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

Don't come here. It's awful. I had to put up with chatty lovely ladies serving. Food made fresh was so bad I had to try the carrot cake. I even had to eat all of that to be sure. The coffee all though fresh and full of flavour had the effect of making me want more. Just awful. Stay out. Oh, I've tried to use sarcasm. If I've failed it's because The Blairmore is downright superb! Save me a table for next time I'm passing please!

Lovely friendly place with freshly cooked food. Bonus for dog owners- plenty of indoor space. A real find. Handy for the ferry at Hunters Quay too.

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.

Popped in for lunch after getting a recommendation from a friend. Friendly staff, lovely decor and great location. Plenty of choice on the menu and everything g we ordered was excellent. Highly recommended.

We did not stay the night. Only there for lunch. So can't comment on rooms. But yesterday I ordered spicy mac and cheese and it wasn't till I was a few bites in that I found meat in it. I asked the staff "is there meat in this" and was told "yes", In which I replied "it didn't say that on the menu", I was then told "no it doesn't". I was shocked. How would I ever know there was meat in the dish if it didn't state that on the menu. 5 mins later when I saw the menu again it had been updated to say the mac and cheese was NOT vegetarian. I am shocked that the menu didnt already say there was meat in the mac and cheese to begin with. But took myself as a vegetarian to order it (eat some) and realise there was ham in it and then the menu was correctly updated. I used to love coming to the Coylet. But unfortunately this experience has put me off coming back. Not even the view can save it. If I had known there was meat in the mac and cheese I would never have ordered it. But this would then leave only ONE option for vegetarians and NONE for vegan. Really disappointed The only reason never gave 0 is the chips were actually very tasty. Also, not one person asked about dietary requirements before taking our order. This is a requirement in any establishment that serves food. Edit What mac and cheese isn't vegetarian unless clearly stated otherwise. The main menu had only two options. Bean burger and spicy mac and cheese. So was I to assume neither was vegetarian. It did not state there was meat. You didn't state the goats cheese starter as vegetarian, nor the bean burger. So am I to assume you had no vegetarian meals? I also asked if there was meat in it and when told "yes". I actually said "I am vegetarian." Not "Is it vegetarian?". We had to take our desserts to go as it took too long to come out plus no cutlery was given. The bar staff was very happy to give us our wine in paper cups. After the terrible mistake of not clearly stating meat was in a meal. No bins outside so we left the tupperware which had a dessert in it on the table outside. We took our cups on the bus. Not on the pavement. Also the van almost knocked us over. So I stand by the small doodle in the dust on the back door.

We have had a fantastic visit, staying in rooms with a stunning view of the loch. Pleasant interior design enhanced the rooms. A welcome bath and shower and a very comfortable bed. Food was also delicious -gluten-free not an issue. Friendly, courteous staff rounded off a lovely sojourne by Loch Fyne.

Arrived here for lunch with only 3 tables with sit down diners , the place was deserted. Met by a pasty faced Lady who asked if we had a reservation , I jokingly stated she must be kidding as the place was empty, her reply was , if you have no booking then sorry , we are fully booked ! Please remember this place is in the middle of nowhere really so there would not be 40 people turn up in the next 30 minutes for god sake. Disappointed went into the garden centre for a look about and a coffee .. after 30 minutes went back to the car to continue our journey , out of interest I popped back into the restaurant for a look and still pretty empty , maybe another 2 additional tables taken. In short I felt the hospitality offered was zero , there didn`t need to be the attitude of " no booking , no entry " . Even though I love seafood and know their reputation for quality , there was no need for the attitude and rudeness. Hence the poor review

Over priced accommodation, very tired and poor facilities. The restaurant lacked atmosphere and food was most certainly below par both dinner and breakfast with over cooked monkfish curry and breakfast re-heated with warm apple juice and orange juice. The Spa facilities were a let down with the infinity pool closed due to chemicals issue then we overheard it was due to staff shortages and pool staff were incredibly rude to both myself and my daughter, for that alone, we most certainly won’t be back!

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

We had our Christmas lunch here, The chef created a perfect Christmas lunch! A good time was had by all. We usually get the fish and chips (best chips I've ever had) And I know from experience that they have the best flat white inside 15 miles or so - I'm still taste testing to a radius of 40 miles. Plenty of parking, no potholes, and of course, a gorgeous view and a warm fire. Mind you, there are about 8 miles of a one lane road, so a) know how to reverse, and b) its a ood idea to let people behind you pass so they can show you how to avoid hitting every pothole to the RaBT. Right now there are two convoy controlled road works and I think there will be at least 1 set for 2 more more years. Everyone seems to enjoy drinking here, it's at the heart of the village. Dog friendly. Best to reserve a table for dinner.

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

Very friendly and cheery helpful girls.Great service with a smile makes a pleasant stop off point.Have been before and will visit again.Plenty parking.

I was in need of lunch today. I was passing through the area and this place looked inviting from the outside. However, everything inside was horribly disappointing. I read a notice which informed me that I should order my food at the post office which was at the back of a shop - the restaurant was in a section to the right. It was cold, lacked any atmosphere and apart from two customers it was empty. I checked the menu, there was a plethora of rolls and sandwiches listed, but apart from that, there was soup, or fish and chips. I went to the post office and asked for the fish and chips and was told by a very unfriendly person that they couldn't do that because they were not putting on the fryer. So I went back to the restaurant and checked over the menu again. I chose a simple cheese and onion toastie. When it arrived, it looked very unappetising, and had no garnish at all. It was utterly tasteless, chewy plastic cheese and even the onions had no flavour. How is that possible? It was completely inedible and I left most of it on the plate. I paid £9.70p for the toastie and a pot of tea for one. On the menu the toastie was priced at £4.45 and the tea was £3.35. So I was OVERCHARGED into the bargain. Don't try it unless desperation is pushing you.