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Garrack Restaurant

Burthallan Lane, St Ives TR26 3AA, England
+44 (0)1736 796199
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Ranked #30 of 95 restaurants in St Ives
Price range: €16 - €48
Cuisines: English
Dining options: Reservations
Description: Perched on the cliff-top and boasting magnificent coastal views, The Garrack is a secluded family-run hotel and restaurant set in 2 acres of picturesque grounds. Cosy in the winter and airy in the summer, the restaurant has a relaxed, contemporary charm and a concise menu of creative modern British cooking. Home-spun specialities display Celtic, Gaelic and global influences, and seasonal specials showcase stunning regional produce. The extensive drinks list features fine wines, and a premium selection of spirits.
Restaurant details
Dining options: Reservations
Description: Perched on the cliff-top and boasting magnificent coastal views, The Garrack is a secluded family-run hotel and restaurant set in 2 acres of picturesque grounds. Cosy in the winter and airy in the summer, the restaurant has a relaxed, contemporary charm and a concise menu of creative modern British cooking. Home-spun specialities display Celtic, Gaelic and global influences, and seasonal specials showcase stunning regional produce. The extensive drinks list features fine wines, and a premium selection of spirits.
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2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

We dined here twice for evening meal, and on both occasions , we ate the most delightful food befitting a michelin star restaurant . The staff were friendly and attentive to ensure a great dining experiance, and if you like gin , the selection at the bar was vast !!

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2013 NEW

We joined our friends for a really delicious meal in the restaurant this week. After a few drinks in the bar where we were greeted by a very friendly waitress, we sat at a table overlooking the beach. Our waitress was attentive, polite and friendly. I chose from the set menu and had quails egg and duck, both of which... More

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Colchester, United Kingdom
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11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013

We had booked a short break in the Garrack hotel and because of our long journey we decided to dine in the hotel, we were shown to a great table overlooking Porthmeor bay, the menus were interesting including the set one. Lots of local produce and an imaginative chef went to make a very memorable meal. The wine list had... More

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St Ives, United Kingdom
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11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2013

menu sounds enticing, but does not deliver, tried the elderflower pannacotta as it sounded lovely but didn't even have an essence of elderflower. Also no sauce with both of our fillet steaks extremely disappointing, the waitresses were so busy setting up for breakfast that we couldn't get their attention I'm afraid, forget the crystal and table cloths and stuffy service... More

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See 7 more reviews by ladyfoodlover for St Ives
Devon
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3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 March 2013

Have also reviewed the hotel, as we went on an overnight stay package, but wanted to review the restaurant separately as it is definitely worth the effort. We were amazed at the choices offered for the price ( and even if you had paid substantially more you would not be disappointed!) The food lived up to it's menu and each... More

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Truro, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 March 2013

everything was amazing! super three course evening meal and very tasty breakfast! good choice to suit most people.

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Birmingham, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 February 2013

blimey what a gem!!! so cute and gorgeous. The staff were above friendly and helpful. the food was faultless an was perfect to ask my beautiful girlfriend to become my wife!! The prices also were excellent by the way. Three courses for just over £20!!! and that included a rib eye steak!!!!! Completely and utterly worth the trip out of... More

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Birmingham, United Kingdom
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15 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
47 helpful votes 47 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2013

Had a 3 course meal here; has have many food allergies had an I depth conversation with chef and nothing was too much trouble for him. Basically he asked what I would like to eat and he adapted the food to my requirements. Food came fresh, plentiful and extremely good. Def recommend.

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See 6 more reviews by SunshineAndShowers17 for St Ives
Kettering, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2013

The breakfast was excellent - good choice and excellent value, a great start to any day. The dinners at The Garrack Hotel were delicious, excellent cuisine, good value and well recommended.

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See 3 more reviews by RMC2013 for St Ives
Exeter, United Kingdom
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3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 February 2013

Lovely food, polite and helpful service. Vegetarians well catered for. Amazing views. Very good breakfasts with unusual options.

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