Best Scottish food near Newtonmore, Scotland, United Kingdom

December 21, 2019 Kaleigh Reichenbach

Discover Restaurants offering the best Scottish food in Newtonmore, Scotland, United Kingdom. Newtonmore (Scottish Gaelic: Baile Ùr an t-Slèibh pronounced [ˈb̊alɪ uːr ən tlɛː] ) is a village in the Highland council area of Scotland. It has a population of about 1650. The village is only a few miles from a location that is claimed to be the exact geographical centre of Scotland. Newtonmore railway station is managed by Abellio ScotRail and is on the Highland Main Line. Newtonmore has been bypassed by the A9 since 1979.
Things to do in Newtonmore

10. The Tipsy Laird

68 High Street, Kingussie PH21 1HZ Scotland Bar, British, Pub, Scottish Dinner Outdoor Seating, Seating, Television, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Discover, Reservations, Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Wine and Beer, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, L [email protected] +44 1540 661708 http://www.thetipsylaird.com/
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4 based on 462 reviews

The Tipsy Laird

Typical Village Pub come under New ownership as of the 2nd of November 2018. We offer simplistic food to a high standard and a low price. At the Bar you’ll find a selection of local whisky, gin and Cask Ales boasting a permanent line of Cairngorm Brewery

Reviewed By Elyse B

My family, including my 7 year old grandson, went here for dinner on Saturday 27th July 2019. We were staying at Loch Insh and arrived around 6.30pm. We weren't sure whether to go to Aviemore or Kingussie. Oh how I wish we'd turned right to Aviemore....We arrived in this pub and waited to be seated by a lovely young girl. She told us that the kitchen weren't taking anymore orders for 30 minutes as there was "only one chef". We decided to wait it out rather than look elsewhere at that time of night, especially as we were unfamiliar with the area. The young lady took our drinks order. There was heavy rock music playing (loudly) which turned out to be the jukebox. Fair enough. My grandson asked if he could choose some music. Unfortunately there was a drunk man hanging over the jukebox so we couldn't get to it. Another man witnessed it and asked the drunk man to move. My grandson was a bit scared so we quickly pressed anything and rushed back to our table through the back. Being a 50 year old woman, this didn't bother ME too much, folk get drunk in pubs right?? Our order was eventually taken - quicker than the 30 minutes originally stated so we were happy at that. 2 orders were for macaroni, 1 for a beef burger and 1 children's chicken goujons. The meals arrived within 15 minutes of ordering. My macaroni was presented to me and I immediately noticed it had the consistency of soup. And it was green and white! I began eating it and noticed that the green was a herb which didn't go with the dish. I was informed that it was parsley, a LOT of parsley. Any chef knows that a woody herb like parsley shouldn't be used in macaroni, surely right? The beef burger was overdone. I returned my macaroni, my sister ate hers as she was so hungry. My grandson thoroughly enjoyed his chicken. My other sister ate some half her meal. My sisters stood at the bar to pay the bill. I removed my grandson as there were so many drunk men in the bar by this point. The till roll ran out in the till. The 2 very young waitresses didn't know how to sort it. They finally called the CHEF through to do it. That process took 14 minutes. My sister explained that one meal was sent back as it was inedible due to the parsley being at odds with the actual dish. The chef refused to remove it from the bill. My sister, being a publican herself for many years, advised him that this is standard practice, good customer service. He still refused to remove it or even offer a discount. At that my sisters walked out, putting the whole thing down to experience. When we spoke to one of the staff at our accommodation about it she advised us that it's just a local pub where local folk go, not tourists. She stated that when guests ask where they can eat out they ALWAYS say Aviemore and tell people NOT to go to Kingussie!! Too late for us. On another note, I always carry antibacterial wipes in my bag. We had made a bit of a mess with salt in the table. I wiped it off - and the wipe was BLACK! The table was filthy! I am not angry. This is just an honest review of my own experience. I gain nothing by leaving a rotten review. I am NOT a complained by nature. I just want to warn off any other tourists. I'll leave by saying this - whoever is replying to other folks' reviews about this place needs a lot of training in customer care! You don't just argue with reviewers because you don't like their review! Thank you for reading.Hi, we know you well and were awaiting this review. You entered the premises and were seated at a recently wiped table as it had just been turned over from a previous 4 sat there. You ordered your food and the two macaroni cheese meals were sent out and neither were returned even after our waitresses both asked if everything was okay with the meal this was option one to return the meal and have it removed from the tab. Then when clearing the plates waitresses again asked if everything was okay and again no issues were bought to us. Then when it came to the bill being paid issues arose. Preference issues. No hospitality or food establishment removes a charge for a meal that at the last moment is stated that you didn’t enjoy. Furthermore you did not ask what the herbs were, as it is Mixed herbs which many top chefs add to a cheese sauce and no attempts were made to talk to the chef. We are happy to accept that there was a longer than normal wait and that the food may not have been to your liking and for that we apologise however the exaggerations are outstanding just because you didn’t receive a free meal.Regards “the one chef”

9. Toshacs Tuck Shop

Main Street, Newtonmore Scotland Cafe, British, Scottish Lunch, Breakfast, Brunch Takeout, Seating
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3 based on 45 reviews

Toshacs Tuck Shop

Reviewed By Expatvisitors

I was very hesitant to enter as looks unpromising from the outside & smells of frying. However at 3pm after a long walk there wasn't much choice! Dave & Lyn were very friendly, giving quick, attentive service. Most of the food is standard fare (unexciting, but what you'd expect from a café and all prepared fresh), at a good value, but the homemade soup and cheese scone were absolutely delicious and I'd definitely go back just for them. We also enjoyed their tea & fruit scone - another reason to return. Definitely a quaint atmosphere, but very relaxed & welcoming.

8. Cafe Bistro

57 High Street, Kingussie PH21 1HX Scotland British, Scottish Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, BYOB [email protected] +44 1540 661766 http://www.facebook.com/Cafe-Bistro-178493212518823
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5 based on 116 reviews

Cafe Bistro

Reviewed By G_Stockholm

We had a very nice tagliatelle with seafood and we both found it to be both tasty and with well balanced flavours.I personally have a thing for when the chefs personally serve the food, to me it shows pride in work, standing behind the finished product and not keep on hiding in the kitchen.Heated plates was an added bonus! Staff fun, friendly and very accommodating.The place was slightly cold due to the fully open door, jammed open. But, we non-Scots feel the chill more than the true Scots do! Laughing

7. The Restaurant at The Cross

Tweed Mill Tweedmill Brae Ardbroilach Road Ardbroilach Road, Kingussie PH21 1LB Scotland European, Scottish, British, Contemporary Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast Reservations, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Table Service, Full Bar [email protected] +44 1540 661166 http://www.thecross.co.uk
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4 based on 141 reviews

The Restaurant at The Cross

Reviewed By 569AlisonC

We had a wonderful evening at The Cross and look forward to returning again soon. We had a lovely table by the fire and the staff couldn’t have been more helpful and friendly. I had the quail, followed by the roast halibut and finished with the cheesecake. Every mouthful was delicious. Thank you very much.

6. McInnes Restaurant

Newtonmore Road McInnes House Hotel, Kingussie PH21 1HE Scotland Bar, European, British, Scottish Lunch, Dinner, Drinks Reservations, Seating, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Outdoor Seating, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Full Bar, Wine and Beer [email protected] +44 1540 661967 https://www.mcinneshousehotel.com/food-and-drink
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4 based on 134 reviews

McInnes Restaurant

***closed during november 2019***Serving hearty portions of individually cooked dishes . After a short time we have fast become the chosen eartirey for both the local community and visting tourists. Offering restuarant and bar meals with weekly Sunday Car

Reviewed By 6alexandrec

We had great service and good food. A variety of options we’re available including gluten free and vegeterian which was great! Only a small complaint would be of the temperature in the room. The door we believe was left open to air out the freshly washed carpets and it was a little frisky. But we are assuming this was unusual.

5. Newtonmore Grill

Perth Road, Newtonmore PH20 1BB Scotland Cafe, Scottish, British Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Takeout, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Table Service http://www.transportcafe.co.uk/a9_newtonmore_truck_stop_transport_cafe_lorry_park.html
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4 based on 147 reviews

Newtonmore Grill

01540673702 and ask for Barbara or Derek. Newtonmore Grill is on Facebook too - great great restaurant and good value serving everything from lorry drivers to themed nights of curries caribean etc etc

Reviewed By LondonLover99

Had breakfast here before heading up Cairngorm for some skiing. Full Scottish for £9.50. Was delicious. Would definitely return next time we stay up there. Note it is a truckstop type place and not a place for a romantic meal for two!!

4. Antlers Cafe

Main Street, Newtonmore PH20 1DA Scotland British, Scottish, Cafe Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Free Wifi, Table Service, Street Parking +44 1540 673798
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4 based on 95 reviews

Antlers Cafe

Reviewed By WisteriaView

We were very glad we chose this cafe in Newtonmore. The ladies here were very friendly and chatty. We had delicious food too, with a great choice. What more could you want! Highly recommend and would definitely go back if we were in the area again.

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3. Balavil Hotel Restaurant

Main Street Newtonmore, Inverness-shire, Newtonmore PH20 1DL Scotland Bar, British, Scottish Dinner, Breakfast, Drinks Reservations, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Live Music [email protected] +44 1540 673220 http://balavilhotel.com
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4 based on 87 reviews

Balavil Hotel Restaurant

Reviewed By mattontwowheels

This is clearly a popular place to eat in Newtonmore and is understandable why. The menu is diverse, tasty and reasonably priced. The service is friendly and the restaurant and bar are atmospheric. Try the house special single malt! Delicious.

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2. The Glen Hotel Restaurant

Main Street, Newtonmore PH20 1DD Scotland Bar, European, British, Pub, Scottish Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Breakfast, Late Night Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Free Wifi [email protected] +44 1540 673203 http://www.theglenhotel.co.uk/
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4 based on 509 reviews

The Glen Hotel Restaurant

Reviewed By MinistryOfInfo

Each time we visit Newtonmore and Kingussie, we visit The Glen at least once - we've never struggled to get a table, without booking.It's not fine dining, and doesn't remotely claim to be, but the food's great - unpretentious British 'pub' fare, with a few interesting local variants, including venison. Vegetarians plainly aren't just an afterthought - try the veggie haggis.Haddock and chips might seem an unexciting choice, but you'll reliably get a larger fish than anywhere else!We'll be back....

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1. The Rowan Tree Country Hotel Restaurant

Loch Alvie The Rowan Tree Country Hotel and Restaurant Loch Alvie, Aviemore PH22 1QB Scotland British, Bar, International, Fusion, Scottish Dinner, Drinks Reservations, Seating, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Table Service, Validated Parking [email protected] +44 1479 810207 http://www.rowantreehotel.com
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4 based on 185 reviews

The Rowan Tree Country Hotel Restaurant

Our country restaurant is renowned across the highlands for providing high quality, locally sourced cuisine. Our carefully designed menu showcases the very best seasonal food and the menu changes accordingly. Our award-winning chef also enjoys developing

Reviewed By Angela H

Visited this restaurant for the 1st time on 5th September to celebrate my cousin Peter's 60th Birthday. Food was fantastic ( The chips are a must fir any visit) and Steaks & Duck were just perfect!! Staff were excellent as was the service!! Sheena was hilarious and didn't know how funny she was!! Young couple/ chef and Baker were lovely!! Will definitely revisit.Hi Angela,Thanks for choosing the Rowan Tree for Peter's birthday celebration and thanks for the lovely review! We really enjoyed having you here and pleased that you had a good night. Looking forward to seeing you next time. Many thanks

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