Based on 273 opinions finded in 3 websites
Based on 273 opinions finded in 3 websites
Nº 1889 in 3395 in Cornwall, Isles of Scilly
Nº 507 of 983 British in Cornwall, Isles of Scilly
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Amazing food. Beautifully cooked and presented. We had crab with runners beans to start and one pork and one sea bass as main. Chocolate mousse as dessert. Open kitchen and they cook on a barbecue. We may try to sit at the bar next time to see how it's done.
patrick h . 2023-09-09
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Why 3 Stars? It's stylish, the food is high quality. Service, while not quick was warm. The central problem is the relationship of prices to portions. It's bonkers. Also, with only 4 mains to choose from, it was hard to find something other diners in my group wanted to eat. Fitzroy felt precious. Almost experimental. Very into themselves, philosophically. We were reminded of an American skit show called "Portlandia" (granted, an arcane reference). One memorable episode featured very posh diners and their weird demands and the kind of restaurant that caters to this type of person. As I said the service was warm, so you don't see the attitude issue there. But it's evident with the rigidly narrow menu and sky high prices. A skilled kitchen but not, I'm afraid, a good value. In the end, it just felt silly.
Juliana Clegg . 2023-08-24
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The atmosphere is smart but very casual. Its all good quality and zero pretension. Carefully selected wine list of small organic vineyards. The menu was small, focused, fresh and local. Absolutely stunning. Service immaculate without being overwhelming. This is a gem of a restaurant.
Helena Rivera . 2023-08-19
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Beautiful decor and atmosphere in restaurant. Loved all the details- especially the FREE sanitary products in the toilet (only the second place in U.K. I’ve seen so this!). I also like places with open kitchens so you can see the chefs at work. Friendly attentive service. Food yum, especially the lobster. Only criticism would be dogs in the restaurant and slightly over priced for the food, but otherwise very good.
sidvicious1 . 2023-08-03
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Everything was great; the atmosphere and the vibes right from when we arrived, the service and the food! One of our party has a serious allergy and this was dealt with professionally and made us all feel at ease. We asked for some advice about wines and how many plates to order and the staff were all brilliant, and made us feel really at home. The food was amazing; really exceptional with lovely coastal flavours and attention to detail. The starters, sides and mains were all equally fantastic. (We were too full for pudding!) The only reason it’s not 5 stars is the price; although everything was great, the price was like central London (about £95 per head). It’s defo worth a visit, just budget accordingly!
Trek530926 . 2023-08-01
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Wow the lobster was amazing! And our server was the sweetest. The best place we ate in Fowey
Anne-Sophie Wilson . 2023-07-22
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We have eaten here last summer and went back this week on our return to Fowey. After reading recent reviews I was a little apprehensive. However once the food arrived it was as good as we remembered. We had John Dorey as a starter with amazing carrot salad, my husband had octopus and it was totally different to any octopus he had ever had but really nice. Me and my son had the sea bass, I was nervous as served whole, I do feel the restaurant should offer to either help fillet the fish for you or at least provide suitable cutlery to be able to get to the fish. Anyway we managed to fillet it as best we could and it was worth the hassle as it tasted delicious. My husband had the turbot and again on the bone so difficult to eat but very tasty. We had cheese and the chocolate desert which were both again super delicious. So yes the portion sizes are not huge, yes the menu is limited. However if you want really tasty fish and food that tastes different to anything you’ve had elsewhere than this is the place to visit. If you want standard food with large portions this is not the place for you. I def recommend and will def return on our next holiday. The only other criticism is I don’t drink and like still water with my meal and they only offer bottled sparkling or tepid tap water, really feel they should offer s bottle if chilled still water.
Burnsjl . 2023-07-22
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Fantastic food and drink. Simple menu with a fish focus. More of a couples place than for kids
Leo Clifton . 2023-07-18
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Not really sure how to judge this restaurant. There wasn't really anything wrong with the food but it was the make up of the menu that was strange. We decided to opt for the pork and spinach pie which was pulled port with spinach at £35 to share. But what did it come with? Nothing unless you wanted the leaf salad or the potatoes. The pie was good but relentlessly pie and the lettuce did not overcome the lack of anything resembling a green veg to alleviate the heavy nature of the pie. Some would say the menu was a little pretentious perhaps. I don't think this is a particularly good or disappointingly bad place to eat but when Fowey has so many very good restaurants that serve well balanced meals, this one doesn't quite measure up.
Peter084 . 2023-07-02
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The restaurant started off well; we chose bar seating to enjoy watching the chefs at work and my starter of a scallop was nice but the crab salad was very tight on crab although it did taste fresh, the lobster main was nice (but if you love anything smothered in garlic butter you would) but the monkfish was over cooked, we ordered a wine from Lisbon on tap (a mistake as it was undrinkable) the response to complaining was to check how much we had drunk…which was half a glass between us! We continued on to have a tiramisu and a cheese course which were both extremely average so to summarise we were both really disappointed and wished we’d picked one of the other restaurants on the same street! (And like a couple of other reviews also wished we’d read these before booking)
Ho11idays . 2023-06-21
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Absolutely awful we felt so cheated quality was atrocious, food served raw, portion sizes minuscule we should have listened to the reviews. We decided to give them a chance and they failed on all scores. Diners around us were also moaning at the same things so sadly it wasn’t just us. Like many other reviews we went on to eat elsewhere as we had to leave the food due to its poor quality. We paid £36 for a finger sized portion of turbot which was over cooked see picture. Please don’t make the same mistake as us listen to the reviews
aeh4 . 2023-06-15
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You cannot visit Fowey without a visit to this superb restaurant, only open Thursday to Sunday evenings. Otherwise they have a small Tapas style restaurant during the day. An open atmosphere restaurant with the kitchen on full view. Excellent quality service and the food was superb prepared to the highest standards. It beats many London establishments. Try the turbot if it’s on. Great wine selections and the no flour Chocolate dessert is to die for. Expensive, but well worth it especially as we end our weeks vacation in this beautiful town.
SimonS349 . 2023-06-15
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We ate here last summer, had a wonderful meal and a great evening. We returned with high hopes but we’re very disappointed. Off-hand service, tiny portions of overpriced, fairly average food. Came home hungry and had some toast! All round, a joyless experience. We will not return.
Jim W . 2023-06-11
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From outside this restaurant looks very inviting in a rough and ready sort of way, the space itself might have been a garage in its previous life. But don't be deceived! It is not difficult to cook sea food, as the ingredients are pretty tasty before one even starts. However "North St Kitchen" made it taste ordinary/boring. But there are plenty of eating places where the food is ordinary/boring. What separates this one from the rest is the ridiculous price and meanness of portions. In all my life (I am 77) I have not come across an eatery as mean with portions as this one. It is astonishing that they are not embarrassed to serve a 3" square toast with smattering of brown crab meat for £10, and 3 half slices of bread for £3. There are plenty of eating places in Fowey, no need to be lured into this one!
Michael K . 2023-05-25
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We were excited to attend this restaurant but had our child fall ill the evening due to attend. I emailed the restaurant to apologise for the no show a few days later, as they proceeded to charge me £100 for a no show fee! Stating they're unable to refund despite circumstance, and the amount seems very excessive. Visitors beware!
Sarah Rose . 2023-05-05
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We ate here on Friday as a last minute walk in. Rosie was incredibly welcoming and personable, answering all our questions and indulging our curiosity. Thank you for making our evening! The food itself was as good as the welcome! Lobster absolutely divine, lamb succulent and flavourful and the cauliflower and crab starter something I will remember for a while - rendered us all speechless for a couple moments. Really nice surroundings, appropriate music and excellent food. Well worth the prices. Thanks to the chefs and Rosie!
Ben Howell . 2023-04-16
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The most amazing top end food and exquisite service in a non pretentious atmosphere. The staff were friendly, knowledgeable and welcoming. The food was delicious and well presented . The ambience , quality of ingredients combined with the chef’s ability and skills give a high end dining experience usually reserved for exclusive restaurants in large cities.
lyndsey l . 2023-04-13
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Always a winner... our favourite restaurant in Fowey!
Rick Massey . 2023-04-09
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We visited Fitzroy’s on the 24th September and I can honestly say we have never felt so disappointed. There is literally nothing good to say. Decor basic beyond belief, the even had a tea towel pinned up at a window I guess to stop a draft? Basic everything from the furnishings to the school dinner style crockery and glasses. Attitude arrogant, service mediocre. The food average at best. You will notice a very limited menu which you know before you go but to arrive for a 7.30 reservation to find that 2 out of the 5 main courses are not available we think is unacceptable and the attitude when our disappointment was expressed was no more than a shrug of the shoulders, no apology! Starters ok but basic, had better. Choice left was lobster (ok if you like shellfish) , a vegetarian dish (again fine if that’s your thing) or a very strange mullet dish, lobster was ok but underwhelming and small and the mullet dish was just strange. Desserts worse than school dinners literally a dollop of stewed apple, a dollop of very rubbery custard and a shortbread biscuit in a bowl, no attempt at presentation and not pleasant to eat. 3 people £267 left hungry and poorer. If you like good food there are many better options in Fowey, in order of our preferences The Dwelling House (superb), Appletons or Pinxto. Happily spent about the same at all of these and left satisfied and smiling.
Whitto67 . 2022-10-15
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We enjoyed the Fitzroy, the ambience worked and the staff were great. For starters we enjoyed the fish fritters, while the courgette was ok, a bit tasteless. We both enjoyed the lobster and new potatoes ( not sure what previous complaints about the number of them was about). Finished off with the poached pear. As for the wine list, without a doubt a bit differ but it worked for us. I enjoyed the Gruner Veltliner Malinga! Overall a 4-1/2 star enjoyable evening.
studebjw . 2022-09-17
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Lovely restaurant with good food and friendly staff. We have been many times since this foodie gem opened. This time we had a meal for twelve in the room upstairs. The Hogget pie was particularly delicious. Wine menu is limited but those we tried were good. The only strange thing being a reluctance for us to push the two tables together upstairs to make one big one with a few grumbles about making it tricky to service the table as one. Really didn’t appear to be the case and we put the room back the way we found it. We will be back!
NW2005 . 2022-09-05
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Finally managed to get a table at Fitzroy, we were a little nervous after seeing some of the reviews but so glad we ignored them. Yes it is expensive and there is a limited menu but everything we had was really lovely. We had bread, fish fritters and runner bean starters which were delicious and very different to anything we’ve had elsewhere. I had ricotta pasta for main which was really nice, my son had the Denver which was rare cooked slices of beef. My husband had the lobster and he said it was one of the best he’s had, and a lot better than the one he had at Steins Seafood restaurant in Padstow. We then shared the cheese for desert. We found all the staff to be really friendly and attentive. I really liked the ambiance of the restaurant. We thought we might be still hungry after visiting but the complete opposite we were all really full. The only criticism is I would have loved to have the whole sea bass but they only serve it complete they won’t remove the bone and fillet it you after cooking which is a shame, having eaten at other fish restaurants where they are happy to do this. We look forward to returning to Fitzroy and recommend to anyone wanting something special and to try some different food.
Burnsjl . 2022-08-28
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I visited this fabulous dining establishment with my partner and a friend this week whilst we were staying close by. I cannot remember the last time I enjoyed food and wine (in a restaurant) that was as good as this. We had the lobster, the...
Bardells . 2022-08-26
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Fabulous restaurant that 3 of us visited this week whilst on holiday. Great food and atmosphere; with lovely service and house rose. Thoroughly recommended.
Suzanne McKie . 2022-08-26
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A must for anyone. The food and service were excellent. The curated menu is all fresh and locally sourced and the serving staff were able to answer any question about the menu in perfect detail. Will definite be back - this place is a real...
Dun297 . 2022-08-24
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We reserved a table at Fitzroy with a degree of trepidation after the last few reviews. However this proved to be unfounded - the meal was excellent . I had very tasty pasta my husband the steak - both now which were good size portions,...
wink49 . 2022-08-20
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It went from bad to worse for us. The rude arrogant waitor was annoyed at our party as soon as we arrived as the lady who booked our table failed to put down the correct number of guests. The waitor clearly annoyed, quite rudely and almost aggressively moved us to a new table to accommodate the additional guest (they missed). Then he asked about allergies. My 7 year old son has a peanut allergy and carries an epi pen which we told the waitress upon booking the table. However, we were then told by this waitor that it was company policy to refuse service to anyone with a severe allergy. We have been to many restaurants and never have we ever heard of such a discriminatory policy. We then politely asked if we could get him food from elsewhere while the rest of our party ate, and he said no and that the restaurant would refuse service to our entire party as we had a member with a severe allergy. It was akward and embarrassing and we left with my 7 year old apologising to his family for a medical condition he can not control. This then left us with no where to eat due to all restaurants being fully booked. Every restaurant we have been to prior to this experience has always been overly accomodating to his allergy and we've never been refused service anywhere before. It's a very discriminatory policy and is definitely worth the group looking at reviewing this and making changes going forwards. If you have an allergy of any kind, avoid this place!
Lauren Wallachia . 2022-08-20
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It went from bad to worse for us. The rude arrogant waitor was annoyed at our party as soon as we arrived as the lady who booked our table failed to put down the correct number of guests. The waitor clearly annoyed, quite rudely and...
U1098IJlaurenw . 2022-08-20
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The most horrendous restaurant experience of my life to date. Greeted by an arrogant waiter, we were moaned at because they had got the number of diners wrong on the booking (the extra diner was my 7 year old nephew, which I had told the waitress about when I booked the table). The waiter sat us at a different table and said ‘since you have an extra person we weren’t aware of, is there any other allergies on the table?’ I had already informed the waitress when I booked that the 7 year old had a nut allergy. She said it was fine if he was okay with traces. The rude waiter said ‘we can’t serve any customers that have someone with a life threatening allergy with them, is it life threatening?’ We said he is okay with traces but he can’t eat an actual peanut and does carry an EpiPen! He said ‘it’s a really simple question, is the allergy life threatening, yes or no?!’ We then asked if it was okay if we got my nephew some fish and chips instead and the waiter said he would have to eat it outside. Whilst this is not only rude and obnoxious, it is discrimination!! Our last night in Fowey for my dad’s 60th Birthday, left with no where to eat, caused by a pretentious restaurant who clearly don’t want to pay the insurance to allow people with allergies to eat at their restaurants. As a fellow hospitality worker, not once in all my work-life have I experienced, or condone this kind of treatment. Nor in my personal dining experience have I had to leave a restaurant, prior to even ordering a drink, feeling angry and embarrassed, with my 7 year old nephew apologising to my whole family because he has a nut allergy. The group owners should be ashamed of themselves; a disgrace to the industry.
Beth Wallace . 2022-08-18
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Fantastic. We had early dinner with two adults, one baby and a 5yr old. Because the menu is short and changes daily it's a bit of a gamble but it really paid off. If kids aren't a consideration I'd recommend it unreservedly.
Cameron Patterson (CamPatUK) . 2022-08-18
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I’m sorry to say that we were very disappointed in this restaurant. Although the food was tasty the portion sizes were very small and the only side you could order was lettuce (you could order new potatoes but the dish already came with that). The...
A5519LEjoannal . 2022-08-16
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First impressions were not good when we were told we could not change boiled potatoes for fries, wine menu is very minimal and overall expierience is generally lacking. As you will see I've never written a bad review but this was not a good expierience...
DuncanBond . 2022-08-16
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The food is really good, could do with a few more choices, but overall very good. I had the ravioli which was really good, pasta a little thick, but only a small issue. Wife had the lobster, was very good. Drinks menu needs to be...
andrewdM8247QH . 2022-08-12
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We really wanted to love this restaurant, it reads so well, looks good, but we were left so disappointed and a bit angry. The attitude from the kitchen seems one of negativity, lots of No’s….if they carry on like this they may struggle, I sample...
katemJ6171IR . 2022-08-03
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I read previous recent reviews and decided that I would not be put off and draw my own conclusions. I’m pleased we did. From the moment we walked in the door we were made to feel welcome. I can’t comment on the main courses because...
secretsuppersociety . 2022-08-01
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Superb food and service. We had crab to start and then the monk fish. Best monk fish I have ever had! Didn’t have a problem with portion sizes as mentioned in other reviews, were perfectly normal. House white wine was really nice. Will visit again!
Peter O . 2022-07-26
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Visited Fitzroy for dinner with friends and left pleasantly full after enjoying a meal of great produce cooked exceptionally well. The starters were a great introduction to some of the local produce on offer in Fowey (a special shout-out to the fresh and tasty crab...
N9338MWsimona . 2022-07-23
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We ate here tonight and felt just like the review previously posted mentioning "the emperor's new clothes"! Food was delicious but so simple and portions tiny! We left before dessert so we could go home and have some food! We had 2 courses for £144...
deborahbR8082NC . 2022-07-20
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Style over substance I booked this for a date night with my partner . It was a toss up between Appletons and Fitzroy. I absolutely made the wrong choice. Firstly, the venue is small and underwhelming. I was told I probably shouldn’t have worn light...
SimeonJLowe . 2022-07-16
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Very disappointing from start to finish. And at a hefty price. Made an advance reservation when walking through town. Just for a couple of days later. We HAD to pay a reservation fee of £50 per person. Ridiculous. Have NEVER had to pay anything such...
Mark R . 2022-07-09
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We went for dinner here a week or so ago, I have been to the pop up day time restaurant in the past and absolutely loved it, but unfortunately Fitzroy did not deliver. The food is good but serving plaice to share wasnt ideal, the...
F1239JVgr . 2022-06-16
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Fitzroy didn't really live up to expectations for us. The ambience is fine, and the staff lovely and knowledgeable about the food and wine, but the food just seemed to lack some zing the night that we ate there! Fitzroy was on our list of...
dondP6525RH . 2022-06-12
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Great staff, great ambience. I probably wouldn't recommend for a group of more than 4 due to the size of the place, but if you're a couple or flying solo, prepare for the best lobster you've ever tasted.
John Pasco . 2022-06-07
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Excellent food and very friendly service. We love North Street Kitchen as well. Wines are really different from the usual lists (in a good way!) and it's worth asking to try them first.
patrickhE5668JO . 2022-06-05
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Very cool ambience and design. Food was excellent - just two small points let it down: The chef wouldn’t take the bone out of the Dover Sole - I expect this is a relatively common request, and so opted for the Lobster which was a...
1_Fonz . 2022-05-28
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Fitzroy is putting Fowey firmly back on the dining map. The food is clearly chosen with an emphasis on quality, the cooking is excellent, the service just right, neither intrusive nor absent, and the wine list is not too long but interesting. The lobster with...
charlesmk45 . 2022-05-13
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we only found this place at the end of last year and then went every week before it sadly closed for winter. Don't believe the one star reviews. Wait...do believe them because then you won't be in front of me in the queue to get...
merrynt618 . 2022-04-27
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The food was good and of good portion size for the amount paid. The staff were very friendly and approachable and did not stop us from eating to ask about whether we were enjoying our food. The fish was lovely and well presented and the...
TripsyMidlands . 2022-04-25
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There seems to be something of a war raging between patrons of Appleton's and Fitzroy and I'm definitely on the side of Fitzroy! We've been a couple of times now and each time I have come away having tried something different and being thoroughly pleased...
LauraD115 . 2021-11-25
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Overpriced pretentious nonsense on a plate. If you’re from London and used to being ripped off for mediocrity, fine. For everyone else who would like fine dining whilst in Fowey, go to Appleton’s. The difference in quality, service and style is vast. If you do...
Z2622SYjons . 2021-11-06
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Fantastic food and service. Very friendly happy enthusiastic staff and brilliant fresh local food.
BRAD ABRAHAMS . 2021-10-02
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We found this by accident and went again it was so delicious. Unprentious service with great attitude( this is hard to find currently elsewhere in Fowey) Great 'tapas' style dishes..excellent food quality/locally sourced. Yes it's a bit pricey but the best food we've had in...
736trisht . 2021-09-23
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This is a really good restaurant, really good, and the only reason that they didn’t get a five star is because i thought Appleton’s was better and I wanted to differentiate. The food is of a really high quality. I’ve seen other reviews complaining about...
Sodyathen . 2021-09-23
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Where do I start ….. we were shown to our table and given a single menu between us - why not one each? The menu was written in such a way that we had no idea what some of the dishes were. We chose a...
Netty2803 . 2021-09-21
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Really looked forward to our booking at Fitzroy but was left disappointed particularly with out starters l had Sardines in green sauce it was very unadventurous my Wife had Crab on sourdough the crust was so hard it was not edible when we mentioned it...
Barry W . 2021-09-19
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What better way to round off a week eating and drinking our way through Fowey than at Fitzroy? It's easy to be suspicious of creeping gentrification, but this place blends perfectly into the town's vibrant food scene. A bustling downstairs bar-dining room and more intimate...
999harrym . 2021-09-18
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We had a nice time - the food quality and ambience were great but it can't be ignored that the portions are very, very small, especially for the price you are paying. We found ourselves almost trying to eat slowly as to not be finished...
Goshawk21E . 2021-09-18
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The menu changes often and is kept simple. But the tastes are complex and delicious. Portions are modest as expected but we did not leave hungry. Service was faultless and the decor understated. This was our first Michelin experience and we left very happy. Thank...
katesK3541DO . 2021-09-10
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So pleased we managed to get in this evening. I haven't eaten in a restaurant for two years and tonight was a real reminder of what I've been missing. If you want an informal, nice vibe, good food, and great service. This pretty much ticks...
Gil H . 2021-09-09
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I managed to get a dinner reservation here and it was the perfect choice for us. The service was friendly and prompt and the food was delicious. We had the cod roe, courgette, lobster and chicken followed by baked custard and chocolate cake. The venue is small and makes for a great atmosphere and the open kitchen helps too, it’s been done really well. Our only slight negative was that the menu was fairly limited and although it was all really tasty (probably as a result of not over extending to a convoluted menu) it would have been nice for the one meat option to have been something other than chicken. I think that’s just the luck of the draw though as the menu is changed daily, which is also really unique and interesting. There were also no diet or sugar free soft drinks (apart from water) and one choice of beer (but it was a nice one apparently!) Regardless, would definitely recommend.
Sadie Fitzpatrick . 2021-09-04
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Lovely meal again. We had cods Roe with crispy pig skin, lobster croquette to start & chicken and a pasta dish for main. All excellent! I wasn't sure when ordering the crispy pig skin but it was delicious. I skipped dessert and had grappa instead,...
patrickhE5668JO . 2021-09-04
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I couldn’t rate this place highly enough. Staff were wonderfully friendly and knowledgeable too. Food was beautiful. You get what you pay for here so yes, in response to another review, portions aren’t belt-busting mahousive but it’s a much more refined quality over quantity ....
Paradise65939110534 . 2021-09-01
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Vibrant atmosphere on arrival, seating very basic. Crab starter full of sauce with little crab to taste, monkfish 3 very small battered pieces. Half of lobster main and fresh Brill very tasty but required a side, lobster was very small and came with only 3...
Bling124 . 2021-08-30
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The Fitzroy is a classic example of a promise made but not kept. The simplicity of its menu and the styling of the well manicured restaurant and staff speak to the trend among places of excellence that are spinging up so frequently in Cornwall these days. Looking at the menu you could absolutely be forgiven that thinking, as I did, that this trend is continuing in full force. Alas, you would be mistaken. While there are moments of brilliance, they are sadly outnumbered by moments of adequacy. While the monkfish with curry sauce and the raw mackrel were simply wonderful, the lobster tasted old and tired, the brill was dry and bland, and the chicken was overcooked to the point of rubberiness. I was deeply disappointed that my initial expectations were shattered so cruelly. This restaurant has great potential, which I hope to one day see ot fulfil.
Darya Pollock . 2021-08-29
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Precious little gem in the heart of Fowey. Very intimate affair. Friendly staff. Delicious food. What an experience 👏
Yvett Kudrava . 2021-08-26
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A professionally run but relaxed set up . Great service and good system managing a busy ‘walk in’ only eatery. Lovely simple food. Beers a bit pricey for the size but all in all a lovely vibrant experience.
beltandbraces2017 . 2021-08-24
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Let's start by saying the tastes are great - -but the portions are minute to the point of being very ungenerous ! Lobster soup and it would barely fill a tea cup. Cured brill - - four or five slithers served as a starter portion....
David J . 2021-08-21
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Hard to beat the quality of ingredients and dishes here. Staff are super attentive and friendly. Highly recommend the half lobster, best I’ve ever tasted!
Charles Thomson . 2021-08-15
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I live in Fowey and have eaten at Fitzroy 6 times. On every occasion the menu has prepared with huge care and attention. I can honestly say that every meal has surpassed my expectations. The food is always beautifully presented, perfectly cooked and some of...
Fionahughes123 . 2021-08-11
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...or not. A minimalistic apertif menu (they only serve gin), mediocre house wine @ £28 (decanted from a box into an unlabelled bottle!) and no green salad (they'd run out by 8.30pm). Food OK though over-priced for the quality. All in all, an offer that...
L9305YJalisonc . 2021-08-09
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Really disappointed. The food was cold, not even luke warm, nothing special as it comes to taste, average, portion size was ridiculously small, highly overpriced with the 10% service charge of which we were not informed. Terrible experience!
sunrise8889 . 2021-08-07
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What a great place! We had half lobster with new potatoes, yum! The lamb was great, too! Service was perfect. We were upstairs and had a great view of the restaurant and kitchen, great to see the chefs at work. If you’re in Fowey, and want a funky atmosphere and amazing food, come here! 😊
Tony Holder . 2021-08-06
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Delicious from start to finish. The best lobster I've ever had! Service was friendly and attentive. Merit these 5 stars!
Danielle Roussel . 2021-08-06
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Interesting tasty food and excellent friendly service - thank you David and crew for a wonderful evening!
sarah t . 2021-08-04
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Such a great place to eat, the food was stunning, we had lobster, tomatoes with oregano, crab and green beans and rice pudding. All of it was delicious. I’ve also never had a wine I didn’t like here and I’m very fussy. Bravo Fitzroy!
Frustrated16 . 2021-07-31
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Very overpriced and underwhelming food . After being in Cornwall for a week this was the most disappointing meal. I think this place relies on how busy Fowey is and mainly tourists where they don’t have to rely on repeat customers. Your booking is written...
Kellistar . 2021-07-30
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Had fantastic dinner last night - great atmosphere, amazing food, particularly the lobster, and friendly team who very kindly accommodated our late arrival and made it enjoyable experience despite our tardiness! Just brilliant!
392elenat . 2021-07-30
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An absolutely delicious meal and excellent service. I had the melt in the mouth sardines; followed by an incredible lobster; and completed by the baked rice pudding and praline. Utterly delicious food. Fab staff too!
kirstieoliver . 2021-07-29
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Was looking forward to eating here but unfortunately it wasn’t really worth the visit. Although they do take family bookings it’s really not suitable for kids under about 12. There is no kids menu and nothing particularly suitable for them to eat, our daughter had...
MOTHEROFWREN . 2021-07-29
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This was a first night out in a long time after long down. We were really looking forward to it, the person who booked for us said it was going to be great. It was not great. £9 for a glass of wine. Nice wine...
ne3006 . 2021-07-26
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Wonderful food, engaging, friendly and knowledgeable staff. Thank you all for a memorable evening. Word to the wise: book in advance.
M W . 2021-07-24
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Fitzroy is a well-regarded restaurant set up in an old bank in the pretty port town of Fowey pronounced Foy 🙄 Soak up the vibe; posho in deck shoes, tied sweater worn over shoulders, second homer 🤦 £140 for an early dinner for 2 with 1 x glass of wine. We left feeling the mucho dinero experience was OK. Could have eaten the other half of what was a small lobster.
Mark Sharwood-Walker . 2021-07-23
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We had a very good experience at Fitzroy. We booked a while ago and after reading reviews I was a bit unsure but so pleased with our meal. The service was great, very friendly and efficient. We were seated at the counter, in front of...
Helen P . 2021-07-23
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Superb food at Fitzroy and excellent service - cured monkfish, beef short-rib and lobster - delicious! Great wine list.
Traveler26348721811 . 2021-07-22
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Superb food at Fitzroy and excellent service - cured monkfish, beef short-rib and lobster - delicious!
John Davenport . 2021-07-22
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Visited on 21st July 2021. All dishes starter sized and overpriced. Half a lobster tasty but small unfinished plate, sitting in a lake of garlic butter with a couple of potatoes. I ordered a double mackerel starter for main -again two small fillets of mackerel...
bongob527 . 2021-07-22
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Lovely food, great atmosphere and very friendly service. Our friends had skate which they said was excellent. We had slices of pork which was delicious, especially the crackling. Great desserts too. Wine list is a good choice and they bring a taster over if you...
patrickhE5668JO . 2021-07-18
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Amazing food in a beautiful place. Pricey but worth it.
Robin Forr . 2021-07-15
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We ate here on the last night of a 3 centre West Country tour and it was the worst meal in 17 nights and THE most expensive! Peas £4 - I thought they'd be like wasabi or roasted with salt or chilli but they were...
J2357AWsimonh . 2021-07-13
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Had dinner here and was expecting great things. The menu was small and fish-focused and looked ok. I had the fried sole for starter and the half lobster. My partner had the Turbot fish head with capers. The fried sole really surprised me. It appeared...
CandidWatson . 2021-07-11
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Very small overpriced menu. Would not recommend this place. £30 for wine from a cask. I was not impressed. On the plus side out waitress was lovely
HopefulDevon . 2021-07-11
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Very accommodating of our dog! Nice atmosphere and warm service but a very limited menu at quite high prices
Matt Thompson . 2021-07-08
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Good food, lovely atmosphere, just Very overpriced.
Sam Hampton . 2021-07-04
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Please avoid this place at all cost. You will be treated to poor service, bad attitudes, terrible food all at an incredible cost plus 10% whether you like it or not. The bill arrives on a scrap of paper with no details except the 10%...
Jay H . 2021-07-04
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Don't go here !!! Ok so the plus side is a good atmosphere and friendly staff, BUT it's overpriced and in my opinion a rip off. I might have missed it but I didn't see anything about a 10% service charge on already inflated prices....
Lostinnanpean . 2021-07-03
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We’d tried a few days before, but didn’t want to wait the expected hour, but as it seemed so popular, we thought we felt the need to give it a bash. The walk-in queue system looks chaotic, but seems to work, and we got in...
Paul1960_4 . 2021-07-01
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We are staying in Fowey and booked this restaurant back in March as it had been recommended . I was phoned before departure by Fitzroys to revise my booking as understandably due to Covid they were not opening on Tuesdays. I was offered a counter...
Julia W . 2021-07-01
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Amazing restaurant with excellent wine selection too
Simeon Klein . 2021-06-22
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We were given no option but to sit at the bar, which would have been fine had our clothes not been ruined by the flaking red stuff covering the wall underneath the bar. The red stains could not be removed even on a 2 hour...
jacquelineg476 . 2021-06-16
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Brilliant food + service. We’re especially helpful with my partner who had just had a big seagull poo in her hair before we arrived!!
Benjamin Coleman . 2021-06-14
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