This was a higher rated local pub we tried and about a 12 minute walk from our Hilton. It was…read moreearly at 5:00pm and not busy. 3 of the 4 of us ordered the fish and chips (17.95 GBP) just to try another joint. The wife ordered their "Fisherman" which is pan seared Scottish coley or pollock (for 27 GBP). The battered fish with the chips was more delicately done here and delicious. As an aside I tried several times to find a place here in Glasgow or in Edinburgh that did a "special" fish and chips, that is breaded with crumbs and not battered, but apparently no one does that healthier old school preparation anymore (and I need to inform my old work colleague who hailed from Glasgow and gave me this inside tip that it's not practiced anymore). I also had a Chieftain IPA. The side of peas were dryish and not flavorful and small portioned and not done as well and tasty as I have had in London or Perth, just saying. We also had their sticky toffee pudding with ice cream for dessert and that was good. The fries were mediocre. Server was friendly and attentive. 4 stars overall and a nice local flavor Glasgow outing.

7pm reservation, we were seated immediately. The menu is clever and there really seems to be…read moresomething for everyone. My frittata was light but full of fresh piping hot vegetables. The wine list is replete with moderately priced wines; honestly we would have been willing to pay more for a couple of even better alternatives, but I would not classify that as a complaint. Service was friendly and attentive and this restaurant is so eclectic and fun.

As we were staying at Turnberry for a friend's wedding, we decided to add on an extra night and…read morecelebrate our wedding anniversary. There are two restaurants to choose from - the James Miller Room and 1906. We went for the James Miller Room as their 4 course menu looked really interesting and unusual. When we arrived, I was a little surprised at the size of the room. It's described on the website as intimate and I'd definitely agree as it only seats 10 people. It's just next to the main dining area of 1906 so you can still peer into the restaurant (if you really want to). Even though the room was small, it wasn't cramped and you couldn't hear the other tables conversations (unless they were talking loudly and you were eavesdropping!) Service here was the same exceptionally high standard as the rest of Turnberry; friendly, pleasant and chatty without being stuffy or pretentious. When we looked over the menu it had changed from the one online a little and I actually squealed when I saw a starter 'banh mi' - one of my favourite foods! This was obviously a fine dining version consisting of head cheese, foie gras and pickled vegetables. Graeme went for the St Brides Chicken Curry. I really loved my banh mi, and to be honest I would have been over the moon if it was the main, not the starter as it was the kind of dish I didn't want to end. I had a taste of the chicken curry one I'd finished it as I could smell the spices and I knew it'd be very strong tasting! It was, but not in the firey way I expected. For main I had West Coast lobster with carrot, fennel and granola and Graeme had the rabbit with boudin blanc and pomme fondant. Again, these dishes really impressed both in appearance and taste. I really loved the strong, meaty flavour of the sauce with the rabbit and we got extra bread rolls to mop up the left over juice. Then we moved onto the cheese course - Scottish artisan cheeses. Presented in a tower with truffle and jelly and some crispy bread, this was really delicious and a real winner. We were then invited into the kitchen to meet the head chef, Justin Galea. I was pretty excited about this as I love going "backstage" of restaurants and Justin is from Melbourne, my hometown. We ended up talking for ages and it was great to hear about the focus on local foods, some foraging and keeping a calm, positive vibe in the kitchen. We also got to see the chef's table which I really want to do - they design a menu for you on the day and you get to see the action. I had the Posset for dessert - raspberry, nuts and lemon while Graeme went for Ten Layers of Valrohna with pistachio icecream. His was rich and decadent, too strong for me but right up his alley. The posset had a really refreshing tang which finished off the meal nicely. All up, this was a lovely experience and a real treat for a special occasion. The four course menu was £65 per person, and we also shared a half bottle of wine for around £30.

A five-star view, with caveats…read more First off the Drift Inn is without a doubt the best place to eat and drink in Lamlash. We've tried the competition and frankly the Drift has the best beer and Scotch selection, food, and atmosphere. Inside it's a restaurant, outside it's a country pub with lots of well-spaced outdoor seating. It has the basics food-wise down pat. Huge fish and chips and excellent mussels - in the latter case just the right size between tasty and chewy. A great wine and beer selection and excellent service. The one down side was an overly-promised starter. Spending 15 quid on a few tiny bits of food artfully arranged stuck in the craw somewhat. But what the hell, they're nice people and the rest of it was superb.

I loved this pub and the food was probably the best we had on Arran. I actually didn't know about…read morethis place until the day before we left to go to Arran when I had 4 different people recommend it to me - I knew we had to go from that fact alone! It's in the lovely town of Lamlash and really easy to find. We parked along the road and then walked down as we were there quite early and it didn't open til midday. There's a beautiful view over the water to Holy Isle and you can get a ferry over if you're so inclined - we decided to just appreciate it from afar. The pub itself is kind of nautical/rugby themed and really cosy inside - there's a fireplace and lots of seating as well as some couches and a kids area. I ordered a bowl of Cullen Skink (Scottish haddock soup) as well as the Angler's Platter for one (Creeler's hot and cold smoked salmon, seafood and soft cheese mousse, fishcake and homemade bread). The soup was just delicious - I don't eat Cullen Skink enough and when I have one as good as this, I wonder why - thick, jam packed with fish and really tasty. I loved the platter too - the fish cake was the highlight for sure, but everything on it was so tasty and I loved how local it all was. Staff were friendly and welcoming, and we enjoyed grazing here for a while. They have a great booze selection but as I was driving I didn't have any - next time we visit I would definitely see about getting the bus or a taxi here from Brodick so we could get stuck into the gin! Note: they have gluten free bread, breadcumb and batters are available upon request.

What a find! Wonderful food, drinks and service. As a vegan I don't expect a lot from any menu but…read moreI have found repeatedly, especially in Scotland, that there are always great choices. I had a lovely sausage in garlic, cranberry and tarragon gravy and fresh vegetables. My husband had the fish special and raved. If you are in the area, I highly recommend this lovely little pub.

To this day their Steak & Ale Pie is the best I've ever had, wish it wasn't across an ocean or I'd…read morebe a regular for that alone! Delicious and tender beef, savory gravy and a light and flaky top all made this a meal I still dream about, definitely try it if you have the chance!

The Steayban is a lovely local family run restaurant with an excellent quality & a high standard of…read morefood you might not expect in a small rural location. Stephen the manager is a fantastic chef great menu options from traditional to multicultural dishes-all that never disappoint. The staff are lovely, down to earth and friendly. I'll definitely be back it's been too long!!:)

Love this place! We had some of the best Scottish fare of our vacation. The haggus with neeeps and…read moretatters, venison stew, seafood stew, and sticky pudding were all excellent as was the service. Of course the whiskey selections were great also.

Holy scott! Just simply amazing food. Stellar service. It's a high end dining experience but still…read moresemi casual (no need to dress up). There's options around 15£ but typical plates are 20-35£. We were so hungry we forgot to take dinner pics; we had the Slow Braised Short Rib (uh-freakin-mazing!!) the Chicken Breast (juicy & cuts with a fork) and the Venison Stew (tasted like Filet). Drinks were delightful. Service was stellar (and they were FULLY booked on a Thursday at 8pm; but we shared the 2 tiny hi-top tables near the bar and had an amazing dinner). Dessert was worth going for all on it's own!

This was by far the best dinner we have had all trip. Don't let the entrance to the restaurant…read morescare you away. Climb the stairs and and go to the nice intimate restaurant on the second floor. The night we ate here was very light with customers so we had time to talk to the waitress. We started with a bottle of south Australian Cabernet that was just excellent. Then we dove into the main course. For me it was the smoked haggis stuffed chicken with vegetables. My wife had the Cajun chicken dish. It took about 20 minutes because the Scottish chef had to make them from scratch. Both of our dishes were excellent. Even my wife told me to rate hers as a five and she rarely says that. We finished by sharing a dish with three types of ice creams, all made specifically for this restaurant. One was Scotch whisky flavored and that one was truly unique. I'm not sure we can do better than this dinner on the rest of the trip.

What a little jewel I found!…read more The Mill Inn is located in Coulter 5 min down the road from Biggar and 45 min from Edinburgh. It is easy to find as it is pretty much the only restaurant/bar in that area. It also has its own beer garden and in the summer this must be a plus. I believe that this building was once an old Mill and you might think so from the name it got today :-) Inside the floor is covered with typical Scottish designed red carpet, dark furnishing, wooden benches and beams. There is no doubt the restaurant downstairs has its charms. On the other side of the room, away from the dining tables there is a small bar with lots of different whiskey choices. Upstairs you will find additional seating and a small whisky bar with lots of different whiskey's on offer and for sale. The most expensive one costs £1500 Highland Park and last week they sold a £3000 special edition of some sort. No worries, you can also buy affordable whiskey from well known brands. Our voucher deal offered a starter and main course for a very good price. We ordered Shrimp salad and baked brie as a starter. The brie was soft and filling (you get two pieces), served with cranberry sauce. There was no brie spared. As a main we ordered Chicken Fajitas and it came with 3 sauces (salsa, sour cream, guacamole). Not only this, the chicken was served still on a hot plate, sizzling in delicious spices hot and mild, garnished with peppers and onions and a delicious sauce of some sort, which made the taste even more delicious. We also decided on coffee and with it they served a small piece of fudge, which was such a nice gesture. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. It is a very busy place and best you book a table before turning up unannounced. I will be back ! Whoop

One of the worst dinner services I've had in a LONG time…read more The food was barely mediocre. My lemon sole, a special of the day, was utterly tasteless, and didn't have the slightest hint of lemon. Not even a lemon wedge. And it was raw in the middle. Yuck! The worst part of our experience was the absolutely horrendous service, which was so incredibly slow that it was obnoxious. Waitresses buzzed past our table in their hurry to other tables, while we sat for an eternity. The only explanation I can think of is that my husband is Black, and we've encountered this issue before at restaurants. In any case, the service was downright inexcusable. I wouldn't ever go back.

I have to say I'm a sucker for this place!…read more Amazing food and cocktails with a vast menu and specials on every night. The prices are a little higher than most but it is all fresh proper food! To give you an idea of price me and the bf had a 3 course meal plus 2 drinks each and the bill came to around £75 but worth every penny!. The dining area stays open till late and the bar is open to 1:30am. They make some stunning cocktails and from £3 - £5 they are sometimes better value than a normal drink. Pub quiz on a Tues is good with free half time snacks which is always a bonus! Gets busy so go early!

AMAZING. Well deserved 5 stars. Through here for my birthday at the mo…read more What a stunning place. Few drinks in the bar then through to the stunning glass fronted terrace for dinner. The mixed tempura is awesome and the braised steak with haggis is to die for. (Tara one of the managers is ace). Fruity Flirtini are dynamite (Belvidere vodka, Cointreau, pomegranate juice and champagne) £5.50.....bargain. Toilets are spotless with Arran Aromatics handwash (classy) lol. Honestly defo come back here very impressed indeed.