21-05-2025
Scotland's 'seafood capital' with everything from chippies to fancy restaurants
The resort town also offers stunning coastal views.
May is almost at an end, which means summer is finally here. Therefore, the peak of Scottish staycation season is about to begin.
The Daily Record has focused on various sunny beach destinations for our recent Towns and Villages of the Week. However, this time it is all about food.
For the Daily Record's latest Town of the Week, we are venturing to a coastal resort that is famed for its cuisine. In fact, it is even known as the "Seafood Capital of Scotland".
Oban is found in Argyll and Bute, forming a horseshoe in the Firth of Lorn. It has a population of around 8,000 people, though this can triple during the busy summer season.
According to the Visit Oban website, the town is referred to as Scotland's seafood capital. This is because Oban is home to a wide array of eateries that serve up fresh seafood, from fine-dining restaurants to gastropubs and takeaways.
Among the top food venues in the town are Ee-Usk and the Oban Fish and Chip Shop. The former is a great spot for a fancy sit-down meal, while the Oban Fish and Chip Shop is an acclaimed chippy that serves up a range of classics you can take away with you and eat as you enjoy Oban's spectacular coastal views.
Elsewhere, another destination around town definitely worth checking out is the Oban Distillery. One of Scotland's oldest and smallest distilleries, visitors can expect expert tours and even tailored whisky tasting experiences.
Continue reading for some photos spotlighting some of Oban's top food and drink venues. More information about things to do around town can be found on the Visit Oban website.
For further travel inspiration, a selection of the Daily Record's past Towns and Villages of the Week here:
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