About Holy Mackerel Cafe
Holy Mackerel Cafe is housed in a converted chapel in Helford, near Helston. The kitchen turns out fresh crab sandwiches alongside hot chocolate and other dishes, with vegetarian and vegan options available. Portions are generous and prices reasonable.
The cafe welcomes groups and dogs. It holds a five-star food hygiene rating.
Opening hours
- Monday
- 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Thursday
- Closed
- Friday
- Closed
- Saturday
- 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
What's nearby
- Helford Village Store 100m away
- Helford River Sailing Club 150m away
- Shipwrights Arms 150m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Diners like this cafe's delicious and creative food, including fresh crab sandwiches and hot chocolate, with generous portions and vegetarian and vegan options. They also highlight the charming, quirky atmosphere and reasonable prices.
Some reviews mention the staff can be unwelcoming.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Guest rating
- 4.4 / 5 (244 reviews)
- Dogs allowed
- Yes
- Good for children
- No
- Good for groups
- Yes
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5 – Very good
- Destination
- Cornwall
Food hygiene rating from the Food Standards Agency.