ABOUT US
Step into The Sail Loft Restaurant & Bar in the heart of Looe, a beautifully restored historic building where you can savour delicious plates of food highlighting the freshness of locally sourced fish, meats and vegetables to create a culinary haven, whilst enjoying expertly crafted drinks with a great friendly service in a cosy atmosphere that makes every visit special.
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FAMILY
The Sail Loft in Looe is a well known restaurant that has been loved over the years and Shane and Amanda are proud to bring the historic building back to life once more opening its doors as a restaurant and bar.
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"We had the privilege to buy this historic building to restore and make it our dream restaurant and bar. We are here to serve you, full of ideas and sharing our passion for great quality food at reasonable prices in an authentic and friendly atmosphere."
Shane & Amanda
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JACK CLAYTON
Jack started his career in 2009, working in some of the East Midlands most well-respected restaurants, where achieved 3 AA rosettes, 2 Bib Gourmand awards and the Nottingham Head Chef of the year award. 
After achieving a bib gourmand and dining pub of the year in his first appointed Head Chef position in Nottingham, Jack realised his love for fish and decided to make the move to Cornwall.
His first position in Cornwall was at The Gurnards Head where he achieved top 10 gastropubs from The Telegraph.
In 2017 Jack and his partner took a management couple position at The Carew Arms near Torpoint, achieving a Michelin regional stand out award just a year after opening.
Seeking a new challenge and starting a family, Jack took the head chef position at The Sardine Factory in Looe where he quickly achieved a bib gourmand, cementing his love of Cornwall and seafood.
After the first lockdown in 2020, Jack took on a new challenge at the Stargazy Inn in Port Isaac before deciding to take the reins at the Scarlet Restaurant in 2022, where he took his passion for seafood and sustainability further.
Shane and Amanda welcome Jack as Head Chef at The Sail Loft in Looe.
Guests can expect dishes such as Porthilly Oysters with chilli and garlic crack, Lamb scrumpet with black garlic and anchovy to baked crab mac and cheese with maple crumb served in a brioche. All food will showcase locally caught and sourced fish, meats and vegetables
Dessert choices range from  fired peach vanilla panna cotta to a luxurious chocolate mousse with olive oil and sea salt. 
Jack’s philosophy for the The Sail Loft remains the same and is centered on showcasing the journey of each ingredient, from the catching of the fish through to the artful presentation of each dish.
JACK CLAYTON
Jack started his career in 2009, working in some of the East Midlands most well-respected restaurants, where achieved 3 AA rosettes, 2 Bib Gourmand awards and the Nottingham Head Chef of the year award. 
After achieving a bib gourmand and dining pub of the year in his first appointed Head Chef position in Nottingham, Jack realised his love for fish and decided to make the move to Cornwall.
His first position in Cornwall was at The Gurnards Head where he achieved top 10 gastropubs from The Telegraph.
In 2017 Jack and his partner took a management couple position at The Carew Arms near Torpoint, achieving a Michelin regional stand out award just a year after opening.
Seeking a new challenge and starting a family, Jack took the head chef position at The Sardine Factory in Looe where he quickly achieved a bib gourmand, cementing his love of Cornwall and seafood.
After the first lockdown in 2020, Jack took on a new challenge at the Stargazy Inn in Port Isaac before deciding to take the reins at the Scarlet Restaurant in 2022, where he took his passion for seafood and sustainability further.
Shane and Amanda welcome Jack as Head Chef at The Sail Loft in Looe.
Guests can expect dishes such as Porthilly Oysters with chilli and garlic crack, Lamb scrumpet with black garlic and anchovy to baked crab mac and cheese with maple crumb served in a brioche. All food will showcase locally caught and sourced fish, meats and vegetables
Dessert choices range from  fired peach vanilla panna cotta to a luxurious chocolate mousse with olive oil and sea salt. 
Jack’s philosophy for the The Sail Loft remains the same and is centered on showcasing the journey of each ingredient, from the catching of the fish through to the artful presentation of each dish.
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THE TEAM
Our dedicated team is here to provide you with professional and friendly service, ensuring an impeccable experience from start to finish. We take pride in going above and beyond to make your visit truly memorable.
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"The perfect place for
any occasion"
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OUR MENU
Welcome to our culinary haven, where we celebrate the journey of each ingredient through our delicious plates of food. From locally sourced fish, meats and vegetables to the artful presentation on your table, every dish tells a story. Our menu is designed to highlight the freshness and quality of each component, ensuring a memorable dining experience. Join us as we take you on a flavorful adventure that connects you to essence of our food.
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