Having formally re-launched earlier this year, Samphire Restaurant has firmly established itself as a champion of local suppliers, sourcing ingredients, drinks, and produce from businesses across Cornwall to create an authentic Cornish dining experience.
Located in a picturesque position overlooking Fowey Harbour and housed within the historic Old Quay House Hotel, Samphire Restaurant, a Cornish Coastal Kitchen, specialises in fresh, seasonal sharing plates with a particular emphasis on exceptional seafood.
Head Chef Richard Massey believes that supporting local producers is fundamental to the restaurant's philosophy. “Cornwall’s larder is one of the best in England, thanks to its unique climate and incredible seafood. We’re blessed with so many fantastic growers and producers, so it was only natural to support our fellow locals.”
Since its re-launch, Samphire has quickly gained a reputation for delivering high-quality dishes that showcase the very best of Cornwall's land and sea. The restaurant attributes much of its growing success to a commitment to provenance, sustainability, and close relationships with trusted local suppliers.
Among the businesses supplying the kitchen are Mathew Stevens for fresh fish and Fowey scallops, James Kittow Butchers & Graziers for premium meats, West Country Mussels and Cornish Crab Company for shellfish, and both Niles Bakery and Quay Bakery for freshly baked products.
The restaurant's dedication to local sourcing extends beyond the food menu. Samphire's bar team has curated an impressive selection of handcrafted cocktails and locally produced beverages, celebrating some of Cornwall's finest distillers, brewers, vineyards and cider makers.
Guests can enjoy sparkling wines from Camel Valley near Bodmin, spirits and cider from Foy Gin & Cider, and a range of distinctive products from Mounts Bay Distillery near Marazion, including Ebba Gin, Rumdhu, Keynvor, Mariners, and White Rum. Many of the botanical ingredients used in cocktails, including samphire and other sea vegetables, are foraged from the Cornish coastline.
The drinks menu also features award-winning spirits from Tarquin's and Connie Glaze, alongside local favourites such as Doom Bar from Rock and Verdant's Helles Lager and Lightbulb Ale which are brewed in Cornwall.
By placing local sourcing at the heart of its operation, Samphire Restaurant continues to celebrate Cornwall's rich food and drink heritage while supporting the businesses and communities that make the county such a renowned culinary destination.
Reservations are highly recommended: samphirefowey.co.uk
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