The Old Mill House, Little Petherick, PL27 7QT

survey result

Summary

£66
  £££
3
Good
3
Good
3
Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

“A nice old mill provides the location” for this small (24 covers) outfit in a B&B, set in a cute Cornish village, and with a garden adjacent to a creek feeding the Camel estuary. “Friendly service and good food at the price” complete the picture, with the menu featuring classic bistro fare, such as Cornish steaks, Grilled fish, Confit leg of Creedy Carver Duck, Chocolate Pot, and Sticky Toffee Pudding.

Summary

£65
  £££
3
Good
3
Good
3
Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

“Always a warm welcome with amazing food” – fans “continue to revisit again and again” at this small (24 covers) bistro, which occupies an old mill in a picturesque village at the top of a creek. Cornish fish and Cornish steak are the headline attractions on an affordable menu.

Summary

3
Good
3
Good
2
Average
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

“Well prepared food (excellent Cornish fish) and friendly service” win enthusiastic (if limited) feedback in our annual diners’ poll for this prettily located small (24 covers) bistro, in a converted sixteenth-century mill. It helps that it’s very reasonably priced.

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Owner's description

The Old Mill Bistro is a small, informal bistro set within a 16th Century former corn mill. This family run team ensure a relaxing time is had by all and are more than willing to go the extra mile to enusure everyone is catered for. With a focus on local sourcing, the menu varies dependant on availability and whats in season. 

The Bistro seats 24 people over only one sitting, meaning the table is yours for the duration of the evening. 

We have an extensive wines & drinks list, again with a heavy focus on local breweries, distelleries and vineyards. 

Prices

Traditional European menu

Starter Main Pudding
£9.50 £21.90 £8.00
Drinks  
Wine per bottle £30.00
Filter Coffee £4.00
Extras  
Service 12.50%

Restaurant details

Highchair,Menu,Portions
Yes
No dress code
24
Yes
The Old Mill House, Little Petherick, PL27 7QT
Opening hours
MondayCLOSED
Tuesday6 pm‑10 pm
Wednesday6 pm‑10 pm
Thursday6 pm‑10 pm
Friday6 pm‑10 pm
Saturday6 pm‑10 pm
SundayCLOSED

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