The Italian Kitchen in Cornwall, Isles of Scilly

Excellent service and good food.Staff they are very friendly and attentive. Very clean and nice place. We will back soon.

Strolling through Newlyn looking for somewhere to eat dinner and I choose The Bridge because it looked inviting. So glad I did. I had the pomodoro bruschetta and the soup of the day which was minestrone. That was the best soup I have ever eaten. It was so flavourful. The wait staff were very courteous and the ambiance was lovely. The only problem was that I wanted to try one of the desserts but I was too full.

Service was pretty good, pleasant staff Food was diabolical Pizza was a shocking soggy mess Seafood Pasta was small and overcooked Prices are average to high, and outrageous considering the dishes received Atmosphere and decor also below average

My wife and I booked a table at The Bridge last Saturday and I must say that since our last visit there 8 years previous it has changed owners and the new owners do a superb job! The food is fresh and amazing and the owners are truly lovely. An absolutely fantastic experience! Thank you, can’t wait to go again.

Lovely atmosphere on a Saturday night. Great food with a wide variety of choice, even as a vegetarian. Friendly but professional service.

Walking past and they kindly let us have a table for 5 even though we hadn’t booked. We’re a vegetarian family and were well catered for, with delicious starters, mains and deserts. The staff were friendly and attentive, thank you for a delicious meal in lovely surroundings.

My family and I visited this restaurant twice while on holiday for a week in Cornwall. The Bridge more than lives up to its 5 star online billing. The food - including hake and seafood pasta - and wine was superb on both occasions, and excellent value for money. Thanks very much Fabio and to your wonderfully friendly and attentive colleagues - you provided us with fantastic holiday memories (including the best limoncello we have sampled!) and we look forward to seeing you if / when we visit the region again. All the best. Alan & family.

Wir wurden wirklich sehr freundlich empfangen, obwohl wir keine Reservierung hatten und das Lokal voll war, fand sich noch ein Platz für uns. Die Bedienungen waren sehr aufmerksam und flink! Die Speisekarte sehr vielfältig und reichlich. Das Essen war hervorragend. Wir können dieses Restaurant wärmstens empfehlen. Es war WUNDERBAR!

Terrific little Italian restaurant ! Food was just fabulous. We didn’t expect to find a little bit of Italy in Newlyn . The young waitresses were very professional and attentive, I didn’t get their names, but, they deserve a mention. As does the restaurant manager ( or at least i think he was a manager ) anyway, he was very charismatic, and charming. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal, and we will be back.

Everything was absolutely spot on for a relaxing, tasty evening! The atmosphere was amazing, the staff are very attentive and welcoming. The food (I had goats cheese pizza) was honestly one of the best pizza's I've had! We've come here to Newlyn to celebrate my 30th and it was the perfect place to have dinner for our last night before travelling back home. We will need to come back again next time we're in the area :)

Had the most beautiful meal here, hard to eat in a restaurant being gluten free but staff were very sympathetic and being coeliac wasn’t a problem, ordered from the special's board, the hake with new potatoes and vegetables and can honestly say was the nicest meal we’ve ever had in a restaurant. Took our two big dogs and were made very welcome, thank you! We will be back

This is the third time we've visited The Bridge and it gets better and better. Highly recommended for brilliant service from Fabio and his team, great value for money menu and excellent food. In particular we recommend their fresh fish dishes direct from the famous Newlyn harbour around the corner. Bravo the chefs!

Great atmosphere, fantastic authentic Italian food and really lovely staff. A gem in Newlyn that everyone should try!

We came for dinner for my birthday. Never been before, but is my new favourite by far!! The food was cooked to perfection, every dish was divine! My foody daughter, who is a great food critic devoured everything and my fussy son was almost licking the bowls! The service by Holly and Fabio was friendly, professional and they made our evening so relaxing and enjoyable! We'll be back really soon guys. Thank you!

Booked a table here based on previous reviews, so glad I did - the food and service were faultless, a fabulous little venue, we will definitely visit again!

We love this restaurant. The food is consistently good and the service is amazing. Highly recommended for family dining.

Great food and atmosphere. Fabio was excellent and the pizza delicious! It had a real homely feel and made you feel welcome. Support these small restaurants as they will soon vanish if you don’t!

A fantastic family meal for four. Food so tasty and looked fab on the plates too. Wine list great. So friendly, knowledgeable and welcoming. A taste of Italy in Newlyn. Highly recommended. Thank you, we loved it.

We booked a table for my birthday dinner and the experience was fantastic. Firstly the setting and atmosphere were first class. We were shown to out table by an attentive waitress and given the menu. Our drinks were quick incoming and the wine too. Our choice of starter, main courses and desserts were good and the food when it arrived was hot, tasty and well prepared and presented. The owner Fabio was polite and was interested in our reason for the visit. He was very pleasant and he and his staff made the evening very special. We will definitely revisit this restaurant and we look forward to trying other dishes on the menu. Thank you. David and Cristiana.

The BEST restaurant in the penzance area. I have been many times and not once have I been anything but amazed by the food, the service and the whole experience. The owners are the friendliest and most lovely couple and have made us feel welcome every time. Without a doubt the best Italian food I've eaten. Love you guys!!

First visit and a superb experience .We booked on the spur of the moment ,it was a wise decision and we were amply rewarded. Table service was efficient and friendly with a good knowledge of the food and drinks menu. We ordered a steak and a pasta dish both were presented well and were utterly delicious. We would recommend to both couples and families and it was both great and reassuring to see locals dining . We will return soon.

5* Restaurant - great food and service - staff work very hard to provide an excellent service level - best restaurant in Penzance 👍

I would have this for breakfast lunch and dinner if I could! Truly brilliant, authentic Italian food (which is rare) and a luminous atmosphere, brilliant

Service really slow. Bruschetta at £7.95 one piece of bread which was a very small portion and very disappointing. Overkill on balsamic and no taste of garlic at all. Pizza lovely but bolognese microwaved Gutted as we had looked forward to coming here!

Brilliant service. Very reasonable pricing. Delicious food, especially the pizza! Lovely experience for all the family!

A lovely experience. Very accommodating of our family and dog. Super friendly people, they really made our evening. Food was amazing!! Had to come back the next day for lunch and we were equally as pleased.

My husband and I with our pooch Lola visited here for Evening Dinner. We were shown to a table that offered space for our pooch to lie down and relax. The waitress was lovely and friendly and took our order. We both had the Garlic & Chilli Prawns & Garlic bread starter then my husband had the King prawn, mussels & calamari Linguini and I had a melt in the mouth Fillet Steak. The food was fabulous. We felt the prices were inline with the quality food, and excellent service and to top it off we could dine with our dog accompanying us which allowed us to enjoy fabulous food on our holiday in Cornwall.

Back again for a another year, food and service lovely as ever. Hope to be back again soon. Looked after us as a family

Amazing meal. Rang up and managed to get a table thanks to a very helpful member of staff although the restaurant was very busy. Antipasti sharing board for starters. Delicious and generous. We had the hake and monkfish off the specials board and pork.lion. All were delicious. Couldn't fault any of them. Service was great attentive without being over the top. A definite must visit if in the area. Excellent value for money and q great atmosphere in the restaurant

We have been on holiday for a week and we found this wonderful restaurant Definitely the best meal of the week. Our hosts were amazing the food was delicious there was not a single plate not emptied with so many fussy eater that in itself was great I recommend you book in advance but definitely worth it Thanks For a great evening

Lovely staff and delicious food - we ate here twice and would definitely recommend it. We had the pork, seafood linguine, mushroom pasta (we had pancetta added to it) and the diavolo pizza. All were fantastic and complimented by lovely wine. Thank you 😊

Lovely pizzas. My Calzone funghi had a very generous amount of filling and was very tasty and filling. Pleasant service and very good value too.

Down in Penzance area on holiday for the week and booked a different pub/restaurant every night. Booked ‘The Bridge’ In Newlyn as our Italian option not expecting it to be the best eating experience of the week, and that’s not a slight on the other restaurant’s. Great welcome from the staff and the owner. Good choices of drinks and served nice and quickly. Menu choices were excellent and I had the Gambas (prawns, shell off) and 100% the best I’ve ever had. Everyone else loved their starters. For main I went for seafood linguine and it was top notch. Again everyone else loved their mains. Desert was also very good especially with the complimentary lemon cello 😋. Can only highly recommend. I will travel the extra mile to come here in the future and all my family agree. Also took the kids, dog and a coeliac and all had a great time.

Fantastic restaurant - great food and great service. The menu has a lot of choice and the food was authentically Italian and delicious. Gluten free pasta is available (but need to pre-order) and the pizzas on the menu can be made gluten free or with...

Had hoped for an Italian restaurant specialising in fresh food. The menu is long, but food came out quickly which makes you query how fresh it is, not many vegetarian options. Bread tasted very salty, not offered pepper or parmesan with meals. Disappointing dessert menu,...

Great atmosphere and welcoming owner & staff. We went to eat here on our first evening in Newlyn. We didn’t book and we were glad they were able to get us in. We went for Spaghetti Bolognaise. They had a gluten free option which was...

Had dinner here to celebrate my birthday in late May. A nice varied selection of food (including for my vegan boyfriend) with friendly and attentive service. We hope to be back soon 😊

We have eaten here 5 times in the past few weeks with different members of the family. Each time the attention from the staff made the experience special. The menu has a good selection of starters, main plates with pasta, meat and the pizzas are...

Just spent 5 days in Newlyn and we were lucky enough to find this amazing restaurant on our first night. The food was out of this world. In fact it was so good we ate there 3 times and each time the food and service...

We ate here on a Friday night, and enjoyed it so much we ate here again on the following Monday. The service was efficient and friendly. Friday night was busy and the restaurant was buzzing. It was a lot quieter on the Monday evening. The...

Lovely restaurant nice atmosphere. The staff were lovely the food was delicious. If we were in the area we would definitely go again.

My favourite pizza ever! The frutti di Mare pizza is thin and crispy, had a rich well seasoned tomato sauce, a sprinkling of high quality cheese and perfectly cooked fresh seafood. My partner had the seafood linguine and was equally as happy with it. The...

Very enjoyable evening, the staff were friendly and the food excellent. The pork and sauce was outstanding.

Over priced, poor service, no apology for wrong meal served! Rude management who knew this error but again offered no apology!!!!

Let me be honest - it was Easter Saturday and the restaurant was very busy. They were a little under staffed and the food was a little slow making it to the table... BUT (big but!!) the food was top notch and the serving staff...

We turned up without a booking and they were full but possibility of a table in 1/2 hour. We came back and so glad we did! Great service, really lovely genuine people. Food was really fresh & tasty, we had the bruschetta, calamari & an...

Wonderful food. Perfect service. We felt so welcomed, even without having a reservation. The beef was cooked to perfection. The fish was wonderful and my little girl ate the whole portion of her spaghetti.

Everything from the hosting to the food was superb. They never fail in excellence everytime we come here. Above and beyond every single time. Love this place ❤️

First time eating here, the is very inviting and atmosphere was great, the food was delicious all ingredients are locally sourced and seasonal, the staff couldn’t have been more attentive. We will definitely go back and highly recommend it for dinner.

My partner and I travelled to Cornwall for our anniversary, we chose the bridge because their menu looked amazing. When we arrived, we were given so much more than an amazing menu. I had my coat taken and hung up for me. We were seated...

Very good restaurant. Fresh food (fish and seashells in particular). The service is really nice, and ready to discuss and share a few words, he is funny, and contributes to the great atmosphere

I had a pasta dish which really nice. My wife had hake. It was beautifully cooked and absolutely delicious. We felt very welcome and the service was excellent. Definitely going again next time we are in Newlyn.

Amazing restaurant, brilliant service, lovely atmosphere, very friendly staff and very very delicious food 🥰 definitely will back soon to try more food from menu, absolutely love it ❤️

Being originally from the New York City area, I have had plenty of decent Italian food. Hard to find in Cornwall. Nice to find an authentic Italian restaurant in the heart of Newlyn. The manager, Fabio, has facilitated a friendly atmosphere and great food. I...

The Calzone was a decent meal but for one drink and main dish was slightly overpriced. Was also recommend taking a coat or mid layer due to restaurant temperatures.

Such a warm welcome at the Bridge, with friendly service from all the staff but especially the wonderful Fabio. We enjoyed an excellent three course meal here with generous portions and, despite it being a busy night for the restaurant, the service was always attentive...

To find an Italian restaurant in Newlyn was a surprise. The Bridge has a wonderful friendly atmosphere, the owner and waiting staff are attentive and serve wonderful authentic Italain cuisine. The mix of resturant customers, from locals to holiday makers made it a night to...

Fantastic evening meal we would definitely recommend. We had Gambas Pil Pil and Mozzarella as starters followed by Pizza all were great quality with wonderful hosts. We will be back soon.

Booked a table for our anniversary. My mother I law had heard that this place was nice, and she wasn't wrong. the service was exceptional from coming through the door and having our coats taken to dry to leaving like we were family I've never...

First time eating here and will definitely be going back. The food was tasty and fresh. Fabio was a great host and explained the menu to us which was a nice touch. Him and all the other staff were very attentive and friendly. They even...

We enjoyed two fantastic meals on consecutive nights. Fabio and all his staff were fabulous and took time to explain the authentic Italian menu. We went as a couple on the Thursday night and enjoyed it all so much we had to take my mother...

We came here after a long days travel and we’re greeted by the friendly staff. The restaurant was quite busy but not crowded. The food was delicious and authentic. We will definitely be back before we leave.

Food was absolutely spot on. I ate from the specials board, the family from the standard menu, and no one had any complaints at all, it was all lush. The staff are super friendly and polite, service was impeccable and the owner is exactly the...

This understated restaurant serves authentic Italian cuisine, we had a lovely meal of fresh sardines with samphire, caprese salad followed by spaghetti bolognese and seafood linguine. The owner, Fabio, came and explained the specials for the evening and spent time to chat and make a...

Went to The Bridge last night with husband and 9 year old child. Food was yummy. Waiter was very enthusiastic about the specials board. He had alot of personality. Very enjoyable experience.

Fabulous atmosphere and great staff. Food superb - especially the Carbonara, made with fresh ingredients and perfectly cooked pasta. We’re local and will be frequenting again soon.

The best place in my view after 2 weeks in Cornwall great food and lovely friendly service. Really like the way you are training the young staff also. Will certainly be back thanks.

Upon arrival we were greeted by a really friendly and welcoming team. We were early and got sat with drinks while we waited for our table, all with a smile. Starters were fantastic followed by amazing mains, the best steak I’ve had in a long...

Took my friends there this evening. Had a fabulous meal, such delicious food, great service. Can’t wait to come back!

Recommended if you’re visiting Newlyn or the Penzance area. I’m reluctant to distill the essence of this lovely restaurant into two words “pizza and pasta” as it’s light years away from the homogenised variety found on High Streets everywhere. Modern and traditional Italian dishes Co-habit...

Another delicious meal at The Bridge. We always visit when on holiday in Penzance and have never been disappointed. Good menu and service.

Lovely end to our holiday, excellent food and staff. We sat in the little terrace area out front, was idyllic. Manager was an excellent host, thanks for a wonderful evening.

Always a good evening at The Bridge! After trying many different local restaurants, as Newlyn residents this is a firm favourite. Good atmosphere, reliably delicious food and reasonable prices.

We regularly visitors to The Bridge due to the welcoming reception from the Staff and the excellent food available from the Menu and Specials board. I would highly recommend a visit.

I would recommend visiting The Bridge for dinner when you’re in Newlyn. We’re regular visitors for dinner as the food is consistently good and the service from the Staff is amiable and the atmosphere they create welcoming. Do take a look at the Specials board...

Freshly made Tiramisu, beautifully cooked and presented dishes, we eat here often, fabulous atmosphere. Highly recommended,thank you for another great evening.

We had dinner at The Bridge last night. Wow. Not good at all. The mackerel and beetroot patè was terrible. It was mackerel and beetroot mashed up with a fork. How hard is it to put it in a blender to MAKE PATÈ? It was...

A group of us, 4 friends had a lovely evening here on July 29th ( a Friday) Although it was busy , the food, service and atmosphere were spot on. The prices were reasonable - I would certainly revisit. 😊🌺

Beautiful meal and great service - really lovely evening thank you - would absolutely recommend - ordered menu starter and main special both of which were delicious.

Food and atmosphere fantastic. The steak was cooked perfectly and tasted amazing. This is the 3rd time we have visited this week and the staff are so friendly. Would highly recommend a visit.

Called in on the spur of the moment on a busy Friday night. We made several choices from the Starters section of the menu to create a tapas meal. Mushroom in a blue cheese and cream sauce bruschetta, a mixed tomato bruschetta, mackerel and beetroot...

Had a marvellous evening with my two daughters. Food was excellent and service was exceptional. Will be back as soon as possible with friends.

Absolute superb service, the food was delicious and the attention to customer service was second to none. Well worth a visit made our night

Had an excellent meal at the Bridge this evening. Warm welcome from Fabio the owner. Margarita Pizza and Bolognaise both cooked to perfection. Lovely staff and great chat with Fabio about Italy and things Italian. Highly recommended.

What a fabulous restaurant. The food was amazing. I had their seafood linguine and I couldn't recommend them higher. The staff were really friendly and a pleasure to be around. The restaurant was very clean. We were made to feel very welcome. I will eat...

Dropped in over the Jubilee weekend without a booking - not a problem. Very friendly staff seated us in the courtyard where we sat in the Cornish sunshine enjoying a really good meal. Lovely prawn starter, great homemade bread, and a super fresh salad with...

We recently had a short break in Newlyn and chanced across the Bridge and booked it for dinner the following evening. We were all delighted with our choice of food and we especially enjoyed and would recommend their seafood pizzas. All the staff were lovely...

I visited this restaurant as a recommendation from my friends, it was absolutely amazing. The food was amazing and the staff were super friendly. I couldn't of asked for a more perfect night. The presentation of the food was top notch and the overall outcome...

Food was ok, nothing special, service a mixture of youth and experience, not sue we would go back, but maybe the group of five will go and play in Weston super Mare where they will fit in.

Excellent food, very reasonably priced. Came here with a group of 7, all food was brought out very quickly and was delicious. I had a special that day, seafood risotto, which was fresh and tasty.

Just had the most amazing pizza here. Quite possibly the best pizza we have had. Fabio is a great host and is always attentive. The atmosphere is lovely and a nice little touch was for him to reserve the corner sofa for us to finish...

Firstly Fabio is a great host. It’s like he’s welcoming you into his home. A very generous guy who wants you to leave happy and full! Food was great. Best Italian food in Cornwall by far. Seafood Linguini comes highly recommended. Really fresh and full...

Amazing place, food was absolutely incredible. Fabio was electric, service was very good. Will definitely be coming back!

Ingredients were cooked perfectly and flavours superb . I had for starters...calamari, which was cooked to perfection yet can be done badly . I also had haloumi fries which were also amazing . Seafood linguini was my main , which was light and delicious and...

We went to this restaurant looking forward to having fillet steak but were told they only had two left at 7pm in the evening, The Italian waiter was very full on, making waitresses nervous & his flying around the restaurant didn’t make for a relaxing...

Wonderful food, attentive service, great wine. A wonderful experience everything was tasty and great quality . A great meal

Recommend a visit. Great service - nice wine and good food. Really enjoyable evening - nice ambience & nothing rushed. We’ll definitely return.

We had a lovely meal here during October. It was chucking it down with rain outside but inside it was warm & welcoming. The staff were attentive and friendly and the food was fantastic, perfectly cooked pizzas & a delicious carbonara for our pasta loving...

Great little find... travelled down to Penzance for our Honeymoon.. Someone had recommended this restaurant...food lovely and fresh and so tasty... staff attentive

This is a delightful restaurant, the food is great and the quality of service is amazing. The staff are so well trained, attentive and charming. The manager / owner has an eye for detail and welcomes everyone.