# Bosuns Locker Eating House/The Boatshed Cafe-Bar, Penzance — Reviews & Opening Hours

> Rated 4.3/5 from 904 Google reviews. Weatherboarded restaurant & bar with a cosy, wooden interior serving locally-caught fish & steaks.

Source: https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/restaurants/bosuns-locker-eating-house-the-boatshed-cafe-bar (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version.

Restaurant 🐾 Dogs Welcome

# Bosuns Locker Eating House/The Boatshed Cafe-Bar

Penzance, Cornwall

[View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=6177254479327232104&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

Photo: [The Boatshed](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/118185814709630983675)

**In short:** Bosuns Locker Eating House/The Boatshed Cafe-Bar is a restaurant in Cornwall, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 904 Google reviews, with a 2/5 food hygiene rating and dogs welcome.

Details checked 7 October 2026 · source: Google Places

Weatherboarded restaurant & bar with a cosy, wooden interior serving locally-caught fish & steaks. Summary via Google

## About Bosuns Locker Eating House/The Boatshed Cafe-Bar

The Boatshed Cafe-Bar, a weatherboarded building on Wharf Road, has a wooden interior and serves locally-caught fish and steaks. The restaurant takes bookings, welcomes dogs and is suited to families and groups.

Fresh fish and seafood feature regularly on the menu, with generous portions. A vegetarian fish and chips option is available. Staff are noted as friendly, though service can be inconsistent. The restaurant holds a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5.

## Menu & facilities

For the current menu and prices, see [Bosuns Locker Eating House/The Boatshed Cafe-Bar's own website](http://www.boatshedpz.co.uk/reservation?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu).

## Opening hours

**Monday** 12:00 – 4:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM

**Tuesday** 12:00 – 4:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM

**Wednesday** 12:00 – 4:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM

**Thursday** 12:00 – 4:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM

**Friday** 12:00 – 4:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM

**Saturday** 12:00 – 4:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM

**Sunday** 12:00 – 4:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM

## What's nearby

- Buccaneer Shell Shop next door
- St. Mary's, Penzance next door
- Penzance Harbour 150m away
- The Isles of Scilly Steamship Company 200m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

Customers consistently praise this restaurant for its fresh and well-cooked fish and seafood, including the unique vegetarian fish and chips, alongside the generous portion sizes. The friendly staff, reasonable prices, and welcoming dog-friendly atmosphere are also frequently highlighted by diners.

Some reviews mention the service can be inattentive.

Summary via Google

## At a glance

**Guest rating** 4.3 / 5 (904 reviews)

**Dogs allowed** Yes

**Good for children** Yes

**Good for groups** Yes

**Booking required** Yes

**Food hygiene rating** 2 out of 5 – Improvement necessary

**Destination** Cornwall

Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/552417).

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★ 4.3 (904 reviews)

Typical price range (Google)

£20 – £30

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

[01736 368845](tel:01736368845)

(please mention staycation.co.uk when calling)

### Quick Facts

**Destination** Cornwall

**Plus Code** 9C2P4F89+P8

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## Quick answers

### What are the opening hours of Bosuns Locker Eating House/The Boatshed Cafe-Bar?

Bosuns Locker Eating House/The Boatshed Cafe-Bar is open Mon–Sun 12pm–4pm, 5:30pm–9pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

### Is Bosuns Locker Eating House/The Boatshed Cafe-Bar any good?

Bosuns Locker Eating House/The Boatshed Cafe-Bar is rated 4.3 out of 5 from 904 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 2 out of 5.

### Is Bosuns Locker Eating House/The Boatshed Cafe-Bar dog-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at Bosuns Locker Eating House/The Boatshed Cafe-Bar.

### Is Bosuns Locker Eating House/The Boatshed Cafe-Bar good for children?

Yes, Bosuns Locker Eating House/The Boatshed Cafe-Bar is listed as good for children.

### Can you book a table at Bosuns Locker Eating House/The Boatshed Cafe-Bar?

Yes, Bosuns Locker Eating House/The Boatshed Cafe-Bar takes reservations.

### How do I contact Bosuns Locker Eating House/The Boatshed Cafe-Bar?

Call Bosuns Locker Eating House/The Boatshed Cafe-Bar on +44 1736 368845.

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