This was our last stop before a night near the airport and the return flight home. Thanks to good…read morefortune, the Spread Eagle was able to put us up for an additional night due to an idiot losing our reservations at the hotel before this one! John Campbell is a total sweetheart. When we could not find a laundry, he volunteered his hotel services for us! The room was excellent, with a fake fireplace that just warmed the room with its appearance, two end tables (a major plus for us) an iron bed and two chairs next to a bar table. The bathroom was superb with radiant heating in the floor. Dinner was downstairs in the hotel, a quiet dining room for clients only, a tad uncomfy in that there was only two couples and we could hear each other's conversations, opposed to a bustling, noisy restaurant, but the food was excellent and service was impeccable.

I was in Melrose for the weekend and wanted to go somewhere with good quality food and that let…read moredogs in. Burt's hit the mark. It is lovely and friendly inside. I would the decor was contemporary Scottish and cosy. We sat in the bar area as that was where they allowed dogs. The first table we sat at was a bit in the middle and as Luna (the dog) likes to spread out, they asked if we would like to move to a corner table where she has more room, I really appreciated this thought. I had lamb with potatoes and a jus. The lamb was perfectly cooked and moist. There was a lot of lamb as well, great portion size. My other half had a fish pie which was jam packed with prawns, salmon and white fish. Really fab. It was during desert that they really hit the mark. I ordered a cheese board for us to share. First came the crackers. Something that really annoys me about a cheese board is that you get lots of cheese and then 3 crackers. What you meant to do with that? I usually end up having a ton of cheese and not many crackers! This was not an issue at Burts. They brought a basket of crackers...yes, a basket. I have uploaded a picture to show this delight. The cheese was all local and ymmuy as well. They also serve real ale. My partner complained that one of the ales was off. Without questions, they changed it for something else. This place is maybe a bit more pricey compared to other restaurants in Melrose but I think it is well worth it.

Very posh upscale place. Nice decor and table decor was very classy…read more Service here was the best in the area in my opinion. The town is full of historical buildings, but this place is centrally located and had servers that truly wanted to help and serve. I was here for lunch, which was delicious, well priced (as a prix fixe lunch menu existed), and served promptly. Special requests were handled promptly. I would highly recommend this restaurant. Really a great find with wonderful dishes all over the menu and great decor. But it's the truly top notch five star excellent service that I remember the most. Wonderful all around.

A small place with welcoming servers. We were a group of 3.The food was served fast - lamb stew,…read morefish and chips, chicken mushroom pasta and lemon tart. The food was all delicious tho the lamb is a little bit salty.

Glad i went to this place had an excellent meal tonight service was quick will be back next time…read morewhen in this area

Attended this restaurant for a work Christmas party. Considering there was at least 30 of us, all…read morescrambling for attention or drinks, I think this place deserves some serious props. First, all the staff were wearing excellent Christmas jumpers. (points!) Second, the interior is lovely with artistic lighted decor and wood tables and floors. Third, the drinks that got us started were delicious and well made. Then there's the food. Nom!! Okay, admittedly I'm a cheapskate and would probably never treat myself to a place with a price tag like this one. But if you're looking for a nice meal in a lovely environment, this place is worth scoping out. I had three courses, and each one was delicious. As a veggie, I didn't have much options, but I was delighted of the quality of the things I did order: some kind of pumpkin(?) soup, risotto, and cheesecake. I mean, seriously... Usually risotto us boring at best, but this was cheesy deliciousness. A lovely meal! And bravo to the servers who kept pace with a large group.

A lovely space with both indoor and outdoor seating. The service here was very kind and they don't…read moremind at all if you spend a few hours working on your laptop there. The food is a bit pricey, but I loved the charcuterie platter that came with multiple dipping oils. The vegetarian platter was also really nice (I would've liked to combine the two!) and the full Scottish breakfast was tasty and very filling! The pancakes, though, were lackluster (but this is coming from an American point of view), not very fluffy or well browned but they did give a heaping amount of bacon. I'd recommend it for a solid, picturesque spot if you're in the area but not necessarily somewhere to go out of your way for.

We visited this amazing restaurant that was listed in the Michelin guide. We have been all over the…read moreworld to dozens of Michelin stars places and this belongs amongst them. The staff was amazing and the food was incredible. The venison dish there is among the three best dishes we have had in our life. Highly recommend it! The wild mushroom appetizer was incredible as well. We LOVED our experience here!

A real favourite! Under new ownership since summer 2015, this stylish, friendly restaurant is a…read moremust visit. A great bar area with a huge range of gins and great selection of cocktails. The menu changes monthly and is always innovative and the decor feels very light and almost Scandinavian- it's decorated beautifully for Christmas. Have never had a disappointing meal!

Always a good meal good week day menu/offer I think 3 courses £18…read more Staff are really friendly & nothing is too much bother. Can't wait till we go again.

Cosy bistro is small borders village. Chapters is decorated with a mediterranean feel, lots of…read moreterracotta and wrought iron with candles and wooden floors. This gives the restaurant a warm feel. The menu is varied - local beef and fish, vegetarian options and seafood specials. There is usally a pasta dish on the menu, and steaks with choice of sauces. My husband ALWAYS has the Mexican stroganoff (he's a creature of habit..) All main courses include potatoes/veg so that you don't end up paying extra for a full meal Yummy desserts and excellent coffee. They do a midweek special menu of three courses for £17-£18 which is very good value. We have been going to Chapters for about 3 years and have never had a bad meal. The restaurant is very busy on Friday and Saturday nights, so would suggest booking, but we have usually managed to get a table midweek at short notice (but not always!).

The Cobbles has an iconic pub bar and cozy dining room. The weather was simply fantastic so we…read moredrank a round (or two) outside in their front patio. The menu includes thick cut filet steaks with wedge potatoes and salad. They also have haggis bon bons that were scrunchy and creamy in taste. Upstairs there is another dinning room, perfect for large parties or private events. A must-eat in Kelso!

This gastro-pub is tucked away in a corner off the main square in Kelso. It is cosy and inviting…read moreinside, with friendly staff. The menu is comprehensive, with something for everyone. I opted for a Thai red curry with jasmine rice, and was really impressed... one of the nicest Thai curries I have had (outside of a Thai restaurant in a long time). My other half went for a vegetarian option from the Daily Specials board - wild mushroom, spinach, and caramelised onion crepe, with ratatouille and fondant potato. This was presented beautifully and was so tasty. Definitely one of the best vegetarian options I have tried in a while. As for desserts, I would have liked to have seen a lighter, fruit-based option, so decided against a dessert. However, my dining companions all ordered desserts and were suitably impressed. If you are looking for somewhere to have a special meal, luck or evening, I don't think you could go wrong with The Cobbles, Kelso.

We went to the pub on a Thursday night for live music and open mic. This is a wonderful relaxing…read moreplace. All the people are friendly. Fun conversation. Since we are from California ee got special treatment in song. California Dreaming and one gentleman ad libbed a funny Trump song. Mostly the music was country and blues. Strange to go to Scotland to listen to that. :) The food was great also.

The Laird and Dog has been around forever, and for us a regular spot for a meal and a pint with…read morefriends from the sometime mining villages south of Edinburgh. For years, the meals were very ordinary, but the standard has been improving steadily and consistently over several years to the point where we now go there for the food as much as for the company. The menu is based around traditional Scottish ideas - steak and ale pie, haggis-neeps-and-tatties, and the like, but these dishes are well executed and nicely presented. Of late, menus have become a bit more adventurous, and the quality of materials and cooking continues to rise. Given that this pub is part of a chain, I can't see it ever aiming for a Michelin star or even "fine dining" status, but it is way above the typically dire standard of pub food in Scotland and on the very short list of places we are willing to go to for a meal out in south Edinburgh. Cheerful and friendly waiting staff only add to the positive experience. Recommended for a hearty meal.