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The Wheel House

Upton Slip, Falmouth TR11 3DQ, England
01326 318050
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Ranked #1 of 111 restaurants in Falmouth
Cuisines: Seafood
Good for: Romantic, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
Restaurant details
Good for: Romantic, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
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Berkshire
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44 reviews 44 reviews
14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 34 cities Reviews in 34 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

Very small restaurant with a great atmosphere, wise to book well in advance. They have a simple menu of sea food and we chose an enormous crab between four of us, very messy (we had bibs on) but worth it. The mussels were delicious and so were the prawns. Definately worth a visit if staying near Falmouth, they only take... More

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Hereford, United Kingdom
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28 reviews 28 reviews
26 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

Situated down a little alley by the docks. A tiny rustic venue with a french feel and very atmospheric. The restuarant only serves shellfish from the humble mussel to the extravagant lobster. The food is simply prepared and it's very hands on !! Key seems to be to book early and get the best of what's available. The later you... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW

Top quality seafood absolutely fantastic, really friendly and polite service and a nice atmosphere will definitely go back again.

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London, United Kingdom
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24 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

My boyfriend and I had booked in advance having read other reviews and it was well worth it. We only got a table at 6:15 but if anything this may have been an advantage as we got first pick of the menu which gradually got reduced as orders went through and fresh produce such as the crab was run out... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 via mobile

What a wonderful experience! Go! Go! Go! 5 stars are just not enough for this treasure! Everything was absolutely fantastic - food, service, atmosphere! We entered as strangers and left as friends! Can't wait to return! Thank you so much everyone!

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Truro, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 via mobile

Celebrated our friends wedding anniversary here on a busy Saturday night, outstanding friendly service all the staff made time for us nothing was too much trouble.im not the greatest fish lover so when the menu is just scallops, prawns, mussells and crab I was a little apprehensive, we decided to have a choice of everything apart from the crab!! Amazing... More

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Truro, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

Having lived less that 10 miles away have to say wish we had tried The Wheelhouse before. Great Atmosphere in what has to said cramped seating, staff fantastic, knowledgeable,friendly and not trying to upsell. Shellfish just the best, as a locals we know what fresh is and this is fresh! Already booked again

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Rome, Italy
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37 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 34 cities Reviews in 34 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013 via mobile

All the reviews are definitely true. Food is excellent: delicious scallops, huge crabs.. and then mussels and shrimps! Sides are available as well. Staff is friendly and the atmosphere is great. The only problem is the boking time: manage to book 3-4 weeks in advance!

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Bristol, United Kingdom
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36 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013 via mobile

Definitely an unusual and enjoyable dining experience. The service was very pleasant and friendly. The dishes are simple, scallops, prawns, crab, and mussels. The bread is lovely! They don't take credit cards and you will need to book early on Friday and Saturday as there are not many tables in the restaurant. A great place to take friends if you... More

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Falmouth, United Kingdom
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41 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013 via mobile

Another great meal at the Wheelhouse. I had friends staying who loved seafood so rang and surprisingly got a table for that evening. We had tasty scallops, shell on prawns, delicious mussels in the coconut and chilli sauce and a medium crab. Very messy, tasty and a lovely experience. Wine is very reasonable priced and the concept of such a... More

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