The coffee here is legit. The place to come for a reliable cup of Joe. They serve their poison at the correct temperature (not boiling) and the classic Americano comes with hot water and your milk of choice. Delicious. Sugar in sachets. Attentive, polite service. read more
The Basement is built with in the drang, a small shopping area just off thje Quay, and has fantstic views over the harbour. The Basement has confortable inside and outside alfresco seating and is a great place to eat, drink and socialise in a comfortable environment. If you wish to start your day with a Breakfast or a Morning coffee and cake or prefur to relax outside with a glass or wine with our Lunch or Evening Menus then we look forward to seeing you read more
The Basement opens at 9:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
What time does The Basement close?
The Basement closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.The Basement closes at 4:00 PM on Sunday.
Mon-Sat 9:00 AM - 9:00 PMSun 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Food & Alcohol
Does The Basement serve alcohol?
Yes, The Basement serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only
Outdoor Amenities
Does The Basement have outdoor seating?
Yes, The Basement has outdoor seating options.
Does The Basement have parking?
Yes, The Basement has parking options.
Other Amenities
Does The Basement have free WiFi?
Yes, The Basement has free WiFi.
From the Business
Specialties
The Basement is THE CLOSEST restaurant to the quayside in Padstow. It is located in a courtyard with views overlooking the harbour. We are a passionate team who care about the service we offer and we endeavour to make all our food from raw ingredients on the premises with supplies coming from companies and producers as close as possible to the front door.
History
Established in 2002.
The 19th century saw the crowded corners of 'down town' Padstow filled with its inhabitants of shipwrights, sawyers, block makers, blacksmiths and rope makers associated with its successful shipbuilding trade, along with the families of fisherman at sea and the butchers, boot makers, clock-makers, drapers and tailors who supplied their needs. Not forgetting the innkeepers who provided food and shelter for many a traveler. Padstow was in its' hey day, exporting cured fish of many types, especially pilchards, as well as wheat, barley, oats, cheese and minerals.
Nowadays, all around the harbor, the warehouses, workshops and storerooms of an earlier age have been transformed, to meet the needs of its locals in business and the visitors who flock here each year to see its beauty, feel its atmosphere and sample the delicious food and drink it has to offer. Indeed, Padstow has welcomed visitors ever since the arrival of the railway in 1899 and the South Western Hotel (now the Metropole) s