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Daily Record
4 days ago
- Daily Record
Scotland's top six waterside dining spots to eat in the views this summer
Here are some of the best places in the country for al fresco dining. Summer is finally beginning, and so is peak al fresco season. To celebrate, the Daily Record has rounded up a selection of top outdoor dining venues across the country. When the mercury rises, nothing can beat a meal in the sun. Whether you live in one of Scotland's cities or a small town or village, there is no shortage of scenic restaurants and cafés that offer outdoor seating. Now that spring is at an end, now is the time to head out and enjoy some top-quality food and drink outside. The Daily Record has put together a list of stunning al freso dining spots all over the country, from Edinburgh to the Isle of Skye. 1. The Three Chimneys, Colbost, Isle of Skye The Three Chimneys is a world-renowned restaurant with rooms situated in an area of stunning natural beauty at Colbost on the Isle of Skye. Nestled along the shores of Loch Dunvegan, it offers incredible views out over the island's Duirinish peninsula. Dating back to 1985, visitors around the world enjoy the restaurant's dishes—including double-dived Sconser scallops from Loch Sligachan and locally reared lamb. Serving up fresh and local produce, the multi-award-winning restaurant is featured in both the Michelin Guide for Great Britain and Ireland and The Good Food Guide. More information can be found on the The Three Chimneys website. 2. The Three Chimneys at Talisker, Loch Harport, Isle of Skye The Three Chimneys and Talisker—Skye's oldest whisky distillery— have joined forces for this one-of-a-kind dining experience. Located at the distillery, along the shores of Loch Harport, it aims to celebrate Skye as a world-class food destination. The food experience offers locally sourced food and drink, with the menus inspired by Talisker Distillery's unique location on the Minginish peninsula. The à la carte menu for summer 2025 includes locally caught langoustines, oysters, mussels, and scallops. 3. The Pierhouse Hotel & Seafood Restaurant, Port Appin, Argyll This acclaimed eatery, which is situated within one of Argyll's most popular coastal hotels, is home to Scotland's Chef of the Year 2025. Situated on the edge of Loch Linnhe, it benefits from sweeping views out towards the islands of Lismore and Mull. Among the top choices on the menu are fresh langoustines, mussels, and lobsters harvested from Loch Linnhe and Loch Etive. Another highlight is oysters hand-picked from the nearby Loch Creran. 4. Plockton Inn, Innes Street, Plockton, Wester Ross The idyllic village of Plockton is often referred to as the 'Jewel of the Highlands', and the Plockton Inn is easily among its standouts. The recently refurbished restaurant and bar retains many original period features, though also takes contemporary inspiration from its gorgeous surroundings. The Plockton Inn is serving up a new seasonal menu that is full of fresh and local produce. Among the highlights is 'Plockton Prawns', which are landed daily just a stone's throw from the restaurant. More information can be found on the Plockton Inn website. 5. Kylesku Hotel, Sutherland, North Coast 500 Situated in the wild and rugged surroundings of Assynt in the far northwest of Scotland, the Kylesku Hotel is among the most scenic dining experiences found along the famous North Coast 500 driving route. The hotel's restaurant features an outdoor terrace that offers far-reaching views out over Loch Gleann Dubh. The menu at the Kylesku Hotel showcases the best of the Scottish Highland's larder. It features langoustines, crab, lobster, hand-dived scallops, and more. More information can be found on the Kylesku Hotel website. 6. Barry Fish, 62 The Shore, Leith, Edinburgh Tucked along Edinburgh's vibrant waterfront, this stylish fish restaurant showcases some of Scotland's best seafood. Diners can enjoy views directly into the open-plan working kitchen from the pass, as well as out over the Water of Leith from the comfort of the restaurant. The Low-Tide and Big Snacks menus include Barry Fish sea trout pastrami and Loch Fyne oysters, Eyemouth crab, sea bream, and sea bass ceviche. Meanwhile, the evening dinner menu includes shelled half lobster, as well as whole sea bass or bream.
Evening Standard
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Evening Standard
Too Many Critics: charity restaurant event returns to raise vital funds for Action Against Hunger
This year, Too Many Critics will take place at Roe in Canary Wharf, with the Standard's restaurant critic David Ellis returning for a third time, joining a line-up including Tom Parker Bowles (Mail on Sunday), Hannah Twiggs (Independent) and Kate Krader (Bloomberg). Alongside them will be Leonie Cooper (Time Out), CODE and The Good Food Guide publisher Adam Hyman and Molly Codyre (Foodism).
The Guardian
12-02-2025
- The Guardian
10 restaurants not to miss in Edinburgh – 2025's ‘most exciting food destination'
Edinburgh is having a foodie moment. Last week it was named the Most Exciting Food Destination for 2025 by The Good Food Guide. This week, the Michelin Guide Ceremony (Great Britain and Ireland) – held in Scotland for the first time – saw new stars awarded to Lyla and Avery, and new Bib Gourmand awards for Ardfern and Skua. The city is not immune from hospitality sector pressures, but there has been wave after wave of new openings recently, from casual cafes, pizza and taco bars to fine-dining, and everything in between. After seven years reviewing restaurants in the city, it's hard to narrow down my favourites … but here are 10 places that I'm always thrilled to eat at, for every budget. Few restaurants have claimed the heart of Edinburgh residents quite like The Palmerston. It's a bright airy space, a former bank branch transformed into an elegant easy-going restaurant. Sustainability and local produce guide the menus, with proper starters, mains and puddings. Settle in with a large plate of baked Berkshire pork shoulder, swede mash, January King cabbage, cider and sage (£27) with a glass of something delicious from the cellar. The weekday set lunch (Tues-Fri) is a steal (two courses £21, three courses £24). 1 Palmerston Place, This relaxed all-day cafe and wine bar from Edinburgh-born, award-winning chef Roberta Hall-McCarron is next door to her flagship restaurant The Little Chartroom. While the Chartroom is dreamy for a special occasion, Ardfern has become part of the fabric of Leith. The day begins with good coffee and fresh doughnuts (£4.50), pork belly brioche buns (from £6.50), and stacked hash browns (£8). Later, order barbecue aubergine tacos with sweetcorn, fermented chilli and feta (£13) or braised beef pie with beans (£20). 10-12 Bonnington Road, On cold days I daydream about hot hand-ripped noodles at Pomelo: chewy, spicy and singing with Sichuan peppercorns (£11.50). Chef Jun Au's vibrant take on modern Chinese cooking is fresh and fun with a small changing menu. Come for the noodles at lunchtime, or in the evening for family-style dishes to share (from £8.50). The windows steam up and you'll bump elbows with a neighbour, but I promise you won't care. 27 Sciennes Road, Every neighbourhood deserves a restaurant like this: one where you feel like an invited guest on every visit. This intimate family-run bistro has gorgeous views over Bruntsfield Links towards Arthur's Seat. On the menu you'll find the freshest Scottish seafood, cooked with creativity and care. Start with Shetland mussels (£12), then try sea trout with broccolini, olives, and wild garlic butter sauce (£20). 12 Barclay Terrace, Whether perched at the bar or tucked into a booth, Ka Pao feels like somewhere you can stay all night. Experimental small dishes are inspired by the flavours of south-east Asia, using Scotland's larder. A favourite is Arbroath smokie miang, with galangal, spinach and peanuts (£7.50) and the corn ribs with salted coconut, shrimp and lime are messy but addictive (£7). Take friends for the sharing menu to try as many dishes as possible (£30.50pp). St James Quarter, This bistro sets high standards for Japanese food in Edinburgh. There's a rustic feel to the space: exposed brick walls, rattan lights and fabric screens echoing ryokan walls. The food is incredible, the sashimi is light and delicate, arranged with precision and care, and always the highest quality (from £7). The £14.90 weekday lunch menu (and served 5pm-6pm) is unbeatable. 10 Gillespie Place, Sister restaurant to the Michelin-starred Timberyard, Montrose offers the same experimental approach to Scottish ingredients at a more affordable price. The award-winning drinks list includes low-intervention wines, and homemade bitters, liqueurs, vermouths and soft drinks. In the wine bar, order oysters and olives, then playful dishes like suyo cucumber, burnt vegetable dressing and egg yolk (£8). The weekend set lunch is a delicious demonstration of this kitchen's creativity (£20/£25 for two or three courses). Upstairs the restaurant is a more formal affair, also delightful (set menu £80).1-7 Montrose Terrace, If you're going to blow the budget in style: go to Lyla where Stuart Ralston – executive chef and owner of four restaurants in the city – is at the peak of his powers. Expect 10 delicate-but-dazzling seafood-focused courses from the open kitchen. A year since eating here I still recall tender cured plaice decorated with radish flowers, an individual exmoor caviar pearl in every bud; cured trout sashimi fanned into petals on smooth salty chawanmushi, with marigold, lemon and nori, and a fat langoustine wrapped in crisp pastry strands, dunked in burnt apple and sorrel ketchup. (dinner £165, lunch £65/£95 for five to seven courses).3 Royal Terrace, Edinburgh does cafes really well, with dozens of lovely spaces to while away an afternoon. Kitchen Table is one of the best, run by early Edinburgh sourdough pioneers Twelve Triangles. Pull up a mismatched wooden chair and order granola for breakfast with homemade yoghurt, berry compote, nut butter, and fresh fruit (£8.50), later perhaps a huge focaccia sandwich with black garlic roast aubergine, hummus, salsa and zhoug (£12.50). Co-owners Emily Cuddeford and Rachel Morgan have a cookbook out this spring and I dearly hope their Basque cheesecake (£6.50) has earned a page. 22-24 Easter Road, There's a soft minimal design to the interior at Eleanore, helping this small restaurant feel calm and relaxed rather than crowded. Think sleek lines, handmade ceramics and thick curtains, all allowing the focus to rest on the food, which is outstanding. There's a set menu, though do add the oysters. Recently, I loved a main of cod au poivre with creamed spinach and sweet roscoff onions, followed by Eleanore's cult Tirami-choux bun. (set lunch £38, dinner £70).30-31 Albert Place,
