# Above The Bookshop, Falmouth — Reviews & Opening Hours

> Above The Bookshop — Cafe in Falmouth with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.7/5 from 46 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions.

Source: https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/restaurants/above-the-bookshop (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version.

Cafe £ 🐾 Dogs Welcome

# Above The Bookshop

Falmouth, Cornwall

[View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=2080327195206591521&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

Photo: [Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/)

**In short:** Above The Bookshop is a cafe in Cornwall, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 46 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating and dogs welcome.

Details checked 28 August 2026 · source: Google Places

## Good to know

### Payment

- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless

Details via Google — worth confirming with the restaurant before you travel.

## About Above The Bookshop

Above The Bookshop operates from the first floor of Falmouth Bookseller on Church Street. The cafe serves breakfast, brunch and lunch alongside coffee, beer and wine, with vegetarian dishes and desserts available. Customers can dine in or take away, and dogs are welcome.

Freshly baked scones and light snacks feature on the menu. The setting suits reading or board games. Food hygiene rating: 5 out of 5.

## Menu & facilities

For the current menu and prices, see [Above The Bookshop's own website](http://abovethebookshop.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu).

🥐 Breakfast 🥞 Brunch 🥪 Lunch ☕ Coffee 🍺 Beer 🍷 Wine 🍰 Dessert menu 🥦 Vegetarian options

🍴 Dine-in 🥡 Takeout

## Opening hours

**Monday** 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM

**Tuesday** 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM

**Wednesday** 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM

**Thursday** 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM

**Friday** 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM

**Saturday** 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM

**Sunday** 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

### Lunch hours

**Monday** 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM

**Tuesday** 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM

**Wednesday** 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM

**Thursday** 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM

**Friday** 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM

**Saturday** 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM

**Sunday** Closed

## What's nearby

- Falmouth Bookseller next door
- Inkfish Falmouth next door
- The Poly next door
- Ming's Garden next door
- The Arwenack Club next door

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

Diners like this cafe's delicious coffee, freshly baked scones, and light snacks. They also highlight the relaxed and cozy atmosphere, which is ideal for reading or playing board games. Guests mention the friendly staff and appreciate the clean and tidy environment.

Summary via Google

## At a glance

**Guest rating** 4.7 / 5 (46 reviews)

**Price level** £

**Dogs allowed** Yes

**Booking required** No

**Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good

**Destination** Cornwall

Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1700717).

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★ 4.7 (46 reviews)

Typical price range (Google)

£1 – £10

[Visit official website](http://abovethebookshop.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant)

[01326 333173](tel:01326333173)

(please mention staycation.co.uk when calling)

### Quick Facts

**Destination** Cornwall

**Plus Code** 9C2P5W3J+GM

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## Quick answers

### What are the opening hours of Above The Bookshop?

Above The Bookshop is open Mon–Sat 9:30am–5pm; Sun 11am–4pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

### Is Above The Bookshop any good?

Above The Bookshop is rated 4.7 out of 5 from 46 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5.

### Is Above The Bookshop dog-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at Above The Bookshop.

### Can you book a table at Above The Bookshop?

Above The Bookshop does not take reservations, so it is walk-in only.

### Does Above The Bookshop have vegetarian options?

Yes, Above The Bookshop serves vegetarian food.

### Does Above The Bookshop have outdoor seating?

No, Google does not list outdoor seating.

### How do I contact Above The Bookshop?

Call Above The Bookshop on +44 1326 333173.

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### Hotels & B&Bs nearby

- [Seaview Inn ★ 4.6 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/falmouth/hotels/seaview-inn)
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