Wayfarers' Bar in Highland

Really nice pub, great atmosphere, good honest tasty food at reasonable prices. Staff really friendly and polite. Very dog friendly. Pool and darts available. Park up for the night in a motorhome, no one minds.

We had a beautifully cooked meal which we all enjoyed. Large portions delivered quickly and really good value for money.

I call in the Wayfarers bar alot when up in lochinver, Ken and Sheila the owners are lovely people but for the past two years have been worried sick about COVID, they took the most amazing covid safety precautions I've ever seen and why not there not only protecting themselves and there staff but us lot too, people got asked a hell of a lot to wear there masks but it seemed the rules didn't apply to them, I've seen first hand how people forget because I did it also, without the culag hotel and Wayfarers bar lochinver would be empty, the owners and staff will help you with anything if you only ask I highly recommend this Highland hospitality because it's real and honest.

(This took place in June 2021, however, I have only just noticed my review was not placed as my original review did not comply with community guidelines) Doing the NC 500, freezing cold rainy day whilst camping so we decided to go the only pub available in the area. The woman serving us was nice and polite but the bloke behind the bar was unnecessarily hostile from the moment we walked in. Beer was nice and it’s a nice little pub, had a few games of darts. This bloke was the CEO of Covid police. I understand people are cautious but my friend stood up from the bench to let another friend get up to the toilet and in the fraction of a second it took for him to stand up and sit down the bar man was shouting over at him to sit down. We weren’t the only people to receive this treatment. A few other tables had also had a telling off. He seems to hate tourists even though his livelihood most likely relies on the tourism the NC500 brings. Would have definitely went to another pub if there was one.

Such a great place. Interior design does not feature high on the list of priorities but great drinks, welcoming locals, a great juke box and fantastic service (care of Angie) means its the best place in town (or village ?) Oh and did I say the beef and guiness pie is sublime too.

When so many places require bookings in advance and are very quick to turn you away during these times ….this place that we would have classified as a last resort was anything but. The waitstaff were warm and were genuinely welcoming. The drinks order was taken quickly and brought to our table along with the dinner menu. The beef and Guinness pie totally hit the spot, accompanied with potato, carrots and peas. The beef gravy was the final touch to a very tasty and comforting meal. I then had three scoops of a variety of flavors of ice-cream. This meal that was presented with a smile brought a much needed warmth to what was a cold and wet day.

Literally one step over the threshold before the barmaid was screaming at me for not wearing a mask when she herself wasn't wearing one and nor was anyone else in the place. Finally managed to get served after an overly complicated form-filling exercise and didn't even get a thanks. Five minutes later the manager was out yelling at the group of four at the table next to me because they dared close the front door as they were sitting in a draught. Full on rant that lasted an awkward good few minutes in front of everyone in the place. Don't know why they sat there and took it. I was going to order food but finished my drink and left after that. Absolutely miserable pair running it. Says it all that none of the people in the only bar open in town on a Saturday night were locals. Don't know how the place survives. Looking at the reviews below it's not unusual. Horrible pair and looks like it's not been touched since the 1970's. It's a real shame as there is nowhere else at this time of year and Lochinver needs something open at night. Didn't make me want to stay in town another night with them being the only option so moved on next day. They are doing Lochinver a real disservice, everywhere else during the day had been really friendly and welcoming. Needs to be taken over by someone who cares about the business.

Worst pub we ever had the misfortune of going in. Rudest bar man ever. Horrid, nasty man. Wouldn’t recommend anyone to ever set foot in this horrid place.

Never experienced such an unwelcoming experience in a bar as this. I don't know if it was because we were English, but it felt like we were targeted by the very unpleasant female bar tender from the moment we entered. This then resulted in being chastised very disrespectfully for a momentary oversight of the bar's COVID instructions, only to see other customers not to be (and in actual fact welcomed despite blatantly not following instructions), it is hard to draw any other conclusions. It was ironic to see a life ring emblazoned with the name Sea Witch on the wall! Safe to say we drank up and left.

We had the misfortune of eating here during our stay in Lochinver. We have never experienced anything like it. Firstly there are no instructions as to what we needed to do, such as go to the bar, fill in the track and trace. The staff have no oomph, it’s like they don’t want to be there, let alone provide a pleasant service to their customers. I can only describe our visit as painful!! There is no ambiance, no character, the atmosphere was terrible. Other customers were silent, the dining room was cold and needs modernising, it smells of damp, the food was ok, but we left never wanting to go back again! Such a shame as Lochinver is a lovely place and the building itself looked lovely from the outside, but what a huge disappointment when you actually go in. Dull, tired and needs uplifting. It looks like the place hasn’t been decorated or had new curtains and carpets in decades. Surely if you want a business to be successful, you would employ staff who actually want to work and to make your customers have a great experience???? Crazy as I have never experienced anything like it.

The food served in the Hotel attached is far and away the best in Lochinver. The menu is a wee bot small at the moment, but if you like everyday excellent food then this is the place for you. The pub is great as well, they take the COVID restrictions seriously and have put a lot of effort into this with screens between tables etc. They will also take your contact details before they serve you, so don;t get stroppy when asked to do this as they are doing is a legal requirement. Great work and thanks for being one of the best places for food and drink in the Highlands.

Pushed into a carpeted dark, smelly lounge room because we had a dog!! The bar area was all laminate flooring and a lot more welcoming. Strange they want to put dogs In carpeted rooms!! Chose to have a drink outside but wouldn’t return if outside was unavailable.

My friends and I were on holiday from Glasgow completing the NC500. We arrived in Lochinver on the day of the England v Germany match excited to watch the game and enjoy some food and drinks. We arrived at 1645 and went to the Wayfarers' Bar only to find it didn't open till 1700. Instead we decided to go to An Cala cafe which was exemplary. The food quality and portion sizes were excellent and the staff were very friendly. This was in grave contrast to our experience of the Wayfarers' bar where we went after. The barman is condescending and obnoxious. My friends and I walked in, I asked him if we could sit at the free table at the back of the bar and was impolitely told to "wait outside until I decide if I am going to serve you." We waited in the reception area adjacent to the main bar of the pub and before we could even discuss what had happened the barman was shouting at me for taking my mask off even though we were standing in a large open space next to two open doors with no one else within 10m of us. He insisted we stand outside instead of the empty reception area even though there were no signs stating this. As we mulled over whether to stay for more of his award-winning hostelry, he came back out and told us there was one table available that he would give us on the condition that we forfeited the table immediately should the people who reserved the table turn up. He then told us we weren't allowed to leave the table and only one person could go to the bar and would be served once we had completed a Covid form. Form completed and handed in, he went to the trouble of putting his glasses on before spending several minutes scrutinising it before noting there were 4 postcodes on the form and the limit on households was 3. At this point we had enough and walked out. With the constantly changing restrictions it has been very difficult to keep up with the latest guidance and this had been a simple oversight on our part. His behaviour throughout this visit was rude, belligerent and his reaction to 4 postcodes at 1 table attending his establishment was as if we had soiled his bar (which would have complemented the decor nicely). Instead, we watched the second half of the match in the hire car on our phones which not only had a much better ambience, it also ensured that we didn't put a single penny in his till. I struggle to believe that anyone has had anything other than a negative experience at the Wayfarers' bar and I can only presume the bar is propped up by locals. Unless you actively enjoy being spoken to like a disobedient child by a troglodyte, then avoid Wayfarers' bar. I can only hope that the profligate attitude of this pub towards potential customers and the economic impact of Covid-19 results in the Wayfarers' barman getting his jotters.

Ate here with wife and friends whilst on holiday in Lochinver. It's the only place where we managed to get a booking. Despite it not being easy to book, the restaurant was virtually empty. The restaurant is a misearble,dour old palce with no character and zero atmosphere. The food was very mediopcre and perhaps, worst of all, the waitress was grumpy and sullen. Definitely wouldn't recommend.

Went here as booked and was vwry dissapointed to find the barman rude and ignorant. If he is the owner he should be ashamed of himself. Nothing any of the customer said warrantied his stupid replies. The town of Lochinver is a great wee place great coffee shop, pie shop and hardware store. Pity this pkace is letting the town down.

To be polite, the barman is the biggest stain in Scotland. An absolute chopper of a human being, someone who deserves nothing but contempt. Steer clear of this bar, do not attend unless you want to be confronted by the most annoying little goblin in...

Walked half an hour in rain to this hostelry and it went downhill from there. The lady behind the bar shouted at us “have you read the notices on the door about ordering, don’t approach the bar we will call you once you have filled...

great bar great service and welcome very helpfull staff. It is a big bbar for the Hotel and was a little on the cool side with it's high ceilings. But I would love to come back and enjoy a few beers and the atmosphere

I genuinely believe that this bar is only in business because it is the only bar in Lochinver. I did not like the decor or the ambience here. However, the food was OK. You can get much better for the price in the area though....

The Culag/Wayfarers Bar was where we went because we couldn't get a table to eat anywhere else. Although the staff were friendly, the food was poor and overpriced. The cook seemed to be heating up supermarket bought food, nothing was cooked from scratch and most...

Out of all the places in Lochinver this was the one with the best welcome, reasonable prices and was open most. Decor might be a bit dated but place was clean and welcoming and Barmaid was happy to make us toasties before the restaurant opened...

We have enjoyed two excellent meals in this pub. Yes, the bar is dated, but it was clean & the food was first class. The staff are very welcoming & friendly & we would definitely recommend.

My brother and I were staying next door in apartment popped in our first night and the last night of our stay as for value for money and Quality of food and staff you couldn't beat it with the dearer restaurants around.

Very friendly locals pub with an excellent selection of whisky, Guinness and little bottles of shiraz wine. It's large with basic decor. Open for lunch in a town not open during the day

The only bar which is open every day in Lochinver (from 12:30) Décor is basic, friendly service, good Tennants lager and a large selection of malts

We ate twice at the Wayfarers Bar at the Culag Hotel whilst on holiday in Lochinver in mid-September and also sampled some of their large range of malt whiskies. The service was great and our food was hearty, tasty and satisfying. The bar and serving...

A nice little bar with a good atmosphere, music playing, sport on the tv, pool table, dartboard. I can recommend the scampi and chips.

Not much more that an average An average local pub that is joined to the Culag Hotel situated in the harbour area of the village. Friendly staff serving the usual offerings.

Retuned 20 years later to find nothing had changed except the prices and the amount of customers. £4.60 for a pint no wonder it's empty!

We looked around the village to see where we could get a nice meal. Advised by the owner - Park House B&B that the pubs are always a good place here in town. Well we weren't disappointed decided this hotel was a good place to...

Only there for drinks, but the atmosphere was lovely and the service was great. It was a comfortable place to relax for a short time and very nice inside.

Small bar adjoining Culag hotel. Run by friendly staff, good selection of drinks. food available till around 9pm. Overlooking the fishing harbour

Great place to take a break from walking/driving. Very friendly people both sides of the bar. Its an informal place to relax amongst the locals.

Das ist der Einheimischen Pub in Lochinver. Hier trifft das Dorf auf Fischer und Trucker - welche aus Spanien und Frankreich anreisen. Hier wird Dart und Snooker gespielt, oder Fußball gemeinsam geguckt.

A good place for a couple of beers, watching the local colour and boats, a good jukebox and even a pool table! Friendly and attentive staff.

We arrived late in the evening where I think the cut off time for meals is 8pm. We were able to order our food at the bar and our meals were delivered in good time. Even milk and biscuits were supplied for our dog.

We had meals at most of the places in Lochinver during our stay. We found this to be the most "local" feeling and the least touristy. This is a very spacious bar/pub, with plenty of seating, and decor has not been updated in a few decades (and so seems quite... quirky). We felt very comfortable and had a relaxing drink and meal here. Service was exceptionally friendly and welcoming - more so than anywhere else we had meals in Lochinver. Prices were very low - bar menu was what you would typically expect, ingredients were surprisingly fresh and well-prepared, and portions were plentiful. We were more than happy with our experience here and didn't feel in any rush to leave. No airs and graces, no pretensions about this place - just comfortable, friendly, cheap and cheerful, with nice pub food.

Stayed in Lochinver for one night. Found this bar and had a lovely experience and banter with the bar staff and locals.