Fishermans Arms in Cornwall, Isles of Scilly

What a lovely friendly pub. The staff were very helpful and couldn’t do enough for us. We ate there most nights of our stay. The pizzas are amazing and the Sunday lunch is out of this world. There was a singsong on the Sunday night, and we were made to feel very welcome. Thank you very much to all the staff for your attention, it made our holiday memorable.

We had one of the best Sunday lunches that we have had in a while, followed by four great evening meals while we stayed in Gollant, tasty and good value with friendly staff in a pretty village,which is lucky to have such a lovely pub with such good meals, 5 stars. Only negative were the very yappy small dogs in the evening service. Please, if your dogs are yappy or misbahaved leave them at home and don't spoil everyone's meals with your growly, yappy needy dogs.

Great pub and super little place for a nice meal with a view of the river . Not much parking so get there early. Staff friendly and helpful.

The warmest welcome, top service and great food! Can’t wait to return to this beautiful setting for more top hospitality, with so much on offer. Highly recommend in every way.

Came here with my partner on the 18/1/24. What a lovely evening. With brilliant service, and amazing food! Can not fault at all.

Stopped by today for a Sunday roast. Brilliant atmosphere and food. staff was very friendly and helpful and is a great little pub tucked away down Golant. Will will definitely return again.

Such a nice pub with friendly staff and great food. Nice walk if you’re staying in Fowey. Definitely worth a visit. Dogs welcome too !

Quaint, friendly local pub with the classics you'd expect. Expansive menu and lots of specials and the likes of a Wednesday curry night and pizzas in the evening as well as the menus you can find online. Chicken balti curry, chicken and pancetta pie (great pastry!), scampi & chips and crispy chicken wings and cheesy chips all thoroughly enjoyed. Vegan treacle tart and Christmas pudding with brandy custard also super tasty. Outside area with the river view looks lovely and is big for the warmer months. Super convenient if you book a holiday rental in Golant and recommend a visit if you are staying nearby in Fowey etc. Woodland walk available up behind the houses too. Dogs allowed in the bar area to the left.

Good spot. Parking could be a problem. Lovely open fire.

Welcoming atmosphere, excellent food & local beer. Make sure you pop in for a bite and a drink or three

Delicious food. Great Staff. Amazing location!

Great little, proper old pub. The service was great and we were made to feel very welcome. The food was really good. It was a wet and windy Thursday evening so quite quiet but those who were there had a great time. It's in a lovely spot on the River Fowey (Foy for non-locals) so when it's daytime, it's got quite a view also. Thank you.

We spent three nights in Golant, an idyllic Cornish village, right on the estuary, we ate there every day and we were never disappointed. The fish on Friday was fresh, chips delicious and homemade tartar sauce with mushy peas for £12, outstanding, the beer and choices of gin good too. The second evening it was deep fried squid followed by pies that were full and rich and no soggy bottom! Sunday lunch was the highlight though: rump of lamb, perfectly pink for my wife and a trio of meats for me, each cooked as I would want them with crispy potatoes, generous veg and roats potatoes, the ginger pudding almost finished us off! You can tell the chef cares and cooks to impress. So the food and drink were great but it is actually the atmosphere, the locals (who know they have a good thing and support it) and the quick and friendly service overseen by Nick and his parents who are stars. It is really lovely here, almost like being on the set of a film, hospitable, welcoming and warm in every sense. Highly recommended. Thank you Nick and staff.

We spent three nights in Golant, an idyllic Cornish village, right on the estuary, we ate there every day and we were never disappointed. The fish on Friday was fresh, chips delicious and homemade tartar sauce with mushy peas for £12, outstanding, the beer and choices of gin good too. The second evening it was deep fried squid followed by pies that were full and rich and no soggy bottom! Sunday lunch was the highlight though: rump of lamb, perfectly pink for my wife and a trio of meats for me, each cooked as I would want them with crispy potatoes, generous veg and roats potatoes, the ginger pudding almost finished us off! You can tell the chef cares and cooks to impress. So the food and drink were great but it is actually the atmosphere, the locals (who know they have a good thing and support it) and the quick and friendly service overseen by Nick and his parents who are stars. It is really lovely here, almost like being on the set of a film, hospitable, welcoming and warm in every sense. Highly recommended. Thank you Nick and staff.

We had an evening meal here. The food was high quality and the atmosphere was friendly.

We were staying just up the road from The Fisherman’s Arms, and were very pleasantly surprised with this place. Everything was just perfect, the staff were very friendly, we were made to feel very welcome, even getting recommendations on places to visit on our trip (our golden retriever Lilly also got a lot of attention and treats!). Food was absolutely top notch, we had the prawn special, which were fresh and tasty, followed by a very well stocked fish pie and a delicious chicken special. Excellent selection of beers on tap too!

Visited over the past few days. Brilliant location. Excellent beer and food. Couldn’t praise it enough.

Found on TripAdvisor and can honestly say this is the best roast beef Sunday lunch I've had in years in a pub. It was absolutely beautifully cooked and the accompanying veg and potatoes were all spot on. The service and welcoming was second to none.and we will most certainly be returning when next on holiday in Cornwall.

I can highly recommend The Fisherman’s Arms in Golant. The food is great and very good value for money. The staff could not be friendlier and do their utmost to make sure that you have everything that you need. I would definitely advise to book a table in advance as whilst it is the only pub in this small village it gets extremely busy which is a testament to how good it is.

We went to the Fisherman's Arms on Sunday 8th and then again on Thursday 12th of October with our 3 dogs. The first time we visited the atmosphere was amazing. The food was incredible. The nut roast was made to perfection. My wife had the pork and said it was very well cooked. Our puddings were very good. I had the brownie which was lovely and gooey in the middle. It was the perfect size. My wife had the waffle which was very good. The second time we visited was for our last night in Cornwall. I had pizza with cheesy garlic ciabatta which was very good. And my fine had the ham egg and chips. We had pudding which consisted of waffle again and I had the vegan chocolate tart which was the right level of chocolatyness. In both visits the staff were very friendly and intentive. They enjoyed giving the dogs treats and made us feel welcome. I would definitely visit again when we come back to Cornwall in the future.

Sehr gutes und bekömmliches es bei besonders freundlichem Service und Gästen.

The most beautiful friendly pub both staff and locals. Food is excellant local produce and great value for money highly Recommended

This character filled pub in the picturesque village of Golant never fails to deliver. The atmosphere is warm and friendly and the food is delicious, well presented and good value. The use of local produce made choice difficult as I wanted it all particularly the mussels! We ate here several times on our recent visit to the area and were highly satisfied by the standard of food and welcome - I just wish I lived nearer

Drove out parked by. the lagoon from the river, warm day with sunshine so sat outside at a table over looking the lagoon, ordered the fish and chips and the lemon sole with stuffed mushroom and the prawns for starters. Very well presented, and the taste was wonderful on all of the dishes all washed down with a local ale. We will definitely be going again and again, lovely a quiet, a bit off the beaten track down a road that goes no where else.

Traditional waterfront pub with a covered/heated deck overlooking the River Fowey.

Sitting in the beer garden with beautiful scenery.

The man behind the bar was very friendly, it had a local atmosphere but we were treated very kindly as holidaymakers. Food was amazing and there was parking right outside.

Food was amazing and we were warmly welcomed.

Not many places seem to open on a Sunday evening but the Fisherman's sure did. We received a great welcome from the landlord and his staff. The beer and wine were good and we had a hearty meal, the Steak and Ale pie was a hit. Nice to be in a traditional pub. As others have said, beware the high tide times. When it is in, it completely covers Water Lane at the front of the pub. One car had to be rescued. There is parking on the side at the pub but it is limited, I believe there is a larger car park at the end of Water Lane that does not flood.

A hidden gem great food and service lovely people don’t miss out on this one 👍

We have just stayed In Golant for a week. What a great pub! Excellent food and drink at fair prices served by friendly staff with superb views out over the river and countryside. Very happy to highly recommend and will definitely return.

Had a superb meal watching the river...homemade steak and ale pie was yummy

Lovely little gem we found on the way to polruan.

We were made very welcome at this lovely pub and the food was outstanding & reasonably priced. Highly recommended.

Lovely place, will be returning again soon for more of their menu, reasonably priced drink and food

Really enjoyable Sunday roast. Lovely gravy and Yorkshires. Was very lucky to grab a last table.

I drove 818 miles from Hamburg/Germany to Golant to discover this lovely place and the exceptional pub. It has everthing you are looking for: wonderful and likeable people, delicious food and drinks...what else should you expect - i've forgotten: the extraordinary view from the terrace. Thank you all for unforgettable evenings in your pub during my holidays. For sure I will drive again these miles to return. I found my place! Wilfried

As the saying goes, you never get a second chance to make a first impression. We rented a cottage in Golant ( first time ) and had plans to eat in The Fisherman’s Arms both nights. After a long hot walk on the first day we called in for a drink. The man behind the bar ( wearing jeans,braces and a baseball cap) served me. There was no interaction whatsoever and he just poured the drinks. I wasn’t expecting an in depth conversation,but something might have been nice. I asked to see a menu for that evening which prompted ‘have you booked ?’ I hadn’t,but thought a Tuesday early evening there was a chance 2 of us could squeeze in somewhere. Bearing in mind the pub advertises the kitchen closes at 8.30 pm he had to ask Chef if he would do 2 meals at 8.00pm……a swift answer No was the response. So that was the end of our interaction. We sat outside,finished our drinks feeling pretty fed up about the attitude and complete disregard for customer care……seems previous reviews about the management of this pub were correct. Instead we went to the nearby farm shop bought some quality ingredients and cooked for ourselves. As for any future business in this establishment…..no chance.

Kayaked from Fowey to the Fisherman's Arms and enjoyed a nice round of food and drinks. Friendly service too :)

Lovely service, delicious home made food, great views and peaceful surroundings.

As good a pub as you will find north of ghe equator.

We arrived as a group of 6 for a 1230 lunch and had taken a hire boat up from Fowey as the tide was favourable. We were shown our table and ordered drinks without issue. After ordering a range of starters and mains, the starters arrived in a timely manner. The food was decent but nothing special. I ordered another round of drinks at the bar and it was noticeable how slow the service had become. Another table had arrived late and they were dealt with rather curtly (more of that later) which led to the staff explaining service would be difficult as they were busy. The restaurant was not full so I was surprised to hear this. At 1430 our mains had still not arrived (we were prompt with our arrival and ordering) and on enquiring, I received a brief apology and a statement that our meals were next on the pass. At 1445 I had to telephone our hire boat contact to explain we would be late arriving back and I became concerned that our mooring would be left high on the outgoing tide. Other tables around us were also waiting on their orders and were treated to a rather half-hearted apology. The late arriving table finally received their order which they must have placed at least 45 minutes after we ordered. I had to go and move my boat which had been left semi beached and it was on my return that our order had finally arrived, circa 1500. Frankly, whatever arrived was spoilt by the unfeasibly long delay but, being objective, it was decent. We had to consume our food, get the bill and leave before the tide left us completely cut off. On receiving the bill I was given an apology but no explanation as to why it would take 2 and a half hours to deliver 6 main course meals. Throughout the whole experience I felt like our custom wasn't valued, that the staff were dis-organised (in the case of one of the male staff, very surly to all customers) and that no-one was taking control of running service. I might have been unlucky but this level of service is unacceptable on any occasion and there can be no excuse when tables arrive after you, are then served and leave before even receiving your food. Staff thinking a simple "sorry about that" will suffice when you spend £300 is not acceptable so I decided against laving any tip. If other guests are getting the same experience then you know something is wrong. Sorry Fisherman's Arms but you're beautiful views and ok food don't make up for the very poor wait time and service.

Buffet by the boats recommended.

A fantastic evening watching the Golant Maddness raft race, standing on the pub Terrance at a very high tide , looking over the estuary on a beautiful, calm summer evening after storm Antonio had passed during the day. A busy evening with lovely bbq on the terrace, excellent chicken pitta ! Yummmmmy and Thatchers Haze.🍻

Another place that seem's to begrudge having customers! Maybe the wrong staff or land lord

We hired a boat and took a trip down the river fowey, we moored the boat and walked along to this lovely little pub for food and drinks . What a delight , very accommodating and food cooked fresh . One of the best lunches we have had . Menu was varied and reasonably priced . We sat inside , but there was lovely area outside overlooking the river fowey . Would highly recommend this pub for food and we will be returning on our next visit to Fowey.

Fabulous place! Such a warm welcome from Nick and the team and the food is just amazing! We enjoyed many lunches and dinners here during our week in Golant and wish this was our local! Thank you for keeping us fed and watered all week and we will be back!

Just had lunch at the Fishermans Alms which was excellent. We did the 3 mile walk from Fowey to Golant along the Saints Way. You can drive from Fowey in about 10 minutes and then there is free parking. The Pub is dog friendly and has a lot of seating outside. The menu is quite extensive which is not always a good sign but the kitchen carry it off very well, from fresh Crab sandwiches to excellent Curries. The staff and service were excellent, well worth the trip from Fowey to have a varied menu.

Wonderful pub great food and service with a smile. Lovely views out onto the Fowey estuary will definitely visit again

Gorgeous village pub on the banks of the river. Watch it for high tide as the road can flood. The food was lovely, staff very friendly. We're going back for tea. X

What a lovely little pub!!! Myself, my husband & 3 SEN children are on holiday in Cornwall. We found this pub when we were looking for somewhere to eat. We were made to feel very welcome as soon as we entered. A lovely table outside overlooking the boats was where we were sat. Food choices were great! Kids actually found something they each liked. The chef sent out the children’s food first which we thought was such a lovely gesture. We could not fault the quality of the food, my husband even said it was the best burger he had eaten! My son adored the ladies behind the bar which is massive since he doesn’t like new people normally. We left a well deserved tip for the chef & thanked everyone. The kids even hugged the lady I assume is the landlady. 100% recommend here!!!!!

Quaint pub, lovely setting, good food, ate outside in a marquee so no idea of facilties etc. Very pleasant staff.

Excellent, the staff, location and food are all top to us. Very dog friendly and delicious specials as well as normal pub grub.

Friendly, unpretentious pub with great character. The owners were lovely and warm people and the food was very nice.

Wow, wow, wow. Our table was outside overlooking the river. Perfect on a sunny day Absolutely brilliant alternative Sunday lunch, ploughman's pick and mix. 2 sizes I had small which was loads with beef. Ham, develled eggs, the best quiche I have ever had. Coleslaw,...

Lovely waterside location friendly staff

It's a very nice pub, clean, friendly staff. The food was really nice too. Great place to go especially if there's something going on in the village!

Absolutely gorgeous pub with great food, good selection and fantastic service

I do not usually write reviews but I felt compelled, following my experience at this establishment yesterday (Sunday, 25th June 2023). Now for starters, I appreciate how difficult it has been and continues to be for Public House; however, in an industry suffering the impacts...

This is the second time visiting here. The first time was a couple of years ago, I thought it was great, and then this time, it was even better. I tried a local cider, but it was amazing . The staff here are ultra friendly and go out of their way to help. We took our dog with us, and within five minutes, all the staff knew his name. And brought him a doggy treat. I highly recommend the fisherman's arms.

Lovely place to eat and enjoy the view. Wonderful hosts , very helpful with my ageing mother.

I love love love this pub! We live in St Ives where there are so many places to eat but we have stayed in Golant twice now and there is no pub as good as this for food where we live. The staff are also...

Loved the Fisherman’s Arms. Good food. Proper pub. Fantastic views

Beautiful spot right on the river. Friendly helpful staff. Food was really fresh and really well cooked. Will definately go back if up that way again.

Excellent food, service and price

Salad freshly prepared, lasagne very tasty. All meals ordered were spot on and portions good. After recent disappointing meals out in what was our regular favourites it was brilliant to finally enjoy a meal out.

Super location and nice atmosphere But the food let my visit down. I had the “special” Cajun Chicken Caesar Salad “ which was below average just lettuce with a bit of Caesar dressing and the chicken that’s it! I could have done better and I’m certainly not a chef. My wife had Scampi and chips which was nice but the chips were over cooked. Regards starters I had a pint of shell on prawn’s which were good but my wife had Creamy Garlic mushrooms which turned out to be deep fried battered mushrooms with a pot of mayonnaise. Not impressed at all so think I’ll give it a miss for a while. Location 5 ⭐️ Food 2⭐️

Staying in the area for holiday and called in on Morris dancing night. It was excellent. Followed this with a live band, local beer festival and BBQ a few days later, brilliant. Very friendly landlord and great atmosphere, obviously working very hard to enhance a...

Standard pub food nothing special. A bit dayed

Lovely old pub overlooking the River Fowey. Plenty of outside seating including some under cover so you can enjoy the beautiful views. Dog friendly with lots of water bowls provided. Visited for lunch and found the menu had a good selection of both hot and cold dishes as well as snacks and sides. Something for everyone and a nice selection for vegetarians to choose from. Prices are reasonable too. There are also specials to choose from. Staff are friendly and helpful. Will definitely be back. Booking advised if you do plan to visit during the high tourist season. Lovely lunch. Thank you 😊

What a cracking, traditional pub in Golant overlooking the River Fowey. Perfect in every way. We had lunch with the most amazing Cornish pasties and 'the best' salad. Served by a lovely lady and chef, very friendly. The menu is comprehensive, so much to choose from with a nice selection of ales. With plenty of undercover outside seating too. We will most definitely be back

Good choice of vegan food as well as non vegan food, good service and great location

Lovely location and views. Excellent food.

Didn't stay long, but very peaceful spot. Misses the evening sun unfortunately

Lovely spot,a short drive from Fowey. The staff were very friendly and we had a yummy lunch, sat outside in the sun.

The Sunday roast was the best thing we’ve had in ages. The beef was melt in the mouth & plenty of vegetables…..plus an extra jug of gravy!! A must to try - well done chef ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Good food. Reasonable prices. Polite hostess. Advise booking as quite small. Dogs welcome one end . Plenty outdoor space if weather fair.

Staying just up the road so we booked a Sunday roast. We both had the mixed roast and vegetables plus pudding, coffee and a few drinks. The food was excellent, the service was great, the staff were friendly and the atmosphere was busy but calm....

A fantastic location on the riverside above Fowey.. Had a great evening meal with friends at sensible prices. Food was very very good. Only a small riverside pub, a hidden secret, staff exceptional Its so on the river that the road outside is tidal !!...

It's local, good beer, good food by English pub standards. Cheerful. Great location. Recommended. Update March 2023: Still impressed with the quality of the fare, the food is prepared with obvious pride and attention to detail. The Fishermans Arms is a funky out of the way delight in this hidden little corner of Cornwall with a menu that is suprisingly broad and accomodating. Tip: the fries are divine, as good as I've tasted anywhere. Upgraded from 4 to 5 stars from my previous review of 3 years ago.

Really nice atmosphere, very welcoming and awesome outdoor seating area with a lovely view. Food was amazing and also reasonably priced, perfect after a long day of walking.

A delight to return here - had a delicious Sunday lunch having walked down to Fowey & back beforehand & staying nearby. Very well looked after by all the staff with perfectly cooked food and attentive service.

Excellent village pub in great position near the Fowey river. Friendly, relaxed and very pleasant...

We had an amazing Sunday lunch with friends and our Boxer dog, Luna. The food was fantastic. The service was great and we were made to feel very welcome. The vegetables were cooked perfectly and the meat was wonderful. We all agreed it was one...

Very Very good food and a nice warming atmosphere

The welcome we received when we arrived was exactly the kind of warm and friendly reception you’d hope for in a rustic, charming country pub such as this. All of the staff were attentive, helpful and couldn’t do enough for us throughout the meal. The...

Fisherman’s Arms team again delivered cheerful welcome and excellent Sunday lunch. One of the few pubs I am comfortable visiting as a single woman. Highly recommended.

We visited here for dinner as a family. Even though it was mid January they had a full and varied menu including plenty of vegetarian and vegan options. The food was outstanding! The meals were big and so delicious. The atmosphere was lovely with an...

Came in on a quiet January Saturday night, we both had sublime steak and ale pies (one of the best we'd ever had, good pastry and gravy), followed by delicious cheesecakes. Keltek Phoenix on tap a bonus as well.

Amazing time at the fisherman’s arms! My friends and I went earlier today and had amazing food with fantastic service. We highly recommend all of the food. Fantastic vegan options too. Would recommend to everyone! Plus was great eating to old school shakira !

Great pub, great food, great atmosphere, great staff and friendly locals…..what’s not to love!! Can’t wait to go back.

Great village pub with views of the river

A genuinely dog friendly pub, really friendly staff and a fantastic range of local ales which are only topped by the awesome food on offer. I would have taken photos the food was too tasty to let go cold.... we had the fish pie and...

We did a circular walk from the car park, and the pub was suggested as a good place to go before heading back to our vehicle. We had a fantastic meal followed by coffee will definitely visit again when nearby ❤️❤️❤️

The food was excellent, good portions & all cooked to order. We bought two steak & Ale pies to bring home. Just had them & boy they were so delicous, full of good quality steak wrapped in beautiful short crust pastry. Very large & yummy....

Lovely friendly pub with great views and one of the best Sunday roasts I've eaten in years !!

We love this place and have eaten here many times outside overlooking the river – a view I never tire of, but it was now time to sample the Sunday Roast! We were shown to our table and given menus. £12 for a small roast,...

What a great location this village pub has. It overlooks the beautiful estuary. The staff are very friendly with many local tips on the area. The menu is extensive and our lunch choices were both good. Great chips! We are returning for Sunday lunch which...

Whilst staying in Polruan this week we wanted to find a quaint village pub with good food locally. Read the reviews on Fisherman’s Arms and thought we would try it. We were so glad we did! This is a real “locals” pub, with such a...

Highly recommend this pub! Stunning food, super friendly staff and beautiful views! Great personal service (not like a cattle market) in a traditional Cornish pub. Thank you so much guys.