The Grange at St Andrews in Fife

The best meal we had in Scotland. Multi course meal with choices. Service was really great; their timing was excellent and they created a relaxed feeling meal. Excellent whiskey selection as well. Will be back!! Highly recommend the sea trout.

This is our fifth visit and it was as good as ever. The service and welcome is both friendly and professional. Location just outside St Andrews in semi rural position. Easy access and plenty of parking. Traditional, maybe even slightly old fashioned interior that is warm and comfortable. The real winner here is the food. We all loved it, beautifully cooked, imaginatively designed and presented, just simply delicious. Top marks, thank you.

Utterly outstanding lunch venue just outside the historic city of St.Andrews. Small and attractive dining room has around 24 covers with garden and rural views. Food here is absolutely superb masterminded or even Masterchefed by highly experienced chef / proprietor John Kelly ably assisted out front by his charming wife Carolyn. Lunch includes a bonne Bouche ….this time tiny light as a feather scones with blue cheese and delicious warm home made bread with sea salt butter are included in the price of £36. Then the feast begins with starters which include cauliflower and butternut squash soup with wild mushroom dust , well made chicken terrine etc. Main dishes on our most recent visit were perfectly cooked sea trout with saffron potatoes , sweet potato gateau and kale and a well crafted red pepper sauce softened by creme fraiche. Other options included a house speciality Blade of Beef which appears to have many devotees. Desserts are innovative with star anise Panacotta with poached strawberries and a flavour packed blackberry parfait with a mixed berry syrup. Grange Inn is consistently excellent , offers a varied menu and is one of the few restaurants in Scotland which we are happy to return to time and time again.

Amazing food, amazing service. Could not have been any better.

Wow totally worth the 20 minute walk from our air bnb into the country. Lovely £77 for 3 course menu with a few choices for each course. You also get in between courses which was unexpected. Setting stunning, food amazing and the service to make it a complete experience.

Visited again and, if possible, better than before. Superb staff, attention to detail, and nothing a problem. Food sublime. Excellent wine too. One of the best lunches we've ever had...and don't forget about the view. Hopefully, it won't be long until our next visit.

Looking for somewhere in St.Andrews for an amazing meal, why not book the restaurant Number 1 on Trip Advisor. So that is what we did and very happy we were to. Great meal, service and atmosphere. Was more than we expected.

Wonderful experience. If you find yourself in St Andrews, do yourself a favour and stop by The Grange Inn. It truly deserves all five stars!

I went here with my wife, daughter and son for my 80th birthday. It was brilliant from starter to dessert….and the ‘intermediate’ courses included. Service was impeccable, food of the highest quality and ambience just the right jovial hubbub. Will certainly be making this our special venue in future. Thanks to all, Keith

This little place was a wonderful find in the St Andrews area. While just outside the city, it was well worth the 10 minute drive from the city center. Service was very good and the food was spectacular. I would definately recommend. Just be sure to make a reservation.

We had a chance to have dinner at the Grange Inn during our recent visit to Scotland. The restaurant is located in a rural area just outside of St Andrews. Despite the name, there are no rooms to rent, only a restaurant, bar and function room. Absolutely beautiful grounds with views of St Andrews and the sea in the distance. The restaurant was very comfortable and charming with very professional service. All dinners were fixed price, three-course meals. All of the diners were highly impressed with the meals they received. The food and drinks were excellent all around. Highly recommended.

Doesn't look much from the outside but a really great meal and very friendly service. Well worth a visit. It might come across as a gastro pub but it's very much a restaurant with a small bar

We had dinner here and it was awesome . 5 Stars for this restaurant ! This is in a wonderful quaint location with breath taking views . The food was great! The service was great! The food is very exceptional , not your typical Scottish food. This is more of a higher end or upscale restaurant without being stuffy. I highly recommend this restaurant .

Super restaurant. Portions are just enough to make you feel sated, but not overfilled. Each dish brings a taste experience, and staff is very welcoming.

Had a lovely dinner here recently, the food was perfect. Will definitely be returning in the near future.

The food is consistently good, never had a bad meal here. Service is great too. And the lunch is a bargain.

Hidden gem of a restaurant. Quaint with charming ambience. Food is delightfully delicious. Served with a Scottish hospitality. Will highly recommend even if you have to drive to get there.

A fantastic mid-priced restaurant near St Andrews. Set menu for lunch and dinner but what an experience. Cannot rate highly enough.

Lovely setting , very friendly and efficient staff. Food very good but felt the portion size of starter and dessert was very small, more like tasting menu size ( duck salad and panne cotta)

If you haven’t been to The Grange before, you should be asking yourself why? We travelled from Edinburgh for a birthday treat because we knew it would be outstanding and it was. Relaxed atmosphere. Great staff and the food is always to a very high standard. My partner and I wanted to try as much of the menu as we could so we deliberately didn’t order the same dishes. Thoroughly recommend you do that. You need to experience as much as you can but be warned, if you have the duo of beef as a main, you will both be fighting over it. It’s close to halloween and there is sorcery involved in the kitchen when preparing this dish. Everything is lush and the meat melts in your mouth in the most delightful way possible. It really shouldn’t but it does. I cannot remember a dish as good as this. Truly and utterly out of this world but all the food is. We’re already planning a return visit.

Another excellent dinner - food wine service ambience. A modest exterior and non-pretentious approach but a pleasure. Eg when taking 101 year old mother in law for lunch, the staff have noticed her coming in from car park and opened the kitchen door to make it easier for her. We have been many times and never disappointed.

What a hidden gem! The food was exquisite and the Scottish hospitality was so welcoming. Definitely seek this place out if you are planning a trip near St. Andrews.

We finally managed to get a table on this trip to St Andrews and it did not disappoint. Very relaxed Dinner, lovely food and wine. Staff were friendly.

This is food heaven ,thank you for the fantastic lunch, Sitting looking out over St Andrew’s what great place to spend an afternoon . We will be back .

Absolutely first class delicious 😋. Incredible food, service and atmosphere. 3 course prix fixe menu very reasonably priced. This is a small restaurant so make sure you give yourself plenty of time to make a reservation. First class.

This was our fourth visit over a number of years ( we don’t live in St. Andrews) and once again we had an outstanding experience and I emphasise experience because it wasn’t just about the food but everything that makes this place an absolute pleasure to visit. The building itself is simple but gorgeous, peaceful and cozy with an air of calm. Staff are warm and welcoming led by Carolyn( I hope I’ve spelled it right) who is one of the owners and a hospitality gem. Service was perfectly timed, we were served wonderful warm bread and butter, amuse bouche, followed by our starters, an intermediate, our main course and dessert and mignardise. Nothing was rushed and we never felt that we were eating to the kitchens timetable and everything was beautifully presented, fresh and delicious and obviously prepared by a chef performing at the very highest level. This restaurant is definitely my favourite and has never disappointed, I just wish we lived closer so that we could visit more often.

Absolutely the best dining experience! Wonderful food and drinks and the atmosphere was cozy, farmhouse. The owners, chef and wait staff were AMAZING.

Our third visit to this restaurant was as exceptional as our first. Great selection of dishes on the set lunch menu. Hors d’oeuvres were beautiful. The smoked haddock was so delicious and the pork belly was the most tender meat I’ve eaten. I recommend the ginger cake for dessert. The staff are incredible and so friendly. The view from the dining room is spectacular. Can’t wait for our next visit.

Great spot, great food, great service. The location was outside of town and it took about a 15 minute taxi ride to get there but it was worth the drive. We got there at sunset and the family pictures were magical. The service was amazing. We had a chance to talk to on of the owners. She was wonderful. The food was outstanding. So worth the visit.

A great spot just outside of town. Easy to get to and great views! The food was excellent, and the atmosphere was wonderful! Very friendly hosts! Highly recommend but make a reservation!

Booked lunch here on a recommendation, and it was very good. The food was excellent and none of our party could fault it. The starters, mains, pan seared trout Tofu, beef and pork dishes were all lovely. The warm date & ginger cake was mmm. All enjoyed their lunch. Prior to our meal we also had a look at the sea-scapes by David Joy. He was doing a painting in his garden next to the restaurant and we had a wonderful chat with him. A talented artist amongst other things. A very nice afternoon with great views over St Andrews.

Small restaurant in a great setting overlooking a wonderful garden. Small menus with three course options. Food was very tasty. Great restaurant.

Wonderful dinner here this evening- huge thanks to the staff for making it such a pleasure. Delicious food and drinks, attentive service and a relaxed atmosphere in spite of the restaurant being busy. I thoroughly recommend The Grange.

A delight in every way : location , ambience , friendly staff …. And especially good food . Prepared with care and flair - an exceptionally good lunch of Michelin star standard . Very well priced , and a surprise bonus was Latte with fudge...

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Casual but professional service, not pretentious at all (as another Trip Advisor user pointed out). I Ubered here from Edinburgh for 80 GBP and then after my meal they called me a local cab to St Andrews (8 GBP). To Taxi back to Edinburgh was...

Great food and fabulous staff. Michelin star but without the pretentious. Food was amazing and such lovely staff. Thank you. We will be back soon.

Having enjoyed eating here several times over the years, today we found the quality of the food had gone up several notches from very good to outstanding. I had the smoked haddock starter and pork belly main - both delicious. It remains a cosy, friendly,...

We had lunch again last Friday to celebrate our anniversary. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal yet again. This is definitely somewhere to celebrate a special occasion. Food is consistently of a very high standard. Service as always was faultless too. Traveling to bus station then...

I don't know why I've not come here sooner! The lunch menu was 10/10 and very reasonably priced, service to match and a beautiful setting. Will be back to try the evening menu!

We had a lot of great food on our recent 14 day trip but none better than our dinner at The Grange Inn. The food was amazing but the overall experience made it one of the best meals we've ever had. We will definitely be back!

We have been coming to this restaurant for the last 10 years and the presentation and quality of food never ceases to amaze me. This is without doubt the best restaurant in St Andrews by a country mile. Please book and enjoy this experience and...

Fantastic cookery and great friendly staff. Can highly recommend.

This was the nicest meal we had during our two weeks in Scotland. The food was delicious (we both chose the tasting) but the service was equally terrific. We were checked on throughout our meal and truly felt appreciated. It is a higher end dining...

We decided on a impromptu visit to St Andrew. And looked for a nice restaurant to eat. I thought it was further away, but literally a five minute taxi journey. When we called to book I asked if they could arrange a taxi to pick...

Fantastic restaurant! Great staff, food and ambiance

By far the best restaurant in the St Andrews area. Price performance excellent! Please note that a menu with 3-4 courses is served. You will be enthusiastic! Promised!

The food and service was fantastic, wonderful experience.

Our first Michelin star dining experience and wow....now we know where the term fine dining comes from!! Who knew that a Veloute is a soup?! we do now!!! ;-) Not just any soup though as far as soups go, probably the best ever we had......

Excellent 3 course lunch menu and the food did not disappoint - tasty and superbly presented. Staff were outstanding and all in all this was a splendid dining experience. Good value for money too - inclusive little extras like bread and an amuse bouche make...

Another visit to the Grange for lunch ,staff very friendly and helpful,the 3 course lunch menu is excellent and very tasty,the food in the Grange is top class and is always presented very well ,it is one of our favourite places to visit and we...

I only wish I could give it 6 stars. The food is pure perfection, the wines are wonderful, the building is charming and the owners & staff are delightful. The owners, John and Carolyn, are some of the nicest people you’ll ever meet. The standout, of course, is the food. Each course and entremet were a feast for the eyes and the palate. If you are anywhere in the vicinity, you must make reservations. Be sure to leave time for a pre- or post- dinner drink by the fire in the snug.

Thank you, Caroline and John for a superb evening of culinary delights. May I say that the duck I had to start with, and the monkfish to follow were nothing short of exceptional not to mention wonderful Scottish cheeseboard. Highly recommend for anybody that has...

First visit to this restaurant and it excelled in every regard. Friendly yet laid back service and outstanding food. Can't fault not in any way and undoubtedly Michelin star standard. Looking forward to coming back as soon as we can!

Amazing food, great staff and a lovely setting

A slightly intimidating menu, but all five of us enjoyed every mouthful. Excellent crusty home-made bread and decent Picpoul and Rioja. Sound service, especially from the shy young waiter. An excellent experience and great value for money.

We visited for lunch and had a great time. The service was brilliant and very personable, the food was spot on, we will definitely return!

Very nice place great food great views… Highly recommended

Really good experience with delicious food, good service and great price: the menu of 3 courses on a Sunday for lunch it was 30£. Can't recommend it enough!

Had a simply perfect experience on our recent visit. Food was unbelievably good. Service was delivered with finesse in a very unobtrusive manner that added to the evening. Something that is not easy to achieve but when it is delivered to this high standard it’s...

There is no other place like the Grange Inn and it’s our absolute favorite place to visit whenever we are in town. From the views, ambiance, food, and staff - it’s such a magical place and a must-visit for anyone visiting St Andrews or Scotland....

Excellent food, service and atmosphere of personal dining. Recommended.

Two couples visiting At Andrews for a small celebration. The restaurant was recommended to us and what a treat it was. Made to feel welcome as soon as we arrived. Seated promptly and drinks served, we were treated to a wonderful dining experience. Every last...

We booked the Grange once again and had an excellent meal. The value for the 3 course Lunch is great and the standards achieved excellent. Friendly service and charming setting overlooking the East sands and St Andrews Bay in the distance. Tasty "amuse bouche" and...

Nice atmosphere, good menus, everyone can find something tasty to their liking

My wife and I had dinner here to celebrate our 40th anniversary, and it did not disappoint. The staff were both friendly, helpful and efficient, and both the quality and variety of the food was excellent. In addition to the dinner menu, there were lovely...

We've been before and always enjoyed it, this visit was no exception. Although lacking any atmosphere as the restaurant only served 6 people all night, 4 of them us! Having said that, the food, service and friendliness of the staff and the owner was excellent....

This was our second visit to this wonderful restaurant and was as good as the first. The building itself is a converted farmhouse with beautiful thick stone walls that make for a cosy experience. Staff are friendly and attentive without being overbearing, we couldn’t have...

A unique and exciting menu with something for everyone without compromising on taste. Outstanding quality and service. Will be back

Lovely spot with great service and good food.

Quite a nice welcome once it was confirmed that we had a booking. The food was lovely - every course was tasty and unusual. The staff were attentive and friendly. The overriding problem was that we felt very rushed - as soon (if not before)...

Great lunch food was well presented and tasted amazing. Staff were very attentive and friendly. In beautiful setting would def go back

Visited with a few colleagues for an after work chin wag! Service by our waitress - Tilley - was excellent. Very prompt and friendly. Great dinner.

We ate at the Grange Inn last week with a group of 12. Carolyn greeted us at the door and showed us into the private room. It was so cozy and beautiful. The menu is so unique and a true break from the usual fare....

With all the ups and downs in the food industry, I will only give out my opinions on good restaurants. There were plenty of bad meals on our tour of Scotland, thankfully this one was one of the best. Service A+ You can tell this...

Recently had lunch at the Grange Inn. Wonderful 3 course lunch very well presented. Along with little extras in freshly made breads., Canapes and tablet made the meal a little bit more special. Staff very attentive, good selection of wines and all very reasonably priced for this quality of food. Would definitely recommend.

Amazing food and fantastic service. Great for special occasions.

Was here 4 years ago when I dropped my son off at uni. Just had his grad dinner here as well - booked it 6 mths in advance. One of the best places in the area. As always top quality food, generous portions, fantastic service. There were plans to add some rooms which would be awesome. Dessert out in the garden with the view !

Without a doubt the best dinner we have experienced. We are from Southern California and have many fine restaurants. Everything about the night was perfect. Atmosphere, service, presentation, food. Owner very cordial and spent time talking to us. Appetizers between main courses were excellent. I can not put into words how much we enjoyed. 10 out of 10.

Intimate experience, as the entire restaurant only seats 24 guests I believe. The service , the food , the presentation and the setting in the country 10 mins from St Andrews . Truly wonderful and not to be missed IF you can get a spot!

Had the most amazing lunch for my mothers 90th Birthday from start to finish. The food was so very delicious and the menu had something for everyone of our party of 6. Attention to detail and super friendly staff made her special day even more...

We dined at their restaurant with another couple one evening in 2014. It was an excellent evening in all regards. Visited the pub afterwards, we were even treated to the bagpipes! Walked the beautiful grounds afterwards. Definitely recommend this place! Look forward to staying as B&B guests! -Canadians

Try his is a lovely restaurant with great service and innovative food. Amouche Boucher and a very good wine list. We were lucky to book just before the Open.

My wife and I have visited The Grange many times since the Kelly family took it over 10 years ago. It has always been excellent though our visit last night surpassed even our high expectations. The standard of cooking and the tastes achieved were extraordinary....

Had a lovely lunch today at the at the grange. Amuse Bouche of humous. Lovely sourdough bread and salted butter. Hock terrine dressed and a blue cheese mousse as starters. We both had the pork belly with pommes Anna and kale For desserts a berry...

We recently had dinner for 8 in the private dining room. They had a fire going in the fireplace when we arrived and the table settings were beautiful. The view out the French doors is special. The service was great and the staff professional and...

If you are in St. Andrews, you simply must eat at The Grange Inn. We ate there a few years back, and it was great. We ate there again in June with friends and our dinner was fabulous! Every detail to attention was fabulous including...

Our dining at the Grange was magnificent. We dined here 3 years ago and the experience is as wonderful as it was then. Attention to service, cuisine and drink selections are still rated a 5 for me. The 3 course fixed menu ( I pay...

The food was good and well presented and in a timely fashion. The older lady who served us was pleasant and helpful. This was a special anniversary meal and booked months in advance and the staff knew about it. No mention made when we arrived...

Great service , great food at a great price ! You got to try it to believe it ! Celebrated my birthday here and it was as good as it gets !

The food is extraordinary!! The restaurant is very pleasant with nice views. The staff is really nice. We highly recommend it!!

Really lovely food was cooked perfectly. The staff were wonderful could not fault it. Fabulous location

Party of 6 on a weeks tour of East Scotland all rated this restaurant the best. Three courses at a moderate price included a number of extras making it a fine dining experience.

A visit to the Grange for wedding anniversary lunch Have been coming to the Grange on a number of occasions .food is excellent well presented and prepared Service very friendly and helpful , can't fault anything allways a delight to come back

Lovely restaurant with a nice view. The food is delicious, takes advantage of the local ingredients and is very reasonably priced for 3 courses.

First time visitors. Remote location, quaint and rustic decor, lovely countryside feel with excellent views. Staff are extremely welcoming and we’re attentive throughout. We had the taster menu at £70 each, very much worth it for a special occasion. Drinks are quite expensive but that...

I have to echo an earlier review on how well all the pieces of this meal fit together. Every element of every course was spot on and delicious. The Grange itself is lovely and the service was just the right amount of attentive. I was...

Beautiful food and service outstanding!

After reading all the online reviews we had really high expectations on The Grange and it did not disappoint! The food is absolutely delicious and the service is great. It was without a doubt the best meal of the holiday and it's really fairly priced. Everything was just perfect and we can't wait to go back. If you are in the area, this is a must!

Was exceptional staff very polite couldn't fault it on anything