Old Town Inn in Cornwall, Isles of Scilly

We visited three times over our fortnight holiday and on each occasion the welcome we received made us feel valued. During the visits we ate once-delicious, enjoyed the open mic night and on the last visit simply had a couple of drinks at the bar. Great atmosphere and a fabulous pub to visit.

Walked in at midday to book an early dinner table for my wife and I - admittedly first impressions were ‘ dated working man’s club’ , but I was nicely greeted by manager / owner (?) , and the Chef who was out momentarily out front . We returned at 6 pm , the pub was reasonably busy and we were seated at our reserved table - two lads ( obviously trainees) were behind the bar ,but both were pleasant and responsive with guidance . The menu is adequate with a reasonable range of typical pub foods - I would have liked a more explicit explanation of the Fish Chowder from the staff , but subsequently decided on Baked Ham , eggs and fries plus a side salad .My wife chose the Lasagne . Both dishes were well presented and tasty ; the unavailability of any form of Mustard to accompany the Ham (apparently they ‘had a rush on English mustard last night ‘ !) was mildly disappointing . In short , we were satisfied with the meal , and would return .

we rang the Old Town Inn when our Skybus flight was cancelled to see if they could possibly accommodate us, we were recommend OTI from people at the airport, when we rang our call was immediately met with sarcasm and laughter. quote from the male on the other end of the phone 'ha! ha! good luck!' - the most unhelpful and quite frankly cruel manner of speaking to someone in my opinion!

The carvery at Old Town Inn came highly recommended and didn't disappoint! We were advises to book, and glad we did as not surprisingly it was busy. There was a great selection at the carvery, and everything was delicious. The staff were brilliant, and there was a great atmosphere. We enjoyed it so much, we're going back again! Thank you so much OTI!

i've been coming to the islands for 30 years and can safely say this pub is the best on the island , we did the quiz with the family , went to sunday roast best on the island. with the games .. board games , darts & pool lots to do and food is amazing... really worth coming... made the holiday

Having never been to the Old Town Inn before on my visits to the Islands, I thought I would give it a go. It proved to be the right choice. The food was delicious, the staff very attentive. The food didn't take long to come out. This is a dog friendly pub. Definitely recommend a visit. Will return when next on the Islands.

Extremely expensive food that was of poor quality. Would not recommend and have cancelled our booking for Sunday carvery.

After walking for some miles we chose to go to Old Town Inn on St Mary’s Isles of Scilly. On walking in to order, someone was being served and a second person behind the bar did not appear to be working so I queued to wait. Someone came in behind us and got served immediately. I complained and got a grunt of notice. Then ordering sandwiches from a dull menu, we asked how the bread was cut, we didn’t want “door steps”. Assured not, we ordered. Thick supermarket soft white arrived and the egg in egg mayonnaise was dominated by the mayo. Not an experience to repeat!

A somewhat different place from when last visited (around 4 years ago). We were here to watch the panto and really appreciated the difference the new owners have made. The panto was great fun with a full house on the night. The drinks and other refreshments were reasonably priced too. Looking forward to visiting again on our next visit to the islands.

What a fantastic little place. The OTI has a very peaceful atmosphere, it's very homely, has a great menu, and the staff are really lovely. We popped in for a few drinks one evening and then went back for a meal a few nights later. We had the breaded king prawns, calamari, the piri piri chicken burger, beef lasagna and the beef burger. All of the starters and mains were delectable and we will be going back again when on the IOS next. All of the above was washed down with Ratler, Atlantic IPA and Scilly Gin & Navas Tonic. Thanks OTI. 26/10/2023

First visit to the Old Town Inn for a sandwich lunch and drink. Nice to have an alternative to the Hugh Town pubs. It’s clear the new owners have put a lot of effort in to the decor which looked great. Food was very good - both in quality and value for money - and the staff were very friendly. Will visit again for sure!

Stopped in here on a wander around the fringe of St Marys and it made a perfect lunch stop away from the cruise ship crowds. Plenty of space inside with a variety of seating options or two outdoor garden areas, one on the street, the other out the back. A good range of sandwiches and drink options to choose from, we tried a beef sandwich and some cheesy chips, both were great. Perfect, knowledgeable service as well when we were unsure about beverages. Recommended

I visited my sister and brother-in-law who live on St Mary's and my friend and I stayed in a room at the Old Town Inn for three nights. Jack and Gareth couldn't have been more welcoming. The room was very clean and comfortable. We ate in the pub and can recommend the food. We also enjoyed the Monday quiz night!

Lovely pub with friendly landlord and decent beers including Neck Oil. Dog friendly too. Decided to eat a meal there, but unfortunately was disappointed. Normal pub fayre, decent chips and scampi but the chilli con carne was very average and uninteresting, microwaved rice with a few tortilla chips and a large bowl of pretty tasteless minced beef with chilli beans and little taste, I can definitely make a chilli better than this. Shame as it is a great pub for drinks.

My girlfriend and I stayed in the Old Town Inn for 5 nights. Nothing was too much for Jack and the team. It was great to stay on a different part of the island and be able to get to appreciate more than just Hugh Town on St Mary’s. Huge rooms, great bar with some first class events. Food was excellent, service and welcome even better. Exceptional value and a real highlight of our stay.

Lovely weekend visit, rocking band, great pint of Solar Wave and grabbed a cheese salad before my walk back to Hugh Town. Thanks will he back.

Went there today. I had the marie rose prawn Sandwich at £9:50. Very little prawns in it and sauce like water. I asked for no tomatoes as I'm allergic and the salad came with tomatoes. My better half had a goat cheese salad for £12.50 and I was like a child's portion in a tappered bowl. I have been on scilly for a long time and worst meal I have ever had. £31 for terrible food

I went for a poetry reading and some supper. The venue was very good and the evenings poetry was fabulous but the menu was limited plus the staff were trying very hard and I think some of them were new. It was rather a muddle but all in all I enjoyed the evening

Sadly disappointed, food was not the best value for money not good,each year we arrive here and always have one meal here but its not improving..Service,excellent, staff friendly

Old Town Inn is a hidden gem that offers an exceptional bar service experience. From the moment I walked through the door, I was greeted with warmth and hospitality that set the tone for an unforgettable evening. The star of the show, without a doubt, was the amazing bartender, Jevon.

Great pub frequented by locals but friendly to tourists too. Only 15 mins walk from Hugh Town, so a delightful change of scene.

Had.Sunday lunch today with my son. Lovely choice of veg nice choice of meat very nicely cooked well worth a visit.

A great place. Very friendly and extremely welcoming. Food tasty and well presented. Newly converted barn attractive, spacious and comfortable. Definitely would visit again.

Had a banging hamburger and chips and a very very reasonable price. Highly recommend coming here great selection of beers also.

The place to go if you want to hear foul language and very noisy drinkers propping up the bar while the barman did nothing about it! A huge disappointment, the place lacked any atmosphere, was down at heel, scruffy with hard uncomfortable, basic furniture and...

Over 55 years , Sunday lunch was the worst ever experienced on the Islands Poorly cooked food and expensive for what you got

Been a few times in the last month since it has re-opened. It’s so good to see the pub have new life breathed into it. Decor is great and a good selection of beers. Best of all is the Lantern, the back room of the...

We walked here from Hugh Town, hoping to have our dinner. However, we were required to pay a £10 premium on the cost of the food because there was a folk singer performing. We turned round and walked back to Hugh Town.

Food was dire, although the staff were friendly enough. But I have never had French Onion soup where there was no cheese, and it was so tasteless and thin you could see the bottom of the plate! The only bread was sliced - no sign of crusty bread. The whitebait was frozen and was far too heavy on the breadcrumbs. And it was not cheap!

Stopped by this establishment as we walked around the island starting in Hugh Town, walking to Old Town. Arrived as the facility opened up to take our lunchtime order. The food, drink and ambience combined to provide us with a satisfying and effectively efficient culinary experience which exceeded our expectations. Catered and serviced efficiently and effectively by the proprietor. Wonderful - can't praise it enough.

Worst meal of our holiday on the Isles of Scilly. Although friendly, the staff seemed to prefer to sit around at the bar chatting, rather than looking after customers. The meals were average at best and very overpriced for what they were. We got the impression that tourists were not that welcome.

Looks like a ‘spit and sawdust’ type place, but all in our party thoroughly enjoyed the home-style cooking. The lasagne portions were big and delicious. This is an old worn pub, but we found COVID-19 were being followed-it’s not a Wetherspoon. The slight disadvantage was the very expensive taxi to and from town.

The pub looks good on outside but on inside is rather austere Music rather loud not helped by screeching child in bar area. We were given menu by barman with no mention of fish specials that were available We ordered steaks which were ok as there were no starters listedApart from our drinks when we arrived, no one came to ask if we would another until they came to clear plates No desserts offeredIn these days of table only service ,they need to improve on this Not worth trek out of Hugh Town

We booked a table on the advice of a local. So we arrived to a soulless, school hall feeling place with no warmth or atmosphere.Dirty table to start with. Ordered one Lasagne which was nice but small, and a vegetable curry. The curry was served in a greasy popadum with overcooked rice with another greasy popadum on side. Tiny portion, kids size really. Horrendously overpriced for a very sub-standard meal. Got the impression if your not local and a tourist you'll be ripped off. Dont bother.

The staff were unfriendly. The first beer we had was iffy. We tried another beer but it also tasted funny. perhaps the pipes needed cleaning.We sat outside at a dirty table with glass marks and loads of dead leaves and stuff.. A member of staff was sat on a bench near to us smoking. We thought she might have gone to get a cloth. No chance.No food available on Sunday lunchtime.

£19+ for two local gin and tonics. Gin completely tasteless. We had big discussion with Barman and bar proper-upper about sitting in the back garden and when friends arrived to join us they were told we were not in the pub. Only encounter on the whole of the Isles of Scilly which was seemingly unfriendly and ridiculously overpriced. Turns out even some locals avoiding it now. Not impressed.

A short taxi ride, but with no street lighting between St MAry's and Old Town do no recommend walking. Good Pub type food, well spaced out tables and good service.

A great small pub that we used twice whilst out walking for lunch and drinks. Very friendly staff and a small menu. Some outside seating. Check before you go as does not open every day.

Situated a little way out of town a historical pub with a couple of beer gardens. The young staff were polite and efficient offering a lovely menu and good selection of beer and island gin.

What an I say - we went twice so that speaks billions! Plenty of fresh cooked veg, a spacious table in the bar, choice of beef, pork and chicken (my only gripe is that I wish the chicken and pork were free range) and plenty of different home cooked puddings. Good value, good atmosphere and to be recommended.

Wandered down to Old Town from the main centre in St Mary’s for a beer and some food. Although we had been before some years ago we were surprised how much it had changed and how friendly the staff were towards us. Beer was good Draught Bass and a couple of St Austell beers. Went back a couple days later for beer and food and was blown away by the Thai dish which was superb. Only thing I would prefer would be Mena Dhu St Austell stout rather than Guinness but minor issue! Worth a visit if you like beer and good food!

Booked a couple of nights in the BB, good friendly staff, room good size and comfortable, had the cooked breakfast which was just the right amount and was very good. I was traveling with a dog so for a BB to take dogs in the room is excellent.Would stay again.

A brilliant local pub with great atmosphere, serves superb Sunday Roasts with great service with a smile

This pub is in Old Town and if you want a good pub with good food then this place is great. It's not fancy, but doesn't profess to be. Locals and visitors use it and although we never saw it packed, it seemed to be nicely busy. It's USP is perhaps it's weekly showing of the film Why the Whales Came, based on the book by Michael Morpurgo each Wednesday. We ended up eating here 3 times and on each occasion the food was really good. Whether Fish and Chips, Pizza or Roast, it was tasty. Don't come here if you're in a rush, but if you want a chilled, leisurely evening, then this place is worth a look!

We stayed for two nights it was a great place to stay while visiting and exploring lovely staff friendly and very helpful and we ate there one night would stay again thank you

Saw the Chinese evening advertised and booked in and was not disappointed . The Chinese food was as tasty as the Chinese takeaway at home. Well done Old Town Inn!

We booked for dinner at 7:15pm on Wednesday evening at the Old Town Inn (about 15 minutes walk from Hugh town) in order to watch the film 'Why the Whales came' which is based on the Michael Morpurgo book of the same name. The setting is on Bryher so we thought this would be good whilst holidaying in the Scilly Isles. You pay £5 a person to see the film and unfortunately it was a very poor quality print. However it was shown on a big screen with comfortable chairs. So we enjoyed it - although it isn't a great film! The food was OK and reasonably priced (we paid £37.90 for two main meals and two glasses of wine.) But it took over 35 minutes for them to deliver the food to our table after ordering and frankly it looked like they were understaffed. So disappointing in some ways. There are nicer places to eat - although most in Hugh Town.

This is a lovely pub it was warm and cosy on a rainy day. The staff were friendly and helpful. We didn't stay for lunch as it was a Sunday and we hadn't booked. But the food looked great.

Visited for an evening meal, traditional pub grub. Fair meal though would have liked to have had the option of no salad dressing. Burgers tasty, Scampi was as you’d expect. Pleasant staff. Good car park for cart then you walk through the back entrance via the pub garden. We ate inside. Overall overpriced compared to main land but that’s to be expected.

We came here for lunch and had two really tasty sandwiches and shared a portion of the most delicious chips. The staff were friendly and it was a perfect place for a quick lunch stop. My only slightly negative comment is that the outdoor area was a bit tatty and in need of some tlc That said, it was very pleasant having a beer, sandwich and chips in the garden on a hot day. I would definitely return.

Just over the road from B&B.; Had nice meal and a few local beers. Very friendly service with a smile.

We have only ever visited here on a Sunday for the roast, so can't comment on the rest of the week, but the Sunday roast is really good and value for money. The choice when we visited was beef, pork, lamb or nut roast. Good vale.

We'd done a day trip on Scillonian, so only time for a short walk along the coast from Hugh Town to Old Town. We decided to stop at the Old Town Inn for lunch in the garden at the rear. Somersby cider was good but the food was decidedly average at best, and expensive. I had fish and chips, and was expecting much better than I got. Don't get me wrong, it was perfectly OK, but other pubs on the Scillies can do much, much better.

stopped for a drink and a bite to eat, we were greeted by a messy car park with locked back entrance and no signs saying try the front door, beer garden was at the back so had to walk our drinks all the way round to the back again or sit at the front of the bar, which we did, but we were then looking on to the main road. didn't stay for food.

stopped for a drink on our walk, good atmosphere, plenty of Skybus planes overhead. Would definitely return!

Das Old Inn bietet typisch britische Pub-Gerichte und einige asiatische Gerichte. Bei unserem Besuch war nur noch ein begrenzten Angebot erhältlich - aber so ist es nun mal auf einer Insel.

Although the layout doesn't feel like a traditional pub, the beers were well conditioned (particularly liked the old town ale which was similar to st Austell proper job). The food was pretty good portion size and quality, with a visit.

We popped in for a light lunch as we were walking past and shared a beef sandwich and calamari, with a couple of beers. Everything was very good so we returned for dinner a couple of days later. This time we both opted for the King Prawn Red Curry. The dish contained lots of prawns and Thai veg, but the sauce was a bit too hot for our taste and what I normally associate with a red Thai curry. The main bar area was full so we ate in the back room which was rather soulless and resembled a church hall. Friendly service.

We usually have a meal here during our holiday. The beer is always well kept and the food honest. I had a pizza, which was ok but the chips were amazing.

We were cycling past and just popped in on off chance they had a table for two. It wasn’t that busy so we got sat down straight away. Ordered 2 roast beef dinners which were served with lots of homemade fresh veg (including swede!) a big Yorkshire and 3 huge slices of meat. Oh and cauliflower cheese too. The meal was delicious and hot.

Myself and my husband were staying on St Marys in the Isle of Scilly for 9 days and noticed on Facebook that the Old Town Inn still had a few spaces for Sunday lunch, so we called to book that day. What a fantastic choice! Under new management the food was fantastic! There was a choice of 4 meats and one vegitarian, so we both chose lamb. It arrived within 15 minutes with proper roast potatoes, yorkshire pud, carrots, swede, brocolli and extra gravy, mint sauce and cauliflower cheese on the side! What a portion! As good eaters, we managed to clear our plates, with no room for a pud! Highly recommended, will book again for next year!

We stopped here for lunch on a Sunday. Found they only offered a roast on Sundays so, as a vegetarian I was a little dubious. However, my nut roast was delicious and my husband's roast beef meal was excellent. The portions were large and the atmosphere friendly.

Nice old pub, but renovations made the place soulless, however the hosts more than made up for this. Having been for a drink the previous night we thought we’d give it a try for our evening meal the next night as the food coming out looked to be of a good pub standard. However we were disappointed with our overall dining experience, although we’d only ordered the top of the range burgers we found them to be over cooked and greasy. This was a great shame as we really wanted to patronise this dog friendly pub as it was a convenient 15 minute walk through a nature reserve from where we were staying in Mount Flagon.

We visited the week before the gig racing started so not overly busy (to use as an excuse). A friendly welcome to a fairly quiet evening, two other groups eating and a few couples having a drink.

Pub food with a smile, what's not to like? Grandson was disappointed not to get a game of pool but if that's all we can complain about, then it's a good place. We always walk from and to the airport and this place is perfectly placed for our first and last stop.

We arrived at the pub to be greeted by a very miserable looking lady who huffed and pulled faces when 6 people arrived at once just after the restaurant had opened. They didn’t have what we wanted on the menu and when we tried to order it we were told, we haven’t got it. When a man arrived behind the bar she immediately changed her attitude and when she came to the table to bring our food she was like a different person. The food was lovely, but the whole experience was spoilt by our dreadful welcome

We went here twice during our holiday both times we had a good pub meal the atmosphere is friendly and they serve a good pint of beer

Just had a great pizza and scampi, just what is needed on IOS something a bit more basic but made well. Good beer and a huge selection of ciders. We will return.

Nice quiet spot on the road through Old Town. Has a small courtyard in front with seating. Does hot and cold food which is reasonable in price.

Came here to have a family dinner, and I got the burger. The chips were nice and crunchy outside but fluffy inside like how they are meant to be, the burger was cooked just right!! Will be back for food again!

Visited here as a group of 3 ‘visually Impaired’ customers, on our first night on the island, wish we hadn’t bothered!

We stayed and ate here during the recent Scilly Swim challenge. The accommodation was great - spacious, clean, private and the pub was a real bonus. great breakfasts and an excellent evening menu with local fish and an range of specials including a great fish stew. Staff and service excellent. There is a function room and therefore a good mix of locals and visitors. You can sit out at the front and there is a hidden garden at the back. Its about a 15 minute walk from Hugh Town and the coastal route is spectacular.

The food was ok, nice and hot, presentable, served quickly and cooked to our liking. The staff were a bit grumpy, one word grunts / answers to questions about the availability of drinks and what menus items were available that evening. Things got better when we were asked if the food was ok, but laughed at when the waitress saw how little was left, we would have explained that the reason for eating so quickly was because we wanted to leave quickly.....not made to feel welcome, it wasn’t particularly busy, even tho they were late opening.

Great Sunday lunch with good selection to choose from. Quick service and food was hot. My wife said the gravy was not 'home made' but apart from that, very good value for money. Stayed for a few too many 'double's afterwards but a good walk around the coastal paths helped.

We had such a lovely evening here. Great food, good local beer and a great range of gin and cider. Very friendly and welcoming bar staff. Highly recommended

Old time pub with a great menu, good brews and lots of locals with their dogs. Everything is made to order so sit back and relax, it's worth the wait.

We dined here on Bank Holiday Monday and were surprised the pub and dining room were so quiet - we’d heard locally that in the Sunday lunch they were so full they were turning people way.

Another excellent Sunday roast,the first being in May. Really tasty chicken and beef both beautifully cooked with well cooked variety of vegetables and roast potatoes. Helpful friendly service we were asked 3 times if we needed anything extra, and if all was ok. Finished with the brilliant Troy Town ice cream, what could be better. Would recommend it anytime.

Excellent inn, lovely food, beer, staff and ambience. We had dinner here. Roast pork and a smaller portion for me, £5 cheaper. The food was delicious, the veg perfect and the portion size great. Thank you. Nice staff and beer.

This place made an already amazing trip to the Scilly Isles even more special - I was travelling alone but each time I went in, I ended up having so much fun with some lovely, interesting locals who made me feel so welcome, it was like I’d been there for ages. The staff were so friendly and Paul and Maggie really take time out to make you feel part of the gang. The pub quiz on a Tuesday was brilliant too. I ate here two out of three nights and it was faultless - generous portions and proper home cooked food. If I haven’t drunk it all, their house red is fantastic! I only wish I’d gone earlier in the season so I could go back before the end of summer! Can’t wait to visit again...

Try the Rebellion Rum. You won't be disappointed. This is a must visit pub every time we go to St. Marys. They always make a fuss of us.

If you’re looking for some simple pub grub whilst sitting amongst the locals, then the Old Town Inn is the place to be. The food was simple but cooked well and priced accordingly. The staff were very friendly and the service was good. Great place to go for weary travellers who seek a relaxed place to eat.

We have eaten here before and been very satisfied but on this occasion not so. Thai fishcakes were small, rubbery and lacking in flavour. Eventually after 2 complaints received with assurances that they were satisfactory the meal was replaced.

Recommend Sunday Roast. 10 minute walk from Hugh town. Lots of ciders and ales. Great family pub. A must visit.

Today my partner and I visited the Old Town Inn for something to eat for our tea. We both ordered cheese and bacon burgers which were absolutely delicious. The bacon was nice and crispy. The roll and burger were both homemade. The staff were extremely friendly and went above and beyond for us. They do accept card payments here and dogs were welcome. Definitely worth a visit!!

We come to the Scillies twice a year and generally go to the OTI twice per visit. Once a year, up to 10 of usgo, and the other time there is between 2 and 4 of us. The welcome has always been good...untill tonight.

Good beer and a great portobello mushroom burger after a coastal path walk. Friendly service and lovely outdoor patio seating area.

We visit here each year for the Sunday roast. The food was good but they do not serve coffee which came as a surprise.

Booked for an evening meal. Beautifully cooked and tasty. Pleasant staff. Great evening out. Good selection of meals.

walked from Hugh town to find that there was no food on a Wednesday. odd in A tourist area and even odder that the pubs website didn't mention the fact. we won't be back.

We had mixed experiences here. The first time we went we had homemade pizzas which took a long time to prepare but they did warn us but were delicious, then we went on Father's day and they weren't doing pizzas sadly but we had the nut roast. I asked for it without gravy or roast potatoes it came with both and it was all highly salted, such a shame, you can always add salt. I really liked the wide range of unusual ciders.

We stayed here for three nights for B&B; and it was lovely. We had a large room and a good size bathroom. The rooms are on the side of the pub (so you don’t have to go into the pub to get to your room).

We called in for an evening meal and were not dissapointed with the food we had. The Owners and staff were very welcoming, friendly and helpfull. Local beers are on tap

After enjoying a delicious Sunday roast last year, we were looking for a repeat performance. We were shown to our table and when I went to sit down near my wife, the waiter told me to sit opposite her as there was a dog sprawled across the floor (at this point we looked round and saw not 1 but 4 dogs in the restaurant part of the pub - what about hygiene regulations) I declined and sat where I wanted to eventually the people on the next table moved the dog. We were to be sadly disappointed food wise, despite booking a roast 2 weeks in advance there were none "saved" from lunchtime (this rang alarm bells as it suggested it wouldn't have been freshly cooked that evening). Instead we ordered from the menu, the first (main) course took 60 minutes to be served. My Clam and Bacon linguine was minus any clams and the linguine was well overcooked, my wife's pizza was supposed have 4 toppings on it and looked like a child had put it together. All in all a very disappointing meal, such a shame that a place can go downhill so much in 12 months. The OTI IPA was a very good pint though.

Stayed locally so attended the well organised Tuesday quiz after good pub grub too. Friendly staff, good menu & prices

We visited the pub on quiz night by accident for the first time.

Visited many times over the years and always had great food and a friendly welcome.

Lovely Pub / Hall / locals hang out....it caters for a lot of things ! good beer range and although we didn't have any food , the portions look generous

Eaten here twice in our weeks holiday on Scilly throughly enjoyed our meals very hot tasty and good value for money Worth walking out from Hugh Town for

Had a delicious meal with friends . We were so pleased to find this pub was just as good as last year!!!!