The Pier Cafe in Stirling

This establishment has a fairly simple menu from which the food is wonderful superbly presented and served with a smile. In addition to that the scenery if fantastic. Best way to visit is by the Sir Walter Scott steamship from Trossachs Pier, Loch Katrine

Decided to grab a bite to eat after a long walk around the area . So glad we did the goats cheese tart was amazing . Great service and lovely location .

We crossed the loch on the ferry and stopped to eat before walking back. We sat outside with a wonderful view of the loch. The bacon roll and smoked salmon roll were both very good. The staff were very friendly.

Stopped here for lunch, I had the smoked salmon which was very good, the staff were friendly and nothing was too much trouble and provided water and snacks for my dog. We returned a couple of days later for breakfast and again was very good....

This is a gem of a place. The people are lovely, the food is fantastic and location is stunning. It really is a great experience eating here. Not to be missed.

we took a 2hr cruise on the steamboat Sir Walter Scott and this was the halfway stopping point, lovely little cafe in beautiful surroundings, we enjoyed some delicious sandwiches, freshly made on the premises, spotless and clean and friendly staff, our table looked out over...

Underestimated the walk from pier to pier so arrived as the staff were closing for the evening. There was no ferries and the local taxi service non-existent. Feeling exhausted I was not looking forward to the remainder of the walk back. That's when one of...

We stopped for coffee and cake before a long walk. Such a beautiful place to stop at the edge ofLoch Katrine. The staff were so friendly, I would have liked to eat here after our walk but it had closed by then!

Very nice conservatory area overlooking Loch Katrine. Good local bottled beers. Nice food. I would recommend the Cullen Skink (thick fish soup).

My friends and i called in at this cafe for a snack. There was ample room for parking. The staff were friendly and very helpful. We ordered coffee and each person had a delicious home-baked cake. The view through the windows is very attractive. Very...

Drove from Loch Katrine Lodges and happy to find this gem of a place selling great coffee and cake! Friendly staff.

I was there with my mum and dad we enjoyed the best home made scones with jam cream tea and coffee. I must say the service was outstanding and so friendly. It did take a while to drive the route but the stunning views on...

The view all around is breathtaking, then to our surprise this was more than a cafe the food superb, better than many good restaurants. The owner also very friendly and helpful letting stay over in our motorhome in the car park overnight.

Visited here with a few friends from a car club that I run and unfortunately we wont be back. As there was a few of us we all sat together across 2 tables and all ordered at once as you do. When it came to...

We had lunch here after our ride from Callander to Loch Katrine. The cafe was very cyclist friendly. The food and coffee was delicious and the view was stunning! We had our toddler with us and the facilities for him were great - the baby...

We stopped for a relaxing lunch with my wife. Very friendly and welcoming staff. We sat at the table by the window - stunning view over Loch Katrine. Delicious soup of the day with tasty paninis, good coffee. Place is clean and spacious. We will definitely stop by next time.

Lovely welcoming cafe, it’s got it all! Great food, good service,wonderful views & family & doggy friendly.

It's obviously over 10 years since we last made the journey to end of Loch Katrine. Simple fact was you got stunning views but nowhere to sit down and have a cuppa. What a pleasant surprise to arrive and see that The Pier Cafe was...

What a Beautiful setting on the edge of the loch. The service we received today was excellent and varied menu available. Well worth a visit. We well definitely visit again soon.

Back again for another coffee and scone, love this place, cannot beat the views anywhere in Scotland. Great place if you are in this area. Top place.

This is a hidden gem. We were staying in the big house next to the cafe and couldn’t wait for Wednesday morning to come to sample the full Scottish breakfast we weren’t disappointed it was brilliant, all 9 of us ate something different and nothing was a problem all came together and was perfectly cooked. We even called the next day for tea and a cake. Great staff and a lovely dog. We even wild camped outside on our last night

We came for brunch/lunch in the sun and watched the weather close over Loch Katrina as we ate very tasty soup and sandwich combos followed by tiffin and the most delicious coffee ever. Well made, rich fragrant and deep. My friend’s Earl Grey was also declared special. Lovely service. A special place to seek out

Found this wee place by chance and because the Inversnaid Hotel was not open yet re refurbishment, thank goodness there was a sign at the road junction pointing us in the right direction otherwise would not have known it was there. So glad the Inversnaid Hotel was closed other wise may not have come here. Lovely cute wee bistro with fabulous scenery with seating and tables next to large glass panels over looking Loch Lomond. Great menu too and licensed so I had a wee cheeky prosecco, well it was my birthday! The host was very friendly and very generous too. We opted for the cullen skink and it was delicious, thick with fish and potatoes and fabulous creamy stock and came with hot bread and butter. Fabulous place and well worth a visit. Other patrons also very friendly, thank you x

I've visited several times for . The food is great and congratualations to the lads for putting on the music night! Food and atmosphere great. A good turnout on what was a foul night.. weather wise.

We were so impressed that the Pier Cafe team put on a private dinner recently for my 30th. The food was amazing and they even went to the effort of creating vegan options for my fiancé. Great service and stunning food!!! Fantastic!

Stopped in for a cuppa to warm us all up on a very cold but stunningly beautiful day. What a find this wee cafe is. Lovely staff, lovely coffee and (after giving in to temptation) amazingly tasty cakes! Good value for money too.

We called in just as the owner was closing but he made us very welcome and told us not to rush. We had two lovely hot lattes and succumbed to some of the home-made tray bakes: the chocolate brownie and the coconut and raspberry slice definitely got a thumbs up.

The cafe has changed hands but food and service remain excellent. It must have one of the best views in Scotland even on a dreich January day. Well worth a visit.

This place is worth diverting to if you are in the area. The coffee and home made scones are reason alone, but the ferry across Loch Katrine stops here too making for a really good day out. There are good marked paths for all abilities and a car free road (except for local traffic) if you want to bike the 14 miles between the ferry stops - and take the ferry back at the end. Its not possible to cycle round the loch, this is strictly along one side only. It's a great ride, but bring a picnic, there is no cafe on route.

We came across this restaurant one day and was so impressed by the food and service visited again during our short visit to the area. Food was reasonably priced and delicious all freshly made. The staff are friendly and efficient. Dogs are made welcome

A stunning place for cakes and coffee. The staff remembered us from a year earlier. Wish it was nearer home!

Accueil sympa mais avec chaises sur les tables et chorégraphies de balais brosse autour de notre table. Ça collait un peu sur les tables et ça ne sentait pas le frais malgré le ménage alentour. Pris les quatre heures, bon sans plus

Fabulous leisurely lunch, the perfect start to the weekend. Amazing food comes out of that wee kitchen!

Staying at Kinlochard,had a trip out to Loch Lomond,as always fantastic views and scenery,never tire doing it! Went along the road to Loch Katrine,loads of pristine views all around. Pier cafe open and very busy with cyclists,walkers and tourIng people from a few different countries.Good,friendly welcome,nothing a bother,great choice of food,quickly and well served,deserve to be well supported giving great service off the beaten track,well done!

Had a late lunch at the Pier Cafe today. The weather was stunning so the cafe was full of cyclists, walkers and Sunday day trippers. Although they were busy, Brian and Ciaran took time to have a chat and remembered my intolerances from a visit months ago!

We were staying nearby and the cafe is a lovely surprise. Breathtaking views, friendly staff, very good food and drinks, dog friendly, reasonably priced. I could go on.

Four ladies On sat nav mistake Found this hidden gem With outstanding views and welcoming staff We eat out every Thursday at different places but food here was the best we have had for a long time The prices were surprisingly very good and they also served half portions which suited a couple of us Tricky road down there though One track for a few miles but was well worth it Joan Joyce Jane and Isobel

We made our way here because of all the great reviews. Well, that and there is nothing else for miles. The location is stunning and worth the trip alone. We decided to get a wee bite to eat and the owners could not be more accommodating - 100% of customer service. We had the burgers and they were very overcooked but to be honest we didn't really care. We said and took in the view. Avoiding breaking our teeth on the bacon - yes it was that hard - and enjoyed the days

We had a refreshing pot of tea at this cafe, taking in the peace and tranquility of the Loch. Heavenly!!! The food looked delicious, however with a dinner booked elsewhere we did not indulge. Great setting and friendly service.

We ate here a few times during our vacation in Scotland and we always felt very comfortable. Food and staff are absolutely great and the view over Loch Katrine is stunning. I even ate Haggis here....yes, I liked it.

We were staying up in the lodge nearby and visited for lunch a couple of times. The food was great and the service very friendly. The weather outside was grim but the views were still stunning.

Having spent 2 weeks on a road trip around Scotland, including Edinburgh, Inverness, Aberdeen, Stonehaven and Glencoe this was by far the best eatery that we found.

On a trip out to Aberfoyle we found nothing which tempted us for lunch so followed the sign to the Pier cafe and were glad we did. Everything was freshly made and very tasty. Soup and half a ciabatta was just right for lunch. We managed to share a couple of cakes between us too as they were too good to refuse. The view over the top of Loch Katrine was just the icing on the cake.

The drive to Stronachlachar is long and windy but this cafe/restaurant makes it all worthwhile! A surprise find when touring with friends, the location is superb right on the shore of Loch Katrine. The food (we had soup, sandwiches and cake) was great and the menu varied. They serve alcohol too so wine with lunch is a possibility! Dog friendly and lots of outdoor seating for those sunny days. I’ll definitely be back!

Friendly staff, menu not on clear display when you walk in, not the best value for average food, but stunning view of Loch Katrine from the conservatory. Boat trip from the adjacent pier. Cycle friendly.

We were staying locally as a family of 5 including 2 kids and visited every day (sometimes more than once) for breakfast, brunch, lunch and/ take-away coffee. The service was truly Scottish: relaxed, friendly and genuine; the food was fantastic and the coffee was incredible. Thank you!

We were staying locally as a family of 4 and visited every day (sometimes more than once) for breakfast, brunch, lunch and/ take-away coffee. The service was truly Scottish: relaxed, friendly and genuine; the food was fantastic and the coffee was incredible. Thank you!

We were staying at Lochside Cottage on Loch Katrine. The Pier Cafe was recommended as a great litte place. We had lunch there several times and enjoyed it thoroughly. Food was very good and plentiful. Staff was extremely helpful and friendly. Highy Recommended!

We stumbled upon this place when asking directions to continue the drive around Loch Katrine (you can't!). But the good news for us was that The Pier serves excellent flat white coffee, which we enjoyed with scones, while watching the mist drift over the countryside.

Stopped on a bike ride from Aberfoyle to Loch Lomond and back. Great location, great selection of food, proper food + coffee and cake.

After getting of the boat we had lunch here before cycling back, a warm welcome and an average breakfast with a great view over the Loch

We were staying at Stronachlachar for a few days, most visitor's comment in the holiday cottage visitors book recommended eating here.

Visited after a trip on the Sir Walter Scott from Trossachs Pier. Friendly staff and delicious food which is fresh, tasty and home made. Delicious tray bakes too. My only negative comment would be that the place could do with a good clean! Highly recommended nonetheless!

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Good food , friendly staff gluten free options. Dog friendly so really helped to make our day out very enjoyable

This cafe has a beautiful location at the top end of Loch Katrine. On weekends the cafe stays open late for evening meals (best to check opening times though). The standard of food here is better than a lot of restaurants. We had the haggis fritters - done in a beautifully light tempura batter for starter. My husband enjoyed venison and buffalo sausages while I had a venison burger for mains. There were plenty of specials and vegetarian options. Staff were very friendly and chatty. Don't be put off by the remote location and give this cafe a go. Oh and beware the elf in the ladies' toilets.

Caught boat to Stronachlachar with our bikes and stopped for lunch. We had an amazing salad with black pudding and nectarines followed by cake. The table overlooked the Loch and if the weather is hot you can sit outside. This set us up for the ride back to the Pier at the other end of the Loch. The café can also be reached by road via Aberfoyle.

Absolutely incredible cafe, the staff are so friendly and the food is delicious and served hot. Definitely one of the best cafes I have ever visited. Five stars is not enough.

Beautiful find after long drive, situated at end of Loch with fabulous views. Friendly welcome & great food. Nothing not to like!

Excellent lunch in gorgeous location. Really enjoyed lunch. Service was good even though quite busy.

At the end of a long journey a godsend..only had a well deserved ice cream but so wish I had stayed and had some of the wonderful fresh cakes on display. Definitely the next time I visit.

We moored here whilst on a trip taking our steam launch to the head of the loch. A superb lunch in a superb venue on a stunning day. Absolute bliss all round!

Visiting lock Katherine after a recommendation and we were not disappointed. We parked on the pier and set out for a walk with our terrier on returning we stopped for lunch excellent service from the staff, one of the owners brought a bowl of fresh water for our dog which he welcomed. The menu was well stocked with choice and the venison burgers delicious

During a 1 week holiday in the Trossachs, I ate twice at this tea room after cycling the 13 miles from the Trossachs Pier. The first time I had the chicken ciabatta which came with roasted red peppers and salad. As I was extremely hungry after my cycle, I also ordered chips as a side. The second time I had the cullen skink followed by a Lorne sausage roll, and finished off with a huge piece of carrot cake!!

Went on a spur of the moment overnight camping trip to the Lochs. We pitched the tent on a nearby lochside beach and had lunch at the Pier Tearoom, the cullen skink was great, very rich with cream and full of smoked fish, yum! After some hiking we returned for dinner, the fish and chips were everything you'd hope for and my husband had the beef burgher with delicious home made onion rings. The menu wasn't vast but had a couple of daily specials including sole and steak. The restaurant is licensed so we had a reasonably priced bottle of wine with dinner and they have a good selection of bottled beers and lagers.The cake and Earl Grey tea to follow was so good with a great home made taste. All the staff were friendly and helpful and the setting with views around the Loch is breathtaking. We loved it and indeed the next day had tea at breakfast and cake and iced coffee before we left for home, thanks for making our visit extra special.

Great location. It is amazing to have lunch with such an amazing view of Loch Katrine.

Down a long winding and undulating single tack road, through forests and past locks, you do not expect such a civilised and welcoming gem. Great coffee, food, fine ales and amazing location with large windows overlooking the loch, dog friendly and with a stove for winter...I love this place and have visited a few times.

Wonderful café with stunning views of Loch Katrine, a good menu with a decent number of vegetarian choices, and fantastically friendly service.

After a 10 mile ride down the south side of Loch Katrine on a single track road with passing places it was a treat to find such a great spot for lunch. Good staff and nice views from the conservatory. Enjoyed a tasty Cullen Skink and a goats cheese tart. Not expensive either!

What a find! Beautiful food, fresh and really good value. The scone was to die for, apple and cinnamon, wow! I wanted another one but refrained! The rest of the party thoroughly enjoyed their breakfast hot rolls. Go! It’s lovely.

The food is excellent, the service is very friendly & if you can sit in the conservatory you'll have a lovely view of the loch. We were lucky as it was a beautiful day so was lovely & warm in the sun. Perhaps not the cheapest place but they have an excellent choice with consistent quality. We'll be back :)

Popped in for a drink and an ice cream. Views to die for on a perfect day of weather. Very friendly and seemed flexible on orders. Did not eat but reviews suggest well worrth doing so. Seemed busy, a good sign.

Na lekker rond te rijden in Schotland komen we bij deze Tea Room uit aan het einde van een doodlopende weg.

So we didn't plan to stop here, but there was a bus accident blocking the one road in/out, and there wasn't anywhere else to go. We decided to make the most of a bad situation, along with a few other folks. We settled on coffee, tea, scones, and empire cookies. They make their own scones in house, and it was hands down the best scone that I had during our time in Scotland. I tried many after that, but none came close.

A welcome stop after our 25km bike ride round the Loch. I always think that when you run a business you can easily do a crap job particularly in the hospitality industry. From the moment we arrived I got a sense that the owners and staff of this business really care. This is reflected in the building, quality of the food, presentation and friendliness. We chose the traditional Scottish fair which was excellent and set us up for the trip back.

4 of us ate lunch here at the weekend and we all left very full and happy and ready for a good walk to calm our stomachs. A big plus is it is dog friendly. We had a voucher which gave us two courses and a drink each and all the food was great. We had Cullen skink, haggis and chicken for starters which were all tasty and then burgers, fish and chips and a halloumi burger which again were all good. The home baking looked good but we didn't have room for another thing. The staff were lovely and the location is amazing. We'll definitely return.

The Pier Tea room is a lovely ride from Aberfoyle and is close to Inversnaid. Although it is only small the welcome is always large and the setting is hard to beat. Sit in the glass conservatory which is right on the water's edge and just enjoy the peace and quiet and beauty of the surroundings. Food is always good and there is plenty to choose from the menu. Plenty of parking outside. We visit every single time we are staying in the Trossachs. It is part of our holiday.

Lunches at The Pier Cafe @ Loch Katrine Friendly staff very welcoming and attentive Food first class Mushroom soup delicious Took some Cullen Skink Home absolutely delicious Home baking fantastic Worth a visit just for the Cullen Skink Stunning views and location A

First time hubby and i went to this eaterie.Cafe was very clean but very cold 2 electric heaters in conservatory that didn,t do much good.We had lunch with our coats on.Food was tasty enough but quite average.Staff were very pleasant and courteous.Scenery was stunning.

It is a wonderful drive or cycle from Aberfoyle to get to this establishment.The walking around Loch Kathrine is world class of course.

Visited the Tearoom for some Lunch and what a enjoyable surprise was bestowed upon us. The finest Cullen Skink I’ve had in years. Tasty, full of flavour, hearty, comfortingly creamy and perfectly warming for a winters day. I’ve had some soup in my time but this was 10 out 10 and is a meal in itself.

We visited this quaint tearoom for lunch and found the service, hospitality and FOOD outstanding. Anyone visiting diner must try the Cullen Skink soup, full of flavour, hearty and delightful. I've tasted some soup in my time but this was 10 out of 10, forget about yer high end chef restaurants this was the real McCoy ! a meal in itself

We had an excellent lunch at this delightful wee restaurant. The food was excellent, service was very efficient and the staff were just lovely. The views were absolutely to die for and we were lucky to get such a beautiful sunny day. We will definitely be taking a detour back to this idyllic spot.

I would recommend this venue for the views alone. They are quite incredible and worth the price of the meal for that alone. We had cullen skink, blackpudding salad and the fish and chips all were excellent and we would definitely return though probably in the summer as it was a little cold in the conservatory area. Staff were helpful and friendly all in all an excellent little place. Go try it.

In a beautiful spot, on a snowy few days, we thoroughly enjoyed a cosy, warm lunch to start our holiday in Scotland. Stronachlachar is a hidden gem, and the wonderful cafe owners made us feel so welcome, even helping us out when stuck in the snow!

We visited earlier this month and their cappuccinos and cakes are simply the best! We also had a pre-arranged 3 course meal for 8 of us which the owners were very happy to arrange and this was also superb! The staff are very welcoming and helpful too. The position on the edge of Loch Katrine is so beautiful.

Visited Loch Katrine with my family for Christmas. After a fabulous week staying along the road from the cafe, Having had many lunches and breakfasts at The Pier Cafe we where very impressed. Great food, quick service, friendly employees. On our last day of our stay the road was blocked with heavy snow. On being informed of our situation of having no way of getting home early in the day the wonderful Staff offered us to stay within the cafe round the fire until the snow cleared. We where well looked after and would highly recommend a visit. We will be returning in the near future.

We took friends from Australia on a trip round the Trossachs, and had a really excellent light lunch here. The food was excellent, the situation and the views wonderful and the service friendly and efficient. We all had a great time.

It was a chilly November day when we did the three lochs drive and called in at The Pier Cafe for lunch. Warm welcome, lots of heat from the massive wood burning stove, good choice on the menu and a wonderful view across the loch from our window table.

We haven't visited this area for some years & it was very nice to see the cafe updated & with an interesting menu . The conservatory is a lovely spot to sit , looking out over the loch . We enjoyed our lunch & the staff were efficient & friendly . Nice that they allow dogs but we didn't take ours in - they have no table manners :)

Always lovely to pop in when we are in the area showing relations our wonderful Scottish scenery. Friendly welcoming staff serving great food in lovely surroundings.

On a wet day, after a tour on the Steamship Walter Scott, this was a warm and welcoming place. Food was lovely and good value for money

We visited here on a number of occasions this week. The views are spectacular, food was really delicious, as a non meat eater there was plenty of options, the halloumi burger was the nicest veggie burger I have ever tasted, we ate every morsel and love every bite on all 3 occasions we had pleasure to visit. Breakfast was so tasty, oh and treat yourself to a dessert, you won't regret it.

Living not far from this stunning tearoom my husband took me out for a "surprise" spot of lunch, after a beautiful scenic drive we arrived at this beautiful and very friendly cafe most welcoming staff quickly served by staff fresh food served all at very reasonable prices, lovely home made leek and potato soup followed by smoked salmon and oatcakes my hubby also had the soup but had the half ciabatta we both sucumbed to the cake and finished off with coffee and Lemon Tea, delicious

We have been here a few times now, a hidden gem with stunning views of Loch Kathrine and the "Sir Walter Scott Ferry".

The cafe itself is good, the location is very good, the fact that it is here at all to serve good food and drinks in a remote location is FANTASTIC!! We just had tea and cakes this time but as usual it was friendly, prompt and good value. The hot chocolate with cream and marshmallows is a meal in itself - beware!

not been in this are for ages. the café is fantastic and Castro is an absolute delight! beautiful coffee, delicious cakes and a warm friendly welcome. scenery stunning as always. promised ourselves that we will be back

Stunning location, great food and welcoming owners. We ate twice here, both lunch and dinner. Lunch was excellent, especially the roasted red pepper soup, and the filled ciabattas were lovely, though how we noticed anything we were eating, given the amazing views from the conservatory, is hard to say. Dinner was similarly impressive: my wife had the chick pea madras, which she liked so much I was tasked with trying to recreate it as soon as we got home from holiday. I of course fell short. The fish and chips was good, but the only criticism I would give is that the chips were not the large, hand-cut ones that would have been a more fitting companion for the excellent fish. My ocean pie was fantastic. Desserts were very elegantly presented, and very, very nice. Normally would not go near cheesecake, but it was certainly enough to convert me. Can't wait to go back. Many thanks also to owners Ciaran and Brian for the very welcome coffees after my early morning bike rides from Forest Hills, sometimes even before they were properly open. Watch out for musical evenings there as well, but the views over the loch, whatever the weather, are unmissable. Also en route were the most perfect views of Highland cattle grazing by Loch Arklet. Must also mention Castro the Labmaraner, a real star of the show. So there you go, a real find. Just make sure you get there somehow.

What a beautiful cafe right on the Loch. Fabulous food, lovely staff, brilliant service. The smoked salmon risotto was the best risotto I've ever had and the Venison burger in brioche bun was beautiful too. Cannot recommend this cafe highly enough!

Visited several times during our family's week stay beside loch Katrine.