The best restaurants in Highlands and Islands

Lovely food that we have been wanting to try for a while, attentive and friendly service, book to avoid disappointment.

We stayed on the other side of the harbor and walked the 15 minutes to The View for lunch. It was a very wet and blustery day. The delicious food (venison burger with chips and goat cheese flatbread) and the fantastic view of the harbor with its fishing boats and pastel buildings made the walk well worth it.

Lovely tearoom with lots of options (including those for vegetarians): baked potatoes, salads, soups, sandwiches, falafel, burgers, cream teas, cakes and traybakes. The crab roll must be popular as it was sold out when we visited. On popularity - best to ring ahead and book a table if you can (no dogs allowed inside, outside there is a small uncovered seating area where they are welcome). I hope to visit again. I have eaten a lot of rocky road in my time, it is my favourite thing to get if it is on the menu so I consider myself quite the connoisseur. The rocky road at this tearoom is the best I’ve ever had. Staff also very friendly, and there is a wonderful view out to Brough of Birsay.

If you’re in Shieldaig you must stop here, the minute you enter and feel the relaxed and friendly vibe and smell of fresh food cooking you will already know you’ve stumbled upon a gem. We had two morning rolls with black pudding and they were of supreme quality and priced fairly, the home made cakes are to die for and the coffee is great. It’s an interesting cafe too with local information and crafts to browse.

Really nice and relaxed evening in this lovely restaurant. Service was prompt and food was very tasty, we had the seafood chowder and haggis starters, lamb main and chocolate brownie dessert. Great food, well presented, also good value for money compared to other options in the village (limited!). Would highly recommend!

We have been to the Clachan many times. The atmosphere is great and staff are always friendly and welcoming. Food is also exceptional! Would highly recommend.

Personale molto gentile e disponibile, il pub è piccolino e si riempie subito. Abbiamo atteso 30’min. quindi consiglio in alta stagione di arrivare prima… abbiamo preso una zuppa del giorno molto buono (7£), un trio (salmone affumicato, salmone cotto e 3 cozze) con insalatina, un Fish e chips (18£) non dei migliori assaggiati sinceramente ma le patatine molto buone. Totale in due 41£

Restaurant was only open very limited hours at the time of our visit due to Covid restrictions. Had a nice meal and wine at reasonable price served by very helpful, friendly staff

Absolutely fantastic shop with a great selection of food and other useful things. Service was brilliant and really friendly - lovely coffee too! A very good pit stop after a walk on the beach.

The freshly baked goods here are very delicious and quite well made. The coffees were a delight. The service was friendly and I enjoyed my time here.

Really nice. Went for lyallpuri. Generous portions. Although really busy served really quick. Would highly recommend

Great little chippy. Friendly service & the fish supper was freshly cooked to order, tasty & not greasy at all.

Joli Bothy. Personnel très accueillant. Parfait petit déjeuner, ou déjeuner, délicieux, gourmand et varié. Nous y en 2023 et y sommes retournées en 2024, par gourmandise.

Délicieux et traditionnelle, rien à dire ! L’ambiance est très agréable, le cadre également. Je recommande vivement ce restaurant :)

Had a wonderful overnight stay. Friendly, welcoming staff. Quirky but very comfortable bedroom. This was the last night of a 9-night tour and I think we saved the best till last. Had the venison for dinner which was out of this world! Breakfast was also excellent. Cosy bar and coffee lounge. Will definitely be back.