The Keel Row in Argyll & Bute

Was expecting great quality fresh food . But very disappointed . Looking forward to local mussels but off the menu . Scallops were fresh but the sauce let it down and the bread was stale and expensive . Both in the end had fish and chips , that was two very small pieces of fish each , couldn't hardly see any fish , most likely frozen due to the texture and appearance . Staff were excellent and beer was good

Friendly welcome and good service along with some very good food which we enjoyed - good job we booked as they were full . Definitely recommended, and we would happily go back.

Great outlook. Good choice of beer. Popular with locals. However, I saw they had been included in the GoodBeer Guide 2025 . As a member of CAMRA, I gave my card over and showed my voucher. The person who was serving was friendly said she would ask. . No deal, sorry not able to accept. The bloke came from the back, who clearly was the landlord or manager then started serving behind bar and boy what an attitude, no charm at all. Shame really as he spoiled our visit. It may be the end of the season, but no need to be rude.

Went on both evening we stayed in Fionnphort. On the first night we had a meal in the restaurant. The staff were friendly and helpful and efficient. I had the vegetable curry which was fine, I would have preferred more spice but accept that is personal preference and they are catering for those who like it mild. My partner had the fish & chips which she said were good. On the second night the restaurant was closed so went for a drink in the bar. Again the staff (John) was friendly and helpful. There was a huge selection of whisky while my partner had wine. A

Good local food and service both done brilliantly!! Lovely place , scallops and mussels were superb and all staff were excellent, helpful, and attentive- I like this place a lot !!! 👍👍👍👍 …….😎

Lovely restaurant, great food and friendly service. The pub has great atmosphere and Billy Connolly playing in the toilets. Really glad we went in here

Stopped here for drinks afew times whilst camping just down the road and it's a lovely friendly local pub with great character and great views from the beer garden and the restaurant. Thistly cross on tap too which I've never seen before. Staff and locals really friendly and welcoming. Booking is a must for tea and we ate here one night. The food was top notch and the waitresses all really pleasant. Definitely return and recommend 👌

Lovely friendly staff , changed our booking from bar to restaurant with great view over to Iona . The special was sea bass with watermelon & feta salad .. cooked to perfection & finished off with strawberry cheese cake which was a delight . Right next to our accommodation at Seaview , just perfect & dog friendly too .

I was told this place was good, but I’d not realised it was thus good. Varied menu, all courses perfectly cooked, friendly staff, convivial environment. Were we staying longer on Mull we’d go back. Definitely add this to your list of excellent places to eat on Mull.

Not many places to eat in Fionnphort but Keel Row was a friendly pub restaurant with a variety of good dishes. Be sure to book ahead during the busy season.

Lovely cosy pub. We went for dinner after a day outdoors. Fire was going and there was a nice welcoming atmosphere. Great service from Claire who looked after us. Food was great and served quickly.

Another excellent meal at the Keel Row. This time Sunday lunch. We chose the roast beef but there were plenty of other tempting options. The beef was superb and plentiful, lots of interesting vegetables too. We both went for the delicious lemon meringue pie for dessert but a difficult choice as the other options were also favourites. Staff really pleasant and efficient and we were very impressed by attention to detail.

This place is run by locals and gives a warm reception and has a good atmosphere especially in the bar (complete with a cosy fire). The restaurant has more of a cafe feel about it but does good food. We came here a couple of times and enjoyed both. Would definitely return.

Wow, a wee gem of a place in what was a desert food wise. This community opened enterprise is punching way above its size for the quality of food. Staff are welcoming, friendly and enthusiastic about “ their” establishment.

I came here with 5 friends for food and drinks and it certainly did not dissapoint. The pub has a cosy warm atmosphere and overlooks the bay across to Iona, and the food was exceptional. The staff were very attentive and friendly and I would definately recommend. Booking is a must. Thank you all

Had the pleasure of dinner in this fabulous pub and went back the next day for lunch as the food was so good. Lovely friendly atmosphere and fantastic staff. I was lucky enough to be served by Claire, Hannah and Chris during my visits and they were all so welcoming and accommodating. Would definitely put this pub 1st on my list of places to come again when I return to Mull.

Great menu at reasonable prices with interesting local dishes on specials board. Lovely staff, excellent service.

Brilliant little pub / restaurant with stunning views across the Sound of Iona. Didn't have starters but had 2 fantastic seafood mains, complimented perfectly with a lovely bottle of Viognier. Staff were brilliant, attentive and friendly despite being very busy at the time. Looking forward to our next visit!

Are you people who thought it was great speaking about the same place we went to for dinner. I have used the keel row for many many years, and NEVER HAVE WE BEEN SO DISSAPOÍNTED..... I had booked the table back in May for my husbands birthday dinner. We walked in told them who we were they showed us a table, so we sat down waiting for a waitress to ask if we would like a drink. 30mins later after visiting the bar myself the drink arrived, we had ordered Prosecco which was not properly chilled. Eventually we ordered our meals. Waited a further hour, until they appeared. My husbands steak costing nearly £30 he said was the worst steak he had ever eaten. My pan fried salmon had never seen a pan, it was done under the grill.and my daughter's and my veg were supposed to be seared well they had been boiled within an inch of their lives. As some sort of compensation we were offered a cheese platter, and 2 small bottles of Prosecco. My and my daughters [who is a qualified chef] is that we will never visit again, which is a great shame as it used to be so good. My advice to you prospective customers is BUYER BEWARE. its very amature and slip shod, also the toilets want a really good clean. We were afraid of picking something up.😒

It was almost as if they hadn't expected to open the day we turned up for lunch. The guy behind the bar taking our order acted like customers were unexpected. The food turned up promptly however and was, at best, ok. My fishcakes were dry and bland but the green veg was well cooked and tasty. My partner's coleslaw was discoloured and looked like it had been on the plate for a day or two but his chicken burger was okay. Shame, as there is a steady stream of ferry customers to cater for.

Excellent food and a great atmosphere. A really good choice of beers including several deal ales on draught Informal and dog friendly ( in the bar). I would certainly return

Travelled from Craignure into Finnophert. Stopped off for lunch at a little pub/restaurant named the Keerl Row. What a lovely welcoming atmosphere within and such friendly accomodating staff. Had a bar lunch, I had steak & fries, food was delicious, steak cooked to my requirements, only complaint, plate seemed a bit under presented...sorry. Had a chat with one of the staff members named Clare. She was really friendly and appeared very knowledgeable about the Island, giving us a few good tips regarding where to find beautiful beaches, the beaches you directed us to were absolutely picturesque. ..thanks for that Clare. All in all.. I would return to this little pub again...loved the relaxed homely atmosphere.

Visited for a couple of drinks before food at the shed. We did ask about food but was advised that they were full, although didn’t seem many in Enjoyed a couple of pints, staff were friendly enough and place had a good vibe with a few locals and visitors coming and going

Stopped off before getting our ferry to Iona and had a cracking lunch. Great service and staff very friendly. Fried chicken burger was delicious and also tried some of our daughters Mac and cheese and delicious again. Nice and filling and worth the money for sure considering the location. Yet to find the mermaid but our daughter kept her eye out on the boat. Thanks again.

Friendly staff and good food, a cozy atmosphere, What more could you want. We will definitely be back soon.

My wife and I turned up at 7pm as per our booking. We ordered one starter and two main courses. The starter arrived at about 19.40 and it was very nice. The mains were eventually served to us at 20.37 by which time the restaurant was nearly empty. The servers were embarrassed as the problem appeared to be in the kitchen. When paying I commented again on the long wait for our food but said it wasn't the fault of the servers. Summary- good food but terrible service.

The locals have done a great job of bringing this pub and restaurant back to life, but there is a little work on the detail to be done. The menu choice is reasonable, put does not make enough use of some of the local food that is available. They have local steak, but no local seafood, or if it is local it is not advertised as such. There are no specials. The food was tasty and the portions were a good size and well presented. The restaurant has a fantastic view out of the front window, but the layout of the restaurant means that not all guests can see it. Turning some of the tables round by 90 degrees would change this. My partner had a great view, whilst I was looking at the toilets. Not great when the solution is so simple. The service was mediocre. Asking what ciders were in stock was met with a response of being told they just sold a draft apple cider. During the meal we saw into the fridge, where there were a whole range of fruit ciders. Similarly a request for a rose win was not met with an offer of choices which were available, but the waitress made the choice. The waitresses did not seem very happy to be there. The lady behind the bar was lovely and very welcoming. The waitresses need to learn from her. The starters were brought promptly. 40 minutes later the mains arrived. No apology and no explanation. That is simply not good enough. There was also no check, either during the starters or mains that the food was ok. Finally, the waitresses were happy to stand at the bar, but not taking empty glasses off of the table and checking whether new drinks were required. If fresh drinks were required you had to call one of the waitresses over. Although the restaurant says booking is essential, we saw several guests come in with no booking and get tables. It is a shame the service did not match the location. If the service was better and the menu choices a little better the restaurant would be perfect.

What a great find the Keel Row is. Terrific bar with a great atmosphere for drinks before and/ or after an outstanding dinner in the restaurant with spectacular views over to Iona and very friendly and efficient staff members who couldn't do enough to help....

What a travesty. Nasty food done badly service off hand. Small portion of fish overbattered, chicken burger straight from Iceland and a chickpea tagine that was sparse and tasteless.

Cosy pub with some great ale and lovely food. Really friendly and welcoming barman(even brought treats over for our spaniel). Chilli Nachos were huge and lovely spicy bite. My wife loved her pulled pork panini and the spicy Cajun fries - good food well presented...

Went for food at 4.25. And was told food was finished at 4.30. Was my birthday. So went staving . Don't thing we will back. Unbelievable for a Sunday. Missed out on probably £50

A great pub and restaurant, saved by the local community, serving locals and tourists good food and beer in a fabulous location.

Don’t be deceived by the lack of impact on first impressions from the outside this is a lovely lively pub with a good selection of alcoholic drinks. There’s seating inside and outside with stunning views over the harbour towards Iona. The restaurant has a small...

what a gem. places to eat locally are far and few between....this place looks pretty basic from the outside but step in and youll find a really warming local pub in one half and a restaurant in the other. the menu is uncomplicated but precise,...

We drank here a couple of times when staying nearby, and had dinner here once. The staff were friendly and welcoming, and keen to hear about our holiday and advise on where to go locally. The food was lovely, very well presented and a balanced...

Visited three out of the four nights stayed at fionnphort and was not disappointed . The food was delicious each time, the staff were kind and friendly, and the entertainment afterwards in the bar, was appreciated. Thankyou

Stopped here for lunch here after visiting Iona, it’s a lovely place with a real fire going. The staff were welcoming and very friendly. I had the Avocado & poached eggs on toast and my husband had the tuna sandwich. Both were tasty, good quality...

Called in a couple of times while at Fidden Farm. Great pint , and lovely food. Booked ahead and table ready for us. We had our dog with us, that was no issue. Luckily there on a Thursday night with Callie, this was brilliant, local...

I really enjoyed myself while in Fionnphort and the Reel Row is a great place to relax and have a wonderful meal. The staff were all very nice and after my dinner let me set and watch the sunset over Iona. A very enjoyable dinning...

Mid week August 6 pm meal for 3. Prebooked which is probably essential. Dining room has new tables but quite close together, possibly uncomfortable if full. Diners seem to be limited by number that can be served from the kitchen so at least one party...

The extended family has been visiting Mull for over 50 years, and we are very glad that it is still possible to eat at the Keel Row. Congratulations to the local consortium for ensuring it remains open. There are clearly some teething problems during its...

We read the reviews and as this was the only place open on the Tuesday evening in Fionnphort, so we booked a table for two. Wish we hadn’t. On entering we approached the bar and ordered a couple of drinks and asked for them to...

Reserve ahead for this popular restaurant. Good very good. Pub side looks cozy but we were just in the restaurant side. Service good but the kitchen was slow. Relax and enjoy.

1st visit since new owners, very limited menu, most of which is too fancy, needs a much improved menu, with more, simple meals, they don't have a steak, or gammon, or chicken or scamp , don't mind paying restaurant prices, but need better choice. We...

Dropped in a couple of times, bar was friendly with great views from the outdoor area. Lentil Soup was particularly good

When we were given menus we were told that there were no mussels, no Caesar salad no black pudding and no Parmesan Well that meant that 3 out of the 5 starters were not available, no mussels available for mains either Waited an hour for...

Very good food in a friendly atmosphere. The pub is very well located overlooking the bay and Iona. Would use again and 100% recommend.

Popped into the pub on the way through to visit family and an enjoyable visit it was too. The landlord was a cheerful chap and was more than happy to talk us through the ales and beers on tap, and there’s a very decent selection...

Visited the Keel Row with a friend for lunch. A limited menu of homemade soup and a selection of freshly made sandwiches but the club sandwiches we had were delicious! It was a lovely sunny day and so we sat outside in the beer garden...

Visited the keel on two occasions, both times we eat in the bar, really good service and dog friendly food was nice

Not nice in appearance either outside or in, which is off-putting before you start. Once you go in, the pub side looks ok but the decor in the restaurant is horrible, utilitarian and with no effort to appeal - more cafe style than pub or...

This is a community run pub in Fionnphort just a few minutes walk from all the B&Bs. It offers tasty pub style food in a friendly atmosphere. One speciality are the locally sourced mussels on the menu.

The pub is cosy and welcoming, with log burner, and very dog friendly in the bar, with well behaved dogs getting gravy bones as treats! It has an excellent barman, Simon, who is calmly efficient, kindly and friendly. A special draw was the Superior real...

Food excellent and not overpriced. Just changed management and the team are friendlily' You need to book as demand is high, so if your planning to go book as soon as you can

We ate here twice and both times the meals were very good and large portions. The staff were friendly and welcoming.

Contacted the pub ahead of our visit to Mull to check if dogs were allowed in as we hoped to have dinner there. Reply came back saying we were fine to eat in the bar as dogs not allowed in restaurant but they didn’t take...

Made our trip to fionnphort a bit more interesting. I must say, we didn’t stop for food, just drinks. They have plenty of local whiskeys to try. Everything on draft was lovely and cold and fresh. There was an open fire, we even had some...

Greeted by friendly staff. Good choice of food both on the menu and as specials. Service was excellent as was the food. Sorry we waited until the last night of our holiday to try it!

Recently reopened under community ownership and management, the food and service were really good. The food is good and wholesome and the staff are excellent. Best wishes for continuing success.

We had been on the motorbikes for hours and were keen for a good tenge of beers and good food and we found both at the Keel-row! The langoustines were a treat as a starter and the fish and chips hit the spot. Great pub...

So lovely to have the pub open again…greeted by friendly staff. Great choice of food, beers and wine. We had a lovely family night out on Friday. Also called today for a lunch time crisps and pint, nice chat to Mark who pours a great...

Basic takeaway but good portions and well cooked. Ideal after a long day in the fresh air. All as ordered and prepared on time. Pizzas are very good. Thank you.

Lovely friendly staff dinner was amazing. Place is spotless will defo be going back. Made us feel very welcome

Se dovete cenare a Fionnphort, ci sono ZERO alternative, quindi muovetevi per tempo (gli orari sono tipicamente scozzesi) e fiondatevi qui!Da fuori si fa fatica a capire che sia un pub, sembra una villetta come quelle a fianco che ospitano B&B e abitazioni private; dentro non è niente di che, anche se c'è una bella vetrata e dai tavoli vicini si vede il mare.Siamo giunti poco prima delle 19.00 (quindi prossimi alla chiusura, sebbene abbiano accolto anche qualcuno arrivato dopo di noi) e ci siamo seduti subito. Il servizio è solerte, il menù non ampio (diverse opzioni erano esaurite): noi abbiamo diviso un antipasto misto, quindi abbiamo preso un pasticcio di pesce davvero buono e una discreta bistecca di Angus. Conto non economico. Di sicuro non c'è di meglio...

My wife and I took refuge here after finding everything either closed or packed out in November on Iona. Short ride across the bay and up the main road. I was very pleasantly surprised to see they offered vegan options and had the chilli, which was very nice. Deprived of my Tamnavulin whisky by my wife, who suddenly acquired a taste for it, we ordered another couple, and they all went down smoothly. Played some solo pool out the back: it requires some flexibility but it was a very pleasant way to spend a couple of hours waiting for the last bus back to Craignure.

Stayed locally and enjoyed three tasty suppers. A variety of local produce. Best to get there early (start at 18.00 and are often finished by 20.45!). They don't have a reservation list but they are very efficient. However, get a drink at the bar, request seating for supper and then find a seat in the bar and your wait for a table (in adjacent room) doesn't seem that long.Friendly locals and we enjoyed a locals' music night with accordion and guitars.

This was a gem of a place to eat in Fionnphort and right next door to where we stayed. They don’t take bookings but have a unique system of seating where they put you on a waiting list from 5pm for dinner at 6pm so you can sit and have a drink or two while you’re waiting. Then people are staggered so the kitchen isn’t overloaded. The staff were friendly and welcome and the good was top notch, much better than you might expect. We loved it so much we ate there twice.

Abbiamo mangiato per due sere e ci siamo trovati molto bene, piatti buoni e lavorati diversi dai soliti noti, ottima vista, pub annesso con cui poter scambiare due chiacchiere con la gente del posto.

Ate here 3 times: the first time the main course was excellent, the second was middling, and the third was awful. Surprised it has a Certificate of Excellence.Restaurant staff generally quite friendly, and the reservation system does actually work ok. If you want to eat early though, suggest you get to the pub before 6pm to get your name down.The pub is quite cosy - only problem is that the young lady running the bar is not friendly at all to visitors (though friendly enough to the locals). A bit off-putting. Selection of beers and ales is good though.Basically, there isn't any choice in Fionnphort, so just have to make the best of it!

Can’t fault this place really. Good,honest pub fare at reasonable prices. Staff were all very friendly. Good size serves. Nice view of the bay at Fionphort. Definitely worth a visit after yomping round Iona. The pub part is very cosy and friendly too if you just fancy a drink.

Good choice of the usual beverages in the bar. Hearty portions, well cooked in the restaurant. Need to arrive before 18:00 to get on the list for dinner.

High points: We got to know the fella running the restaurant and could have spent an age with him. Average points: The food. Not a low point as such but decidedly ok. My curry was fine. Tasted just like the one I make at home. Which is very workaday. Husband’s venison mush was fine he said.But pesto oil? Instead of olive oil with balsamic? For a nibble? No thanks and never again. Expect to pay about £14 for a main course. For me, that’s way over priced. But what do I know? One lady was so impressed with what she had (I’m assuming that wasn’t bread and pesto oil or curry) she handed over a massive tip on her way out. I left a more modest one as the chatter was nice and the food cane quickly and was piping hot. But that’s it. No big shakes and no catastrophes. Just.... ok.

Had a most enjoyable night in a fabulous bed and breakfast. Amazing views over loch and Croft from the bedroom and the guest sitting room. Karen and Colin were great hosts, who made sure our stay was comfortable, relaxing and enjoyable. Breakfast was excellent, Karen’s home made bread and muffins were delicious! The local inn in Edinbane provided excellent food at reasonable prices just a five minute drive from Lochshore house, highly recommended.

La comida estaba muy buena, el fish and chips excelente, el sitio es tranquilo, aunque extraña que te digan que tienes que esperar 20 minutos (a nosotros y a gente que vino después) cuando aún tienen muchas mesas vacías, pero no teníamos prisa y esperamos tomando algo (y no fueron 20 mins al final) tienen un pub en el mismo edificio y tuvimos la suerte de que ese día los lugareños se juntaban para tocar con varios instrumentos musicales, trompeta, oboe, guitarras... nos gusto mucho la experiencia!!

The Keep Row is basically the only place serving dinner in the tiny village of Fionnphort, so it's not surprising that getting a table, getting served and then getting the bill is not a particularly relaxing or smooth experience. You certainly feel the pressure the staff are under to fit in all the demanding tourists.

The food was so good. You can't book a table, but go on a wait list. Good menu and several specials. They don't over fill the restaurant, so staff aren't rushed and you can eat in peace. The food was excellent and my main (slow roasted beef rib) was cooked to perfection. Prices are average for the island. Will definitely be back on our next trip.

Pas terrible mais pas le choix ! Il y a un autre restaurant un peu plus loin mais qui n'accepte pas les enfants !!! Ou sinon le petit kiosque en face du bateau mais ce n'est pas un resto car il faut manger dehors uniquement sur une table en bois de pique nique. Système de réservation un peu bizarre. Il faut traverser le bar et vous présenter vers 18h pour réserver une table. On vous met sur liste d'attente et vous dit de revenir à telle heure... Bref... Pas le choix de toute façon.

After a long day at the wonderful and special island of Iona we had dinner at this restaurant.

Popped in for a few pints as we where staying at the Fidden Farm campsite. Lovely little place, very warm and welcoming staff and locals. Good choice of drinks and food available. Nice little beer garden looking over towards Iona. Worth a visit.

We ate two nights here and both nights the food was excellent, they don't take bookings you just turn up that evening and they put your name on a list and 30 - 40 minutes later they come for you, we waited in the bar and chilled with a drink.

Restaurants exist because of us. We rely, when needed, on restaurants, poor restaurants cease, quickly, to exist - symbiosis. When you are the only gig in town and you are rude, ignorant, condescending and serve adequate and highly overpriced food then we, the customer, choke. Irony. We know living in the isles is expensive, value and politeness to the Tourists, costs you nothing. Start spending, will you? Go to this place, only because you have to. The kids serving were awesome. Don’t blame them, the owner is the issue and they are the reason it’s. 2 and not a 1. Ryan air Restaurant.

We sampled a couple of lovely real ales here during our stay on the Isle of Mull. So real drinkers do not despair it’s there to be found if you look hard enough.

Grumpy bar service. Felt like we were an inconvenience! A nice little pub in fact only one in the village. Has a good selection of booze though. Oh and the toilets are awful.

Just an amazing deluxe burger with cheese, bacon and pickle. Juicy and tasty. Lovely view over the bay at the outside tables .

Would like to review food here, but none eaten. We arrived at 6pm when it opens, to be told we had to wait 1 1/2 hours to eat. No way. They do not take bookings, nor is there any information posted to tell you how the system works. When we asked we were told they start to take bookings at 5pm. We had not been told this the previous day. Well, they plainly have enough customers not to bother telling people how to book. But I think it’s appallingly bad service. You have been warned.

Visited here twice during our stay on Mull and it's a lovely pub. The staff are rely nice and you can sit outside and watch the sheep grazing on the grass outside.

We had a lovely meal here when we were camping nearby. All the food was so fresh and tasted great.

All the staff looked after us well at a very busy time. Good food. Stunning views. Very friendly staff and good selection on the menu

I asked the waiter, whether the expensive "roast cod" on the menu was fresh or defrosted and where it came from. He disappeared for 5 minutes "to ask", came back and said "I don't know!" End of discussion. I ordered the haddock. Big mistake: dry as a bone, absolutely tastless (and the most expensive I had in Scotland). My wife was served a lukewarm pint of Lager. I complained. The waitress wordlessly took it away and came back with a niceley cold. No excuses, just the rather silly explanation "they may have used a warm glass."

We called in for a pint 2 days in a row, and the guest ale was different and good on both occasions. A nice place to sit outside when weather permits. Would be nice to see more Scottish beers though!

This is it for suppers. Unless you've made a reservation at Ninth Wave (6 months). Waits of 1-1/2 hour to be seated, but (you owe me!) stop by at 5 to be listed for 6! Food is good, thank G-d.

Because it just .... works. And the food is very good, locally sourced and served with a knowledgeable and friendly approach. There are relatively few family friendly restaurants in the area. This is probably the best. Mark Agatha and Alice

We stopped here for a drink on a walk back From Iona to our campsite. Pint and a half of cider cost £6.60. Not sure if that’s a tourist price as I can’t believe locals would pay that! We only had the one!

This place has a tiny kitchen so arrive early if you want to eat. We were really impressed with the food and staff (more later) but particularly impressed with how they manage numbers. You can start requesying a table for dinner about 5pm and when the restaurant opens at 6pm 4 tables are let in. Everyone else puts their name on a list and are called in order meaning that the little kitchen can keep pace with orders without a long eait for customers... good plan!

This is a small restaurant in Fionnphort, and to manage the volume of people seeking to eat there, they operate on a strictly first come first served basis. They are only open between 6 and 8pm, though the bar is open much longer.

It's one of those with limited restaurants in area, so seriously overpriced for what you receive. Owner quite boorish bordering on belligerent which helps seal a poor ambience. The food itself was barely Passable and not at normal bar food level. Better eating on Iona.

Functional. There was a suspicion that the restaurant was exploiting its monopoly in the village - there is also the excellent Ninth Wave, but much more expensive and a very different experience and the ferries to nearby Iona stop around 6 pm. The manager gave the impression that he was doing customers a favour. The food was ok, though both the chicken and the pasta were slightly overdone. It was very definitely overpriced, much more expensive than one would pay in a similar establishment in Edinburgh and not as good.

We called here for a drink after being on the Isle of Iona. We were staying local on self catering so asked to look at the dinner menu. We thought it was a good and menu so called back later for dinner. We got there at about 6:30 and when we ordered our drinks the lady behind the bar told us to go into the restaurant and tell the man there we wanted a table. This we did and was told it would be about a 30 minute wait. When he called us in he showed us to our table and give us a menu and said there was a special of Salmon cooked in a pepper and garlic sauce which we both chose. When it came it looked delicious and was delicious. we went back the following evening and had the roast pepper soup and fish and chips. All I can say is we both enjoyed the meals and the friendly atmosphere in the bar and restaurant.

We wanted a meal around 7:30 and they were very busy and restaurant full, so could only give us take away (their only choice for eating on the non-booked outside tables), and even that not till 9:00. Fair enough, they warned us in advance of the delay and we were really grateful that they would give us something. When 9:00 came there was lots of room in the bar (and lots of midges outside, a bit early this year), but they wouldn't let us eat our food in the bar ... because the food was takeaway!? All sort of understandable, but it was the grumpy way they handled it all that put us off, particularly after the usual highland hospitality we had got used to. Maybe they were just very tired after a long day?

It’s rather disconcerting to sit down by a cosy log burner and hear Radio Head wailing away in the background. Bit of a dull place this, with a limited beer choice. We thought it might be charming given its location, but it was adequate-nothing more.