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Halfway House, Penryn, ENG

Halfway House

4.3
4.3
543 Reviews
£25 and under
Pub

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
If you're looking for a welcoming atmosphere along with great food and drinks, all served in a beautiful Cornish setting, then the Halfway House pub in Penryn is the place for you. Our spacious pub has plenty of room for everyone and families are more than welcome, including your four-legged friends!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pub
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–11:30 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    01209 704191
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    We have different Buffet menus available on request {covid restrictions apply} We can also offer plated options if required and welcome all your catering needs as well as dietary requirement's.
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome Private Events {covid restrictions apply at present}
  • Neighbourhood
    Penryn
  • Cross Street
    A394 Between Helston and Penryn
  • Parking details
    The Halfway House has a very large Carpark with easy access to our building. The Carpark is well lit and for patron use only.
  • Public transit
    Bus stop is located in Rame which is a 5/10 min walk to The Halfway House. This is all accessible via a well lit footpath. The frequent U4 & L3 (summer season) services call here, These run every hour between Falmouth & Penzance via the university, Helston, Porthleven, Praa Sands & Marazion/St Michael's Mount (U4), & between Truro & Helston (L3)
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Experiences

  • Festive Set Menu - £28.95pp (£10pp deposit)

    £10.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Nov 20, 2024 - Dec 30, 2024
    Join us for our traditional three course (£28.95) or two course (£24.95) festive set menu. Think crispy ham hock terrine, British lamb rump and proper sticky toffee pudding to name a few, alongside turkey and the traditional trimmings. Visit our pub website to view the full menu, pricing and details. Secure your festive booking today with a deposit of just £10 per person.
    Festive Set Menu - £28.95pp (£10pp deposit) photo
  • New Year's Eve Set Menu - £38.95pp (£10pp deposit)

    £10.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Celebrate the New Year in style with our three course set menu. Think cured salmon, venison & pancetta pie, and triple chocolate delice to name a few. Visit our pub website to view the full menu, pricing and details. Secure your festive booking today with a deposit of just £10 per person.
    New Year's Eve Set Menu - £38.95pp (£10pp deposit) photo
  • 3 Course Christmas Day Menu -£80pp (£25pp deposit)

    £25.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 25, 2024 only
    Join us for our traditional three course Christmas Day set menu. Choose from a selection of our perfectly prepared dishes alongside our turkey & traditional trimmings. Visit our pub website to view the full menu, pricing and details. Secure your festive booking today with a deposit of just £25 per person.
    3 Course Christmas Day Menu -£80pp (£25pp deposit) photo

What 543 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Cornwall

    Good for business meals

  • Cornwall

    Child-friendly

  • Cornwall

    Good for groups

  • Cornwall

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • South Coast

    Best Overall

  • South Coast

    Best Service

  • South Coast

    Best Value

  • South Coast

    Great for brunch

  • South Coast

    Child-friendly

  • South Coast

    Good for groups

  • South Coast

    Healthy

  • South Coast

    Neighbourhood gem

  • South Coast

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • South Coast

    Lively

  • South Coast

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Halfway House offers a cozy atmosphere with "excellent staff and atmosphere" and consistently great food. Known for its carvery, the restaurant delivers "great value for money." While occasional service hiccups occur, the friendly staff and enticing menu keep guests returning. A perfect spot for Sunday lunch with family and friends.

543 Reviews
  1. Robert

    Cornwall

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous service great food and the parking was easy too

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  2. Ryan

    Cornwall

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Good very good, service also good but a tad slow, although it was very busy. Overall, one of the best, if not the best carvery we have had, especially value for money!
    Halfway HouseResponded on November 27, 2024
    Hi Ryan, many thanks for your review - we look forward to welcoming you back soon. The Halfway House team.

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  3. Emma

    Cornwall

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an amazing meal and experience. The service was amazing and everyone was so friendly, the food was outstanding and the atmosphere was fantastic. We will definitely be coming back again and again and again.
    Halfway HouseResponded on November 27, 2024
    Hi Emma, Many thanks for your lovely review, so glad you enjoyed your time with us and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon. The Halfway House Team.

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  4. Debbiee

    Cornwall

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely carvery at Half Way House, very nice dining area, and brilliant service Would recommend
    Halfway HouseResponded on November 27, 2024
    Hi Debbiee, Many thanks for your lovely review, we look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best wishes, The Halfway House team.

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  5. Christine

    Cornwall

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Food very good, service lets it down. Ordered cup of coffee which came out half full, when asked for more water was told, coffee had been put in a larger cup. Staff expected finished plates to be handed up the table to them, when they could go around the table. Would try again as local, willing to give another chance.
    Halfway HouseResponded on November 27, 2024
    Hi Christine, Many thanks for your feedback, this will be fed back to staff to ensure you have a lovely visit next time. Kind regards, The Halfway House Team

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  6. Terry

    Hampshire

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Parsnips and roast potatoes under cooked, turkey and chicken was so dry, Yorkshire pudding was burnt, gravy tasted funny 3/10.
    Halfway HouseResponded on November 27, 2024
    Hi Terry, Many thanks for your feedback - this is most unusual for our carvery but I will ensure that the kitchen team are made aware to ensure we continue to improve. I hope you return to give us another try again soon. Kind regards, The Halfway House team

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  7. John

    Cornwall

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 30, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Booked last minute on the way home from a day out. Looked after by the host. Service prompt, food good, friendly atmosphere.
    Halfway HouseResponded on November 27, 2024
    Hi John, Many thanks for your great feedback and kind words - we hope we can welcome you back again soon. Kind regards, The Halfway House Team

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  8. Jill

    Cornwall

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely Sunday lunch. Excellent value. We will return
    Halfway HouseResponded on November 27, 2024
    Hi Jill, Many thanks for your great review, so pleased you enjoyed your Sunday Lunch with us. Look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Kind regards, The Halfway House Team

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  9. Hayley

    Cornwall

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Great service. Meats were over cooked, not moist, the veg could have been hotter. The extras not worth it. 2.50 for pigs in blanket left it there. Prefer when it was table service.
    Halfway HouseResponded on November 27, 2024
    Hi Hayley, I'm sorry our Carvery didn't meet your expectations, your feedback has been noted and we will aim to improve. Kind regards, The Halfway House Team

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  10. Helen

    Cornwall

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 12, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Soup tepid calamari overcooked order lasagne and that’s all I received no salad or fries pie crust under cooked burger basic drinks good but expensive Overall my family made the evening enjoyable cost of very basic pub grub £193 for 5 guests Realise pubs are struggling but the food served here hasn’t encouraged me to return Sorry I hoped for better from a local eating house
    Halfway HouseResponded on November 27, 2024
    Hi Helen, I'm sorry we didnt meet your expectations on this occasion - all feedback is greatly recieved. Best wishes, The Halfway House Team

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FAQs

Halfway House is rated 4.3 stars by 543 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Halfway House

Rame Cross, Penryn, ENG TR10 9ED

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    A394 Between Helston and Penryn
  • Neighbourhood
    Penryn
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–11:30 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pub
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    The Halfway House has a very large Carpark with easy access to our building. The Carpark is well lit and for patron use only.
  • Public transit
    Bus stop is located in Rame which is a 5/10 min walk to The Halfway House. This is all accessible via a well lit footpath. The frequent U4 & L3 (summer season) services call here, These run every hour between Falmouth & Penzance via the university, Helston, Porthleven, Praa Sands & Marazion/St Michael's Mount (U4), & between Truro & Helston (L3)
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Phone number
    01209 704191
  • Catering
    We have different Buffet menus available on request {covid restrictions apply} We can also offer plated options if required and welcome all your catering needs as well as dietary requirement's.
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome Private Events {covid restrictions apply at present}
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