The best restaurants in Highlands and Islands

Major disappointment. My boyfriend and I were very excited to experience this hotel and restaurant. The room ended up being a bit cramped, but was clean and nicely furnished. A few staff were very courteous (kind and accommodating for minor requests), but the host and his senior staff were notably cold and bordered on disdainful. We were most extremely disappointed by our engagement dinner. My fiance proposed the day before, and we couldn't wait to enjoy a dinner at this highly-reputed restaurant. It was barely half-full the entire time we were there, but they refused to seat us at one of the many empty tables (which remained empty the entire time) by the windows. We accepted this, determined to make the best out of the evening and still enjoy the lovely restaurant and each other's company. The service was terrible. It wasn't long before our appetizer plates were empty, our cocktails were long empty, and even our water glasses had run dry. We flagged someone down, which seemed to irritate the senior staff even further. What nerve we had, asking for beverages whilst seated in the middle of a half-empty fine dining restaurant. Our appetizers were delicious, but the main dishes were not anywhere close to worth the price. The vegetables that came with my entree tasted like barely-seasoned steamed fare I easily prepare myself at home. By the time dinner was over, we felt like pariahs, despite the fact that we hadn't once made a scene or become disrespectful in our interactions with staff. Perhaps they were having an "off" night trying to train new employees, but the fact that we told them this was an engagement celebration and yet continued to be treated like an annoyance left us both feeling extremely disappointed. Thank goodness we found a humble restaurant at our next destination to make up for the botched celebration.

This is now called Cafe India and the website is no longer relevant.

Excellent food. We were the only people in which led to a bit of a lack of atmosphere.

Dinner only- What an amazing experience from start to finish! We were greeted warmly at the door and were taken care of so wonderfully the entire time. We enjoyed the tasing menu with friends in celebration of my husbands birthday and it will be one of the most memorable meals of our lives. Each course was carefully presented and we enjoyed the wine pairings as well. Cocktails were on point and Alan didn’t miss a beat with our crazy groups requests. We can’t wait to return to Skye again and maybe next time we will stay at the lodge.

Simple and good Sunday roast. Service was young and excellent, price fair. Recommended!

A great cosy bar located on the edge of the River Ness, with a nice chill atmosphere. An excellent job by James, the bartender as well who is very friendly and welcoming.

Lovely food . Great breakfast and well presented. Very friendly staff

This is a hidden gem of a place. Nothing to look at from the outside but inside it's great. You can eat in the bar or there is a separate eating area. Menu maybe a little limited but if you are a curry lover there's plenty of choice. Friendly staff, great food and reasonable prices.

Just had an awful chewy bagel with a dollop of cream cheese which was inedible and no suitable excuse given. Just that what I had chosen is usually not cooked well! Actually the bagel was like rubber £4.50 and no refund offered only cake and I’m diabetic! Certainly has reduced my enthusiasm of ever coming again. Wish I had taken a photo because it was a mess.

Best sandwich I have had for a long time. Great place

Absolutely fantastic Tacos! Also try the Quesadillas with the sauce! Some of the freshest food we have had in Scotland so far! A must for when you are in Portree! Take away and then go look for a place with a nice view- perfect!

Heel druk. Eten van redelijke kwaliteit. Het duurde enige tijd voordat het bestelde eten werd geserveerd. Je moest het eerst in een lange rij bij de balie bestellen.

Adorable little ice cream shop in Nazareth. Get your ice cream fix with a layer of 50's vibe added in thanks to the decor and music played. From a normal twist, black raspberry, or pumpkin soft style (current choices), to a long list of hard ice cream flavors (teaberry included), to milkshakes and sundaes, there are plenty of choices for any ice cream lover. 🍦🍨🥤

Incredible scone, worth the visit

Great place to eat , excellent atmosphere. Staff very welcoming and friendly. Food was delicious, well worth a visit.