The best restaurants serving British food in Scotland

Was pleasantly surprised at how nice it was on arrival and the staff were so helpful. Had a very enjoyable night out at my step son & daughters wedding reception.

Amazing place wonderful fresh made to order food sandwich with side salad with fruit and tortilla chips best tasting sandwich I have had in a long time grate selection of soft drinks wonderful coffee and our friends from same bus trip had cake well it looked like 2 slices together they were that bit do give it a try if you are in town the owners are so friendly they also have baked goods for sale to take home with you and hand made Halloween earrings that my daughter is going to be over the moon with

We stayed here for 2 nights and ate in the restaurant on both evenings and it was fabulous! Rooms are superb, hosts are lovely, great variety of drinks and lovely touches and attention to detail everywhere. The small plates were wonderful... scallops, steak and croquettes were favourites. Great location for sights too!

Lovely wee spot with delicious food and great service ! Would recommend the chicken tikka panini, made with real chicken tikka 🥰 beautiful cakes aswell!!!

Great little cafe on the NC500. Lovely coffee and a rhubarb/apple soda that was really good! Broccoli soup was very good. Tuna mayo was good but a lot of bread versus filling. Excellent side salad. First spinach we’d seen in a week.

My husband and I went out ad hoc for the day as it was our anniversary. I haven't been well so we didn't book anywhere to eat as we weren't sure if I would be able to go out. Hence we were dressed in our everyday comfy attire and was just looking for a pub tea somewhere. On our way home we stumbled on Kildrummy Inn which looked very nice but still expected it to be an ordinary run hotel. We walked in to find the most beautiful restaurant in an hotel and were greeted so warmly as if dressed like the other guests whom at all made an effort.. From that moment on the experience grew. The host I think named David showed us through to a beautiful warm fire, it was freezing, then took our drinks order, which came with the most delicious complimentary nibbles, he also spent a long answering all my husbands questions about the Inn. He took our order and I mentioned I normally had a Diane Sauce with my steak, which wasn't on the menu, "No problem Madam, our Chef would be happy to make that for you". Can I say I have never had a nicer Diane Sauce, the whole meal and every member of staff could not have made our visit more attentive or special. During our meal after our starter we had a surprise complimentary tomato consume, again delicious. We came to realised the restaurant is normally well booked in advance but we couldn't have been luckier as there was a last minute cancellation, so be aware a booking in advance is normally required. If your in the area or happy to travel a wee bit please don't miss out on this experience. Yes a bit more expensive than an ordinary pub lunch but we have paid more for a less superior meal or experience in other locations, hence worth every penny. Please take the opportunity to frequent, you will not be disappointed both the food and drinks choices are excellent and you will leave having had a guaranteed very special evening.

Absolutely loved this place. A very warm welcome to me and my two dogs and the finest hand dived scallops I’ve ever had in my life. A bit of a drive to get there, but what a location - stunningly beautiful and peaceful. I will definitely be back when I return to this part of the world. Thank you

Absolutely outstanding food. The tasting menu is amazing. The in between courses are also great, as each one arrives you think it can’t be beaten and it carries on getting better and better. The wine flight was a wonderful addition. All altogether amazing evening!

Really friendly family owed restaurant. We just stopped in for a quick bit to hold us over to dinner. I had the apple pie and my husband had a slice of some type of lemon pie/cake. The apple pie was good. I also had a large tea while my husband had coffee. Very relaxed environment. The owner was really friendly and has two dogs which are nice and mellow. There are snacks for sale already packaged for travel. We took some freshly baked snacks for later that night (i really do not remember what we had…only it was good). The restaurant offers local artist crafts for sale. We Recommend a stop in for a quick bit to eat.

Visited this wonderful tea room having visited the area and read the reviews. Had a lovely cup of tea with the most amazing home made chocolate orange cake. There was a huge choice of cake available, I’m not sure how the lady remembered them all. We never looked at the lunch menu, but will next time we visit. All of the staff were really friendly. The lady did tell us that they don’t take cards but could take a bank transfer or cash. If visiting the area, a stop off is definitely recommended.

This was our first time at Harrington’s as my friend kept telling me how good it was. Well all I can say is it was better than he said. Food was outstanding, and a great menu. John and the staff were totally outstanding with the service. Can honestly say best meal I’ve had in a long time dining out. Will definitely be back with my own family very soon. Once again thank you for inviting myself and my wife for a magnificent night out. Best regards Lord Short

Another 1st class meal served by the lovely Alix and prepared by Sean certainly ticks all the boxes easy to see why it’s safer to book rather than just turn up to ensure you get a reservation

Absolutely outstanding. Only a small 8 table restaurant. Nice, simple, relaxing & laid back set up. The food was exemplary. Well worth the cost. I wouldn't class it as expensive as the quality deserved the cost. Was seated for around two hours and left fully satisfied. This is well worthy of being any cities top rated restaurant.

Can’t recommend this cafe highly enough. Everything about it is spot on. Great food , coffee and cakes. Staff are friendly and efficient.

My husband and I had an evening meal at The Smithy with a couple of friends on Saturday evening. The meal was excellent, as was the welcome and the service. The menu was imaginative and the atmosphere was very good. We would certainly eat there again if in the area and would thoroughly recommend it.