These 25 Scottish restaurants are recommended by the Michelin Guide
By Lloyd Bent
Published 25th Sep 2019, 16:40 GMT
These Scottish restaurants have all been recommended by the Michelin Guide.
The Michelin Guide is widely considered the gastronomic bible of where to eat out – and there are a number of restaurants around Scotland recommended by the 2019 edition of the famous guidebook.
There is no shortage of options for fine dining in Scotland. 120 restaurants were recommended by the Guide in 2019, with establishments being selected from the Highlands down to the Borders. Here are 25 of the restaurants that were selected from around the country. For the full list you can go here.
Michelin say: "A smart, village-like suburb plays host to one of Tom Kitchins more casual ventures. It has a wood-furnished bar and a dining room which blends rustic and contemporary dcor. Extensive menus follow a Nature to Plate philosophy and focus on the classical and the local."
Michelin say: "A husband and wife team run this appealing Scandic-style restaurant whose name means True. Creative modern cooking showcases Scottish produce, including foraged and home-preserved ingredients. Lunch sees small plates which are ideal for sharing, while dinner offers two surprise tasting menus."
Michelin say: "A smartly converted whisky warehouse provides the perfect setting for this patriotic restaurant, where the windswept highlands are brought indoors courtesy of tartan tweed, tree bark, whisky barrels and dry stone walls. Menus mix boldly flavoured classics with fresh modern dishes. Each ingredient has a purpose and is allowed to shine; vegetables are the chefs passion."
Michelin say: "Uncluttered, modern Japanese restaurant with a smart sushi bar and cheerful service. Colourful, elaborate dishes have clean, well-defined flavours; the menu is designed to help novices feel confident and experts feel at home."
Michelin say: "A great little eatery hidden away by the harbour in a well-preserved coastal town. Wonderfully seasonal cooking features seafood from the local boats and pizzas from the wood-fired oven. Its run by a friendly, experienced couple."
Michelin say: "Unpretentious inn with friendly service and a bustling atmosphere; take the scenic route over the hair-raising, single-track Bealach na Ba, with its stunning views and hairpin bends to reach it. Dine on the freshest of seafood, often caught within sight of the door. Simple bedrooms have marvellous sea views."
Michelin say: "This traditional croft house sits in a remote spot on the west of the island and offers superb views over the hills to the mountains; its very personally run and seats just 12. Skye produce features in a concise selection of fresh, flavoursome, daily changing dishes. Bedrooms share the stunning outlook."
Michelin say: "A quirky, iconic establishment on a cobbled street; the son of the original owner runs it with passion. The mezzanine brasserie serves Scottish favourites but its the ground floor restaurant with its ponds, fountains and greenery that is the place to eat. Interesting modern classics showcase local produce."
Michelin say: "Old bike parts sit alongside Asian furnishings at this relaxed, characterful bistro; ask to sit in the lighter upstairs room with its fine array of lanterns. Unfussy Vietnamese dishes include street food like rice paper summer rolls. The charming, knowledgeable team are keen to offer recommendations."
Michelin say: "A bright, breezy team run this likeable rustic restaurant, with its tile-backed open kitchen and wines displayed in a huge metal cage. The Mediterranean small plates tempt one and all: cooking centres around old favourites but with added modern twists and the flavours really shine through."
Michelin say: "Start with a cocktail in the Bar in the Air, then head back down to the chic hotel restaurant and terrace with their panoramic loch views. The concise menu offers modern classics and grills. Service is friendly."
