Top Restaurants in Glencoe Village
Top 10 restaurants in Glencoe Village, United Kingdom (UK)
Discover the best restaurant in Glencoe Village, United Kingdom (UK) including Lime Tree, Crannog Seafood Restaurant, Glen Nevis Restaurant & Bar, Ben Nevis Inn, The Holly Tree Seafood Restaurant, Kings House Hotel Restaurant, Lochleven Seafood Cafe, Glencoe Cafe, The Inn at Ardgour, The Laroch Restaurant & Bar
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1. Lime Tree
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 429 reviews
The food philosophy at the Lime Tree is that dishes are made here from fresh, seasonal, locally sourced raw ingredients, then made into something special by our skilled innovative Chef team 'The Lime Tree Restaurant style is one we have come to know as Fiddly Posh Scottish: Lamb with a family tree, duck that went to Gordonstoun, fish that kept its nose clean. All this technically superb, and while served in a part of the country not blessed with an abundance of fine dining, nonetheless worthy of comparison with the cities best. Fort William finally has a heavy-weight culinary destination.' Sunday Times Restaurant The Lime Tree Restaurant is a multi award winning restaurant - Silver Eat Scotland - Two AA Rosette - Relish Good Food Guide Top Twenty Scottish Small Restaurant Private dining - Our fantastic Gallery Space is the perfect location when for Private Dinning or Special Celebrations. We can seat up to 50 persons and our Chef will tailor a meal to suit your requirements.
Reviewed By pmiovasjr - Anchorage, AK
My wife and I visited Lime Tree on our recent trip to Fort William based on the reviews and ratings it generally receives. I thought the service was fair, but after finishing my first drink, the server never came to check on me to see if I wanted a glass of wine with my meal and I had to get her attention after getting my meal. My wife had the special, a beef short rib, and she did think it was wonderful. We shared an appetizer and also thought it was very good. The problem was chiefly with my meal - the pheasant. I assumed that since pheasant are so widespread in Scotland, a restaurant of this caliber would prepare it extremely well. I couldn't have been more wrong.
First, the actual portion of bird you receive is extremely small. We eat a a fair amount of high end restaurants and this is something that I fully understand when ordering a meal in such establishments, but even with that understanding, the portion was pathetic. However, I could have accepted that if the meal was even remotely acceptable - it was not. Pointedly, after a couple of bites I told my wife that I have had better jerky than the pheasant. It was incredibly dry, chewy and almost devoid of any taste. I absolutely should have just sent it back and insisted on a new dish, but I was so upset with the meal that I could not begin to discuss it with them. The fact that a restaurant with this reputation would have even let the dish served to me leave the kitchen was honestly appalling.
Obviously, we were only travelling through on our last day of doing the West Highland Way walk, so we will not be visiting the restaurant again. But given the rave reviews, I thought it was worth writing a review to temper people's expectation or at least steer them away from the pheasant. As I said, my wife was quite pleased with her meal, but mine was just utterly unacceptable. Also, I am not sure what the gentleman had, but there was another patron finishing a meal when we were finishing up that was also extremely disappointed in his meal. It was partially the fact that he was already voicing his complaints that I simply decided to hold my tongue in fear of being just another disgruntled American tourist.
Bottom line - if you go there, I would advise, at a minimum, avoiding the pheasant dish.
2. Crannog Seafood Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Stunning loch views, freshly caught local seafood and a glass of wine in a warm and cosy atmosphere - it's the perfect recipe for relaxing after you've had an enjoyable day exploring the Highlands. If you enjoy the finer things in life, you'll love Crannog.
Reviewed By Kassie A - Andover, Massachusetts
Our hotel recommended this restaurant for dinner, and the Crannog did not disappoint! It seems like it gets pretty busy, so you might want to think about calling ahead for Reservations. If you like seafood- this was so fresh and so delicious. Service was great. Not exactly a budget restaurant but prices are reasonable for vacation. Great selection of drinks as well (beer, wines, and whiskey.) We would definitely return to this restaurant! Surprisingly there was a good vegetarian option as well!
3. Glen Nevis Restaurant & Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 412 reviews
Reviewed By margo m - Scotland
Wasn’t sure how big a restaurant this was so booked a couple of weeks before we arrived, needn’t have bothered, plenty of room...menu was all delicious, specials choices great too...lovely friendly laid back service..thoroughly enjoyed it and only a wee wander from our campsite
4. Ben Nevis Inn
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By scotslass9 - Scotland
As locals this is one of our favourite places to eat. Visitèd tonight and even although weather horrible,it is quite busy with tourists. Staff are all so friendly s usual.
New menu with an intruiging new starter, beans on toast!,, This consists of mixed beans with a tomato sauce and cheese served on foccacio bread, was lovely,co pliments to the chef. Had my usual chicken rumbledethumps which was lovely and a massive portion. No room for pudding., 2 courses and 2 drinks each for £54, excellent value for a lovely meal.
5. The Holly Tree Seafood Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 422 reviews
Reviewed By UncleMatt69 - Msida, Malta
Came here with my mum - she had scallops for starters and she had venison for mains & I had a seafood platter , mine was excellent my wife wasn't keen on her venison it was rather overcooked and the gravy overpowered it. We informed the service staff that she wasn't keen on dish and without thinking twice they took her new order a fresh salmon fillet and was replaced in minutes. Exemplary service staff.
6. Kings House Hotel Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 126 reviews
Reviewed By aw316 - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Was travelled through Glen Coe today (12/02/17) and decided to stop for lunch at the Kings House Hotel. Thinking that given the position of the hotel on the side of the West Highland Way footpath it would welcome travellers who were accompanied by dogs. The main hotel building appeared closed but the adjacent log cabin cafe and bar was open for business. On enquiringly if dogs were allowed into the premises we received a curt almost dismissal response of "no, they can eat outside".
Whilst I accept the owner can decide who or what enters his premises I would suggest a notice outside stating that dogs are not welcome as this would avoid the potential customer having to take up the valuable time of staff answering any questions. I am putting down the rude response and attitude I received was down to having constantly answer this simple question. As we were not prepared to leave our dog outside in relatively cold weather we carried on with our journey. We were made welcome at another establishment which is a competitor of the KHH. Whilst the KHH was busy I wonder how long can they continue to turn away customers, in this case 4 adults who spent £25+ on lunch and drinks. This would have been our first visit to the KHH it is certainly our last. Unfortunately we were not able to give a rating on the food or facilities etc due to not getting any further than the front door.
7. Lochleven Seafood Cafe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Lochleven Seafood Café, Deli and Gift Shop is situated on the north shores of beautiful Loch Leven (on the B86 in North Ballachulish) on the west coast in the Highlands of Scotland. Allowing the sea loch and mountain views to take centre stage alongside our simple yet elegant seafood dishes, our café is designed modest and unamusing. Live shellfish for our family run Restaurant and Deli is kept in onsite seawater tanks where the water is pumped continuously from the cold clean sea-loch on our shore. After being caught locally by our own fishing boats, the shellfish is stored in these tanks. This allows our Chefs to access the freshest possible west coast seafood for the Restaurant and our Deli. NEW for 2018 glass fronted Coffee Shop, Bar & Waiting are with stunning view.
Reviewed By BigDaddyDave55138 - Knoxville, Tennessee
We had really been looking forward to dinner at the Lochleven Seafood Café near our hotel in Ballachulish Scotland. The only question was…would the meal match the hype surrounding this restaurant?
An adjacent big green building houses the café’s sister company, Lochleven Shellfish. They have been exporting live shellfish to Europe and the Far East for many years. What started as a place where some locals could buy fresh shellfish and later some simple meals eaten outside on picnic tables evolved into the idea of a restaurant. Thus was born the Lochleven Seafood Café! It opened in 2006…
The interior of the Lochleven Seafood Café has a modern touch…simple and straightforward with some interesting wall mounted sculptures to set the tone.
We started out with a couple of pints of River Leven Blonde…and excellent light lager. It’s brewed in Kinlochleven, a small village about 6 miles up the road at the head of Loch Leven. We consumed a couple of bread baskets with some great rolls and olive oil for dipping. (1.25 pounds sterling/$1.60 U.S.) We preferred butter with the rolls and we were provided with an ample supply as soon as we asked…
I’m not into olives but everyone else at the table was…especially the ladies. This order of Mixed Olives from the “Side Dishes and Nibbles” portion of the menu satisfied everyone’s desire for these treats. It was a lot of olives for 3.00 pounds sterling/$3.90 U.S.
Appetizers included a bowl of Palourdes (carpet clams) grilled with garlic butter was very well received by everyone. (7.95 pounds sterling/$10.30 U.S.) Then there was a beautiful bowl of Shellfish Soup! (7.95 pounds sterling/10.30 U.S.) It was another winner! …and of course someone had to go for a half dozen Loch Creran Oysters! (9 pounds sterling/$11.70 U.S.) So fresh! Another early choice was a bowl of Cullen Skink. (5.25 pounds sterling/6.80 U.S.) It was terrific!
So what the heck is Cullen Skink soup? It isn’t the most appetizing name but this thick Scottish soup is full of smoked haddock, potatoes and onions. This is true rainy weather comfort food!
My better half ordered the Roasted Langoustines for her entrée. (22.95 pounds sterling/$29.80 U.S.) She made short work out of this large pile of fresh shellfish! After all of the starters and nibbles, my wife's sister Bonnie decided to order a light dinner. She had a Grilled Half Lobster with garlic butter and a House Salad. (19.95 pounds sterling/$25.90 U.S.) It was excellent!
I got a little exotic…at least by my standards. I ordered the Diver Harvested Scallops dinner with Bacon. (21.50 pounds sterling/$27.95 U.S.) These large scallops were the best I’ve had in many years! Bill loves shellfish and he couldn’t resist the most humongous entrée! It was the Shellfish Platter for one with 3 dipping sauces. (40.00 pounds sterling/$52.00 U.S.) It contained lobster, clams, oysters, mussels, langoustines, etc., everything that can be served on ice. Bill stayed with it and didn’t talk much as he demolished his delicious shellfish extravaganza!
What the heck… We just had to overdo it a bit more didn’t we? Laurie and I shared a Traditional Scottish Cranachan. (5.50 pounds sterling/$7.15 U.S.) FYI...Cranachan is a dessert that is usually made from a mixture of whipped cream, whisky, honey and fresh raspberries with toasted oatmeal soaked in the little bit of whisky. It was very good!
For their dessert, Bonnie and Bill ordered a selection of luscious Handmade Oban Chocolates. (3.00 pounds sterling/$3.90 U.S.) Like everything else at the Lochleven Seafood Café, they were excellent!
The Lochleven Seafood Café was easily the best restaurant that we experienced in Scotland…and we ate in some really good restaurants! While it was expensive, this is one instance where we really got what we paid for…really fresh top notch seafood! This is a MUST DINE restaurant for any travel itinerary covering western Scotland…
8. Glencoe Cafe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 691 reviews
A warm welcome awaits you at Glencoe Cafe, the coffee shop in the quiet village of Glencoe. Along with a welcoming smile, we offer you - -quality coffee, roasted in Scotland -loose leaf tea, imported by our Scottish suppliers who also grow their own tea in Scotland! -delicious lunchtime snacks and breakfasts -fresh home baking including our terrific scones -a glass of wine or beer with your lunch -FREE WIFI -a range of selected gifts, books and maps We look forward to seeing you soon
Reviewed By Py M - North Yorkshire, United Kingdom
If in the area or passing through you must visit this very welcoming cafe.We enjoyed excellent coffee and delicious home made scones whilst watching the birds feed right up at our window. We also enjoyed interesting conversation with the very friendly owner, clearly like us, a bird lover!
Highly recommend!
9. The Inn at Ardgour
Overall Ratings
4 based on 151 reviews
Family-run, loch-side Scottish Inn. Stunning views across the water to the Mountains beyond and the entrance to the Great Glen. We offer traditional Scottish Pub food made using quality ingredients. No nouveau cuisine here, just good old-fashioned, tasty pub grub to warm and fill you on a West Highland day.
Reviewed By Elaine R - Monmouth Junction, New Jersey
My girlfriends and I enjoyed our one night stay at this quaint coastal inn. We were fortunate to make it on the last ferry. I didn't realize that we needed to take one to the inn (my fault for not knowing). The inn was very accommodating and serve us a bowl a soup and rolls, despite our late arrival and the kitchen being closed. We were very thankful. The beds, shower and breakfast were quite good. Unfortunately, we didn't have time to enjoy our stay, because we were back on the road by morning after breakfast.
10. The Laroch Restaurant & Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 687 reviews
Reviewed By squiremaguire87 - Bellshill, United Kingdom
Myself and my wife had a gorgeous meal at The Laroch in February while away on a birthday weekend. This restaurant is a must for anyone staying anywhere near the area. This is fine dining at its best. From the attentiveness of the lovely staff to the top quality produce this is a five star plus restaurant. I can’t wait to return. Well done The Laroch
