The best restaurants in South West Scotland

We had been wanting to visit moka jaks for a while and finally got the chance. You wouldn't actually know it was there, because there's no signs on the main road, only a tiny little sign at the entrance gate which is barely visible as it's at a sharp angle, so you wouldn't notice it from the opposite side of the road, so you only know if you know..... There is a fairly big carpark but it was very busy as it was the weekend. We got to the door and there was a small que, when it came to our turn, there was no acknowledgement from staff and we waited for about 10 mins before we got any acknowledgement, other people were getting served before us? Service was definitely chaotic and seemed very unorganised! We finally got seated and waited about 10 mins for our food but we were given soups which we didn't order, however the rest of the food was very good. It is dog friendly and even have a dog menu but its very cramped inside especially on a busy day there is seating outside. We would like to try it again but probably avoid the weekend!

Visité Toffee Apples para la cena club, con mi familia. Cada plato fue delicioso, como siempre. Angela siempre se asegura de que haya una opción sin gluten disponible. Una gran noche de valor y usted tiene la opción de llevarse su propia botella. El servicio es siempre amable y con una risa. Vale la pena visitarlo.

Went here with some friends after working up an appetite swimming. Food was absolutely stellar and all staff gave an excellent service with a smile. Great range of food and very accommodating to dietary needs, it can be a struggle to find somewhere with as many options for dairy/gluten free diets. 10/10 will definitely be back regularly.

Pizza always the way you ask great team nothing is 2 much hassle will defo be back for more lovely food thanks again Kevin .

Firstly I’d like to say don’t eat here. I did put a review on a month ago and it’s funny how my review has disappeared from this site…. I looks like they can’t take bad press. Four of us went for an evening meal, 2 of us had fist and chips and they were sent back twice. The fish and chips were so over cooked that the fish snapped when you tried to cut it and the chips were the same as they bounced off the plate. We complained again and decided not to eat in the end as it was disgusting. The both two ordered burger and chips, the burger wasn’t too bad, slightly over cooked but the chips were also hard and black. Service was just as bad, meals came at different times, could get condiments even though we asked several times, we asked for Watford our dog and it arrived as we left. Overall it was rubbish and won’t go again. Don’t be dis allusioned by the good reviews because I can’t believe they are true.

Popped in for a takeaway whilst working in the area nice food and good value for money pleasant staff

Fairly basic menu at above basic prices. Service was slow. Food was OK, but no more than that. Fine for a quick coffee and to take the weight off your feet if youre in the area or at the musuem, but wouldn't go out my way to go there.

We had a pleasant dinner in the Library at Dumfries House as part of a Christmas Festive Candlelit Tour of the house. With extravagant Christmas decorations the setting for a festive dinner was superb. Service by the young staff was very good and the dinner satisfactory though no choice. It was traditional Christmas fare but somewhat dry, overcooked turkey while the smoked salmon with salmon mousse was perfect. I would do it again!

chicken nuggets are always freezing and not as good as being warm everytime i come in the foods cold

Best ice cream deserts and coffee in ayr !

A very scrumptious cream tea rounded off a very pleasant walk to the Abbey. the COVID safe protocols were very well worked out / organised. Food & Drink ordered at the window and delivered to your well spaced table. Well done all for making us feel safe & comfortable.

Awful service. Ordered a rare boxset they had in stock, only for them to wait 3 days before taking it off the shop floor, by which time it had already been sold. Incredibly poor service, definitely would not trust them to actually have in stock what their shop says, save yourself a headache, go elsewhere for everything.

Kelly has the best cafe inside here, if you’re looking for food in Ardrossan then this is the place to go!

On a cold day and in need of something hot to eat we popped into the Coffee Pot while passing through Cumnock. More of a traditional cafe than coffee shop they have a decent menu of Scottish favourites such as macaroni cheese and chips, mince and chips, haggis, soups etc., and a selection of hot filled rolls (including a roll ‘n mince) as well as more exotic fare such as chicken tempura. We chose a couple of ranch burgers that were perfectly cooked, nicely presented and very tasty. Service was warm and friendly and, all in all, this is a super cafe.

Fantastic, what a great meal, great menu, fab staff good prices, We will be returning very soon as its not far from us at all!