Cafes

The Courtyard

4.6 421 reviews Closed Fore St, West Looe, Looe PL13 1AE, United Kingdom

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Nestled just off the bustling high street of Looe, The Courtyard stands out as a charming café that truly embodies the essence of community and culinary delight. Customers consistently rave about the warm, friendly atmosphere and the welcoming staff, making everyone feel right at home—including their furry companions.

Patrons have praised the café's delicious offerings, such as the chilli loaded nachos and the highly recommended Soul Bowl. Reviews highlight the freshness of the ingredients, particularly the vegan options that excite both plant-based enthusiasts and casual diners alike. A standout dish, the Dal, has received particular acclaim for its flavor profile, illustrating the café's commitment to quality.

Though a few reviews note that portion sizes lean toward the modest side, the overwhelming consensus is that the exquisite taste and atmosphere more than compensate for this minor detail. Set against a backdrop of vines and soothing music, this hidden gem invites you to indulge in a delightful cream tea or a luscious slice of courgette and pistachio cake. With its delightful ambiance and delectable food, The Courtyard is undeniably a must-visit destination in Looe.

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Amenities & More

Service options

Outdoor seating
Dine-in
Delivery
Onsite services
Takeout

Highlights

Great coffee
Great tea selection

Popular for

Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining

Dining options

Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Catering
Seating
Table service

Amenities

Gender-neutral restroom
Restroom
Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

Casual
Cozy

Crowd

Family-friendly
Groups
LGBTQ+ friendly
Tourists
Transgender safespace

Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with The Courtyard before visiting.

Reviews for The Courtyard

4.6

421 reviews

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Review highlights

Based on 421 reviews

The Courtyard in West Looe is consistently praised for its charming and inviting atmosphere, featuring a lovely courtyard setting adorned with greenery and a relaxed vibe enhanced by background music. Customers frequently highlight the friendly and welcoming staff, who contribute to a warm and comfortable dining experience. The cafe’s menu is noted for its fresh, flavorful ingredients and varied options, including standout dishes like dahl, soul bowls, and vegan offerings, as well as traditional treats such as cream teas. While portion sizes receive occasional mention as being modest, the quality and taste of the food are widely appreciated. The Courtyard’s ability to accommodate dog owners also adds to its appeal. Overall, it is recognized as a delightful spot that combines excellent service, a cozy ambiance, and thoughtfully prepared food, making it a recommended destination for both locals and visitors alike.

C W

Jun 12, 2025

Just off the main high street is this charming tucked away cafe serving delicious food and an excellent cream tea - super friendly team and we were made to feel very welcome, as was.our dog Oppo - this place is definitely worth a visit.

Tara McCarthy

Jun 04, 2025

We sat out in the courtyard on a sunny morning with our dog, after walking down from the motorhome club site, outside Looe. We were greeted warmly and service was certainly with a smile which was lovely! Food was delicious and obviously made with fresh ingredients. The Dahl was wonderful! One slight teeny niggle is that portion size was a little on the small side but we had walked over two miles to get there and quality was such...we could forgive that. Would definitely call in again when in the area.

David Wood

May 30, 2025

Lovely little find, we stumbled across this place and didn't regret it. The chilli loaded nachos were so good. The staff were really friendly and we didn't wait long for the drinks and food to our table. It has a nice vibe, with vines running along the courtyard and chilled music playing in the background.

jilly bean

Apr 30, 2025

Warm and welcoming, gorgeous space inside and out and absolutely delicious food. Friend and I shared the 'Soul Bowl' followed by a v generous piece of courgette and pistachio cake, washed down with excellent coffee. All vegan. This is how to do it! Thanks guys. Wholeheartedly recommend

Eduardo Motta

Apr 09, 2025

Sooo happy we found this cafe on the last day of our travels round Cornwall. The food was so fresh and flavourful - we enjoyed the soul bowl and dahl, rounded off with some cream teas because... when in Cornwall! Staff were super friendly and the venue itself was gorgeous keep up the great work ladies!!

Mark Spreckley

Mar 28, 2025

Great little find off the main road through to Looe beach. Amazing food, the freshly caught beer battered haddock was so tasty, the Mrs had the mussels that were also amazing, I liked them and I normally can't stand mussels, the kids had two dishes for the starter/light bites section with chips and that was plenty Dog friendly also, so our cockapoo was more than welcome. A must when in Looe

Fiona J

Mar 26, 2025

So good we came here twice. Lovely staff and service, fabulous plant-based food, savoury lunch and brunch, plus a range of great cakes and top-notch coffee. Quiet courtyard that’s a suntrap but has shaded seating too.

Ian Jackman

Mar 09, 2025

A great little gem hidden just off the main street traffic. Very friendly staff with a great atmosphere and lovely food. Plenty of choice for kids options and great cake available. Perfect for a sit down and recharge.