A Taste Sensation

Places to eat on St. Martin's

St. Martin’s offers several dining options, many boasting stunning coastal views and a focus on fresh, local ingredients. For an elegant meal, Karma St. Martin’s provides fine dining along with more casual choices by the beach. You can grab a homemade pasty, quiche, or sandwich from The Island Bakery, enjoy a slice of homemade cake at Polreath tearooms, pick up a treat from a roadside honesty stall, or sample delicious fare at the quaint island store. Wherever you go, you’ll find plenty of local produce and home-baked delights. Since most eateries operate seasonally, it’s best to check opening times before your visit.

 

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Cloudesley Shovell Restaurant - Karma St. Martin's

‘Cloudesley Shovell’ restaurant is named after the English naval officer, who met his fate in 1707 during one of the Scilly’s biggest shipping disasters. Shovell became a British hero and his legend lives on in Karma’s restaurant. Respecting the…

Polreath Tea Room

Enjoy delicious home-baked cakes, cream teas and Moomaid ice cream in our plantsman’s garden, airy conservatory or Scillonian glasshouse. Open Sunday to Thursday 11:00 to 16:30. Please visit our website for up to date opening times and information.

The Island Bakery

We pride ourselves on the fact that everything in the bakery is handmade and freshly prepared on the premises, using the finest local and Cornish ingredients wherever possible. Our bread is baked each morning and we have a selection of white, granary and wholemeal available every…

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