The best restaurants in Heldon and Laich Moray Highlands and Islands

I have watched the postings from this restaurant and the reviews by diners for over a year. This was the first opportunity to sample it for ourselves and it did not disappoint. The warmth of the welcome and the personal involvement of the chef were really unusual. The meal started with a rich tomato soup amuse bouche . The starter course of marinated sticky monkfish on a dressed salad was superb - tasty and optimal size. We both had a whole lobster accompanied by a bed of various vegetables and served with fries. We loved it. The desert of a cherry/ apple/nut strudle was soft and delicious. We had a reasonably priced bottle of Romanian Pinot Noir which was smooth and flavourful . I finished my meal with a Springbank 12 Malt and my wife had a brandy. For what we had,we thought the final bill was remarkably reasonable. We will be back !

We were a bit disappointed this trip. The veg curry with the biryani was tasteless but sweet The special garlic curry was also tasteless and sweet and very coloured red with artificial food colouring They don’t seem to blend their sauces, everything had huge chunks of onions The naga mirchi is good, and HOT But everything else we tried was disappointing Rice is expensive

Just popped in for a Feta Salad. They accidentally put avocado in it, but asked if that was OK before serving it. It was more than OK - it was delicious - took the slight edge off the feta. Very tasty.

Great ice cream at Rizza Ice Cream Shop. Flavors I haven't even had in Italy. Pink grapefruit and blood orange are worth trying.

Been to shop loads of times such a lovely shop and staff. Stock is always great and prices great to. Kids love visiting and attending events organised through the shop. So helpful and generous and your always made welcome.

We went here to get some food for a beach picnic and this lovely local sandwich bar did not disappoint! They had a nice selection of bread/rolls to choose from as well as an array of freshly prepared fillings. They have homemade soups and homebaking available too. Sausage rolls are to die for - so you need to try them! All very reasonably priced too. Oh and if you like your fish - they have a fresh fish counter too!

We visited Seasonal Flavour when they were at the Braemar Gathering. I enjoyed a fantastic Highland Venison Burrito. One of the few times I've had venison. And a Crispy Buttermilk Wild Pheasant Sandwich with fries. My husband loved it, my kids loved it. Great meal!

We loved our visit to the Coffee Cart after a riverside walk. Run by a lovely, chatty lady from Lossie, the coffee was delicious. We didn't eat cake, but they looked delicious. Highly recommend.

It is quite an expensive restaurant but it was busy. I ended up with an open fish sandwich, £13! It was nice though.

Great service. Food was amazing g. Will definitely be back.

Absolutely perfect. The haddock was the best I've ever had and I'm getting on! It was beautifully cooked, lovely light batter, tasty and flaky, served with horseradish peas salad and lemon. The peas tasted like they'd just come out the pod literally. It was absolutely smashing. Friendly service too. If it wasn't 500miles away I'd go every day!

Popped into The Bothy for morning coffee and a scone with a friend. Alas no scones - plenty of sweet cakes which we did not really fancy in the morning. So I asked if we could please have toast but the waitress didn't think so. I asked if she would mind asking in the kitchen which she did and she came back and said no sorry you can't have toast.I should have known because we had heard the gentleman next to us ask if he could have a roll with bacon and Lorne sausage together. The waitress said they did not like to deviate from the menu. On the menu there was a bacon roll and there was a Lorne sausage roll but they could not put that into one roll . Surely you try to please your customers if you want them to come back. I know my friend and I will not be rushing back.

Friendly service, delicious food and tasty coffee. Such a warm welcome and attentive service, without being overbearing. The posh sandwich was amazing, the paninis stacked with chicken. True value for money Book ahead on a busy day as it’s a popular destination (quite understandably!).

This is a lovely restaurant, just reopened with a new chef. Excellent service, couldn't have done more for us. The food was great, best curry we've had for a long time. I went with my husband and son and we all enjoyed our meal.

Always a queue which is indicative of how popular. Order always taken promptly and the portions are plentiful. Good fish and chips. Thoroughly recommended.