What is your favourite Restaurant in Scotland?

fishypro · March 2017

I thought that we should start this topic to learn about new or existing restaurants throughout Scotland.
I will start the ball rolling with my 3 favourite restaurants:
1. The Kitchin, in Leith, is definately my number one restaurant. I visited here a few years ago with my wife for her 40th birthday and enjoyed the tasting menu. Tom Kitchin actually sat down with us and had a coffee & a chat. Amazing experience that will never be forgotton.

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2. The Newport Restaurant, in Newport by Dundee, is owned by Jamie Scott (Masterchef Winner) and is a wonderful restaurant with a completely different idea of serving food. This is not to be missed.

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3. Pura Maison, Crieff, is a new restaurant that is 1 year old and run by Stuart Leishman & Jennifer Neilson. This restaurant is Scotland meets France through & through. Fantastic dishes and great presentation top with friendly staff. Highly recommended.

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Horizons · March 2017

Pretty fancy stuff @fishypro, great list for western food buffs. The food looks pretty good but I doubt it costs less than £50 per person.

My list of favourite places in Edinburgh in the mostly affordable price range with my favourite dish (consequently these are basic ambience not ideal for date night, unless you're foodies)

1. Best Thai : Ting Thai Caravan (Massaman curry)

2. Best American BBQ : Reekies Smokehouse (Beef brisket)

3. Best Indian : Mezbaan (Meen moilee, fish curry)

4. Best guilty pleasure : Wings (any sauce that fancies you)

5. Best cake : Falko Konditorei (proper black forest cake)

And to dispel notions that I may be a penny-pincher, a couple of splurges (I'll eat anything good)

1. Best steak : Kyloe (60 day aged steak)

2. Best French / Scottish cuisine : Le Escargot Blue / Blanc (Escargot, duh)

3. Best ambience : Witchery by the castle (Steak tartare)

Finally if you're heading to Skye, do not miss Loch Harport oysters from the Oyster Shed at Carbost, some of the best in the world. If you're heading to Iona / Mull, the wee seafood shack at the pier (called Creel) has super fresh seafood sandwiches. Truly taste the difference.

fishypro · March 2017

@Horizon, you are right as far as The Kitchin is concerned but as for The Newport, that is around 30 pounds per head and Pura Maison is around 20 pounds per head.
I agree that The Witchery is excellent.
Great list @Horizons thanks for that.

fishypro · March 2017

@Samantha_Grant, thanks for your reply and your list of places to go. The Tower in Edinburgh is also on my list of places to go.

FunkyEllas_Travel · March 2017

I completely agree with both The Kitchin and The Newport, both are a perfect way to enjoy proper Scottish fare. I wrote an article recently about my favourite dishes in Fife, two of my favourites were Room with a View in Aberdour and the Steak Barn at Balgove Larder. We really do have some fantastic restaurants http://www.funkyellastravel.com/blog/8-dishes-you-must-try-in-fife-daily-record

johnmurrayjnr · April 2017

Fife has two amazing Michelin Star restaurants, The Peat Inn & The Cellar. Jamie Scott's Newport is also amazing!

The Newport

The Cellar

fishypro · April 2017

Another amazing creation at Pura Maison in Crieff. This place has the most great tasting food.

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Scathach · November 2017

Probably my favourite restaurant is in Oban: Cuan Mor
Great views of the bay... amazing fish and local beer! I go there everytime I am in Oban!

FullStopNextChapter · November 2017

Red Skye - Breakish in Skye is fabulous

Also the Grange Inn near St Andrews is really lovely.

Favourite place for cake - Muneroy's near Machrihanish.

We recently discovered Nanny's at Sheildaig (On the NC500 route) and enjoyed our soup and sandwich combo.

So many places..

Oooo, oooooo, also LOVE Dishoom in Edinburgh

Margaret · December 2017

The Courthouse in Kinross is pretty special, food is excellent.

Margaret · December 2017

Loch Leven's Larder (just a couple of miles from Kinross) is well worth a visit. As well as the fantastic restaurant, they have a super Deli and retail shop, and in the summer, sit out and enjoy the views.

spoots · February 2018

Henderson's, Thistle Street/Hanover Street, Edinburgh.

VisitScotlandAmanda · February 2018

We are so spoiled in Edinburgh for good food.

A latest joyous recent discovery of mine is Annakuts - a Nepalese and Indian curry house in Newington. One of the best meals I've ever had was here and it's an easy location to get to from the central city.

johnmurrayjnr · March 2018

Shout out to Plockton Shores too. http://www.plocktonshoresrestaurant.com/

johnmurrayjnr · March 2018

@VisitScotlandAmanda Just spent the weekend in Edinburgh and two stand out places to eat were the new Finn & Bear in Leith https://www.finnandbear.co.uk/ and also The Shore http://www.fishersrestaurants.co.uk/shore-bar-and-restaurant/

The Shore was incredible. One of the finest steaks I've had in a while whilst my wife enjoyed locally caught seafood in the comfort of a roaring fire and a nautical characteristic bar which brought that unique feeling of coming home from the sea.

VisitScotlandLiam · March 2018

Got to say its 20 Princes Street for me! Was lucky enough to visit when we were out filming the Devin Supertramp Bike vs Parkour video in Edinburgh. I had the most beautiful steak, I'd go back in a heartbeat!

Horizons · March 2018

I shall put L'Escargot Blanc's Côte de bœuf in the running for best steak in Edinburgh (Orkney beef). Split one with a friend this last weekend, cooked rare, so good. Not the best pic though

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1745kev · May 2018

The wee puffin, Grantown on Spey. And the royal chip shop, for white pudding. P.S there’s nothing royal about it

Tooma · June 2018

This is a good thread to learn about eateries worth visiting. So many times when travelling around Scotland, especially out west and north, when I have not only been disappointed by what was on offer, but downright ashamed by bad attitudes, and inflated prices. Glad to see things have improved some over recent years.
This is a good resource right here, and I shall be scanning it before I next take to the road. Cheers Fishypro.

Tooma · June 2018

I meant to say, the Ship Inn, in North Berwick is a bar/restaurant I am confident to recommend. Two visits now, and good food at fair prices, served by pleasant and mannerly staff.

EdinBrawGary · June 2018

johnmurrayjnr said:

@VisitScotlandAmanda Just spent the weekend in Edinburgh and two stand out places to eat were the new Finn & Bear in Leith https://www.finnandbear.co.uk/ and also The Shore http://www.fishersrestaurants.co.uk/shore-bar-and-restaurant/

The Shore was incredible. One of the finest steaks I've had in a while whilst my wife enjoyed locally caught seafood in the comfort of a roaring fire and a nautical characteristic bar which brought that unique feeling of coming home from the sea.

We finally made it to The Shore, following your recommendation. Loved it! Can't believe we've lived in Leith so long and never eaten here.

Really enjoyed reading through these recommendations, we've added a few to our to-do-list.

Our picks for Edinburgh would be Aizle, followed closely by Six by Nico (no menu to choose from, just sit back and enjoy the foodie adventure).

Tooma · June 2018

Talking of places local to you which are worth a mention. There are plenty of good eateries in Hamilton, Bothwell is good too, but the one which comes to mind as being a bit special for quality and presentation is The Alona Hotel in Strathclyde Country Park, Motherwell. It is closest to the Bothwell entrance. I have not eaten there in the evening, but the lunch-time menu has always pleased. It is not "fast food", so give yourself time to enjoy; well worth a visit.

Best chocolate cake ever, according to my wife, who beamed as she savoured every mouthful.

Lovely fresh starter, which I enjoyed very much.

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https://alonahotel.co.uk/

Margaret · September 2018

Hawes Inn, South Queensferry - food is absolutely fantastic, and if you can bag a window table, the views are amazing!

VisitScotlandAmanda · September 2018

I'm so glad this thread is getting added to regularly! I love the foodie chat!

I ate at Paradise Palms quite a lot during the festival and work near Harmonium so treat that as my local. Both are great for vegan pub food - think burgers, pizzas, hot dogs etc, but all with a bit of a twist!

Next on my list to finally try is Baba on George street - has anyone been?

I've also heard good things about Thrive in Tollcross!

HeatherBegins · February 2019

I loved Stravaign in Glasgow - fabulous Haggis and Neeps and salmon.

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