The Craig Bar in Highland

Fantastic pub with great friendly staff especially Robbie who provides excellent entertainment, highly recommend the amazing pies. The Guinness was served to perfection, will be back ASAP Trev,Jane, Harris the dog (the handsome 1)

The good bits: Pies are fantastic as were the chips (shame there is no gravy and wasnt asked if needed any!) the service is excellent. The bad bits: no gravy! And the noise from a birthday party spoilt our experience as we couldn't hear ourselves think! We would visit again but would ask for gravy and hopefully it wouldn't be so loud!

Interesting place. Walls covered in RAF memorabilia and brilliant collection of hats. Pie menu looked great, but didn't have time to indulge.

If you are looking for a proper meat pie and a true Scottish pub, whiskey, swearin, a friendly grumpy owner and a true small town grab a pint experience, this is the place. Bobby isn't PC but he IS a cheeky storyteller and an authentic experience. But seriously, the pie and chips are amazing! Ask him about the laughing gravy. It's a solidly good brown gravy with a cheeky original story.

We enjoyed the entire experience at the bar. Lots of military memorabilia on the walls. The meat pies were amazing especially the Moo and Blue. Our table was next to the bar and we were entertained by Robbie all night. Went back for drinks the next night. Do not miss this.

Popped in for drinks on the first night, amazing bar with real character. Great price, good choice and true banter, well worth a visit. Tried the pies on the 2nd visit which were delicious. Super dog friendly.

Unfortunately I have to write a negative review because in this place as soon as I said that we were Italian they told us that they had no seats, even though they had free tables and the place does not accept reservations. A bad experience that will not erase the beautiful memories of the Scots I met during my holiday. I want to tell the owner that in this way he cannot have a public commercial activity. However, I wish him good luck.

Excellent !!! Eat Local and Homemade! Simple but so good!

Great night out here for a Tuesday night. Pies were cracking and cooked to perfection, beers lovely, pool table working and a bit of banter with the landlord but all good-natured and polite. A must for a visit if you are in the area.

A bar you have to visit :) Good stories and lots of different whisky. A place with soul )

Love going here for dinner every week everything perfect and Robbie is a blast

The very best pie. And a service that made an impression. Extremely funny. Food with experience.

Great place, pie and chip spot on. Good selection of vegetarian and non vegetarian pies, so good we went back 3 times in a week !!! Robbie is a laugh, good atmosphere and a big selection of whisky. Well worth a visit.

Fabulous dinner at Craig’s bar. There is something for everyone, as long as you like pies! Me, my husband and two teens dined here. We are all vegan so finding good tasty food outside of the usual vegan burger in the Cairngorms can be tricky, but Craig’s have the most delicious and best vegan pies we have tasted. We had the Mooless Moo and the Mock A Doodle. We all left our plates clean. Thanks Beryl for catering to vegans with the most delicious flavours, and Robbie for welcoming us with jokes a plenty. Dogs also welcomed with treats.

Delicious pie and amusing owner.

Delicious meat pies and great atmosphere.

Good simple food, great meat and vegetarian pies. Always good banter in the bar. No visit to Grantown is complete without a visit to Craig's Bar. Good Whisky selection as well.

Excellent pies, top boss and staff, great decor.

Unfortunately they didn't fancy opening at 2pm today so after driving 30 mins and looking forward to pies after waiting outside for 10 mins we went somewhere else 😂 4 other people also waited and left - a shame! So perhaps don't rely on opening times here...

Great pies. Lovely atmosphere. Very friendly staff. We actually decided to visit having read a terrible review from someone who was very obviously a truly horrible individual having laughed at their review of the place. There really are some "freaks" out there. We were not disappointed and were right to give it a go. The Moo Blue pie is really good. Large portions, very reasonable price. Can happily recommend.

GREAT local place! Call ahead to book in. Locals were a hoot!

If you like a bit of crazy, this is the place to go for a drink.

Owner was a treat! Very local experience

An excellent example of a pub that from the outside doesn't make you want to go in, but once inside it's a different story that begins. The decoration is very aeronautical, with photos everywhere, excellent pies in a wide choice of flavors. Local beer, very large selection of whiskey. We were very well advised by the boss. An address not to be missed if you come to Grantown on Spey.

Just finished my meal, really nice and staff are fun.

A nice, local pub. But you have to know that you are going to a pub that “only” offers pies. Although it is also available in vegetarian version, it is still not suitable for everyone. Credit card is accepted, but cash is much preferred ;)

We chose this restaurant based on the Tripadvisor rating. The restaurant has a homely atmosphere and the owner gives it the right spirit. There is not much food to choose from, but it is sufficient.

The food was delicious. Great hospitality and cozy atmosphere.

Cute, food very good, great pies. Robbie is a great host, always friendly, we know him from our last vacation 5 years ago, I hope he continues for a long time with his mom, who makes these delicious pies.

Great atmosphere. Friendly and welcoming. Excellent pies.

Attractive bar with a very chatty bartender. Very nice!

It's my first time in the UK and I couldn't have found a better place to dive into the local culture. The pies are amazing (contrary to the clichée of British cuisine half of them are actually vegetarian!). The owners are honest and friendly and manage a good mix of locals and tourists who are united by the love of beer and pies. Whoever passes by there is an idiot. My advice: don't be an idiot!

Proper job. No aires and Gracie’s. Real people real pies real good experience. Thanks

Lovely Nigerians, great pies, lovely waitress but the best of all was the polite bar man, exactly what I loved to see from a exceptional establishment Great pub!

Not to be missed. The owner is a character 😁 It's a local pub with a loyal following -- not a tourist joint, but all are welcome. The food is meat pies. If you like meat pies, this is your place. Also beer 🍻👍

Ate pie for the first time. Was good!

An excellent selection of local whiskies and some good pies & chips (I recommend the Moo & Blue pie)

A bar in Scotland can hardly be more Scottish. A visit to this bar, pub with the opportunity to eat, is a cultural highlight. Our visit started with a mistake because I ordered a Tennent's beer! That seems to be comparable to ordering a Köpi in Cologne. At the end of the evening we were thrilled by the cultural experience. The pie, which is the only food there, although served in different versions, was worth the £12.5. Take a look at the store and you will be amazed.

Make sure you don't go by late. Sold out of pies at 7pm. Heard so many good things only in town for the night.

Great pub with a great landlord!

Great food, no real ale but good keg beers. Robbie is not to everyone's taste but I like him and his pub, ably assisted by his wife.

Great pie amazing service the owner was wonderful to talk too with lots of local recommendations great place for a drop of whisky 🥃🥃

Very friendly and familiar atmosphere

I always make sure that I pay a visit to the Craig Bar whenever I am in Grantown-on-Spey. If you like pies, then I would highly recommend this establishment. Great atmosphere as you have a bit of banter with the host.

A wonderful place with a magical host! The food (various pies), local drinks and the selection of whiskey fit perfectly! We had an absolutely lovely evening! Thanks!

Great atmosphere, impeccable service and the pies are really delicious. I recommend +++

Very nice bar, good atmosphere and the magpies are excellent!

Decided to give the craig bar a shot as I do like a pie. Typical pub feel with a roaring fire. Only serve pie and chip, lovely. Had the steak and Stilton and chicken, ham and leek both yummy and we had some gravy on the side. Defo recommend this place, down the earth with decent grub.

My wife and I had a lovely evening at the Craig bar. We both had tea and a few drinks on a wee mid week break. Atmosphere was great and Robbie and his mum looked after us very well. Would recommend if you are in the area.

Another great night at the Craig Bar, wide selection of Pies all delicious. Robbie on top form as usual, looking forward to our next visit.

Local food, good atmosphere, pool.

Eine tolle gender-neutrale Bar im Herzen einer kleinen Stadt. Der kommunikative Barkeeper Robert ist ein schrulliger netter Mann. Wenn man sich selbst nicht zu wichtig nimmt, versteht man auch seine Art und Weise wie er die Dinge sieht und angeht. Eine kleine Auswahl an frisch zubereiteten Speisen und eine sehr große Auswahl an Whiskys. Der Barkeeper berät auch gerne und gut. Man sollte auf jeden Fall nach dem Glenfarclas 105 fragen ;) Liveübertragung von Fußballspielen findet man hier nicht, man kann aber gerne danach fragen. Die zwei Österreicher ———————- A great gender-neutral bar in the heart of a small town. The communicative bartender Robert is a quirky nice man. If you don't take yourself too seriously, you can understand his way of seeing and approaching things. A small selection of freshly prepared food and a very large selection of whiskies. The bartender also gives good advice. You should definitely ask for the Glenfarclas 105 ;) Live broadcasts of football matches are not available here, but you can always ask for them. The two Austrians

This place is somewhere I would advise to avoid . The owner is a racist and insulting to us. He called our vegan friends freaks when serving them the vegan option on his menu .He called their little girls colouring books rubbish when he asked them to move them. I worry about the young lad who works for him . A horrible place.

Great unique place, decent food and drinks, air force/marine picts all over. Loved it !

Nice pies and beer, shame you get indigestion by being served by Bernard Manning. For some reason they have chosen to have meat free stuff on the menu but can't bear to serve you it without making some sort of jibe. It's like you're trapped in the 1970s - if you like that sort of thing you'll have a whale of a time

Tasty Pies and good drinks but the publican was not only blatantly rascist but outright rude. Why bother making a vegan pie and then calling the customer a freak. Also being antagonistic to Irish people.

Review is based on this being a good old fashioned pub serving pie type meals....if you go on that basis, you won't be disappointed. Child and dog friendly.

Crazy wonderful bar serving the most delicious pie and chips! Very reasonably priced and great selection of beers served by a gem of a barman!

This is one of our locals and we love it! Simple but delicious, pie chips and a pint what more could you want. Slight wait on pies cooking but worth the small wait Robbie is excellent and always one to cheer you up with his jokes!

We had two very fun evenings. The owner isn't easy-talking, but he's a lovely guy. Must see if you visit the place. Let us recommend a whiskey.

In a world of gastro pubs it was a pleasant change to spend time in a place that was happy in its own original skin. The hearty fire on a cold Friday night was most welcome and our 4 legged friends were made most welcome too We didn’t eat here and unless you like dog biscuits 🤣 there’s no crisps to be bought at the bar. Gin lovers will have to make do with Gordon’s but I really enjoyed the local lager (just wish I could remember its name!) and whisky lovers are spoiled for choice. The RAF memorabilia is interesting- never found out the connection. And yes - Robbie the “marmite” landlord - we thought he was highly amusing- but his banter may be lost on some. We would definitely go back.

A quirky place, well worth a visit

Pie and a pint, not sure if there's anything else better after a hard day's work

Great bar. One of my favourite places to visit when in Scotland. Can't beat pie and chips and a pint. Robbie is pure entertainment ( as long as you are not easily offended)

Best bar in The Highlands with a great selection of whiskies. Legendary bar tender, pies and chips. Great place to spend time.

Not great. Beer was okay, but the pies were overrated. Not freshly made, very dried out and no taste.

This place is full of character, Robbie the owner makes the most amazing cocktails and the Coffee was amazing. Famous for its pies this place seems to have found a new direction. We will definitely be back for your fine hospitality and awful lager what ever it is!

Great pub with a nice atmosphere. After watching the darts final I thought it be best if I try darts for myself and the claymore fit the bill. Happy to report I hit my first bullseye!

Quirky local pub serving pie, chips and great drinks. Would go again

Pie and chips, delivered exactly what was advertised, excellent little pub, pie was excellent 👌

My lass and I thoroughly enjoyed the food/prices, the staff members were in top form, they made everyone feel welcome and was attentive/friendly; which made the place have a very warm and homely atmosphere. We will definitely be back!!

I would have given 5 stars if they had served proper draught beer, but alas, just the fizzy stuff. Can't fault the food or atmosphere in any way. Landlord and landlady super helpful and attentive.

Wir kehren seit 2019 immer wieder bei Rob und Beryl ein. Das Essen ist simpel gehalten, aber top. Preisleistung -top. Qualität -top. Sie betreiben die Craig Bar seit 33 Jahren und wissen genau wie der Hase läuft. Roby ist ein herzenslieber Mensch, möglicherweise mögen nicht alle die Art, die er hat, aber wenn man des Essens wegen hin geht, wird man mehr als nur zufrieden sein. Die Craig Bar liegt in einer Nebenstrasse (Woodside Avenue) die man in 3-4 Minuten (laufen) von der Highstreet erreicht. Wir werden weiterhin hier einkehren und freuen uns auf die guten Pies.

Un sitio totalmente genial, un ambiente local que es lo que buscábamos. Los dueños un autentico placer, super atentos y amables. La carta solo incluye los típicos pie, admito que vinimos por ellos, y no nos defraudaron. Lo acompañamos de sidra de la zona y cerveza. Acepta tarjeta y no te defraudara

Der beste Laden in Grantown on Spey. Best Pub in the whole town.

A small local tavern, with an amazing bartender that will definitely tell you how it is. The pies are fantastic for a bite to eat and the price is great. Ask for their finest Irish whiskey and give the bartender our best haha. Definitely going to swing by if we are in the area again.

Excellent pies and good service

Good pies, friendly chat and a range of whisky.

The pies & chips were amazing. Absolute perfection! But, the best part was Robbie!!! He is hilarious. A man who genuinely knows how to enjoy life.

The owner makes the adventure very worthwhile. The food is great as well

My friend and I had the pleasure of popping into The Craig Bar for an early dinner, and it was a delightful experience. We both ordered the classic pie, chips, and gravy, and it hit the spot perfectly. The pie was hearty and flavorful. What made this visit even more memorable was the interesting banter.

Visited here due to the reviews, it wasn’t the best . It was an unusual place filled with old air force pictures, dusty old uniforms and hats/helmets. Pies were their selling feature however apart from the pastry they were very bland, mushy peas and “laughing dog” gravy were beyond bland. The food was hot and edible but that’s as far as it goes. Initially thought it was maybe a bit quirky based on the interior and the landlord however it just has an aura of all round oddness . Try elsewhere !

Great place. Hilarious owner/bar tender. Delicious pies, chips, mushy peas and baked beans for a reasonable price. WIDE selection of Scotch, and good beer.

The reviews here are mostly good. A few people recommended it...but...why? The place is stinking. It's covered in weird military memorabilia and the ceiling is covered in bogging old hats. There's a poor beer selection. The owner behind the bar was talking about "gay dogs" when we went in. I'd heard he was liable to give "banter" but his schtick is pretty old school, to put it mildly. While we ate the chef (maybe the owners wife) sat a few tables along, turned round to directly stare at us. It was really uncomfortable. Now, the pies. This is really weird. The place makes a big deal of the pies. They are supermarket pies. They are Pieminster pies that you get in Sainsbury's. Honestly. The chips are oven chips. This isn't some gourmet pie place. A lot of the reviews praise the "banter" but honestly the stuff the guy says isnt ok. Maybe if folk love Jim Davidson or something they'd like it, but if you were born after 1980 maybe give it a miss.

20 of us from Pennsylvania stopped in for a drink, and we had the best time ever! The proprietor is absolutely hilarious, we laughed the whole time. If you can’t take some insults and cuss words then this place is not for you. Actually, going to this bar is one of the best times we had on our tour of Scotland. Thanks for the laughs!

Won't get anymore straightforward dining than this. Pick a pie and a drink eat it and enjoy it. Pies taste excellent, decent pint of Guinness, good banter from the staff. Give it a miss if you're a bit of a wet wipe that can't stand swearing or someone who doesn't hold back with his sense of humour, the bar manager might not be your cup of tea.

We were late getting into town and our BnB host made us late reservations. It was busy and everyone seemed happy. Make reservations! They only do pies, but they are very delicious pies and hit the spot after a long day of travel. We had the beef(the moo) and the moo and blue. They arrived quickly with wonderful fries(chips) Fresh and hot! I love it when the fries arrive so hot they burn your fingers. It means very very freshly made! I ordered brown gravy. Because I love gravy. It was delicious too. I think it was the owner/owners wife that checked on us towards the end. She was somewhat questioning the gravy decision, because it makes the chips(fries) soggy. It did not! (Maybe it would have if they were NOT fresh and hot?) Very friendly, great service. Very reasonable price. Like 15£ a person with beer. It was a very good choice for supper. I do recommend! I hope to be here again!! Delicious!

Loved this place, the Pies were delicious, the barman was hilarious! We enjoyed ourselves, got chatting to other visitors who had been before and loved going back each time they were in town, as we will if we go that way again.

Authentic. Pie was lovely, service and Whisky too.

Fantastic food , The Pies are delicious ! Great service too, you’ll be lucky to get a seat ! we will def be back again Thankyou!

I thought. Where are the cameras hanging? This must be some kind of tv program because the host Robbie will get you to laugh in his way. His humor is as dark as the coffee they don’t serve. Genuine lad. The pies were fabulous. Don’t forget to ask for the gravy. They really appreciate that. Cheers

Brilliant pub, superb food and a gem of a Landlord. One hell of a character

Pub mal anders - "The Craig Bar" sollte man erlebt haben. Das Lokal, der Wirt, das Essen und die Whiskeys sind schon ein schriller Mix.

A excellent evening was had in this fantastic bar. The service was superb, food was great, as was the beer. Laughing from the moment we arrived, proper BANTER in comfortable surroundings. Thanks for a enjoyable evening.

The food was great, really great . A little bit of a wait, but we came in late. Beautiful place, really cosy, and inviting. Just to clarify the price, there were four of us. The owner is such a nice, friendly, and chatty guy, so don't be scared to strike up a convo. All in all super cool place

I have been several times with friends, this time I was alone.. food was tasty as always.. served with a smile and a lot of friendship... Beryl sat down and chatted.. and Robbie stopped by several times.. I never felt alone.. what a great place...!!

Popped in without a booking luckily they had 2 tables in the back spare. Had the steak and ale and my wife had chicken and mushroom pies, both were absolutely delicious. The owners were very friendly and welcoming. I would definitely visit again. But I'd make a booking next time to avoid any disappointment

Delicious pies, and a warm welcome for the dog.

We’d booked earlier in the day and thank goodness we had done! A busy place for excellent pie and chips (ensure you get mushy peas and gravy too!). We were told how long it was going to take, which was spot on. The landlord was very friendly and obviously the life and soul of this place. We’d certainly return in a heartbeat.

Mac and cheese was out of this world. Would recommend to anyone. Proper cheesy thanks mate xxx