The best restaurants in South Ayrshire South West Scotland

One of my favourite places to eat anywhere. A must visit if you’re ever visiting Ayrshire. Great food and great hosts. Thank you team!

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.

Terrific to find a multi-award-winning vegan cafe in Ayr. Delicious, healthy food and friendly and welcoming staff. Busy and a great find. Highly recommended.

We have been at The Harbourside many times, for breakfast, lunch or just coffees and cake and have always enjoyed the experience. Was prompted to write a review after the particularly fantastic veggie chili we enjoyed today.. so good we didn't have room for the excellent cakes.. til next time 😊 Thanks all at the Harbourside

Ordered a gourmet hotdog for lunch today and it was absolutely delicious! The side fries, slaw and panko breaded onion rings were a tasty addition also. My Latte was perfect with the taste and temperature. On leaving, I treated myself to a strawberry tart and Wow! The best strawberry tart i have ever had! not too sickly or heavy, strawberries really juice, pastry texture just right with its crunch and the sauce was just sooo yum! The restaurant was beautiful, very cosy and relaxing to sit in. Service very friendly. All in all, VERY impressed, can't wait to return to try more! Highly reccomend, and would suggest booking as folk could only get a table if they had a reservation. Small inside but busy!

Good wee scran in honest wee cafe Went in there while my bike was being worked on by North Harbour motorcycles. Servce good and food well cooked

We stopped by for a coffee after a walk and it was really nice. Loved the decor, friendly service, and good coffee. We also got cake too, and it was nice to see vegan options.

Lovely welcoming girls and amazing food would recommend to anyone 10/10 food ! Thanks again ladies xx

Beautiful location set near the river Ayr in Auchincriuve Estate. Fresh produce grown 20 metres from the kitchen! Home made soup, sandwiches, baking, daily specials,seasonal menus...a real gem for taking family and friends......the staff are lovely.

Unprepossessing outside. Lounge closed but public bar open & lively. Everyone seemed gobsmacked that we were walking the ACP. Even more that we'd swam both days, and amazed that I'd skinny dipped. Customers & barmaid pointed us to the beer garden, but in a friendly way. The BG was v basic, just a yard. But the beer was good.

Went here last night, for two Birthday celebrations, my friends 65th, & my 80th.The food was nothing short of amazing, hot, good portion sizes, & lot's to choose from on the Menu. The king prawn sizzler I had was beautiful, & you could tell they were fresh. My fellow birthday girl, had a cheese nan among other things, that she said was fabulous, My Husband, wolfed his food down, & said he wouldn't hesitate to come back here again. We weren't rushed,were asked if we were ready for the next course. or did we want to rest for a while ( which we thought was so nice ) The new owner, could't do enough to make sure we enjoyed ourselves. This is a lovely Restaurant, affordable, & with a great atmosphere.Will see you again very soon, & hope you get lot's of Customers, as you certainly deserve it. The effort you've put into the Mountain Spice restaurant definately shows...Well done ! See you very soon.

This was such a pleasant surprise. We were staying in Glenapp Castle and expected traditional fine dining in the main building, but not a Michelin-quality modern restaurant in the grounds. I was sceptical at first and had to be convinced by my partner to try this place, but I was certainly glad I did! The atmosphere on arrival is beautiful - you have a welcome canapes and drink in a green house area with pools, fresh growing herbs and other greenery around you. It was very special. Afterwards, you are treated to a fantastic, modern cuisine dinner that is exceptional with an excellent selection of wines. I would highly recommend this restaurant if you are staying in the Ballantrae area. Just lovely!

Best food in prestwick burgers are amazing great value and great service friendly atmosphere very clean environment all round

AMAZING food and outstanding service at The Harbour! Fish Finger Butty and BLT were absolutely gorgeous 😍 Staff were welcoming, helpful and friendly without being intrusive. I'm in a wheelchair and they were so accommodating: I often feel an inconvenience to small independants but not so here! Oh, and it's dog friendly too 🐕

Aside from the gentle ribbing the queue, there was a plethora of options. A tuna sandwich here does not mean a sandwich with just tuna, think again! Cheese. Coleslaw. Salad. The bread could barely contain itself. Haggis slice, sausage roll both great. Cakes the size of your head, well worth the type 2 diabetes. Would return.