The best restaurants in South West Scotland

I have to say this was one of those experiences in life where expectations got exceeded. Honestly folks best Christmas lunch I have ever had commercially, Scottish sourced meats. Scottish fish so thats a good start. The blade was cooked to unctuous rich but perfectly melt in your mouth perfection, the Turkey was moist and generous. Both accompanied by well cooked vegetables of which the 2 stars of the show where the braised carrots and the perfect Dauphinoise. Honestly so good our meal was followed with good quality deserts and a perfectly crema topped espresso. Still not finished a slate topped with hand made warn mice pies such short pastry, very good end to near perfect meal. Hats of to chefs and servers if this standard moves on as they progress we will win gold soon in the culinary events. Life long learning

We visited yesterday and was very disappointed with food. We ordered fish & chips what we got was 4 fish goujons and frozen chips with salad which was mostly packet lettuce 1 pint orange juice halfpint shandy and 1 mocha. Price £49 00. Not worth the money

Me and my wife got 2 ciabatta sandwiches, the brie and cranberry, and the pastrami, pickle and mustard. All the ingredients were really fresh and the sandwiched were delicious. The pastrami was outstanding 10/10. Very friendly staff. Great lunch spot

Best Pizza Place in the whole of North & South Lanarkshire…. & beyond I normally get a delivery & thought I’ll pick it up for a change , it was great to meet the gang & an open counter you can see them make the pizza , & an honour to sign the bench.

Fantastic cafe. Lovely staff with good food. And great homemade cakes!

Best shop in Kilmarnock for a tasty treat, if ice cream is your naughty pleasure, this wee gem will be your Paradise

Beautiful location, delicious food with care taken to ensure dietary needs are catered for. I enjoyed a delicious bowl of Cullen Skink, with coffee and cake to complete the lunch. I will definitely remember this spot for a future visit.

We stopped in briefly for a quick coffee/tea and pastry. It was warm and cozy inside. Small but welcoming and friendly staff. My husband said it was the best cup of tea he’s had for a while and I enjoyed my coffee and pie. Just be aware there is no baby change or high chairs onsite.

2 and a half hours after ordering and our food still isn’t here. Not acceptable.