Had this place recommended to us and owe them a drink. Friendly service from the moment you walk in the door. A bit of kitchen theatre watching the chefs do their magic and absolutely stunning food. Clams followed by lobster, prawn and crayfish risotto.
We ate at Salt & Samphire last night and I still haven't stopped thinking about it! The service was the most welcoming, attentive and friendly I've ever had in a restaurant. The staff have created a real family-friend atmosphere and were so knowledgeable about the menu. Plenty of gluten-free options which is a rarity so really good to see.
As for the food...... If I could give more stars I would. Absolutely delicious. We cannot wait to go back.
I have to echo a previous review, the lobster, prawn and crayfish risotto is one of the best dishes I’ve had. The lobster was so perfectly cooked it was amazing.
We arrived in St Merryn really late and we’re looking for somewhere to grab anything. We went in and the kitchen had just closed but Lauren (I think) said if we ordered straightaway she’d see what she could do.
Between us we had 2 risottos, hake or sole (?) and pasta. We left 3 bone dry plates and only didn’t finish the pasta because it was such a generous portion. We all then had chocolate and caramel tarts. Again, so yummy!!!
By the time we’d finished it was closing time and Lauren said good night and we finished up with the owner (Tim?). He was as friendly and nice as Lauren.
Excellent restaurant and staff, and even better food. Cannot recommend this place highly enough.
Had a family meal here last week and have to say was superb. Quality of food was excellent as were the portion sizes, the service also on point with a very good selection of wines. After visiting the Cornish Arms earlier in the week would highly recommend this place as far better value and quality. Try for yourself you will not be disappointed.
Another amazing dinner! So glad we booked to come back! The prawn and lobster risotto is the best meal I have ever eaten. And a big thanks to Chef's Dave and Gav for adapting my wife's meal to be vegan. The staff were amazingly friendly and the atmosphere was great! We will be coming back over and over again! Thanks to everyone involved for a great dinning experience!
Fantastic little restaurant, amazing food one of the best meals I have had in a long time. Friendly and welcoming staff. Don't even think about it, get a table booked!
Amazing Service and Amazing food! Absolutely loved the atmosphere. Great for a nice evening out. Will definitely be back next time we are in Cornwall!
Fantastic food tonight, 5 of us ate here and we all thoroughly enjoyed every aspect, had a great table overlooking the chefs! Service was amazing and food not rushed with plenty of time between courses, would 100% recommend this little gem of a restaurant in St Merryn!
I've heard a lot of good reviews for Salt and Samphire, and it didn't disappoint! This is some of the best food I've eaten for a long time - it's we'll worth a visit.
Had an absulutely delicious meal this ecening with my best friend and her sister could not fault the meal. Thank you from the Welsh woman Sarah. 😀👍👍👍
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