Top 8 restaurants in Lochinver, United Kingdom (UK)

November 25, 2017 Sachiko Swiger

Lochinver (Loch an Inbhir in Gaelic) is a village on the coast in the Assynt district of Sutherland, Highland, Scotland. A few miles northeast is Loch Assynt which is the source of the River Inver which flows into Loch Inver at the village. There are 200 or so lochans in the area which makes the place very popular with anglers. Lochinver is dominated by the "sugar loaf" shape of Caisteal Liath, the summit peak of nearby Suilven.
Things to do in Lochinver

1. Albannach

Baddidarroch, Lochinver IV27 4LP, Scotland Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Serves Alcohol European, Scottish, British Dinner, Breakfast +44 1571 844407
Excellent
68%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
0%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 100 reviews

Albannach

Reviewed By Aj8709

Went as a much delayed birthday treat. The rooms are well appointed (although it is an old house and there were audible creaks from outside our room). The food was excellent but there was too much of it - we did not need an additional, delicious but unexpected starter after some very good amuse bouche. However the restaurant is vey dark and it is hard to see what you are eating, which detracts from the excellence of the food being served. The service was variable, a delightful waitress, new to the hotel/ restaurant but also waiters who gave the impression that they were feeling the need for a break after a long hard season's work. The wine list was long and interesting but too many of the wines (50% or so) were marked as unavailable. In fact, without telling us or showing the bottles to us before they were uncorked both the wines we ordered were substituted (one for another Loire white, the other for a different, younger and less goo vintage). When challenged about this the response was that it was hard to keep all the wines on the list in stock. So the impressive wine list is deeply unimpressive in Delivery (but we were given what we had left undrunk to take away the next day). Would we go back? No.

2. Lochinver Larder

Main Street, Lochinver IV27 4JY, Scotland Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Delivery, Takeout, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments Seafood, Cafe, British, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Breakfast, Late Night HK$55 - HK$275 +44 1571 844356
Excellent
63%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 901 reviews

Lochinver Larder

Award winning Pie Shop,Restaurant and Coffee Shop

Reviewed By ken c - Inverness, United Kingdom

In 70 + years, (apart from my grandmother`s), I have never experienced pies like these. The pastry is soft, tasty and crumbly, & amazing to the senses. The fillings, well, so tasty, and much choice for vegetarians and meat eaters. It is a great pity they are so far out, on a twisty, lonely road to Lochinver. We are local now & have just been able to discover this place fully. A gem. Amazing. Even though its 50+ miles away. We go home loaded and happy..

3. The Caberfeidh

Main Street | Sutherland, Lochinver IV27 4JY, Scotland Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi Bar, Seafood, British, Pub, Scottish, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Late Night HK$39 - HK$133 +44 1571 844321
Excellent
56%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 352 reviews

The Caberfeidh

The Caberfeidh dining pub is located in the heart of the village where the River Inver meets the sea. Try the delicious, light, tapas-style bites. Fresh local shellfish, fish and game, meatballs, hand cut chips, home made soups and breads. Order one dish or a selection of dishes to enjoy at your table. Larger plates also available. Full menus on blackboards inside, changing daily. Wine by the glass or bottle, guest ales.

Reviewed By Wendy B - Ringwood, United Kingdom

Their sister restaurant has a Michelin star but this place certainly did not. The menu was very limited and expensive for pub food. Ordered fish and chips with peas. A desert spoon of semi mushed frozen peas and about 7 over cooked chips. The fillet of beef goulash was a joke as a few mouthfuls and it would be gone and at a price of £18.99. When serving staff were questioned the answer was that the chef from their sister restaurant was working in the pub and he was used to serving up 7 small courses but this was a pub serving food and you expect a good portion of food especially at that price. Would not recommend and would not go back. Should have gone with my instinct after Reading the most recent reviews before we visited which were not great.

4. Chez Roux

Iolaire Road | Inver Lodge Hotel, Lairg IV27 4LU, Scotland Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff French, European Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner +44 1571 844496
Excellent
45%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
4%
Terrible
9%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 21 reviews

Chez Roux

Reviewed By commontouch - Norwich, United Kingdom

This was going to be the treat of the week for us on a walking holiday in Loch Inver.
First the welcome wasn't the best and I am confused to this day as what happened. I had booked a table for four three weeks beforehand and had left my home number for reference. When we arrived at the restaurant i was told i had made a mistake and only booked for two - therefore there was a wait for a table. On returning home there was a message on the phone to say a mistake had been made over our booking and they needed to change the timing. Moreover the booking, the greeting in the restaurant and the message were all by the same person..... truth is obviously in short supply!
The restaurant itself is quite plain with echos of the 1950s, no harm in that in itself and the views are dramatic. The food was fine, no complaints - but no gold stars - and at £42.50 a head for the meal, plus £44 for wine - and then the other drinks etc - you sort of expect better.
Wouldn't recommend it -

5. An Cala Cafe and Bunkhouse

Culag Square, Lochinver IV27 4LE, Scotland Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Free Wifi, Reservations Cafe, British, Scottish, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch +44 1571 844598
Excellent
48%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
6%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 225 reviews

An Cala Cafe and Bunkhouse

Newly opened cafe and hostel.

Reviewed By Deb B - Luton, United Kingdom

Popped in for a quick drink on our north coast 500 trip. A nice spacious place to stop but didn't find staff overly friendly or helpful..Very clean and tidy which is always an important part of stopping somewhere.

6. Secret Tea Garden

Tigh na Bruach | Tigh na Bruach, Drumbeg IV27 4NW, Scotland Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Outdoor Seating, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Takeout, Accepts Credit Cards Cafe, British, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options Drinks +44 1571 833263
Excellent
81%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 151 reviews

Secret Tea Garden

We are a small family business run by Mum & Son team Helen and Danny. Open seasonally April - Sept. 6 days a week Tues - Sun (closed on Mondays).You can find us nestled in the tiny picture postcard hamlet of Drumbeg, halfway along the spectacular Drumbeg coastal road (B869) part of the NC500. Stop by for a browse we have lots of lovely things for you to smell and eat! Hidden from view, take a look out of the back door of our Candle Shop and you will discover our Secret Tea Garden. You can relax with a delicious slice of cake, or scone with jam and clotted cream ... a cup of fresh roasted coffee, or why not indulge in one of our fully loaded hot chocolates pilled high with cream and marshmallows and topped with a chocolate flake. CANDLE SHOP - Come along for a browse, or smell! We produce our own exclusive range of scented candles, luxurious organic body care, artisan soaps, handmade creams and gift sets. Our range is also available from our online shop year round.

Reviewed By he-H767 - Hanover, Niedersachsen, Germany

The secret tea garden is a must-stop on the Drumbeg circle/loop, also if you do the full loop (single-track road with steep ups and downs followed by the next single-track road). The cafe is close to the main road in Drumbeg, actually located on a...MoreThank you very much for taking the time to write your review to tell us how much you enjoyed your visit. Best wishes Helen & Danny (Mum & Son) x

7. Peet's

Culag Road | Harbourside, Lochinver IV27 4LE, Scotland Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards Seafood, British, Scottish, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Brunch HK$47 - HK$275 +44 1571 844085
Excellent
61%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 520 reviews

Peet's

Peet's is by the harbour, at the seafood end of the village - where the boats come in!! Lochinver lies in the heart of the spectacular coastal scenery of the North West Highlands, on the North Coast 500 route. We are open Monday to Saturday from 5.30pm to 7:30pm serving evening meals, and 12pm to 7:30pm on Sunday. Whatever you want, from a snack, Sunday lunch, to a full on lovely evening meal in elegant surroundings, you can't go wrong when you eat at Peet's. Peet's is a very popular dining choice here in the Highlands. Booking is not required, but recommended at busy times. Groups of 7 or more, booking is advisable.

Reviewed By culkein - Edinburgh, United Kingdom

We were pleased to find that Peets was serving dinner on a midweek evening in November. It is a comfortable and attractive restaurant. We received a warm welcome on a cold night. We both had the seafood chowder to start, which was almost a meal in itself and absolutely delicious. The venison casserole and the teuchter chicken were also generous portions and very tasty. No room for desserts I am afraid. We thought it was very good value.

8. Flossie's Beach Store

Clachtoll, Lochinver IV27 4JD, Scotland Takeout, Parking Available, Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards Cafe, British, Scottish, Vegetarian Friendly Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch HK$16 - HK$39 +44 1571 855763
Excellent
89%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 92 reviews

Flossie's Beach Store

As part of Flossie's beach store we serve hot and cold snacks and drinks to take away or sit out on our benches. Our coffee is freshly ground and we source as much of our produce as locally as possible. Soup is always homemade as is our baking. We also stock a wide range of basic groceries and essentials and off license sales

Reviewed By will500100 - London, United Kingdom

Everything you need, wonderful cakes and bread all topped off with service with a smile. Recommend the hot chocolate and millionaires shortcake!Thank you for your review, The top quality bread from the 3 little bakers is extremely popular and the hot chocolate with millionaires shortbread is a winning combo in my book ? Take care and see you again x

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