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Eating Out

Scotland is home to some of the world’s finest meat and game, seafood, fruits, vegetables and dairy produce, cooked by innovative and exciting chefs.

Here we feature these chefs and their restaurants.

Mason Belles Kitchen, The Canalside Pub & Grill

Falkirk

Recently opened following on from her successes in Linlithgow and Dunblane, Chef Proprietor Linsey Scott has used her extensive experience in high end hospitality and her knowledge of what customers are looking for to create fabulous new venue. ‘Located right

Allanton Inn

Allanton

New member Nov22 – more info to follow… A charming seven bedroom country inn by Duns in the Scottish Borders, with a sense of place – a family business whose farming roots are in the region and you will always

Lindores Abbey Distillery

Newburgh

The fabulous Lindores Abbey Distillery, steeped in history, produces fine Scotch whisky with a great story to tell. More details to follow very soon. In the meantime click on their link to read their latest including their products, venue opportunities

Cavens Country House

Kirkbean

A warm welcome to new Scottish Food Guide Member Cavens. Set amidst stunning landscaped grounds in one of Scotland’s secret beauty spots, Cavens is a delight to visit. You will receive a warm and friendly welcome at this beautiful family-run

Mara Restaurant at Links House

Dornoch

Mara is the fine dining destination restaurant at Links House – why not stay over and indulge yourself? Links House is stunning: from the panoramic views over the countryside to the elegant rooms and carefully selected furnishings and beautiful designs.

Kinloch Lodge

Isle of Skye

Kinloch is a historic destination country house hotel on Skye and home to the Clan Chief Macdonald. Claire and Godfrey, Lord Macdonald, for many years ran Kinloch and now it is in the expert hands of their daughter Isabella. With

House of Bruar

Blair Atholl

A perfect place to break the journey on the A9 – or just a great place for a day trip. House of Bruar has developed from an excellent foodie stop with an incredible cheese counter, charcuterie, and carefully selected ladies

Captains Galley & Seafood Bar

Scrabster

Catering in Scotland Excellence Award for Sustainable Business 2016, this fabulous seafood restaurant in the renovated old Scabster Ice House and salmon bothy right by the pier has certainly put Scrabster on the map. Scrabster Harbour is the most common launch

Fhior

Edinburgh

New member Feb 22: The quality of produce and its provenance is at the heart of everything you experience here at Fhior, Scott & Laura Smith’s wonderful dining venue on Broughton Street. Fhior is an adaptation of the word for

Eat on the Green

Udny Green

Catering in Scotland (CiS) Excellence Award for Food Tourism 2018, Winner of Best Restaurant, Aberdeen City & Shire Tourism Awards 2017. Thistle Award Winner Best Eating Place in Scotland 2019. Craig is the Regional Food Tourism Ambassador for Aberdeenshire for

Glengorm Castle Coffee Shop, Art Gallery & Farm Shop

Tobermory

This is so much more than a coffee shop! North of Tobermory the road is wonderfully epic – keep going, it’s worth it and the scenery magnificent! This is a family home as well as food tourism in spades! They

Knockinaam Lodge

Portpatrick

As they rightly say ‘If the landscape doesn’t take your breath away, the food will.’ Renowned for their 3AA Rosettes, 5 Gold Star with rooms, members of the prestigious Scotch Beef Club and with David’s fine wine cellar, this luxury

Sarti, Wellington St

Glasgow

This charming place was the first Sarti to open and has now been a Glasgow institution these past 25 years and still going strong with a dedicated following for their authentic north Italian food. Who’s joining us for breakfast? Sarti Wellington

Gloagburn Farm & Coffee Shop

Tibbermore

Niven family at Gloagburn have a lovely farm shop with free range eggs from their hens, local vegetables and groceries, an excellent butcher counter stocking their own and other quality assured meats, plus a great selection in their gift shop

The Milk Hoose Café at Cambus O’May

Ballater

The Milk Hoose at Cambus O’May cheese celebrates everything cheesey! Toasties with a twist, using all our cheeses with different fillings creating flavours that will amaze the palate. Cambus O’May cheese with haggis was a particular favourite on St. Andrews

The Dory Bistro & Gallery

Pittenweem

This fabulous seafood bistro is a hidden gem in the bonnie fishing village of Pittenweem…unique to The Dory Bistro is their amazing gallery of beautiful original artwork and prints from resident artist and partner Malcolm Cheape, along with work from

The Pickled Peacock at Cairn O’ Mohr

Errol

Cafe Bar at Cairn O’Mohr Winery This fabulous colourful vibrant venue is part of the Cairn O’Mohr complex where you can buy foraged wines, berry liquors, ciders and fizz! There are wine tours and resident artist’s handiwork all around you

The Hummingbird Cafe

Kintore, Inverurie

The Hummingbird Cafe is the in-house cafe at The Residence at Rebecca Carr, Kintore. Creating a serene place to get pampered, wind down, then share good food with friends: teas & coffees, beautiful cakes & afternoon tea, soups & sandwiches,

Mason Belles Kitchen, Dunblane

Dunblane

Overlooking the famous Dunblane Cathedral this lovely first floor restaurant, within the Old Churches Hotel, opened in November 2019 following the successful launch last year of Mason Belles Kitchen off the High Street in Linlithgow. Chef Proprietor Linsey Scott has

Glenegedale House

Isle of Islay

Highlands & Islands Tourism Award Regional Winner for Most Hospitable B&B Guesthouse 2019…and then Winners of the National Thistle Awards for most Hospitable Guest House 2020 and very worthy winners they are too! Islay is famed for its whiskies but

Rothiemurchus Estate Farm Shop & Café

Rothiemurchus

Rothiemurchus is a wonderful family run Highland Estate set at the heart of the stunning Cairngorms National Park. Passionate about delicious food, Rothiemurchus not only produces its very own succulent Highland Beef, Velvety Forest Venison and fresh Rainbow Trout all

Culdearn House Hotel

Grantown-on-Spey

They call themselves the small hotel with the big personality and I agree! Formerly the Country Home of the Earl of Seafield’s family, this charming Victorian residence has many original features and has been lovingly restored to its former glory

The Scottish Cafe and Restaurant

Edinburgh

The Scottish Cafe & Restaurant is situated at the gardens entrance of the Scottish National Gallery on the Mound with iconic views to Princes Street Gardens. Open for breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea, this is the perfect venue to have

Sarti, Renfield St

Glasgow

Sarti has been a Glasgow institution these past 25 years and still going strong with a dedicated following for their authentic north Italian food. This particular one is, the newest of the three, in a converted bank from the 1890’s complete with

Mhor 84

Lochearnhead

Tom Lewis’ informal inn is a wonderful addition to ‘Mhor’ and a welcome stop for any foodie traveller. He bought a tired old inn and created a fabulous venue! The perfect roadside inn to rest awhile in among their delightful upcycled

Sarti, Bath Street

Glasgow

Sarti Bath Street, described as “Not an Italian restaurant, but a restaurant in Italy” by the London Times. Sarti has been a Glasgow institution these past 25 years and still going strong with a dedicated following for their authentic north Italian

The Gannet Glasgow

Glasgow

Named in Top 10 best fine dining restaurants in UK 2022. Head Chef Peter McKenna is as inspiring as he is gifted, creating constantly changing multi-course menus using painstakingly sourced high quality produce. Here at The Gannet, food is sourced

Barley Bree Restaurant with Rooms

Muthill

Located in a beautiful old coaching inn, with plenty exposed stone and timber as befits such a historic building. Barley Bree has won awards and is well known for its use of wonderful Perthshire produce. This enthusiastic couple have their

The Lynnfield Hotel & Restaurant

Kirkwall

When taking a group of Swedes from Slow Food Scania on a food travel experience to Orkney, we based ourselves at The Lynnfield where the food, service, accommodation and hospitality were absolutely wonderful. Thanks to everyone for giving them all

Hendersons

Edinburgh

HENDERSONS, Eat Better Live Better VEGETARIAN RESTAURANT OPENED Sept 29th 2021 Edinburgh’s legendary vegetarian restaurant, founded by Janet Henderson in 1962, made its way into the hearts of people seeking goodness from nutritious, homemade food: ‘eat better, live better.’ Thanks

Carmichael Venison & Farmhouse Kitchen

Biggar

Heading southwards on the A73 – so pleasant to avoid motorways – you will find Carmichael Estate Farm Shop and can pause for tasty home baking at their Clan Farmhouse Kitchen. The Carmichael family have been farming these lands for 700 years and today

Café St Honore

Edinburgh

Tucked away snugly down a back lane in the New Town off Hanover Street, this stylish French inspired bistro is oozing atmosphere, locally sourced produce and a certain je ne sais quoi. Thistle Award Winners for Lothian & Borders 2018/19

The Townhouse

Melrose

Just across the square from Burts and equally delightful in its own individual way, The Townhouse is also owned by the Henderson family, who have deservedly won many accolades for their fine food and hospitality. Members of the prestigious Scotch Beef

63 Tay Street

Perth

Catering in Scotland Excellence Chef of the Year Award 2013, was a well-deserved accolade for Graeme Pallister and he is still going from strength to strength. His stylish venue offers immaculate city dining with imaginative dishes from one of Scotland’s

Connage Highland Dairy

Ardersier

Home of the Cheese Pantry and Café at Connage where they make a range of fine cheeses on their family farm. Now also with a fabulous vending machine service…the Connage Express! You can visit their beautiful shop and relax with

Errichel: Farm & Cottages; Thyme at Errichel Restaurant & Rooms

Aberfeldy

Thistle Winners for Central, Fife & Tayside 2018/19 Thyme at Errichel Restaurant for CalMac Best Eating Experience Errichel is a very special inspiring place. Close to Aberfeldy yet in a world of its own. Becky and Paul are a winning combo: their enthusiasm

Real Food Café

Tyndrum

Thistle Regional Award Winner for Best Informal Eating Experience(2019)…then Winner of the National Awards 2020 – Brilliant! This ingenious concept is a firm favourite with hikers and tourers, locals and tourists. You may be forgiven for thinking this is a fish &

Argyll Hotel

Isle of Iona

Closed over winter until mid March, this small historic independent hotel on the world-famous Isle of Iona has its own beautiful generously-proportioned walled organic garden that supplies them with as many herbs, salads and veg as possible. They are only

Grandtully Hotel by Ballintaggart

Grandtully

This vibrant inn in the heart of Grandtully is the latest venture for the family at Ballintaggart. Ballintaggart has built it reputation around provenance and hospitality in their own individual way, with Feast Nights and excellent courses at their Cook

Edinbane Lodge

Edinbane

Awarded 4 AA Rosettes 2022. The first Skye restaurant ever to be awarded this. Sensitively restored in 2018, Edinbane Lodge is Calum & Eilidh Montgomery’s creation, gaining a fine reputation with folk travelling from far and wide to dine here.

Ostara Kitchen & Larder

Edinburgh

Ostara Kitchen & Larder is currently closed, apologies for any inconvenience. If you’d like to get in touch please contact shop@ostaralarder.co.uk ***

Contini Cannonball Restaurant & Bar

Edinburgh

Cannonball House is one of the city’s oldest and most important buildings with stunning views to Edinburgh Castle. Their cosy bar lists over 120 Scotch whiskies and is open for lunch, cocktails and pre dinner drinks. From the bar they

Parklands Hotel

Perth

Parklands is a gracious period residence overlooking the pretty links on the edge of Perth and perfectly located for road and rail links. Standing on a gentle rise, its fine architecture reflects the history of Perth. Scott and Penny have

The Courtroom

Dornoch

The Courtroom is Dornoch’s own buzzing brasserie from light bites to rich ales, coffee & cakes to locally sourced dishes with a glass of vino – something for everyone in a vibrant atmosphere with music and rhythm. There is also

Witchery by the Castle

Edinburgh

Among its many superlatives it is known as “The ultimate romantic bolthole.” The Witchery is lavishly unique and steeped in history. Right next door to Edinburgh Castle and elegantly theatrically styled, it is always a gastronomic delight to dine here.

Stravaigin

Glasgow

Winner of Best Informal Restaurant in West Region Thistle Awards 2017. Another real favourite – this venue has character, attitude, and great food. There is a vibrant bar upstairs and warm buzzing bistro downstairs. Menus are quite international in style using

Ardardan Farm Shop

Cardross

Situated 10 miles west of Glasgow on the shores of the Clyde, this beautifully situated Nursery & Farm shop is on the A814 between Cardross & Helensburgh. The family run estate is owned by the Montgomery family, where friendly welcoming staff

Valvona & Crolla Elm Row Delicatessen & VinCaffè Bar

Edinburgh

Edinburgh’s original Italian Food and Wine Emporium, established in 1934 – World class Italian – no food guide worth its sea salt should be without it! Slow Food Scotland Deli of the Year 2021. This amazing store of predominantly Italian

Dunmuir Hotel

Dunbar

This elegant red sandstone building with its grand oak staircase, ornate plasterwork and art nouveau fireplaces opened for business in 1902 as a Temperance Hotel. It has just undergone a wonderful major refurbishment. (More photos to follow soon). They have

Mason Belles Kitchen, Linlithgow

Linlithgow

On Linlithgow’s historic main street, a stone’s throw from the Palace you will find Mason Belles Kitchen clearly signposted down a characterful arched vennel. Opened in autumn 2018 Chef Proprietor Linsey Scott has used her extensive experience in high end

Ballintaggart Farm

Balnaguard

Ballintaggart is an inspiring rural destination with stunning views over the Tay valley. Chris and Rachel’s combined skills have created a refined venue for a memorable food experience. It is now even more of a family business with Chris’ brother

Eusebi Restaurant & Deli

Glasgow

Eusebi’s is a wonderfully fabulous place to dine, and has the most amazing deli too. In addition to the ground floor entry level, lower level dining, and street cafe seating, all buzzing and vibrant, her spectacular deli counter stretches the

Lodge on Loch Lomond

Luss

This long-established family run hotel has an exceptional standard of fine dining yet not at all stuffy. You can dine in style, savour an afternoon tea or a light lunch – or book acres of beautiful space for your dream

Loch Arthur Creamery, Farm Shop and Cafe

Beeswing

The Loch Arthur Creamery and Farmshop is a great asset to Dumfries and Galloway. Creating a home, community, family and valued work, The Camphill Community offers ‘co-operation not competition’ to co-workers and has resulted in an organic food hub creating award-winning dairy produce,

l’escargot bleu

Edinburgh

This bistro has the delightful tagline ‘French Twist Using The Best of Scotland’ and it truly does. This award-winning bistro is French in style yet proud of their use of Scottish produce. Meats, usually named by breed, are often slow

Whighams Wine Cellars

Edinburgh

This West End wine bar has been on the go for over 30 years and is a vibrant and popular meeting place. Indeed it is quite an institution – loved by its regulars and a glimpse of real Edinburgh for

The Old Mill at Killearn

Killearn

This rustic restaurant was originally a weaving mill and now a rural local pub with gastro-style dining, filled with life and colour. The couthy 18th Century steading, complete with open fire is the perfect hygge and their frequently changing dishes

Craigie’s Farm Deli & Cafe

South Queensferry

The Sinclair family have created a wonderful destination here on the outskirts of Edinburgh. Originally – and still is – a berry farm, their fabulous produce takes you through the seasons from their PYO berries, apple orchards to pumpkins later

Buccleuch Arms

Saint Boswells

Welcome to Buccleuch Arms, home to the Blue Coo Bistrot where they are passionate about local produce, knowledgable and skilled. After a superb breakfast – they are open to non residents from early morn – we could have talked all

Crinan Hotel

Crinan

The Crinan Hotel is a really special place. Located at the northward end of the Crinan Canal and famous for being ‘magnificently eccentric’ with exceptional food! Home to the Ryan family for over 40 years, all 20 bedrooms have breath-taking

Knipoch Hotel

Oban

Charming family run country house hotel serving delicious local produce in their gracious dining rooms – their home smoked Loch Creran salmon is cured and marinated in juniper, rowan, Barbados sugar, herbs and whisky before they smoke it over oak

Rhubarb at Prestonfield House

Edinburgh

Rhubarb is the name of the restaurant at Prestonfield, the magnificent historic mansion that has been creatively and sensitively restored to its former glory by its owner James Thomson. A stunning mix of opulence and grandeur, it is undoubtedly the

The Dunstane Houses

Edinburgh

Affectionately known as ‘The spirit of Orkney, the heart of Edinburgh’ due to the owners’ roots and their passion for the northern archipelago, its produce and culture. Thistle Regional Award for Best Hotel Experience Winner 2019…and furthermore The Winner Best

Sheila Fleet Kirk Gallery & Café

Tankerness

Sheila Fleet is one of Scotland’s leading designer makers of silver with enamel and gold jewellery. Sheila has recently renovated a former Church into an amazing Café and Jewellery Gallery. Their food is focused on local produce catering for a

Ovenstone 109 Brewery, Eatooterie & Venue

Anstruther

Ovenstone 109 is an artisan brewery in the East Neuk of Fife with a mission to produce delicious beer that benefits the local economy and is kind to Planet Earth, Ovenstone is well on its way, striving to be green in

Edinburgh Larder – Deli and Licensed Cafe

Edinburgh

photo Albie Clark Winner 2019/20 Slow Food Scotland Best Deli Eleanor has created a sustainable eatery at The Edinburgh Larder in the heart of the Old Town, on Blackfriars Street, with takeaway option Larder Go both based strongly on Slow Food principles. They also hold

The Royal Oak, Cullen

Cullen

Cullen is a fascinating village with stunning geography, a famous soup and an awesome viaduct! It is a village of two halves with the original fishing village down on the shore, where The Royal Oak is situated, then the ‘new

The Wee Restaurant

North Queensferry

Welcome to our latest entry – the fabulous Wee Restaurant in North Queensferry. This husband and wife team opened the Wee Restaurant in 2006 and have been carving out a fine reputation in Fife and beyond ever since. Chef proprietor

Cringletie House Hotel

Peebles

This fairytale castellated country house sits in 28acres of stunning woodland, gardens and landscapes – the perfect gourmet base to explore the South of Scotland, yet within a stone’s throw of Edinburgh – sufficiently close to take a city excursion

The Inn on Loch Lomond

Alexandria

This charming Inn has been radically restored into a superb contemporary dining venue. Sister establishment to Lodge on Loch Lomond where the standards are always exceptionally high, here is an additional option for you to enjoy. Sitting on the bank

Gleddoch House Hotel

Langbank

This luxury hotel with Spa and Golf Club is but minutes from Glasgow yet set amidst tranquil countryside. The Vista Restaurant has panoramic views over coast and country to the Glasgow skyline with an impressive menu to match. Supporting local

Craigadam Country House Hotel & Country Larder

Castle Douglas

A fine Country House set amidst the rolling Dumfries and Galloway hills with a working farm, game estate and delightful hosts. Rod and Gun experiences are also on offer here so check out the weblink for full details. Superb local

Burts Hotel

Melrose

Such a beautiful elegant historical coaching inn on the town square of the pretty Border town of Melrose. Melrose is world-famous for its Abbey & Gardens and also has a lovely range of traditional shops – real eye candy and

The Ethical Dairy (Cream O’ Galloway)

Gatehouse of Fleet

Already famous for their fabulous ice cream, the Finlay family reintroduced cheese making to Rainton Farm in 2013 after a 40 year break giving an opportunity to experiment and explore the flavours and textures of different types of cheese. They now

Soutra Coffee House

Pathhead

A delightful addition to border country is this super coffee shop perched up in the hills conveniently by the main road to Lauder. Light and airy restaurant with home bakes, meals and edible gifts too – tablet, jams…. together with

Galloway Lodge Preserves

Gatehouse of Fleet

Enticing array of preserves, chutneys and jellies traditionally made and delicious to taste. They are very inventive with local ingredients creating for example beetroot chutney and Bramley apple with cider. A Winner of 2010 Great Taste Awards and been winning

Monachyle Mhor

Lochearnhead

Thistle Regional Award for Best Restaurant Experience (2019) Memorable elevated lochside location with exceptional food and a roaring log fire. The ‘mother ship’ of Mhor! Well worth seeking out. Mhor is renowned across Europe and beyond for its award-winning restaurant

Isle of Mull Cheese

Isle of Mull

This family of farmhouse artisan cheesemakers use their own dairy herds and traditional methods to produce stunning award-winning unpasteurised Traditional Isle of Mull, and Hebridean Blue cheeses, along with Cloth Bound Tobermory Truckles and naturally flavoured wax coated Isle of

Ubiquitous Chip

Glasgow

Truly a Glasgow legend since 1971, long before Glasgow was knwon for local produce on the tables or foodies savouring sourdoughs and artisan cheeses! I first dined here in the 80’s – I remember sitting at the next table to

Dunlop Dairy

Stewarton

Dunlop Dairy is a Traditional Ayrshire Dunlop cheesemaker based near Stewarton Ayrshire, with a range of farmhouse cheese you can taste and buy in their Cheese Shop and Tearoom. The Dunlop cheese has PGI (Protected Geographical Indication) status. Ann has

Ducks Inn

Aberlady

Malcolm Duck and his family took over this well known Aberlady landmark in 2004 and since then have not only invested much tender loving care but also attracted accolades for their food and wines. The dining rooms and al fresco

Tabla, Authentic Indian Restaurant

Perth

Praveen Kumar has restaurant Tabla and his Indian Cook School (click on Goodfoodology Section of Scottish Food Guide for Cook School ). World Cuisine Chef of the Year, Praveen Kumar and his wife Swarna, have created something very unique: Authentic

Contini

Edinburgh

A vibrant, buzzy, award winning Italian family run restaurant in one of Edinburgh’s most beautiful rooms. This former banking hall is modelled on a Florentine Palazzo and delivers everything you want from a fabulous, authentic contemporary Italian restaurant. They source

Boyndie Trust: The Old School Visitor Centre and Coffee Shop

Boyndie

A charming place to tarry awhile, featuring beautiful landscaped gardens, an excellent range of crafts and a lovely coffee shop, brimming with Banff produce. It is a beautifully converted old schoolhouse and a really friendly cheery place. Their extensive garden

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