Fishermans Arms Pub in Cornwall, Isles of Scilly

Very expensive for very average meals

We thought we were visiting a top end restaurant so booked for special occasion. When we arrived, we were initially ignored then seated near the door. We waited 15 mins for someone to come and serve us. We took this time to choose our food. The bored manager came over and told us that the veggie curry I had ordered was sold out, as was the pork belly my husband had chosen additional they had no chips. There was only one other veggie dish which appeared to the left over Christmas option. I was unable to eat this as I am allergic to beetroot. We asked if the chef could cook anything else veggie, to be told no. Surely in a restaurant of the standard, the chef could have knocked up an omelette. We surmised that the food was all pre prepared and just heated. The manager did not seem bothered at all and said ‘stock issues’. We had to leave. Very disappointing, had better experience at Subway. I reluctantly gave one star as no stars is not an option.

Having read the reviews of the Fisherman’s Arms we could not resist and booked for dinner. Great atmosphere, even the quieter restaurant area upstairs. A good pint and glass of white wine with some fantastic food. Catch of the Day was lemon sole served with new potatoes and broccoli. A very full dish but the sole was so lite it was a perfect dish. The young man that served us was very attentive, very informative and of great character.

First visit to this establishment, during a short break spending time with family who live locally, a very pleasant establishment, however with so many people in a small space, with a log burning fire, I was absolutely burning, I can't judge the owners for this though, as I'm someone who wears shorts and a t-shirt all year round. But even by my standards this felt excessively stuffy, and is the only reason I can't give a 5 star, I'm sure normal people won't have any issues with the climate, otherwise an all round place, I might use the outdoor seating area on my next visit if my associates are willing

Delicious 😋 food and staff lovely 😍 Beautiful christmas lights overlooking the harbour, with a great atmosphere 😀

Ordered 2 steaks @£28 a plate. I would have expected good quality meat at that price. The sauce was a bit watery but my main gripe was about the quality of the steak. I gave feedback to the waiter who was very polite. He offered and did deduct 20% off the bill. My main gripe is he didn't take on board my feedback and said they were having issues with the butcher. My reply was get another butcher. I love this pub and wish it well but unfortunately the consistency of providing good food and service isn't consistent. We had good service and poor food last night Previously we had good food and poor service. Twice we have had great food and great service. Would I recommend it to people? Not at the moment until they up their game. Newlyn is getting very competitive with regards to eating out. There are plenty of alternatives so it's down to customers where they choose to eat. Personally I hope this place gets it's act together. It has an amazing location and view and should be able to take advantage and become one of Cornwall's premier restaurants. . I hope all goes well for you moving forward .

Stayed in Newlyn for 1 night and so glad we visited here. Walked through the nice bar downstairs to go up to the restaurant which looks over the harbour. The fish on the menu was obviously very fresh and the Lemon Sole we had will be remembered for a long time. The service and atmosphere was very good and after dinner we went downstairs to the bar for more drinks. Next time we visit Newlyn this place will be top of the list.

Beautiful food. Beautiful service Had a lovely evening Thank you everyone

Third visit to the Fisherman's Arms, first time taking the dog. Fantastic food, lovely atmosphere- cannot recommend the Sunday dinner enough. Absolutely delicious!

The pub itself is nice and has a great view over the harbour. Fish pie was tasty, and the scampi was good, but I’ll try somewhere else next time we’re here. The staff were friendly and service good. The roasts are meant to be great but unfortunately we go home on Friday.

Superb meal and service. Lemon sole fillets were delicious and the belly pork was tender and tasty. Well presented with attentive service, we will certainly return. Great choice of menu and amazing views of Mounts Bay.

Perfect location to have a pint looking over the docks front. Incredible view, in such a quiet location. Food menu looked delicious l, but I wasn't ready to eat! A shame really.

We stumbled in after a harrowing day of rain and a flat tire. The staff and customers could not have been more kind. It was late and close to kitchen closing but they made sure we had a delicious meal of fresh seafood and tasty sides.

Good food and nice environment with great view of the harbour. A tad expensive.

Early afternoon, early quiet. Tribute was top-notch and a lovely view of the harbour.

Had a great time with my family while staying in the arra for a weekend vacation. Lovely food and service, they have a terrace in front of the bay and offer quality food at good prices.

Stopped off here on the way back to Mousehole. Lovely pub, friendly staff and the food and drinks were spot on!

Lovely roast dinner and apple crumble great service really enjoyed it

Lovely view over Newlyn harbour. Good selection of drinks, friendly staff.

Great service. The food was a high standard for a pub. My wife had the scallops and cauliflower cheese! I had the roast beef.

Great food and good service, what more could you want! Fish of the day was great!

Great selection of Tarquins gin and Rattlers cider, lovely food, nice outside seating area

We both enjoyed our Sunday roast dinner, I had the beef & my husband had pork, both were excellent . The food was hot & delicious. The service was efficient & friendly. Couldn't fault it thank you .

Loved stopping at this little spot after sailing. The staff were friendly and the food was yummy. I would recommend ordering the lobster best I’ve had in a while.

Beautiful atmosphere and surroundings, perfect views, friendly efficient service, and some of the best cooked food we have had in a long while, we had the steak from the specials and it was cooked to perfection. Highly recommend

Soup starter good as was houmous and salt and pepper squid: main course pork belly and sausage and mash and linguine mains decidedly average: service was good though

The food is good albeit expensive for what it is. I made a complaint that the selection of bread was not a selection but just toasted bread! No real response from staff! Just something for management to consider, on warm nights when the bifold windows are open the smell of the smokers outside comes into the bar where we were eating… we found this really off putting!!! I can recommend the honey chipolatas on the starter menu which were delicious. The restaurant accepts dogs in the bar but they are not allowed in the main restaurant upstairs. Overall I would recommend but please reconsider smokers on the terrace!

Good tasty food very friendly staff

Extortionate prices for frozen food warmed up. And even then it wasn’t warmed up very well. Don’t bother wasting your money there.

Good food, light airy and clean pub with excellent sea views. Tip top service from Harrison. Thank you for a lovely afternoon guys.

We visit the area every year trying nice eatery venues but unfortunately this place well and truly under delivered. It all started when the food came to our table, then after some time waiting for the remainder of our meals to arrive they were taken away from us. Informing another table had ordered 'exactly' the same as us, hmmmm - there was five us, one child - exactly the same? Small apology made, then after a considerable amount of time our food came to us, which we all thought had been sat under the hot plate as it didn't seem freshly cooked. We informed the waitress about this asking to pass the message onto the duty manager and more so the expensive craw fish which was incredibly chewy. No sign of them at all as we were upstairs and suppose out of the way to make any further comment. When coming to pay, we mentioned it again at the bar and nothing was said, not even an apology but happily took the money before we headed out. Such a shame we were treated in this manner as the place is nice inside with lovely views. The staff need to care more about their customers!

I have had such a lovely time today, was my first experience going in for me and my partners late anniversary dinner, the food was delicious and great fast service. Great staff and menu. Will definitely recommend and will definitely go again. Thanks again for an outstanding visit. The views are incredible too.

Great food, friendly service and nice views

Lovely place, set over looking the harbour. The food was of a great standard & reasonable in price. The staff were polite & friendly. They explained it was bar service, which given that they were very quiet when we visited I thought was maybe a little lax. Other than that I cannot fault the place

Nice food, local fish and seafood.

We had a wonderful romantic evening... The restaurant has a fantastic visit... The staff are very kind and professional.... The place is very nice and the food fantastic! What can I say.... If you can, go here to eat!

Excellent pub. Lovely food and lovely service. Thank you Ellie and the girls x

Great service from the staff and you really felt the customers came firs. Great ambiance The food and wine were of a high standard in our opinion so much so we went a few times during our one week holiday.

I loved it here! I don’t usually like pubs, I find them quite intimidating to be honest but this one was so nice. Everyone was friendly but not in an over the top way and the food was delicious. I had the halloumi burger which i’ve never tried before as I thought it would be too cheesy, but it was actually amazing. I wish I had found this pub sooner on our Cornwall trip as I definitely would have returned! Parking in the nearby car park was a pain as there wasn’t any spaces but we were able to park okay outside the pub.

Fantastic time and meal for my in laws 70th birthday meal. Really friendly and accommodating staff, delicious, good quality food, and great atmosphere. Top drawer and will definitely visit again. Dog friendly for those with furries and a lovely glass veranda overlooking the harbour. Even inside they had bifold windows so we could see out and soak up our surroundings. Thank you fisherman's arms.

Excellent meal with great service and a fantastic view from the balcony. Arrived early evening on a Saturday and was able to get a good table, but imagine it may be better to book at peak times.

Amazing food and service I googled best restaurant in Newlyn and Fisherman’s arms came up They were not wrong and all our meals were lovely - sole fllets, fish pie, a veg curry and crawfish Desserts of crumble of the day and melt in the mouth chocolate fondant We were tabled in the bar as the restaurant full (good sign for a Monday night) and it was great - not noisy and fullbof lovely locals Definitely recommend to anyone wanting authentic Cornish food Thankyou

Gr8 views..and food..and excellent cold beers.staff are amazing...

Friendly staff, quick service and delicious fish and chips. The view is also spectacular.

Just stopped for a drink.service was friendly and beautiful view over the harbour.It was busy and a nice atmosphere.Even though I didnt eat the food looked and smelt spot on.

Just a lovely charming pub with great views and a ice cold beer ,I'll be back

Excellent meal here. My 60 year old husband said it was his best fish & chips ever…..& he’s had a few! Dressed crab delicious. Extremely friendly staff. Pub dog friendly, very nice inside, few tables outside with excellent views of Newlyn harbour. Would really recommend

It was a lovely dinner! Fantastic friendly staff

Fantastic pub & restaurant, service was excellent, staff super friendly & food very nice. I had the dark chocolate, blood orange sorbet & homemade honeycomb, wow!

After living in Penzance for so long we finally got a chance to check this place out. Couldn't fault it to be honest, they had Thatchers Rascal on tap which I've never seen before! Very classy inside with plenty of seats outside. Will be stopping for a beer again soon.

Perfect spot, with the harbour just across the road. Super meals and friendly staff.

Great service, good staff who understand hospitality. Amazing views, we really enjoyed our meals.

A lovely pub in a great setting overlooking Newlyn harbour with Penzance Bay beyond. Excellent food and good beers served by friendly staff.

Called in here with a large party, they asked us to pre order our food which is more than understandable. This meant we were served quickly and the order was correct, great quality food with great service! Recommend to anyone who is in the area to call in, and like most good establishments in the area they allow dogs! Will be calling again next year when we are down there!

Wonderful fish and chips looking out over the harbour.

A great pub with good beers and a beautiful view The service is friendly and accommodating.

Great cider, best fish n chips ever (Fridays), nice view over the harbour

Very disappointing evening meal. The roast pork and cauliflower cheese was good but the rest of the food appeared to be reheated from lunch time, very salty and swimming in gravy.

Great pub lovely food and staff

Great portions fantastic service can't wait to go again

Not the most inspiring building for this great position on the harbour but you come here for the food. This is beautifully cooked fresh by a chef who is clearly top of his job. The wide basic menu is supplemented by a menu of about six very special dishes. I doubt if there anywhere else as good for lunch as two other local recommended venues only start at 5.30pm. Quiet atmosphere, half way between a restaurant and a cafe, not a pub in spite of its name. We'll worth a visit.

Very nice, comfortable pub overlooking Newlyn harbour. Nice menu and good service.

Popped in on the off chance of finding good food.... and we did. Thank you for tasty fish and chips, and mussels with gluten free bread. Lovely atmosphere, staff and obviously view over fishing harbour was a bonus.

Had the Sunday roast and was not disappointed. Food and service was top notch. Thank you

Great pub quiz. All staff are amazing

Good location, nice staff, good service. Just a tad expensive

Food was delicious. Beef was quite fatty and £20+ for a roast is steep but delicious.

Nothing to fault with the place. Service excellent Fish and chips very good Mussels delightful

We have been a few times for both lunch and dinner. Every time the staff have welcomed us with warmth and good advice, as I require gluten free food. Great choice of wine, beer etc, and the food menu is a delight. Specials every day I believe, and meals served well and fresh. Chef always helpful to my gluten free requirements. Downstairs and upstairs seating, inside and outside. Awesome views of the Newlyn Harbour.... wow! Cant wait to go again when we visit Cornwall.

My girlfriend and I came here for roast dinner )I had pork and she had the vegetarian option) as was highly recommended by friends. It did not disappoint. Service was fantastic, had a lovely booth upstairs in the restaurant but there is a dog friendly bar area to eat. The drinks were spot on but the food was amazing. Will be coming back in the summer for drinks and to try out local fish dishes.

We dined here twice during our short stay this week On both occassions the food was very tasty, especiallly the fish pie and hake... good value for money , very reasonable compared to our local pubs . We felt relazed and welcome.thank you

Dined here twice within this last week. Both occasions were very pleasant experience. Enjoyed Fish pie, Pulled Belly Pork and Hake. Very tasty meals... compliments to the chef. Made to feel welcome. nice vibe . Local gave up his seat last night as he was finishing his pint so we could grab a table... thank you. Very good value compared to some of our local eateries...well done

food was amazing so was service quick and delicious food nice staff as well would definitely recommend, lovely pics of old newlyn too which is nice to look at

Absolutely lovely meal today for mothers day waiting staff were lovely and friendly and food was top quality 3 courses and very generous servings

Very nice food and a friendly place

I have just had the best pub roster ever

Great atmosphere, amazing views, lovely service.

When I think of the Fishermans Arms and the great food I had here, I felt the need to do this review with the inspiration of some old school rap: To da one on da flame My cod weren't tough. They just toss that fish in the fryin' pan. Like blam was done when I came in as planned. Damn, I ordered some pints for the Fam. Don't make me neck it hectic. Automatic got me goin' like Gen'ral Electric. Damn the harbour lights were blinking. I'm thinking It's was all over when I go out fishing. Oh Makin' my mind slow, That's why It's cheap with the bill being four-oh. Bro I got ta' maintain 'Cause the fisherman's arms is Hella insane... Well you get the idea. Good portions. Great muscles, cold beer, good view. What more can you ask for.

From the moment we stepped into the restaurant, the experience was nothing short of remarkable. The service was exemplary – attentive, yet unobtrusive, and every staff member seemed genuinely dedicated to ensuring our meal was enjoyable. The atmosphere struck a perfect balance between elegance and comfort. The tasteful decor and ambient lighting created an inviting environment that enhanced our dining experience. As for the food, it was a culinary delight. The 6oz burger was cooked to perfection, juicy and flavorful, with every bite leaving us wanting more. But the real star of the evening was the Cajun hake accompanied by soft stem broccoli. The hake was seasoned masterfully, with the Cajun spices complementing the fish's natural flavors without overpowering them. The broccoli was a fresh, vibrant side that completed the dish beautifully. The vine selection wasn't impressive, but where selection is lacking it usually compensates in quality and the sweet Zinfandel we chose was exquisite. It paired wonderfully with our meals, adding an extra layer of enjoyment to our dining experience. In summary, this restaurant exceeded all our expectations in terms of service, atmosphere, and food quality. It's a gem that we'll be returning to and recommending to friends and family. A well-deserved five-star rating!

Delicious quality roast dinner,friendly staff lovely,cosy ambiance. The ladies loos were immaculate.

Nice pub, rebuilt after a fire. Modern but not out of place, good beer and attentive, polite staff. No stars for food as I didn't have any but what I saw appeared very good and the customers appeared very happy with their choices. Toilets were clean and upstairs but there's a disabled facility for the less mobile. Overall a good experience

Lost all its old worldly character it had b4 the fire. Its far too modern and pretentious now. No pub atmosphere. Feels like a wetherspoons chain..

Kind of OK... Good view. Dog friendly, but food is a bit pricey for pub food, which is what it is. Wine is expensive for run-of-mill branded varieties. Parking is available at the port authority Sandy Cove car park, BUT you have pay with an unusual app, which chances are you won't have and the car park needs, let's say, sensible shoes.

Very nice place, the food was delicious and the staff were very friendly! A thousand thanks!!

When we came for our holidays in August I had the best creamy garlic soup ever I hope you have that soup on the menu when we come in august 👍🏻

Amazing ! Staff were very helpful and knowledgeable! Food was fantastic especially the mussels! A shame we live over 300 miles away Congratulations and the very best for the future

We stopped in here for lunch on new years eve, while on holiday from Glasgow. Food was excellent (bangers and mash, and a sandwich), staff were very friendly, would definitely recommend it if you're in the area.

Bloody fantastic. Food is awesome, service the same. Very friendly, also dog friendly.

Have been to this fab pub/restaurant overlooking the harbour quite a few times but only for coffee or a few glasses of wine. Wonderful decor, pleasant ambiance and fantastic staff ( haven’t eaten here yet but will when I get the opportunity)! Went last week ( twice ) and on one of these occasions, my birthday, had a lovely few hours with family. Christmas market was on too which added to the cosy festive atmosphere. Thank you to the manager who gave me some scallop shells, they are now hanging up in my window 😁

Great restaurant/ pub beautiful food with superb service. Traditional Cornish atmosphere Dog friendly

Had the Christmas menu. Fantastic food, great setting and brilliant service. Highly recommend and will definitely be going back.

Ice cream portion was left wanting

Lovely setting and huge amount of money spent in restoring and modernising after a fire that gutted the building. Made the most of the setting overlooking the harbour and Mounts Bay. Welcome good, food average and I felt expensive so not sure if locals will frequent. Helpful regarding allergies.

Lovely atmosphere freindly staff and a great view

We came here for Sunday lunch - nothing other to say except fabulous!! Would definitely recommend and will be coming back.

Great place for a casual dinner. Very friendly and helpful staff. Great food and lots of it! Staff were attentive without overdoing it. The food came quickly and was delicious. We had the Fish Pie, Beef Lasagne and a fantastic steak burger.

Fantastic food as always.....love this place 😋

Fantastic food Good selection of drinks Brilliant service from all staff Good selection of choice on the menu Highly recommend

This is a great pub, fantastic range of beers and wine and top quality food. Well done to all staff!!

Came here for lunch and sat upstairs on the balcony - it was superb. The service, food and atmosphere are all excellent and we will definitely be back! (Btw - I don’t give bad reviews - and I don’t give average reviews, I only give one if I think somewhere is excellent 👍🏻). I’m quite fussy when I have mussels and my bowl of them here was delicious - I had the starter portion and it was huge! The mussels were perfectly cooked and still plump. To me, the sign of a good restaurant is whether I want to come back - and I definitely do. Our waitress has been so attentive and accommodating - and there is.no pressure to leave - why would you want to when you’re looking out on St Michael’s Mount and the harbour in Newlyn?