The Hayloft

8.84
(749 reviews)
British, Fish and seafood, French

The Hayloft is a 19th century hay barn that was an intrinsic part of the spice route between Penzance and London. Having been a restaurant for 40 years, the Burns family bought The Hayloft in 2016 and have been renovating the building back to former glory.

Our award winning team bring the best of local, seasonal ingredients and make everything fresh on site: from bread to butter - bacon to sausages. Family & dog friendly, outdoor terrace, easy access, free WIFI & free parking, come and enjoy the best of local today!

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8.84
Overall rating
based on recent ratings
Food 8.65
Service 9.14
Ambience 8.57
Cleanliness 9.29
749 reviews

Food 1

Service 5

Ambience 1

Cleanliness 5

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Jack H. Dined 5 years ago

Where to begin. Arrived and asked where we were sitting. Thought I'd been helpful by stating I didn't mind on my booking form but told "I'll need to ask the manager" as if this was some difficult decision and problem I'd caused. Seated outside. Had to go in to get service to start with as no one came to take order. Starter of chicken liver parfait was almost liquid. The peaches with it were just horribly sour and not sweet at all. The main course of chicken was fine but nothing at all special for the price and didn't have any bacon or broad beans as the menu said. The leeks/peas were over cooked and the onion/leek burnt. The side of vegetables had only more peas and burnt leeks! My partners fish was cooked alright but the rice moved as one glutinous mass and the only other accompaniment was a piece of rock hard charred pak choi. Dessert was fabulous but it was from the local morrisons which I can highly recommend!

Food 9

Service 9

Ambience 8

Cleanliness 9

kR

kate R. Dined 5 years ago

Loved our visit previous visit had been years ago and this time was the absolute opposite, the service was friendly, quick and responsive, the atmosphere much improved by the removal of 'that' carpet and a smartened up (not top score as dealing with covid so no atmosphere is top marks currently). The food was delicious- highly recommended and look forward to another visit soon. Thank you

Food 4

Service 6

Ambience 5

Cleanliness 9

CS

Carole S. Dined 5 years ago

first visit and menu too fussy for one party member. portions very small and prices too high for the experience. benefit from eat to help made it bearable but full price would have been overpriced.

Food 6

Service 6

Ambience 5

Cleanliness 5

AM

Agnieszka M. Dined 5 years ago

Food nothing fancy, outdoor seating, very uncomfortable, food prices too high for the quality offered.

Food 8

Service 10

Ambience 7

Cleanliness 9

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Scames Dined 5 years ago

Food 10

Service 10

Ambience 10

Cleanliness 10

LS

Lisa S. Dined 5 years ago

Staff attentive as customers were being noisy . They moved us somewhere quiet. I would love to return . Thank you x

Food 3

Service 6

Ambience 4

Cleanliness 6

SB

Steve B. Dined 5 years ago

Food - overly salty, poor overall. Service- wrong orders, no cutlery with food. Ambience- pub like, not restaurant Like. Cleanliness - sticky table. We wish you well and hope you appreciate constructive criticism and feedback off social media.

Food 4

Service 10

Ambience 3

Cleanliness 3

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tamsin t. Dined 5 years ago

Friendly and attentive staff however extremely shocked and disappointed at the standard and portion size of the food for the price. Having eaten in some of the best restaurants in the south west I have no problem with paying for good food, although for £15 I would expect a ‘house burger’ to come with some sort of side salad. Instead, I’m sorry to say, we received the sort of ensemble better suited to a budget cafe, in an anaemic looking roll and some soggy chips. The hake with tomato stew was pleasant but seemed to rather watery and no where near the £16 price tag. Pudding priced at £7 & £8 was an anticlimax. I really wanted to support local businesses during this pandemic, and perhaps we picked an ‘off day’ but I’m afraid I won’t be returning to the Hayloft, which is a real shame as it’s a great location for my family and I who live near by.

Food 10

Service 10

Ambience 10

Cleanliness 10

VO

Vivienne O. Dined 5 years ago

Great place for breakfast very accommodating. Prices are reasonable, clean place.

Food 5

Service 5

Ambience 7

Cleanliness 10

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Fairhall Dined 5 years ago