United Kingdom Food Guide: 10 Scottish food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Orphir
Reviews on Scottish food in Orphir, United Kingdom including The Noust Bar, The Foveran Restaurant, Hamnavoe, Ferry Inn, Julia's Cafe, The Shore Restaurant, Helgi's, Royal Hotel, Lynnfield Hotel, Scapa Flow Restaurant
10. Scapa Flow Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 121 reviews
Reviewed By PeterH430
A carvery is available for Sunday lunch which can be either two or three course. There is a choice of several roast meats and accompanied by a selection of vegetables. Not outstanding but nevertheless a wholesome meal. As with most food on Orkney it is not cheap around 50 pounds for 4 and two courses. Drinks available at the friendly bar . First course is fairly limited with a choice of soup or smoked salmon or tuna salad. Down side no apple sauce with the roast pork.
9. Lynnfield Hotel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 254 reviews
Reviewed By Anita37
Ate here twice during our 4 night stay on the island. Place has the feel of a slightly worn minor country house (which we liked) to it, menu whilst quite short still offered a good choice for everyone (we don't eat meat). Service was timely, food well prepared and presented, and whilst certainly priced on the higher side, offered good value for what you received and for the whole dining experience. Oh yes and a good wine choice too.
8. Royal Hotel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 113 reviews
Welcome to the Royal Hotel, Stromness where traditional island hospitality extends across our rooms, food and bar service. Open year round from early to late, the Royal provides the perfect local base for business or holiday stays in Stromness.
Reviewed By MGW_11
Stopped in here for lunch at the bar in the back. Looked like it had recently been renovated, very nicely decorated. The food was pretty good and reasonably priced. Service was good. Would definitely recommend.Many thanks for your recommendation. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed our food in the recently re-decorated Hudson Lounge.
7. Helgi's
Overall Ratings
4 based on 990 reviews
Firstly it is important for any new visitors trying to book or visit Helgi's to know that we are an over 18's only bar. That includes throughout the building and at all times. Helgi's is a small cosy pub overlooking the harbour. We serve good pub food of
Reviewed By Revatron
Easily the best burger menu in town at present. Good flavours and good service but just a few small things could have made for an amazing lunch. The burgers could do with more seasoning and to be seared better. Mine was cooked through but barely had any colour on it. Colour equals flavour when it comes to meat. It was lacking a side salad and served on a cold piece of slate rather than a warm one or plate. Cold crockery is unforgivable in the restaurant trade. Again, the burgers were tasty but they could have been great with these few details sorted.
6. The Shore Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 353 reviews
Reviewed By rhondakdan
We loved this restaurant so much! The breakfast was simple but so yummy and cooked to order. Our dinner was absolutely amazing. In fact, the majority of the group said it was the best dinner we had throughout the 2 week trip!
5. Julia's Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 497 reviews
Reviewed By travels_with_red
We first discovered Julia's for lunch. We had just arrived on the Hamnavoe Ferry and were looking for something to eat. It was a blustery, rainy day. The warm atmosphere in Julia's contrasted dramatically with the weather outside. The soup (lentil) was great. Sandwiches were good. Tea cakes and scones ... I could go on. In fact, during our stay on Orkney we've been back several times.The staff have always been friendly and willing to chat with tourists like us. It reminded us of friendly restaurants back home.Don't be shy -- when you arrive by ferry, just walk across the street and pop in to Julia's. You'll be glad you did, and get a warm Orkney welcome as well as some great food.
4. Ferry Inn
Overall Ratings
4 based on 682 reviews
Situated right on the harbour side of Stromness.
Reviewed By negativecamber
On a day trip to the Orkney Islands it was a stop in Stromness for lunch, and the Ferry Inn was close to where our coach parked. It was very pleasant inside and service was very prompt they are obviously used to people on day trips coming in. The food came very quickly but was very tasty and we also had time for dessert, and it still gave us time to have a stroll around Stromness afterwardsThank you for this super review about our lunchtime service. This is exactly what we aim to do for those guests visiting on coach tours. It is good to hear that you enjoyed our food and still had time for a walk about Stromness.
3. Hamnavoe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 239 reviews
We are a small family run restaurant serving the best of local produce - cooked from the heart and served with a smile. During the summer months we are busy so best to book ahead. We have a one sitting policy so you can relax and enjoy your meal without b
Reviewed By davidwB6194TR
At The Hamnavoe you are assured a warm welcome, great service and wonderful food - and on this visit the five of us enjoyed all three in abundance! A great evening enjoyed by all - I especially enjoyed the scallop and monkfish dish and the fish soup as to die for! Well done Hamnavoe for keeping up the high standards over a great many years now - it is always a delight to come back when in OrkneyThank you David it is always a pleasure to see you and feed you - again thank you for your kind words - hope to see you again soon.
2. The Foveran Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 649 reviews
At the Foveran, you can enjoy the finest Orkney produce in a relaxed and modern setting with stunning views across historic Scapa Flow. Superb seafood features on our menu along with prime beef and lamb. We work closely with local livestock farmers, fishe
Reviewed By davidwB6194TR
Second visit in eight days and many more over the years! The FOVERAN never disappoints and often brings pleasant surprises! Tonight was no exception - a warm welcome and service from local staff who knew the menu inside out and were always cheerful and helpful. The food was just out of this world - generous portions, freshly cooked vegetables served in a warm atmosphere where there was a buzz of conversation. Three fillet steaks and two lamb - preceded by a bisque and followed by delicious Orkney ice cream! Evenings to remember and cherish when we return to the deep sooth! THANK YOU to the chef and all the staff.
1. The Noust Bar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 42 reviews
Reviewed By Finagain
This place deserves 6 stars, not 5. We arrived on Orkney pretty late, and the owner of our B&B called the Noust to see if they'd keep the kitchen open till we got there. We were told at the B&B to hurry to the restaurant because we might have pretty limited selection, since all the staff had gone home and it was just the owner running the kitchen. When we got there the owner was very welcoming and kind, and the "limited" selection included about 5 or 6 options still! My mom had hands down the best fish & chips I've seen in Scotland, and I had a fabulous ground beef chilli over rice. Friendly, clean atmosphere, welcoming owner, and great food... couldn't have asked for a better welcome onto Orkney! Went to dinner in Kirkwall the other 2 nights we were here, but really shouldn't have bothered... food here was much better!
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