The best restaurants in Culloden and Ardersier Highland Highlands and Islands

This is now call the Cabot Highland. We were in the area and trying to find some food to have for dinner without having to head back into Inverness or having dinner at a Hotel. This popped up and was about ready to close when we arrived at 5:45. We walked in and asked if they could accommodate us. Everyone was very pleasant and assured us they could. We had the best meal of our trip. Not only was the dinner lovely and serve good but the view phenomenal. I had fried haddock with sweet potato fries and peas. Plenty of food and truly wonderful. My husband had a bowl of chili with beer. Nothing fancy just really good food, great service at a reasonable price. We would return.

My family and I were lucky enough to stay at Culloden house early January 2025. We had come from Australia for a white christmas and planned to see Culloden battlefield the first day the opened on January 3rd. Firstly the property is outstanding! So much attention to detail and everything so beautifully presented. Secondly, which is probably most important, the staff are also outstanding. We stayed in various places for the month of December and Culloden houses and staff provided the most outstanding service. Every single one of the staff members were outstanding and gave exceptional customer service. I originally booked the accommodation with Fiona McClean last February and her service at that time was so professional and friendly. She advised you would be closing for maintenance right after New Year, but then offered to find out if any other guests might want to extend their stay, and if so, would definitely open for us. Within 24 hours she was back to me to say yes , you would definitely open for us and they delayed maintenance to fit in with our plans. Right from the very first dealing, Fiona gave a very positive impression and I knew our stay would be wonderful. From the moment we arrived we were treated like royalty. We were advised that we were in fact the only guests and we were all upgraded to a suite which was a wonderful surprise. The lady on reception, the man greeting us and taking our bags, and all the staff in dining room for both dinner and breakfast gave such excellent customer service and all made us feel very important and special. The breakfast lady insisted on packing a small take away bag of food for 2 grandaughters who didnt make breakfast. So a very big thank you from all of us. I am in a service industry and I do know how hard it is to get staff who care. Yours are all very special. We were only with you for one night, but it was an exceptional way to finish our holiday

Booked two nights (Aug 10-12th) here as we were ending our Scotland trip, and it was a perfect place to finish. Parking is provided in a lot or along the quiet street. It was a little confusing at first glance, because there are two buildings (across the street from each other) labeled "The Star Inn," and one of them had a sale sign on the outside. After realizing one had a locked door, we headed to the other where we were greeted by locals and directed to the bar for service. It took a couple minutes for the bartender to finish up and greet us, but she was lovely and promptly checked us in, grabbed our keys, and showed us the way to our room across the street. The first thing I noticed was the incredible smell! It smelled amazing, fresh, comforting...l considered asking how I could bring the smell back to the states. The walk in area, halls and room were spotless and cozy. The bed was crisp and fresh, and the bathroom was huge. Numerous fresh towels and toiletries were provided. There was also tea, water, a small fridge, a television, menus, WIFI, a small desk, lots of outlets for charging, and nice lighting. The Inn is within walking distance to the water, and there are some small shops that weren't open on a Sunday. It was about 15 minutes of a drive into Inverness, and about 5 minutes from Inverness airport. Would absolutely recommend staying here, we loved the small amount of time we did!

As we were in Ardersier we decided to pop in for lunch. The menu isn't huge but it doesn't have to be, it catered for all our tastes, some of which are more difficult than others. We found the service was very good, very attentive and helpful staff. The food didn't take long to arrive and we'd had quite contrasting options, a vegetable curry and baked potatoes. No complaints about the portions and the food was very good. Certainly worth a visit if you're in the area or have been to Fort George.

We went to the café twice as on arrival we were ready for a cuppa and enjoyed lovely brownie, blondie and coconut slice. At lunch we enjoyed Lorne sausage sandwiches and salmon panini. The coffee and tea were very good quality too and the prices were very reasonable..

Great place for a good coffee and cake

Acabo de tener un hermoso almuerzo de Navidad aquí. 3 platos + petiit fours y café. El personal fue genial. Espero que vuelvan a abrir a mediados de febrero.

Popped in for a Lunch. The fish and chips were freshly cooked to order, and good value. Staff were friendly.

Gray food and coffee. Lovely surroundings. Very pleasant service. Would have been 5 star if not for smelly dogs at near table.

Well respected local baker. Bread, pastries, pies, cakes, and their signature marzipan apple. In more recent years they've started selling tea & coffee, and soup & sandwiches for lunch. And of course they're known for their bespoke birthday cakes. If they're quiet they can appear closed, as the entrance does look quite dark, so you really do have to walk up to the door.

all the food was fantastic, very satisfied bellies many thanks

Shop is never open and the owner has a terrible attitude.

As we were staying nearby we thought that we would try here as the menu is a little more exciting than the usual pub lunch. It’s a small, welcoming place. Dogs are welcome in the bar. I had risotto whilst my husband had the steak and ale pie. It was all cooked well and tasted delicious. The service was excellent. If we were staying longer we would certainly go back again.

Fuimos a almorzar, pero la comida parecía poco apetitosa y había muy poca elección. Decidió simplemente tomar un café que era bastante estándar.

Had a couple of coffees and some cakes and sat outside in the fort and ate them. Was a good place to get refreshments.