Deveau's Brasserie in East Lothian

This restaurant has been a family favourite for years. The food is always excellent and the venue and the staff are fantastic.

We thought we would try here for lunch for a change from dining in Edinburgh. Having only been here for coffee and drinks in the past we didn’t know what to expect. What a find!! From the fabulous North Berwick and Damson gin martinis to start with it only got better and better. Beautifully set table with fresh bread and an iced jug of water waiting on our arrival. Slow roasted borders lamb with mash, buttered leeks and red wine jus was to die for. In fact my partner went as far as to say it was the finest plate of food he had eaten in a long while. Cranachan cheesecake was simply melt in the mouth and the 3 cheese selection was superb, beautifully ripe and at perfect room temperature, served with delicious homemade oatcakes. Coupled with a fruity bottle of Malbec and coffee and mints to follow, I could not fault it. The service was exemplary. Lovely knowledgeable waitress and all the staff so friendly and helpful. Finished our wine and coffee in front of a roaring log fire. I cannot recommend this highly enough. If you want the best Sunday lunch please visit the Direlton Arms - I can assure you won’t be disappointed.

We have visited this place quite a few times but not since the pandemic.Dirleton is a picturesque village worth a visit for its castle,village green and walks.The restaurant is part of the Open Arms Hotel and always serves unpretentious well cooked food made from local identifiable sources That hasn’t changed but in addition the hotel has adapted to the current health crisis to provide a secure safe environment .that sounds very cold but service has always been warm and friendly and that hasn’t changed

I have eaten here many times over the last 2 years and without fail the food has been excellent. The menu changes regularly and is always interesting varied and very reasonably priced The staff are very welcoming friendly and helpful and definitely deserve a special mention.

Although we live in Edinburgh ,my wife and I hadn;t visited the Open Arms for 30 + years. On a visit to Nort Berwick yesterday we stopped for lunch. Great choice . We were received warmly ,good menu excellent customer service and food and overall good value. At the end of lunch we were offered coffee in the lounge -a nice touch. We will be back ! Hotel spotless and well run -loos immaculate. Well done.

We had our dinner in the Library which was delicious. We all enjoyed our food very much. From canapés, starters, mains and dessert every mouthful was delicious There is a great choice to suit everyone.

We eat out a lot when we stay in North Berwick. My cousin especially wanted to try the Open Arms and we were not disappointed. All three of us had different dishes and all were excellent. Beautifully presented, generous portions. My chicken with haggis on sweet potato mash was possibly the tastiest thing I have ever eaten, and my cousin said the same of his sea bream with samphire. Good reports on the steak pie with black pudding too. We all had the same dessert which was rhubarb and apple pie with ginger Ice cream. Coffee and mints rounded it off, Service was prompt and friendly, can’t wait till our next visit to East Lothian now!

Lovely restaurant with delightful decor in shades of lilac and tartan. Really interesting & varied menu that features seasonal & local produce. I thoroughly enjoyed my three courses of tasty prawns, beautiful lamb and a delicious salted caramel creme brulee. Service is attentive without being intrusive. Highly recommended.

We hadn't been to the Open Arms for several years, but on a lovely sunny day, there are few better spots in Scotland. A very decent lunch menu offers an excellent choice of superbly prepared food along with an interesting wine list. Friendly and knowledgeable service and a lovely decor add to the dining experience. Add to that one of the most beautiful villages in East Lothian with a superb mediaeval castle and you have the perfect venue for a delightful lunch.

Lovely dinner in the Library. Varied menu and all very good as was the service. Lovely feel to the hotel - very much like a country style hotel with quiet ambiance

We always visit Deveau’s whenever we stay in North Berwick. It’s about a 5 minute drive away and well worth a trip, particularly for a cheap n cheerful early bird supper. Food quality is excellent- there are plenty of choices to suit every preference, and usually Scottish specialities are represented in the menu. Dress code is smart casual in this elegant country house hotel. No loud music, the atmosphere is refined and family oriented. Try it!

We popped in for lunch today. Were offered bread but no butter. Great start. The table next to us had finished their lunch when they were offered the tartare sauce. Inspite of making eye contact with the serving staff they were too busy gossip to take order. Service/food glacial. When it finallly arrived, the pasta dish was tasteless and some of the chips were cold in the middle, although they looked well cooked (reheated?). On top of this, we were overcharged. The serving staff said could not see the problem. When I explained there were only two of us and not three the penny dropped. Bill was rectified. It would seem as though staff were not trained properly. Will not return.

This is s wonderful Scottish restaurant ! Delightful menu and fantastic environment. We ate in the library with bookshelves and gold memorabilia. Before dinner we were served cocktails and reviewed the menu in an adjacent room. We had filet mignon and bass which were perfect. Experience was memorable.

Been before and enjoyed and had another excellent meal. Good value early evening deal. Blade of beef lovely and tender ,cod good as well. Really like when places have good selection of homemade desserts as this place has - plum tart and strawberry and caramel mousse both delicious! Will return.

Our first visit. Popped in for a late lunch and were given a warm welcome. A good menu made better by a version with clarifications on what is and isn't suitable for those requiring gluten and/or dairy free. Friendly and prompt service, comfortable chairs and surroundings, a lovely view, and the lunch itself was excellent both in terms of quality and value for money. Whilst there is light music it was very much in the background and did not intrude. Would definitely return.

Wonderful service, beautifully presented meal, great location, lovely setting. What more could one want?

Every time we visit North Berwick we book this restaurant which is not in North Berwick but the pretty village of Dirleton, about 5 mins drive away, - food is of a very high standard and staff always pleasant & welcoming. Service is attentive without being intrusive. If we lived nearer we would probably eat here more often!

Had an excellent evening meal here. Pleasant surroundings, with an extensive menu, and very good food.

Visited the Open Arms on Saturday night for a meal in Deveau's Brasserie. Meal was absolutely wonderful and the staff were all first class. Very attentive and nothing was any trouble. Lovely relaxing lounge to sit in before or after your meal.

Deveau’s is a relaxed and friendly place for a meal, good selection of dishes on the menu and reasonable prices.

Dined here while staying in The Open Arms. We had a wonderful meal for 2 all of staff are very attentive and there is a lovely atmosphere in the restaurant.

We had not visited before so this was a pot luck choice whilst staying in North Berwick. Lovely seat by the open fire for drinks first and then shown through to our table. Excellent food , well presented and great service . Coffee back in the lounge. Most enjoyable.

Llevé a mi marido y los niños a la Deveau's Brasserie hoy para su almuerzo de cumpleaños. Hemos comido allí varias veces antes, ya sea con amigos, en nuestra propia para el día de San Valentín o con la familia para el día de la madre. Las comidas son siempre muy bien presentado y sabor increíble. Siempre recibo un excelente servicio del personal. Después puedes caminar por la comida con un castillo de Dirleton, pasear (que hoy) o si el clima es mejor, en la playa yellowcraig. Como alternativa la cena libro, apareció un poco temprano y sentarse delante de la chimenea en la biblioteca. No soy un bebedor de whisky, pero de acuerdo a mi otra mitad tienen una buena selección de whiskys de malta. No puedo recomendar este lugar!

very comfortable and elegant with good service and a wide menu choice at a reasonable price.We will certainly return

Excellent value 2 or 3 course menu for lunch with lots of choices from the main menu, using a good variety of local produce. Lovely food, good service, nice ambiance. No wonder the restaurant was busy for a mid week lunchtime in February.

Mi marido y yo vamos allí en cada oportunidad. Hemos probado muchos otros lugares en East Lothian y Edimburgo, pero tengo que decir que no se puede superar la comida y el servicio en Deveau's Brasserie. El menú es variado, y no me decepcionó.

El menú es amplio y variado y quedamos totalmente a elegir, así que pasamos bastante tiempo estudiando por las bebidas antes de la cena.

The menu is varied,so you can try different combinations.The only problem is,if you like the first thing you try you may stick to it.Liked the meals very much,something to suit most appetites.The full Scottish breakfast sets you up for the day and probably tomorrow too.Fantastic foot,go for it.MJB

Intentar ir en un día, cuando el sol brilla y este hermoso pueblo está en su mejor momento. Este es un buen restaurante en todos los sentidos

Always made welcome by attentive staff. Good choices on the dinner menu. They also do Early Bird. Comfy lounge with log fire (in season)--Good spot for aperitifs or after-dinner coffee.

I have had so many great meals here, I thought it was about time I left a review. The food is outstanding, menu always offers something seasonal and different alongside the classics such as fish and chips, so you know there will always be something for everyone. Attentive staff and a lovely lounge area that you can sit in before and after dinner for a drink. My favourite part is the private dinning room which we hired for six of us for a special birthday, great setting to go with the wonderful food.

The Open Arms is a no-nonsene, good-food sort of place with friendly staff, responsive service, gracious surrounds and a lovely view across a small green to the castle. It is particularly nice to sit in the comfortable lounge debating one's menu choices whilst savouring a gin and tonic. My only disappointment on this visit was a lack of cask conditioned beer. Perhaps it's a cellar restriction... With this small omission rectified I would have been very happy indeed!

Went for special Mothers' Day menu. Excellent choice of courses for a reasonable price. Really enjoyed the meal overlooking the 13th Century Dirleton Castle. The young waitresses could not have been more helpful but unfortunately, the older gentleman who took our order was rather off hand, a fact which was commented on by every member of our party. Despite this, the food and surroundings could not be faulted.

Comprehensive menu which should suit everyone's tastes. Would rate quality as excellent with top service from all staff

Our party arrived at Deveau's Brasserie for dinner at 8pm. The welcome was not particularly friendly. The surroundings are very nice and a lovely lounge to adjourn to for coffee. I opted for the battered haddock and chips - this was ok. Others in the group had the blade of beef and the lamb. The cheese selection was very good with a nice Dunsyre blue and local smoked cheese. As a group we found the staff quite forgetful with drinks forgotten and also coffee. Overall a lovely setting but staff need more training in hospitality. One good thing is the locally sourced produce.

Dinner bed and breakfast at the Open Arms is a real treat, the food is far and away better than I have experienced at a hotel before. The dinning room is always busy with locals.

Visited for the first time today and had a lovely meal. I had a lamb dish and the meat was so tender. I don't remember the last time I enjoyed eating out so much. Staff were very welcoming and the service was good. Would not be able to find fault with any part of the meal. Will certainly return sometime soon.

Nice little restaurant, mainl visited by locals. Attentive staff, working hard to keep up with the customers. I had a blade of beef with dauphoise potatoes and my wife had chicken and roasted potatoes. Both were really good, unpretentious but flavorful and well presented. Worth a visit and the beautiful little village and the castle ruins make it all the better.

Excellent! We had an overnight stay too!The restaurant was welcoming, the food was well cooked and presented.The price was amazing for the quality, service and location.The room was exceptionally clean and comfortable and the cost was well within budget!

Had lunch on Saturday . Excellent menuu with an extensive choice and really good value. The service was excellent and the staff are very bright, cheerful, efficient and friendly. The quality of the food is excellent and all three of us really enjoyed our meals. This is great value for money, my main inparticular - breem served on a bed of rissoto was superb. The fish cooked to perfection and the rissoto was spot on.Enjoyed ourselves thoroughly and the decor in the brasserie is very pleasing

We love going here for a quick lunch or dinner. The set menu is such good value for money x and the view is lovely too!

Visited again for a Sunday lunch. Food was excellent as always and attentive friendly service. Everything is always carefully served by staff who obviously enjoy being there. Nothing is too much trouble and their attention to detail is superb. Hope to visit again before too long. A wonderful establishment

Sunday lunch. No welcome, just a gruff. "Have you booked?"We had. Menus and water banged down, spilling on table, it felt as if we were a unwelcome inconvenience. Food was bland, and both sea bream dish with overcooked pasta at base and unset vanilla creme brûlée, which are admittedly subtle, had no flavour at all.I decided not to complain at the time, as my elderly mother was enjoying her roast lamb dish and this was supposed to be a treat for her. The staff were busy and rather austere, certainly not deriving nor instilling any pleasure, it all seemed so functional and rather joyless.

Prompt and friendly attention, tea and coffee and delicious scones with jam and cream, in a pleasant setting. We''ll come again soon, probably for an evening meal.

A family visit - they have come here for family celebrations for many years - it was my first time.The restaurant was nicely appointed and the staff were very attentive and helpful.The menu was fairly extensive, however my meal was very average, and at least one other guest did feel the same.Although we did not visit any of the other 'outlets' areas, they did look very nice.

Fabulous restaurant with excellent staff. Very calm and pleasant atmosphere. Food is 1st class with a varied choice. Looking forward to a return visit soon.

Excellent and reasonably priced Sunday lunch with a very varied menu for all tastes including a special request for the grand-daughter in attendance.Recommend booking unless happy to sit/eat in lounge, which is very good but low level seating.

I always enjoy a trip to Deveau's and this time was no exceptionExcellent value for money first of all with both good service and local ingredients. This time I tried their "Beef steak" pie and liked it a lot. You can also have a pleasant walk around Dirleton and make time for a trip to the Castle , if you want to walk off your dinner ! In addition they also have a very good looking private dining room for special occasionsWill be sure to return

A lovely Sunday lunch in Deveau's. The food was excellent and beautifully presented. The staff were wonderfully efficient and friendly - couldn't have been better. It was Fathers' Day so it was a busy Sunday but the usual high standards were maintained regardless. All this and excellent value as well.

We ate here a few nights ago and had a super meal.We were welcomed warmly and taken to our table immediately .Freshly baked bread and chilled water were brought to the table within minutes while we looked at the menu .The food was delicious ,a fresh salad with artichoke hearts to start for me and a crayfish salad for my husband .We followed with chicken stuffed with haggis and a lamb dish ,both very good and served on very hot plates .Desserts of an apricot cheesecake and a berry pannacotta finished off a truly first class meal .

Visited with my daughter and parents. Great value with 2 courses for £15.95. Delicious starter of chorizo, sea bass and potato salad, followed by main of chicken breast and spring onion risotto. Lovely bread served, my daughter swapped potatoes for home cut chips, mum had 2 starters it was great. Dad got soup which was good but he admitted an unadventurous choice from the good menu. His lamb was also slightly fatty with my daughters being pure meat. Will be back though

We return to East Lothian often to visit family and our trip would not be complete without a visit to the Open Arms. The name of the hotel says it all, that's how you re welcomed and we have never had a bad meal, never had to send anything back or don't even remember having to ask for anything. Even being asked if they can take your coat is a lost service elsewhere!We all love the range on the menu, it maybe takes us longer to select than else where, as there are so many favourites and always something new too ,to tempt us with.Another constant at the Open Arms are the very hot plates, we love it, always hot food, never luke warm, we smile and laugh about it, family joke else where when we re let down.We worry about the day when our favourite East Lothian restaurant changes hands , consistently superb, please don t change.

My husband and I visit Devaux's regularly and it is one of the most consistent and excellent restaurants in East Lothian in terms of the food, service, ambience, and attention to detail. Beautifully cooked dishes made with locally sourced produce, fresh bread rolls, and a great wine list.

My husband and I were treated to this by a friend - we had previously eaten in the Library which was wonderful but we received the same level of service in the Bistro. The menu gave a reasonably good choice. However I was violently ill later that evening as my main course included a cheese made from sheep's milk. Although the menu named the Italian cheese it did not mention it was the variety made from sheep's milk as there are different milk's used for this cheese! Yet the cheese board gave quite a good description of the cheeses thereon. I enjoyed my meal at the time but my allergic reaction spoiled the whole experience when a bit more information could have avoided this!

We went with my Mum and Dad to the Open Arms in Dirleton for a late lunch today. Gorgeous food in a beautiful setting. We had a variety of starters: the special crab and pea risotto; crayfish tails and melon and mussel stew. All delicious. My Dad and husband both had the special of pheasant wrapped in ham, wild mushrooms in a cream sauce and sauté potatoes-divine!! Mum and I both had the shoulder of lamb, carrots, gravy and gratin dauphinois with mint sauce - perfect! We then relaxed with coffee in the lounge - I could have fallen asleep I was so content! Fantastic value. I would thoroughly recommend dining here

This brasserie restaurant attached to the Open Arms Hotel in Direlton has become a regular choice for reasonably priced high quality meals. The staff are always welcoming and friendly and create a relaxed atmosphere. The menu is extensive covering meat, fish and vegetarian options. We have never experienced a poor meal and each course is well presented. At lunchtime there are usually attractively priced offers. Today we selected their lamb which had obviously been slowly cooked to create a succulent and tasty dish. The vegetables were perfectly cooked. The desert menu was also attractive. We selected mini apple strudels and vanilla ice cream. Coffee is served in the comfortable lounge. We would recommend it to anyone wanting quality at an attractive price.

Deveau's is a the restaurant for the Open Arms in Dirleton, a very tradtional-looking Scottish hotel across the village green from the castle. It is in a part of the country we very much enjoy, and we turned up for a post-Christmas Sunday lunch without booking. The lady on reception said they were very busy, with a 50-seat function in another part of the hotel as well as a full restaurant, but after checking with the Owner she found us a table. We were fortunate - during our lunch we noticed quite a few people were turned away. Our order was taken and after starters of smoked salmon, and a medley of prawns and melon, we enjoyed the blade of beef and, unusually, a chestnut and cranberry Wellington. The food was delicious and attractively presented, and although the kitchen was clearly very busy, there were no great delays. Sadly we were too full to tackle the impressive dessert menu, but instead took a very relaxed coffee in the hotel lounge, all leather sofas and open fires - could have stayed all afternoon!It was clear that a lot of our fellow diners were locals and regulars, always a good sign for a restaurant. From the outside the hotel looks as though it might be a bit formal and stuffy. It is not. As far as the restaurant goes, it is thoroughly enjoyable quality experience.

We had Lovely run down from Edinburgh although a tad rushed after opening loads of presents but made it in time for 12pm the time booked for lunch.We had a refreshment before perusing the menu and shown to our table in Deaveau's.Staff are always helpful, efficient and friendly.The conservatory was beautifully decorated.For starters I had their own smoked chicken, Fennel and Celeriac salad pomegranite and orange dressing and my husband John Dickson Oak Smoked salmon and smoked trout terrine with caper dressing..Both delicious.As my husband was driving he had mineral water and myself a glass of prosecco. For the main I had the Roast East Lothian Turkey their own stuffing, kilted sausage, bread sauce, creamed potatoes and tomato fondue and my husband salmon, spinach and goat's cheese filo parcel.By this time we were full and as usual a doggy bag for the dog was asked for.For dessert my husband had christmas pudding with brandy sauce and myself home-made Brandy snap tuilles.We then retreated to one of the many lounges for coffeee and ChristmAS CHOCOLATES AND MYSELF A LIQUER.We then took the dog a walk and drove back to Edinburgh to visit friends and family.A lovely lunch as usual and no faults at all,We will certainly be back during the year when it is not so packed!!

Attentive but not stuffy staff, lovely food nicely presented. Excellent selection of whiskies for afterwards

A group of 6 of us celebrated 2 family birthdays over Saturday lunch in the charming private dining room which created a lovely sense of occasion. It was just perfect; the food was very good without being intimidatingly pretentious, and suited all appetites. Staff were excellent and were there when we needed them but otherwise unobtrusive. Well worth the drive out from Edinburgh to this pretty and relaxed East Lothian village. Very well chosen by my daughter: I only wish I was going to have this same big number birthday again....

A nice welcome from the staff upon arrival. The lounge to sit in and look through the menus and choose what you want! Then through to your table set with Glass's for water and your own drinks sitting waiting on you. Then your first course arrive's looking fantastic and tasting fantastic as well. Your main course arrives with little trouble and looking great and tasting great too. What to have for desert!!! A nice quantity of sweets to choose from. Then coffee in the lounge. No hurrying take all the time you want during meal and coffee. A very nice relaxing fantastic meal. Well done to all the staff at the Open Arms Hotel Dirleton. East Lothian.

Abbiamo mangiato alla Deveau's Brasserie durante il nostro recente viaggio in Scozia. E' la migliore scelta della zona, includendo North Brewerick, Dunbar e St. Abbs. Buon menù, servizio cortese ed efficiente.Prima delle 19 e' possibile usufruire di un menù con due portate a scelta per 15 Sterline!!! Cibo molto buono e piacevole ambiente.Ottima scelta. E' consigliato prenotare.

We had an early evening dinner last Tuesday - restaurant was busy despite being early in week and not main season yet. Excellent value on early evening deal and unlike many early evening deals you can choose from whole menu ( small supplement for some dishes) Smoked trout mousse was lovely and light,beef and lamb tender as they should be and also good choice of desserts.Speaks for itself that we have booked to go back this week!

Another fantastic evening at Deveau's, great food, service and value for money. We have been patrons for many years and have never been disappointed by the quality and excellence on offer. A highly successful evening to celebrate a milestone birthday and to offer good luck and best wishes to our oldest grandson who leaves us at the end of this month to join the Army. Thanks to Chris and all the staff for the perfect family evening.

Super menu, with plenty of choice to keep everyone happy. Kids menu provides smaller portions of really good food for younger folk. The views from the Brasserie over to the castle are lovely, particularly if you catch the evening sunlight. The Steak Pie is the best I've had in years!!

used to go here a lot for occasions but hadn't been for a while but pleased that quality of cooking remains high and good produce is always chosen

The Early Bird offer here is great value and very tasty. The way the noise works in the room, it can be a little quiet, but the quality of the food is delicious.

We often visit this restaurant for lunch. The staff are very welcoming and the atmosphere is relaxing.Their offer menu is good value for money and the quality of food is of the highest order. Unlike many lunchtime menus there is a wide and interesting choice of meats, fish and vegetarian options and I have never had a meal that was not enjoyable. The quality of their suppliers ensure that they are using only the best products, The staff make every effort to ensure an enjoyable visit.

My wife and I come back here again and again and we have never been disappointed. My wife and I went for lunch with a couple of friends to introduce them to one of our favourite places to eat as they had never been before and we were yet again delighted with our food and the friendly yet polite and discrete service the staff have always shown. We all had the starters and main course and three of us had wine (Sauvignon Blanc and a Carignan - delicious!) and two of us had sweets. We ended our meal in very civilised comfort, in the lounge, where we sat in deep armchairs and settees in front of a log fire to enjoy our coffees and mints; the coffee again was excellent- just right, full of flavour, but on no account bitter to taste.All in all an excellent lunch for £110 in total. Not bad at all !

To get away from the hustle and bustle of main Edinburgh we decided to take a drive down to this hotel which we visit regularly to have lunch and also book for Christmas day lunch which we had received the menu for.When we left Edinburgh it was a lovely day but coming into the coast there was a mist but the sun shone through just as we were arriving at the hotel.We reserved our Christmas lunch at reception and then went into one of their comfortable lounges for a refreshment and perused the menu.We then went into Devaus the conservatory and managed to achieve a table at the window looking out to the castle and green.My husband chose the venison which he told me was excellent with a side dish of various vegetables and potatoes and I chose the haddock and chips and side salad which was fresh and excellent.My husband chose an excellent wine to wash the meal down and we then had the eten mess for dessert.The 'ladies' were spotlessly clean as usual.Of course a doggie bag was taken out for the dog.All staff were friendly and efficient as usual.We have never been disappointed at this restaurant and looking forward to Christmas although quite far away the bookings go fast.We then carried on to North Berwick to give the dog a walk and the sun was out and tide out and hard sand to walk on.The bass rock stood out really well and no tide covered the numerous rock pools with crabs etc. The calmness was very soothing.All in all it was a lovely day.We shall be back before Christmas of course.

We had lunch there for 4 people on a lovely Summer's day ,and it was a very pleasant experience overall.Dirleton itself is a small quiet village [near to Muirfield if thats your interest ] and a short drive from both North berwick and Gullane.There is a fine old castle opposite for a walk/explore after lunch with attractive gardens. You can quite easily fill the afternoon here as a result.I have eaten here before ,albeit sometime ago , and we found it to be a fine choice for a quiet ,civilized lunch. Service was good and there are a wide range of choices on the menu. There did seem to be a tendency to use local produce which is something I always like. So in all we enjoyed our trip here and would come back.

We had dinner here whilst staying at the hotel. Having had dinner in the library the night before we were a little surprised to see a lot of the courses repeated on the bistro menu. The bistro was full and there was a pleasant atmosphere. Food was Ok and we had a pleasant time but on balance i think that we prefer the library to the bistro.the staff were friendly and we had the opportunity to speak with the owner who is very hand on, which shows, as the service was excellent.

The restaurant is very nice and clean with pretty seat covers. The service was friendly and there were no incidents. Two people in our group had starters and they both looked tasty and interesting. My main course was penne pasta in a spinach, tomato and cream sauce and ,although it was good, it was far too filling. All the other main courses were praised at my table. You get complimentary bread before you meal. You are invited to have coffee in the lounge after your meal. The toilets were plush and carpeted and there is also an intimate evening restaurant.

Deveau's Brasserie at the Open Arms Hotel is a must when visiting the area. Good food everytime. Liam and his staff just know how to make your night enjoyable. Relaxing pre dinner drinks in the lounge and return there afterwards for coffee.

This place is odd. Very odd. One of the waiters was wearing a scruffy zipped cardigan and trousers that were absolutely filthy around the pockets. His clothes were so totally out of place that it was hard to concentrate on the food.Main courses were disappointing - overcooked and a bit mean. And the portion of vegetables was positively stingy.Desserts were hit and miss.The service wasn't too bad. Efficient but lacking any real warmth. Were they glad to see us? Hard to tell. But probably not. Did they wish us good night? Not exactly. Actually not at all. Would I go there again? No.And as for that waiter's clothes. It was so bizarre it was funny.

The worst dining experience for a long time. 3 waiters dressed in black. Not one asked if we were enjoying our meal. No one at hotel reception at start or finish. Truly forgettable; such a disappointment .

Good value 2 course lunch at £15, friendly welcoming service and they were also baby friendly although a changing table in the toilets would be helpful. I recommenf the raspberry and honeycomb sundae for dessert.

The area around North Berwick and Dunbar offer numerous castles and connected parks. Some are just ruins such as Dirleton Castle others are still inhabited offering limited visitation such as Haddington's Lennoxlove. The Open Arms Hotel is right in front of Dirleton Castle. Besides offering a highly praised hotel (which we did not stay at) the hotel also offers a Deveau's Brasserie which was a truly pleasant surprise.Everything at Devaeau's was outstanding. Courteous and competent staff, well thought furnishing (the tables are wide allowing you to place a camera on it while dining. There is a wardrobe so your coats and other things will be looked after for you. I tend not to let my camera out of my sight not due to lack of trust as much as you never know when a photographic opportunity may present itself.Beer and ale once again to drink. Fish is first rate clearly caught that same day. A chowder like soup which in itself was a small meal. Great meat. If the hotel is as good as the restaurant it is definitely worth a stay. The bill was reasonable for what we had. Most certainly a place to return to. Well done.

Ive had lunch here twice in the last 2 months. On both occasions the food has been delicious and the service excellent. Yesterday I thoroughly enjoyed the smoked pheasant and sundried tomatoes starter from the specials menu, mustard crusted lamb with potato dauphinois, spring green and side vegetables and plumb crumble with clotted cream icecream. Special mention to the vegetables, something which can often let a meal down. Not here. The green beans, cauliflower and clapshot were delicious.

We went for the early bird dinner which offered 2 or 3 courses @ special rates.The food & service was excellent & we had no issues at all.We requested a table by the window & were given a nice table, however I noticed that some of the tables for 2 were very small, so if you book put a request in for the larger table size.

Have dined here quite often over the years. The food is always good, as is the choice on the menu. The staff are attentive and helpful.

not so up market as the library and cheaper than the library with a greater variation of food from soup to puddings wine list is different and smaller but still compatable with menu

Good set menu. Well priced and really tasty! Wine was nice and it was a very inviting atmosphere.

Odd little eatery in a beautiful village. Staff seemed bored and disinterested. Main courses were ok but reminiscent of that supper you cooked for yourself last Tuesday. Puddings unexpectedly delicious. I won't be hurrying back to this dour little establishment but if you do decide to give it a try, keep your expectations low and you may just be pleasantly surprised.

after receiving a recommendation from a friend, we booked a table in the Brasserie. On arrival we were made to feel like the staff wanted to go home and couldn't wait for us to leave despite them agreeing that 2pm wasn't too late for lunch. After further hostilities, we paid for our drinks and left without ordering. We will not be returning.