Rising Sun Inn in Cornwall, Isles of Scilly - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

Amazing accidental find. Completely blown away by the food - we are booking twice on our next trip

Went here for a meal, food excellent, Staff very friendly, good atmosphere and very dog friendly, lovely rural surroundings.

Sarah and I had lunch here today to celebrate our wedding anniversary. The meal was outstanding service was friendly and I can’t get over the value. We both had 3 courses Sarah had a large glass of white and I had 2 orange juice and tonic and the bill was £57. Can’t recommend highly enough.

Really cozy inn and pub with very friendly staff and great burger. They have a very nice campsite - good value - on a field next to the inn.

Food spot on, delicious and local, fresh ingredients you can taste it!👌

The Rising Sun is a lovely venue. Dining area is very pleasant, there's also outdoor seating when weather permits. The food was way beyond pub grub. They were very attentive regarding Allergens( (I'm coeliac, so need GF options) Staff were friendly and attentive. There's a good selection of beers, ciders and spirits. Definitely worth a visit.

Absolutely fabulous meal with friends one week and family the next. Can't rate the place highly enough

A welcoming locals pub. The staff seemed really friendly and happy to help with any requirements. One of the ales that is on tap is produced by a gentleman that frequents the pub too. A relaxing atmosphere.

Really excellent food. Nice atmosphere, and friendly staff. A hidden gem.

We were staying at a nearby property for the weekend and fell foul of marketing of a Sunday roast at the Jamaca Inn. It was very poor, so on route back to our accommodation we stopped at the Rising Sun Inn to drown our sorrows at being so foolish. Upon walking into the Rising sun, we instantly noticed it had an atmosphere and the barman/landlord welcomed us. I tried an IPA by a local brewery and it transpired that the brewer was standing next to me. Nice pub, good beer and will certainly be back to try the roast!

Booked a table for lunch after the recommendation of a friend. Staff were friendly and efficient . The pub itself is a typical country pub with no airs and graces but this is what we like in a traditional pub. Food was excellent and certainly by far the best pub food we have had in a long time. Not the cheapest food but certainly worth the money. We will be back in the near future

Without doubt the best steak I've eaten in many years. Beautifully cooked and presented. The pint of Wadsworth amarillo gold was also excellent. I love the fact that the bar is traditional pub and the restaurant area is quite contemporary.

Don't come here! I want to keep this gem of a place to myself, the food is amazing, great flavour combinations, perfect portions, I can't wait to return!!

A Hidden Gem we came across, will definitely be returning. A lovely welcome and delicious food. Thank you

Very friendly staff, didnt book yet they got us in straight away.

This is most definitely a little gem of an Inn, food great, staff great and a lovely atmosphere with great value too

Really wonderful hidden gem. Such a lovely pub, staff are all really great and the food was amazing, we went for a Sunday roast, I am dairy intolerant and the chef made an amazing broccoli puree in place of the cauliflower cheese, it was really delicious. Our starters and desserts were all amazing as well. 10/10 recommend.

Brilliant food and service great options for gluten free also

I e hears lots of good stories and their reputation lived up to my expectations. Food was amazing for all of us, was served in very good time by polite staff. We are in the bar that seemed quite cold when the door was left open. We will most definitely be going back again. Thanks

Only had a coffee butvit was a nice resting and relaxing stop. Staff very friendly

Superb food, service and choices. Well worth the visit if you're in the area.

Only had a coffee but lovely place to sit and relax

Honestly the best food I’ve ever had sickishly lush and great customer service and lovely staff! Much better than any expensive food place I’ve been to and great prices!!! 😄

This is absolutely amazing everything! Service, food, atmosphere and surroundings! The lemon pudding was probably one of the most delicious and interesting things I’ve ever tasted 🥰

Not much fun .roast potatoes rock hard warm ups for the price they really could have tried harder

We are so fortunate to have such a lovely Inn close to us. The food is exceptional and I’m working my way through the gin menu! There are a few more no-alcohol drink choices now for the non-drivers/drinkers. Hard pushed to say which, for me, is best - evening dinner or Sunday roasts. I love them both. Service is cheery. Lovely wine list. Relaxed atmosphere with a friendly buzz.

Wonderful little pub, amazing food - the a la carte menu was exceptional value for money & friendly accommodating staff to squeeze a late booking in. Great selection of local beers and ales at a great price! 100% will pop in again when visiting home to see family.

Pre dining drink at a busy proper bar obviously used by regulars, or if preferred you can also sit in a soft furnished lounge area on the way to the restaurant. We selected from the set menu, great cooking, well balanced, imaginative and so flavoursome . Top relaxed and knowledgeable service all at a very reasonable price. Our first visit and we'll be back!

Booked a table for dinner based on other reviews and we were not disappointed! It was a quiet Wednesday evening and it was the three of us and several locals. To begin my husband had the spicy scotch egg and I helped my son with a couple of his Korean chicken wings - both dishes were fantastic and very tasty. For mains my son had the burger, my husband the steak and ale pie and I had the sirloin steak which I have to say was the best I have had in a very long time! The accompanying lettuce wedge served with a crispy topping, with mint and garlic was inspired - Miller and Carter take note! Too full for desserts and whist we finished our drinks, we sat and chatted to our fellow patrons and the lovely young lady behind the bar. A fantastic meal, with good company and would highly recommend seeking out this gem of a place if in the area - you won’t regret it!

This place is just a great example of fantastic food, superb service and great choice. Outstanding value for money. Can’t recommend it enough have been back several times and always take friends/family when they visit.

Only had the soup for lunch, but it was delicious. Staff were super friendly as were locals who told us Aussie visitors about the things to see and do in the area. Will be back for dinner this week for sure!

After a blustery, cold and very wet Sunday drive over Bodmin Moor it was such a delight to stumble across the Rising Sun Inn. We were given a warm welcome and settled in to the bar for Sunday Roast ... and what a lunch! Stunning quality beef that melted in the mouth with a lovely selection of seasonal veg. Sticky toffee pudding was light and rich with a creamy vanilla ice cream - delightful. The locally brewed stout beer was another surprise too! All in all a real gem of a pub - looking forward to returning soon!

Fantastic cheesy chips bro Service quick Food relatively cheap Very hearty little place

We visited for Sunday lunch, and were so impressed with the food, we came back for more to sample the main menu which was even better. Do visit if you can get a table, this is a little gem of a place with excellent drinks and a cosy pub with open fire as well as the restaurant.

Not the easiest place to find. Well worth it when you realise you are sitting in a traditional pub/restuarant offering such outstanding well sourced food. Cooked by a talented chef, with support from a great team. We felt this was the best meal we had had in a long time. Superb value

Our experience did not compare at all with other reviews. The food was very expensive.£22 for Pie and Mash and £18 for Burger and Chips. The latter I found quite unpleasant. Service was mediocre. This place has gone way downhill in my view, we will not bother again. To Rising Sun. Thank you for your prompt response. You seem to suggest that I don't know good quality food when I'm served it. I'm not impressed by your attitude and stand by all I have written. One thing for sure, Gingsters need not fear you as competitors. I note you don't address your "mediocre service".

Extraordinary, fine food and drinks menu. First time back after it changed ownership a couple years back and it was an outstanding experience. Beautifully prepared, fine restaurant food to tempt your taste buds. Really good local producers and warm welcome with very knowledgeable and attentive service team members. The food and wine pairings were a delightful surprise which we would not have normally considered. This will be a firm local favourite to return to time and time again. Great atmosphere and events to bring you back.

Amazing food in a lovely cosy atmosphere. We are from the set menu and every dish was a taste sensation.

Amazing food in a lovely cosy atmosphere. We both had three courses from the set menu and enjoyed every mouthful. The staff were all very friendly and helpful.

Popped in for dinner for the 2 for £15 deal. The restaurant was empty but the bar was busy. Service was pretty non existent but as its a pub perhaps I was expecting more than having to go to the bar to order as the staff just weren't around. The fish pie wasn't very good at all. Too much flour used for the sauce and this had a knock on effect to the taste. Overall, not impressed and I won't be rushing back to eat again. Perhaps the main menu would taste better.....

partner picked this place as a lunch to finish my birthday weekend and what a fantastic choice. It was warm, pleasant and welcoming. Service was fantastic and the food was unbelievably good. The pork and lamb just melted. Great value with the set menu 2 courses £15. As an added bonus, we got some extra free food, which was welcomed

We stumbled upon this pub last year and vowed to return on our next visit to Cornwall. If anything it has improved and is clearly well supported by the locals. The quality and presentation is super and to find on offer a specials menu at an unbelievable price was an added extra. The a la carte menu is wide ranging, sensibly priced and features locally sourced produce. Staff are bright young and engaging. Just wish we lived nearby.

Went there for dinner on a Thursday night. Atmosphere was great, pub quiz on. The food was really great for a pub at reasonable prices and would thoroughly recommend. Service was great also.

Top notch pub/restaurant, highly recommend, everything from start to finish was perfect, beautiful place to relax and enjoy fantastic food and beer

Lovely pub 👍. Nice, friendly vibes, relaxing atmosphere. Good menu, very tasty food. Staff is friendly and competent. I will definitely be back.😊 I have been back😁. Again, lovely place. Dogs friendly on the top of previous things. This time I have been enjoying they set menus dinner and it was amazing. Fish soup was a art😋👍

The service here was immaculate. Food was good too!

Took my girlfriend away for her 30th and was recommended this pub/restaurant for an evening meal. My partner is coeliac and it can sometimes be stressful finding somewhere which not only understands the allergen, but goes above and beyond to cater for it. The rising sun was genuinely one of the best meals we both experienced. The barman was very knowledgeable and explained all the meals she could have - there was about 10% of the menu that she couldn't have! The rest was modified. So impressed. When the food came out - only one word fits - Wow! What a talented kitchen team they have. Partner had pork pie with a bahji coating instead of the breadcrumb - it was 10/10. I had the arrancini which again was just unbelievable For mains we had the sirloin steak and the beef burger - cooked to perfection, good portion size, great value for money. We had a short chat with the barman who asked what we had been up to today. After explaining it was her 30th birthday, he brought over complimentary prosecco for us and when paying for the meal they had given us a birthday card for my partner from the owners and team. Disbelief at the attention to detail from this establishment. I wish we lived closer as we would be visiting the rising sun alot! Thank you to the whole team. Your business was the cherry on the top to my partners 30th birthday! 👏🏻🥩🥂

Fantastic food, very friendly service, great atmosphere

This is a hidden gem off the beaten track in North Cornwall for those in the know. And deservedly its reputation for fine food is growing quite a fan club. Excellent food and a friendly informed service from Conrad and the team. We wish them great success but not so much that we can’t get a table !!

We went for an early dinner just after the New Year to take advantage of the special offer menu. It was very quiet in the pub when we arrived but within half an hour the bar was busy. We went through to the dining room and were sat with one other couple in the entire place (a second couple arrived about half an hour later). Despite this, the service was fairly poor. Both us and our neighbours had to retreat to the bar to get drinks with our meals and to pay before we left. I don’t expect that when I am in the restaurant and particularly not when the waiting staff are on the customer side of the bar chatting with friends. Once could be excused but each time we went through to the bar, is poor. That said, the food was a mix. The soup and rarebit was absolutely delicious. Really hearty and flavoursome. The whitebait and mayo was equally tasty and filling. The fish pie main was bland. It had no flavour at all. The lamb dish was nicely presented but just was too heavily flavoured with an aniseed taste. The lamb itself looked good but was tough and somewhat sinewy. The mash potatoes was good but nothing compared to the starter. Had we paid anything other than the very reasonable special rate we would not have paid for all the dishes. As it was, it was ok at the price. I would rather they charge more but produce better. Train the wait staff. There should be no reason for a diner (when there are only four) to have to leave their table in the restaurant to order drinks at the bar and then have the next course delivered whilst they are still at the bar ordering drinks. The wait staff should also check back once food is served, they didn’t. EDIT - I have just learned on facebook that the waiter we had (chatting to his friends whilst we needed service) was no other than 'Dylan our amazing assistant manager'. I am speechless. It is the first time we have never tipped for service.

Came for a family Christmas meal, brilliant to have a private area to eat. Great options for kids food and adults food was just amazing, best quality food around, impression of turkey roast dinner was first class. Brilliant selection of food and beer. Top quality

Wonderfully surprised by the quality of food, great drinks and lovely service. The food was genuinely outstanding! So pleased to have been.

Christmas lunch with work. Very nice pub with wood fire and cosy atmosphere. Food was delicious, couldn't fault it.

Excellent restaurant with amazing food. This is absolute top quality cuisine with great service and beautiful surroundings. Highly recommended.

Read good reviews about this place , so popped in for a beer ,to check it out , was made very welcome , & took our dog in , so we decided to book a table for a Saturday night in the bar for a meal, very busy with local folk drinking & talking about big tractors etc , lovely atmosphere, wife is gluten intolerant , & the chef was so accommodating adjusting the meal to suit , the food was absolutely stunning, the whole experience was perfect , credit to all involved, will 100% be back .

A Fantastic Experience of Culinary Delights at very Affordable Prices. Well, What a fantastic culinary evening we had! "Curry Night at The Rising Sun Inn Altarnun" It started when we arrived and were warmly greeted by Dylan, The Bar Manager. We were then led through to the Dining room and our drinks were brought through. The course started with Lamb Coftas Samosas and an absolutely delicious, Scotch Egg with an Onion Baggi Coating, all served with a mint Yogurt and Hot Chilli Jam. This was then followed by a Lamb jalfrazi, Butter Chicken and a Fish curry, Naan Breads & Poppadoms. Dessert was a home made Rice Pudding, Mango Sorbet and a Pineapple Pannacota. The prices at £35 a head was an absolute steal. "Tim", The owner and Head Chef, excelled in every dish. "Conrad", Front of House and General Manager attended to our every need. "Sebastian" our Waiter and "Bailey"on the Bar, made our evening, with their helpful ways and smiley faces and making sure we were never kept waiting. Overall, the ambience, quality of food, service and the price, left us with very satisfied minds and bellies. We will certainly be back, and highly recommend this quality establishment to one and all. Thank You to everyone involved.

Well, What a fantastic culinary evening we had! "Curry Night at The Rising Sun Inn Altarnun" It started when we arrived and were warmly greeted by Dylan, The Bar Manager. We were then led through to the Dining room and our drinks were brought through. The course started with Lamb Coftas Samosas and an absolutely delicious, Scotch Egg with an Onion Baggi Coating, all served with a mint Yogurt and Hot Chilli Jam. This was then followed by a Lamb jalfrazi, Butter Chicken and a Fish curry, Naan Breads & Poppadoms. Dessert was a home made Rice Pudding, Mango Sorbet and a Pineapple Pannacota. The prices at £35 a head was an absolute steal. "Tim", The owner and Head Chef, excelled in every dish. "Conrad", Front of House and General Manager attended to our every need. "Sebastian" our Waiter and "Bailey"on the Bar, made our evening, with their helpful ways and smiley faces and making sure we were never kept waiting. Overall, the ambience, quality of food, service and the price, left us with very satisfied minds and bellies. We will certainly be back, and highly recommend this quality establishment to one and all. Thank You to everyone involved.

What a fantastic meal we had at the Rising Sun. I didn't want it to end. I had lamb croquettes to start with which melted on the tongue and delivered a stunning mix of flavours. Followed by a colourful and heavenly bowl of ravioli which...

Great food, great service and a great atmosphere. 5 stars all round!

Good food Pricey but worth it Good staff

Good food and service, warm and friendly locals. A slice of rural Cornish life at its best.

Very nice food and great service. I will be visiting again.

We just had drinks, fire was roaring, pub was busy, nice atmosphere

The place was cold, we had a lunch which was OK but my wife was unable to eat her meal, was far too rich, an expensive place which did not meet my expectations, we will def not be returning

WoW!!! What a wonderful lunch we had.We got the warmest of welcomes,as we entered.,Conrad and his staff were so friendly and helpful not something you find in too many places now adays.The food was so good in everyway.We will be back before to long.Best eating...

Exceptional food and a well-crafted menu. Very reasonably priced. A real hidden gem.

Total gemütlicher Pub. Super nettes Personal und das Essen...😍😍😍😍 Absolut lecker.. hatten Burger und Steak... Besuch lohnt sich aug jedenfall 👍👍👍... lieber hierhin, wie zum Jamaika Inn ... auch gemütlich, aber das Essen dort 👎👎👎 Update: ... der Nachtisch ... a Dream

Great lunch. Overcharged on bill by £18 (double charged for second course). Pub closed Mon-tues. Bill came to £92.00 for lunch excluding service for Roast dinner, pudding and beer. Will not be returning.

Out in the wilds near the pretty village of Altarnun is this super pub. Quality and presentation of dishes is exquisite with beautiful flavour combinations. Lunchtime menu offers three delicious courses for £30, which in todays climate is great value. Staff are young and keen,...

Stopped in for a drink seemed a lovely little pub 🍻

We had a beautiful 3 courses from the lunch set menu, £30 amazing value as the food was superb! Our dog was also welcome. If you want pub grub then this place probably isn't for you, although a burger and steak was on the menu but if you want restaurant quality food at an affordable price in a lovely pub then don't hesitate. The main menu looked so good also and again well priced for such quality ingredients. Service was superb too. A little Gem.

We booked this beautiful pub to have lunch while on our way to Cornwall for a regular short break. Amazing restaurant quality food at affordable prices. Superb set menu at only £30 for a 3 course lunch. The main menu looked good too and for...

Friendly welcome, varied menu. Good service.

Well, we happened upon the Rising Sun whilst looking for a place to walk the dog. I’m so happy we did, the staff were quietly friendly and very knowledgeable regarding the local area and their own menu. They welcomed our dog and made no fuss...

Roast potatoes and veg were outstanding. The meat however was dry(roast chicken) and very fatty(roast pork). Wonderful sticky toffee pudding. £28 pp for 2 courses.... pricey!

Beautiful place great food and setting be back again soon

Lovely warm atmosphere, relaxed, effortless and beautiful food.

The food was absolutely perfect

What a find, lovely pub, great service and truly wonderful food. An excellent dining experience.

Met up with family to celebrate Birthday / Anniversary lunch. Heard many good reviews on the Riding Sun and it certainly lived up to the reviews. The welcome by staff on arrival was perfect and made you feel at home. Service was top notch, and...

Welcomed by friendly staff the waiter was very knowledgeable about the menu. The food was absolutely beautiful and the presentation also. We both had steak, cooked exactly how we both wanted it. There was absolutely nothing to fault and I will return here when back...

Lovely meal … Desserts beautifully made, I do wonder if the chef loves sweet food though. I recommend eating here

I am sure the food is stunning. However, you need a table. Many tables available but no room at the Inn, slightly disappointing front of house!

We dined here with friends last night. The food was just superb as was the service. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. We would have awarded them 6 stars across the board if that were possible. Recommended to all.

A real hidden gem - some incredible dishes being served up by the team - our highlights being the pork belly, scotch egg and the artic roll. Gourmet flavours that warm the soul! Plus super friendly staff! A must visit if you’re in the area!

Nothing short of stunning! We just popped in for a drink after a walk on the moors, but feeling hungry, decided to stay and eat. We were so pleased we did! The food was amazing, every mouthful a pleasure! I could've eaten more, but that...

Stunning food! Flavour explosions all around. Great service and a definite return journey this week before we leave. The tomato and mozzarella starter was delicious omg the tomato consommé I wanted to drink out of the jug. Other guests had scotch eggs, venison croquettes and scallops, all were delicious particularly the venison croquettes. Mains were all delicious, Hake, sole and the vegetarian tortellini all stunning , even the burger for the little one was outstanding. DESSERTS❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ arctic roll with basil ice cream to die for as was queen of puddings. This is a hidden gem and we will talk about this for a long time. Thank you to all the staff for your excellent hospitality

A great find - SO good that some of us went back on three separate occasions to sample the best scotch eggs we have ever tasted! The staff friendly, helpful and super efficient. Ten of us including five children were in a separate area which was ideal. Great menu and everyone was very happy with their different choices. Thoroughly recommend.

This place was a massive surprise with gorgeous food and dog friendly. From the outside The Rising Sun looks like an average village pub, but upon entry you realise that it’s not your average pub. The food although not cheap, was gorgeous ( this is...

We heard great things about this place online and it was also recommended by the owner of our accommodation nearby. The food was amazing but the service was absolutely terrible. The restaurant wasn’t busy (a Tuesday night) and we were ignored for a really long...

Lovely meal in a lively pub in the middle of nowhere! The quality of the food was outstanding, the service was excellent and the atmosphere made better by lively locals round the bar. Highly recommend the trip through tiny country lanes to visit.

From the £26-a-head lunch menu, arancini hopping with flavour, whitebait in a crunchy batter, fresh, summery tortellini of peas and a richly flavoured hake risotto. Seriously good cooking, great value. Decent service which could have been sharper. Even so, five stars.

The last thing we expected from a country pub was outstanding food and gorgeous atmosphere. I had a vegan option and my boyfriend had the hake dish, and we were both really satisfied. Reservations are recommended (esp as we went on a Fri eve) but would be happy to return if ever in the area again.

Initially met Timothy Kendall’s food at the idle rocks and followed here. Brilliant food and service for a local pub, excellent balance of flavours and choice. 100% recommend

Very very good food and service! I never order desert, but I was so impressed by my starter and main dish I didn’t want the meal to end! Highly recommend this pub if you’re in the area, they really care about the food they serve!

Was recommended and can highly recommend too - great food, service and vibe. We‘ll be back!

Always excellent food and friendly service here. Will definitely be coming back.

THE BEST FOOD I HAVE EVER HAD!!! Absolutely amazing!!!!! The staff work VERY hard and that is very apparent with the food, atmosphere and how welcome me and my partner felt being here. The chefs can accommodate to dietary requirements on the fly as everything is made fresh. VEGANS AND ALIKE-DO NOT PASS THIS UP. As someone with dietary requirements, going out to eat is usually not as pleasant as you would like, and as a vegan, most places offer the same things but these dishes were completely unique and well thought out. I have never in my life had food as amazing as this. As for camping, could not fault it at all. We feel welcome and have our own space and in a lovely and peaceful location. There is a separate shower and toilet block to the premises so you have access in the late hours. Field is flat enough, no major dips which is a luxury when camping/pitching up your motorhome. DISABLED ACCESS- After breaking my ankle and wheeling myself round in a chair I thought I would touch on catering for wheelchair access. Doors are wide enough to wheel into, including the facilities, however, there are a few very small steps in a couple of doorways I had to hop down but nothing more major than a small lip. Staff were very accommodating to this. Also for people who struggle with public places, there are many areas to dip into if you need to get away from groups of people, multiple outdoor seating areas. You can really see how much work goes into this place. There is a lovely balance of gastro-pub/camping, amazing quality food without the high price point, and they really try to focus on sourcing their ingredients locally which is a very special thing to do. We didn't feel out of place, a very homey feeling and that is all you want when finding somewhere to stay and eat!

An absolutely outstanding experience. The food was amazing with everything having such flavour and all prepared fresh. The service was also impeccable. I rarely tip but felt this place was worthy. Would certainly visit again if ever down this end of the country

After our rave review in 2020, we were really dissapointed this time. Service was frankly, abysmal. From the bar, where staff seemed not to know their products, including the single item "fish of the day".."oh! i'll have to find out!". Restaurant staff little better, no...