Where to Find the Best Pasties in Cornwall

Pasties are a cornerstone of Cornish traditions and history. So as you can imagine, the ‘best pasty in Cornwall’ debate is a fierce and highly-contested one. We’re not here to rile anyone up, so how about we provide a selection of the best pasties in Cornwall? Then you can mosey on down to a few of the shops that sound appealing and try them for yourself!

After all, the proof is in the pudding. Well, in this case, the pasty!

Philps Pasties

Philps Pasties are not only a family-owned business. They’re a company that holds family values very close to their heart and believe in the quality of their products. They bake fresh pasties every day with quality local ingredients in what they call a ‘wholesome bakery’. Their pasties have gained a fantastic reputation for being delicious, premium ingredients and generous portion sizes. Therefore you’re not only getting value for money in regards to quality but also quantity.

Also, you may notice a P crafted on top of their pasties, which may lead you to assume it stands for pasty. While that’s a fair assumption, the P stands for ‘premium’. Again, another nod to the use of top tier ingredients and the utmost thought that goes into their baked goods — and two reasons why many consider Philps to be among the best pasties in Cornwall.

Alongside pasties, Philps also produces a wide range of other delights such as small bites, cakes, and also freshly baked baps containing local meats, crisp leafy salads, creamy cheese and delicious dressings. Philps Pasties has several shops throughout Cornwall, all of which can be found here. 

Ann’s Pasties

Ann’s Pasties is among the most popular and beloved pasty companies in Cornwall right now, and it’s not difficult to see why. Ann, the expert crimper and owner of Ann’s Pasties, followed the family tradition by opening a pasty stall in Helston, which soon evolved into a Porthleven-based shop. Later, her son Fergas came on board due to such high demand, and now you can find an Ann’s Pasties pasty shop in Helston, Mullion, Porthleven and The Lizard.

The pasties themselves are made with local produce sourced within a 10-mile radius, meaning that every pasty is not only as fresh as possible, but it’s also as Cornish as can be! These aren’t just any old pasties. They’re authentically Cornish with decades of family history and hard work. For many, these factors, plus the wonderful taste, makes them the best Cornish pasty around. In regards to flavours, Ann’s hand-makes the world-famous Cornish steak pasty, as well as cheese and vegan pasties. So this is no one-trick pony!

The Cornish Oven

Whether you’re a local or someone visiting the area, there’s a good chance you’ll stumble upon a Cornish Oven shop or pass by one of their vans. They’re a family-owned business with shops all over the county, including Helston, Penzance, Camborne, Pool and Scorrier. So it’s safe to say there will be one nearby no matter where you stay.

Cornish Oven is renowned for providing the local community with great tasting pasties, sausage rolls, and various other treats. Combine this with their warm, welcoming service and sense of pride in the quality of their products — well, it’s easy to see why local folk and tourists love the Cornish Oven so much.

St Ives Bakery

Does it get any more Cornish than looking over a beautiful harbour while biting into a piping hot pasty? Fortunately for you, you can experience this first-hand by visiting St Ives. Open seven days a week, St. Ives Bakery bakes a variety of pasties every day and can also be made to order, providing you give them an hour’s notice. From classic steak to chicken to cheese & vegetable — St. Ives Bakery offers variety and then some.

But they don’t just sell pasties! As a fully operational bakery, their range of artisan bread — such as sourdough, focaccia and farmhouse — is also making waves. Why not pop in and grab a pasty or a loaf if you are visiting or staying in St Ives?

St Agnes Bakery

The multi-award-winning St Agnes Bakery has baked traditional Cornish pasties and other food every day from scratch for more than 100 years. This is not only an incredible feat, but they’re also one of the oldest bakeries in the country to operate out of their original site. They have a deep-rooted love for their customers, community and, of course, Cornwall! 

Using time-honoured methods, classic recipes and the highest quality ingredients — St Agnes Bakery provides a wide range of top-tier products with ingredients sourced from local producers and suppliers. Many of whom are award winners themselves! While the debate about who sells the best Cornish pasty in Cornwall will always be present, it’s bakeries such as this that offer a true sense of authenticity and pride in the county that’s tough to rival and impossible not to respect.

Gear Farm

Gear Farm is a bit more unique than the others on our list, as it’s an independent farm shop rather than a bigger brand. Pretty cool, right? Owned and ran by David Webb and his family, this lovely farm shop produces high-quality pasties, and their team has a real passion and drive to use the very best produce. They are a farm, after all. You can find Gear Farm in St Martin near Helston.

If you want a ‘proper’ Cornish pasty, full to the brim with top-notch meat and veg, and some delicious warm gravy to top it off — now you know where to go. The ingredients are produced on the farm and neighbouring fields, so you know where it’s from, and it’s always fresh. Gear Farm’s pasties, scones and other treats have gained them a fantastic reputation among locals. And when you combine their value for money approach to business, the love for this farm goes beyond the quality of their pasties.

What do you think is the best pasty in Cornwall? Let us know! 

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