think of no better place to take them, if you would like something a little bit different this is the place for you.

This is an amazing location which could be used to so much more advantage. Some finishing touches & more choice are needed. They need to have a wine line, there is no choice at the moment & that also goes for other drinks; beers & spirits.The food itself wasn't bad & my husband went up onto the roof which has an amazing view. Arabic coffee is not pleasant at all, didn't taste of coffee. Real napkins would also help the ambience

We were recommended to visit this place by a friend and we were not disappointed! The drive up to castle is a long a very narrow road with lots of potholes, so drive slowly and it almost seems like you’re driving into the middle of nowhere. But once you reach the car park, there’s plenty of space to park. The castle is on top of a hill, so the views are amazing even when it’s dark. The reception is a warm, cosy entrance with a roaring fire which was perfect as it was freezing outside! We were greeted by a very friendly lady, who shown us to our table. It’s very dimly lit as the main source of light is candles, so would be a struggle for the visually impaired. But it added to the medieval atmosphere.The menu was predominantly European and Middle Eastern but a range of dishes for everyone to enjoy. The price is more on the expensive side but the food was tasty and good quality so it was worth the price.Our lovely server made us aware that the rooftop was open so we could explore the roof and take some more photos. By the way, the only accept cash or cheque - no cards of any kind.Overall, a lovely place with tasty food and friendly service!

Absolutely loved it here the atmosphere was amazing food was delicious and it’s such a beautiful place, remember to bring cash though as they don’t except card, I will definitely return when we are back in Cornwall and will recommend to friends and family

A magical experience in this amazing castle. The drive is an adventure in itself, the road becomes narrow and unmade when approaching the castle. Once we had parked, we ring the bell at the entrance to the castle, once in the castle there was an open fire in the reception area and we were shown to our table. The atmosphere was great and we were able to spend time on the roof. Candle light is the main source of lighting in the castle which adds to the atmosphere. The castle is a quirky building with steep stair cases which become quite narrow if climbing to the roof. Expect it to be on the dark side inside and cool as it is a very old building. The service was efficient and the food lovely. Wine choice is limited but not a problem and the red which we had was a great choice. If you are looking for a different experience in a very old property with stunning views then this may well fit the bill. Cash or cheque payments only.

I visited here with a friend who, like me, had always wanted to see what it was like. If you are a Goth, or even a more closet one like myself, book a table. The food is lovely, the staff are happy, friendly and helpful and the atmosphere is Transylvania in Redruth. We ate three courses each and, not only was the food filling, it was not overly rich, well balanced and a very decent price. Just under £34.00 for mine which included a drink. The castle's age and stone can be felt. I would definitely recommend this place if you want to go somewhere different for an adventure and I will certainly be back. A word of caution if you are the driver, which I was; it is quite a bumpy and alarming road to those who are unused to it. Watch out for speed bumps too at the beginning which loom up unseen. Luckily, I had driven the route before hand and knew what to expect. Do go up on the parapet and do visit the strange room with weird and wonderful things in it. As I say, if any of your friends or family are Goths, get them up here!

We were looking for somewhere special to celebrate our anniversary and this came up with good reviews. Decided to book a table as it sounded quite out of the ordinary. Well it certainly was an experience that I won’t forget. The drive up, in the dark is quite an adventure on its own. Certainly in need of a drink once you arrive. You have to ring the bell when you arrive and someone comes and unlock the door to let you in. There are several little areas with tables in and everywhere is just lit by candlelight. We had to climb up stone stairways to our table. Very cosy although it’s just stone walls and candles. We were told we could climb up to the roof to have a look out over surrounding area. Advice, turn phone torch on as it’s very dark up here. Well worth it though. And the food! Can only say delicious. Had hummus with hot pita bread and stuffed vine leaves for starters, all very tasty. We had lamb kebab and chicken kebab for main and couldn’t fault it. As a visitor to Cornwall it’s unlikely I will visit again anytime soon, but would highly recommend a visit if you want something different to experience.

This was a lovely evening eating in candle light and sunning views. The food was very enjoyable and reasonably priced. The service was good and friendly. Before the meal we climbed up to the roof for the sunning views almost coast to coast. The evening was very enjoyable.However on booking the evening I was told we could drive up to it with our motorhome NO WAY do not attempt it, the drive is very narrow bendy and has a lot deep potholes. we stayed at Lanyon touring park having a taxi to transport us. Well worth the money

Wow, just wow, from the views to the food to the service,we could not fault anything, came here for my wife's 50th birthday and it made the end of the day special, cannot say thank you enough.

We live locally and have visited the Carn Brea Castle from time to time over the years right from the beginning when Munir Sawalha ran the restaurant. The food has always been excellent and the castle an absolute delight, a real Cornish treasure. Last year we took our friends from Utah to the castle and they loved everything about it and the wonderful Jordanian food. This time around we came with my brother and his wife. We were very sad to hear of the passing of Menir (a real gentleman), however his son Andy and his partner Anne should be proud of the fantastic job they do in carrying on the torch. Food excellent, service excellent. PLEASE DON'T STOP :)

Excellent service, food cooked to perfection and a wonderfully unique setting. A delightful experience all round.

What a fabulous find! Local friends told us about this unique Jordanian restaurant in the castle and we decided to give it a go! I can see what it doesn’t need to advertise as the food, service, setting and experience are superb and word will get around quickly! We enjoyed a mix of starters (beans, salad, hummus and vine leaves) and they were all fresh, tasty and came out in great time. The five of us had a range of mains from lamb kebab to chicken to steaks and every dish was a winner! Fresh veg, great flavours, and generous portions. Finished with smiles!The views from the castle are wonderful, and you can also go to the top of the castle for a panoramic view. The sun was setting and it was just fabulous. The candle light made the whole evening beautifully atmospheric and it was the perfect lock down catch up for us. What a quirky, fun and memorable place for a meal. Service was friendly, fast and the prices were reasonable given the quality and location.We will be back for sure. Book in advance and they only take cash or cheque. No cards.

We really enjoyed our meals, the service was great and really friendly and the view was amazing once the mist had lifted. Shame they hadn’t joined the eat out to help out scheme as it would have saved us £50 but they have limited space and it sounds like they don’t need to advertise so understandable i suppose.

CARN BREA CASTLE RESTAURANT - What a find! The castle is on one of Cornwall's highest points and from the roof we could see both North and South sea coast! The Middle eastern food was excellent and my veggie daughter said it was one of the best meals she had had. We will go again on our next visit to Cornwall. We thought social distance measures were excellent and had no concerns in this regard.

We've walked past this restaurant so many times and we're really glad that we remembered to book for a meal for when we came back to Cornwall. The food was excellent, beautifully cooked with unusual but delicious flavours. The staff were lovely - very welcoming and friendly and they have very competitive prices for both food and beers/wines. Thank you Carn Brae Castle Restaurant for a lovely evening and great food and ambience

Dining here recently was an absolutely wonderful experience. The food is superb and the setting is unique. The staff are very attentive and did their upmost to cater for guests given the current circumstances. A definite place to dine if you are visiting the area.