With our temperate climate and such outstanding natural beauty surrounding us, the Fal River area isn't short on bars, cafes, and restraunts that encourage you to dine outdoors. Here's our top 5 best al fresco eateries in the area. 

Pandora Inn

The combination of  food, drink and magical creek side setting has helped make The Pandora Inn multi-award winning pub.

Inside, the pub has plenty of cosy nooks and corners with plenty of secluded areas for you to dine. Outside you can eat at tables overlooking the water’s edge, or dine ‘on the water’ itself – seated on the spectacular pontoon.

The Pandora Inn has an extensive menu that changes with the seasons. Whether you want a sandwich, a light bite or the full-three courses, you’ll find something to whet your appetite.

Harbour View

This family run restaurant/café/bar is located in the heart of Falmouth with fantastic views over the Harbour.

The seasonal menus and daily specials offer the best of local produce with a good selection of fish, meat and vegetarian dishes.

Family friendly, the Harbour View has seating both inside and out with a spacious deck for alfresco dining. On cooler evenings and chilly days, ask to borrow one of the complementary fleece blankets or find a spot under one of their heaters.

Gylly Beach

Sat on Falmouth’s famous Gyllyngvase Beach, over looked by Pendennis castle with fantastic views of the lizard peninsula is the Gylly Beach Cafe.

The heated outdoor area is the ideal place to enjoy everything from a relaxing coffee with a home-made cake to a tasty lunchtime treat or evening meal using the finest local Cornish ingredients with a culinary twist.

This family run award winning cafe is simply striving to serve the best locally sourced food in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere.

The Working Boat

A proper pub, serving exceptionally good food, right on the waterfront. The Working Boat is the perfect spot to drop the anchor and spend time with friends or family, day or night.

It's cool new decking area makes The Working Boat the most recent addition to our favourite al fresco spots. Always nice and busy, you can count on a fantastic atmosphere - relaxed, yet lively and perfect for families, couples or friends to rock up to.

The Rosevine

The Rosevine's Michelin Guide Restaurant offers all-day family friendly dining on the lawn overlooking the spectacular views across Gerrans Bay.

Whether you want brunch, simple tapas-style dishes, healthy choices for children or a three-course grown up supper you'll find it at The Rosevine alongside a relaxed atmosphere and a sensibly priced menu that uses top-quality local ingredients without being overly fussy.