Sails Restaurant – Good, Honest Food Cooked from Fresh in the Heart of Looe
Fresh, seasonal food in a relaxed coastal setting just moments from Looe Quay.
An intimate, independently run restaurant on Higher Market Street, known for generous plates, friendly service, and one of the warmest welcomes in Looe.
Open for relaxed evening dining and traditional Sunday roasts.
ABOUT SAILS
Independent, intimate and proudly local.
Sails Restaurant is a small, independently owned dining room just a short stroll from Looe Quay on Higher Market Street. We cook the kind of food we love to eat: generous, flavour-packed plates made from quality ingredients, prepared from scratch in our own kitchen.
With just a handful of tables, Sails feels more like a cosy dinner party than a busy restaurant. You’ll often find the owners welcoming guests, topping up glasses and checking every detail is just right.
We’re proud to be recommended by locals and visitors alike for our warm welcome, relaxed atmosphere and excellent value. Many of our guests return year after year when they visit Looe, bringing friends and family to share their favourite spot.
- Home-cooked dishes prepared to order
- Friendly, attentive service from a small team
- Relaxed, unhurried dining – stay as long as you like
- Ideal for couples, families and food-loving friends
“We opened Sails with a simple idea: to serve fresh, good, honest, seasonal food with genuine hospitality in a place that feels like home.”
Owners, Sails Restaurant, Looe
OUR MENU
Fresh, seasonal dishes with a Cornish coastal twist.
Our menu changes with the seasons and availability, but you can expect comforting classics, carefully cooked Cornish seafood and generous Sunday roasts. Below is a taste of what we serve.
PRICE RANGE £10 TO £40
Starters
Local Pan Fried Scallops
Seasoned with lemon and black pepper, served with black pudding and a pea puree £9.95
Succulent Prawn Cocktail
Served on a bed of Lettuce, Tomatoes with a sweet dill sauce & crusty roll. £8.95
Porthilly Cornish Mussels
Served in a creamy garlic, white wine sauce and served with a crusty roll. £9.50
Garlic King Prawns
Cooked in garlic/parsley butter and and served with a crusty roll. £8.95
Salt & Chilli Shredded Chicken
Served with Dynamite Sauce & Sweet Chili Sauce £8.95
Chicken Wings
Served with BBQ Sauce & Garlic Mayo £8.95
Main Courses
Pan Fried Whole Fillet Of Seabass
Served on a bed of creamy horseradish mash potato, asparagus & parsley sauce £18.95
Porthilly Cornish Mussels (Mains Size)
Served in a creamy garlic, white wine sauce and served with a crusty roll. £18.95
King Prawn Linguine
Served in a creamy, garlic & white wine sauce, served with a crusty roll. £17.95
Local Pan Fried Scallops (Mains Size)
Seasoned with lemon and black pepper, served with black pudding and a pea puree £17.95
8oz Sirloin Steak
Served with skins on chunky chips, flat mushroom & onion rings £19.95
8oz Surf and Turf Sirloin Steak
Served with king prawns, scallops, skins on chunky chips, flat mushroom & onion rings £24.95
Desserts
Apple and Blackberry Crumble
Syrup Sponge
Sticky Toffee Pudding
All served with custard or ice cream or double cream £7.95
Three Scoops of Vanilla Ice Cream £2.95
Sunday Roasts
Join us on Sundays for one of Looe’s favourite roasts – perfectly cooked meats, choose between lamb or beef, or maybe a slice of each, crisp roast potatoes, Yorkshire puddings and seasonal vegetables, all served with rich homemade gravy.
Available 12-4pm or when sold out.
Regular £13.95
Large £15.95
Children £6.95
Drinks & Wines
Choose from our wine list, local ales and ciders, classic spirits and soft drinks. Our team is happy to recommend pairings for your meal.
We also offer a selection of after-dinner coffees to finish your evening in style.
WHY DINE WITH US
A favourite restaurant in Looe for locals and visitors.
5-Star Reviews
Consistently rated as one of the best restaurants in Looe for quality, service and atmosphere, with glowing Google reviews from locals and holidaymakers.
Freshly Prepared Meals
We cook to order using seasonal produce and local suppliers wherever possible – ideal for food lovers seeking good, honest dining in Looe without any fuss.
Intimate Atmosphere
Soft lighting, candlelit tables and a small dining room make Sails perfect for couples, celebrations and relaxed evenings with friends.
Excellent Value & Location
Tucked just off the quay on Higher Market Street, we’re moments from the harbour and town centre – an ideal choice when you’re searching for where to eat in Looe near the water.
GALLERY
Food, Sails Restaurant, Looe.
Local Pan Fried Scallops
King Prawn Linguine
Surf and Turf
Traditional Sunday Roast at Sails
Slow-roasted beef or lamb, beef dripping roast potatoes and seasonal vegetables, served every Sunday in our cosy Looe dining room.
REVIEWS
Loved by locals and visitors to Looe.
Here’s what guests say when they review Sails Restaurant on Google and other sites.
“Quite simply the best restaurant in Looe. The food was outstanding from start to finish and the service was warm, friendly and unhurried. We felt genuinely looked after.”
— Sarah, holidaymaker
“A hidden gem just off the quay. Cosy, welcoming and the steaks were cooked perfectly. If you’re searching for where to eat in Looe, this should be top of the list.”
— James & Emily, weekend break
“We visit Looe every year and always book Sails. The Sunday roast is fantastic and the team make you feel like old friends. One of Looe’s best restaurants by far.”
— Martin, regular guest
FIND & CONTACT US
Visit Sails Restaurant in the heart of Looe.
Location & Contact
Address
Sails Restaurant
Higher Market St
Looe
PL13 1BP
Phone
07920 510034
Opening Times
Evening dining: Wednesday – Saturday 5.30pm - 10.30pm
Sunday roasts served 12pm - 4pm
Times may vary seasonally – please call to confirm or book.
We recommend booking in advance, especially at weekends and during school holidays, as our cosy dining room fills quickly.
Find us: Sails Restaurant, Higher Market St, a short walk from the quay and harbour car parks – ideal for those looking for Looe restaurants near the quay.
Book a Table or Send an Enquiry
Use the form below to request a booking or ask a question. We’ll confirm your reservation by phone or email. In additional Information, please enter how many people. We will call you back shortly to confirm your booking.
Reserve Your Table at One of Looe’s Favourite Restaurants
Whether you’re a local regular, visiting for a few days or celebrating a special occasion, we’d love to welcome you to Sails Restaurant in Looe.
Looking for a restaurant in Looe, a cosy steak restaurant in Looe or simply one of the most welcoming Looe restaurants near the quay? Sails is ready to welcome you.
