Although my first visit was on a blustery, winter's evening, I was greeted heartily as I walked in (even though I appeared to be the sole diner).

"Neville" ushered me to a small table whilst his lovely daughter provided me with the menu. I had been warne" not to take a starter as the portions were gigantic but I was so hungry, I ignored the advice and plumped for the French Onion soup. Silly me - I should have listened; a huge warmed bowl was presented to me with what must've been a pint of steaming soup, replete with croutons and a swirl of fresh cream. By the time I'd finished this I was full, with the main course to come!!

Meat and Fish are orders of the day here - all the fish having been caught either by the local fishermen or brought in from the larger markets in Plymouth. Choose from Sea Bass, Lemon Sole, Haddock, Monkfish, etc., all prepared freshly in a variety of sauces as well as Crab, Lobster, Shellfish and a wonderful Fruits de Mer.

Every conceivable type of steak is on offer, as well as Pork, Lamb, Chicken and Offal dishes such as Liver and Bacon.

Service is fast and with a smile, and you're not left staring at your empty plates after a course is finished.

My main course of whole Lemon Sole was too good to leave so I struggled but had to admit defeat with maybe half a dozen mouthfuls left. Neville then had the audacity to ask me if I wanted a dessert!! This I couldn't have managed for a million pounds.

All this was washed down with a couple of pints of local brew. There was no rush to vacate my table, even though the place had filled up since my arrival and the bill for this feast came to under £20.

The restaurant itself is very cozy with low beams; seats around 30 people when full.

Neville's is a must if visiting Polperro, but be warned, you need to be starving!