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Review of The Old Coastguard Hotel, Mousehole

Set in glorious sub-tropical gardens leading down to a rocky beach and the sea, the Old Coastguard Hotel is the hub of Mousehole. All around are panoramic views of Mounts Bay, and Penzance is just a short drive away.

Chef Barnaby Mason made his name at Mill End Hotel, Chagford and he's an enthusiastic fan of local produce. Most fish is procured from Newlyn, although live lobsters are bought direct from the Mousehole boats; meat is from a farm and butchery near Redruth, potatoes are dug nearby, and even the real ale is brewed in Cornwall.

Cornish cheese platters, sandwiches and dishes such as smoked chicken Caesar salad are the order of the day at lunchtime. In the evening, the kitchen rolls up its sleeves for more challenging ideas including steamed fillets of plaice and sea bass with brandade cake and red wine sauce, roast skate with buttered spinach, wild mushroom and leek fondue, and boeuf bourguignon. Mason's signature dish is lobster ravioli with spiced guacamole, tomato and tarragon consommé, and he brings the curtain down with praline and caramel parfait or chocolate torte with pistachio ice cream.

Also featured in: AA Guide.

Additional Restaurant Information for The Old Coastguard Hotel, Mousehole

Alfresco Dining	Vegetarian	Private Parties
Accommodation	Child Friendly	Accepts Cards

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