Found this gem of a place a couple of years ago. Great steaks and today had one of the best roasts in the area (my other half’s favourite meal). The atmosphere created by the staff from front of house to kitchen is very welcoming. Great banter and laughter. Just how it should be instead of corporate/turn tables quickly places. Well done to Ed and his team. We look forward to seeing you very soon. Nick & Sam
Fiona
We really enjoyed the amazing food here. Definitely recommend the Rock Pool dish.
Mark P
Love this place, always our go to restaurant for a great steak or some lovely fish (check out the Rock Pool dish). Service is always very friendly and the wine list is great. We're so confident with Rafferty's that we have recommended it to many friends.
Dodgymodgy
Having pre booked, there were four of us and three dogs. Two selected the hake, one selected the Rafferty’s burger, and one selected the vegetables in hoisin sauce. All food we very good. Staff were very friendly and attentive. The night we chose was as the predicted storm was moving in. We did find the interior of this lovely restaurant a bit on the cool side,that was the only thing we could fault.
Dave
Rafferty's Rock Pool wow, Michelin star quality for sure! What a wonderful place, been here a few times, and never had a bad experience, not ever. Prices are extremely reasonable for the quality of food and service. I would highly recommend this restaurant...better visit after going to Rick Stein first, because after you've tasted Rafferty's, you're left wondering if Rick Stein has robbed you! Fantastic with kids and couples alike.
CHRIS BOOTH
Go for the rock pool on the menu every time,
willm829
From walking in to leaving everyone was welcoming to us and the dog. You can tell when somewhere is truly dog friendly when they bring you a water bowl without being asked and make as much fuss of the dog as they do the humans! Food was excellent and service was second to none. Atmosphere was perfect in the restaurant too. Will definitely go back next time we’re down here.
Sally Maloy
Great find! Fantastic food and service. They found us a table even though we hadn’t booked. A rare find indeed.
Kate Wilson
Worst dining experience ever would not recommend very disappointing and
RichRachSam
After a bit of searching in the Padstow area we came across this gem. Service was top notch, even a bowl of water and a biscuit for our dog. Food was amazing, half a lobster which was cooked to perfection and a steak which again was perfect, can highly recommend Rafferty’s and will certainly return again when we can. Price also very reasonable, stay away from being ripped off in Padstow and come here instead.
This is the first time we have been to Raffertys , but will certainly return. The service was efficient , friendly and helpful. They made us extremely welcome with our small dog. The food was absolutely excellent, especially the fillet steak, which was perfect. The whole vibe is relaxed and cheerful but also efficient and professional. We will be back next time we are in Cornwall .
sharonc987
We had the most beautiful meal with excellent service. Would highly recommend Rafferty’s. Our dog was also made welcome with treats and a water bowl at the table! Perfect end to our holiday ☺️
Guy Photos
Fabulous food and perfect service. Not cheap but you get what you pay for.
Rafferty Goff
Honestly one of the worst dining experiences I have ever encountered. We were seated in the corner next to the kitchen, next to us was a filthy fridge. We could hear all the kitchen staff talking and how they had forgotten to take off the mushrooms on one of the orders (severe mushroom allergy). I ordered the steak and when it arrived it was the black and burnt. When I reported this to Mr Rafferty, he told me that it was “Chargrilled”. I appreciate this, but it was completely burnt and inedible. I mentioned the dirty fridge, but he simply said we could have moved tables if we had wished. It obviously takes time to sit down and look around before you notice such things. I wanted to offer some constructive comments but he could not have been less interested. A real let down for our last night in Cornwall and very disappointing for our well-meaning comments not to be acknowledged.
Michelle B
Booked weeks in advance and our table wasn’t ready. Waited 45 mins for starters. Rarebit that was burned and wings that were dry. Didn’t eat them and they were immediately taken from the bill. Both had fillet for main. Beautiful meat cooked internally to perfection but the char grilling was either too hot or the grill wasn’t that clean. It was so chargrilled it tasted a bit acrid. The host was a great chap and so busy, probably too busy. I think if everyone else there worked as hard or had as much pride then it would be much better.
Found this gem of a place a couple of years ago. Great steaks and today had one of the best roasts in the area (my other half’s favourite meal). The atmosphere created by the staff from front of house to kitchen is very welcoming. Great banter and laughter. Just how it should be instead of corporate/turn tables quickly places. Well done to Ed and his team. We look forward to seeing you very soon. Nick & Sam
We really enjoyed the amazing food here. Definitely recommend the Rock Pool dish.
Love this place, always our go to restaurant for a great steak or some lovely fish (check out the Rock Pool dish). Service is always very friendly and the wine list is great. We're so confident with Rafferty's that we have recommended it to many friends.
Having pre booked, there were four of us and three dogs. Two selected the hake, one selected the Rafferty’s burger, and one selected the vegetables in hoisin sauce. All food we very good. Staff were very friendly and attentive. The night we chose was as the predicted storm was moving in. We did find the interior of this lovely restaurant a bit on the cool side,that was the only thing we could fault.
Rafferty's Rock Pool wow, Michelin star quality for sure! What a wonderful place, been here a few times, and never had a bad experience, not ever. Prices are extremely reasonable for the quality of food and service. I would highly recommend this restaurant...better visit after going to Rick Stein first, because after you've tasted Rafferty's, you're left wondering if Rick Stein has robbed you! Fantastic with kids and couples alike.
Go for the rock pool on the menu every time,
From walking in to leaving everyone was welcoming to us and the dog. You can tell when somewhere is truly dog friendly when they bring you a water bowl without being asked and make as much fuss of the dog as they do the humans! Food was excellent and service was second to none. Atmosphere was perfect in the restaurant too. Will definitely go back next time we’re down here.
Great find! Fantastic food and service. They found us a table even though we hadn’t booked. A rare find indeed.
Worst dining experience ever would not recommend very disappointing and
After a bit of searching in the Padstow area we came across this gem. Service was top notch, even a bowl of water and a biscuit for our dog. Food was amazing, half a lobster which was cooked to perfection and a steak which again was perfect, can highly recommend Rafferty’s and will certainly return again when we can. Price also very reasonable, stay away from being ripped off in Padstow and come here instead.
Restaurantji Recommends
This is the first time we have been to Raffertys , but will certainly return. The service was efficient , friendly and helpful. They made us extremely welcome with our small dog. The food was absolutely excellent, especially the fillet steak, which was perfect. The whole vibe is relaxed and cheerful but also efficient and professional. We will be back next time we are in Cornwall .
We had the most beautiful meal with excellent service. Would highly recommend Rafferty’s. Our dog was also made welcome with treats and a water bowl at the table! Perfect end to our holiday ☺️
Fabulous food and perfect service. Not cheap but you get what you pay for.
Honestly one of the worst dining experiences I have ever encountered. We were seated in the corner next to the kitchen, next to us was a filthy fridge. We could hear all the kitchen staff talking and how they had forgotten to take off the mushrooms on one of the orders (severe mushroom allergy). I ordered the steak and when it arrived it was the black and burnt. When I reported this to Mr Rafferty, he told me that it was “Chargrilled”. I appreciate this, but it was completely burnt and inedible. I mentioned the dirty fridge, but he simply said we could have moved tables if we had wished. It obviously takes time to sit down and look around before you notice such things. I wanted to offer some constructive comments but he could not have been less interested. A real let down for our last night in Cornwall and very disappointing for our well-meaning comments not to be acknowledged.
Booked weeks in advance and our table wasn’t ready. Waited 45 mins for starters. Rarebit that was burned and wings that were dry. Didn’t eat them and they were immediately taken from the bill. Both had fillet for main. Beautiful meat cooked internally to perfection but the char grilling was either too hot or the grill wasn’t that clean. It was so chargrilled it tasted a bit acrid. The host was a great chap and so busy, probably too busy. I think if everyone else there worked as hard or had as much pride then it would be much better.