The 10 Best Breakfasts in Cornwall (2024)

Box & Barber, Newquay

Box & Barber is nestled in Fore street, Newquay and is inspired by the elite Aussie brunch culture. The perfect spot for bathing in the sun with the starlings, while enjoying a refreshing acai bowl with a rainbow of toppings. Taste pancake perfection with their Box pancakes: blueberry, banana, vanilla creme fraiche, toasted almonds and maple syrup – YUM! Prefer something savoury? Try the Box wrap – their droolworthy, signature take on the breakfast burrito. You can count on impeccable coffee and the highest quality ingredients every time.

Open everyday from 8am – 3pm.

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Strong Adolfos, Wadebridge

A treasure trove of delectable eats located at Hawksfield, by the roadside and surrounded by rolling green hills. Here you’ll find the crème de la crème of full english breakfasts, that hits the spot everytime. If you’re in the mood for something a little more taste bud tantalising – try their kimchi mushroom toast, it’s bloody delish! Take a wander around the boutique shops next door after you’ve eaten.

Open from 8:30am – 3:30pm everyday for food and they have a special menu for kids, featuring mini versions of the menu favourites.

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The Good Stuff, Boscastle

If you fancy a hearty breakfast in Boscastle before a day of exploring the museum of witchcraft and magic and the enchanting local shops – The Good Stuff is the ideal spot. They’re committed to using local, seasonal produce. If you’re visiting in Spring, their fancy egg bap with wild garlic pesto is simplicity in it’s most delicious form.

Open Thursday-Friday: 9.30am-3pm, Saturday-Sunday: 9.30am-4.30pm, Monday: 9.30am-3pm.

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Bread & Butter, Truro

Bread & Butter are well known for their fluffy, american style pancakes with a myriad of tempting topping choices from apple & cinnamon compote, honeycomb crunch & caramel sauce to the classic butter and maple syrup. They have a beautiful garden courtyard, where you can escape the hustle and bustle of Truro’s town centre. Last orders for breakfast and brunch are:

Mon-Fri 11.45am // Sat & Sun 12.30pm.

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Three Little Birds, Falmouth

With an ever changing, seasonal menu – you’ll always be in for a scrumptious surprise when visiting the Three Little Birds in Falmouth. One thing never changes – their ability to make eggs taste phenomenal. Check out their instagram for some egg-ceptional yolk content that will have you booking a table, hopping in your car and driving to Falmouth just to get your hands on some.

Open Weekdays 7:30am – 3:30pm and Saturday 9am -2pm.

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Farm and Fort, Treen, Penzance

The perfect Penzance pit stop, for post dog walk on Pedn Vounder beach. Pooches are welcome! Delight in marvellous coffees and pastries in the sweetest converted farm house (the coconut, chocolate and almond croissant is just divine), or enjoy a homemade granola, fresh fruit and yogurt bowl outside if the sun is shining. Tie it in to a trip to Lands End and Sennen Cove for the full south coast experience!

Open 9am – 3pm Thursday to Monday.

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Short and Strong, Charlestown

Fuel up at Short and Strong, part of the infamous Longstore restaurant in Charlestown. Big, bold flavours in their cooked breakfasts – try the full Cornish or the BLATE – the classic BLT has the scrumptious addition of avocado and egg in a sesame bun. Truly a one way ticket to flavour town. Checkout Charlestown harbour and the Charlestown Shipwreck Treasure museum during your visit.

Open daily from 8am til 4pm.

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Cove Cafe, Hayle

Picture this, breakfast on the beach. It doesn’t get much better than literal ocean views, watching surfers in the line up, whilst you sip on your morning coffee and tuck into Shakshuka – baked eggs in a lightly spiced tomato sauce & flatbread to dip – mouth-watering! Fancy trying something a little adventurous whilst you’re in the area? Book a surf lesson with Hayle Surf School!

Breakfast is served daily from 9:30 – 11:30am.

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Slice of Cornwall, Falmouth

Well known, and discussed, rumoured to leave you dreaming about the party in your mouth for weeks later and for good reason! Slice of Cornwall are known for their impeccable chicken and waffles but their huevos rancheros and full cooked breakfasts are also to die for. Beautiful outdoor seating and surroundings which only adds to the exquisite experience.

Open 9am-4pm, Monday to Sunday.

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Gorse, Lanteague, Newquay

Out of town and surrounded by fields, you’ll find a collective of super cool businesses at Lanteague near Newquay – including Gorse. Prepare to eat some of the best pastries of your life, whatever you choose (good luck) – be sure to get an extra pastel de nata for later, they are truly divine. The bacon brioche is another firm favourite!

Open Tuesday – Friday 7:30am – 2:00pm, Saturday 8:00am – 2:00pm and Sunday 9:00am – 1:00pm.

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