The best restaurants serving British food in Central Scotland

The Shore has been closed since the 3rd October 2023. It's now open with new owners under a new name Blackmill Bar & Kitchen.

The Coorie Inn is a real gem, the atmosphere is cosy and comfortable, the service is impeccable and the food is out of this world!!

Been coming to Islay for years. Look forward to eating here on our annual trip. always a favourite with Mom, Dad and children. This year not so much. Something has clearly gone wrong. staff were miserable and food well even more miserable. Tasteless with no thought or care gone into it. we were so so sad to see this happen to Ardbeg and we wondered why? when owned by such a big luxury corporation LVMH this experience was anything but luxury.

I headed for Guardbridge in the hope of an early evening meal and perhaps a stopover nearby. The Guardbridge Arms was my destination, and I was quickly greeted and shown to a table in the bar area. Having kindly confirmed I was able to park overnight in their car park, I was able to have an alcoholic drink. There was a nice selection of bottled beers, including alcohol free lager, and a couple of beers on tap. I settled for a Scottish brewed lager. The menu had a nice variation of meals without the endless lists that generic restaurants seem to produce, and it was nice to hear the waiting staff offer child size versions of the adult meals. I'm no great fan of starters so I proceeded onto the main course, and considered the haddock and chips several times before opting for the braised beef, accompanied by red cabbage, carrots and sprouts and a jus The beef was beautiful, separating nicely when speared by my fork. The small pieces of red cabbage, the carrots and the sprouts were wonderfully cooked and complimented the bee perfectly. I'd been allowed to swap the mashed potatoes for chips and as a bonus I chose a portion of onion rings. They were cooked to perfection also. Having a dessert seemed the obvious end to a wonderful meal and I was guided towards the sundae by the waiter, he knows his stuff. Mint ice cream buried under cream and after eights. This restaurant is homely and a reminder that a family run restaurant can produce outstanding meals at fair prices. I'd hope to return in the near future to try the freshly caught haddock on the menu.

A fantastic meal and very friendly people, I cannot believe the review about the unfriendly and rude staff, I was present at the time, they were turned away because the wanted take the own food into the restaurant to eat, I don’t know of any restaurant that would allow people to take in their own food, I wold definitely recommend the restaurant and the food

We were recommended to visit and were not disappointed! The staff are superb and the venue is lovely. Our food was excellent - one of the best lunches we have had in Fife this year! The fish and chips was absolutely delicious and husband said the vegan burger was too. Definitely will be returning - thank you 🙏

Lovely welcoming coffee stop within beautifully kept estate. Highly recommend. A long road in but worth it. Closed on a Tuesday.

What a phenomenal experience dinner was tonight. Food was out of this world. Service by Anna was attentive, friendly and brilliant. My father in laws 80th birthday dinner was one to remember!!!

Fantastic stay in a lovely village inn. Food was excellent, room and bed very comfortable and our dog was made very welcome. We would return in the future.

We had a wee snack after our Highland Safari. The cauliflower cheese soup was delicious. The cheese scone and the fruit scone also quite lovely as well. Everyone was super nice in the café.

Another wonderful visit to the Watermill! My family enjoyed the soup, filled rolls, toasted filled croissant, chocolate cake and the best coffee around! Friendly and efficient service with delicious fresh food in a unique setting - simply wonderful, highly recommend!

We sailed to Skipness Bay, anchored and took the dinghy to the beach. The short walk to the cabin took us past the smokehouse where there is a shop. The weather was unseasonably warm so we dined alfresco. The seafood platter for two arrived fairly quickly after ordering and it was fantastic! Langoustines, gravlax, crab, hot smoked salmon, mussels and a side of bread washed down with an Arran beer and a small Sancerre. Can’t recommend this place highly enough, a real gem in the Scottish food crown.

Good food overlooking the marina in croabh haven. The menu had lots to choose from and staff were very helpful. Be careful to check opening times especially out with high season.

Found this restaurant on a drive in the country. Located adjacent to a holiday park . Great menus to suit most people. Staff are friendly service is swift. Food cooked to order and presented attractively. Tasted as good as it looked. Duck tacos were definitely a hit. Would recommend.

Such a lovely stay at The Golden Larches, Andrea and Tim looked after us so well and we loved their beautiful B&B and cafe and the only problem was it was just one night but will definitely be back again, even if it's just to have more of Andrea's amazing scones.