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What to order
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Fish Stew
Recommended multiple times as one of the standout dishes; reviewers said it was the best, so good they would order it again, and praised its flavour.
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Scallops
Frequently praised for being very fresh, perfectly cooked, and among the dishes people liked most; one review specifically said they liked the scallops the most.
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Mussels
A recurring favorite that was described as 10/10, with an incredible sauce, and repeatedly noted as fresh and well cooked.
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Seafood Platter
Mentioned several times as excellent and amazing, with reviewers highlighting the fresh seafood and making it a shareable highlight of the meal.
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Lobster
Praised in multiple reviews for being fresh, perfectly cooked, and full of flavour, including as part of a surf and turf and in repeat visits.
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Sardines
Recommended as part of a shared starter and described as lovely, fresh, and excellent.
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Seafood Linguine
Explicitly highly recommended by a reviewer, standing out as a dish worth trying.
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Pizza
Several pizza dishes were praised for being fresh, delicious, and piping hot, with specific mention of the goat cheese, red onion, and rocket topping and the Cornish four cheese pizza.
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Tiramisu
Called wonderful and used as a dessert follow-up to the pizza, suggesting it was a memorable sweet finish.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 12 to 9 PM |
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| Tuesday | 12 to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 9 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM to 9 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM to 8:30 PM |
About Sam's On The Beach
Relaxed US-style bistro and fish specialist in an airy former lifeboat station with harbour views.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Curbside pickup
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Checks
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is Sam's On The Beach known for?
It is best known for fresh seafood and the beachside setting, especially dishes like mussels, sardines, lobster, crab, fish stew, and seafood platters. Reviewers repeatedly mention the sunset views, harbour outlook, and how the seafood is cooked well and full of flavour.
What dishes are most recommended at Sam's On The Beach?
Reviewers most often recommend mussels, sardines, lobster, crab, fish stew, Thai scallops, and the seafood platter. Other specific standouts mentioned include plaice, sea bass, Cornish pilchards, and the veggie roast dinner, with several people saying the desserts, especially profiteroles, were excellent too.
What is the atmosphere like at Sam's On The Beach?
The vibe is casual, cozy, romantic, and historic, since it is in a converted former lifeboat station with floor-to-ceiling windows facing the beach and harbour. It suits couples for sunset dinners, groups, and solo diners, and reviewers often mention the friendly staff and relaxed beachside feel.
Is Sam's On The Beach good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is £20–50, and reviewers generally feel the quality matches it because the seafood is fresh, portions are good, and the setting is memorable. Some menu items are more accessible, like bacon rolls from £5 and a halloumi, mushroom, and pesto roll for £6 at breakfast, while larger seafood meals and three-course dinners are described as worthwhile for the view and service.
Do you need to book ahead at Sam's On The Beach?
Yes, reservations are recommended for lunch and dinner, and reviewers say it can be busy even outside peak summer, with window and indoor tables often reserved. Several guests who walked in were only seated because staff squeezed them in before booked diners arrived, so booking is the safer choice if you want a specific table or sunset timing.
Is parking available at Sam's On The Beach?
Yes. Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Sam's On The Beach have vegetarian options?
Yes, Sam's On The Beach offers vegan options.
Is Sam's On The Beach kid-friendly?
Yes, Sam's On The Beach is good for kids.
