
Zest Falmouth
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About Zest Falmouth
Zest Falmouth is a restaurant on Arwenack St, with first-floor seating upstairs where large windows look out over the boats and sea. The kitchen runs a menu of 23 dishes, including sweetcorn fritters alongside items such as avocado on sourdough, a mushroom toastie and eggs Benedict, with vegetarian options through the list. Poached eggs on toast, potato gems and shrooms and halloumi also appear, and flat whites and coffee are served alongside. It opens daily for daytime service only, with table service from waitstaff and no reservations, seating taken on a walk-in basis. Garden seating at the back adds another spot to sit, overlooking the harbour. Dogs are welcome throughout. The restaurant sits centrally in Falmouth on Arwenack St.
Good to know
- ParkingPaid parking lot · Somewhat difficult to find a space
- Good for kidsGood for kids · Family friendly
- DietaryServes vegetarian dishes
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Menu & Prices
23 dishes · mains £1–17- Smashed Avo£8.50
- Eggs Anyway£8.00
- Turkish Eggs£13.50
- French Toast£13.50
- Sweetcorn Fritters£15.50
- Halloumi And Shrooms£1.00
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention harbour view garden, sweetcorn fritters, excellent coffee and flat whites and potato gems.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention harbour view garden, sweetcorn fritters, excellent coffee and flat whites and potato gems.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often single out the harbour view from the back garden, courtyard and upstairs windows, paired with brunch dishes like the sweetcorn fritters, which two diners praise as tasty. Close behind is the coffee, with flat whites called excellent and one visitor still talking about their cup weeks later back in Tennessee. Also named are avocado on sourdough with feta and poached eggs, mushroom and halloumi, the Cornish meaty breakfast, a mushroom toastie, and potato gems that children loved. Several note the generous vegetarian choice and a menu that stands apart from the usual burger and fish and chips fare, with one family eating here three times. The staff are repeatedly described as friendly and welcoming. The one criticism comes from a reviewer who found the eggs Benedict incredibly dry, which cost the visit a star. Others mention fresh lemonade and a good kids menu, and one party arrived for breakfast with their dogs after a run.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often single out the harbour view from the back garden, courtyard and upstairs windows, paired with brunch dishes like the sweetcorn fritters, which two diners praise as tasty. Close behind is the coffee, with flat whites called excellent and one visitor still talking about their cup weeks later back in Tennessee. Also named are avocado on sourdough with feta and poached eggs, mushroom and halloumi, the Cornish meaty breakfast, a mushroom toastie, and potato gems that children loved. Several note the generous vegetarian choice and a menu that stands apart from the usual burger and fish and chips fare, with one family eating here three times. The staff are repeatedly described as friendly and welcoming. The one criticism comes from a reviewer who found the eggs Benedict incredibly dry, which cost the visit a star. Others mention fresh lemonade and a good kids menu, and one party arrived for breakfast with their dogs after a run.
Featured reviews
- Susan Adcock
“Okay I can repeat all of the great reviews here about the gorgeous patio and the delicious food and atmosphere but the surprise for me - and I mean the real surprise, was the coffee. I'm not a coffee snob or even what I'd call well educated about it but theirs was hands down, the best cup of coffee I've ever had in my life. So much so that I'm still talking about it (and wishing for more) three weeks later in Tennessee. Thanks!”
- Matt Weyham
“Great customer service and a lovely atmosphere. The staff and particularly our kind waitress were brilliant. Friendly, attentive and welcoming. We had some drinks outside with wonderful views over the harbour. Our family thoroughly enjoyed. Cheers!”
- Tanya Malik
“Zest in Falmouth is a lovely little café that’s definitely worth visiting. It looks quite small from the outside, but there’s a beautiful garden at the back with stunning views overlooking the harbour, making it a great spot to relax. I visited for brunch and had the avocado on sourdough topped with feta, poached eggs and bacon. Everything was fresh, full of flavour and really well prepared. The staff were all genuinely friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better. A great place for brunch with fantastic food, beautiful views and excellent service. I’d definitely return again!”
- Margaret Mason
“Absolutely delicious, I had the sweetcorn fritters and they were so tasty. Lovely view sitting outside and the staff were lovely. Highly recommend this place for lunch if you're in Falmouth”
- Victoria Bevan
“Delicious food served on Tuesday this week. Children loved the Potato Gems. Perfect poached eggs on toast and the Cornish meaty breakfast, breakfast bap and burger were all delicious and thoroughly enjoyed. Wonderful service and chat from …”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Serves great coffee
- Serves great dessert
- Has great tea selection
- Popular for popular for breakfast
- Popular for popular for lunch
- Popular for good for solo dining
Amenities
- Paid parking lot
- Has outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed outside
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
- Family friendly
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- Serves vegetarian dishes
- Has bar on site
- Casual
- On-site services available
- Serves beer
- Serves coffee
- Offerings· 6
- Serves alcohol
- Serves cocktails
- Serves healthy options
- Quick bite
- Serves spirits
- Serves wine
- Atmosphere· 2
- Cosy
- Trendy
- Family-friendly· 1
- Good for kids
- Dining options· 6
- Serves breakfast
- Serves brunch
- Serves lunch
- Serves dessert
- Has seating
- Has table service
- Crowd· 2
- Good for groups
- Popular with tourists
- Highlights· 2
- Serves great dessert
- Has great tea selection
- Popular for· 3
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for lunch
- Good for solo dining
- Facilities· 2
- Has gender-neutral toilets
- Has toilet
- Parking· 1
- Somewhat difficult to find a space
Location
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- Bodega 18 Falmouth4.62530.1 mi
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- Harbour Lights Fish & Chips4.32,1400.1 miWheelchair accessible
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- Kebab On The Corner3.83500.2 mi
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zest FalmouthGood for kids | 4.688 | — | harbour view garden, sweetcorn fritters, excellent coffee and flat whites |
| Bodega 18 Falmouth | 4.6253 | 0.1 mi | meatballs, pigs cheeks, patatas bravas |
| Harbour Lights Fish & ChipsWheelchair accessible | 4.32,140 | 0.1 mi | haddock and chips, cod and chips, harbour views |
| Kebab On The Corner | 3.8350 | 0.2 mi | chicken shish kebab, philly cheese burger, kapsalon |
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