Allanton Inn in Scottish Borders

Whilst staying nearby I googled a random pub lunch with the kids. The welcome by Craig was awesome, service perfect, interior interesting and immaculate and the food was just phenomenal. The kids food was home cooked and so cheap! Where I live I would have paid double the price for half the quality of smoked salmon fillet ciabatta. I just wish I lived closer!

Saw here whilst on holiday in the area and having read all about it had to go. Was not disappointed and would fully recommend to anyone when in the area

Just back from a great weekend in the Scottish Borders. The Allanton Inn was a very welcoming and comfortable base for a couple of nights. The rooms were very clean & well furnished with a good supply of Towels / Scottish toiletries and Tea/Coffee. We really enjoyed the excellent breakfast selection and ate both nights in the restaurant - so many delicious freshly prepared local choices of food. The outside garden and pizza oven looked like a great spot for summer evenings. Highly recommended.

our two recent trips to The Allanton have been as good as ever, one evening a late pizza snack, brilliant fresh cooked pizzas', the second trip, dinner with friends.,as ever the best service, great beers, and a wonderful menu. Thank you guys ... again

I was guiding a tour of Berwickshire and chose Allanton Inn for lunch for my guests. We were not disappointed. Great beer, lovely Aperol Spritz and a fantastic lunch. Most of us had the delicious sandwiches but one of the party went for the fish stew - a speciality. Brilliant. The staff were friendly and accommodating and the beer garden, overlooking a typically Berwickshire pastoral scene , has to be one of the best in Scotland. A real gem, and worth the effort to head to somewhere a little off the normal track.

We stayed five nights and ate in each night. William and Katrina the hosts run an impressive establishment. The staff are friendly and very professional, the food varied and excellent and the rooms well appointed. There is the bonus of a lovely beer garden looking out over the countryside with weather proof seating for the odd damp day. We would return again. Allanton is also a good touring base for the south-east of the Borders and into Northumberland.

impromptu breakfast stop, as ever nothing was too much trouble, a lovely breakfast set us on our way for the long journey ahead, see you soon

Our second visit for an anniversary meal. Absolutely wonderful food, lovely restaurant and friendly staff. Highly recommend.

Our family stayed at the Allanton for a night, we have stayed before but a while ago. We received the same fantastic welcome and 5 star experience. The family room/rooms were perfect, cosy and quiet. The food was brilliant as always, wonderfully cooked and the service was excellent. The hotel is so warm and welcoming and the staff - each and everyone - just brilliant. It’s an absolute pleasure to stay here we all LOVED it!

The food here is always excellent. The best vegetarian meal I’ve had in ages. The best tiramisu ever! Always great service too.

As clinically covid-vulnerable people, we have been meaning to check out the Allanton Inn's beer garden for a while, so it being a toasty 9ºC today we phoned to ask if they would serve a light lunch outside in one of their pods and had a very welcoming and positive response, which was also very much in evidence when we arrived. We each had one of their 'Small Plates' with sides of chips, all of which was delicious. No problems with our masking and respectful distancing at all times. Highly recommended.

Booked 3 days in advance. Told them we were vegetarian, was assured they had a good selection of choices. Arrived to discover only one choice and half the dish hadn’t been delivered. Given orzo instead of gnocchi ,flavourless and boring . Special birthday meal, what a letdown. Never again

two trips in December for dinner, as ever spot on, just brilliant, beer and food immaculate, Katrina's Xmas pudding is out of this world, please make sure its on the 2024 festive menus

We booked dinner for my wife, daughter and I, this was after 2 previous attempts where they were fully booked. The welcome was very warm and the 2 guys front of house are very helpful and friendly. the food choice was excellent and the quality was great, we thoroughly enjoyed the evening. We will for sure return in the future

We are seeing friends, who live locally, and this is their favourite place for a meal, I can see why. The decor is very impressive and the welcome genuine. The guys who served us were friendly and attentive. The menu is not particularly varied but it is all locally relevant which helps to add to the experience coupled with the fact that it all tastes really good. The ox cheek was superb. Yes, I can understand the reason our friends return time and again.

We went there to spend money on drinks and would have eaten there too. We took our dog and were consigned to the garden, thankfully it was dry. On arrival, all we seemed to receive were dog rules and an initial unhelpful attitude when we asked to turn on the gas heater outside. Our understanding is that the dog policy is driven by a local dog's behaviour. We live in a farming county where pubs that are not dog friendly are shunned by local people.

a late sunday lunch, 10 of us, we had lunch in the garden, as ever great food, great beer, and the icing on the cake is the service from the wonderful team monday lunch, a birthday treat , again just amazing, truly faultless as above

Mixed experience. Overall great place as the food and service are first class. The downside for our visit was the restaurant area it very echoey. My father has trouble hearing. There was a loud customer on another table and therefore the dining experience was lessened because of this. Other customers did complain. We were offered a table in the bar and everything was sorted. If they can fix the acoustics of that area I’ll give them 5 stars.

Went for dinner with two family members. The food is excellent, cooked to perfection and desserts to die for. Exceptionally clean establishment and the staff are fun and friendly Will definitely return.

We stayed here last night after being let down by air b n b. Really lovely place and the staff were so welcoming and friendly, highly recommend. The beer garden is particularly nice, looking out onto rolling hills and very peaceful. We had the complimentary breakfast this morning which was all locally sourced ingredients and bloody delicious. Best scrambled eggs I've ever had. Thank you ladies for saving the day!

A superb Scottish Borders inn in the quiet village of Allanton. Exceptional and adventurous cooking, fantastic hosts who go above and beyond to welcome you and a brilliant and friendly atmosphere. If you are local or visiting then make sure you visit this award winning inn.

So, we had booked one of Allentown’s pods for our evening meal some time ago, opting for a pod as we had our hound with us, the establishment having a no dogs policy. Fair enough. When we arrived in the pouring rain, the manager told us in no uncertain terms that due to the rain her staff would not be serving food in the pods and that our dog would have to stay in the car as the dog going inside “would upset the locals”. We said this was not an option. The way this was put across by the manager can only be described as hostile. We were told 5hat if the dog misbehaved we would be told (not asked) to leave. Had we not prepaid a deposit for the seafood platter, we would have turned around there and then. We were put on a perfectly acceptable table, served by a slightly over-compensating and embarrassed waitress and had a very tasty meal. One drink, no starters no dessert and a hasty exit followed as our evening had been spoiled. Absolutely shocking and shabby customer service. Purely because of this, I rate one trip adviser blob. If I could rate zero blobs I would. Dog owners beware and take heed of this tale. It was not our fault it was precipitating down; if there was a problem us having a dog then we should have been called beforehand. There was no respect for us as customers and we will never darken their door again. Finally, the food was great. But the manager left a very sour taste that we cannot shift.

Lunched here again on Sunday .. WOW. Superb food and friendly efficient staff. The place was so busy we sat in the bar, which we loved. Delicious hot smoked salmon tart, sirloin of beef, served pink, yum and to finish creme brûlée with poached plums and cardamom shortbread. Cannot fault this Inn ... my favourite in the Borders ... love the place. X

Visited the Allanton Inn for the first time on Friday evening to celebrate my wife's birthday. I pass through Allanton 2 or 3 times a week but never looked in. The service and friendly ambience was excellent, the food served was second to none. My fillet steak cooked exactly how I ordered it. This has got to be one of the best establishments in the local area.

A small group of us had dinner at the Allanton Arms recently to celebrate a retirement and birthday. The restaurant only had a few people seated but the food took 1 hour and 10 minutes to appear. I felt that this was far too long. Some of the meals were nice but the fish batter was not cooked very well.

Recommended by a friend for dinner before heading to The Paxton House Music Festival. This gem of a gastropub did not disappoint. Good food good selection of wines, friendly and relaxed atmosphere.

So over many years I have been to The Allanton and it will always be one of my favourite Berwickshire restaurants. However last night was just about perfect. Six of started with drinks outside and then into the pub itself for a comfy table and exquiste food. The Eyemouth crab, sea bream, haddock, risotto and more were all remarked upon and my lamb was gorgeous. Service is always easy, friendly and accommodating. Thanks for this. We went on to an excellent concert at Paxton House in a very good mood!

Recommended by the owner of our holiday cottage. It was a gem; welcoming and friendly. We had dinner there and it was popular with the locals, even mid week. Not what you would call an extensive menu but certainly packed a punch, way above its weight. Midweek night and it was full for the early dinner but worth waiting till 20:30.

We have been staying in coldingham and searched for good pubs for lunch and this one came up... What a find. All four of us really enjoyed it.

We had a fabulously tasty meal here for my partners birthday on Monday evening. The service was excellent made even better by the lovely Steph who made us feel very welcome. My partner especially enjoyed the Hokey Pokey ( ice cream) lol.

After a nice day being out and about we decided to eat out. The weather was fantastic so we sat outside with the dog. My husband had steak and I had a risotto with garlic infused lamb. Both were perfectly cooked. Would definitely recommend.

We were staying at a cottage down the road from Allanton Inn so decided to book a meal.We were not disappointed.The food was delicious and staff were lovely.My son and his daughter shared a seafood platter which they said was really nice was hoping for a couple of oysters but wasn't none on.Will definately call again if we holiday that way again.Thanks.

Another lovely meal. Excellent food service and beer. That's why we keep coming back when in Borders Sent

Lovely hotel in a picturesque little village. Spotlessly clean, friendly staff, excellent breakfast, absolutely faultless. Loved all the locally sourced products from the organic shampoo and shower gel to the food and the excellent coffee. Next time we'll come for dinner too. Garden view room was lovely.

The meal was exquisite, i was delighted with my tender beef loin and my $15 glass of tap water, would definitely recommend this to familys

FABULOUS lunch today at the Allanton. Service impeccable, food delicious and the company ... well that was outstanding. Highly recommend this lovely country inn. Never disappoints. Thank you for a lovely afternoon.

Katrina and William put on a amazing XMAS dinner. Very nice, warm, and friendly Inn with a great family room. I would defo recommend a visit to the Allanton Inn.

Although there isnt much around this establishment it has the nicest atmosphere. The staff are friendly, the food amazing and lovely decor. Kept going back to stay through work as it was so homely. 10 min drive from nearest small town - Chirnside

Took my mum in her wheelchair so access was easy. Fantastic food, pork with prunes. Yum. Excellent starters - blue cheese, pear and walnut salad. Interesting spiced winter warmer drinks to start and particularly good bread. Excellent range of beers, wines and guns. Cosy pub atmosphere with great food and friendly service. Doesn’t get any better than this!

Not been here for a couple of years but we chose this restaurant for a gathering of old friends for lunch.

We were staying in the area and wanted somewhere to have a meal for our anniversary, We came across the Allanton whilst 'out and about' ab=nd decided it to book it for our evening meal.

Dinner for 3. Nice location and friendly staff. Three rating because the starters were over priced and disappointing. Main course well cooked and very tasty. A nice venue but the prices were steep for the food served.

We ate here while we stayed here. The food, as the hotel, was superb, specialising as best they could in local fayre. A must if you’re anywhere near. It’s popular though, so book a table to avoid disappointment.

We went along on a Friday night with friends and had amazing food. Each course came promptly and we were well looked after by our waitresses. Will definitely be back!

Visited the Allanton Inn twice between 1st-6th July. The first visit just for a drink, the second for an evening meal. The welcome was warm and friendly and very accommodating. The meal was excellent, superbly cooked and served. I would recommend this Inn to anyone who is visiting the area..

This is in almost every way an excellent pub - both for accommodation and food. Friendly and helpful proprietors and staff. Very good location (as long as you have a car) for visiting nearby Berwick-upon-Tweed and the adjacent coastline - both sides of the border and including Lindisfarne (Holy Island) ( do check the tides and plan accordingly). Beds a little hard but room was otherwise also excellent. Food the first evening was superb and beautifully presented - would have got a 5+ review, especially the pork special. But the third night we were there (we ate out the 2nd night) the food was disappointing - poorly presented and not especially well prepared (even though one of us had the same special dish as before because it had been so wonderful). Can only assume there was a different chef?

The Allanton Inn was recommended to us so, we gave it a go. So, glad we had booked our table as it was a Saturday night and it was busy. Sat outside in the delightful beer garden before dining inside. There was a varied menu with plenty of choices. The service was excellent and the staff were very friendly. The food was delicious and fresh. Highly recommend this place.

Menu quite pricey although Good food and staff always very friendly, especially William. One of the best restaurants locally with lots of local produce on the menu. Huge selection of cheeses too.

Lovely chic atmosphere in a deceptive Pub exterior, food delicious and service smart and professional. Loved the recommendation from Rosemary at Ravelaw B & B.

Called on the off chance they may have a table for this evening and lucky for us they did. Had a delicious piece of cod... cooked to perfection, served with salsa verde, peas, lettuce and crushed potatoes! Mmm.... was delicious. Service was attentive and efficient. If I could critic anything it would be the wine options all by the glass choices not to my taste, would of loved a glass of New Zealand sav blanc or a Chablis maybe! Such a great fish dish deserved it! Nicer by the bottle wines are available however couldn't warrant it for just the 2 of us when one has to drive. Anyway none the less nearly perfect!

The Allanton Inn was recommended to us - we were staying nearby - and it's certainly quite a find. It's a tad unprepossessing from the outside but inside it serves up some really excellent fare. Well presented and with really fresh ingredients. All our food was outstanding - crab and terrine starters, and curry and battered fish mains. No room for puds. Great service. Good value. Recommended.

Lovely food,with an extensive menu. Excellent service, the girls who served us were really sweet. Going back on Saturday, quite busy so perhaps best to book.

Booked in the restaurant as staying the night was not disapppointed plenty to choose from and presentation 5*too! We had a sharing platter that was good then the lamb wow was impressed and would visit again Thank you

We had a little party here for my husbands 60 th Birthday. The food was perfect both dinner and breakfast, the service was excellent, staff very welcoming and attentive, beds so comfortable no problems sleeping! Fabulous stay, would recommend!!

We called here unexpectedly in January in bad weather. The kindness and hospitality of Katrina and William were truly exceptional. They went way out of their way to cater for our needs and made us feel very much at home. The setting was stunning -...

Food nothing special my starter of leak and potato soup was very thin and all I could taste was pepper. My main course was chicken and black pudding wrapped in bacon, what would have made it taste better is to replace the bacon with Serrano...

A weekend away to the borders and we stumbled on the Allanton Inn. A pleasing find this and, as we had the penultimate table, a popular one for the area. Huge menu; beef, pork, venison, chicken, seabass, cod and a vegetarian option of pasta. They...

Jumped in car one night looking for somewhere for dinner , coming into chirnside I remembered about the allanton inn so we walked in and they said restaurant was full but there was tables in the bar, our table was very cosy and the place had a nice atmosphere, the service was very quick too , we both ordered steak and they were absolutely perfect . Highly recommend can’t fault the place

What can I say apart from... wonderful. Everything here is wonderful, the food, the surroundings, the staff and to top...

10 of us, 8 grown ups!!! and two youngsters, we had a wonderful night here, the food as always was...

Great food and taste with interesting combination. Very friendly service even that they was very busy. Super nice service.

As a solo female traveller it was great to be made so at ease with friendly staff and locals made...

Fabulous food and great use of local produce. A Welcoming Inn with great rooms and great value for money

Had lunch here, food was good and varied, my chicken meal was overcooked but not dry.

Visited 2/3 times for dinner, to try and see if experience improved any, ie better welcome and customer relations from owner/manager. Their prices for what you get makes you feel they have mistakenly thought they are an upmarket city restaurant.

Detoured here on the way to the Rosslyn Chapel from Lindisfarne. Glad we did as the food was fantastic. Only ordered starters but they were well presented and delicious! Must try: Beetroot cured salmon. Wish I could return for this!!

Very nice village pub/restaurant. Varied menu to choose from and not too much emphesis on traditional Sunday Lunch.

our favourite place to eat locally, we are always looked after, food top notch, service just brilliant, William, Katrina and all the girls make this a wonderful night out always, oh... and the beer was ion form again, marvellous night out

We visited on a Friday night and were very glad we had booked as it was very busy. I had rib eye steak which was delicious and cooked to perfection. Served with great hand cut fries, tomato and homemade French onion rings. I didn't have a pudding but my family had hot apricot sponge with ice cream and cheese and biscuits. I sampled both and they were great. There is a very good selection of local cheeses to choose from. I would be keen to return.

Glorious pub in a pretty Border's village. Lovely lunch, fresh lobster was served with a zesty lemon mayonnaise. The soup was tangy and rich and was accompanied by home made bread. A great range of drinks. Lovely spacious dinning rooms beautifully decorated, fresh and light. The gardens had great views over the surrounding countryside. Waitresses were helpful and full of advice and chat. Service very smooth and efficient. All in all a delight.

The Allanton Inn is the best option for a decent meal in the area and from time to time, the food is absolutely fantastic.We visit only once a year but it has become a firm favourite for us and I really look forward to seeing what is on the specials board each time we visit. Seasonal produce dictates what one can expect to find but we have never been disappointed although I would tend to agree with some of the comments about the attentiveness of the front of house team although overall, they do a great job.The potted mackerel and mackerel ceviche starter and the rack of lamb were the stand out dishes for us during our visit in June 2017.Looking forward to returning next year!

This was our first visit to the Allanton Inn and expected so much more considering they have recently won an award. Using locally sourced produced it was disappointing that they could only offer chips, mushrooms, half a tomato and two very large battered onion rings with a beautiful fillet of beef which was cooked as requested. However my issue is the lack of customer service. No welcome when we arrived, no enquiries if we enjoyed our meal, and no thank you and hope to see you again and therefore no tip left.

We desperately needed a coffee between visits and tried here.While it was technically open, made to feel very unwelcome and a nuisance. Took ages to get our coffee, so much so we almost left as we were running out of time.Clearly other reviews suggest it is better than this, so if you don't want customers before 12 leave the door locked!

Really nice atmosphere and surroundings, food amazing, lovely menu, will definately be back... best restaurant in area

We were staying in a house near Chirnside and visited a few pubs to find somewhere pleasant to eat. This pub was the one we chose, although you have to book. Inside the pub was very pleasant, with very friendly staff, very good service and a good bar. The food overall was very good, there were a couple of issues in that the roast potatoes were hard on the outside and dry in the middle, the veg was cooked just right and the beef was beautiful however there was only one slice, not enough for a man. The Holy Cow beer was lovely as was the Red Wine. Overall we all enjoyed ourselves and the cost worked out to approx £60 per couple all in.

Very enjoyable lunch, very good food, friendly helpful service in very pleasant surroundings. Its such an exception to come across somewhere that ticks all the boxes, this pub does.

The dining area is unassuming but very clean, and the welcome and service friendly and warm. We enjoyed the fish platter and the chicken.

Found-A-brilliant restaurant.Lovely location. Friendly and welcoming. Bar tender (sorry should have asked her name, but hails from st Andrew's) was very knowledgeable and made our afternoon.Well worth the detour. Will definitely be back.We stayed on for an evening meal which did not disappoint. Interesting Menu, with lots of local fresh produce.If six stars were available for an exceptional restaurant I would award this to the Allanton Inn

Very friendly staff, we did not have reservations but the staff squeezed us in. We had a lovery dinner, I had the spiced chicken. This was not hot spicy but very flavorful and moist chicken, delicious. Wine selection nice.

This was an excellent Sunday lunch for the four of us and I'm swithering whether I should be giving this establishment a four and a half!The staff were helpfull and very knowledgeable about the food.....one of us has a shellfish allergy and through choice prefers gluten free food but nothing was too much for the staff to sort out.Good quality food, traditional but tidy surroundings and all at a reasonable price.We will return when in his area.

Went here for a b]family birthday. What can I say not only is the Inn just delightful inside and out but the food was just wonderful. Two of us shared the fish platter to start and it was just wonderful. If any of the platter was anything to go by then I'm back for any of the dishes on their own! I had the day's special, an Italian fish stew, it was beautiful, more substantial than a bouillabaisse and infinitely more flavoursome, helped by the quality of the seafood. This was reflected in my partner's cod, which was both subtle in flavour, fresh and moist. The service was its usual Borders best, relaxed, helpful and friendly. I have no hesitation in recommending the Inn to locals and visitors,

Definitely worth the trip from where we were staying to come here, as recommended by one of our hosts. Delicious fresh food, friendly staff and a lovely setting.

This was recommended to us by a local which is always a good thing. We were passing by in the early evening and decided to pop in and although we hadn't booked the staff went out of their way to accommodate us. The menu was varied and a good selection of seafood which is always a favourite. The local Eyemouth crab salad was lovely and it was well presented and the crab meat in two forms of quenelle were delicious. Two crab claws in addition (frozen I suspected but did not to detract from the quality) just made the dish. the decor was tasteful in soft pastel shades was relaxing and the attentive staff were very helpful Definately Recommended.

This is a lovely place to have a meal or just a drink ,we had lunch and couldn't fault it at all ,the staff was very helpful and pleasant , by the time we left all but one table was taken which says how good it is ,would definitely recommend,

I always enjoy a meal here while visiting in the area and am never disappointed.Locally sourced food is a big attraction for us and the menu is never predictable or boring but instead varied and interestingAs usual we were not disappointed .My vegetarian sweet potato beetroot frittata with puy lentils etc and my son's roasted rabbit dish with chive mash and winter roasted vegetables were excellent.The Inn is very attractive externally and internally with many interesting local things to look at.Looking forward to my next visit already!

we should have been warned when we were the only folk for lunch in the pub's restaurant at 13.00 hours... My wife had a vegetarian option with long dead greens, her son a steak and I went for the simple fish and chips... this was last Thursday and my stomach is still upset. I suspect the fish was frozen, microwaved to thaw it then cooked... not the best way to do this. I was ill all that evening and my system has still not fully recovered tonight, Monday night. Staff were distant, the restaurant not warm and a workman was drilling and hammering in the bedroom above the seating area. A memorable meal for all the wrong reasons.

Excellent service and food made this a location to remember and put on the list for a return for a return visit next time I'm in the locality

We booked a table for two for New Year's Day and were not disappointed. The food, although a little more expensive than an average meal, was seasonal, sourced locally and was delicious. Would highly recommend the fish and chips! It was also lovely and quiet with a very relaxed, informal atmosphere. The waiting staff were attentive and exceptionally friendly. If we are nearby again we wouldn't hesitate in dropping in. Allanton is a lovely little village and the Allanton Inn is definitely worth a stop enroute if in the area.

This was the best lunch we had all week. It's a bit more expensive than your average pub but well worth it and beautifully cooked.I had pheasant stew and I wish I knew the recipe!

We visited with friends and had a marvellous stay. It might be bit off the beaten track but it is worthwhile making the effort to visit. Everything was first class from the room to the bar and to the food. The staff were friendly and helpful in everything they did. The service provided and the ambience would be hard to beat in many better known establishments. Go on book at least an overnight stay. We certainly intend to return.

This was the only Michelin recommended restaurant near Berwick, or so we could find. The food was really good quality, the setting was cosy and classy and the staff were very friendly and courteous. Really enjoyed the meal. We had a sharing platter to start, main each, shared a dessert and a bottle of wine and the whole thing came to only £68. Really good value. Would definitely recommend. Well done, great restaurant!!

First time back in the borders for a while and very glad to be going back to the Allanton.The warm surroundings just wrap you up and make you feel good. It's an extensive menu and also a few daily specials. To start I had pigeon breast with black pudding, just delicious. Three of us had haddock which was just superb, served with a spring onion mash. Cheese selection was good but I felt a touch pricey. The service was efficient and friendly. If it wasn't a 350 mile drive would go there again before Christmas, next year will have to do. Try it - highly recommended.

Unfortunately didn't get to stay at this hotel due to weather and a change in travel plans. However did have a mix up with booking.com and cancellation fees. The owner William was more than kind and understanding. He listened to my concern and helped me out. Would definately stay here in the future as William obviously carers about his customers and his reputation and his business. Highly recommended visiting an establishment who's owners care so much.

The food and the service were excellent.We visited on the Friday and returned again on the Saturday for our wedding anniversary and my husbands birthday.

Exceeded our expectations, the food was just divine. All locally sourced food and was excellent in both quality and quantity.

We went for Sunday lunch and all four of us had a really tasty meal. Good service from all staff and a nice atmosphere in the pub and restaurant. We will be back soon

The staff are friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. The quality of the food is excellent and well priced. Having eaten here on a number of occasions I can assure you it will not disappoint. This is by far my favourite place to eat in the area. I have eaten here with a large group, as a couple and with family and friends including children - everyone was impressed by the quality each time. I have never had breakfast here but I would expect it would be excellent too! As for dining on a budget - it depends on your budget and I hate to pay over the odds for an average meal - for me the Allanton Inn's prices are just right and well worth it.

We visited while having a ride about and how glad we are to have found this little gem.The restaurant was empty and I am sure it was because it was early because the quality of food and service would warrant a waiting list.We shared a meat platter to start and the pork belly and black pudding was truly outstanding, we followed this with mussels and they were plump and juicy in a wonderful sauce.The service was discrete but attentive and it is certainly a venue we will frequent when in the area.

On the recommendation of locals we had our first meal at the Allanton. The food and wine were excellent, the Landlord was warmly welcoming, the two young waitresses were delightful but the Landlady was surly and unsmiling, creating an atmosphere in this small intimate restaurant that was most uncomfortable. Perhaps a costumer service training course? Sadly we will be reluctant to visit again.

Nice lunch, good service and very pleasant staff.I had fish cakes and they were OK. My husband had fish and chips which he said were very good.We were on holiday but if we were in the area again, would return.