The Riverside (Guest Accommodation & Coastal Restaurant)
Riverside tables in Boscastle with generous plates, huge sundaes, a kids' menu, high chairs and free parking — order early, food takes a while.

Restaurants · Boscastle
Tucked away in the heart of Boscastle, this is a small, seriously good seafood restaurant where the menu goes up on boards each day and the staff happily talk you through every dish — useful when a child needs something simple explained fast. There's a kids' menu and high chairs, plus outdoor seating that's partly undercover, which is the easier option with a pram or a dog in tow. Portions are generous and the cooking is confident: scallops, oysters, grilled sardines, monkfish, mackerel and octopus all draw praise, and the crispy butter beans have converted people who'd never have ordered them. It's small and genuinely busy, so book — and it's the kind of place where a good bottle of wine pushes the bill up. Families describe long, relaxed lunches here rather than quick pit stops.

A little something creative for your next meal out. Filled with colouring, simple drawing prompts for cute animals, origami and conversation starters designed to bring more play, laughter and connection to the table. 3 free printable packs for toddlers, preschoolers and primary-aged children.
Riverside tables in Boscastle with generous plates, huge sundaes, a kids' menu, high chairs and free parking — order early, food takes a while.
A mid-priced restaurant in Boscastle, a handy stop for a family meal while you're out exploring the Cornish coast.
A cosy, 16th-century stone hotel bar in Boscastle with wood beams, a restaurant, and outdoor seating for the family.