The best restaurants in Highlands and Islands

Like others, Cullen Skink, perfect. The best I've ever tasted too. Pets positively encouraged by the staff, who integrate and offer treats, if owners accept. Just a lovely place to drop into. A little gem.

We felt very lucky to have visited when the 5-course tasting menu was available. The pheasant, scallops, and savoury choux buns were particular highlights, but the whole meal was delicious. Excellent, friendly service too. Made our month, thanks!

Stopped by after a walk in brisk weather last spring to warm up with a mug of what I'd been told was the best hot chocolate. It definitely didn't disappoint, decadently delicious. Sampled a few of the chocolates and they were all excellent as well. Looking forward to stopping in during my next visit in Brora

This hotel has very lovely rooms, all with an amazing view. The dining room has a conservatory with a view! Nicely decorated rooms with a tartan touch, comfortable beds, clean bathrooms, superb power showers and hot water, with good WiFi signal in the room. Food in the restaurant was delicious with lots of variety on the menu and the specials. Staff were all lovely, Warm, friendly, helpful and the service was excellent. Breakfast is pre-ordered the night before so it’s served very promptly at the time of your choosing. If you are stopping anywhere on the Islands, book a room at this hotel, you wont be disappointed.

Very clean cafe with friendly staff. Food was so good, fresh and the portions were large.

Spent two weeks in Nairn and visited this cafe nearly every day. Excellent food at a fair price. Service is very friendly and welcoming. Highly recommend.

Wanted to love it but was quite disappointed in the meal, particularly considering the price point and that it’s marketed as fine dining. Service was disjointed (servers were very nice though) and food was mediocre.

A must visit! Returned several times.. our absolute fave restaurant in Thurso. Great service, great food..

A very nice gallery. Be aware that despite historical reviews it no longer operates a cafe. Some really great local art, jewellery and small souvenir items.

Hugs both xx from us Dafthermits..

I stayed in Rocpool Reserve Hotel in August 2018. Chez Roux restaurant was one of my main reasons for staying there. The hotel itself is worthy of its 5 stars. The welcome to the hotel was warm. The building is beautifully furnished with a relaxed atmosphere. The staff were attentive but inobtrusive, making my stay very enjoyable.

We always have a fantastic experience at Orrin. I suffer from a food allergy and the level of care taken by staff puts me at complete ease that I’m safe in their hands. They’re also able to advise on what parts of a dish will involve my uncommon allergen and it really shows the care and dedication taken with the food they make - and the knowledge of their produce. I don’t feel the same level of reassurance elsewhere, regardless of price point. We’ve paid more locally when dining out and Orrin blows them out the water. The food is always outstanding, and even my fussy 12 year old says the food is ‘amazing’. For those 18 and up, the cocktails are also delicious. We joke in our house that our tummies are sad after leaving. We look forward to cheering our stomachs up again soon!

Always friendly and welcoming, no matter how busy they are. Service and food are of a high standard.

Food was delicious, Michelle is chef is amazing at her job

Really nice, fresh cooked fish and chips, well worth the drive to come here. Delicious!