The Olive Garden in Tintagel

"We booked this last minute for 7:00pm. We were the only couple in there, perhaps a slow evening? That’s the only reason I’ve marked the atmosphere low. The guy serving was a little grumpy but still very helpful. As we were the only two in there, we thought he would put us on a larger table, but no, we had a table for two which was disappointing. The food though was fantastic and very tasty and based on the fabulous food, we would definitely go again and do recommend you try it."

"Lovely staff, delicious food, wonderful atmosphere. The staff are friendly & helpful making sure we had everything we needed- the food comes quickly and is delicious! The food is fresh and tasty - we loved the spaghetti & the mozzarella salad. We can’t wait to go back! It’s a real gem."

"Just passing and popped in.... Two other couples there, owner very pleasing and laid back. Food was delicious and portions are enormous!! Really enjoyed my evening there, if I was in Tintagel again, I'd probably only go there!! I had the salad starter, carbonara (couldn't finish) garlic bread and scoop of ice cream to finish... And bottle of wine... Can't remember total but it was worth it!"

"What a lovely night, phoned to book a reservation told we couldn't do a certain time, as other people had booked, took the time they offered. What a wonderful place, food excellent, wine perfect. The front of house recommended it, after we explained what we liked. We had a special off the board and one of the menu, had extras so happy with everything we had. Highly recommended."

"A place that felt like home. From the moment we walked in, Olive Garden had that rare warmth you can’t fake — the kind that feels like walking into your family’s kitchen after a long time away. The welcome was genuine, the atmosphere easy and relaxed, and the food… incredible. The steak was cooked perfectly, and the linguine was rich, comforting, and full of flavour — proper food made with care. It all reminded me of those family dinners where everyone slows down and just enjoys being together. We felt so at home that we booked again before we’d even left. It’s the kind of place you look forward to coming back to — simple, heartfelt, and full of warmth."

"+ We loved our food and the drinks were great. It's advisable to book a table as it's a desirable restaurant and most tables were reserved."

"A true gem in Tintagel — every bite and moment felt cared for. We stopped at The Olive Garden during our trip, and it ended up being one of the highlights of our stay. The food was exceptional — fresh, full of flavour, and clearly made with love rather than rush. The service was just as impressive: friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming without ever feeling forced. The atmosphere is what seals it — relaxed, warm, and perfectly suited for a quiet evening meal or a long conversation over wine. You can tell the team here takes real pride in what they do. We left full, happy, and already planning our next visit."

"Popped in without a booking last night and they squeezed us in. Food was delicious and staff attentive yet not always checking in on you. The best place to eat in Tintagel by far just be sure to book ahead to save disappointment!! Top food, top staff, top place!!!"