The best view of the surf in Polzeath…
The Cracking Crab is a beach-chic seaside restaurant serving everything from light bites to seafood platters.
Our stunning clifftop setting is ideal for outdoor dining or a glass of wine at sunset!
FOOD & DRINK
Teas & Coffees
Sit back and relax
Join us for a simple pot of tea, a freshly brewed coffee and indulge yourself with one of our cakes or other baked goodies.
Cakes & Ice Cream
Sweet-tooth heaven
We always have a variety of fresh baked cakes, scones, pastries and plenty of ice cream available for kids and big kids alike!
Lunch & Dinner
Easy bites & seafood galore
Our menu focuses largely on seafood. There’s fish by the bucket load but you can get other treats like juicy West Country steaks off the grill.
Drinks
We've got you covered
Teas, coffees and soft drinks. Need something a little more "grown up"? We have a comprehensive wine list and a fully stocked bar of beers, ciders and cocktails.
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Get fuelled up, ready for the days activities and treat yourself to our delicious breakfast options.
Cream teas, Sandwiches, Salads and fresh local seafood. Plenty of choice to fill any appetite.
Something for your little ones. Perfect for filling their tummies after all that fun at the beach.
We have some classics with our own twist. There is definitely something to tickle your fancy.
A wide selection of Teas and coffees, soft drinks, beers, ciders, wines and spirits. We have it all.
Opening Times
Monday - Thursday
Open 11:00am - 9:00pm
Friday - Sunday
Open 9:00am - 9:00pm
Lunch Menu
12:00pm – 3:30pm
Dinner Menu
5:00pm – 8:45pm
For all the bits in between, we also serve snacks, cakes, ice creams, hot drinks, cold drinks, beers, wines, with takeaway options available.
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Open for open for lunch, dinner, teas, coffees and plenty of ice cream. The Cracking Crab is a family friendly restaurant where we like to think we have something for everyone.
Our clifftop location makes The Cracking Crab a hot spot for a leisurely lunch watching the surf, a resting place for a cup of tea after a walk along the coast path or an awesome place to watch the sun setting over sundowners before supper.
Open Hours
Monday – Thursday
11:00am – 9:00pm
Friday – Sunday
9:00am – 9:00pm