# The Mote, Port Isaac — Reviews & Opening Hours

> Rated 4.4/5 from 813 Google reviews. Harbourside restaurant on 2 floors of a 16th-century building, serving local fish and shellfish.

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

Seafood Restaurant

# The Mote

Port Isaac, Cornwall

[View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=12284737438271559595&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

Photo: [Paul Jeffery](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/117554253118028868447)

**In short:** The Mote is a seafood restaurant in Cornwall, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 813 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating.

Details checked 7 October 2026 · source: Google Places

Harbourside restaurant on 2 floors of a 16th-century building, serving local fish and shellfish. Summary via Google

## About The Mote

The Mote occupies a 16th-century harbourside building on two floors in Port Isaac, serving local fish and shellfish. Fish and chips appear regularly on the menu alongside other seafood options.

The restaurant takes bookings and accommodates groups. Food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5.

## Menu & facilities

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

## Opening hours

**Monday** 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM

**Tuesday** 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM

**Wednesday** 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM

**Thursday** 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM

**Friday** 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM

**Saturday** 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM

**Sunday** 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM

## What's nearby

- Port Isaac Fishermen Ltd. next door
- Cornish Sea Tours next door
- Outlaw's Fish Kitchen next door
- The Slipway, Port Isaac next door
- Just Shellfish next door

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

Diners like this restaurant's delicious and fresh seafood, especially the fish and chips, and appreciate the wide variety of menu options. They also highlight the friendly and welcoming staff, the pleasant atmosphere, and the convenient location by the harbor.

Some reviews mention the food can be overpriced.

Summary via Google

## At a glance

**Guest rating** 4.4 / 5 (813 reviews)

**Good for groups** Yes

**Booking required** 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/1645586).

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★ 4.4 (813 reviews)

Typical price range (Google)

£20 – £70

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

[01208 880226](tel:01208880226)

(please mention staycation.co.uk when calling)

### Quick Facts

**Destination** Cornwall

**Plus Code** 9C2QH5R9+V7

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## Quick answers

### What are the opening hours of The Mote?

The Mote is open Mon–Sun 11am–11pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

### Is The Mote any good?

The Mote is rated 4.4 out of 5 from 813 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5.

### Can you book a table at The Mote?

Yes, The Mote takes reservations.

### How do I contact The Mote?

Call The Mote on +44 1208 880226.

## More near The Mote

### Hotels & B&Bs nearby

- [The Slipway ★ 4.2 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/port-isaac/hotels/the-slipway)
- [Church Hill House next door](https://staycation.co.uk/betws-y-coed/hotels/church-hill-house)
- [The Gallery ★ 3.9 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/port-isaac/hotels/the-gallery)
- [The Old School Hotel ★ 4.6 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/port-isaac/hotels/the-old-school-hotel)

### Holiday cottages nearby

- [Haven Cottage ★ 5.0 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/cottages/haven-cottage-28269)
- [Cloam Cottage next door](https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/cottages/cloam-cottage-syk1080429)
- [Fishermans Cottage next door](https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/cottages/fishermans-cottage-cwc73205)
- [Pibbies next door](https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/cottages/pibbies-syk1115834)

### Campsites nearby

- [Cornish Tipi Holidays ★ 4.6 · 2.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/camping/cornish-tipi-holidays)
- [Mill Meadow Certificated Site ★ 5.0 · 2.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/camping/mill-meadow-certificated-site)
- [Little Meadow Camping ★ 5.0 · 2.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/camping/little-meadow-camping)
- [Southwinds Camping Park ★ 4.4 · 3.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/camping/southwinds-camping-park)

### Things to do nearby

- [Port Isaac Beach 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/port-isaac/attractions/port-isaac-beach)
- [Trevathan Farm ★ 4.6 · 1.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/port-isaac/attractions/trevathan-farm)
- [Polzeath Beach ★ 4.4 · 3.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/polzeath/attractions/polzeath-beach)
- [Cornwall Adventures ★ 5.0 · 3.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/truro/attractions/cornwall-adventures)
