Fort William
Bright and modern in atmosphere, this restaurant takes its inspiration from the owner's travels with a menu that mixes standards, such as burgers and fish…
Must-see restaurants in Scotland
Dundee & Angus
Located on the seafront east of the harbour, the Old Brewhouse has the scent of the North Sea in its nostrils, and also on its menu – choose from a Cullen…
Aberdeenshire
This great-value family bistro is always crowded, and it's easy to see why – bright, modern decor in muted shades of pale green and grey, friendly service…
Ullapool to Kyle of Lochalsh
On the square in Strath, this place pleases locals and visitors alike with its upbeat, cheerful atmosphere and range of tasty bistro fare, with a variety…
New Town
This more sophisticated city-centre branch of the famous Fishers Bistro in Leith, with granite-topped tables, split-level dining area and nautical theme,…
Aberdeen
The bright paintings on the walls match the vibrant furnishings and smart gastronomic creations at this great cafe-restaurant, set in a former church. In…
Southern Highlands & Islands
A welcome spot among the somewhat tired line of pubs around this part of Tarbert's waterfront, this cheerful, locally popular cafe has bright and breezy…
Kirkwall
At the back of a lively craft shop opposite St Magnus Cathedral, this licensed cafe-bistro serves tasty sandwiches and salads, as well as daily specials…
Dumfries & Galloway
Just off the central square, this has a comfortably modern interior and handsomely presented fare that features seafood, lamb and vegetarian options, with…
Glasgow
Like a mafia-film speakeasy where some minor henchman gets whacked, Meat Bar has underworld ambience carried off with style. As the name suggests, it's…
New Town
This bistro-style place uses cheaper cuts of meat (smoked ox heart, devilled sweetbreads) and less well-known, more sustainable species of fish (pollack,…
St Andrews
Railway-sleeper floors, cut-down-workbench tables and seats upholstered with old tweed jackets lend a utilitarian air to this excellent deli-cafe…
Edinburgh
This is fast food with a conscience – natural, nutritious, locally sourced and freshly prepared, from organic porridge to courgette, lemon and feta…
North & West Coast
On the side road to Melness, across the causeway from Tongue village, the Craggan Hotel doesn’t look much from outside, but go in and you’ll find smart,…
New Town
Describing its mission as 'good food for a good cause', this cafe is a social enterprise set up to support the homeless (25% of employees are from a…
Old Town
One of Edinburgh’s favourite eateries, this 1st-floor bistro (entrance stairs to the right of the Doric Bar) is handy for both Princes St and the Royal…
Scotland
Don't be surprised to see queues snaking along the pavement at this legendary ice-cream parlour 6 miles east of Edinburgh, which has been delighting sweet…
Aberdeenshire
Neatly ordered tables in sober black and grey (with a dash of purple) reflect the Presbyterian rectitude of the bank whose office this once was. The…
Orkney
A pleasant spot with sweeping views over green grass, black cows and blue-grey sea, this cafe serves tea, coffee, home baking and light meals. It's a good…
Forth Floor Restaurant & Brasserie
New Town
The in-store restaurant at Harvey Nichols has floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking St Andrew Sq, making it a great place to enjoy sunset views across the…
Old Town
This candlelit bistro, with its cushion-lined nooks set amid stone walls and wooden beams, is a pleasant setting for a cosy dinner, but at summer…
Edinburgh
The McKirdy brothers – owners of a local butcher business established in 1895 – have cut out the middleman and now run one of Edinburgh’s best steakhouses…
Glasgow
This South Indian restaurant is a pleasing change of air from the majority of the city's excellent curry scene. Dishes are from all over the South, and…
Islay
This is one of those names that just had to be. Nice work, punsters! An impressively realised church conversion has created a warmly welcoming Italian…
Edinburgh
This Swedish-style coffee house produces its own home-baked pastries and breads, which form the basis of lunchtime sandwiches with fillings such as roast…
Leith
A modern take on the old-fashioned steakhouse, this 'bar and butchery' combines slick designer decor (the ceramic brick tiles are a nod to traditional…
Dundee
Fresh, natural and local (with the occasional dash of Mexican) is the mantra at this utilitarian cafe, which serves everything from breakfast burritos to…
New Town
Small, dark, and invariably packed, El Cartel brings authentic, vibrant Mexican street food to Edinburgh, delivered super fast with a banging soundtrack…
Outer Hebrides
This stylish cafe and art gallery, a couple of miles outside Tarbert on the road north towards Stornoway, occupies a hilltop site with breathtaking views…
Trotternish
This turf-roofed, timber-clad art gallery and espresso bar will be familiar to fans of British TV's Grand Designs – it was featured on the Channel 4…
Stirling
Built in stone as solid as the castle that it stands below, this former school is just the spot for a pint and a pub lunch after your castle visit. With…
Orkney
The heart of the Westray community, this refurbished local pub is famous throughout Orkney for its popular fish and chips – whatever has turned up in the…
Leith
Housed in the old Victorian fish-market building next to Newhaven harbour, this stylish restaurant and seafood deli serves up spectacular shellfish…
Old Town
No trip to Edinburgh is complete without exploring the narrow closes (alleys) that lead off the Royal Mile. Lucky you if your explorations lead to this…
Arran
Located 1.5 miles from Brodick, next to the Isle of Arran Brewery, whose ales are offered on tap, this summer-only cafe-bar has great outdoor tables for…
Edinburgh
This is a modern Punjabi restaurant with attentive, waistcoated waiters, stylish modern decor and an unusual water feature trickling away in the middle of…
Edinburgh
Modern design is to be expected in the cafe at the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art, but more of a surprise is the lovely outdoor seating area, a…
Lowland Perthshire & Kinross
Just down from the square on the main street, elegant Delivino offers something for everyone, from Crieff locals to travellers looking for a light bite…
New Town
Named after a mountain in northwestern Scotland, this rustic cellar restaurant (paired with a chic modern brasserie and gin bar) adds sophisticated twists…
Edinburgh
Sophisticated it ain’t, but this is that rare find of kebab shops – quality shish kebab and tandoori dishes washed down with chilled lassi for around…
