The best restaurants in South West Scotland

We fondly remembered the sandwich station from a previous visit to the island a few years ago, so we just had to visit again during our latest holiday. We ate here twice during our week (once with the Mogabout island tour) and we were not disappointed. They still serve great sandwiches on great bread so if you are visiting Arran you have to go there. Just make sure you are hungry as the sandwiches are substantial.

Sunday lunch the 26th of November and fully booked months ago. Easy to see why....Fantastic food great ambience and service. Very relaxing better than any Glasgow or London experience. Starters of local crab and stuffed mushrooms followed by the most delightful local lamb and beautifully cooked Haddock.Topped of by a lovely home made carmel and apple pie....a byo and no corkage charge . A big thankyou to bRino? In the kitchen and wonderful service from Valirie and Jessica..Alan and Christina Dunn Largs....a must visit for good food lovers.

A warm welcome awaits you in this little friendly restaurant by the campsite in the village. Lots of delicious options for veggies and vegans including deserts.

I’d come to Arran solely so I could eat at Mara. Kirsty and Gordon ( and Flora) run a fantastic little restaurant. The food has not been less than excellent and the service is friendly and welcoming. As they warn on their website the seating inside is limited but there are benches right outside or even on the beach side of the road. We ate here 5 times in 7 days this visit (brunch and late lunch on Sunday!) Already planning to get back here next year.

Decided on a spot of lunch so headed here, we had a delightful lunch, served relatively quickly and the food was fresh. Washed down with a coffee and after a little visit to a rather unique little gift shop. Well done all.

A France meets Ayr night at The Bistro-gorgeous cocktails;interesting menu- onion soup,duck,bourguignon and fish were beautifully cooked; service was,as always,immaculate. Thanks to the whole team for a really lovely evening- looking forward to the next one.

Outstanding food and great service Staff were very friendly Food was on time and no waiting needed, highly recommend and will return

So pleased we came across this cafe. Delicious, all Vegan home cooked food. The breakfast was wonderful, made to order and not a quorn sausage in sight! Coffee was perfect and the staff very friendly. It’s no surprise to see they have won awards. 😊

Sadly the Biggar Flavour bakery shop closed on 29 June 2019. The owners continue to operate "The Orchard" next door where some of their bakery products are still made available along with jams, preserves, etc. The main difference is that they no longer provide sandwiches, ready made meals or hot savoury items.

A friendly welcome, lovely atmosphere, great local homemade cakes on the counter... Everyone was spoken to individually by the owner waitress and her husband cook. They really make you feel one of the locals. I wet day to visit the coast and castles, and this is just where you need to stop for good quality food at great prices. Thank you

Can't recommend Mibbies Aye highly enough. Great friendly service and the best rolls around! Sneaked in a few cakes as well as they all looked so good. Great coffee to wash it all down. Got to give this place a try if your in the Hamilton area!

Este es el mejor restaurante de comida india / nepalesa. El menú de la hora del almuerzo es genial, y los precios son excelentes. 2 comidas por £ 20. Qué más se puede pedir. Solo viernes y sábado a la hora de comer. La comida es excelente, vamos la mayoría de los fines de semana, y Jack es un gran anfitrión, nada es un problema con él. Seguiremos apoyando a este maravilloso restaurante.

Fabulous setting in summer for outdoor dining. Always best to book. Indoor seating also great especially window seats

Fantastic breakfast rolls. Great range and variety of veg and vegan. Excellent service. The quality of food is a level above local rivals.