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La Casita, Saint Ives, Cornwall

La Casita

4.7
4.7
703 Reviews
£25 and under
Spanish
La Casita boasts a relaxed and welcoming ambience. Set in its Carbis Bay location, this family-run restaurant is incredibly vibrant and has a close team of exceptionally friendly staff.
We invite you to join us at the bar for a pre-dinner gin tonic a fino or cocktail. Relax on the terrace with a glass of fine wine sourced from small boutique vineyards in Spain and Europe. Alternatively, we have some superb Cornish and European beers and ciders on offer.
The finest fresh ingredients are meticulously sourced both locally and from Spain. This is at the heart of La Casita's menu which features paella, pizza, chargrilled meats & local seafood, vegetarian & vegan dishes. Our specials change regularly and we have a great selection on our tapas menu.
Children are welcome and have their own menu with a great selection of dishes.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 22 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Spanish, Mediterranean

  • Hours of operation

    Mon, Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    01736 799399

  • Payment options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Private party facilities

    Please contact us directly for private events

  • Neighborhood

    St Ives

  • Parking details

    limit parking on our car park at the restaurant - 9 spaces

  • Additional

    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 703 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Cornwall

    Best Food

  • Cornwall

    Good for groups

  • Cornwall

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Cornwall

    Neighborhood gem

  • Cornwall

    Romantic

  • Cornwall

    Good for special occasions

  • Cornwall

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Cornwall

    Most Booked

  • West Cornwall

    Best Overall

  • West Cornwall

    Best Food

  • West Cornwall

    Best Service

  • West Cornwall

    Best Ambiance

  • West Cornwall

    Best Value

  • West Cornwall

    Kid-friendly

  • West Cornwall

    Good for groups

  • West Cornwall

    Healthy

  • West Cornwall

    Neighborhood gem

  • West Cornwall

    Romantic

  • West Cornwall

    Good for special occasions

  • West Cornwall

    Lively

  • West Cornwall

    Most Booked

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  1. LukeL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of the nicest meals out we've had in a while. The tapas was delicious, great portion sizes and the pealla was one of the best we've had - honestly so flavourful. The restaurant itself is small enough to feel intimate, but still has a fantastic atmosphere. The staff were lovely too - defo a place to visit for delicious food or a jug of sangera.
  2. LeoH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We always have delicious meals there, served promptly, efficiently and with a smile. Its a favourite with all our friends and family who visit us.
  3. CharlotteG

    Gloucestershire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful fresh food. Fantastic service. Lovely atmosphere. I visit every time I’m in St ives and will always keep coming back!
  4. KezNor

    Norfolk

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food, good sized portions, family friendly - would recommend and visit again!
  5. SophieB

    Cornwall

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous restaurant; great decor, good atmosphere, efficient and friendly staff, wonderful delicious food and great drinks selection.. best meal out we’ve had in ages!
  6. JoanneN

    Worcestershire

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The fish sharing board (main size) was delicious and a generous portion for sharing as a starter with the artisan bread and balsamic dip. Three of us had paella for mains which were delicious and the chicken brochette was a huge portion and very tasty. Such a great meal with friendly quick service that we booked again to return later this week to try out the pizzas. Excellent and would recommend most highly - you will not be disappointed!
  7. ConnieM

    Orlando

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful atmosphere and delicious food. My advice is that you make sure that you save room for dessert. The Churros con chocolate are to die for :-)
  8. sophiem

    Hampshire

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service is always excellent - gets busy so always have to book
  9. PeterB

    Devon

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really lively. Great food and wide selection. Friendly service and attentive even though busy. Definitely coming back
  10. KenB

    Cumbria

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding restaurant food service ambience all 1st class will definitely return
  11. Lulu

    Cornwall

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    It was most refreshing to find a restaurant with Spanish cuisine. There was a lot of choice and the servers/staff were both helpful and friendly. We have booked to come again.
  12. davebwiseman

    London

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Not quite as we expected - seeing pizzas on the menu is a not quite what we expected at a Spanish restaurant but a good selection on the menu. We both ordered a selection of Tapas all of which were very nice but they all came together. By the time I'd finished my mussels, the rest were stone cold When we asked after the meal we were told that we have ordered each one individually when we wanted them or told them to space them out when we ordered. Surely the onus should be on the restaurant to tell us. Anyhow a pleasant meal without being Great.
  13. Saibal

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Paella from a genuine Spanish chef did not disappoint. The soccorat was good! However, a bit too noisy for 3 elderly ladies and even myself as a youngster.
  14. RachelB

    Cornwall

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Another great meal and great service food so taste and the tea ladies really looked after me my husband and our cockapoo Alan until next time see you guys in October 2023
  15. LauraH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely place, great menu choices. We felt some dishes were small for the price but overall delicious food.
  16. NeilH

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Tasty good and authentic food. Nice ambience and lovely staff.
  17. AngelaM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Ordered 8 tapas dishes which were all excellent- especially the pork & the calamari. Then delicious ice creams. Decent bottle of temperanillo. So impressed we booked there & then for later in the week.
  18. Swanny

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Food was very good but a bit pricey. Excellent choice of cocktails and wines. On the night there a couple of noisy tables. Overall it was a very good restaurant
  19. JaneG

    Yorkshire

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Second time visiting this restaurant, fabulous food, atmosphere and service. Will return
  20. Spoon1981

    London

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 1, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience4
    Really good food. Not much for fussy eaters. Music can be a little loud. Waitress v good. One thing that annoyed me is the service charge being automatically put on the bill. Its do awkward to say you can't afford the extra (because you saved for the meal in the first place).
  21. LauraT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfect meal, tasting food and great ambiance. Highly recommend with plenty of choice!
  22. Trickyw

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    First visit in many years. We enjoyed good Tapas and nice atmosphere. Will come again.
  23. RachelB

    Cornwall

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What great tasty food and a wonderful service we were outside with our cockapoo dog wedidnot feel left out at all five stars will be back next week before heading home
  24. JaneE

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Another fabulous night at La Casita, excellent food, friendly staff and bustly atmosphere. Great introduction for friends who have never visited this restaurant before in fact never been to Cornwall !!! Looking forward to our next visit.x
  25. AdrianI

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fully recomanded. Tasty food, decent prices, friendly staff.
  26. Simon

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful, food and staff, a great evening for our family. Thanks and see you again very soon
  27. MikeM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Arrived for early booking so quiet, soon started to fill though. Lovely welcome from staff, chatty and informative. The venue was very authentic and comfortable. The menu was very comprehensive with something for every one but of course focusing on a great selection of tapas and Spanish dishes. This was a great find among a sea of pretentious 'fine dining' establishments in the area. Honest, welcoming and great food and service without a hint of mushroom marshmallow sea foam or squid ink caramel shards. Well done Patron and thank you!
  28. JeremyC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 24, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Friendly service. Silly me, I didn't realise their portions were so big and couldn’t finish the main course I ordered. My fault and left no room to try one of their desserts, oh well, next time.
  29. DebraB

    Devon

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Excellent food in an authentic setting with friendly and helpful staff
  30. Goodfoodpolly

    Birmingham

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Brilliant meal as always, never disappointed with service or value for money and food delicious.
  31. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, authentic tapas lovely atmosphere and the cocktails weren’t bad either
  32. Svenwren

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall3food5service3ambience3
    I’d definitely recommend the food in La casita if you like tapas , with top quality products used ! We had a selection of tapas ,a sirloin steak and pizza, all very nice . However for a family of 2 adults and 2 children to have a £16 service charge on the bill is disgusting and although we’ve been coming several times a year for many years ,for this reason unfortunately we wouldn’t return .
  33. NikkiE

    Devon

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely meal, as always. We always eat here at least once when staying in Carbis Bay. The food is top notch. Friendly staff and fantastic atmosphere. Feels like you are on holiday!
  34. ElizabethA

    Gloucestershire

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Our second visit and it didn't disappoint. How the chefs manage to produce perfectly cooked little tapas dishes time and again is amazing. Our only quibble was with the Eton Mess, which, frankly, was very scary. Far too much cream and I nearly lost a filling with a piece of meringue. However, all our tapas were wonderful and we'll be back next year - without a dessert tho!
  35. ChrisT

    Cornwall

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service and food, as always. Thoroughly recommended.
  36. TonyR

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Really friendly staff. Enjoyable food. Good atmosphere.
  37. hannah

    Buckinghamshire

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 12, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    The food was delicious and staff were very friendly. Our 2 year old loved her pizza and the music .
  38. KatJ

    Exclusive

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service and food - paella was amazing. Authentic Spanish dining experience.
  39. TracyL

    London

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great night at La Casita. Food was an amazing and the service was fantastic. Really friendly. Hoping to return again soon.
  40. ConnieM

    Orlando

    10 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Great menu choice, both food and wine. Moroccan Chicken Skewers are my favourite and the portion was very generous and filling, although I always save room for dessert :-) The Churros and chocolate dip are to die for. Great service and wonderful atmosphere. Great night out :-)

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

La Casita offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 01736 799399.

La Casita is rated 4.7 stars by 703 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 22 times today
Google Map for La Casita

Trencrom Lane, Carbis Bay, Saint Ives, Cornwall TR26 2TA

Additional information

  • Neighborhood

    St Ives

  • Hours of operation

    Mon, Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Spanish, Mediterranean

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    limit parking on our car park at the restaurant - 9 spaces

  • Payment options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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