Links House at Royal Dornoch in Highland

We were staying at Links House for a couple of nights and had our wedding anniversary dinner in Mara. The service from the moment you enter till you leave is simply superb and really does enhance the experience. The food was delicious and we had difficulty in choosing what to have as all seemed so appealing. I appreciate previous comments about the cost but it's not really 3 courses you are getting when you consider the tasters etc and the quality is first class We will be back.

A wonderful restaurant for a special occasion. The staff and the ambiance made for a perfect evening. The complimentary venison croquettes and the chef’s sourdough were an added bonus. The hand dived scallop crevice, turbot, cod and sumptuous desserts made it a night to remember.

What a disappointment. Four of us went for dinner expecting a lovely meal, but sadly it didn’t deliver. My husband & I enjoy tasting menus and dine regularly in top rated restaurants and we hoped that Mara restaurant would deliver the usual quality we have come to expect. Unfortunately it was overpriced and I can honestly say the entire meal was well under par. 3 courses for £90 - but the main course is not even a complete dish as sides are extra at £7.50. Our South African friends (who were staying at Links House) are used to top quality hospitality and they agreed it did not come close to what they expected. The next evening we dined at Luigi’s in the town centre and, for a fraction of the price of Mara, we all enjoyed a wonderful meal. It could just have been an off night, but certainly not a patch on Three Chimneys on Skye, Martin Wishart at Leith or Andrew Fairlie at Gleneagles. We are happy to pay for a delicious dinner as long as it is value for money. This fell way short in our opinion.

This restaurant styles itself as upmarket, with a £90 per head fixed menu. It was comfortable but certainly not luxurious, with the food selection and quality lower than may reasonably be expected for the price. It is clearly trying to cash in on the association with the well known golf course right outside the door.

The fresh, well-prepared, and super tasty food was easily matched by the professional, friendly and attentive service. The freshly baked bread with pumpkin seed-infused olive oil was a surprise stoundout and the the risotto with wild garlic and peas was mouth-watering! You don’t need to be staying at the Links House @ Royal Dornoch to enjoy a standout meal but definitely make reservations. Many thanks to the staff.

Well, probably the nicest meal Ive had in a long long time. Also, the most expensive. I expect to pya for quality but this was extortionate. Place is beautiful and service impeccable. We had 4 gins and 2 tonic waters. A bottle of red (£57) & 2 espresso martinis 6 oysters 2 fillet steaks with chips and broccoli 2 deserts - carrot cake and chocolate mousse. Total bill £315 - Im used to London prices but most I've paid for similar (at Zedel's Leicester Square) & that was £220

Non c’è moltissima scelta a Dornoch, ma questo ristorante sarebbe comunque top anche in qualunque metropoli. Ci si chiede come sia possibile avere una qualità così alta in un posto così isolato. Abbiamo cenato più sere essendo ospiti dell’hotel. Menù limitato, questo sì, ma ogni piatto è molto molto particolare e buonissimo. Pane fatto in casa e vini eccezionali. Hanno un primitivo di Manduria eccellente e nel nord della Scozia è tantissimo.

Thi's restaurant is surely a contender for a Michelin star. I cannot fault any part of the meal we enjoyed and will remember fondly for a long time. Superb, Mara, well be back.

We had the 4 course menu and I think it was one of the best meals I've had anywhere. Locally sourced produce beautifully presented and very filling. We did the matching wine parings as well, also excellent, maybe glasses a bit too large judging by my head the next day. I didn't think any of the courses we had were overly complicated or artistic, there was no foam in site, no smoke of rosemary under a bell jar and I've seen both before. Just quality produce cooked to perfection. I certainly didn't leave hungry either. Staff were friendly and informative, made us feel welcome. I guess some folk may find friendly people off putting? It is fine dining as you would find in many places across the globe, portion size, prices and experience reflect that. It may not be for everyone, but these two British people enjoyed it immensely.

This restaurant operates with a level of presumption which stretches credulity; their style of decor and service might suit many foreign guests but most Brits may find it touches on vulgarity. On the positive side, the staff are invariably helpful and welcoming, even though they appear to have been trained in the art of obsequiousness. The food is delicious and carefully cooked, even if the portions are modest and the prices eye-watering. May the Lord preserve us from young chefs, anxious to make a name for themselves; they tend to offer dishes with presentations more akin to an art installation than a meal, invariably as minute portions of a bizarre concoction on an immense plate. One option stated it contained Dill - it did, but as a frond no bigger than a finger nail. If you like great tasting food in very small portions served by fawning staff and regardless of cost, this is the place for you. As someone once said, “people who like this sort of thing will find it just the sort of thing they like.”

The Staff at this restaurant were professional and new their menu , they were very friendly and could not do enough for us. The food was first class and cooked to order . The cost of the restaurant is not cheap but worth every penny. The menu is limited but is superb.

This was a surprise - didn't expect such a high dining experience or to find that the nearby gold course was one of top 5 in World (and I am not a golfer). Staying in the area, little is made of this excellent restaurant and small hotel. Staff extremely friendly and knowledgeable, food locally sourced and amazing. Expensive meal, but worth it!

This is probably the fanciest dining experience in Dornoch. The restaurant is truly beautiful. The service was top-notch, and the food matched the atmosphere. Beautifully presented and delicious too. Everyone was happy with their meals. You might want to change out of your golf shoes for this place, it is elegant.

A fantastic restaurant with a fantastic team. Food was simple, but excellent & the wine list is very impressive. Enjoying a post dinner whiskey in the Library was a great touch. Highly recommend.

Absolutely fantastic! Food sublime, service exceptional. A foodies haven. We were staying locally in our touring caravan and decided to treat ourselves for a special meal. We'll, I could stay there for a week - don't think my waistline would thank me though! It's a bit of a hidden highlight of the area. Set menu each day using locally sourced, in season ingredients.

Absolutely an amazing hidden gem. A must if you are in the area. Food was out of this world. Service was superior. Great place to enjoy drinks and a meal.

We booked Mara as we were booked for my birthday treat into the Links House Hotel. Last time we stayed, Mara was closed due to covid restrictions, so we were excited to finally get to eat here. Can I first start by saying, all staff at this hotel are fantastic - welcoming, attentive & helpful? Something you do not encounter often in this world. We started with a beautifully presented small breadcrumbed 'coconut' puff ball (apologies, I cannot recall the exact name!) which burst into flavour when popped into the mouth. There then followed what can only be described as 'poetry' in bread form - the chef's home-made sourdough bread, with butter flavoured with sea salt & honey (light as a feather) and roasted pumpkin seed oil. Wow. I could just have continued with the bread alone. An amuse bouche in the form of smoked fish (again I cannot recall it's exact name) with caviar and presented on a bed of leeks, was delightful. My husband had the beef short rib for starter, I had the salmon, which was paired with exquisite little pieces of apple. A palate cleanser followed - apple & celery sorbet - again, clean, sharp and wonderfully flavoured. Main course - we both had the chicken, again beautifully presented, some of which was folded into savoy cabbage, in a lovely jus. I had a selection of local cheeses plus the hotel's own honey and fig chutney, husband opted for the chocolate dessert which he advised was lovely. One of the nicest meals I have had. Can't wait to go back tomorrow night!

We were staying in dornoch with my son playing golf and wanted to get something above a pub level. This place looked god for that. It was all while the menu didn’t have any beef meet which must be strange for a pace there but there was meal of the day that was fillet steak. Both of us went for steaks… i have to admit the food and compliments were good - very decent freshness and quality. The meat was mildly scented while not too much… The reason the experience is terrible is that when we get the bill there was extra 25 gbp for steaks. I politely requested why it’s extra to 80gbp (160 for 2) for 3 course menu and got a very vague answer. Then we were presented with the bill without that item. At the same time we were told that we had been informed it would be an extra charge which was complete lie. I requested the original bill of 291 gbp and paid that as i would rather make the point that it’s a small scale sham operation without proper overseeing of the management than accepted the smaller bill. If i am lied into my face and misled about the reason and then the whole personnel look like a bunch of small children misbehaving when you explain your point it’s extremely obvious of what is going on. I am attaching two bill that i have and honestly advise the hotel and restaurant owner to do full scale audit there.

Exceptional locally-sourced food and impeccable service in comfortable, classy surroundings. Shetland oysters were as good as any I've had in France, even Gillardeau. Discovered some South-African gems with the wine-tasting menu. Innovative tastes, without being too fussy. I'm not a fan of too many tastes being crammed onto one plate, so congratulations to the chef for getting it just right in my opinion. Enough space between tables to maintain privacy. On a different level to anything else I've experienced in the north of Scotland. I look forward to my next dinner there.

The food was superb and the service very good - attentive but not intrusive. The lounge is very comfortable and the restaurant decor very pleasing. But the real star was the food.

If you’re looking for a Michelin experience, you may want to look somewhere else. If you’re looking for a good, overpriced meal in a nice setting with great service, then this is your place. We decided on the four course tasting menu. The food was all cooked nicely, however the seasoning and flavors were all over the place. The food was either very under seasoned or very over seasoned. The dessert crème caramel was way over-smoked. The wine was so incredibly expensive and overpriced, we didn’t bother. The saving grace was the service. We were not alone in our dissatisfaction with the meal. Several tables around us were having the same discussion we did. I did reply to the email from the restaurant asking for my feedback. I gave them an honest reply expressing my disappointment, but never heard back from them. I specifically waited a week before writing this review to see if they would respond. I won’t go back and if you’re reading this, I’d give it a miss. There are plenty of wonderful places to eat in Dornoch and the surrounds where you won’t leave feeling ripped off and disappointed.

Located within one hundred yards of the Royal Dornoch golf course this restaurant delivered an exceptional dinner. The staff, without exception, were personable and professional, the conservatory setting was very pleasant and the three course meal (a tasting menu was offered) was beautifully presented- and...

Wow! What a place and dining experience. As non-residents from entering the building to leaving we felt completely relaxed and ‘at home’. We were shown into the library and shortly after presented with a glass of champagne each, shortly followed by the haddock amuse-bouche. Our...

Let me say I expect when a restaurant makes a mistake they either fix it right then and there or not charge you....Mara failed on both of these issues. Our dinner started off awesome with an attentive staff and two glasses of Champagne. And they...

We ate at Mara on the recommendation of some relations whilst staying at the Dornoch Castle Hotel. Wish we had stayed at Links House. The place is very comfortable and the service is friendly and unobtrusive. THere is nothing pretentious about the restaurant but the...

Fantastic meal for a wedding anniversary with lovely food and great service. We were offered a glass of champagne each and a little dessert to share as compliments for our anniversary.

Wonderful dining experience from start to finish. Not rushed and made to feel very welcome. Drinks in library to start whilst browsing menu. Lovely atmosphere in restaurant itself and subtle decoration. Every course from start to finish was superb including bread and nice touch at...

What a fabulous place. The food was incredible. My husband had the best sea bass and venison he has ever tasted. Everything was beautifully presented, fresh and delicious. The staff were very friendly - especially Phil who was incredibly helpful. It is not cheap but...

Excellent service with an attention to detail. Superb Michelin star quality food beautifully presented by knowledgeable staff. The only downside is that we live nearly 700 miles away!

Superb cuisine offered in the Links House. Mara is beautiful and intimate thanks to a creative room design and subdued lighting that give the tables a very private feel. Service is understated yet outstanding, the wine list exceptional, and the food extraordinary. The beef filet,...

We had a fantastic meal at Mara last year for out wedding. It was during uncertain times with covid and in the lead-up, we were kept up-to-date by staff. The food was incredible, and the staff made our evening even more special. Our families raved...

The Fish and lamb were not from a quality source You are trying to be too Scottish .Wine over priced. Lamb so fatty it was not edible .Tagletolli under cooked in fact raw.The seatrout was farmed and coloured using coloured feed ie prawn shells in...

We arrived 15 minutes early and were shown to one of the lounges for a pre-dinner drink. The room was stunning, attention to detail exceptional e.g. sporrans as tie-backs on the curtains. The General Manager (Phil) came and introduced himself and went over the menu...

We were disappointed with our visit to the Mara. Its claim to be “The Finest Dining Experience in the Highlands” would appear to be rather pretentious based on our experience. The restaurant décor is pleasant but we were seated near the entrance and door to...

We recently visited the Mara restaurant and sampled the Tasting Menu. Firstly there was a delightful Amuse Bouche - the Haggis Bonbon was light and crunchy, if this was a taste of what was to cone then we would not be disappointed and indeed we...

My wife and I enjoyed our visit to this restaurant which very clearly has ambitions to offer a fine dining experience of the highest standard. We enjoyed the amuse bouche and canapés, withe duck tartare being the stand-out. We chose two course from the a...

The food experience is great. We chose dishes we would not normally have tried , Highly recommernded.

Dined in Mara twice and both evenings we had the tasting menu. Would strongly recommend that you book the restaurant when you book your accommodation.

Ate here during our stay in Dornoch. The food was absolutely delicious. I thoroughly enjoyed the homemade bread, amuse bouche, canape, main and dessert. Compliments to the chef. It is not cheap but it is very lovely to eat. The dining room is lovely and...

We visited Mara last week for the first time and what a wonderful experience. The staff were so friendly the outset and so knowledgable about the food and wines on offer. We went for the ‘non tasting’ menu which I think is a great offering...

The fine dining restaurant at The Links House Hotel was an evening of relaxed luxury with superb & accomplished cooking with attentive & professional service from a welcoming young team. Equally, the comprehensive wine list was an added bonus. Select from an A’la Carte menu...

We visited Links House to celebrate our wedding anniversary. On our arrival staff were both friendly and helpful. We had the tasting menu and accompanying wines, the meal was fantastic as were the wines. It was a nice for the chef to also come out...

Tasting menu is really good and fantastic value. Good ambiance, lovely staff, in a great setting. The non tasting menu had plenty of choices. Cheese board was excellent.

I have been a couple of times in recent months once for a birthday meal and once for an afternoon tea. Both experiences were fantastic. If you want a treat and somewhere nice to go in the Highlands I can think of nowhere better. Service...

Visited again on New Years Eve for the 3rd time in the last 2 years. The hotel itself its elegant and has a lot of potential. The food served in the restaurant has always been seasonal and well thought out, but there clearly seems to...

Special night,special venue! Once again delighted with our experience, ambience,food choice and service really exceptional, not only our international friends eating there but locals there as well,must be good!Violin playing once again added to the enjoyment of the evening, well done to all! Back soon!

The best afternnontea I 've had ( sorry Claridges you are now number 2). Gorgeous room, beautiful service. A thoroughly wonderful time.

We recently had dinner at Links House, following the advice of a local person. The restaurant has a nice dining area and a cosy lounge. The starters were good, in particular the one with langoustine was very taste. The big disappointment come with the mains....

Wir haben 4 Nächte im Links House verbracht und waren dreimal im Restaurant essen. Die Suite, das freundliche und kompetente...

Very nice meal in this restaurant beautifully prepared and presented. We let the sommelier choose the wine for us and that was a very wise idea as his choices complimented the food perfectly. Fine dining at a very reasonable cost. Will go back.

From start to finish my son and I had a delightful meal and experience with Phil Scott and his wonderful team at the Links House at Royal Dornoch. We enjoyed the seven course tasting menu and each course was a treat and blended seamlessly together....

We couldn’t have been happier with our experience at the Links House restaurant. My husband and I are still talking about the halibut and sea trout we had. It was amazing! Really, everything we had over three days was extraordinary— together with the view, particularly with the evening light in northern Scotland, and the impeccable service , the experience was perfect. Thank you

Attended twice. 1St time chose from the a la carte, 2nd the 7 course taster. The staff were warm, friendly and attentive. Phil, the sommelier, chose the wines to accompany the dishes. His knowledge is extensive and his enthusiasm unbounded. The food was amazing! It is pricey but strangely we felt it was worth it.

Just beautiful. Everything wonderfully appointed. We couldn’t have enjoyed it more. The day trip with Alistair Kennedy was so fun, we saw things off the beaten path. Right next to Royal Dornach golf club, I walked one round with my husband, but his second round, the room at the Links House was so nice I just curled up in the scotch plaid oversized club chair and read books. It is a rare place when you don’t want to leave your room.

Wow, this is a secret gem in the Highlands. Our first time, this weekend will definitely return. Its all been said already on TripAdvisor by other guests but I'm going to say it again. Lovely calming atmosphere from the minute you walk in the door. Love the interior decor. Genuine, sincere friendliness of staff with excellent service. The food is amazing. If your golfing (but you dont have to be) then you are right on the door step of the Royal Dornach Golf Club. (Be sure not to confuse it with other hotels also adjacent to the golf course). Lovely in the summer but would also be cosy hideaway in the winter with several log fires.We stayed in the Carron - lovely room. Small and very popular be sure to plan and book in advance. Thank you so much

Wonderful dinner , each course was outstanding. Price was 55 GBP / person which included a bottle of wine for 2 people. Service and ambiance were great. One of the Best places to eat in Scotland. Reservations weeks in advance are a must

I booked Links House after stumbling across it online whilst organising a trip to the Highlands to celebrate my wife's birthday. I particularly liked the look of the menu so was looking forward to visiting.

Besøkte Lunks House at Royal Dornoch på forretningsreise. Vi tok 7 course menyen med tilhørende vinmeny. Helt fantastisk, maten ble ypperlig balansert opp mot vinene. God forklaring fra kelnerne. Rolig, fin og luksuriøs opplevelse. Anbefales på det varmeste.

When enjoying any trip to the Highlands of Scotland you will know you are visiting a very special part of the world. If you're lucky enough to find yourself in Dornoch and even better have the chance to enjoy the dining experience at Links House, you are in for a truly outstanding experience.

What a meal. What a place. Can’t speak highly enough of this venue. Stunning decor, fresh, friendly and subtle service. The tasting menu that all 6 of had was astounding, especially the Skrei cod dish and the dessert. The entire meal was faultless and I expect the Michelin star is not far away for these guys. Although we were there only 1 night it was superb.

Six friends enjoyed the taster menu and the service from the staff on duty.

this is the absolute best dining experience in Sutherland--end of story!!! the attention to detail and the calm and discreet service in a refined country house setting are out standing

We were twelve for a special occasion. All at the one big table , great relaxing evening , great welcome from very professional staff, the whole evening was a great success , we were very well looked after. Every course was a success, very good choice of beautifully prepared and presented local food, chef got well deserved applause at the end of a fantastic evening.

Truly fabulous food & service. Always a treat to see Fraser who runs the show with great experience, polish and charm (hard to come by in the Highlands). The selection of cakes and savouries are first class, in both quality and quantity. We look forward to returning soon.

We've been to some great hotels in our time but the Links House Hotel is up there with the very best. We were at Dornoch Cathedral for a dedication and stayed just one night at the Links (we wished it could have been longer). There is not one thing I could fault. The staff were amazing and nothing was too much trouble. The afternoon tea was a glorious spread and the meal at night truly delicious. Our room was beautifully appointed and spacious with a little lounge area and the ensuite with the walk in shower was luxurious. Everything you could think of was provided including soft fluffy bathrobes and slippers and a good sized TV. The room looked out over the golf course and it was literally less than 5 minutes walk into the town. We can't wait to return. It's just a pity all hotels aren't like this one.

Everyone complimented the food, it was superb, the service was exceptional, well co-ordinated and ensured all 22 of us were promptly served at each course.

We had a wonderful meal here on our last night in Dornoch. The service was excellent and very friendly. The cocktail list was interesting and our server was very helpful and informative. The menu selection was very good and the food was delicious. The atmosphere and decorating was beautiful. We were able to see some of the rooms too which were beautiful. The only complaint is how warm the fireplace made the room. It was beautiful but at times uncomfortable.

The hotel is stunning. Everything has been done to the finest detail, and Fraser the host was genial and courteous with humour and wit in the correct quantities without being invasive.

From the moment we arrived, the staff at Links House made us welcome showing us into the library for pre-lunch drinks and allowing us to study the menu at leisure before leading us to our table next to a roaring fire. The food was exquisite - I chose a starter of cheese & leek tarte tatin, followed by melt in the mouth beef with duck fat roasted potatoes and topped off with lemon tart for dessert. All in all a wonderful experience, which we look forward to repeating.

Had a great three night stay at Links House while playing golf at Carnegie Club, Royal Dornoch and Castle Stuart. Stayed in the Evelix Suite on the second floor of the Glenshiel building. Room was very comfortable and cozy, while having every amenity. Staff is very accommodating, and common rooms are excellent for having a pre-dinner cocktail or watching the Ryder Cup on TV. Overall, an excellent place to stay with a great view, beautiful surroundings, convenient location and capable, welcoming staff.

Best food and service in Scotland. Frasier is quick witted and a pleasure to have at your service. He will also pick a great wine for you!

Every aspect of our experience was 5 Star. The staff was friendly, attentive, and genuine. The atmosphere was elegant and relaxing. The view was beautiful. The food was creative and delicious. The flavors in the dessert were so delicious and rich, it is something I will remember for a long time. Ever detail was meticulously designed for the best experience. Do not miss if you are in the Dornoch area.

Links House defines fine dinning - this is undeniable. Food is excellent, staff and service is excellent, setting is fabulous, menu is great... what more do you want. Wait, how about following all the little details of dinning and serving people down to the little know detail that you never, EVER, take away a plate from the table until everyone at the table is finished with their course - a detail that is lost at most restaurants. It's not cheap but well work the $$ and I highly recommend!

When you attend any restaurant you always have the think about the environment you are in and Links House is a "luxury" place to stay or eat, therefore you expect things to be high end and not have the same expectation as a greasy spoon.

This restaurant offers a traditonal old fashioned experience with values of customer service that confirms you are their prize asset. However, that traditonal experience is very well brought up to date; it is neither stuffy nor elitist, but instead offers a friendly cosy atmosphere where you feel totally relaxed and appreciated.

Visited on a Tuesday evening in July. Welcome very good, drinks good and reasonably priced. Canapés were well presented and tasty. My salmon and crab starter was again tasty and we'll presented the pork looked great as did the scallops. The seafood main was delicious ( said the wife) the halibut again looked great and apparently was superb. I had the aged fillet great piece of beef along with sauce and veg, if I have one slight observation the braised oxtail was lost on the plate, but that doesn't take away from the dish. Sweets were great as was the local cheese's with port and a sweet wine, my biggest recommendation is I will be back.

Professional service, friendly welcome, the tables are widely positioned. Very tasteful food, nicely served. The best food in town.

Dining at this hotel is an absolute delight. From the moment you arrive until the moment you leave, you are looked after with courtesy and care. We had the taster menu, which the chef kindly adapted for our pescatarian friend, and we felt it compared favourably with taster menus at Michelin starred restaurants we had eaten at elsewhere. The quality and attention to detail here are unsurpassed and we hope things dont ever change.

My husband and I booked afternoon tea here and WOW ! where do I start ! The whole experience from start to finish was wonderful. Beautiful surroundings and very friendly attentive staff. We eat out regularly and have been many different places for afternoon tea but this excelled all expectations. From the smoked salmon sandwiches, local crab croissants, refreshing little rhubarb jellies to the sumptuous scones and cakes everything was a wonderful explosion of taste in our mouth. The lovely lady who looked after us parcelled up all the cakes etc which were left (12 items in all) to take home. We thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience and highly recommend this lovely place.

Fraser the Manager/Bartender is an absolute gem and the staff around him is excellent. All very accommodating and hospitable!

Links House is a class act-it must be the best in the Highlands- and as locals we can't wait for it to open each season. New Chef (JP is a hard act to follow)new menus and some new faces front of house-and this was their opening night.

Visited this restaurant as a non resident. Booked our table for 6.30 pm. When we arrived it was not clear where to park or where the restaurant actually was. We found it eventually but parked in the golf club car park rather than the restaurant car park. No problem and when we walked into reception no one asked our name but took us straight through to the lovely seating area next to a roaring log fire, perfect. Lovely waiter extremely friendly and attentive and not to intrusive. Handed menus and all looked lovely approx three choices for each course but no price listed anywhere and no explanation as to how the menu worked what was or was not included. I only knew the cost from looking at trip advisor 58.00 per head which was fine but if you don’t use trip advisor you would have no idea of price and you should not have to ask. In any event we ordered wine and chose our menu choices. We the received two canapés each which were lovely but served in a huge pudding type bowl, way too big for the canapés not great presentation. We were then taken through to the restaurant. Lovely ambience and great large tables. We were offered home made warm rolls of different flavours and three choices of butter, all gorgeous. Starters of steak tartare and lobster bisque gorgeous. A mixed leaf salad followed and then main courses of venison which was great just perfect. We were offered still and sparkling water which were served from bottles and kept behind a small bar in the restaurant. Desserts not my favourite but well presented. We were then offered coffee again no explanation if included in set menu or not and we retired to the cosy seating area we sat in initially. The coffee was average, nothing special and just as we finished some chocolates arrived, again served in a huge pudding bowl. It would have been better to serve the chocolates with the coffee not after. We were then unsure how to get our bill and eventually got some attention and requested our bill and also asked for the remainder of our wine as there was over half a bottle left as we had hardly touched it. The waitress did not seem keen to bring the wine but arrived quickly with the bill and card machine. I have to say we were shocked to be charged 8.00 for water as this was certainly not made clear on ordering. I must make it clear it is not the cost at all but transparency to customers is key and we should have been told that coffee, water not included but chocolates, canapés and salad intermediary was. Very confusing. Again we had to ask for our wine which was embarrassing and not what we expected. It took the shine off an otherwise fabulous night. Don’t expect customers to know what the score is a simple explanation would suffice. When I spend 170 pounds on a meal for two I expect impeccable service, food and overall experience which we did not get. The food however was great.

Booked a table for dinner with my husband. From the moment we arrived, enjoying a glass of champagne in front of the fire to the very end it was a wonderful night. The food was amazing and the 2 people on duty got it just right. Real attention to detail and very welcoming. I can’t and don’t want to find fault with this. Good value for money as well. Will definitely return.

Came here for birthday treat. From the moment you go in the front door until you leave it is so special!

Just had the most fantastic meal and evening I have ever had. The whole experience from start to finish was unbelievably amazing. I cannot recommend this restaurant enough. Absolutely fantastic

My wife and I dined here as part of a special treat - and it certainly was. The whole meal was a fantastic experience - beautiful presentation and full of flavour. Chef trained with Albert Roux and it shows. Links House is a welcome addition to high quality accommodation and dining in the North of Scotland. Well worth the trip.

We had the most amazing dinner. The food was incredible. Would highly recommend to anyone in the area. Atmosphere & staff were brilliant. Thoroughly enjoyed our evening.

After having toured all over Scotland for the past 15 years or so I can safely say Links House restaurant is the best dining experience I’ve ever had. Chef JP puts together thoughtful dishes using the finest locally sourced ingredients and does not hesitate to stop by your table afterwards to discuss his creations and interests/requests for future nights dishes. Was especially impressed to find great vintage Barolo’s and Brunello’s that paired beautifully with the amazing tenderloin one evening. Have to say the daily craft gin selection and post dinner honor single malt bar were also well appreciated! Melissa and her staff were attentive, mindful and looked after our every need. Can’t wait to return!

Recently stayed at the Links House for several days of golf with friends. The kitchen produced consistent and high(est) quality food. We had one special dinner with a superb selection of wines (my knowledgeable friend was quite impressed with the list). The hotel is fantastic but I would make the restaurant a destination onto itself.

Outstanding food and service! The waitstaff tended to our every need. Great wine list. Very special place for a nice dinner in Dornoch.

Nos hospedamos en Casa y enlaces una reserva para nuestra primera noche y disfrutamos el ambiente, la gente y la comida. La selección de vinos nos dio una buena variedad de precios y marcas para elegir. El menú nos dio una muy buena selección de campos y cada uno satisfizo nuestras expectativas. El chef salió y tomó algo de tiempo con cada mesa.

We hebben hier weer een totaalbeleving gehad. Mooie gerechten met verrassende smaken. Het restaurant biedt ook nog hospitality op het hoogste nivo in een omgeving die pure Engelse smaak uitstraalt. Later met de kok (Jon Paul) gesproken en hier straalt de passie voor zijn vak vanaf. Nu nog weinig plaatsen ( een 16 tal ) maar volgend jaar volgt uitbreiding.Een restaurant (kok) om te blijven volgen , het beloofd voor de toekomst

We had a wonderful evening in the restaurant. Each of the courses had been lovingly prepared and the attention to detail showed. Head Chef JP and his team delivered perfection with every course and he even took the time out to personally speak to each of the diners, his efforts were extremely appreciated. The whole ambiance of the restaurant was perfect and Fraser and Daisy who looked after us, front of house for the evening, were on hand to cater to our every need - lovely people! Would definitely recommend for a special occasion!

This place is truly a gem. Great location overlooking the golf course and beach. The staff are lovely, the premises immaculate with a Scottish theme running throughout and the food is too die for! We were there for an evening meal tonight and cannot fault it! Jp the head chef is definitely a very talented chef!The beef tartare was a great start to my meal everything on the plate complimented each other. The Lamb and fillet steak mains were exceptional too, the sweet juicy meat just melted in your mouth. And the incredible dessert was dulche de leche tart the pastry and filling were just incredible will be dreaming of the dessert! So many courses for such great price and its all high quality fresh local produce, including lobster bisque with piccalilli and ham hock, truffled egg, tomato salad, all the different homemade rolls served warm with 3 flavoured hand churned butters and the selection of handmade chocolates at the end. Everything was so delicious! Cannot fault a thing. Will definitely be returning!

We were invited to Links House by some of my husband's colleagues and stayed for 3 nights. During this time we ate breakfast and dinner in the hotel restaurant. Everything was absolutely fantastic. I have submitted several photos from over the three days. The menu changed daily and on the third day we had a BBQ with a big selection of items from the grill including salad. Desserts were all delicious too. The staff were very professional but also friendly. Especially Fraser who was very charming. Breakfast was excellent with a good choice of cold and cooked dishes. Every evening J.P. the chef came to speak to us to get feedback and to discuss the food for the following day. We had an absolutely fantastic time, gained several pounds, but can't wait to go back again.

I was invited along to a special tasting menu evening. We arrived and were warmly welcomed with a complementary glass of champagne in the stunning library. The hotel is exquisite! We had an 8 course tasting menu, with canapés & petit fours. All the diners jaws dropped when the swordfish dish was served...it was presented in a sphere of ice. Every dish was executed to perfection and you could tell the chef went all out to impress his diners. The staff were all lovely and very informative with each dish that came out. Definitely worth a visit if you haven't already been, a unique dining experience.

We hosted friends there for lunch on New Years day and the unanimous verdict was one of the best meals we had been served. The visit started well with complimentary gluwein in front of a log fire is a very tastefully decorated lounge. There is a second lounge with a TV in a different colour scheme. Both rooms plus the dining room show an interior decorators art to the highest of standards. Our menu had adequate choices foe all and each dish was served in appropriate tableware. If as they say you eat with your eyes as much as your mouth Links House satisfies both. We appreciated at the end of the meal the young chef visiting our table for a short chat. At all times service was attentive without being obtrusive and very courteous and friendly. For a lunch on New Year's day we felt we received excellent value. I have no personal experience of accommodation, but several friends who have stayed at Links House have always been complimentary.

Amazing food, lovely chef and staff, who really take care of you. Stunning interior. Absolutely recommend this restaurant. Would love to stay the night!!!

My partner and I had dinner here and it didn't disappoint. We were fortunate that with it being low season we were the only people there, so it was more like a personal dining experience. The house is full of character and even sitting in the living room in front of the roaring fire with our drinks was a pleasure. The lady that was serving us (wish I could remember her name) was very friendly and full of information about the food and the area. The chef, Jon-Paul cooked us a fabulous three course meal and found the time to have a chat. The whole experience from start to finish was top drawer. It's more expensive than your average dining experience but this isn't average and I've never been averse to paying out for fine dining. When the food and service is this good you won't feel short changed.

We've been around the Highlands and Islands quite some times but this hotel will become surely one of our favourites! Exquisite service, fine breakfast and very friendly and helpfull staff. Sadly enough we could eat only one night out of the three we've stayed in the hotel restaurant, but what a gourmet diner it was !For us this kitchen is right next to the ones of Kinloch logde, Kinloch house, Ilse of Eriska and Inverlochy castle! We dine frequently in Michelin star restaurants on the continent, as well well business wise as with the family, so we can honestly evaluate the restaurant on Michelin star level !!! Compliments to the chef. The only remark we could find is to let go of the black coloured plates and to use traditional white ones instead (this is really toothpicking). Also our compliments to the staff in general who made us feel at home from the moment we arrived. We'll be back.