Must-see restaurants in East Coast

  • Oystercatcher

    East Coast

    Seafood aficionados shouldn’t miss this quirky restaurant, which serves brilliant fare in a small room on the Portmahomack waterfront. Lobster is a…

  • Pier Café

    East Coast

    A very worthwhile stop, this bustling cafe by the loch has pleasant views, art exhibitions on the walls and real flair. Great chalkboard specials augment…

  • Red Poppy

    East Coast

    On the main road opposite the spa buildings, this is comfortably Strathpeffer's best eating establishment. The casual modern interior with its bright red…

  • Platform 1864

    East Coast

    Real love has gone into this excellent restoration of Tain's train station building, which has become a handsome wood-clad bar and restaurant, open all…

  • Crannag

    East Coast

    Classic casual dining fare from various parts of the world comes together at this likeable Highland bistro, an unlikely find in Bonar Bridge. The menu…

  • Luigi

    East Coast

    The clean lines of this contemporary Italian-American cafe make a break from the omnipresent heritage and history of the coastline. Ciabattas and salads…

  • Dornoch Castle Hotel

    East Coast

    In the evening, toast your toes in the cosy bar, which has decent real ales and a substantial malt selection, before dining in style at this hotel…

  • Green's

    East Coast

    Well-presented dishes from across the world are a real strength at this likeable and extremely friendly central cafe and bistro. It doesn't try to…

  • Courthouse Cafe

    East Coast

    Beautifully set in the former town courtroom, this is an atmospheric upstairs spot for a coffee or lunch, with a range of attractive wooden tables,…

  • Eagle Hotel

    East Coast

    Nobody on the streets of Dornoch after 7pm? You'll find most of them in this cosy, welcoming pub, which looks after its customers with good service and a…

  • La Mirage

    East Coast

    Created in homage to Barbara Cartland, this is a '70s throwback with pink walls, kitschy installations and a retro menu. Meals aren’t gourmet – chicken…

  • Victoria

    East Coast

    The Victoria is a local favourite doling out cheerful Italian food in a convivial atmosphere. There are some pub-style dishes too. It also serves as a…