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Dolphin

Fore street, Newquay, England
01637878234
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Ranked #41 of 108 restaurants in Newquay
Cuisines: British
Dining options: Reservations, After-hours
Most recent review
- 21 Nov 2012
Restaurant details
Dining options: Reservations, After-hours
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Lincoln, UK
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 November 2012

The locals told us about the Dolphin, so we decided to try it. The decor is dark and could do with a good clean, some new carpets and better lighting. As mentioned in other reviews, the tables were a bit sticky but easily fixed. The starters were divine - mine were scallops, hers were mussels. Both cooked excellently and beautifully... More

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Newquay, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 October 2012

I visited with my partner after hearing some positive reviews.... Sadly, our initial impressions weren't good. The tables felt as if they hadn't been wiped down properly - we almost didn't stay to order but our waiter was friendly and helpful and we decided to overlook the sticky table. We were pleased when our starters arrived as they were both... More

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9 reviews 9 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 September 2012 via mobile

I have eaten twice now at the dolphin, both times very good food and service. Good menu, a little expensive but you get what you pay for! Thanks guys. Will be back.

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Sandy, United Kingdom
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35 reviews 35 reviews
24 restaurant reviews
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 September 2012

I was a little confused if this was the right place is its also called 'ye olde dolphin', however after walking around the area i was pretty sure it was the place i had been recommended by some local people the day before! For starters I had the tiger prawns with sweet chilli and my partner had scallops. My prawns... More

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St John-in-Cornwall, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 September 2012

after being closed for a good while (more than 12 months) we decided to try it out, this used to be our favourite restaurant. what a dissapointment! the new owners havnt even bothered to clean the place, let alone re-decorate, we were first in and it smells...well dirty really. the unenthusiastic staff were bearable and polite i suppose but lacked... More

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Newquay, United Kingdom
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15 reviews 15 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 September 2012

me and my friend were looking for a place to eat in Newquay after 9.30 far too late we thought but amazingly we saw this restaurant, got there and everybody was lovely, excellent service, the atmosphere enjoyable and cosy and the food delicious and different...totally will go again

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Liverpool, United Kingdom
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4 restaurant reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 September 2012

We tried Dolphin based on the TA reviews and the menu outside. It doesn't look much when you walk in but the staff were friendly and helpful and fitted in our group of 8 without a reservation. The fish was fresh and well cooked, the proper chips were lovely too. The desserts were OK. Prices were reasonable.

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Telford, United Kingdom
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19 reviews 19 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 September 2012 via mobile

Really nice menu with plenty of choice of meat and fish. Very tasty and well presented food in a nice cozy environment.

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 September 2012

Excellent food and service in a nice atmosphere. Looks expensive but well worth the little extra. We sat in the bar as we had a small dog ... no problem and a table for 6.

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Ramsgate, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 August 2012

Excellent food and excellent service lovely view over the bay. Food prepared and cooked to a high standard

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