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West Cornwall Restaurant and bar

Kota Kai

Porthleven

Asian-influenced cooking overlooking Porthleven’s inner harbour.

Asian-inspiredSmall platesSeafoodHarbour setting

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At the head of Porthleven harbour, Kota Kai combines Cornish produce with Asian-influenced cooking. Its sample menus move from small plates to larger dishes, with combinations such as laksa and Korean-style chicken indicating the direction. This is Kai’s restaurant and bar, distinct from sister restaurant Kota’s tasting-menu experience.

Kota and Kota Kai share a building but are separate dining experiences; choose the intended restaurant when booking.

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Celtic House, Harbour Head, Porthleven, TR13 9FF

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This entry is a researched introduction to the venue. Sources and published details were checked on 13 November 2026.

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