The Northern Highlands and the Western Isles Restaurants
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1. Loch Bay Restaurant
$$$$ | |Situated right on the waterfront, this distinctive black-and-white restaurant, where the island's top chefs come to unwind on their nights off, is a Skye foodie favorite. The seafood is freshly caught and simply prepared by renowned chef Michael Smith, with the aim of enhancing the natural flavors of the ingredients rather than overwhelming them with superfluous sauces. The six-course "Skye Fruits de Mer" set menu costs £110 and is constantly changing, depending on what's fresh and available.
1 Macleods Terr., Stein, Highland, IV55 8GA, Scotland01470-592235Known For
- Sublime yet simple seafood
- Beautiful bay views
- Impeccable service
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Rate Includes: Closed Sun.–Tues. and Jan.–Mar. No lunch, Reservations essential -
2. Shorehouse Restaurant
$$ | |If you're feeling peckish after a trip to Handa Island, stop at this exceptional restaurant overlooking Tarbet Harbor. It serves freshly caught seafood specialties, from hand-dived scallops and hot smoked mackerel to whole lobsters, in a quaint, maritime-themed setting. To get here, take the minor road off the A894 around 3 miles northwest of Scourie; it's signposted "Tarbet" and "Handa Island."
Scourie, Highland, IV27 4SS, Scotland01971-502251Known For
- Spectacular seafood
- Gorgeous views
- Friendly and attentive service
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Oct.–Easter -
3. Three Chimneys
$$$$ | |Perhaps the Isle of Skye's biggest culinary draw, this old stone-walled restaurant on the banks of Loch Dunvegan serves consistently daring, well-crafted food. Head chef Scott Davies's belief in quality Scottish ingredients is evident in every dish, from the locally sourced game to the sublime Scottish seafood, with most dishes available as part of a multicourse meal or à la carte. When aligned with the chic, minimalist interior—all crisp white walls and exposed brickwork—it makes for a luxury dining experience you won't soon forget. If you're too full to move after your meal, you'll find six luxurious (but pricey) guest rooms at the House Over-By next door. Reservations are essential; book well ahead and reconfirm the day before.
B884, Colbost, Highland, IV55 8ZT, Scotland01470-511258Known For
- Inventive seafood dishes
- Delicious oysters and sublime scallops
- Faultless service
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No children under eight at dinner, Reservations essential -
4. An Cala Café
$ | |An abandoned fishermen's mission (a place where fishermen stayed while in port), situated at the far end of town near the harbor, now houses this pleasant café serving lunch, soup, sandwiches, and house baking. The specials often include fish freshly delivered from the harbor. The building also contains the local archives, a marine center, and a budget 14-bed bunkhouse.
Culag Park, Lochinver, Highland, IV27 4LE, Scotland01571-844598Known For
- Delicious house-made soup
- Great fish-and-chips
- Cozy 14-bed bunkhouse on site
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun.–Tues. -
5. Café Arriba
$ | |Up a steep flight of stairs, this laid-back café has window seats with great views over Portree Harbour. It uses only local produce (whatever is "fresh, local, and available") and is a good no-frills option for hearty breakfasts, as well as lunchtime favorites—from locally caught scallops to creamy summer risotto. There's also an especially varied vegetarian menu, and the cakes are great, too.
Quay St., Portree, Highland, IV51 9DB, Scotland01478-611830Known For
- Delicious house-made cakes
- Mildly treacherous stairs
- Expect long lines
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues. -
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6. Scorrybreac Restaurant
$$$$ | |It may be tiny, but this upscale, 20-seater restaurant is packed every night of the week. The vibe is relaxed and informal, while the cooking is imaginative and varied, with unexpected marriages such as coffee-crusted venison or hake with coconut. All the ingredients are locally sourced and very Scottish, enlivened with a light French touch. But at £85 for the evening tasting menu (without drinks), prepare for a sizeable bill at the end of the night.
7 Bosville Terr., Portree, Highland, IV51 9DG, Scotland01478-612069Known For
- Inventive dishes
- Gorgeous bay views
- Very expensive for Portree
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun.–Tues. and Dec.–Feb. No lunch, Reservations essential -
7. The Arch Inn
$ | |This restaurant's simple pub-style menu of sausages-and-mash and fish-and-chips hardly pushes the envelope, but its use of local ingredients, its pretty presentation of dishes, and its appealing waterside seating make it a favorite dining spot among locals. Book in advance if you can, especially if you're visiting on a weekend.
10–11 W. Shore St., Ullapool, Highland, IV26 2UR, Scotland01854-612454Known For
- Fresh and tasty pub grub
- Waterside seating
- Always busy
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