Finnygook Inn in Cornwall, Isles of Scilly

We had heard about this lovely pub/restaurant from other friends recommendations and decided to visit it. We were most certainly not disappointed! I lovely welcome as soon as we arrived, a quaint and cosy area to sit, it has two areas a pub side and a restaurant side, we sat on the pub side because we had some dogs with us and quickly served our drinks. Extremely accommodating, welcoming staff truly service with a smile! We ordered for Sunday roasts one was beef, one was pork and two were three meat roasts with all of the trimmings, including Yorkshire pudding, and wow, what incredible food it was. Every slice of meat was cooked to perfection, and such a variety of vegetables on the plate which all so tasty and cooked to the best of standards. One of our party needed vegetable gravy due to not being able to have pork meat in it and this was accommodated for, another guest needed their meat cooked extremely well done and although at first it arrived cooked medium rare the staff soon rectified this and bought back the meat cooked exactly our guest liked it. Then we were onto desserts, such a great choice of desserts we were spoilt on what to order, however we went for, the Pavlova and fruit crumble with custard and both of these dishes were so tasty and so well presented! Living in Cornwall we eat in many different restaurants, and I can honestly say this is the best that we have found for a Sunday lunch. Cannot and will not hesitate to recommend this to anybodywe know , or anybody that breeds the reviews book up you will not be disappointed ! Thank you so much for a wonderful visit , and for being so accommodating to our needs you are truly the gem of a dining experience in cornwall

This is an amazing pub. I booked in advance for eight of us to eat but we kept coming back because the menu and specials board were … so special. Combined with the fabulous hospitality and warmness we felt really welcomed during our week’s stay in Portwrinkle. I am quite a fussy eater as a vegetarian, but would definitely recommend this one!

Ours was a late booking for the restaurant; nevertheless, busy as they were, they managed to squeeze us in! The bar was very welcoming. And it was dog friendly. The ambience of the restaurant was unpretentious yet enhanced by the lit candles. The food was excellent - especially the pan-seared scallops. The service too was excellent, and could not be faulted. The staff - without exception - made us welcome and took good care of us.

The restaurant was fully booked, which is a good sign so we had our meal in the bar. It was a little noisier but some would say atmospheric. The service and food were excellent. I had the crab cocktail and lamb shank. All being well presented and delicious. A great place for a celebration meal.

A fantastic pub full of Cornish history. The food was some of the best we have ever had, varying from excellent burgers, generous portions of fish and an amazing pork tomahawk. Food is freshly prepared and locally sourced. Staff were incredible especially our waitress Becca. Couldn't recommend any higher.

Yet another fantastic meal in this lovely friendly pub.Staff are so lovely and helpful.We had our daughter with us who is vegan and there was a big selection for her to choose from she had the risotto which she said was the best she's had.

Just had a meal here with our German relatives allergy striven ! Meal was really fantastic - service excellent - totally recommended - we will come again

A really nice evening meal with excellent service and a really friendly atmosphere. Dog friendly and very good value for money.

Nice spot. Cosy bar with log fires and a big dining area next to it, food is very good. At lunchtime It’s upscale pub grub done well. Service was quick and friendly. Shrimp and crab salad and broccoli and blue cheese soup to start. Both excellent . Lamb shank and home cooked ham and eggs for mains. Couldn’t be faulted. Very tasty, top quality ingredients and good portions.

We visited for a birthday lunch. We both had roast, which was piping hot. The meat could have been cooked a bit more , but that is down to personal opinion. It would have been nice to have been offered sauces rather than having to ask. We had beef and lamb. The puddings were very nice as well. We will visit again, but will probably not bother with the roast.

We decided to branch away from our usual places & try the Finnygook. My goodness. We were not disappointed. From start to finish the whole experience was fantastic. Service was great, very friendly & helpful staff. The food blew us away with all of us enjoying it. What was supposed to be an eat & go turned into all afternoon which was lovely as some places have set timings for a table. I think we may have found a new favourite spot.

Popped in after taking the dogs to the beach. I had a burger and a friend had fish & chips. The food was lovely especially the burger and even though I don’t eat pickles the little ones on top of the burger were so cute! The staff were friendly and if I hadn’t inhaled my burger I would have liked to try the dessert menu, but that will be for my next visit. Would definitely recommend.

Great Pub with a warm and friendly atmosphere. Food was amazing and the setting on the Cornish Coast is full of history. Will definitely come back.

We visited this pub based on the good reviews received. The roast beef was not particularly tender and the plate was swamped in gravy, which made it difficult to navigate through the meal! Perhaps consider serving the gravy in a jug. There was however, a good selection of vegetables which were nicely cooked although the roast potatoes could have been crispier. The staff were friendly.

What a lovely homely place, it has such a lovely atmosphere, especially in the bar area and the food was delicious (the rice pudding was heavenly). The staff were also very welcoming and friendly, I can understand why it is so popular. The only minor negative was that it took a few attempts to get through to book, but it was worth persevering and we will definitely return.

Stayed overnight and had dinner and breakfast. Good vegan options for both and very well looked after. Lovely warm room with good facilities and nice local beer at bar.

I was genuinely taken a back. From the moment we stepped through the door, to when we left, it was an amazing experience. The friendliness of the staff, the service levels, the genuine pride and care, was right up there with anything I have experienced. This was all delivered in the Cornish casual manner, not formal, just perfect. The food was superb, and we all complimented the chef, who we found out with actually the landlord. At the end of the night we asked to see the manager, and the landlord and landlady came out. After chatting with them, it wasn't hard to see where the service came from, the culture flowed down in buckets. Couldn't recommend this place highly enought

After a windswept walk from Tregantle, looking forward to lunch, we weren’t disappointed. Really slick team welcomed us and gave brilliant service. The food was lovely, beautifully cooked beef and the best cooked vegetables I’ve had in a pub, without doubt. Good beer, and wine It was so good, when the bill came, I had to query it, as it didn’t seem enough Terrific

We booked a night here whilst walking in Cornwall. Very friendly staff who offered us an upgrade straight away. Rooms are lovely and big and very clean and bed was super king and comfy. Had dinner in the bar that evening which was superb - certainly won’t go hungry!! Breakfast the next morning was lovely and they even made an extra sausage for the dog. Would highly recommend and we will def come back

The most delicious fish dish I’ve eaten in ages. My dinner companion said the same about her vegetarian dish.

Went for lunch with my Mum..decided to share starters...all the food we had was lovely and the 2 ladies on duty were lovely. THANK YOU 😊

Myself and my wife decided on this delightful inn for our wedding anniversary meal. On entry we received a very warm welcome from friendly and courteous staff, our meals were of a high standard and exceeded our expectations. This place is a real gem and we would most certainly recommend.

Excellent. Great staff. Roast lunch was superb. Selection of real ales. Would recommend this pub for a meal out.

Having found this delightful pub to stay overnight with our golden retriever we were not disappointed , in fact, we were delighted to have found a “hidden gem” The evening meal was first class and beautifully presented. The owners were engaging and all their staff very attentive. I can’t stop telling all our friends about our experience and we will definitely be going back. Thank you Finnygook, Xx

Great food. Fish and chips were excellent. Service very friendly. Plenty of room inside and parking outside.

I stayed for 4 nights and ate in the bar every night, the food is amazing. The bar area is family and dog friendly and there is a huge selection of games to keep both adults and children entertained. I don’t think I’ve ever been to a pub with such a great atmosphere. The staff are all super friendly and very attentive. The locals call in throughout the day and really make the place feel good. The accommodation is fresh and tidy. I’m looking forward to my next trip. The Sunday roast is the best roast beef I’ve ever had (and I eat a lot of beef).

Visited a couple of times with my humans and met some really interesting dogs. There was a bed I could use and toys so very good. Apparently the service was very friendly and helpful and the food excellent (I managed to get some of the fish pie and the burger) . Great view from the ladies so I’m told but I prefer a walk around the village for my ablutions. There was a grumpy King Charles spaniel on one visit but he was only there a bit, the pub dog is a good character and very friendly even though I scent marked some of his stuff. Overall well worth a trip here

On our first night in Cornwall, my wife & I chose to try Finnygook Inn from a dining list in our holiday apartment at Seaton Beach. After parking in the last spot available across the road, we checked at the bar to see if we could be seated for an early-ish Saturday dinner. That's when we learned they didn't start evening food service until 6 PM, and they were booked for tables in the restaurant until 6:30. So we ordered beverages, sat at a high table in the bar, and watched the locals & their dogs socialise (including the resident pooch) until we were seated for dinner. Service in the bar & the restaurant was friendly. The dining area was well lit by large windows, with space between the tables to reduce the feeling of crowding under the low ceilings. It took 25-30 minutes to receive our meals after ordering (understandable based on the size of the Saturday night crowd), but they were hot & fresh when they arrived. My wife enjoyed her pan-seared local king scallops dish from the Small Plates menu, and my beer battered haddock entrée with chips & "real mushy peas" [I didn't realise there were counterfeit mushy peas :- ] was very satisfying. Both meals were well presented & had generous portions. Overall Finnygook was a solid choice for our first Cornish meal, and we would recommend it to visitors looking for a cosy pub and/or a local restaurant with a good variety of flavorful food to choose from.

We hebbe hier drie dagen overnacht, wat een geweldige plek om te verblijven. Ik verbleef hier met mijn twee dochters en een hond. honden zijn meer dan welkom, echt fantastisch. het ontbijt is zeer goed. het diner is van de hoogste kwaliteit en met liefde bereid door de chef kok, die is echt klasse. Ook de tips die we van Lizzy kregen voor een dagje uit, zij die ons iedere morgen verwelkomde met een big smile !!! Groetjes van de familie van Lierop en Joy

Stayed overnight and dined whike walking SWCP. Great location, amazing views, comfy beds, friendly staff , we recommend highly

Lovely rib eye! Great wine and real ales, as well as top notch service and a lovely homely atmosphere! Definitely worth a visit.

Excellent on all counts. Dog friendly in the bar. Great views from the restaurant. Good food, friendly staff. Do visit . May need to book.

This is a very friendly restaurant set in the hills near Downderry ,Cornwall. Great selection of meals for all tastes. Dogs welcome. Views,on a good day, are amazing! Parking may be a problem as it is very popular for locals and tourists alike! Love the...

Lovely meal of chicken Katsu curry, chicken livers and scallops with pavlova for dessert (couldn’t decide if I should have the key lime pie or sorbet) yummy! Everything

Zeer gastvrije, family pub, we kwamen hier aan na een fijne, maar vermoeiende wandeling vanuit Plymouth. Speciaal voor ons eten...

What a lovely evening. Our table wasn’t ready when we arrived, but the staff could not had been more apologetic, and couldn’t do enough for us. We did get sat at a table, we had a lovely view, but were given a choice when the...

Went to the Finneygook for a father's day treat,and what an absolute treat it was.We had two beef roasts, one pork, and a mixed roast with beef,pork and lamb!! Never seen that before and two children's meals.The roasts were beautifully cooked with six vegetables. The...

We just had Sunday Roast at the Finnygook Inn and the food was excellent so tasty and very generous portions sizes. Services was excellent to on arrival we got checked in and walked to our table all the staff are very polite and welcoming. We...

The Beer was top draw, the food was stunning and the staff were second to none. This is a rare find indeed, the staff couldn’t do enough. We were staying local and visited the Inn for an evening meal. I had the steak off the...

Visited the inn with a last minute booking on an extremely busy bank holiday Monday with an 830 table, The waitresses were super attentive warning us of a wait but the reality was less than 15 minutes from order to main. Fish pie was lovely,...

Three adults the table was sticky, I had fish and chips very greasy batter soggy inside chips were awful dried up oven chips , my friends had ham egg and chips eggs glutinous on top chips dried out, ham not good other friend had crab...

We enjoyed lunch today as a birthday treat. Very nice food, well presented and good friendly efficient service. We chose to sit outside in the lovely weather and felt the garden could be spruced up a bit, it looked a bit sad really. Could do...

Loved the atmosphere. Staff is very inviting and friendly. Will absolutely recommend them to anyone. The food was very well prepared and of great quality.

We stayed here for one night while walking the South West Coast Path. The pub is a short walk up the road from the coast path at Portwrinkle. Excellent accommodation, friendly staff, great dinner and breakfast. Particularly recommend the fish pie!

Excellent lunch, good value and helpful staff. I'm Coeliac and they were very well informed about the gluten free options with a wide choice, plus gluten free bread on offer.

The food was delicious, the service very fast, the surroundings were recently updated and very clean. Good value for the money.

Superb evening meal, located a short drive from Torpoint where we were staying. We'll worth the effort as its head and shoulders above anything Torpoint has to offer! Friendly service, good menu and reasonably priced for freshly cooked quality food. Have no hesitation in recommending,...

Had a spontaneous lunch here whilst on holiday. Absolutely beautiful food, scallops off the specials board were delicious. Followed by Lemon Sole Fillet, again absolutely delicious. Husband had battererd fish and chips which again was thoroughly enjoyed. Never really bother with the desert menu but...

Finding the best way to run a pub in 2023 must be like looking for the Higg’s Boson. Or running a small country. A world of distractions can get in the way of simply providing people with a good night out. This Finnygook seems to...

I came today with 13 older people (75-94) for lunch and couldn’t have been more happier with the staff and amazing food. Everyone enjoyed their food and it really put smiles on their faces despite the weather. Thankyou, will be recommending to others and returning...

Once you work out your way in (it's a maze) then a brilliant pub awaits. Great food, Jail Ale absolutely spot on, service great too.

There were 3 of us and we had a delicious lunch. We had our crumble with clotted cream and it was to die for. The two girls serving were delightful

Eat here regularly and never been disappointed about the welcome, the food, the service and the very real value for money. Nothing is ever too much trouble for the staff at table or in the kitchen. Well done Erika and Neil on the high standards...

Stopped for lunch after reading recent reviews and we were very pleased that we did. Service was great and staff were really friendly and helpful, food was probably the best lunch we have had out in a long time. In the warmer weather we will...

I cannot speak highly enough of this pub, and believe me I’ve visited a few in my time!! Enjoyed a three night stay in November, room had a splendid view over the Tamer estuary, fluffy towels in abundance, and spotlessly clean. The food is on...

After visiting for a meal while in the area last year, we'd booked up two more meals this year while staying just down the road in Portwrinkle. Once again, amazing food was had by all of us - I had the chicken katsu curry one...

We have eaten here 3 days running. Lunch & supper. The food is amazing, all 8 dishes were delicious and a great choice of menus to suit all. Our dog was also made to feel very welcome by all the lovely staff and resident dogs...

Fantastic food at the Finny! Well worth a visit and alongside the excellent dinner and dessert (Katsu Curry/Fisherman's Pie/Creme Brulee) they also serve a choice of 3 Cask Ales.

We went for lunch today and what a treat it was. My husband and sister had haddock and chips, huge portions, fresh fish. I had roast lamb. Honestly the best roast I have eaten at a pub. Again huge portion, fresh and plentiful veggie (brocolli,...

Wonderful dining experience. Very friendly welcoming staff and lovely bustling atmosphere despite it being October High quality food, great starters incliding soup and crayfish/crab salad. Good varied menu across mains and desserts. Really enjoyable thank you

Won an auction prize at another local pub for a bottle of wine 4 x adult sunday lunches Booked met our friends at the bar barman welcoming nice drinks shown to table 3 x lamb roasts 1 x beef roast stunning if you get a...

Wonderful pub restaurant. We went multiple times whilst holidaying nearby. Friendly staff and eclectic but delicious menu. Our only request would be for more local beers and wines on the menu. We will be back.

My wife and I were told about this pub by a local lady and the Sunday lunch did not disappoint. This was the best home cooked Sunday lunch we have ever eaten out. Can not wait to return.

Wednesday evening and it was really busy, we could see why. We were seated in the bar area where dogs are welcome and the resident dog trots around minding his own business. The food was amazing, i had scallops and then the mackeral, my husband...

This is a really lovely pub. We can’t comment on the previous review from dog owners, but we booked with our dog who was made very welcome and there were a lot of other dogs enjoying the pub! The welcome was warm and friendly, the...

Popped in today for a late lunch, we were actually too late for lunch but they accommodated us anyway. Lovely food, good portions and very well presented. Wouldn’t hesitate to eat here again and would highly recommend.

There are cheaper places to eat in the area, but I doubt there are any better ones. The food was tasty and well presented but it's not fast food. I had pea and ham soup which has a small amount of chile to offset the...

After being recommended here we tried to book for lunch after our 4 hour drive. As we had a dog they refused us a table. I can’t comment on service nor food but we were upset as we were starving and couldn’t believe our dog...

Spent a wonderful evening with our family at the Finnygook. We all had different dishes and all were well presented and beautifully cooked. The staff were friendly and efficient. We will definitely be visiting them again.

I had a surf and turf which was a special, the lobster was delicious and cooked perfectly, the steak really was almost melt in the mouth. Be sure to book early, if you try the food here you will realise why booking is essential. Beautiful...

Wow, what a wonderful restaurant! We visited Finnygook 3 times during a week visit to Portwrinkle as the food and service were unbeatable. Staff were so friendly and couldn't do more to please. The food was of top quality, we tried different food every visit...

Perfect food lovely place to be friendly and warm staff food quality was superb good value for money well worth a visit well recommend this place.

Excellent friendly staff, very attentive even when busy. Good selection of food choices on the menu. Perfect atmosphere both inside and outside. Dog friendly. This place must be lovely in the winter too.

Amazing overall experience! Room 3 and 4 are dog friendly and have the best views and huge bathrooms. Staff are top notch and food was 5 stars!

Absolutely lovely pub, food was outstanding and the staff where brilliant, friendly and very polite. They let us add 2 extra people to the booking at late notice and couldn't have been more welcoming. If we are ever in the area again I wouldn't hesitate...

We booked dinner at the pub mainly because we were new the area and this seemed to be the easiest location from our hotel (the Liscawn) and it had really good reviews! What a pleasant surprised it was to realise that all the great reviews...

Came in for impromptu Sunday lunch. We were sat in one of the restaurant areas in a lovely bustling pub. The atmosphere was great and staff were brilliant - so friendly and attentive! We ordered starters and the pat was one of the best I’ve...

Had dinner here last week, lucky to get a table as a walk in, advise to book. Views from the restaurant amazing , tables well spaced out and the service was attentive. We had the seafood cocktail and homemade chicken liver pate, chicken with katsu...

Can remember the old Finnygook Inn before the fire & hadn't been back since it had re-opened so not sure what to expect The rebuild is stunning & the food even better than it was before.I had the chilli beef nachos & my partner the...

11 of us for dinner last night and every meal was delicious, very rare with such a large group! Crab and prawn cocktail was amazing and all the mains too, all too stuffed for pudding! Staff were brilliant, efficient and friendly, lovely atmosphere in the...

Nice restaurant with lovely, tasty food and a great view. Friendly, accommodating staff. Well worth a visit.

the food and service is 5 star, the best we have had all week- don’t miss out on this gem but book well in advance!

What a great pub. The food was some of the finest we’ve had on an extended trip (the lobster and duck were both cooked to perfection), the service helpful and friendly and the rooms large and comfortable. The breakfast was very good as well, so...

Went for dinner; had the Scallops and the Dirty Burger. Both were done brilliantly! Nice selection of Ales; friendly staff; reasonable prices. Thank you.

Very indifferent welcome from a young member of staff and also same sort of attitude from the barmaid. To be expected nowadays I guess. Room ok, but nothing special. Evening meal ok. Breakfast seemed a bit overpriced. No yogurts or fresh fruit just the basic...

Excellent food… great size portions. Super friendly staff and our waitress was very friendly and helpful. Made us feel very welcome. No chicken on the menu but we did find alternatives. The only negative was the amount of flies hovering around, I’d advise to not...

Family birthday meal. We arrived in the lower car park which is the utility end of things so wasn’t the best introduction to the Finny. The inside is much smarter with a laid-vibe and a warm welcome from the team. I loved the bookcase of...

Great food, great view, great service, great pub. Beautiful location near the beautiful coast. I live 20 mins drive away, this is superb. What more do you want? Recommended wholeheartedly.

We were a group of four men walking the coast path. Rooms were spotless, spacious and modern. Excellent food with plenty of choice. Best for me was the rice pudding with boozy cherries-delicious! Very pleasant well trained staff. Great bar with friendly locals and dogs...

We couldn’t call the pub from a neighbouring village as there is no service so I emailed them. No reply. We went in and the pub was empty. The lovely lady went into ask the chef if we could book a table for 4 and...

My family and I always enjoy the food here, it is more than just pub fare. I highly recommend the burgers but my kids can't get enough of the scallops.

Excellent food - scallops and prawn cocktail were particularly good. Fish and chips and nachos were very big in portion size but very tasty. A very nice red lunch

We regularly eat here. Lunch, Dinner and Sunday lunch. We have been coming for many years. Top notch food, friendly staff and owner. Log fire, a proper old Cornish pub. Definitely recommend it. The food is locally sauced from Cornwall. Walk along the beach at...

We stayed in one of their superior rooms, which was extremely comfortable, with a wonderful view down across the valley and over to Dartmoor, which was sensational! The room was large with an en-suite, very little noise from other people staying. We took our spaniel,...

We stayed in Crafthole for a mini Christmas break and the Finnygook is a fabulous local pub. Erica and Neil do a fabulous job and we really enjoyed spending time here having a few Christmas bevvies along with quite a few games of pool. The...

We booked for Sunday lunch on 12th December to give us a break on route from Penzance to Plymouth. We parked at the back of the building so were slightly bemused by the look of the place especially as were given the impression, when booking,...

Had the pleasure of staying at the finny, lovely rooms done to a high standard. Amazing views. Erica and Neil go out of their way to make you feel welcome and the food is top notch. Definitely recommend to anyone visiting the area or passing...

What has happened to the lovely food you used to serve ? We came in this evening and were told to pay some staff dressed as Elves and choose what we wanted. For £20.00.we had a mediocre small carton of mac cheese and chilli and...

This pub is definitely the place to be - early evening on a Saturday and the bar area was packed with family groups and by mid evening the large dining room was also really busy! It's not surprising though as the service was excellent and...

Very welcoming and staff were attentive. A lot of history to the pub itself. Great to see they boast locally sourced produce including line caught fish from the local beach. We had the fish pie and Sweet Potato Curry, both excellent. Would definitely return next...