The best restaurants in Highlands and Islands

We arrived a little to early but it gave us some time to enjoy the gardens. All the plants were lovely and so was the food in restaurant. We only ordered coffee and some small portions, as we were between meals - but the portions were actually quite big. And very fresh and soooo tasty 😋

A cosy atmosphere, superb service and one of the best meals I have had out in quite some time. Variety of choice is of top quality.

My family and friends met here for a wake . The hotel provided a private area with the warmest of welcomes. Sandwiches and sausage rolls ,tea , coffee and drinks were served . We were constantly being checked that we had everything or needed more. Later we all had the most generous and delicious portioned meals. The menu met all our varied needs . Everything was efficiently served and the team were extremely helpful. Thank you Sunninghill.

Went out for supper for two nights running and the quality of food, presentation, menu was excellent. Between us we had: starters - mussels (best mussels by far in over 35 years), soups mains - seatrout, haddock, venison, burger, macaroni and steak sweets - sticky toffee pudding, apple tart, nougat with passionfruit sorbet, icecreams This is out of season, a smaller menu than possibly on offer in the summer and without hesitation I would go back again for a couple more nights choosing something more off the menu. Staff were attentive and very nice. I would not hesitate to recommend this establishment to absolutely anyone.

Had a great meal for 5 people for my mums birthday. I had the breaded lemon sole which I normally have which was succulent and flavoursome. My brothers large haddock was excellent and the batter was perfect. Scampi was large and plentiful. Breaded haddock was delicious. Also the banana fritters were super good. Ambience and service was impeccable - lovely people.

Exceptional food and such a lovely welcome from the waiter and waitress. Friendly from start to finish. Food was delicious. Highly recommend a visit.

This is a cute restaurant right in the town center area. We went here for lunch and ordered a couple of their specials. The service was quick and the food was very good. This place was recommended by our hotel and I would go here again.

Zona estupenda para relajarse a la llegada y tomar una copa mientras seleccionas tus comidas , a mitad de semana por lo que no esperamos una cena completa pero éramos 7 . 30 y no más llego en illonly comentario en mi entrante de comida un tiki de patata indio soso en el mejor de los casos y me las arreglé un tercio! ¿Un pato seco seco sobrecocido que se supone que tiene glaseado de miel? Se sirve con repollo rojo más grande que el pato en el plato y verduras separadas todo mal cocido.

Nice environment and the decor was good. We had a nice dinner but the waitress we had was very abrupt and quite frankly unfriendly so we weren't sure how to approach that. She told us we could sit at a table but we had to go order drinks after no service came. We also asked for the dessert menu but it never appeared so we decided best was to leave. Throughout there were only 2 tables being served so we didn't understand why we were left, understandable if busy. The younger blonde lass at the bar was very nice and apologetic for the bad service which somewhat made up for the bad experience. Overall it was alright the food was nice enough but for a quiet weekday I expected more.

Sadly this wonderful place is closing. The welcome was warm and friendly, the setting simply amazing - you look out to sea at the Pentland Skerries, Duncansby Head, the north coast of Scotland - on a clear clear day almost as far as Cape Wrath with the mountains of Scotland .......... but down to the excellent food which is not unduly expensive but served with charm and helpfulness. - we had Chowder (5*+) seafood platter (5*+++) lasange (non fish eater!) 5* and amazing desserts. Could not have been a better experience and ranks 1st equal with one other Orkney restaurant! Just sad that it will not be operating under the current management next summer! We wish them a happy retirement!

Great food and great service from a friendly and inviting staff. Best in Stornoway by far and we will always happily return

We stayed at the hotel and ate at Station Road whilst there. The tasting menu 'Mor' was really out reason for staying and it didn't disappoint (neither did the hotel!). Started with a drink by the fire - a beautiful part of the hotel. Really excellent selection of drinks, nothing else you could possibly ask for. Great wine selection too, included a wide variety of British wines which is nice to see. The tasting menu started here too - with some small plates served. Creative cooking and tasty. We went for the worldwide wine pairing menu and were served a varied and interesting variety throughout. The lady serving the wines (I think maybe the owner of the hotel) was very knowledgeable and friendly - talked us through each course and wine as they arrived. The food was good, each course was different and interesting. Smoked eel and venison were delicious and stand outs for us - there was also some bread made freshly with grain native to the local areas, and the butters served with this were without a doubt some of the best I've ever tasted! The speed of service we found a touch slow - although this is very much tied to the cadence of other diners so not really a criticism. Start to finish, we were over 3 hours - so a long meal. Portions were very small (the perils of a tasting menu) and we did end the meal a little peckish! The 'Beag' menu featured similar styles of cooking but focused around some larger main dishes. Restaurant itself was beautiful, clearly a huge amount of attention to detail has gone into the whole experience. No doubt about it, it was an expensive meal - but I feel not unreasonable for the quality of cooking. Given the location, some premium on pricing is to be expected. One of the best dining experiences I've had in the North Central/East Highland, and in a beautiful part of the world. Fingers crossed for a star - well deserved for the whole team.

One of the most beautiful meals we have ever had. The 10 course taster menu was incredibly well thought out all the way though, it was clear the entire team had a passion for their product, the serving team had an in depth knowledge of all the produce and drink, proudly promoting local. Would highly recommend as a romantic treat for those special occasions.

Another great meal last night. David and Sophie are great hosts and always take time out for a chat even when they’re really busy.

We had a wonderful meal tonight in the Bord de l’eau , efficient , attentive, friendly staff, comfortable , clean, newly decorated dining room, fresh and delicious food. All you look for, for a excellent dining experience, highly recommended