What should I order at Blue Bistro?
Blue Bistro
Cream Tea
Mentioned multiple times as brilliant and fab, with lovely scones that guests enjoyed so much they sometimes skipped dinner. Described as a highlight and a lovely treat.
Savoury Cheese Tea with Warm Scones and Pickle
Specifically praised for being absolutely beautiful, featuring two types of cheese and a side of pickle, indicating a well-loved and distinctive offering.
Trout with Fresh Vegetables
Recommended as fantastic home-cooked food that is excellent value for money and better quality than similar dishes elsewhere, highlighting freshness and quality.
Sandwiches/Toasties
Mentioned as part of the menu offering from sandwiches to 3-course meals, with many noting good quality and freshly cooked items, though one review expressed a negative experience with a toastie.
About Blue Bistro
Blue Bistro is a restaurant in Saint Austell, serving lunch and dinner with dine-in and takeout options. Reviewers consistently praise the home cooked food, freshly cooked dishes, warm scones, and cream tea, along with the cosy feel and friendly service. The menu is described as small but varied, with dishes like rabbit pie, sandwiches, and three-course meals. It is priced at £10–20 and also offers coffee, wine, and alcohol.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Coffee
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
Amenities
- Restroom
Frequently asked questions
What is Blue Bistro known for?
Blue Bistro is especially known for its scones and cream tea, which reviewers call brilliant and beautifully served. The home cooked food and freshly cooked dishes also stand out, with people mentioning rabbit pie, generous portions, and meals that are worth returning for.
What dishes are most recommended at Blue Bistro?
Reviewers most often highlight warm scones, cream tea, rabbit pie, and savoury cheese tea with cheese, pickle, and scones. Sandwiches, toasted teacakes, and full cooked meals also get strong praise for being freshly made to order and well presented.
What is the atmosphere like at Blue Bistro?
The atmosphere is described as small, quaint, cosy, and homely, with a relaxed feel and an open setting that makes it easy to chat with other holidaymakers. It suits couples, small groups, and travellers looking for a friendly meal, and reviewers also note that it is dog friendly.
Is Blue Bistro good value, and what is the price range?
Blue Bistro is in the £10–20 range, and reviewers repeatedly call it good value for money because the portions are generous and the food is freshly cooked. People also mention that the quality feels higher than the price suggests, especially for cream tea, lunch, and full meals.
Do you need to book ahead at Blue Bistro?
Yes, booking ahead is a good idea because one review notes there are only 6 tables. Reviewers also say it can be quiet at first, but the food is cooked to order, so a short wait can be part of the experience.
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