Scotts Bar & Restaurant in South Ayrshire

Food was very good. Prices not too outrageous. Large whisky selection available. Table service was severely lacking, while we could see the bar staff were all working very hard. A supervisor/manager kept having to come over to do basic things that our server would have been expected to cover. It's a nice venue with good food but the service lets them down.

Great place for food, very nice setting next to the marina. Staff were great, we had some v small issues with the service but all very well handled , with good humour from all 👍

Food was excellent quality, well presented, and very tasty, with great options on the menu for veggie too! Our experience was unfortunately let down by the service. We sat with empty glasses on the table for the whole meal, empty dishes etc, whilst the server seemed to be avoiding eye contact with us whilst walking back and forth. We unfortunately had to give up on any dessert/drinks and instead got up to go and ask for the bill at the exit instead, after sitting with coats on, giving up waiting, and going somewhere else.

Great food as usual, first time we've been in the Troon branch. Cocktails were also really fantastic and although expensive...not beyond other places in price, they're particularly good.

Slow service. Mediocre food. Red Bowl is much better if you book a table.

Lovely place to eat food was absolutely delicious all 4 mains ordered were eaten with no complaints we all thought the price was reasonable for the quality of the food and puddings and drinks service was 1st class

Lucky enough to grab a table at the bar in this busy restaurant Sunday lunch. Not much to look at from outside but inside is a tastefully decorated restaurant and bar. Staff were lovely. Had fish goujons and fries with minted mushy peas. nice and crispy and served hot and a decent portion. Lovely meal and not rushed at all. Car park was free and busy but no problem parking though had problems with EV charging. Overall would recommend and will definitely return for an evening meal but will book to get a decent table.

Absolutely amazing place. Good service and delicious food and coffee. Moreover, the interior is nice and the view is stunning. I also like that they provide an activity kit for kids.

This place is a must visit in troon! Great food and great views!

Didn't use Scotts Bar 1st floor , was using marina toilets which are ground floor, wasn't recommended, very expensive

The food at Scotts is a bit overpriced and the servings are small. The quality/taste is also not up to the pricing, but still, you expect at least to have a nice view of the ocean from the main glass seating area, except it was closed. So we were put inside facing the wall. Why, when the weather is so nice, would you close off the best part of the restaurant? It's not like the servers would need to walk a far greater distance than the open part.

Everything was amazing not enjoyed a meal as much in years honestly couldn’t fault a thing

Superb seafood, wonderful staff, stunning location.

Not difficult to see why the place was packed (not quiet!) on a Tuesday evening - excellent food and service, in a very pleasant environment. Not cheap, but felt like good value.

First visit to Troon branch. Similar decor to Greenock branch. The restaurant is situated adjacent to Troon Marina.Saturday night so place was busy. Had to sit on uncomfortable high chairs. These are not great for the elderly or people with mobility problems. We shared a portion of woodland mushroom on toast in garlic sauce which were very nice. The waiting time between this and our main courses was waaay too long. Vegetable fajitas and Salmon en croute were of very good quality. Not a cheap night, but the whole experience was fine.A service charge was automatically added to the bill.😳

Ooooooh ok let’s get down on this, it’s overpriced. Im not one to shy away for paying a premium for culinary excellence but; this was not. The steak for £35 was honestly nowhere near the quality it should’ve been. To add cheese and no more than 5 medium prawns it cost about £12, this is a mockery if you ask me. The portion was no where near big enough for the price we were being charged. The chips were undercooked which is just unacceptable when paying a small fortune for the service. Speaking of service we had quite a late booking and we called ahead to ensure we’d still be able to eat, they said yes. One of our party was 10 minutes late she insisted on waiting till our last party member arrived to take our order-fine right? No because 10 minutes later when we got our order in she then told us it was too late to have starters and mains, this would of been fine if at the two occasions we had been told this. When calling a heads up would’ve been nice, and when the waitress wanted us to wait for our last person, maybe a bit of thought to how it impacted our order would’ve been appreciated. This is not to say our server wasn’t nice, she was lovely and doing her job, but as diners our experience was impacted hence the lower score. The music was too loud (I’m not a boomer before you come for me) I had to lean in to speak to people at my own table, which after garlic prawns is never pleasant. So to sum it up, overpriced and mediocre, a combo that should never be. I won’t be returning.

This was recommended by work colleagues..absolutely lovely place..the food was amazing. Service excellent. Very attentive staff..great location.

Had mushroom taco with squashed avocado. There was no avocado... and no taco. Served in a soft wrap tortilla so not sure why they called it a taco.

Brilliant place, biggest bowl of soup ever be warned

In for lunch. Starter was lovely but the main course was not good. The lamb (two end cuts) over cooked. Chuck and fat shocking.

Having had a couple of good meals here my last couple of visits have been less than expected. Lunch menu is very average food at premium prices, disappointed.

Bought a £50 voucher at Christmas time for grandparent who sadly took terminally ill and could not use in the time frame, asked for a short extension given the circumstances as voucher was out of date by 1 day and restaurant declined. Heartless money grabbers!

Enjoyed a cheeky bit of lunch & a pint before sailing to Arran. You wouldn't be afraid to take y'bird there!

Excellent food and could not fault the service.

Style over substance and expensive for what it is. Had to complain about the service. The £38 ribeye with sauce was vastly over priced and quite chewy. Quite a rowdy atmosphere. Not what we expected.

Always lovely food and service.

This restaurant situated adjacent the marina provides not only a view but excellent food. Charming surroundings with interior decor to soothe and compliment the menu. Wonderful destination if in Troon.

Rather noisy, but waiter very pleasant. Food excellent value. But I really don't like a service charge.

Bad meal was served. Won't be back.

Very good food and lovely place highly recommended

There is one problem. Mid dinner my girlfriend and I realised that there are lipstick marks on my glass of water. The restaurant clearly didn’t pay enough attention to the details. I’m not sure this is what I would paid that London price for. Also the numbers for vegetarian/vegan options at this restaurant is surprisingly low.

Everything about this restaurant is first class. From moment you arrive you feel like you have made the right choice. Set in a beautiful marina with plenty of parking, once you arrive the staff take care of you with a friendly and welcoming service. The menu is exciting and has plenty of options, would highly recommend the fish sharing platter to start which was delicious. Also very Reasonably priced for the quality of the food and experience. If in the area a must go to

Had the haggis starter then lobster and prawn Mac and cheese. Fantastic food. Mac and cheese was a huge portion. I was a little worried the seafood would be over cooked in something like a Mac and cheese but it was spot on .

Great location, great food, great atmosphere, amazing staff,great experience overall

Arrived without a reservation Had a drink in a quiet corner in the bar whilst we waited for our table Very attentive service fabulous food great atmosphere Beautiful surroundings and outlook Highly recommended 5⭐️

Lovely food and great service. Not a busy night so not a lot of atmosphere. Would definitely recommend.

Ate the catalan fish stew. Enjoyed it at the time. Was ill over night. Another person I know was there same day, (separate visit) and was also ill. Reported to the restaurant, who were quite defensive. It's usually good, but this has put me off somewhat.

A little bit pricy, but a varied m.enu a little different to the norm

Lovely views of harbour and good service and food also good offers.

Today, we made a last-minute visit and were lucky to be served by Ruairidh, who was exceptionally professional. We ordered a smoothie, but the first one we received was just iced fruit with no real smoothie flavor. Ruairidh immediately noticed that it didn’t look right and proactively offered to remake it for us. The fresh one he brought was perfect, and we really enjoyed it. Beyond the food, his service was the cherry on the cake—having someone like him is definitely a great asset to the place!

Beautiful location and view with friendly and helpful staff . My wife uses a wheelchair and the restaurant was really accessible

We had a fabulous time at Scott’s! The food was absolutely delicious, and the atmosphere was perfect for a great dining experience. The lobster mac and cheese was an absolute standout—rich, indulgent, and full of flavor. Highly recommend it! The service was excellent, and we’ll definitely be back

Great service,staff polite and welcoming.

An early morning family visit for breakfast. Generous portions of delicious breakfast. No one left hungry

Great food and nice views of the harbour.

Good was absolutely brilliant. Pâté, sourdough bread, hummus, prawns. Coconut chicken, haggis,neeps and tatties. Sticky toffee pudd, selection of ice creams. Our server Grant, absolutely brilliant. Great atmosphere. Really nice staff.

Great time. Food delicious. Service good. Well worth a visit.

Just popped in for lunch on recommendation from locals . Food was exceptional - so much choice - and every plate that came out looked absolutely scrummy 😋

Great place,very friendly staff that make me feel comfortable and looked after, amazing views and really clean. Place that staff cares a lot whether its customers or there role. I'm definitely coming back. Highly recommended to anyone. Thanks guys. PS don't forget to go to the sea side if you in the area just few seconds from Scotts. One of me favourite spots to parkup and just chill by the sea. Will put few pictures for everyone.

Well recommend Nice food, good choice very friendly staff.

It had been a few years since I last visited Scotts, and we decided to try it again after spotting a good Itison deal to use while in Troon. The voucher included three courses from a set menu and a cocktail each. We started with a pornstar martini and an espresso martini, both were tasty and enjoyable (and strong). For starters, I had the woodland mushrooms with truffle on toast, which was disappointing—bland, with no noticeable truffle flavor, and in need of seasoning. My partner’s tempura prawns were much better. For mains, he had the coconut chilli chicken, which he enjoyed, while I had the sirloin steak frites, which was tough, chewy and difficult to eat. However, the peppercorn sauce and chips were decent. We both finished with sticky toffee pudding, which was lovely. Overall, the food was underwhelming, but the service was good, and the ambience and decor were great. We’d return for cocktails, but not for the food.

Delicious. Food was super tasty and fresh. Straws in the Cocktails kept dissolving as we had to keep stirring the fruit puree back in but besides that, amazing!!

A wonderful night celebrating my sons 21st birthday, the staff were very friendly and attentive with nothing being too much trouble. Food great as usual. Cannot fault Scott's Troon

One of my favourites in Troon. If you can get a window seat in the Terrace on a nice day, it's wonderful, overlooking the marina.

Loved this place. Would go back. Great views of the harbour.

“Great Views, But Access to the Terrace is a Mystery” Scott’s has a stunning location with incredible views, but only if you manage to secure a table on the outdoor terrace. Despite visiting multiple times and even booking in advance, I still haven’t figured out the exact criteria for getting a table out there—it seems like a bit of a mystery. The food is consistently good, which keeps me coming back, but the attitude of the staff could use some improvement. A touch more politeness and warmth would elevate the overall experience. It’s a lovely spot, but there’s definitely room for improvement in how they handle guest seating and interactions

The food was excellent, and the service was appropriate and attentive.

Lovely for lunch and a stroll along the waterfront on a bright winter's day Service was great and lovely cozy atmosphere

We visited Scotts Troon for what turned out to be our last dinner together in a restaurant, as my wife tragically lost her battle with cancer a month later. I wanted this to be a memorable and romantic evening, but unfortunately, the experience was marred by rude and dismissive service. I would've been my usual self by standing up and leaving, but my wife wasn't feeling her best, and insisted on enjoying a night out together even still. So I chose not to make a scene. Upon arrival, we were seated right next to the door, which wasn’t an issue initially. However, the intense heat from their heating system was unbearable, blasting directly onto us and making it impossible to enjoy our meal. When we politely asked to be moved, we were told there were no available tables because the restaurant was fully booked. This turned out to be untrue, as we observed several unoccupied tables during the hour and 15 minutes we were there. The refusal felt unnecessary, and the staff’s attitude came across as cold and, frankly, judgey. What made the treatment even harder to understand was that we were well-dressed and ready to enjoy a lovely evening together. Ironically, some of the other diners were in shorts and T-shirts, yet we felt we were being looked down upon. It made us wonder if the staff were uncomfortable with us as a married lesbian couple. We were polite and respectful throughout, but the vibe we received left us feeling unwelcome and excluded. The only saving grace of the evening was the food and drinks, which were undeniably excellent. We shared the haggis starter (my first time trying haggis) and a parfait starter – both delicious. For mains, we had six langoustines, which were beautifully cooked and flavourful. Dessert was equally stunning, with the Amalfi mess and brownie torte stealing the show. Paired with some perfectly mixed French martinis, the meal itself was outstanding. It’s quite shameful that what should have been a lovely, special dinner together, was overshadowed by unkind and dismissive service. Scotts Troon has potential with its excellent food, but the hospitality and treatment we received will forever tarnish our memory of the place. For that reason, I'm only giving it 1 star over all.

My wife and I treated ourselves to festive lunch. Treat it was not ! Processed turkey frozen roast potato no fruit in christmas pudding ( sponge cake) dribble of sauce no cherries or compote in sundae which was full of cream. Catering for mass market. Expensive disappointment at £60.00 !!

love this place great atmosphere

Beautiful food and things to choose from if you’re not a sea food fan. Parking looks onto the harbour which is nice. Visited during the festive period so all their lovely Christmas decorations were up. Will come back again.

Chilled place to eat with great staff and food

One of the nicest and best restaurants. Great service and excellent food 👍

Excellent restaurant, fish but not only. Very expensive, around £50 if you get a main course, a beer and a dessert. Elegant and refined furnishings, with lots of wood, but without being pretentious. The staff is very friendly, but it's a little difficult to understand when they speak. A little noisy when full. I ate here twice, and everything was really very good, both the meat and the fish. The ice cream is awesome! Bottom line: highly recommended!

Quick lunch with shared platter and drinks

Arrived just after 4, advised only bar tables left, even though restaurant not half full. Appreciate tables booked but if advised to vacate for a certain time, this would not have been a problem. However sat at the bar, under 3 air vents which blew cold air! Told staff 3 times about the cold air, was told they would look at it, never returned to ask if I was ok, and still no change to the cold air! Food- lobster & prawn pasta was delicious, but I had the fish & chips, clearly frozen French fries, you would think being a high end restaurant it would have been either chippy like chips or hand cut, especially since the dish was £17.95! Fish very greasy, but actual fish was delish. Desserts were lovely. Atmosphere, beautiful venue just very disappointed at cold air, lack of interest in our welfare and yes ok the 3rd occasion of saying about the vent, asking if want to move, but we were on our desserts! Bit late mate. Young lad at the bar was advised of the gents toilet cubicle having and issue, he then proceeded to tell the young girls at the bar, ‘someone has shit all over the toilet’. Not the sort of information you want to hear whilst eating! Will I return, ??? Don’t know, I’m sure I could find somewhere just as nice, as pricey and be a bit more respected

I visit Troon a few times each year and a meal at Scotts is always a highlight. The view over the harbour is stunning, the food is great - last time I ate wild mushroom tacos, which I would recommend - and the service is friendly, professional and swift.

Me and my husband went for a celebration of our recent marriage and it was 100% worth it. Was a little last minute and we weren’t sure what to expect but the staff 10/10 the scenery 10/10 and the FOOD 100/100 I will 100% be back and would 100% recommend this place , there isn’t many like it & the staff went above & beyond for me and my husband by serving us a celebratory desert platter and a beautiful smile ♥️

Stopped in on Wednesday for Lunch which we really enjoyed and would definitely recommend a visit. Before leaving I visited the accessable toilet as I have RA and was disappointed in how low the pedestal was it's far too low for someone like me. This needs replacing with a higher pedestal as soon as feasible.

Always enjoyable. Generous portion sizes. Lovely setting.

Great location, comfortable, and a great menu make this a go to place when in Troon. Service was friendly and not obtrusive and our was meal delicious.

Food was excellent, staff very good

Had a lovely family gathering here with delicious food.

Food is good and its a really nice restaurant but for what you're getting the price is steep

Staying at the Salt Lodge, we took advantage of going to Scotts on our first night rather than going into Troon. We had pre booked, and on entering the restaurant, the staff were welcoming and friendly. The bar/restaurant was well laid out very modern and comfortable. The food was what you'd expect, nothing to shout about well presented, hot, and tasty if a little pricey if I had an issue it what we paid for the drinks 🍸 overall overly expensive example 1 x gin & tonic was over £9 that in itself stopped us going to the bar after our meal. Although the staff made up for that by being welcoming, friendly, cheery and not overly attentive.

Top class in everything, food, staff, atmosphere, location....very hard to beat

A beautiful restaurant. Great for morning coffee too

Scotts Bar and Restaurant, situated at Troon Yacht Haven is a local landmark overlooking the marina and providing a lounge bar and seated restaurant. The restaurant is beautifully appointed with aquariums and creatively appointed displays of wines etc. The experience earns 10 points for setting, and the menu copes with hungry yachting types but also for those looking for a more formal or social occasion.

I have eaten at Scott's in Queensferry several times, so had high expectations for the Troon restaurant. Overall, however, the experience here was very disappointing. The service was very slow and the waitress was not attentive at all; we had to ask to order, had to ask for the bill twice, had to ask for the card machine etc. The food was mediocre. The goat's cheese tarte tatin was a mound of cold, soft goats cheese on a circle of pastry that was obviously pre-prepared and oddly sweet. The seafood gratin was ok, but didn't have a proper parmesan crumb so was a bit one-dimensional; the sourdough served on the side was burnt. My wife had fajitas and the chicken was just oddly seasoned, with way too much lemon used. Desert was a dark chocolate delice that was obviously bought in - overly sweet and served with poor quality ice cream. Other than hotel restaurants this seems to be the only higher-end restaurant in Troon, but it leaves a lot to be desired.

Perfect food , Korean Cod the best Fish Fish in Scotland

A most enjoyable evening, great meal and fine wine Chris Johnstone

Fantastic. Delicious food, very efficient and friendly service.

Very good food and atmosphere. Service was what youd expect from a higher end restaurant. Lost one star due to the auto 10% service charge which is optional. I just think by adding it mandatory and leaving a customer to ask to remove it makes an awkward situation. We paid it but others might not want to.

Was surprised, we got , never booked , but sat in bar area, food great and so was the service

Brash restaurant venue for birthdays and Saga holiday coach parties. Simpler dishes are the best. Lamb shank with mint pesto a disaster.

Great food! Very fresh and delicious. I will definitely come here again.

Lunch was superb. Staff attentive but not intrusive and view superb. Can't say anything negative about it. Recommend for all occasions.

Brilliant restaurant! Food is yummy and service excellent. Always quite busy, so recommend booking in advance.

Great food in a great location. Lovely, helpful, efficient staff. We were a party of 7 , all of whom thoroughly enjoyed the experience.

Great service, lovely ambience, and good food. Highly recommend the Cinnamon Pancakes they're delicious! Also great to see that they had local Scottish products like the hand soap in their bathrooms.

Excellent lunch for us both once again.

"Have had many visits to Scotts of Troon over the last year and have always been more than happy. Food is always great, staff always friendly topped with excellent service from the bar staff. A must!!"Copy review

Nice experience staff are helpful and friendly food is very professional made and lots of it

All top quality, not cheap, but if you want cheap then simply don’t go. There is a 10% service charge automatically added to your bill though, so be careful as that can be one hell of a tip on a meal for 4+

Lovely food and very good service.

The steak l had was a bit chewy l asked for medium rare steak????!

It’s a wonderful place to have dinner. The service was okay, the food was good, the atmosphere was excellent.

Menu a little fishy for me but to be honest at a harbour i would not expect anything else. What i ordered was fine the chicken tempura starter was excellent and the main was adequate. But all in all no complaints and the staff were excellent. Thank you.

We cannot fault the food or atmosphere but one of our dishes came out on a dirty plate. After telling the waitress she promptly took the dish away to change it onto another plate. When she returned she insisted that the plate was not dirty and just had some slaw on it. However, the dish we had ordered didn't come with that particular slaw. Aka dirty plate!