The Reef Knot Restaurant at The Idle Rocks serves the best of Cornish sea-to-table cuisine.
Led by Executive Chef, Guy Owen, he brings a passion for Cornwall’s seafood and seasonal produce, focusing on sustainability and the honest, bold flavours of the coast. His menus celebrate the region’s finest produce and trusted local suppliers – most notably the daily fresh catch from in-house fisherman Gareth Austin, landed just metres from the restaurant kitchen.
Enjoy the sea views from the restaurant, or weather permitting dine on the south-facing waterside terrace.
WINTER 2025 OPENING TIMES (from 14th November to 16th December, and from 18th January to 10th February 2026).
BREAKFAST: 8 – 10am Daily (Booking is essential for non-residents. To book please email reservations@stmawes.com or call 01326 270270).
LUNCH: 12noon – 3pm (Open Wednesday to Sunday only).
DINNER: 6.30 – 9pm (Open Tuesday to Saturday only).
Should you wish to dine outside these Winter opening times, why not try our sister restaurant The St Mawes Hotel, just across the harbour?
CHRISTMAS 2025 OPENING TIMES (16th December – 3rd January).
The restaurant will be open daily for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner between 16th December and 3rd January.
On the 4th January after Sunday lunch, the Reef Knot Restaurant (& Hotel) will be fully closed until 16th January.
Unfortunately, we do not allow dogs into the Reef Knot Restaurant; if you wish to dine with your furry friends, why not dine in the Lower Deck at our sister restaurant The St Mawes Hotel.
