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Whether you’re looking for a cosy spot to refuel during your Christmas shopping, eyeing up a cheeky festive treat, or rounding off the day with an evening tipple, Our Great Little City is bursting with delicious ways to celebrate this festive season.
Explore our Festive Food Offers
Until 17th December 2025, Wednesday evenings mark Late Night Shopping in Truro. To make these evenings extra special, local cafes, restaurants, and bars are busy serving up special festive offers for shoppers. (Don’t forget, there’s also an additional Late Night Shopping evening on Monday 22nd December!)
We’ve handpicked some yummy food offers that you can explore during Truro’s Late Night Shopping evenings. Here’s a taste of what you can expect:
- Fodders Espresso Bar – Pop in for a festive bap, or warm up with a seasonal gingerbread latte.
- Ost Eatery – Expect Wednesday-only specials created using locally-sourced produce.
- Lemon Tree Bistro – Tuck into a Festive Tapas menu and finish it off with a delicious dessert.
And that’s not it! Every day, you can find even more festive offers around the city, including:
- Zafiros Cafe & Bar – Choose from a range of seasonal dishes, from festive loaded fries to a turkey club ciabatta.
- SIP Wine Bar – Try something new with a unique Persian-inspired Christmas menu.
- Café Uneeka – Fancy a spiced maple matcha? Don’t miss unique festive drinks in this cosy setting above its shop on Boscawen Street.
- Herd Burger – The Herd XMAS Burger has arrived (we don’t need to say much more!)
- Lilys of Truro by Punk Thai – Pick up festive hampers with homemade Pad Thai sauce that are perfect for gifting (or keeping!)
- Boho 18 & Bodega 18 – Share seasonal small plates from their winter menus with your loved ones this festive season.
- Mockingbird Mimosa Lounge – Join the countdown to Christmas with offers every day in December – plus a tempting festive menu where you can enjoy a mince pie martini or a festive wrap.
Find a Cosy Brunch Spot
Nothing says Christmas shopping like enjoying a comforting brunch to unwind and recharge! Here are some brunch spots to discover this winter in Truro:
- Grounded – A hidden gem with one of the top-rated coffees in Truro. (Their Christmas club sandwich is a must try!)
- Lemon Tree Bistro – Lovely breakfasts, homemade focaccia, and seasonal flavours in this popular bistro on Lower Lemon Street.
- Arts Café – Located next to Cornwall Museum & Art Gallery, serving up fresh sandwiches, colourful salads, and jacket potatoes.
- Bread and Butter – The perfect spot for the fluffiest American pancakes in Truro (before 12pm), and delicious food served up with a smile.
Enjoy an Afternoon Tea
Why not take a break from the bustle and indulge in an afternoon tea experience?
At Charlotte’s Teahouse, you can tuck into a classic or savoury afternoon tea, served in a traditional Victorian-style tea room with views overlooking Boscawen Street.
If you prefer something more vibrant, Mockingbird Mimosa Lounge offers a High Tea experience, with a delicious assortment of savoury and sweet treats at their colourful setting in Nalders Court.
Or you can book in for the popular Festive Afternoon Tea session at The Alverton, which brings the best flavours of the season.
Pick up a Tasty Treat
Pick up a treat that is perfect for snacking, gifting, or simply warming your hands as you wander around the city’s historic streets.
At Taupe Cakery, you can choose from a tasty selection of sweet handmade bakes – you may even be able to find brownie yule logs!
You won’t want to miss out on the popular fresh pastries, buns, and bread served daily at Native Grain. These popular bakes sell fast… so get there early to avoid disappointment!
Why not grab a Cornish classic that is guaranteed to warm you up during the winter season? Truro offers a selection of bakeries serving up authentic Cornish pasties – Takeaway Options.
Did somebody say Cocktails?
After you’ve had a busy day of shopping and browsing Truro’s packed Christmas offer, make sure to take some time to unwind with a delicious tipple.
Mannings Bar & Restaurant is known for its unique and ever-changing cocktail menus. It’s the ideal place for a mid-shopping break, pre-theatre treats before seeing Aladdin at the Hall for Cornwall, or a festive night out.
For beautifully made classic cocktails, head to Vertigo in their newly refurbished bar.
Prefer something more straightforward and traditional? Truro’s Local Pubs offer cosy corners and comforting seasonal drinks to let you sit back and watch the world go by.
Food From Around the World
In Truro, you can enjoy cuisine from all around the world. Discover more on our website – Food & Drink in Truro.
Bringing the vibrant taste of Nepal to the heart of Truro, Yak and Yeti is a family run business that serves fragrant curries and authentic dishes bursting with Nepalese flavour.
Try something new this festive season with a unique, freshly made bao bun from Bao Bites to fill your taste buds.
Head to Truro Tandoori for authentic Bangladeshi Indian flavours in a friendly down to earth fine dining restaurant setting.
For a taste of Mexico, head to Habanero’s Burrito Bar for quick, fresh burritos made right in front of you.
Do it Yourself
For budding chefs or lovers of local produce, Truro can provide you with everything you need to craft the perfect Christmas feast.
Prefer to go home and have a tipple? Head to Old Chapel Cellars for a unique selection of wines – where you can even find wine on tap! Or if beer is more your thing, Red Elephant Beer Cellars have got you covered.
Just minutes from the city centre, the Great Cornish Food Store is packed with sustainable Cornish produce and gift-worthy goodies to treat all the foodies in your life.
Feeling hungry yet?
We certainly are!
From festive feasts and comforting brunches to tasty treats, Truro is the perfect destination for food lovers this winter. Make sure to wrap up warm, gather your loved ones, and explore Our Great Little Festive City as you taste and sip your way through.
