Masons Arms in Cornwall, Isles of Scilly

What a gem bizarrely found it when looking on wetherspoons locator! Staff were pleasant and friendly. The food excellent cooked to perfection they were able to provide for a vegetarian and a celiac in our party without batting an eyelid. The room was perfect and the background music just at the right volume. We were intrigued by the left hand clock above the bar as we left. We will definitely recommend them

Wow what a find ! We were actually booked into somewhere else but had to cancel as we couldn’t get a taxi ! We found the masons arms as it was the closet place to eat . So glad we didn’t get the taxi ! The staff were extremely welcoming , we got a table straight away , the food was amazing, my son had a pizza , loved it it was huge and packed with topping , I had a steak and blue cheese sauce and my husband had a burger , we were all very impressed. We’ve paid nearly double that in other places and not been half as good ! Shout out to the locals to all very friendly! Well done masons arms nothing to change here ! 🙌

Friendly staff. Pleasant atmosphere . Large beer garden with views. Portion size for the small fish and chips miniscule.

Lovely helpful and polite staff. Lovely atmosphere and nice beer garden. We asked for a small portion of fish and chips. Neither my partner nor myself have large appetites but the size of the fish was a joke. It was more like a tadpole and wouldn’t even have fed a small child. Unfortunately we won’t be going back

The Mason’s Arms could be easily overlooked, because of its setting on a main road, but the restaurant area at the back, was clean and bright with plenty of space between the tables. The Sunday lunch menu was very reasonably priced and worth what it cost . The food was delivered quickly and was piping hot. The vegetables were well cooked and the portions, generous. The stuffed poached chicken was declared a hit and the Cornish beef was also well cooked, tasty and tender. The service was excellent.

Booked a table due to staying nearby at the Bodmin Jail Hotel. A great friendly pub. Chicken Tikka Masala was a bit watery but very tasty. Stay were excellent and very helpful. Didn’t stay for the band in the end but seemed a really lovely local pub with lots of locals propping up the bar. Other tables food also looked amazing

Went for my Bithday lunch with the family Excellent all round. Great value for money plus Guinness quality and price. Will be going back again and would highly recommend it to anyone who wants to eat, or just go for a drink.

I've had a wonderful meal here for valentines day. It was delicious and the atmosphere in there was wonderful. The waitress who served us was so polite and ever so helpful. Well worth a visit if your in Cornwall.

Quaint little pub. Stopped for lunch before visiting Bodmin Jail. Had the Korean Fried Chicken Burger. Huge portions, reasonably priced, friendly staff. Street parking only.

Popped in when passing for food. Very friendly with great food and a nice atmosphere. Reasonable prices and a large selection

Extremely welcoming at very short notice on a Sunday. We had a lovely Sunday dinner. Everything you want from a roast including cauliflower cheese, roast potatoes and Yorkshire pudding. All really well made. The beef was gorgeous. It was dog friendly and very reasonably priced.

Looking for dog friendly pub and found this. A little walk from Bodmin centre but well worth it. Mo was so friendly and welcoming. I had curry and hubby had the burger both of which were lovely and reasonably priced. Would definitely recommend especially with a dog. Lovely and warm and friendly. Simple food but well done

Visited for food for the first time Friday 22nd July . We had fish and chips and safe to say it didn’t disappoint. We enjoyed it that much that we are going back again this Friday 5th August with some friends. Friendly staff and excellent service from start to finish. A few pubs in Bodmin could learn a thing or two

Masons Arms is one of the best pubs around,serve amazing food and an even better sunday roast! Staff are friendly, helpful and help create the brilliant atmosphere. My favourite pub by a long way!

Thought I'd review the Masons again, as it's changed hands and been refurbished since my last visit. Had just as good a time as in the past. Maybe I've been lucky, but there's something about this pub where you can walk in as a stranger and walk out as an honorary local. Had nice, entertaining chats with a string of different folks. Barmaid, originally from Feltham, was epic. Very chatty and friendly, taking a pride in her job, helping with the easygoing vibe. I like Bodmin, it gets a bad rap but suits my character. And this is my favourite pub in the town.

Let’s face it, the middle of Bodmin is grim! The Masons Arms isn’t!!!!! Recently refurbished. Friendly locals and great staff. Thanks Lisa - we enjoyed your tips for Charlestown and Par Sands Beach. A 5 minute walk from the jail and worth it. We didn’t eat so can’t comment on the food. L

Does exactly what it says, good beer and good burgers and hot dogs. Accommodated 8 of us very last minute in a quiet area of the bar. We were all really pleased and the bill was very reasonable. Saved the day after some hideous weather and Cornwall traffic

We found this place on an off chance when we were starving and everywhere was fully booked - the Masons arms was quiet but perfect. Parking outside. The staff were friendly and welcoming, food was excellent and service was quick and efficient. The menu is limited to burgers and hot dogs - but they were the best burgers we’d all had in a long time - reasonably priced and really good portion sizes. Would recommend to anyone!

Amazing burgers particularly the veggie Tatiana and chicken burgers. Had fresh avocado- a very generous amount. Not greasy but really good. Highly recommend and exceptional value for money. The staff were very patients and helpful

Found this pub by chance as others in town were shut.We sat outside the back.Friendly bar staff and quick table service.Bar definitely used by locals.Food is available. Clean and covid safe.

Went to the pub for first night out after lockdown bar staff and door staff where friendly helpful incredibly efficient my wife forgot her glasses and the bar team came out to give them back. Top class service and friendly atmosphere.

Good ales, excellent food and great value for money. This pub has it all, cosy snug and public bar but also a new function room that also doubles as a restaurant. Then you have the outside seating area, on two levels, decking covered or uncovered, car park. The jewel in the crown is the staff and regulars are so friendly. Definitely worth a visit.

My daughter was having a small catered wedding under a marquee in their garden on Friday the 18th September 2020. The wind strengthened in the afternoon and destroyed everything. Utter disbelief. They had booked the Masons Arms the following year so they could invite all the family and friends to celebrate their first anniversary with no COVID. Suffice to say they were are only hope as they do have a very nice back room, large enough to cater for 30 people. After checking the regulations and found they could host the wedding their response was incredible! They replaced a door and set up all the necessary protocols to protect all the guests and customers. They allowed us to bring our caterers food and helped us set up. We completely decorated the room that night. Their commitment to the special day was unbelievable. They were friendly and accommodating at all times. The Masons is a brilliant pub and the atmosphere is always first class. My biggest compliment is to Gareth, Mark and their whole team - exceptional. Thank you. Father of the Bride

Dropped in on a warm day in late July, expecting to be shown to some socially isolated spot in which to drink in solitude. But the Masons Arms wasn't like that. Though the customers were socially distanced from each other, the arrangement of the seats and tables round the walls of the small, square front bar meant conversations could be held: so I ended up spending a chatty hour or two here with great pleasure. Everyone sat looking in, and banter flowed freely back and forth in all directions from the 10 or so customers present.The pub's well organised for COVID prevention, with sanitiser and tracing checks all sorted without fuss. Atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming. Both barmaids, Mandy and Lisa, were amiable, easygoing, on the ball--a credit to the place. The customers were all local, with the same jovial banter that I'm used to in the inland towns of Cornwall. Bodmin's often slighted; but I couldn't've had a jollier time than in the 4 pubs I visited that day. Much love to the Masons and Bodmin.

What a lovely pub ❤️was made to feel so welcome by locals and landlord and lady. Really chilled out atmosphere and locals were so lovely and chatty. We will be back 😘Good prices, beer garden and lovely function room ❤️worth a visit

Perfect pub friendly people well kept ale jukebox mostly plays 60's !! Cosy lounge if you prefer it a little 'quieter' with a good fire when cold

I was told that food is not served in this establishment but you are allowed to bring in take aways. For this reason I cannot give this pub a rating.

Pub offers a fantastic burger menu and authentic Caribbean food. Would highly recommend the chicken as well as the pork and apple burger. Friendly staff and traditional pub setting with a good sized beer garden. Will definitely return for future visits.

Great Pub, you really should visit this Pub if and when you visit Bodmin. It is a truely great Pub with a great outlook on how life should be lived. Go there, I am sue you will be delighted!

This place was tahen on by new landlord and landlady. They are really great peoploe. They will do all within teir power to ensure everyone leaves their pub with a good experience. It shoulod be visited by anyone visitin Bodmin. They will not be disappointed.

Vale la pena mencionar desde el principio, que esta casa ha sido pub gratis bajo una nueva dirección desde julio de 2016. Para entrar en el bar más pequeño salón y ser recibido por un verdadero fuego de leña en una noche fría y comienza la experiencia. La selección de cervezas fue excelente, algunos nombrados por las cerveceras sólo para este pub, y una buena variante en cervezas. La comida es abundante buena comida estilo pub, con algunos excelentes entrantes variado así como su plato principal. Toda la comida es comprar localmente, y preparado por su propio chef. Todo el personal es muy amable y acogedor, siempre están buscando para hacer que su visita sea especial y uno que siempre recordará!

Mesa reservado 14 el sábado por la noche 14 de enero gran ambiente la comida era excelente y suficiente. Todo casero adecuado a precios pub grub genial. El servicio era también de primera categoría.Sin duda volveremos. Muchas gracias a el propietario y propietaria de una gran noche. . . .

Elegimos los masones armas para una reunión familiar en el 28 de diciembre después de oír críticas positivas. Teniendo en cuenta que éramos un grupo tan grande, hicieron un trabajo fantástico. La comida era muy sabrosa y todas las comidas salió caliente. Había un ambiente encantador tanto en el acogedor bar y el restaurante. El personal era muy servicial y amable y sin duda recomiendo visitar este pub para comida y bebidas. Gracias a todos en los brazos masones!

We had a fantastic meal here on Saturday night , great service and value for money and nothing was too much trouble, Will be back very soon. Thanks to Mandy and her team.

Mi esposa y yo llamamos aquí para una copa rápida en 17 de diciembre. Fue un placer estar en un bar corriente limpio y agradable con un encargado que hizo ida hablando a sus clientes, nosotros incluidos.

Just had one of the best nights out ever!!! Food, drink and entertainment was superb. Can't wait to return!!!!

Visitamos aquí con mi pareja y dos niños y tengo que decir que este hotel es una pequeña joya.

Friendly team serving from behind the bar and friendly locals who all seemed willing to have a natter,even with complete strangers.All in all--pretty good !

El dueño, que es muy entusiasta acerca de cervezas y el pub. No cabe duda de que volveremos, ya que ya se siente como un huésped regular después de sólo una noche en el pub.

Pub encantador, con acogedores dueños. Una selección de bares para disfrutar de las cervezas excelentemente cuidados. Aunque no hay comida disponible en el pub, los propietarios muy amablemente nos dirigió a una tienda local de chocolate que nos llevó al pub y disfrutamos junto con nuestras cervezas. En general, un lugar muy agradable para pasar unas horas de la tarde.

Fui allí para mi boda mi madre y las bebidas estaban muy bien, la comida era deliciosa. El personal era amable y excelente servicio al cliente. Los precios eran de una cantidad razonable para pagar.

Excellent beer and ambience, with choice of three good bitters. Parking on road, couple of bars and beer garden. Food not served but you are welcome to take your own food in to consume on the premises.

Whilst visiting friends in Bodmin, the plans for some sightseeing in Cornwall were drowned in a four day long spell of heavy rain and mist. The back-up plan turned out to be a discovery of some of the local pubs in Bodmin itself. On Higher Bore street we chose the Masons Arms and had a few pints of ale. I noticed that one of them had the same logo on the tap as the pub logo (a stone mason at work) and I asked if it was their own brand. The owner explained that it had been "a fortunate accident". He has always a guest ale on tap and when the brewer of Tintagel came with a delivery he asked if he would try a cask of beer that he had made but with a wrong kind of grain. The cask lasted.... 1 day, the pubowner ordered some more and they too went very quickly. As the customers still asked for more he called up the brewer and said: "do you remember how you made this mistake-beer ?" Luckely he knew and made some more. As it was an un-named beer but only available in the Masons Arms the brewer asked it's owner to give it a name and he christened it Masons Arms Keystone.After a few more guest appearances it became the home beer (always on tap).Because it is such a good ale, it is now also available elsewhere but with a different name: King Arthur's Ale.If you're in the area, don't miss out on the chance of having a pint of Keystone.

My partner and I first visited the Mason's Arms around New Year 2014/5, and it had everything I look for in a pub - friendly but not overbearing management and staff, comfortable surroundings, interesting real ales and a roaring fire (complete with an extremely warm and happy cat).We visited again last weekend - I unfortunately don't live locally - and was pleasantly surprised that the Landlady remembered not only me, but also what I drank in there over three months ago! Plenty of good-natured banter draws one in, so upon leaving I almost felt like a local. As others have said, The Mason's Arms no longer serves food, however they are happy for customers to bring in local take away food for consumption on the premises. If you enjoy a decent pint of ale, snug surroundings and a friendly atmosphere then this gem of a pub is for you. P.S - hope the ankle heals soon, Wendy.

This pub no longer does food but don't let that put you off.What it does do is provide just about the best welcome in Bodmin.Couple that with great beer at sensible prices and what more could you want?Don't forget to check out the charity calendar and see who you recognise!Just wish it was walking distance from home.

there were 16 of usmade ,pre-arranged stop off with the staff.made very very welcome,very attentive,even organised our fish n chips from the chippy across the road(no food)

We had a christening for my partner, our 2 boys and myself. We hired Masons Arms function room for the after party and Wendy and Paul went above and beyond to help us. We couldn't of ask for any more, they were brilliant. All our guests said that the pub was lovely, welcoming and most of all what friendly staff. All round 5 stars. Would highly recommend them to all my friends and family.

Passed by and they just happened to have a beer festival on with a dozen or so real alesGreeting and service was great and make sure you get a tour of the inn

I arrived at this pub rather more quickly than I had hoped, tripping over the pavement side which is poorly lit and built up for storms. I injured my face and knee. Wendy and Paul immediately sprang into action to help me with their first aid training, warmth and helpfulness. After a couple of brandies a coffee and a takeaway fish and chips which they kindly got me from over the road I began to feel more human and went back there next few nights to sample their excellent ever changing real ale which they are rightly proud of. Its a comfortable pub with an interesting history overlooking the old jail site. They have a real fire no distraction from multiple TVs .. a good place to relax and socialise. highly recommended

I love this place. Proper Cornish Ales and run by people who know what they're doing. I always bring visitors here and they enjoy the homely surroundings and warm welcome. No food but you can bring along your own from one of the quality take always nearby...and enjoy it with an ale!

The pub no longer sells food and therefore should not be classified as a restaurant. It does however serve a good pint of traditional real ale and the locals are friendly.

What a friendly Pub!! Stopped in for a pitstop on a long bike ride. The management were extremely helpful and accommodating for my bike and I. A great little Pub.

Just to say thank you all very much for your Hospitality the other Sunday 11 Aug 2013 from myself (Andy Trigg Morris) and my biker friends who had come down from Stafford for a weekend camping. They allowed us to eat our takeaway in the pub, they even supplied the plates and eating irons, what a brilliant idea. The beer is always good here with guest ales often being available.

I popped into the Masons Arms for a quick pint on my way to the Indian restaurant, and ended up staying the whole evening. The landlords, Paul and Wendy got chatting (they're good at that!) and suggested I eat my takeaway at the pub, which I duely did. The pub doesn't serve food so customers are welcome to consume their own food there. What a great idea. The beer on offer was local and served in excellent condition, and apparantly their range is ever-changing with many guest ales. Great pub - highly recommended!

Excellent choice of beers and service to match. The service was good and the landlady and locals very friendly. Plenty of things happening diring the week and weekend (we took part in the quiz and came last). Thanks for a great evening and see you again next time were in the area ( the northern illegitimates).

My fine gentleman friends And myself visited this pub on a night out for our train spotters annual shin dig, we had heard that the venue serves tremendous ales and stupendous food..... The recommendations were not wrong, we were satisfied, even my mate Big Alfred who is quite partial to his garlic mushrooms.My issue was the landlady, a petite specimen with the sting of a scorpion. When I enquired as to where the Tartare Sauce was for my Plaice Goujons she snapped at me with a bitter tone in her voice that made me feel most uneasy. Even Me mate Big Maximillian, muttered in my left ear that I must have done something to upset the lady of the house.All in all, great pub, good ales, pleasant food but the landlady was a bit snappy and I got the distinct vibe that her husband was very much told what to do. My bi sexual pal Big Marcus was a bit flirty with the landlord and the landlady was certainly quick to dampen the banter and assert her authority on her hubby.Worth a visit but a touch like Fawlty Towers

An excellent pub with an exceptional landlady. Friendly, helpful... excellent beer. Shame that they no longer do food, because of fall in demand. I'll be back.

......by far!It was a lovely sunny day, spending it in their 'beer garden'. It's so homely.The food was amazing, I had steak, cooked perfectly and the portion size was very generous! The locals were very friendly, even buying us rounds of drinks! Playing pool and using the juke box was how we spent a lot of our evening. Laughing and joking with the regulars. Prices weren't bad either.I thoroughly recommend this pub, it is definitely worth a visit!

Well... what can I say? Wendy and Paul who own the Masons are so hospitable. We moved from Guernsey and they made us feel so welcome, the food was excellent and the service the same.My husband and I asked if we could have our wedding reception in their function room. They helped me with the entertainment and gave me a good deal on the food. Our wedding reception was so good because of all the hard work Wendy and Paul put in. What a lovely day.I would recommend the Masons Arms as an excellent venue for wedding receptions, birthday parties etc..

Was just stopping through for a night and after catching the reviews on tripadvisor, decided to drop in and really glad we did. Paul & Wendy were amazingly nice to us, giving us a tour of the pub and letting us order from the take away shop across the road having just missed eating hours. Such a cute and cosy place. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the neighbourhood.

Stopped here enroute to west Cornwall, with a tired and hungry family. A great stop-off, with lovely homemade food and staff who couldn't do enough. We even got the history of bodmin gaol, which we could see from the window. Would thoroughly recommend for a stop-off or an evening.

The masons is a really nice traditional pub and they have a good selection of real ale some of the best I've tasteted and there mixed grill was delicious will be going again

Lovely pub with good choice of real ales. Food (via bar menu) was great- tasty, homemade, generous portions, served piping hot- great value for money.What made it for us was the friendliness of all locals and staff including the proprietors who chatted to us and made us feel very welcome.Would definitely recommend this pub!

Very hospitable owners with great service and most accommodating. Restaurant has a great view of Bodmin Jail and the top bar has a great group of regulars for great conversation and many laughs. Don't mention the cricket!

The service at the Mason's Arms was excellant. The Landlord & Landlady made us all feel very welcome. The food was the best that we have all had in a public house in Bodmin for a very long time.If only more people realised that behind the front of the this lovely little pub there is a lovely large restaurant with a window that goes right up to the apex with garden & parking.It is also child friendly,at night you have got view of Bodmin jail lit up.

A lovely cosy pub, good local ales, and a friendly welcome, we had a great meal. It is nice to find a proper pub with proper food.

My wife and I were visiting the local Camel Valley and staying in Bodmin for the night, after a meal n a local restaurant we decided to pop into the Masons Arms for a quick pint as it looks so cosy in side.We were not disappointed, the pub is well furnished and very traditional with a wide selection of Real Ales from local breweries.We were made to feel very welcome by the Landlord and Lady and had a thoroughly enjoyable night.Highly recommended and the menu looked very good at reasonable prices and although we didn't eat there on this occasion we certainly will if we return to Bodkin.A must for any visitor.. The Landlord and Lady

On a wet Wednesday evening we received an extremely warm welcome both from the landlady and the locals. Loved the 3 x 1/3 pint sample beers when we couldn't make up our minds. We were very comfortable up in the bar, but the restaurant looked very welcoming and there were several families dining

Everytime we come down from Northampton we always go to the Masons. The owners are exceptionally friendly and go out of their way to make you feel welcome. They have a fantastic third of a pint real ale tasting tray so you can try their fantastic beers. The food is very good value and tasty.

We went for a meal to the masons arms as a family after our father passed away, we had to wait nearly an hour for our food and we were the only people there. When the food finally arrived it was the smallest portions of food you could imagine and they got the order wrong . We politely requested the correct food and informed the owner who served us that for the money the portions were very small !! He then told us ,in a very rude manner, that we would have to wait 30 mins which you can understand was not acceptable . We asked for our money back, he refused. So I had it out with him. Eventually I got our money back and he had the nerve to ask us to leave. My family or I will never go there again, and I recommend you don't waste your time either. I'm a restaurant manager and take a lot of pride in customer service and the food which I serve . The masons arms in Bodmin is nothing less than appalling .Carl Brennan.

We decided to go for A Sunday roast once we knew who the Landlord and Lady were. It has been a while since we have been to the Masons and have to say we were not disappointed! The roast was superb!We have been back a couple of evenings for a meal since then and every time cannot fault the welcome, atmosphere and the food! The flour-less chocolate almond tart is definitely the way to go for dessert - Delicious!!!!!

When we visited Bodmin, my partner and I spent a great evening in The Masons. Several Real Ales that were all good and the best food in Cornwall. Wonderful welcome from Wendy and her husband Paul who run the pub. If you go to Bodmin, do not miss this place. Fantastic

Visited Bodmin on New Year with my girlfriend- couldn't find anywhere to eat but the friendly barman at the Masons Arms told us there was a buffet and that we were welcome to join in. Several drinks later, we were later approached by the landlady demanding to know if we were local and if we had brought anything for the buffet. Had to leave and go somewhere else to see in 2011. What a way to treat your customers after her own barman had invited us to eat from the buffet.Probably quite a decent pub if the landlady knows your face.

We live in Bodmin & choose The Masons Arms every time now that Paul & Wendy are landlords. We know we are assured of a warm welcome, friendly atmosphere & great home cooked pub grub..... and, of course, a fine selection of Cornish ales too (& not just the usual selection). We often have guests staying with us & they get the same fantastic service & friendly welcome even though they're just passing through. Every town should have a pub like this one.