# The Watermargin, Saint Austell — Reviews & Opening Hours > Rated 4.2/5 from 437 Google reviews. Simple Chinese menus with Wednesday night all-you-can-eat buffet and a private function room. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/restaurants/the-watermargin (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Chinese Restaurant # The Watermargin St Austell, Cornwall [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=12387677057391529412&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Adam Homer](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/114185142590592407079) **In short:** The Watermargin is a Chinese restaurant in Cornwall, rated 4.2 out of 5 from 437 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 7 October 2026 · source: Google Places Simple Chinese menus with Wednesday night all-you-can-eat buffet and a private function room. Summary via Google ## About The Watermargin The Watermargin is a Chinese restaurant on Gover Road in St Austell. The menu includes a la carte dishes such as crispy noodles special, salt and pepper tofu, and Thai-style curry. On Wednesday evenings an all-you-can-eat buffet is available. A private function room is on site. The restaurant holds a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, takes bookings, and is suitable for children and groups. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [The Watermargin's own website](http://www.watermarginrestaurant.com/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** Closed **Tuesday** Closed **Wednesday** 5:30 – 9:00 PM **Thursday** 5:30 – 9:00 PM **Friday** 5:30 – 9:30 PM **Saturday** 5:30 – 9:30 PM **Sunday** 5:30 – 9:00 PM ## What's nearby - Truro Road Park next door - Furniture World St Austell next door - HBH Woolacotts (St Austell) next door - Co-op Food - St Austell - Westhill 200m away - St Austell Argos 350m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners say this Chinese restaurant offers a delicious buffet with flavorful dishes and perfectly cooked meats, as well as a la carte options like crispy noodles special, salt & pepper tofu, and thai style curry. They also highlight the friendly, kind, and attentive service, and the cozy atmosphere. Some reviews mention the orders can be incorrect. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.2 / 5 (437 reviews) **Dogs allowed** No **Good for children** Yes **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/606209). [More restaurants in Cornwall](https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/restaurants) ★ 4.2 (437 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £20 – £30 [Visit official website](http://www.watermarginrestaurant.com/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [01726 74886](tel:0172674886) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Cornwall **Plus Code** 9C2Q86Q2+88 ### 🏨 Places to stay near Cornwall Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Yes, The Watermargin takes reservations. ### How do I contact The Watermargin? 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