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WAX at Watergate Bay, Newquay, Cornwall

WAX at Watergate Bay

4.5
4.5
705 Reviews
£25 and under
Gastro Pub

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2 people
10:00 p.m.
Booked 5 times today
  • Dog-friendly
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
WAX is Watergate bays newest venue. The Bar and Kitchen offers you a chance to experience amazing food and drink while overlooking the iconic bay.

If your looking for a table of 6 or more please give us a call 01637 860353
Please note, our table turnover time is 1.5hrs

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 10:00 am–10:00 pm Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–8:45 pm
  • Phone number
    01637 860353
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Dawn Grainger
  • Neighbourhood
    Newquay
  • Parking details
    Cornwall Council Carpark opposite WaxFree from 4pm between April-OctFree ALL DAY Nov- March
  • Public transit
    First Bus A5 Route Newquay-Padstow
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wine

What 705 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Cornwall

    Great for brunch

  • Cornwall

    Child-friendly

  • Cornwall

    Good for groups

  • Cornwall

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Cornwall

    Hot spot

  • Cornwall

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Cornwall

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Cornwall

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
WAX at Watergate Bay offers an inviting seaside dining experience with "excellent food and service." Guests rave about the "fantastic views of the sea" and the warm welcome for dogs. Regular entertainment adds to the lively atmosphere. While service and food generally delight, occasional seating and menu issues have been noted.

705 Reviews
  1. Helen

    Cornwall

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We really enjoyed a festive meal at WAX today. I love Watergate Bay and parking was free as it was out of season...bonus...nice beach walk with dog...bonus...then on to WAX where staff were friendly, food was scrumptious and atmosphere warm and welcoming x thank you, we are looking forward to our next visit xXx

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  2. Vikki

    Cornwall

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 11, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was amazing. Was a little cold in the venue

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  3. Amy

    Devon

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We visited in the summer and had a terrible experience in terms of wait time and the staff, however we decided to return because the food was delicious. It was obviously A LOT quieter considering its winter, and the food arrived promptly. Staff friendly enough but their customer service could be improved. I.e table service and manners. Food tasted nice and not too badly priced.

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  4. Mick

    Cornwall

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Superb service by the guy I presume was the manager and by the young waitress. Instant service, very friendly and polite and food delivered piping hot within 15 minutes. We’ve used WAX and The Phoenix as it was previously for 35 years, tonight’s service was probably the best ever. Top marks all round and thanks for such pleasant and professional service to you both, Cheers from Mick and Carolyn.

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  5. Ms

    Cornwall

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was outstanding ! Definitely recommended The staff so friendly and helpful We will be coming again soon thank you

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  6. deborah

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So pleased they have brought back the wax roast wraps they are amazing, taste fantastic, perhaps the potatoes could be a bit more crispy on the outside, that would be my only complaint…. The chicken and beef was cooked to perfection. The gravy was delicious. And the sticky toffee pudding was heaven . Would definitely recommend…. And we will be back soon

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  7. richard

    Gloucestershire

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 18, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Wax is always great, and last night was no different. Great choice on menu, food is tasty and hot. Desserts were fab as well. The team were having Internet issues which was affecting their EPOS systems.... Just go an buy STARLINK - you will not regret it, and give additional service to your clients :-) Don't go waiting for anything like WildaNET just not worth the drama! hahahaha. Seriously - great beach experience here, and the sunsets are to die for. Thanks Team :-)

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  8. John

    Cornwall

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    We were really looking forward to eat at The Wax last night . I ordered a Wagyu beef burger with mushrooms, bacon, Emmenthal cheese and blue cheese sauce. My wife ordered fish and chips. Also two mocktails All came to £40 Drinks were ok. Didn't have to wait long for the burger to land on our table. It arrived so fast it was actually cold. The cheese didn't even have time to melt inside the burger. The Wagyu burger WASN'T a Wagyu burger . It tasted like burnt cardboard. Totally tasteless. There wasn't any blue cheese sauce or whatever it was supposed to be. My fries had a megaton of salt. Totally impossible to eat. My partner's fish and chips was ok. Just dry. The waitress asked me if everything was ok which at that point I was just honest and politely told her what I thought of the food. She was understanding, she gave us a free dessert which it also was ... Ok. I'm not annoyed with front house staff. I'm annoyed at the chef who thought, sending that food out was worth the £40 we paid . Also lieing about it on the menu. I felt like walking in the kitchen and slap him in the face with that burger. He/she clearly don't gives monkey about cooking. Should be sacked. Flipping burgers is not rocket science FFS. Could have done better than that. Probably used to serve a drunken crowd who lost the sense of taste. Whoever you are in that kitchen , if you are not happy there , go somewhere else so that someone who cares about food can take over .

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  9. Charlotte

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely bar and restaurant! Staff are friendly and helpful, and it’s right next to the beech! Enjoyed entertainment in the evening - a 20 piece sea shanty band! Great time all round 😍

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  10. Lisa

    Cornwall

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food served quickly with really friendly staff. Great location sat on the balcony looking at the sea.

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FAQs

WAX at Watergate Bay offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 01637 860353.

WAX at Watergate Bay is rated 4.5 stars by 705 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
10:00 p.m.
Booked 5 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for WAX at Watergate Bay

Watergate Bay, Newquay, Cornwall TR8 4AB

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Newquay
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 10:00 am–10:00 pm Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–8:45 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Cornwall Council Carpark opposite WaxFree from 4pm between April-OctFree ALL DAY Nov- March
  • Public transit
    First Bus A5 Route Newquay-Padstow
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Dawn Grainger
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wine
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