BRECHIN'S ON BRIDGEND STREET
Read moreThe originality of this establishment is that it has been able to combine his two passions. It serves classic British cuisine, made from fresh, local produce, as well as a wide range of coffees, teas, beers and wines. A few delicious homemade cakes are also in the spotlight... and they're not the only ones! They share the limelight with musical instruments: guitars, ukuleles, etc. Jazz concerts are regularly given in the restaurant.
SCOTTS BAR & RESTAURANT
Read moreYou'll feel like you're boarding a ship when you enter this pub-restaurant. The décor is elegant and refined and you will be delighted to be taken in by the varied menu, which will suit all budgets. At lunchtime, you can choose between snacks or à la carte dishes featuring local and seasonal products. A la carte and menus are regularly reviewed, always with first choice ingredients. As for drinks, you can let yourself be tempted by one of the many homemade cocktails, or by locally produced beers and gins.
BIG RED BARN
Read moreTake a break in a nice country cafe. It is located in a red roofed shed and offers a simple and efficient menu of dishes at low prices for all appetites. Everything has been carefully selected and you will only be served local, seasonal and homemade products. The place is more than just a cafe: you can also take a picnic to go for a walk in the surrounding woods (80 ha) and enjoy the superb views of the Pentland Hills. There is also a shop with 100% scottish gift ideas.
THE HARBOUR BAR
Read moreThe Harbour Bar is an institution in Troon. A family establishment, it is appreciated by the inhabitants of Troon as well as by the visitors who all agree on the quality of its welcome, the conviviality and the good value for money of the dishes. The bar is distinguished by a wide choice of beers, ciders, rums, whiskies and gins. Concerts with live music are regularly organised, as well as match broadcasts or quiz nights. If you come with your family, please note that children are not admitted after 9pm.
THE FOX & WILLOW
Read moreThis restaurant is also a pub and a charming hotel. On the pub side, you can enjoy cocktails, craft beers & Co. On the restaurant side - named No22 -, the menu ranges from breakfast to dinner, with its variations: vegetarian menu, "Sunday roast" menu, "steak night" on Wednesday, "pizza vs pasta" on Tuesday... The menu combines traditional Scottish flavors with multicultural touches: a bit of Italian inspiration, spices from India, a pinch of French gastronomy, but above all greed and generosity in the plates!
THE WESTON TAVERN & RESTAURANT
Read moreThe Weston is steeped in history, as it was the home of the Kilmaurs, including Reform Minister David Smyton. The building has been carefully transformed into a beautiful authentic pub and restaurant. John Cairns and his team welcome you all day and evening for breakfast, a drink, a burger, a plate to share... The bar was named Best Independent Pub in Scotland and was a finalist for Best Family Restaurant in 2018.
THE TREE HOUSE
Read moreBoth glamorous and casual, the Tree House has it all. Its very modern decoration makes it very pleasant for a gourmet or thirst-quenching break at any time of the day. You can enjoy a quick lunch at lunchtime prices, discover a gastro-pub menu in the evening or spend the evening in the pub area, where the selection of drinks mixes authenticity and modernity. On the plate, it's fresh produce, local production and inspiration from both the local and international markets. Animations in the pub are regular: live sessions, quizzes...
THE QISMAT TANDOORI
Read moreThis Indian restaurant has an excellent reputation in Elgin. The chef, with his 25 years of experience, is an expert in the art of Indian cuisine. He offers a varied menu, taking his guests to the four corners of India, combining flavours, spices, herbs and textures that are as exquisite as they are exotic. The dishes blend tradition, creation and innovation. The ingredients are chosen for their freshness, quality and, whenever possible, purchased locally. The wine list further enriches the culinary experience here
THE CROWN HOTEL
Read moreThe Knight restaurant, located in the Crown Hotel, is a traditional, well-established establishment in Newton Stewart. It is also a hotel that caters to both tourists and locals with a simple but varied menu, typical of Scottish pubs. You'll find all the classics of the genre, plus some international inspiration. The pub is just as friendly, with its selection of spirits, beers, ciders and billiards. Finally, the hotel*** offers 15 beautiful rooms with private bathrooms (£80/night in a double room).
THE TAYNUILT INN
Read moreThis inn, which is a hotel, restaurant and pub, has existed since 1610! Recently renovated, it has remained a pleasant stop, whether you stop for a meal or for a night. As far as meals are concerned, it serves a 100% local cuisine, home-made, and taking up the classics of British and pub cuisine. You can enjoy the traditional pies, but also locally caught salmon or venison, in addition to fish & chips, macaroni and cheese or burgers. At lunchtime, a menu of sandwiches and snacks allows you to eat at very reasonable prices.
THE SEAFOOD SHACK
Read moreThis seafood shack/restaurant has won several awards for its take-out food. What Kirsty and Fenella, the owners, cook is exclusively freshly caught fish and shellfish from the port of Ullapool. They also ensure the respect of sustainable fishing and a reasoned environmental approach. On the menu, according to the seasons and inspirations: crab cakes, lobster burger, fish & chips tempura style, scallops with wild rice... The dishes are to take away or can be tasted on the spot, in the open air.
REDPOPPY RESTAURANT
Read moreElegant restaurant without being stuffy or expensive, the RedPoppy offers a simple and revisited British cuisine. At lunchtime, the spirit is pubfood and snack, with club sandwiches, paninis, soup of the day, fish & chips and burgers. In the evening, the cuisine is more elaborate with traditional dishes. For lunch and dinner, the ingredients are fresh, locally sourced and the dishes are prepared in-house with expertise and passion for taste. The "Traditional Scotish High Tea" menu, served between 5 and 6 pm, is particularly appreciated for its very good value for money.
THE PITCAIRNGREEN INN
Read moreThis charming pub was voted "Pub of the Year 2018" in the Food & Drink category, and that is richly deserved. The establishment is located in a pretty village on the outskirts of Perth, in an inn whose birth dates back almost 200 years. 200 years of good and loyal service as a quality restaurant & pub, appreciated by locals and travelers alike. It must be said that the products are fresh and in season, and of course carefully selected for generous flavors. The beers and whiskies served at the bar follow the same policy.
MILNES BAR
Read moreMilnes Bar is a pub and, like almost any pub, it also has a restaurant. It boasts the best fish & chips in Edinburgh.... Le Petit Futé lets you judge! The menu is classic, with its traditional pies, burgers, sandwiches, macaroni and cheese, haggis, roasted chicken, vegetarian dishes and side dishes of chips and peas. Simple and efficient!
Literary anecdote: Milnes Bar is nicknamed "the poets' ad" Indeed, in the 1950s and 1960s, it echoed the fiery debates of two famous national poets: Hugh MacDiarmid and Norman MacCaig. The lower room has been named The Little Kremlin in memory of these verbal games.