Coruisk House in Highland

Absolutely flawless. Exceptional welcome and the food was heavenly. Attention to detail was exceptional. I can’t rate this highly enough

This really is a rather characterful and unique restaurant. We were staying next door at Mary’s Thatched Cottages and booked ahead which was essential. Full up front payment for the two set menus was requested, fully refundable up until 48 hours before the booking IIRC. (Wine and other drinks are paid for on the night.) This is a little unusual but quite understandable for a remote small upmarket restaurant with a limited number of covers, so we were happy with that. We were warmly greeted, drinks orders taken and the menu was explained. We were presented with an amazing wine list. The food was quite exemplary, four beautifully crafted courses with fabulous wines in unique surroundings. Excellent and relaxed front of house made for a memorable night. In the context of this level of cuisine, it was actually not bad value at all. A very enjoyable experience and somewhere we’d definitely recommend. Worth a special journey.

Clare and Iain continue to hit the nail on the head. Second time as a couple going for dinner - the first visit was amazing… this visit was even better. The standard of welcome, service and food is on par if not better than the two Michelin star rated establishments we have visited over the last few years. Iain’s cooking ability is incredible. Tonight’s fish course was hands down the best first course I’ve ever had. This place is quite possibly Skye’s true hidden gem for food and service. We look forward to going back - thank you!

Clare and Ian (plus Andy as front of house / chief mixologist) were a superb hosts for a memorable meal on our holiday to Skye. Clare was super helpful when making our advanced booking, accommodating my husband’s dietary requirements, helping to select the best day for our meal, very helpful and chatty. The food was sensational, starting with an outstanding smoked foam amuse bouche that complimented the Talisker wiskey sour cocktail we were supping perfectly. Clare’s passion for wine extends to a very comprehensive wine menu, and her guidance enabled us to select an amazing wine to complement our meal. The fish course of trout was my favourite, while the main Lamb was perfection and my husband’s preferred course. All in all it was a lovely relaxed evening with food that is clearly worth Michelin Guide status. Unlike other Michelin Guide or Starred restaurants our meal was very homely and not at all stuffy, served near the homely log burner. We had planned to walk back to our accommodation ( only a couple of miles or so away) but due to the inclement weather we very grateful for Clare’s kind offer to drop us home. Such a lovely touch to too off such a special evening!

Location and most of the food were great. The prices and the holier than thou arrogance were poor. Not just what was said but how. Over 90 pounds for 2 meals of 3 courses and a coffee each was wallet shredding.

From the moment we walked in, we felt at home! Claire & Ian (along with Andy) we’re very hospitable, giving us suggestions & tips for things to see/do in the area, but mostly feeding us SOOO well & tending to our every need! Such a quaint place in a very rural area! Loved it so much!!

We had a generally very nice experience here, but truthfully, it was my pescatarian friends least memorable meal out during our 11 nights in Scotland. Whilst I had Venison as a main, she was served a simple herb risotto, which had been made with pearl barley, and no other protein as substitute. Also, chanterelles, whilst delicious and in season, we're served on every course except dessert, which, sadly, felt a bit unimaginative. Bread was absolutely delicious though! Clare was very knowledgeable about the wines, and very passionate about the food, which I appreciated, and Andy was also very nice too. Clare also went out of her way after service to give us some valuable information about local attractions, which was extremely kind of her, especially as I know how hard she must work. Overall, a good experience, definitely the best in Elgol, just not quite as amazing as we'd hoped.

Four courses absolutely packed with flavour made from the best local ingredients and presented beautifully. The wine list is mainly Burgundian and all the better for it. And six stars for the homebaked brioche. We started with chicken and tarragon veloute dressed with ceps and white truffle oil which was impossibly flavoursome. Some real effort here! Fish course was perfectly poached skate and local squat lobsters (aka spinies), finished with lovage foam and served with handmade tagliatelle dressed with pesto made from garden herbs. Again so tasty, but the fish, especially the cooking of the fish, shone through. Meat course was braised leg of lamb and canon of lamb cooked medium-rare (so lamb two ways) with a strong sweet ratatouille, nicely crispy shallot tarte tatin and a silky turnip puree. Again an explosion of flavour and texture presented beautifully. Desert was a generous helping of coffee and Talisker souffle (very moreish) where the whisky was the star accompanied by pineapple flower-infused ice cream. Lovely meal in an incredible part of Scotland and all the staff are friendly and super informative. Surely a star beckons.

My (now) wife and I stayed and dined here for our wedding which we had down on Elgol beach in late August. The entire experience from start to finish was absolutely incredible. The "An Nead" (the nest) thatched cottage was the perfect cozy retreat after our long days out exploring Skye. It is expertly put together with lots of attention to detail. We also took the four course menu at the restaurant three times in a row and each night we didn't think it could get better but it did. We were impressed by the local sourcing of ingredients, high quality of preparation and the nuance of each dish. The wine list is extensive and personally researched by the ever-so-kind owners, and you really feel like they are welcoming you as old friends or family into their home. The location is just five minutes drive from Elgol beach, which is also the jumping off point for boat trips to Loch Coruisk. At first the boat trip was a second thought for me, but we quickly realized that it is a once in a lifetime experience and a major attraction on Skye. The wildlife, the ocean air, and hiking around a lake that has stood alone untouched for millennia is such a breathtaking experience. On the whole, we were extremely pleased with our time at Coruisk house and it will always hold a special place in our hearts. I would highly recommend dining, staying or preferably both whether for a special occasion or just as an opportunity to get away from it all, you will not regret it!!

Surrounding area is beautiful, very remote and spacious. Setting of restaurant is small and cosy with nice boutique finishes. Atmosphere in the restaurant would benefit with a little music of any sort, we felt we had to whisper and could hear everything going on. The service was very polite and friendly. We arrived at 7pm and had our first course (bread) around an hour after arriving, menu was all set so there was no delay in ordering etc. The rest of the courses arrived in similar style, very long waits in between and for our four course meal we had dessert at around 9:40. The food itself was mostly tasty but underwhelming if we are honest. Being a Michelin recognised restaurant would suggest some more technical dishes or a better balance of flavour. Highlight being the fresh bread and soup, lowlight being the fish course of smoked trout, pea and asparagus tartlet and Parmesan crisp. Almost no acidity to the dish and Parmesan overpowering all. Overall for the price and expectation our meal did not deliver and we were very keen to leave even before dessert was finally served.

We had an absolutely amazing two night stay here. We stayed in the Steadings which was a two bed with sitting room, shower room and bathroom. The lodgings were lovely. Beautiful colours and lovely accent pieces with wonderfully comfortable beds and a great roll top bath. The food was out of this world. We had dinner one evening and two breakfasts. The food in the evening was one of the nicest meals I’ve had. The breakfasts were also divine. Everything fresh and of super quality. We travelled to fort william after second day and I was still full early evening. The location was beautiful. Quiet with wonderful scenery and my hubby and the kids had some amazing walks. But have to admit the hosts made this stay. Clare and Iain are not only extremely talented but wonderfully welcoming. They take time to get to know the guests and you leave feeling like you have stayed with friends. Can’t wait to come back

Had the most perfect evening at Coruisk House. The setting is divine. Refined yet homely with stunning flowers. Relaxed but professional waitstaff. The food was absolutely superb and the wine list was amazing. Fixed price 4 course menu. We had sublime rich fish soup, lightly hot smoked salmon with asparagus & bearnaise, beef fillet & braised ox tail with morrel, fennel & celeriac gratin & fondant potato and to finish the most delicious coffee & whisky soufflé with cardamom ice cream & almond sable. Truly one of the most memorable meals I have had! PS and the house baked brioche bread was next level.

One of the best meals of my life. Every component of every course was memorable and perfectly prepared. Ingredients I knew well had been elevated to be almost new flavors. Can't recommend highly enough. Great and friendly service.

Absolutely wonderful food. We were lucky enough to stay there as well. Clare and Ian go out of their way to make your stay special. The meal is well worth the cost. It is a tricky drive to get there. 14 miles on single track road all the time dodging pot holes and sheep. If you can manage that you will be well rewarded.

Stayed for 3 nights owners and decor and food was absolutely 1st class . Albeit will not be in this area again would highly recommend.

My wife and I traveled to Coruisk House after our wedding in Wester Ross in early December. Our photographer was a friend of the owners, Clare and Iain, and had arranged for us a special dinner reservation at the end of our honeymoon on Skye. It turned out to be the most romantic end to our fairy-tale wedding. We had a long drive on single track roads via taxi to get to the restaurant, and it had been quite icy the night of our dinner. Upon entering we were seated at our table in a lovely small room with candles and flowers on our table, and a small fire nearby. The 4 course dinner was exquisite! Lobster bisque, a Halibut mousseline that was SUPERB, venison, and a delicious chocolate soufflé. I must say that Clare's wine recommendations were absolutely first rate!!! She suggested a red and white French Burgundy that were the PERFECT accompaniment to the meal! Her knowledge of fine wines is quite impressive, and I would highly advise seeking her personal suggestions. The restaurant has a quaint, romantic atmosphere. Due to the weather and time of year we were not fortunate enough to have savored the views from the nearby beach at Elgol, but were blessed on the drive back with breathtaking images of the snow covered Cuillin mountains by moonlight on either side of Loch Slapin. It was a truly magical way to end the evening! The food and hospitality were just five star. Clare and Iain have created a remote paradise of fine wine and dining in one of the world's most perfect settings here. Highly recommended!

Coruisk House is run by people who really care … about food, hospitality, and their region. The room was beautifully appointed (we stayed in the small one and it was a good size - we are Londoners - the shower is small). The pre dinner cocktails were tasty and well presented. Dinner was excellent quality and interesting. The first and second course took a long time to arrive but this is fresh and carefully prepared and presented food with good service. People out for a dinner experience in a group will probably appreciate the longer pacing.

The drive to the Coruisk House is most spectacular, the road winds around Lock Coruisk where we we passed the Skye marble quarry and had to negotiate the road with the cattle, sheep, and other cars on this one-lane road. It was so beautiful and quiet, I wished we had spent more time in this area. We enjoyed a five-course meal at the Coruisk House Restaurant owned and operated by Ian and Claire. Ian is the chef and every course was fantastic and artfully plated. If we had been at home, I may have licked the plates clean! Claire was attentive and made wonderful wine selections to pair with each course. The restaurant is located in a lovely house and we were fortunate to sit in the living/dining room which had a fireplace. The setting was intimate and cozy. Next time we will stay in their hotel so we can spend more time in this area of Skye and immerse ourselves in the beauty and hospitality of this very special place.

Very nice evening Excellent food wine and hosts in a lovely place ! All good locally sourced and Clare is very knowledgeable about it all.

It amuses me that perhaps the most over-employed adjective nowadays is ‘stunning’. Literally everything is described as stunning. It’s a wonder that people don’t seem to be walking around in a permanent daze, eyes glazed and drooling. The other over-hyped phrase that has crept into everyday advertisements and such like is the word ‘experience’. Nowadays we are told we can expect a wonderful shopping experience, bathing experience, banking experience etc. etc. when in truth such labelled ‘experiences’ are everyday and generally mundane. The Isle of Skye, however, can justifiably be termed "stunning" in the literal sense. There are views and vistas which are genuinely outstanding. What’s more, much of the spectacular scenery does not require Olympian levels of fitness to access; a good thing in my case. Yes, there are midges if there’s still and damp conditions, but a good breeze saved us major harassment from these odious little pests. Sometimes the single track roads can be a magnet for tourists who are understandably too stunned to concentrate on their driving, and yes the island is getting pricey. It was our delight then, that we were able to keep a sharp focus on the road and negotiate, without incident, the 13 miles single track road to the Coruisk House hotel for dinner one night. Self-described as "a restaurant with rooms", owners Iain and Clare have been plying their trade for 13 years at Coruisk House and they richly deserve the many plaudits that have been bestowed. Iain is a remarkable self-taught chef and his cooking is fine in the classic French style. His ingredients are locally sourced and of the best possible quality. His set menu is intelligent, cooked to perfection and beautifully presented. Hand on heart, I have had many meals in one star Michelin restaurants that could not hold a candle to Iain's cooking. Rather than recite our menu (which is composed by Iain daily, depending on what is in season) I will just summarize it by saying that each of the four courses were superb. The lamb was stunning (with one of it's accompaniments being an amazing shallot pastry tart). The meal was a genuine experience. Worthy of mention is the excellent wine list - a hefty tome with a predominantly Burgundian bias, curated by Iain from his experience in Burgundy. Given the twisty 13 mile single track access, those who are not overnighting in one of the five rooms can choose from a small selction of wines by the glass. Such quality justifies the price - currently the menu is £65 per head and excludes wine or beverages. You could really ramp up the evening's tally by partaking some of Iain's exceptional burgundies, but there are more affordable options too. The only thing to point out is that all the courses are cooked while you dine; therefore expect to take quite a time over dinner. This would not be a restaurant to go to if you are in a hurry. Take your time and enjoy!

We’ve always wanted to come here for a meal and finally got round to doing it and what a treat it was. Andy who greeted us was a true professional and very welcoming quickly taking us to our table. The restaurant is very tastefully decorated...

A hidden gem: exquisite food, impeccable service, beautiful rooms, stunning location, fabulous hosts. The whisky sours are not to be missed.

See the hotel review, but the food & hospitality are the reasons to keep coming back. Wonderful food, friendly hosts.

Service is good but can be patronising. Food is very good. Breakfast is slow but great selection. Claire interfaces well with guests but needs to learn to take criticism of food on the chin. Neither of us liked one course and she treated us like...

Fabulous food and such comfy rooms. We had a brilliant time despite the rainy weather. Clare and Ian were very kind and gave us all sorts of tips on where to go for walks, interesting things to see etc. The chanterelle soup was amazing as...

What a lovely place this is! The setting, at Elgol on the Isle of Skye, is beautiful. It was a bit wet while we were there but we still managed to do a couple of walks and the area is really lovely, and very peaceful....

Fabulous - possibly the best meal of my life. Secluded but wonderful setting - a very special place and a must in Skye. Very attentive hosts, extensive wine list and fantastic food.

A huge thank you to Clare and Ian! What a stunning guesthouse. The room we stayed in in the steading was beautiful with carefully chosen pieces of antique furniture which creates a timeless feel. This was the location we chose for our wedding and it...

We had a lovely evening here as part of our holiday to Skye. To be aware, the only supper time you can book is 1900 and only if tables aren't being taken by residents. You therefore need to book with 48 hours in advance. This...

My husband and I are massive foodies and have had the privilege of eating in many wonderful places around the world over the years….from street food to Michelin starred. It is rare to come across a restaurant, especially one as remote as Coruisk House on...

We spent 3 nights here - enjoying the wonderful scenery, coastline, Elgol beach and harbour and cliffs and hill walks all around the area. The food and wine each night were delicious and it was great to take the opportunity to relax as a family....

Our five day visit in late June was our third stay at Coruisk house since 2018, and we feel it gets better and better. Iain and Clare both give tremendous attention to detail to their restaurant with rooms - akin to a country owner-managed French...

This is a must attend when in the Isle of Skye. Clare’s hospitality and Ian’s Michelin standard culinary skills create an unmissable experience. They have an extensive wine list and are able to give great detail on each wine (having visited most of the vineyards...

We stayed in the Lower Steading suite for two nights. We had a lovely time and everything our hosts, Clare and Ian provided or did on our behalf contained a sense of purpose, quality and personality. We really appreciated the thought and care displayed, and...

We stayed at Coruisk House for two nights, and had dinner and breakfast both days. Had a simply marvellous time. Clare's welcome sets the scene, and wrapped us in a cocoon of considerate hospitality throughout. The decor of the house is elegant and tasteful, the...

We stayed at Coruisk House and had two fabulous dinners. Service is relaxed yet on the ball and Claire is a fantastic host 2 waiter / sommelier. The four course set menu costs £55 and is brilliant value for money. Each starts with a soup...

Lovely area but you get a feeling of inferiority with the owners being too precious and arrogant. Elgol has always suffered from too little choice to eat and sleep. Premier Inn get open there we need you! A decent chip shop too. Ten pounds for...

We stayed for one night in the stylish four-poster bedroom following our Misty Isles tour and it was a perfect end to a fabulous day. The accommodation is elegant and stylish in an eccentric and individual way, yet uber-comfortable and luxurious. The welcome, and service,...

Excellent food, friendly host, comfortable rooms. Well worth the drive to this remote spot. Many thanks for a great stay

I tried to book by phone and was rudely told to phone back as they were serving dinner. I tried to phone back several times and got no answer. As we were passing in the car I decided to try to call in and book....

What can i say. We had a wonderful time. Our room was clean and comfortable with loads of nice touches. The team were personable, did every they could to make us feel welcome, and don't get me started on the food, first class. If you're...

We had two tonight’s stay and one evening meal at Coruish house. We stayed in the lower steadings sweet which is a lovely room plenty of space and a spectacular bathroom , The evening meal was very good but a bit expensive. The house itself...

This is a lovely place Clare was so charming during our stay. This is billed as a restaurant with rooms and it is absolutely true the restaurant is the draw. Along with the jaw dropping beauty of the surroundings. We stayed in the cream iron...

We stayed two nights at this restaurant in their cottage next door. With the freshest of local ingredients and a magician at work in the kitchen, dinner on both nights was a triumph. Chanterelle soup, hake with a cauliflower cous cous and lamb the first...

We enjoyed a most delicious four course delight at this Michelin accredited oasis so near the beautiful Elgol access to Loch Coruisk via Misty Isle boats (the only operators since lockdown lifted in the 2020 season). Clare and Iain are first rate hosts and their...

After looking at several restaurants in the area, we decided to go with Coruisk House the night of our engagement - we had the most amazing experience! We ended up running late - our GPS took us to the wrong end of the island! Completely...

We were lucky enough to stay for 2 nights at this lovely boutique hotel and because we booked the second night a little late we got to stay in both of the lovely rooms in the main part of the building. Both rooms were super...

My husband and I stayed at Coruisk House at the beginning of September. We stayed for 2x nights in the Lower Steading room. On arrival during service we were asked to wait which given this is a small family run business in middle of serving...

We had a wonderful, welcoming, and delicious time during our two days at Coruisk House. We found Claire and Iain and the rest of the staff helpful, full of great information, very attentive to our needs, especially after I broke my leg on a hike...

Let's be honest - we're not regular visitors to Michelin rated restaurants - though this is neither the first, nor the last time, I'm sure. We expected to pay a higher price in return for premium products, service and environment. To be fair I think...

We booked the Coruisk House months in advance, and paid in full for two nights, for our first trip to Scotland. We would arrive on my birthday.We had read the reviews, and knew the owners were a bit fussy about rules. After a long day of hiking around the Isle of Skye, we arrived after the stated check-in time of 16:00. Clare, the owner, met us at the door, and sheepishly told us that our room was not ready - delay with the laundry. We were asked to sit in a common area (most uncomfortable furniture), and were offered tea while we waited in complete silence (original wait time was 5 minutes which lapsed into 30 minutes). While we waited, three dogs raced into the room running toward us, barking. Clare's husband looked in after a minute or so and asked, "You ok with the dogs?". No...they were jumping on us, licking my phone, and scrounging for the fudge she had on the table. Ian didn't introduce himself to us or welcome us. Clare disappeared, doors banging as they went about their business as we sat and waited for our room. We were finally led to our room. Pictures online make it look like a boutique lodging. It was not. We realize that the location is remote and the home is old, but our bed literally sagged in the middle, was hard as a rock and squeaked every time you moved. There was no cell service or WiFi in our room. We had to either sit in the hallway, or go down to the dining room to connect. Also, we were told that the previous guest had damaged our shower mechanism, so the utmost care was needed to use it. We then proceeded to dinner. They offer two seatings. One at 7 pm and one at 8 pm. We were the first people seated. Clare stated to show up at 6:45 pm for a complimentary glass of Prosecco, which we did. Clare was not present, but Kristine, our server, was delightful. She explained the menu and took our order. We then spent an hour waiting for our starters (soup, which would have been prepared in advance, and one scallop on a spoonful of risotto). The soup, which was to be a chanterelle mushroom soup was nothing more than a roasted garlic soup and overly salty. The scallop was fine, but I can cook the same at home in about 2 minutes. Our mains, both venison, took another hour to arrive. The first service was just us and another table of four. Six other people booked the 8 p.m. dinner time. I had mentioned that we were excited to be staying at their inn for my birthday. There was no mention of it. As we waited endlessly for our food, we looked out the window to see Clare drive up with her three dogs in the back of her car. Apparently, dinner service is not a priority. She then put on an apron and helped Kristine deal with their full house of customers.I would have loved to try their desserts, especially while celebrating a birthday, but ultimately gave up and went to our room to look for lodging some other place the following night. The cost, £38 for our starter and one main, per person, was way overpriced. They upcharge as well for a few slices of bread or a cheese course. And, a cup of coffee was £5. Breakfast was disappointing as well. Ian's "famous" granola was soft, not crunchy. The fruit was on the verge of rotting (soft strawberries and blackberries). Clare's "famous" bread was....well, just bread. Running a B&B, as a couple, there was no attempt on their part to make their guests feel welcome. Every interaction with them felt so awkward as if we were imposing on their daily life. And, not one piece of furniture in this entire inn was comfortable. We couldn't wait to leave, and ultimately ate the cost of a night's lodging just to get out.

The first thing to note is that we came to Coruisk House a little apprehensively because the reputation of the owner preceded her. It's really bizarre seeing her responding to comments so defensively and publicly and really does not to her any favours at all. We were very wary of Clare when we were there, for fear of her kicking up a fuss should we dare to give any feedback! The positives: Our room was lovely, a really cosy place to put your head down for the night. Breakfast was wonderful, particularly the granola/muesli. However, to call this place a restaurant with rooms is well, well off the mark. It's a great little B&B but the dinner offering seriously needs work if it's to be considered a decent restaurant within its own right. Firstly, it's painfully overpriced and I fear the owners are aware that it's the only place to really eat in the area if you're staying overnight. Two courses for £39 (plus a laughable £3.50 for bread) would be reasonable in a London restaurant or even elsewhere in Skye if you were eating great food but unfortunately that's not what you get at Coruisk House. The scallop starter was indeed delicious, but really very small for half of a £40 meal with no bread offered. It really is one scallop with two mouthfuls of barley risotto. The cod main however was incredibly odd. A massive lump of fish which had seemingly been pan fried on the skin (nice and crispy) and then steamed as the flesh was pretty tasteless and soggy. That, with an array of fussy, confusing and way over salty accompaniments, some "Julienne vegetables" (i.e very thin cut chips) and a completely unnecessary tasteless tempura. By the time we ate, we were starving - even though there were fewer than 6 people dining and they had taken our order (one of only two main course options) an hour previously. We couldn't help feeling that, by dressing the menu up with choice words and relying on great quality produce, the owners were hiding behind the fact that the chef clearly isn't trained. Yes, he could probably cook a great Sunday roast but in no way is Ian (the owner) a talented, upmarket chef. He is way out of his depth and they would do far better serving unfussy, hearty meals with great produce. The atmosphere was bizarre, silent (why no music?) and with every other couple dining seemingly also slightly scared of Clare and whispering to each other about the food. I'm afraid we did the same, I'd rather have tired to enjoy my disappointing meal in peace than dare tell her how we felt.

We have a wonderful stay for two night in this lovely little gem of a place. The accommodation was stylish, spacious and very comfortable. The food is second to none, and the attention to detail is spot on. The owners and their staff were so friendly and and nothing was to much to make a stay the memorable experience it was. If you are planning to go on the sea trips out of Elgol this is the pace to stay. It is at the higher end of the price bracket, but it is worth every penny and more.....push the boat out and you won't regret it! Hopefully we will make a return trip to this area at some time and we will make this a must do destination.

During our stay at Coruisk B&B we also booked for dinner. This is served in the entrance room with large windows (distant sea views from our table). Only 4 tables, quiet atmosphere. Our three course meal, chosen out of 5 starters and 2 mains was very nice. Portions were small, but delicate. The steamed ginger pudding was fantastic. All dishes were explained very well. Waiting time between starter and main we considered too long. We didn’t meet the chef unfortunately (only at check out of the B&B the next morning in another role).

My wife and I were on holiday staying at a cottage in lovely Elgol and I came across the reviews of this B&B and restaurant before we travelled. As a holiday treat we booked a meal one evening at Coruisk House. A small menu but Wow, what quality and service to echo all the other great reviews. Yes it may be a little pricey (3 courses around £50) to but you get what you pay for. Clare was professional and charming and as we had travelled from West Sussex where she lived, we had much to talk about. As well as the wine we can recommend the huge selection of gin! A lovely treat for us that was worth every penny and added to our fab holiday memories of Elgol and Skye. Thank you Clare and Iain.

For our 3rd visit to Scotland and Isle of Skye we decided to seek out the very best restaurants. Coruisk house falls within that category. It seems well regarded with locals and has a great reputation for using fresh ingredients. The presentation is simple but the flavours were wonderful. It is a small restaurant, limited in size but that gives the restaurant an intimate feel. Well worth a visit.

Ian and Clare - thank you! Superb food, a beautiful room (and, my goodness, that bath!), and extensive knowledge of walks, tours, galleries and things to do in the area provided with obvious first-hand knowledge and great enthusiasm. Ian’s home-made muesli was the best we had the whole trip (and beat the Three Chimneys). Clare’s excellent wine recommendations were spot on, and well researched. Really amazing and very personalised experience.

My wife and I had a lovely meal. Food was really excellent, very classy. Only slight negative was the place was really quiet despite four other tables dining, perhaps some light background music would help with that.

Because of all the positive reviews, we were really looking forward to our visit to Coruisk House, but we left quite disappointed. We felt the choices were limited, and the meal, for what we got, was overpriced. Yes, it's a nice place but we didn't feel that we were really made that welcome. I'm not sure if it wasn't our type of place or, if management thought we didn't fit the guest profile. Location is lovely.

A priori cet établissement a tout pour séduire : situé au bout du route traversant des paysages parmi les plus enchanteurs de l'Ecosse, ce restaurant propose une cuisine à base de produits frais locaux. Malheureusement les plats qui étaient à la carte ce soir là n'avaient rien d'exceptionnel : bien que préparés avec soin ils ne présentaient guère d'originalité. L'addition s'envole vite avec les à-cotés.

Die Chefin und ihr Mann bekochen nur wenige Tische. Dies aber umso liebevoller und deliziöser, als man an solch einem entlegenen Ort meinen möchte.

Amazing location, Excellent accommodation and Gourmet food.

We attended a wedding party here and the evening meal we enjoyed was faultless. The attention to detail was first class.

Just returned from a few days on Skye and this was much the best place both location

A small family gathering of 8 were beautifully accommodated by Clare and Iain at Coruisk House on their last evening of the season. They were happy to oblige our food preferences of scallops and venison. The restaurant was beautifully furnished, warm and inviting. The meal was not rushed and started with Clare's own home-made bread. The first choice of white wine to go with the scallops was not available but Clare's recommendation was spot on to go with double-dived Sconser scallops with a mint beurre blanc. Local Skye venison then followed, beautifully tender and delightfully presented. A lovely meal, beautifully served and could not be faulted.

Before we book a place we normally look at the TA reviews including any negatives ones. Before booking here we did the same and can honestly say that we did not recognise the place described in the poor reviews. From the moment you enter and the warm welcome this place is a gem. The location near to the end of a 15 mile single track road might not be for everyone but, for us, it actually enhanced the whole stay. This is a small boutique hotel with only very few rooms - ours was well appointed and very comfortable. Dinner is a must with short menu of wonderful choices based upon mainly locally sourced produce (I believe the menu changes most nights, though we only stayed one night); breakfast was equally divine also with home made breads. Clare, the owner along with her husband, was lovely to chat with about their story and the locality. Whilst there, go down to Elgol harbour the start/finish point for sea trips and a landing port for local fisherman

My partner and I visited Coruisk House for 3 nights and had a phenomenal time whilst there.

Stayed here for three nights and ate in every night. Really good locally sourced food. Scallops, venison, lamb and fish. Very good wine list. Will recommend to friends coming this way. Service very friendly. A highlight of our three weeks on the West Coast.

We went for dinner on our way back to Torrin.

Our first visit to Elgol and we booked in for three nights in the newly created Steading.

This restaurant is staffed by the couple who own it and it is clearly a labor of love and fun. Located "at the end of the road," you get here by taking a 14 mile drive from Broadford, past the Cullins, grazing sheep, tiny cottages and splendid loch views. The menu is somewhat "set," offering a choice between 2 main dishes which are based on seasonal locally sourced game, fish and/or fowl. The price is about 2/3rds of what you'd pay at Kinloch Lodge or The Three Chimneys (the superstar class that Coruisk House belongs in) and the portions are more generous. Two of us had venison (melted in your mouth) and the other two devoured the fish. The restaurant offers both a very nice "house" select wine and an excellent, limited, listing of finer wines. Spacious, lit with twinkling lights and candles, whitewashed and decorated with natural, neutral bits of this and that--all very personal. Service was perfect, friendly and quiet. The courses were paced for leisurely dining, no rushing. Everything about Coruisk House has been chosen to please the eye and the appetite--the owners are dedicated to making great food and pleasing their diners. They clearly love what they do, making it a total treat to spend time (and money) here. This one IS worth a journey!

We stayed three glorious nights with our gracious hosts, Clare and Ian. The location is in a spectacular setting on Skye, with magnificent views in every direction, but especially toward the Cuillens which are just northwest. Our room, the cream room with the iron bed...

We had a delicious meal in Coruisk House. Claire is passionate about her restaurant and keen to inform re: menu and wines. Lovely, quiet, relaxed atmosphere despite front of restaurant being busy - so good to be able to chat without lots of background noise....

Fue la primera casa Courisk y se puede que nos alojamos en nuestro primer viaje a Skye Lewis y Harris. Llegamos tarde debido a nuestro coche se rompiera en Glasgow y tuvimos que esperar para alquilar un coche! ! Habíamos reservado para la cena a...

Fine dining on Skye. From starter to dessert, we couldn't fault the food. And the bottle of wine (recommended by Clare) complemented every mouthful. A super experience!

I just want to say ignore the two recent ridiculous reviews below these people clearly have no appreciation for quality food and service. The fact that the menu is limited is testament to the conviction the owner Claire has in the quality and execution of the food served. From booking to leaving the whole process was both friendly and efficient and during the meal interaction was perfect with nothing to complain about. In my reviews I always like to leave some constructive criticism however on this occasion I simply cannot find anything to say that would improve upon the perfection I experienced. Whilst on the island we ate at Three Chimneys and Scorrybreac in Portree both very good. Claire is clearly passionate about baking which is great to see and I wish her all the best in her bread making courses. The friendly Labrador is also lovely if you are lucky to meet her. The bill was approx £137 for three courses, wine, whisky and beers for two people. Great value and a memorable evening. We were staying in Mary's Cottages next door which was lovely to walk back to.

A disappointing experience all around. Menu was too limited and not always well executed. No vegetarian option. Service was erratic and confidence misplaced. We were not made to feel welcome.such a shame.

We booked this B&B as we eloped and got married on the shores of Loch Coruisk, with an Independent Celebrant, her husband and a photographer. Please do not let this review put you off getting married there, as the location, and literally everyone we met, made us feel welcoming and amazing on our special day. However we cannot say the same for the customer service in the B&B itself from the owner Clare.My partner and I are pretty laid back and don't let things get to us so we just brushed the bad customer service off but it left a bad taste in our mouth, and would not wish it on anyone else either as a guest or married couple.We arrived the day before so that we could be up early for our wedding. We first came across one of the owners "Clare" (apparently it's Clare and Iain, but Iain never made an appearance to introduce himself as the chef). The owner wasn't nasty, she had a smile on her face and explained it's a more "homely" experience they are trying to create rather than a strict B&B/restaurant. We booked well in advance (months and paid up-front), but when we showed up she didn't know what we were actually there for, and had to look it up. Making us feel a bit awkward as we were a bit nervous in the first place, and overall pretty unwelcome, as if we weren't the kind of clientele she wanted for her B&B.We got shown to our room, it was a 4 poster bed (I know, you can't exactly complain) but the left hand side of the bed seemed to be broken and I felt like I was sleeping in a hammock. I brought this up when my partner was getting her make up done the next day from a makeup artist (who again was lovely) with the owner but she said it's because the cottage is sloped? But no invitation to actually resolve the problem, and just ignored it!We knew from researching that we would only have 2 options for main meals (non vegetarian) so this didn't come as a shock. So on the first night there was 3 tables, with people sitting at each. But it just felt awkward as if we all had to whisper as there was no kind of background sound (i.e ambient music, piano music, or even sea sounds if they wanted it to be a sea food restaurant). This just created a tense, weird atmosphere. The next morning, I ran down the stairs to tell Iain who I found in the kitchen area to tell him that my partner doesn't like runny scrambled eggs, he said this would be fine, however we got runny scrambled eggs anyway. Everything was handmade as Clare pointed out as she was preparing bread quite a lot of the time we were there, and it kind of felt like she cared more about the bread than us.As you'll see from their website they do say no dogs, but they have a black Labrador, which is fine with us. But at no point did they ask my wife if it was ok for the dog to click my partners legs whilst the makeup artist done the makeup. Which again is just simple customer service.So our wedding breakfast request was ignored. Surely the wedding meal would be better. We were given the option of seafood or steak. We both chose steak but I don’t really like horseradish or beetroot which is the sauce which came with the meal. So I just asked if it was possible to have some HP sauce (I know it’s not glamorous, but we only had two choices and we knew she had it). But she refused to give us the sauce, and to be honest made us feel like common idiots for asking. During our meal she came back and said it would be ok, but by that time I had already pretty much eaten the steak.Some friends and family also called up to pay for some added extras. My uncle called and paid £20 for us to get their cheapest bottle of wine, and if we didn’t want it, just to put it towards the meal. Another two friends called and one bought a £60 bottle of champagne and another £50 toward the meal. We never got told my uncle wanted to put it towards a bottle of wine so the owner just decided it would go towards the meal and never told us about it. She also got the two messaged mixed up from our friends (how is this possible I don’t know?).We also had our water glasses removed from our room the second night, therefore we had no glasses to drink out of for wedding presents we had been given (not sure if we were aloud or not but no one told us).For our wedding meal I couldn’t deal with the silence, so a brought a very small speaker and some quiet music, so we didn’t have the same awkwardness as the night before, so was told “they don’t have the licence for that, so we had to turn it off?” It wasn’t even loud enough for anyone to hear.We can make the best out of any situation, and customer service costs nothing (even though each meal is roughly £100+), so we found the owners attitude appalling and want to warn everyone, especially anyone who are getting married there just to pay out slightly more to stay at an establishment a bit nearer Broadford; honestly it will pay off.And last of all when we left when coming to pay the bill, she included the cost of staying at the B&B. But my partner had to embarrassingly explain she had already paid this months ago. And instead of the proof she wanted to show her she had to go check her own records then came back and told us we were right. The only good thing about the service was a woman called Christine, and she was fantastic! She made us well welcomed and cheered us up when we felt a bit upset about the way the owner treated us. Well done Christine. Clare….you have a wonderful establishment, but please put your customers first.

Possibly the best food we have had the pleasure of enjoying. the attention to detail and taste is exceptional. Excellent service and a friendly and comfortable place to stay. Thanks so much Clare and Iain for a lovely few days.

We had a great time at Coruisk house! The waitress was very friendly and we got a nice table in the main room, next to the window. We ordered 2 mains, once fish, once meat and for desert a pudding and cheeses. The meals were very good and tasty, although a bit pricey, I think.The atmosphere was nice and calm without any music. If you book make sure to be seated in the main room with the windows because the back room is darker and not that charming. Definitely recommend the food!

We had a truly wonderful meal last night. We had eaten at the 3 Chimneys last week and whilst this was a fabulous location and food to match Coruisk House is a quirky but perfect dining experience. The atmosphere, staff attitude (warm and hospitable), menu choice and presentation were absolutely stunning. Lobster brûlée with crab ravioli as a starter was a spectacular creation but so simple; Halibut with cauliflower couscous and mussels was delicious, and the mascarpone sorbet was literally orgasmic. Thank you Claire and Ian we will certainly be back.

Paramos en este lugar el sábado 6 de agosto. Llovía mucho y fue el primer lugar que encontramos en el camino para comer algo. Aparcamos el coche y nos dirigimos a la puerta. Antes incluso de que nos diera tiempo a entrar en el lugar, salió una señora y de muy malos modos y con una educación que brillaba por su ausencia, sin ni siquiera saludar, nos echo del lugar diciendo que tenían un evento dentro y que nos marchásemos. Con esta desbordante amabilidad de los dueños/empleados no tenemos otra opción que recomendar a todos los posibles clientes que eviten este lugar. Si al menos hubiesen puesto un cartel en la puerta nos habríamos ahorrado el mal trago, aunque creo que no les hubiera costado nada ser amables aunque el restaurante estuviese completo. Tratando así a los clientes no les veo mucho futuro con el negocio. Saludos

My husband and I visited Coruisk house while staying in Elgol. The food was outstanding and we loved the friendly and relaxed atmosphere. We are already thinking about returning, possibly to stay in one of the rooms - I imagine the breakfast would be superb and, judging from our time there for dinner, the hosts could not be more welcoming! Thank you for a lovely evening.

Took our wedding party to the Coruisk House and we were blown away by the staff, presentation, and of course the food. It was BEYOND delicious. Wish I could come here weekly if I didn't live across the ocean! The view is to die for being just beside the ocean, and well, the entire afternoon meal was so peaceful we needed coffee to keep the energy going. Thank you Coruisk House. I will be back again

Seldom have I visited a restaurant that offers the comprehensive experience that Coruisk House does - from the hospitable welcome by the lovely co-owner Clare, through the furnishings that exude subtle good taste, to a menu that embraces fresh produce only, prepared by Clare's partner Iain. Two of our party started with the Lobster Brulette, followed by the Sea Bass as our main course. The tired member had Mussels to start and Venison as his main course; all the dishes prepared and presented to perfection. None of us had room for desert, but the menu looked tantalising and next time I'll be sure to leave room for desert and perhaps even stay over in one of the rooms upstairs.Do not pass this way without sampling the exquisite cuisine of this gem of a restaurant, but be sure to book well in advance.

The food was sublime. Dishes were scraped clean. The service was excellent. I cannot recommend this lovely little restaurant enough. The only downside is that the food was so good, the poor dog got no small snack that I usually bring home. I ate everything. A lovely end to a lovely holiday.

Suivant les conseils que j'ai trouvé sur tripadvisor, j'ai demandé une réservation pour ce restaurant 2 jours avant.Je suis donc allé sur leur site web pour demander une réservation. J'ai ensuite reçu un mail "main contact form" de leur site reprenant l'ensemble de ma demande. Sans autres nouvelles de la part du restaurant, j'ai donc considéré ma réservation comme validée.Je me suis donc rendu au restaurant pour m'entendre dire que je n'avais pas de réservation car je n'avais reçu qu'un "requirement form" et que normalement elle contacte les personnes pour recevoir leur n° de carte de crédit et ainsi confirmer la réservation.Soit cette personne est incompétente et ne sait pas gérer son propre site web, soit elle n'a pas volontairement pas répondu à ma demande.En plus comme le restaurant est au bout du monde, il n'y a pas d'autres restaurants dans le coin, vous restez donc sur votre faim.En conclusion : évitez ce restaurant où la cuisine est peut être bonne mais accompagnée surement de mauvaise foi.

Service, presentation, and facility were all excellent, however the food was not up to par. The fish was served with two very bland and fatty sauces, accompanied by basically a dressed up hash brown, the sum of which left a greasy after dinner sensation. For the £25, a better and much cheaper meal could be had elsewhere.

Don't worry about first impressions when you arrive. Overlook the Upvc conservatory. Don't worry about the ill fitting mdf bedroom doors forget the hostess warning you about keeping off this and that even though the place needs a good clean. The food is AMAZING and the wine is sumptuous. End of story.

It was lovely to meet Ian and Clare, who before we arrived, had already been prompt to respond to any queries and had been extremely helpful. They were friendly and hospitable.We settled into our cosy, beautifully decorated, excellently clean bedrooms and then enjoyed choosing one of several gins to go with tonic prior to one of the best meals ever! We thoroughly enjoyed the relaxing unhurried start to the meal and certainly did not expect the excellent quality of Ian's home cooked food with fresh ingredients to be so fantastic. It was absolutely delicious, inventive and his passion for good food shines through. There was also a great wine menu and attention to detail. After a truly comfortable sleep and a thoroughly enjoyable breakfast with more of Clare's yummy home made bread, Clare took the time to help us plan our day. Later, we were very happy and excited to return for a second evening meal (with fresh choices) and were made so welcome and comfortable. We left feeling contented and well cared for and will definitely be back.

My first impression of this little restaurant down a windy one track road in Egol was chatting to Clare via email and phone, not only had she responded promptly with such a welcoming tone, she also went out of her way to accommodate my booking, and somewhat troublesome party of 6! My second impression was of the restaurant itself – the atmosphere, the décor, views and welcome were all absolutely perfect and the place itself is almost as beautiful as its surroundings.A quite, leisurely meal with a calm, soothing atmosphere was perfect after a long trip from London to Skye, it whisked us happily away from city life. The food however, far exceeded the quality of many restaurants I’ve eaten in big fancy cities and I would say it was on par with the likes of Hawksmoor. The wine Clare suggested perfectly complimented the meal, her homemade bread exquisite and every course (yes we had three) divine. You could tell the ingredients were fresh and each dish made from scratch to order.Not only was the food amazing, you’d be hard pressed to find that quality of service anywhere. Clare took the time to chat to us about the best walks in Skye and took an interest in the fact we were there for my partners 30th birthday.Even if you’re not saying in the south of Skye, this restaurant is worth a visit. Much more so than the three chimneys which IS Michelin star!

Keine Chance für Möchtegerne-Gutesser. Hier trifft sich, wer wirklich gut essen möchte, hier auf der Isle of Skye. Ich sagte zur Chefin: "This was the best meat, what I ate on the Isle of Skye" .. dabei habe ich nicht übertrieben. Die Hauptspeise war ein Filet vom Beef, aber mit Ochsenschwanz-Stücken gemischt. Wohl deshalb erklärt sich auch der intensive Geschmack der Sauce, die ich wohl nie vergessen werde. Als Vorspeise gab es eine Brülé vom von Langustinen und Hummer. Bravissimo!Ok, ich lege eins auf. Selbst die Three Chimneys müssen sich vor dieser Essenskunst verbeugen. Über die Jahre waren wir mehrfach hier essen, eben, weil es so gut ist. Nicht unschlau ist es, dabei in den Häusern von Marys thatched cottages zu übernachten. Die ideale Kombination!Ich lege nach: Wohl das allerbeste Steak, was ich jemals gegessen habe. Ein Maßstab, der hier am Ende der Welt zelebriert wird.Tipp: Unbedingt vorbestellen, da es tatsächlich nur wenige Plätze gibt. Nur auf diese reduzierte, nachhaltige Weise, entwickelt sich das besondere Flair und das Restaurant wird nie überlaufen sein :-).

We stayed at Coruisk House at the end of March and enjoyed a fantastic meal! Small menu reflects how fresh all the produce is. The dishes we selected were packed with flavour and cooked to perfection. Food combinations were interesting and worked really well. Atmosphere is really cosy and Clare is a lovely hostess. Breakfast was superb with home made granola, bread, preserves , freshly squeezed orange juice etc.Will definitely go back on any future trip to Skye.

We had a very special dinner here. The drive to Elgol is beautiful, and the dinner that awaited us was amazing. Everything cooked from scratch from the bread to the ice cream. I had crab brulee with lobster bisque for a starter. So delicious. That was followed by lamb that was perfectly prepared. For dessert, rhubarb parfait wrapped in white chocolate and served with vanilla drambuie ice cream. Wow!! Coruisk House has a wonderful wine list for such a small restaurant. The service was warm and friendly. We will be back the next time we are on the Isle of Skye.

We have eaten three times at Coruisk House. The food is of a consistently very high quality and tastes sublime. The wine list is excellent and Claire is very knowledgeable enabling her to suggest wines to complement the food perfectly.The menu is limited so you know that the food is fresh and freshly cooked. Table bookings are staggered to ensure that every dish gets Iain's undivided attention. We have never yet managed to eat three courses but will keep trying!Food allergies are understood and can be catered for.The service is discreet and our needs were almost always anticipated.

My husband and I loved this restaurant. I contacted Clare about dining and we were hoping to dine after our Misty Isle cruise and prior to making the drive to Portree. We were able to make this work and are so glad we did. The service was impeccable and the food was positively delicious. Clare works hard to source fresh and local ingredients. My scallops were perfect. Clare is kind and hospitable and we really enjoyed our conversation with her before and after our dinner. A truly special and memorable dinner.

This outstanding restaurant will be worth the visit any time. The warm welcome and unhurried style of service means that you can relax and enjoy your meal without concern that someone else wants your table. This allows you to speak with the owners, hear about the source of the food, all of which is locally sourced. We enjoyed two meals during our two week stay and were overwhelmed by the quality and care of the food provided. Every course is a delight and each will have a little taste surprise for you to savour. If you have opportunity, ask for a few loaves of the artisan bread baked on sight and ready for collection a few days later. Whilst situated on a single lane road (from Broadford to Elgol) make the journey it is well worth it. We hope to return soon.

We spent two nights at Coruisk Inn during our honeymoon and absolutely loved it! Claire and Ian (and Reggie, their sweet dog) were wonderful- very warm and welcoming. Our bedroom was charming and the guest sitting room was the perfect place for an after-dinner whiskey. The best part of Coruisk House (and that is saying something) is by far the food! We have travelled extensively and dined at many Michellin star restaurants. However, we both agree, the food at Coruisk House was the best we have ever eaten. From the mushroom soup and homemade bread, to the salted caramel ice cream and brownies, we were in heaven. Every day was a new delight for our taste buds. Claire was also kind enough to make us sandwiches to take on our boat trip. It was simple - some lettuce greens, fresh bread from the oven and some brie but somehow it was the best sandwich we can remember. New York delis are now ruined for us. We can not wait to return to Coruisk House! Thank you so much for a wonderful stay.

Anyone running a restaurant at the end of a 15 mile single track road deserves respect! Anyone doing it and producing superb food complemented with a great wine list and a wonderful welcome deserves to have every success! The food here is excellent..... I have had one of the best meals I have ever eaten out here tonight! Brilliant...... Well done Clare who looked after us superbly - and Ian (who I spoke to when booking but didn't meet). Small and personal and let them know you are coming 24 hours in advance you will not be disappointed! Loved it!

We wish we could go more often - Clare and Ian provide a wonderful welcome, and a true refuge from the cares of the world. Add to that Ian's cooking - better than ever! To anyone who is thinking of eating or staying at Coruisk House, do so immediately - but make sure there's room for us!