# Barbican Bistro, Penzance — Reviews & Opening Hours

> Barbican Bistro — Restaurant in Penzance with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.8/5 from 321 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions.

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Restaurant ££ 🐾 Dogs Welcome

# Barbican Bistro

Barbican Lane, Penzance

[View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=9880901691284975324&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

Photo: [Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/)

**In short:** Barbican Bistro is a restaurant in Penzance, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 321 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating and dogs welcome.

Details checked 28 August 2026 · source: Google Places

## Good to know

### Parking

- ✓Free street

### Payment

- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless

Details via Google — worth confirming with the restaurant before you travel.

## About Barbican Bistro

Barbican Bistro occupies the Barbican Tea And Coffee Room on Barbican Lane in Penzance's historic quarter. The kitchen specialises in seafood, with lemon sole, mussels and John Dory among regular offerings, and serves small plates alongside a wider menu. Vegetarian dishes are available. The wine and beer list complements the food. Prices are moderate.

The venue takes bookings and welcomes children and dogs. Outdoor seating is available, and staff are noted for their attentiveness. The food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5.

## Menu & facilities

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

🥪 Lunch 🍽️ Dinner ☕ Coffee 🍺 Beer 🍷 Wine 🍰 Dessert menu 🥦 Vegetarian options

🌤️ Outdoor seating 🍴 Dine-in

## Opening hours

**Monday** 12:00 – 10:30 PM

**Tuesday** 12:00 – 10:30 PM

**Wednesday** 12:00 – 10:30 PM

**Thursday** 12:00 – 10:30 PM

**Friday** 12:00 – 10:30 PM

**Saturday** 12:00 – 10:30 PM

**Sunday** 12:00 – 10:30 PM

## What's nearby

- Jubilee Pool next door
- Battery Rocks 200m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

Diners like this restaurant's delicious and fresh seafood, including dishes like lemon sole, mussels, and John Dory, and appreciate the variety of small plates. They also highlight the reasonable prices and the lovely atmosphere. Guests mention the staff are friendly, welcoming, and provide excellent service.

Summary via Google

## At a glance

**Guest rating** 4.8 / 5 (321 reviews)

**Price level** ££

**Dogs allowed** Yes

**Good for children** Yes

**Good for groups** Yes

**Booking required** Yes

**Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good

**Destination** Penzance

Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1563149).

[More restaurants in Penzance](https://staycation.co.uk/penzance/restaurants)

★ 4.8 (321 reviews)

Typical price range (Google)

£20 – £30

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

[01736 695667](tel:01736695667)

(please mention staycation.co.uk when calling)

### Quick Facts

**Destination** Penzance

**Plus Code** 9C2P4F89+8G

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## Quick answers

### What are the opening hours of Barbican Bistro?

Barbican Bistro is open Mon–Sun 12pm–10:30pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

### Is Barbican Bistro any good?

Barbican Bistro is rated 4.8 out of 5 from 321 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5.

### Is Barbican Bistro dog-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at Barbican Bistro.

### Is Barbican Bistro good for children?

Yes, Barbican Bistro is listed as good for children.

### Can you book a table at Barbican Bistro?

Yes, Barbican Bistro takes reservations.

### Does Barbican Bistro have vegetarian options?

Yes, Barbican Bistro serves vegetarian food.

### Does Barbican Bistro have outdoor seating?

Yes, there is outdoor seating.

### Is Barbican Bistro wheelchair accessible?

Google does not list a wheelchair-accessible entrance at Barbican Bistro.

### Is there parking at Barbican Bistro?

Yes: free street parking.

### How do I contact Barbican Bistro?

Call Barbican Bistro on +44 1736 695667.

## More near Barbican Bistro

### Hotels & B&Bs nearby

- [The Dolphin Tavern ★ 4.6 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/penzance/hotels/the-dolphin-tavern)
- [The Dock Inn ★ 4.5 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/penzance/hotels/the-dock-inn)
- [The Yacht Inn ★ 4.2 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/penzance/hotels/the-yacht-inn)
- [Chapel House ★ 4.9 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/hotels/chapel-house-penzance)

### Holiday cottages nearby

- [2 Bell Tower next door](https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/cottages/2-bell-tower-syk1095432)
- [Jubilee Cottage next door](https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/cottages/jubilee-cottage-syk959185)
- [Chapel Street 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/cottages/chapel-street-ukc863)
- [The Slipway ★ 3.8 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/cottages/the-slipway-syk918889)

### Campsites nearby

- [Ponsandane Campsite ★ 4.7 · 0.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/penzance/camping/ponsandane-campsite)
- [Stream Valley Holiday Park ★ 3.7 · 1.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/penzance/camping/stream-valley-holiday-park)
- [Trewarveneth Manor Farm Camping ★ 4.7 · 1.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/penzance/camping/trewarveneth-manor-farm-camping)
- [Fox Farm Motorhome Park ★ 4.7 · 1.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/penzance/camping/fox-farm-motorhome-park)

### Things to do nearby

- [Jubillee Pool ★ 4.4 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/penzance/attractions/jubillee-pool)
- [Escape Rooms Cornwall ★ 4.9 · 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/penzance/attractions/escape-rooms-cornwall)
- [Penzance Leisure Centre ★ 4.5 · 0.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/penzance/attractions/penzance-leisure-centre)
- [Long Rock Beach ★ 4.5 · 1.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/penzance/attractions/long-rock-beach)
