
The Working Boat
A historic waterfront pub offering delicious pub grub, an extensive beer selection, and stunning views of Falmouth Harbour.

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The Working Boat

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Must-see attractions
A historic waterfront pub offering delicious pub grub, an extensive beer selection, and stunning views of Falmouth Harbour.
"Amazing food with a great view across the estuary."
Visit During Off-Peak Times
For potentially better service, consider visiting during less busy times or make reservations.
Bring Your Dog!
This pub is very dog-friendly, so feel free to bring your furry companions along.

Quick Facts
Cuisine
Pub
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+44 1326 314283
Address
Harbourside, Greenbank Quay, Falmouth TR11 2SR, United Kingdom
Website
theworkingboat.co.uk/Highlights
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Stunning Harbour Views
Dine with breathtaking views of Falmouth Harbour from the Marquee or waterside seating.

Exceptional Sunday Roasts
Praised for its incredible roast dinners, featuring perfect Yorkshire puddings and flavorful meats.

Dog-Friendly Oasis
A welcoming spot for dog owners, with water bowls and dog biscuits readily available at the bar.
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Visit During Off-Peak Times
For potentially better service, consider visiting during less busy times or make reservations.
Bring Your Dog!
This pub is very dog-friendly, so feel free to bring your furry companions along.
Explore the Drink Selection
Try various beers and ciders from their extensive tap selection for a unique experience.
Cozy Up in Winter
Enjoy watching storms from a window seat during winter for a unique, cozy atmosphere.
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Visit During Off-Peak Times
For potentially better service, consider visiting during less busy times or make reservations.
Bring Your Dog!
This pub is very dog-friendly, so feel free to bring your furry companions along.
Explore the Drink Selection
Try various beers and ciders from their extensive tap selection for a unique experience.
Cozy Up in Winter
Enjoy watching storms from a window seat during winter for a unique, cozy atmosphere.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
The Working Boat is highly praised for its delicious food, particularly its Sunday roasts and fish and chips, coupled with stunning Falmouth Harbour views. Diners rave about the friendly and attentive service, cozy atmosphere, and dog-friendly environment. While most experiences are overwhelmingly positive, some minor points like the mintiness of peas have been noted.
"Absolutely fantastic !!! Seriously the best roast dinner in Falmouth.
Staff are amazing. 🤩
The food itself, I am extremely critical of Sunday roasts, as you will see from some of my other reviews. So when I say that this is the best roast, in Falmouth, it comes from a place of experience.
The Yorkshire pudding, incredible freshly cooked,you can tell. Some of the restaurants in Falmouth will cook them probably the day before and you can taste that they have been.. the roast potatoes !!!! absolutely delicious, full of flavour and beautifully cooked.
The meat the beef is real beef none of this stuck together crap that you get in some of the other restaurants in Falmouth. This was beautiful beef cooked splendidly.
The chicken was moist and full of flavour 😊
The gravy !!!!!! Now that is worth a special mention. I have not had proper chicken gravy for a very long time. This is proper stuff clearly cooked with the chicken/ Beef stock and the flavour is exquisite.. Vegetables served separately and cooked perfectly.
Everything was piping hot and you could tell everything was Fresh !!!!!! How you want a roast to be 💝
We have booked for next week and we will be there every Sunday now till the spring time. 💝💝💝 thank you 🤩
Please look after you chefs, cherish them they are worth every penny xxx"
Dionne Smith
"We had an afternoon tea in the hotel and went down to the pub below to have a drink and sit in the sunshine afterwards. Stunning scenery 😍"
Sue Parker
"Amazing food with a great view across the estuary. One of our favorite restaurants in Falmouth"
David Turrell
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, The Working Boat is very dog-friendly! They provide water bowls and even have dog biscuits available at the bar.
The Sunday roast is frequently recommended, along with the fish and chips and burgers. They also offer tasting platters and fresh seafood.
It's recommended to make reservations, especially for busy periods, to ensure better service and a table.
They offer a wide selection of 15 beers and ciders on tap, along with other drinks.
Absolutely! The pub boasts stunning views of Falmouth Harbour, making it a great spot for boat-watching.
It offers a cozy and friendly pub atmosphere, popular with locals and tourists alike.
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If it’s a ‘proper’ pub experience that you’re after, then a trip to the aptly named (and dog friendly), The Working Boat – which can be found waterfront on Greenbank Road – is a must-visit. Serving up their very own Working Boat brew along with no less than 15 beers and ciders on tap, expect fabulous flavours and endless harbour views as you eat, drink, and boat-watch an hour or an afternoon away. Tuck into tasting platters or individually served small dishes such as smoked mackerel salad, crispy chilli prawns and goats cheese churros; an array of Cornish seafood including whole baked fish, fish and chips and Riggers Feast; griddled dishes like barbecue steak and burgers; and variety of vegan options, salads and sides (as well as a delicious selection of desserts).
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Look out over Falmouth Harbour as you sit by the sea with a refreshing pint of beer. The Working Boat Pub is one of the best places to drink in Cornwall, with one of the best beer gardens in Cornwall - the 15 beers and ciders on tap are just the cherry on top of the cake. This modern yet charismatic pub is a local favourite, hosting regular events including quizzes, local festivals and even beach clean ups meaning the atmosphere is always buzzing.
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From tasty tacos and burgers, to a Cornish seafood selection, it’s all about hearty pub grub, good times and good views at The Working Boat pub. Situated on the quay, below The Greenbank Hotel it’s a great place for a spot of food and drink in Falmouth. One of the most dog-friendly restaurants in Falmouth, there’s always a jar of dog biscuits at the bar, and water bowls are readily available.
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For a more laid-back evening out, head to The Working Boat – the Greenbank Hotel’s waterfront pub that’s popular with locals and tourists alike. With its nautical-themed decor and great selection of drinks, this pub offers the perfect setting for a casual date night. Just make sure you order some of the pub’s famous “working boards” to share – they’re the perfect way to cozy up!.
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As you amble through the scenic streets of Falmouth you will be taken on a journey of beer discovery as you stop at six different destinations through the town; The Working Boat, Underland (The Chintz), Lauter Bottleshop, The Cornish Bank, The Front, and The Seafood Bar. You will find us at The Seafood Bar alongside Overtone and Verdant – the chief organisers of the epic trail.
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A proper pub right by the harbour, with a view that overlooks the Falmouth Harbour and beyond on to sailing waters of the Carrick Roads, an excellent place to drink a few locally made ales while eating delicious hearty food. A dog-friendly pub that serves lunch and dinner, you can arrive by road or water so if you fancy sailing for a pint this is another option.
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Re-launched in 2015, The Working Boat pub is one of Falmouth’s hidden gems. It’s on the far side of town, built underneath the Greenbank hotel facing out towards the quay with views of Falmouth harbour, so from the street you’d never know it was there!. This makes it a popular hideout for locals – we saw at least 3 people we knew there when we visited!
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There has been a pub of some sorts in this waterfront location at the foot of the Greenbank Hotel for over 300 years now. The inn has a long history of being a popular spot for fishermen to unwind after a day at sea. In some ways The Working Boat has a similar use today as it is used as a meeting point for the Falmouth Working Boat Association.
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The Working Boat Pub, located beneath the Greenbank Hotel, offers homemade pub food and a wide selection of drinks, all with an unbeatable view of Falmouth Harbour. Dogs are welcome at this dog-friendly pub, inside and out, meaning they can join you whether you’re warming up by the log burner or enjoying the sun on the pub’s private pontoons.
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The Working Boat is nestled behind the Greenbank Hotel, a short walk from the top of Falmouth High Street. It’s a classic Cornish pub serving hearty meals and a selection of local ales and ciders. The Working Boat is both dog and family friendly throughout, with wonderful views across the harbour and River Fal.
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Situated underneath the Greenbank Hotel, The Working Boat Pub offers proper pub food and generous portions with lovely views of Falmouth Harbour. With delicious roasts on Sundays and a large selection of beers and ciders on tap, this popular pub promises a dining experience that is both hearty and satisfying.
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Established in 1876 and relaunched in 2015, The Working Boat was recently described by The Telegraph as a “Falmouth institution – a lively local, proud of its nautical roots.” And whilst we might be a tiny bit biased, we think you’ll be missing a trick if you don’t come down and see what it’s all about…
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One of its most famous haunts, the Working Boat is a dog and family-friendly pub set below The Greenbank Hotel, adored for its great views and rustic, nautical décor. Just a short walk away, The Boathouse is another wonderful option, particularly renowned for its boaty tribes and chilled vibes.
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There is always something going on at The Working Boat to keep you occupied. Join us for a pint with a panoramic view, dine with us and munch on delicious pub grub, get involved with our weekly Sunday pub quizzes, or attend one of our many events held on our private quay.
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Our other top recommendations include enjoying a pint among the books at Beerwolf, sipping on delicious cocktails in the cosy Moth & Moon, getting your quiz on down at the Working Boat or spending an evening playing pool, ping-pong and air hockey at the Games Room.
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Think of it as a treasure hunt for beer lovers, with some of the freshest and best brews the UK beer scene has to offer. And if you’re doing the trail on Saturday, September 23, you may even run into a rabble of folk from some of the breweries on offer.
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Now, if you’re looking for something a bit different, The Working Boat is a must-visit. This spot isn’t just a restaurant or a bar, it’s a bit of both and then some. Located right on the harbourside, it’s the perfect place to enjoy a meal with a view.
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The Working Boat, which can be found below the Greenbank is housed in a stunning location where indulging in a pint or cocktail has been time-honoured tradition: the site has housed a number of pubs for more than 300 years.
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boots with Cornish pub classics and local ales at the waterfront Working Boat, where four-legged friends are heartily welcomed. If you fancy an adventure, castaway to the Roseland and seek out the Hidden Hut for alfresco
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The Working Boat is a traditional pub with a modern twist on Falmouth’s waterfront looking out onto the harbour. There’s a hearty menu of classic pub dishes alongside a great selection of beers and ciders.
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On the whole, a nice dining experience, service a little slow at times and portions slightly small, but I do have a big appetite lol, would come back though as a loverly evening. Superb 116 Reviews4.7
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Very dog friendly and the pawfect spot to enjoy good pub food and drinks whilst taking in the views across Falmouth and the harbour.
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