The pub has a simple motto which, in short, is to provide guests with warm and happy memories, driven by food that puts a smile on your face alongside drinks that put a spring in your step.
In the kitchen, chef Joe Rozier is responsible for the brigade of chefs who consistently produce dishes to a high standard throughout service. A phenomenal cook, Joe’s passion for excellence in hospitality and his loyal dedication to the company was rewarded with the opportunity to become Head Chef, in 2019, and now Chef Director
The pub has a selection of six menus to consider, from the Lunch & Dinner service, Little Sailors, Gluten Free, Sunday Lunch, Vegan, and Vegetarian, meaning a lot of needs have been catered for.
On the main Lunch & Dinner menu, expect to see dishes from the grill including Philip Warren & Son 40-day aged 800g rib of beef (for two); the Mariners burger made from aged beef; as well as handcrafted pies made from locally-sourced ingredients.
For those looking for something a little more seasidey, then the Dogs Pollock crisp pollock hotdog may hit the spot, served with pickled cucumber, triple mustard, dill and parmesan and salty skinny fries.
Of the gastronomic empire Paul and Emma Ainsworth have built, Paul says: “Starting this next exciting chapter here in Padstow, we couldn’t be more grateful for the support from our loyal customers and friends.
“Every day we learn new things that we bring to the business, allowing us to keep improving what we do.
"While I strive for excellence in the kitchen, Emma has expertly refined the smaller details and helped us provide those extra little touches that our customers so often notice.
“Our team are the family behind us who have supported and believed in our vision right from the beginning.”