The Watch House

Best Chips I've ever had with a rating below 4. What I got was crunchy cooked chips to perfection, apart from the odd chip, which is what we all desire. If you want crunchy chips then come here. If you want soggy to soft chips like most chippies & don't want the risk of overcooked chips then go elsewhere. However I will point out that although cooked to perfection I ordered them plain, and they did taste bland so I had to add salt and vinegar to it to bring out the taste. I will also add these tasted exactly the same as the 3rd best chippy in Devon that I visited in March. Contrary to bad reviews which I ignored , I clearly went on a day when the expert was working (Thursday around 6pm) Price & Size: When they come in boxes you will always know they are going to be more expensive and smaller portions compared to the chippies that sell them in paper, which is usually not at the seaside. With its poor rating that maybe the place needs a new management structure as the standards here seem to be inconsistent. On my next visit here i will be asking bystanders how the chips taste if this place continues to get negative reviews. The choice is yours.

Had fish and chips and scampi and chips takeaway. Won't be going back, very overpriced, chips and scampi overcooked, burnt and very crispy. No food hygene rating on show. After reviewing on line found that the current food hygene rating is 2, wish I had known in advance.

THE FISH IS UNKNOWN ITS FROZEN , the take away area is dirty, rubbish bins needs cleaning, the food counter bits of food everywhere. This place should be high end and yet this business is taking the biscuit of out customers. The glass cabinet where fish drains the oil needs a total deep clean. So today I have reported this place to food hygiene and photos had been taken to prove the condition of this outlet.the fish is taste less….Just checked and food hygiene rating and it’s 2 TWO IMPOVEMENTS REQUIRED and it was on the 12th of April 2024 and clearly haven’t bothered to do anything.Locals are being taken for fools, food hygiene inspection on the 1st October it’s now ONE, So you would have thought the owner would have taken notice? SHOW me the money that’s WHAT the owners are concerned about.

This dish was AMAZING! Felt like home comfort food. Perfect for cold weather or after a long walk on the coast. 10/10 recommend!!!

Got some fish and chips! The fish was good but the chips were really bad overcooked and frozen chips not fresh which is a real shame. Asked for salt and vinegar and that hadn’t been put on. I was sceptical reading the other reviews but it’s true. The curry sauce was lumpy aswell.

The best fish and chips in Cornwall. We’ve been eating here for dinner and getting takeout for over 5 years and absolutely love it. Incredible service, great local produce and fab interior. Can’t recommend enough!

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Watch House in St Mawes, Cornwall and I must say, it was the best food I’ve eaten in a long time! As someone who organises annual team-building sessions at various locations across the UK, this experience truly stood out. The atmosphere at Watch House was welcoming, and the staff went above and beyond to ensure we had a memorable experience. A special mention must go to the manager, who was unbelievably polite and was serving at multiple tables alone. Despite the busyness, they did a fantastic job of ensuring everyone was attended to without missing a beat. The menu offered a fantastic selection of dishes that highlighted fresh, local ingredients. Each plate we ordered was not only delicious but beautifully presented. It was hard to pick a favorite, as everything was remarkable! Due to the wonderful experience we had, a few of my team members are already planning to return with their families for a holiday in July, and they’ve made it a priority to dine at Watch House every night. A big thank you to everyone at Watch House for making our time there so special. It’s safe to say that this is the best place we’ve ever visited for our team-building sessions, and we will certainly be back. From a very happy customer and team, well done!

Lovely location, a group of four having a bit of supper full of anticipation. Then we met the manager. Some people just shouldn’t be in customer facing roles. It’s not their forte. We’d asked the lovely waitress for a table upstairs but then the manager got involved. Didn’t address us, just the waitress even though we were right by her. Just rude. And blunt. Anyhow, overall we had a lovely evening. Good food and wine. Not cheap at £160 fur four but there you go. Shame about the manager. Go and work on a building site mate!

Excellent, gourmet level food in a humble dining room with 4 booths and just 14 other chairs, staffed by friendly, helpful servers. Note, the name has changed since the previous review written in 2010. The 'Old' has been deleted. The restaurant is now The Watch House. Google map the location. The address says Truro but the actual tiny seaside village is St. Maws. Use the public parking just to the right of building. The car park sign is obvious. 75 parking spots available. Then walk 200 yards to the eatery. My meal: delicious sweet potato purée. Slightly spicy with chili oil. Liquified with coconut milk. Croutons in a side cup to top onto the soup. Fish was whole sautéed plaice in clarified butter topped samphire & capers. Adequate cup of chips on the side. Fried correctly and delicious. Wife's meal: roasted tiger prawns, spicy exterior, juicy meat. I was a little surprised that the portion of 6 shrimp was considered a meal, as my plaice dish was comparatively huge. Also, shrimp came with no sides. So for £20 This dish is overpriced. But Barbara was satisfied. She ordered an extra side salad for £4. It was sparkling fresh. Small selection of locally made beers (by the bootle, no,casks), wines and a few cocktails on the menu. I had an ale made in neighboring Penryn, it was satisfying. Barbara had a glass of South African Pinot noir. It was passable at best. (I'm a wine snob from Northern California) Verdict: good food, excellent service, not cheap. Meal described above price was £55. You can eat more economically. Fish and chips will set you back £14.

Two stars for the friendly staff, but that's it. A disappointing lunch in a sticky pub. Don't mind cheap food for cheap prices, but this wasn't cheap. There are much better lunch venues in St Mawes.