# Rock Pool Cafe, Penzance — Reviews & Opening Hours > Rock Pool Cafe — Cafe in Penzance with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.6/5 from 911 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/restaurants/rock-pool-cafe (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Cafe 🐾 Dogs Welcome # Rock Pool Cafe Penzance, Cornwall [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=11543363669514885860&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Mariana B](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/110600208348424935546) **In short:** Rock Pool Cafe is a cafe in Cornwall, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 911 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating and dogs welcome. Details checked 7 October 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Rock Pool Cafe Rock Pool Cafe sits on The Parade in Mousehole, serving cream teas with warm scones, focaccia and crab sandwiches. The cafe looks out over the sea and accommodates children, groups and dogs. Food hygiene rating: 5 out of 5. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Rock Pool Cafe's own website](https://www.facebook.com/people/Rock-Pool-Cafe-Mousehole/100089705446979/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Tuesday** 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Wednesday** 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Thursday** 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Friday** 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Saturday** 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Sunday** 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM ## What's nearby - Mousehole Rock Pool next door - The Old Coastguard next door - The Mousehole 150m away - Mousehole Harbour 250m away - Mousehole School 250m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners like this cafe's delicious cream teas with warm, fluffy scones, as well as their tasty focaccia and crab sandwiches. They also highlight the stunning sea views and the relaxed, peaceful atmosphere. Guests mention the staff are friendly, welcoming, and attentive. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.6 / 5 (911 reviews) **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **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/1580271). [More restaurants in Cornwall](https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/restaurants) ★ 4.6 (911 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £10 – £20 [Visit official website](https://www.facebook.com/people/Rock-Pool-Cafe-Mousehole/100089705446979/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Cornwall **Plus Code** 9C2P3FM7+VH ### 🏨 Places to stay near Cornwall Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DCornwall%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Rock Pool Cafe? Rock Pool Cafe is open Mon–Sun 11am–5pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Rock Pool Cafe any good? Rock Pool Cafe is rated 4.6 out of 5 from 911 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ### Is Rock Pool Cafe dog-friendly? Yes, dogs are allowed at Rock Pool Cafe. ### Is Rock Pool Cafe good for children? Yes, Rock Pool Cafe is listed as good for children. ## More near Rock Pool Cafe ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [Ship Inn ★ 4.4 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/penzance/hotels/ship-inn) - [The Old Pilchard Works ★ 4.9 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/mousehole/hotels/the-old-pilchard-works) - [Kings Arms ★ 4.4 · 0.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/penzance/hotels/kings-arms) - [6 Trungle Terrace ★ 5.0 · 0.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/paul/hotels/6-trungle-terrace) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [The Little Net Loft next door](https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/cottages/the-little-net-loft-syk1080143) - [Wootton Gray 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/cottages/wootton-gray-syk1200271) - [Harbour Lights 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/cottages/harbour-lights-syk1193551) - [Mermaid Cottage 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/cottages/mermaid-cottage-syk979535) ### Campsites nearby - [Mousehole Camping ★ 4.2 · 0.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/camping/mousehole-camping) - [Kesoberi Community Farm ★ 5.0 · 0.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/penzance/camping/kesoberi-community-farm) - [Trewarveneth Manor Farm Camping ★ 4.7 · 1.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/penzance/camping/trewarveneth-manor-farm-camping) - [Boleigh Farm Site ★ 4.4 · 2.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/camping/boleigh-farm-site) ### Things to do nearby - [Mousehole Beach ★ 4.2 · 0.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/penzance/attractions/mousehole-beach) - [Lamorna Cove ★ 4.4 · 2.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/penzance/attractions/lamorna-cove) - [Jubillee Pool ★ 4.4 · 2.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/penzance/attractions/jubillee-pool) - [Escape Rooms Cornwall ★ 4.9 · 2.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/penzance/attractions/escape-rooms-cornwall)