Where to eat Scottish food in Kelso: The Best Restaurants and Bars

May 30, 2020 Veronika Gaddis

Discover Restaurants offering the best Scottish food in Kelso, Scotland, United Kingdom including The Cobbles - Freehouse & Dining, The Waggon, Lemon and Thyme Restaurant, The Queens Head Hotel, The Topiary Coffee Shop & Restaurant, Teviot Smokery Restaurant, Off The Square, Terrace Cafe, The Tipsy Ghillie, The Roxburghe Hotel
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10. The Roxburghe Hotel

The Roxburghe Hotel & Golf Course TD5 8JZ, Kelso TD5 8JZ Scotland Scottish, European, British Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Reservations, Seating, Parking Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Private Dining, Validated Parking, Highchairs Available, Table Service [email protected] +44 1573 450331 http://www.roxburghe-hotel.com
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4 based on 84 reviews

The Roxburghe Hotel

Reviewed By 996nickm

A great little find close to Kelso and less than an hours drive to Edinburgh. Stayed with our dog in one of the courtyard rooms....with its own entrance it was ideal for getting out without disturbing anyone. The bedroom was a good size and comfortable. The television was placed a little awkwardly for easy viewing but I know the management were aware of this. We enjoyed a light evening meal and a hearty breakfast. The guest lounge was full of character with many personal touches and a roaring fire....very welcome on a chilly evening. The staff were excellent and very welcoming....nothing was too much trouble.The food and menu is overseen by the legendary French chef Albert Roux. You know that the standard will be consistently good with a wide range of well thought out dishes featuring local produce from the Scottish Borders. We thoroughly enjoyed our overnight stay and hope to return.

9. The Tipsy Ghillie

11 Woodmarket, Kelso TD5 7AT Scotland British, Cafe, European, Pub, Wine Bar, Gastropub, Scottish Lunch, Brunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Drinks Reservations, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Digital Payments, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +44 1573 225354 https://www.thetipsyghillie.co.uk/
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4 based on 34 reviews

The Tipsy Ghillie

The Tipsy Ghillie.....an all day cafe space open from 9am serving brunch & lunch dishes as well as home-made scones & cakes. 5 evenings a week the space becomes a relaxed candlelit Wine focused Bistro serving a selection of freshly made small plates & pl

Reviewed By Ian R

When you walk in to the wine bar you are treated to a mix of traditional and modern decor, good choice of meals to suit all palates on the menu, handy location in centre of town with parking round back

8. Terrace Cafe

Floors Castle, Kelso Scotland British, Scottish, Cafe, Contemporary Lunch, Brunch Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Table Service, Parking Available +44 1573 225714 http://www.roxburghe.net/shops-and-restaurants/floors-castle-terrace-cafe
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4 based on 143 reviews

Terrace Cafe

Reviewed By 115115115

Another visit and great food and service again. Interesting soup with poached eggs, Moroccan meatballs were delicious and eclair good as always. Not many cafes in this price bracket make their own bread/eclairs etc. They now do sandwiches, very reasonably priced. In fact prices are too low across the board. Our favourite place to visit in Kelso, never had a bad meal.

7. Off The Square

20 Horsemarket, Kelso TD5 7HA Scotland Cafe, British, Soups, Scottish Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service [email protected] +44 1573 226909 http://www.facebook.com/offthesquarekelso/
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4 based on 76 reviews

Off The Square

Friendly coffee shop selling Ringtons drinks. Serving a selection of homemade soups, lunches, scones, cakes and traybakes. Lovely outside seating area.

Reviewed By PicnMix_UK

We were staying in Kelso, but didn’t have breakfast included. Just off the square, we found this lovely little place.We had tasty bacon rolls and very good coffee - just what we needed. About £5 each for coffee and a bacon roll.

6. Teviot Smokery Restaurant

Kirkbank House Eckford, Kelso Scotland British, Scottish Lunch, Brunch, Breakfast, Late Night Reservations, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Table Service [email protected] +44 1835 850253 http://Teviotgamefaresmokery.co.uk
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4 based on 195 reviews

Spectacular terraced water gardens with riverside walk. Garden and visitor centre incorporating a speciality food and gift hall,conservatory restaurant serving breakfast,lunch,coffees and teasOPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK ALL YEAR FREE ENTRY

Reviewed By niclouemmScotland

Went here with my daughter for brunch, was lovely, staff really nice, hope has some lovely things from food to gifts.

5. The Topiary Coffee Shop & Restaurant

Glebe Lane Mayfield Garden Centre, Kelso TD5 7AU Scotland Cafe, British, Scottish Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards [email protected] +44 1573 224124 http://www.klondyke.co.uk/static/topiary-coffee-shop-1.html
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4 based on 214 reviews

The Topiary Coffee Shop & Restaurant

Reviewed By Tonet2414

I am really sorry to write this review as we have been here quite a few times for Sunday lunch, but what I was served yesterday was terrible.We arrived late in the afternoon noon so no turkey left so went for the beef now it was very busy and I except we would be waiting.Well 40mins had passed both drinks had been consumed and I started to noice three tables that sat down after us had received Sunday lunches.I spoke to a waitress she asked what number we had and straight away my beef was in front of me and I just looked at it you could see it had been thrown together my two people on both sides were veg then two lots of potatoes on each side,then beef that was covered in a jelly like grave and cold Yorkshire.My this time I was really hungry and started to tuck in the veg potatoes but I just couldn’t get my knife through the beef my husband was laughing as I was shaking the table once cut through came the job of chewing chewing and chewing I gave up.I did look round to see if anyone else was having the same issues and yes people trying to cut into the meat or just gave up like me.So sorry but what went wrong today?Thank you for taking the time to leave a review of your experience; I was disappointed to read that you did not enjoy your meal on this occasion. We aim to give first class food and service and I am sorry that this is not what you experienced. Please rest assured we take measures to address problems and prevent future occurrences. We appreciate you sharing your comments and I would appreciate the opportunity to speak to you personally about your visit. If you could send your contact details to [email protected] we will be in touch.

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4. The Queens Head Hotel

24 Bridge Street, Kelso TD5 7JD Scotland Bar, British, Pub, Scottish Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Breakfast Seating, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Free Wifi +44 1573 228899 http://www.queensheadhotelkelso.com/
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4 based on 232 reviews

The Queens Head Hotel

Reviewed By 935donnar

Came for a meal while on holiday and it was lovely , we had our dog with us so had to sit in the bar which wasn't a problem as it is really cosy and welcoming as are the staff , great menu choice also which includes daily pasta, risotto and curry options and plenty of snacks and good childrens menu which included home made fish fingers , all in all a very welcoming pub with lovely food

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3. Lemon and Thyme Restaurant

35-37 Horsemarket, Kelso TD5 7HE Scotland Polish, Seafood, European, British, Fusion, Scottish Dinner, Lunch Reservations, Seating, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Table Service [email protected] +44 1573 348324 http://www.lemonandthymerestaurant.co.uk
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4 based on 101 reviews

Lemon and Thyme Restaurant

Reviewed By June J

Another wonderful dinner on Friday night with fabulous dishes and such friendly service. Our compliments to the chef & waiting staff for a memorable meal. Definitely the only fine dining restaurant in Kelso. We will be back!!

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2. The Waggon

10 Coalmarket, Kelso TD5 7AH Scotland British, Gastropub, Scottish Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Takeout, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Reservations, Television, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Servic [email protected] +44 1573 224568 http://www.thewaggoninn.com
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4 based on 597 reviews

The Waggon

The Waggon, in Kelso, located centrally in this charming historic Border town. A treat awaits within, with excellent fresh food offerings, at great value for money prices, available both in our restaurant and comfortable bar/seating area.Owned & operated

Reviewed By DavidJ549

We have been here quite a number of times, the staff are always friendly and welcoming, our experience is mostly for lunchtime food, it can get busy in the evenings.The menu changes regularly, and there are always daily specials available, food is home produced and always comes out hot and freshly prepared. Take a healthy appetite when you go, we didn’t have room for pudding.

Top 3 Bar food in Kelso, Scotland, United Kingdom

1. The Cobbles - Freehouse & Dining

7 Bowmont Street, Kelso TD5 7JH Scotland Bar, British, Pub, Scottish, Brew Pub Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Outdoor Seating, Seating, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Reservations, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music, Dog Frien [email protected] +44 1573 223548 http://www.thecobbleskelso.co.uk
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4 based on 1187 reviews

The Cobbles - Freehouse & Dining

The Cobbles is a well-established pub restaurant situated in the heart of the lovely Scottish Borders town of Kelso which serves an eclectic mix of British gastro-pub classics, Modern European and Pacific Rim cuisine.The Cobbles is the brewery tap for one

Reviewed By Tammy K

What a fabulous find. Very accommodating for dairy-free gluten-free which I really appreciate. Everyone was really happy with their food. The service was lovely. We will be back!

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