Leading Restaurants in Scotland

28 Gibson Street, Kelvinbridge, Glasgow, Glasgow City

Stravaigin takes its name from the ancient Scots word stravaig meaning to wander idly. But that's no reason not to tarry a while in the smart bare wooden-floored,... more

New County Hotel, 22/30 County Place, Perth, Perth & Kinross

Every smart, contemporary, hotel needs its smart, contemporary restaurant and Opus One provides that function for the New County in the heart of Perth city centre. Although... more

1 Tower Place, Leith, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh

All leather, wrought iron and blood red walls, a meal in the brasserie of a Malmaison hotel is a bit like dining in some kinky Scottish baronial castle. Menus change... more

Cameron House Hotel, Loch Lomond, Argyll & Bute

A menu created by one of Scotland's best chefs, an ultra-stylish 1920's inspired dining room and one of the best locations in the country; what's not to love? Chef Martin... more

31 Jeffrey Street, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh

La Garrigue is known for its French country cuisine with a focus on regional specialities from the Languedoc region of France, where chef Jean Michel hails. And while the food... more

176 West Regent Street, Glasgow, Glasgow City

This is fine dining from the top of its linen covered tables to the bottom of its fine wine glasses. Polished floors, high-backed leather chairs and splashes of modern art... more

12 Ashton Lane, Glasgow, Glasgow City

There’s lime and vanilla mash, potato fondant and roast garlic crushed potatoes but not a chip in sight at this ironically named Glasgow stalwart. Eat upstairs, downstairs or... more

Bruce Embankment, St Andrews, Fife

An uncompromisingly modernistic steel and glass box jutting out over quaint St Andrews harbour, this is the restaurant that fell to earth. When you tire of those stunning sea... more

Ednam, Kelso, Scottish Borders

Emphasis is placed on the talents of chef Jacqui Kelly in this elegant, rural retreat whose restaurant is open to guests and non-residents by appointment. The attractive,... more

Strontian, Acharacle, Highland

Once a Jacobean lodge, the stone house with its enviable position on the banks of Lock Sunart, had two wings built in Victorian times. Sally and David Ruthven Fox have added... more

88 Dumbarton Road, Glasgow, Glasgow City

There's been something seriously fishy about this place for over two decades. But don't worry, its only the enticing menu of Scottish seafood at this charming, intimate... more

5 King Street, Stanley, Perth, Perth & Kinross

Modelled on the kind of restaurant you would stumble upon down a side alley in a Southern French town, the Apron Stage keeps things authentic and honest. With only 18 covers... more

78 Commercial Quay, Leith, City of Edinburgh

No, that’s not a spelling mistake; this popular casual fine dinning restaurant is named after its young chef and owner Tom Kitchin. With a surname like that, he was destined... more

The Scotsman, 20 North Bridge, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh

The print media's loss is gastronomy's gain. This grand, galleried brasserie with its towering marble pillars occupies the former entrance hall of the The Scotsman newspaper.... more

Port Appin, Appin, Argyll & Bute

With roaring fires in the lounges and and views of Loch Linnhe and the Morvern mountains behind in the restaurant you will not forget you are in remote, rural Scotland. Head... more

17 Main Street, North Queensferry, Fife

Diminutive by name, diminutive by nature. There’s room for just 24 people in this simply decorated dining room with its white washed stone walls and smart wooden tables and... more

Portpatrick, Stranraer, Dumfries & Galloway

This remote Victorian lodge was the venue for war time meetings between Churchill and Eisenhower, thanks to its proximity to a once warring Atlantic. Views of Ireland can be... more

The Vaults, 87 Giles Street, Leith, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh

Two distinct elegant rooms set aside for dining grace these old Edinburgh wine merchants’ auction room, one with high-ceilinged ornate plasterwork, the other now Whisky lounge... more

Perth, Perth & Kinross

Head chef Graeme Pallister promises to keep things ‘Local, Honest and Simple’ at his first solo venture. With soaring ceilings, polished wood floors and a bank of glass... more

50/54 Henderson Street, Leith, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh

The Plumed Horse is an award winning restaurant on Henderson Street, a continuation of the Shore. It serves adventurous Scottish cuisine with an abundance of rich flavours... more

34 North West Thistle Street, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh

A little corner of Paris, hidden down one of Thistle Street’s cobbled back lanes. Wooden bistro chairs and tables are tightly packed creating an authentic Parisian bistro... more

ABode Glasgow, 129 Bath Street, Glasgow, Glasgow City

BarMC and Grill is located on the lower level of ABode Glasgow, with its own street entrance. This is a fabulous night venue that combines a late-night lounge bar with a... more

24 East Green, Anstruther, Fife

Follow the alleyway and cross a stone courtyard to find this 400 year old converted cooperage. Exposed brickwork and low beams lit by candlelight make for a romantic... more

22 High Street, South Queensferry, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh

The Boat House is on the shoreline of the Forth, between the two spectacular bridges, in the Edinburgh suburb of South Queensferry. This brainchild of Suzanne and, head chef,... more

Ballantrae, Ayrshire

Glenapp is a romantic and beautiful Scottish Baronial castle in 36 acres of beautiful gardens. Head Chef Adam Stokes revels in the fact that so many of the country’s finest... more

Glasgow, Glasgow City

One Devonshire Gardens has long been one of Glasgow's best dining addresses. Now part of Hotel du Vin, this elegant oak paneled dining room offers a more refined experience... more

The Harbour, Scrabster, Highland

The Captain’s Galley has its home in Scrabster harbour and perhaps unsurprisingly given its location and proximity to the fish market – seafood is Captain’s Galley speciality.... more

Shieldaig, Loch Torridon, Highland

Tigh an Eilean Hotel is an idyllic retreat cradled in the Scottish wilderness, at the foot of Torridon Mountains.. The hotel and restaurant is a converted pub cottage with a... more

19 Elm Row, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh

Valvona & Crolla Caffe Bar is a vibrant, buzzy café situated in the back of Scotland’s oldest Italian deli and wine merchant. It is an independent family company serving... more

Achiltibuie, Ullapool, Highland

Open for just seven months of the year, Summer Isles is nothing short of magical. The cool-coloured restaurant features art by ex-owner Gerry Irvine. Dinner’s five courses... more

Isle Ornsay, Sleat, Isle of Skye, Highland

Duisdale House Hotel's restaurant has bold interior design features which complement the grand exterior. There are two stylish eating zones to choose from both with an air of... more

30/34 St Andrews Square, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh

Blessed with spectacular views of the city of Edinburgh, The Forth Floor has a choice of three distinct dining areas all in Harvey Nick’s trademark, clean, sophisticated... more

Auchterarder, Perth & Kinross

Gleneages is not just for golfers, it’s for gourmets too. Named after its chef (the most highly lauded in Scotland), Andrew Fairlie is probably the finest dining experience... more

Balquihidder, Lochearnhead, Perth & Kinross

Chef proprietor Tom Lewis is hot on seasonal, local produce and puts a 30 mile cordon on fish, meat and other produce that he can’t grow or pick himself. Sit in the... more

Shore Road, Tighnabruaich, Argyll & Bute

Fresh seafood is the flavour of the day at this beautiful lochside hotel. Situated in Argyll, on Scotland’s West Coast, facing the Isle of Bute, The Royal an Lochan (Gaelic... more

Banchory, Aberdeenshire

This elegant high ceilinged, wood-panelled dining room is located within a privately run, 20 bedroom Georgian country house hotel in the Scottish Highlands. You know you’re in... more

Brachla, Loch Ness-side, Inverness, Highland

Recently voted Small Luxury Hotel of the Year 2010, Loch Ness Lodge hotel offers its guests an experience of absolute luxury and relaxation. Fine dining, discrete service and... more

16 West End, St Monans, Fife

This smartly converted harbour side pub serves up some fresh seafood and cracking best sea views. The design here is less minimal than at sister Seafood restaurant in St... more

Sleat, Isle of Skye, Highland

Kinloch Lodge is a small, luxury hotel on the romantic Isle of Skye with a Michelin-starred restaurant, set at the foot of the Kinloch Hill and on the shore of the Na Dal... more

77/79 Kinnoull Street, Perth, Perth & Kinross

The focus at Let’s Eat is without question on the food. A comfortable lounge area and slightly formal restaurant simply provide a backdrop to Willie Deans’ extensive and... more

Tweed Mill Brae, Ardbroilach Road, Kingussie, Highland

An 18th century water tweed mill transformed into a restaurant with rooms is the remarkable setting for some remarkable modern British cooking. Dinner is served by an open... more

Barcaldine, Oban, Argyll & Bute

This 18th century Georgian mansion set in the beautiful Argyll countryside is now home to a luxury boutique hotel, cottages and restaurant. In the elegant dining room, the... more

Pocra Quay, North Pier, Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire

French chef Didier Dejean opened the sweetly-named Silver Darling restaurant on Aberdeen’s coast way back in 1986. That it’s featured in many restaurant guides (including the... more

2 Balvenie Street, Dufftown, Moray

Attracted to Scotland initially “for the whiskey”, French chef Eric Obry went to Aberdeenshire 12 years ago and has never left. The chef had previously worked in... more

652/654 Argyle Street, Glasgow, Glasgow City

Dating back to 1856, Two Fat Ladies at The Buttery is one of Glasgow’s oldest restaurant. Housed in a former 19th century wine merchants, the oak panelled, stained glass... more

103 George Street, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh

Admire the high ceilings, ornate coving, mosaic flooring, imposing pillars and pretty chandeliers of this stunning Georgian building in the heart of Edinburgh while you tuck... more

Glenmoriston Town House Hotel, Ness Bank, Inverness, Highland

This stylish brasserie in the minimalist townhouse hotel first came to the nation’s attention in Gordon Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares television series is the informal... more

The Balmoral Hotel, 1 Princes Street, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh

Number One lives up to its name by being top of the list for sheer luxury and sophistication. Polished wood panelling, beige velvet banquettes and well spaced linen covered... more

Glenmoriston Townhouse Hotel, Ness Bank, Inverness, Highland

This minimalist townhouse hotel restaurant first came to the nation’s attention in Gordon Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares television series. Since then, it’s turned into a... more

Town Pier, Fort William, Highland

Renowned for over 20 years for its superb seafood, Crannog enjoys a quiet location on the edge of Loch Linnhe, Fort William – but is easily spotted by its distinctive red... more