Newquay Nightlife -The Most Popular Spots
While on vacation in Newquay Cornwall, you should not pass up the opportunity to experience nightlife in Newquay. This wonderful town is an excellent place to hang out! There are numerous Newquay bars and restaurants that offer amazing food and a wide selection of wines and spirits that can put that extra oomph into your vacation! Here we will discuss our favourite spots that we believe will add to your holiday experience! Let’s get into it!
Nightlife In Newquay
There is no shortage of Newquay Bars and restaurants to choose from if you and your friends want to enjoy a night on the town. Here are some of our top picks that can really get the party started.
Basement Bar
One of Newquay’s newest bars on the Cornwall scene. It’s located near to the Great Western Beach. It is also very close to the Town centre. So, it is easily accessible and transportation to and from is a breeze. The Basement bar has beautiful wooden finishing that gives you that cosy rustic feel.
You can expect:
• Friendly and competent staff
• Cocktails and a wide selection of beer
• Great vibes
• Piano nights
• Live musical performances
We guarantee that you and your party will have a wonderful time at Basement Bar
Tom Thumb

This bar is a welcome addition to the nightlife of Newquay. It’s located on East Street and has a fantastic atmosphere. It is modern but still has a homey vibe. It’s an awesome spot to just kickback.
Their drinks menu is amazing. The food is par excellence and there are lots to choose from. You can have salads, burgers, soups and much, much more. Customers rave about the service and the friendliness of the staff.
One of the distinct allures of this pub is that you can finish your evening with a lovely stroll along the beach.
On The Rocks Bar
This bar is situated in the centre of Newquay, modern and definitely a spot you want to put on your Newquay Bucket list.
Excellent spot to enjoy a drink and just hang out. They boast of a pretty extensive drinks menu from regular beer to exotic cocktails and potent shots., you will certainly not get bored.
It is one of the best nightlife spots in Cornwall to be sure.
On The Rocks has great music. There are theme nights and live music performances. You can enjoy every type of music, reggae, hard rock, indie, hip hop and so much!
There is also a pool table if that is more your speed. As you can see there is something for everyone at On the Rocks!
The Red Lion
It is one of the oldest bars in Newquay and has quite a longstanding tradition. It is the best place to experience the very essence of Cornwall. It is situated at North Quay Hill, Newquay
You can sample 8 types of ale, craft beer and gin. The drinks menu is filled with local flavours that if you are on vacation, you will surely want to try.
The food is amazing, and it is a chance to taste real English cuisine. They serve sandwiches, burgers, grilled meat, fish, pies and Ploughman’s lunch.
You can also have a bit of fun at the pool table, dartboard or the game machines.
Beach Bars In Newquay

No one can deny that beach bars are a welcome addition to any beach. A little refreshment goes a long way when you are enjoying the sea, sun, and sand.
Fistral Beach Bar
This beach is located right on the beach, and you can enjoy the beautiful view as you sip your cocktail on the outdoor terrace. You can look forward to DJ and live performances at the Fistral Beach Bar.
There are couches where you can just chill out and relax. The bar is usually abuzz with sports enthusiasts because they live stream popular sporting events.
There is a wide selection of food and drinks. They cater to every kind of customer, family, couple and even the individual backpacker who just drops in for quick libation. Fistral Beach Bar is also dog friendly, so you don’t have to leave your pet behind!
12 Beach Road
This bar comes with a breath-taking view of the ocean. Be prepared to be treated to some fine dining. You can get scrumptious seafood, belly-busting burgers and stone-baked pizzas.
It’s dog friendly and the owner gives little treats for your fur babies. Couples, families, groups are all welcomed at 12 Beach Road.
At night the place is pumping with music and epic beachside parties.
Mermaid Inn
This great beach bar looks out onto the Atlantic Ocean. It is near Porth Beach. You will thoroughly enjoy the relaxing, quaint atmosphere at the Mermaid Inn. They have quite a wide selection of drinks.
It is a favourite among couples, who come to enjoy the romantic ambience and to witness a truly remarkable sunset.
The Slope Beach Bar And Kitchen, Newquay

This is one of the newest beach bars in Newquay, and it takes its name from the first surfers in Newquay who rode the wild waves in the 1960s. The bar can be found on the Great Western Beach.
You can enjoy beer at the Slope and gourmet burgers are their speciality. It is also a kid-friendly environment, and they cater for the little ones with their fun kid’s menu.
Accommodation
If you are wondering where you should stay when you visit Newquay, Cornwall, we suggest you check us out at Avalon Guesthouse.
We are conveniently situated so that you can reach all the popular Newquay Bars and Restaurants with ease.
Our accommodations are designed for your convenience and comfort. We welcome families, couples, business travellers and surf competitors. We have six luxurious rooms that are designed to make you feel pampered.
We provide a sumptuous Cornish breakfast made from fresh local produce. You will be set to start your day’s activities.
We know that travellers at this time are forever mindful of Covid19, and with good reason. All sanitization protocols are observed at Avalon Guest House. Common spaces and rooms are religiously sanitized for our guest’s safety.
We at Avalon Guest House are committed to making sure that your vacation experience is an unforgettable one!