The best restaurants serving British food in Cowal Argyll & Bute Central Scotland

Lovely staff, welcomed us in the friendliest way. Our choice of cake as well as the one of the coffee was excellent. And to top things up we had a lovely and beautiful sit right next to the Loch.

We had the full breakfast complete with tea and toast. It is not for the slightly peckish. It was lovely and the sausages some of the best we've tasted. It was all well cooked and very well presented. The cafe and garden centre have lovely views and plenty of parking. We especially loved the black pudding which we assume was from Stornoway as it is so distinctive in flavour. Well priced too, you get what you pay for.

I thoroughly enjoyed my visit to the Inver Restaurant, having learned about it from a Rick Stein TV programme. Rather than travel through Glasgow and up the A82, I came north via Stirling and Crianlarich, where the sunlit Autumn scenery was truly spectacular. The restaurant is perfectly positioned, with a fine view across Loch Fyne. I was reminded of the Three Chimneys restaurant on Skye, as here is another restaurant, bravely situated in a remote place, trusting that their skill, enthusiasm and focus on sustainability and local produce will attract knowing people from far and wide. I was staying overnight in one of the bothies right next to the restaurant; it was fitted out exactly as one might want, with plenty of room, a large and comfortable bed, a vinyl record player (!) and a big picture window looking out across the water to the remains of Castle Lachlan. The restaurant itself is an extended former crofter's cottage, simply but stylishly furnished and decorated. There is a relaxed atmosphere, and the staff make you feel completely at home. I had arranged to take the tasting menu with the wine flight. I could hardly wait for the kitchen doors to open and the next course to arrive! Each one took me on a wonderfully exciting journey through the local area. The wines, carefully chosen to match the food, were never the obvious choice, and each one brought on more feelings of discovery and pleasure. I asked the staff to forgive me, as I had been instructed to photograph every single thing in order satisfy enthusiastic demands from friends at home and abroad -which they are now sharing, enthusiastically. In summary, I would say it's definitely worth the time, the journey and the money to visit the Inver Restaurant. You will not be disappointed. In many ways, it's a living example of how the crofting principle can be applied to a contemporary business. For that initiative alone, it deserves our support. Secure in your wise decision, you can then sit back and admire the enterprise, originality and skills demonstrated in the imagination and preparation of the food on each plate.

We regularly have breaks in Cowal and have been going to the Oystercatcher for years as we love the location. Having just recently re-opened we decided to give it a try for dinner, and were not disappointed. Good selection of dishes with a focus on fish and local ingredients - we selected oysters and seafood tagliatelle which were both excellent. Reasonably priced given its location. Would thoroughly recommend and wish the new owners/managers every success.

Having been out for a drive yesterday we stopped here for some dinner. So glad we did. WOW, what an amazing dinner we had. From starter to dessert it's one of the best meals we have had. Compliments to the chef and staff. We will be back the next time we visit Dunoon.😋😊

Stumbled across this lovely place by chance when out driving with my wife and daughter. Popped in for a light lunch. Food was excellent. From the tasty soup to the best club sandwich I had in years. Service was superb. Definitely be back.

Poor customer service - two members of staff ignored us as we entered the restaurant. Asked member of staff is they were open for coffee and got the reply “what kind do you want”. Waited 20 minutes for two cappuccinos that were pure water. Member of staff had no manners in the slightest.

On the 17th may my daughter and I, after having a few days break at one of the holiday lodges nearby, were about to enter these licensed premises. We stopped first at a rubbish disposal area on the opposite side of the road to dispose of a very small black bin liner first, to keep the area clean As the wheelie bins were open and there was no sign at the entrance and it was on the other side of the road to this establishment. Suddenly an employee who did not identify himself, appeared at the entrance and in a threatening and aggressive manner shouted at me that we couldn't place rubbish in the wheelie bin as he owned it. I then asked where I should dispose of it. H e replied, "I don't F****** care". I suggested that he places a sign next to the entrance to the bin corner as I wasn't psychic and I informed this employee that his manner was threatening, aggressive and obscene. The employee again replied, I don't F****** care, I'm F***** leaving on Saturday". I would strongly advise anyone considering visiting this establishment to stay well clear until the manager can reassure the public that this man has indeed left the hotel. Mr, A Major, Dr, H Habibi

Visited and were told fully booked so did take out instead. Whilst waiting for takeout, another couple came in who had not booked but were clearly dressed more smartly than us (we were in walking attire but not scruffy!), they were told they could wait for a table. Food was lovely but we were made to feel a little inferior - I only hope that couple spent a lot less that we would have!

Myself and my husband visited here on 26/04/25. We had drinks at the bar and all of the younger girls serving were absolutely lovely and friendly - a real credit to the place. We also had food which was lovely. Only real negative was that my husband ordered mussels as a main but there were hardly any. They came in a huge pot which was filled less than half and some were closed so couldn’t be eaten. We came here especially for the mussels, which were Really disappointing for the price.

New chef has a wonderful talent and the team that work in this hotel are great also views too die for wonderful bedrooms great drinks list

We stopped off here for lunch and it was lovely , lots on the menu , nice and fresh , staff were so friendly, had a lovely chat with the Irish lady , we will be back !

£8.90 for a cup of coffee, a scone and jam? The scone was more like a bread roll than a traditional scone. I assumed the total must be a mistake, but didn't question it, but looking at other reviews I think this is what they charge. The menu on the table doesn't list the price of scones cakes etc.