Cafe Rajano

Set in a charming eighteenth-century building just a moment’s walk from the harbour, Caffè Rojano is a vibrant pillar of the Padstow dining scene. Part of the Paul Ainsworth Collection since 2011, the restaurant blends the precision of fine dining with a relaxed, Mediterranean-inspired atmosphere. The focus is on bold, flavour-packed dishes that celebrate both Italian influence and the incredible seasonal produce found across Cornwall.

Dining & Cuisine

Caffè Rojano offers an all-day dining experience that caters to families, couples, and groups alike. The menu is diverse, featuring everything from artisanal pizzas to fresh dayboat fish.

• The Menu: Features hand-stretched Neapolitan-style pizzas, house-made pasta, and seasonal small plates. The “Whoopsy Splunker” soft serve is a signature dessert favourite.
• Cooking Style: Many dishes, including organic meats and fresh Cornish fish, are expertly prepared over fire to enhance their natural flavours.
• Daily Service: Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The venue also offers a selection of takeaway cakes and coffee for those exploring the town.
• Dietary Options: Dedicated menus are available for Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-Free, and Dairy-Free diners, alongside a specialized “Bambini” menu for children.

The Essentials

• Location: 9 Mill Square, Padstow, Cornwall, PL28 8AE
• Opening Hours: Open Monday to Sunday. Breakfast is served from 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM; the À la Carte menu is available from 12:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
• Parking: The closest parking is the South Quay Car Park. Visitors from Rock can use the year-round ferry or peak-season Water Taxi to reach Padstow.
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Accessibility

Caffè Rojano is located in a historic building. While the main dining areas are accessible, the historic nature of Mill Square means the surrounding streets are paved with traditional materials. The restaurant is family-friendly and accommodates highchairs and prams; however, given its popularity, booking in advance is highly recommended to ensure suitable space is available.

Visited 15/09/25

We enjoyed lunch at Café Rajano, opting for a selection of smaller plates rather than two main courses and two desserts. We ordered the following: Smaller Plates:

• Sicilian arancini
• Duroc rib (Iberian pork)
• Grilled Bluefin Tuna
• Caffe Rojano ceaser
• Caffe Rojano fries

Dessert:

• Whoopsy Splunker (soft serve ice cream)
• Blueberry sundae crumble

Drinks:

• 2 diet cokes
• Tap water
• Black Americano

The Bill:

• Approx £90.00

Thoughts: The restaurant is tucked away in a quiet corner just off the harbour in Padstow.

The interior is nicely done and had a pleasant atmosphere. It was fairly busy during our visit, although the upstairs area wasn’t open.

We booked a table a couple of weeks in advance. The food was tasty, flavoursome, satisfying and we left feeling full. The burgers and pizzas we saw coming out looked great, and the pork chops, in particular, looked delicious. We’ll definately go back in the future.