Location: St. Andrews
Top Restaurants in St. Andrews
Top Things to do in St. Andrews
- 1. Eden Mill
- 2. The Swilcan Bridge
- 3. St Andrews West Sands Beach
- 4. St Andrews Cathedral
- 5. Craigtoun Country Park
- 6. University of St Andrews
- 7. Kingsbarns Distillery and Visitor CentreVisitScotland Tourism Organisation8 top food experiences to enjoy in Fife
- 8. St Andrews Botanic Garden
- 9. Museum of the University of St Andrews
- 10. St Andrews Castle
Where to eat Scottish food in St. Andrews: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Reviews on Scottish food in St. Andrews, Scotland, United Kingdom. St Andrews (Latin: S. Andrea(s); Scots: Saunt Aundraes; Scottish Gaelic: Cill Rìmhinn) is a town on the east coast of Fife in Scotland, 10 miles (16 km) southeast of Dundee and 30 miles (50 km) northeast of Edinburgh. The town is home to the University of St Andrews, the third oldest university in the English-speaking world and the oldest in Scotland. According to some rankings, it is ranked as the third best university in the United Kingdom, behind Oxbridge. The University is an integral part of the burgh and during term time students make up approximately one third of the town's population. St Andrews has a population of 16,800 (in 2012).
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10. Playfair's Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 976 reviews
Playfair's is one of the oldest established restaurants in St Andrews and continues to offer great value for high end casual dining in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. All our food is freshly prepared with ingredients from local independent businesses
Reviewed By Friendlyfifer
Having complained about poor service before, I returned with friends to Playfairs. This time the service was excellent as was the food. We will be back and if the standard is maintained then 5 stars will be awarded. The chef is excellent so I would encourage readers to book a table. Good food beautifully presented at reasonable prices.Dear Friendly Fifer,I am sorry to hear about your past experience of poor service, and I am very happy that upon returning we have been able to turn this around for you. This is a standard we definitely strive to maintain, great food is nothing without great service and vice versa. I am glad to hear that you and your friends enjoyed both your food and your time at our restaurant. Hopefully you can return soon and fully experience our 5 star service.Kind regards,Kane Wilson, Restaurant Supervisor
9. The Criterion
Overall Ratings
4 based on 252 reviews
We are an award winning family run traditional scottish pub in the centre of St Andrews, offering a range of traditional pub favourites made from locally sourced ingredients and have over 170 Malt Whiskies, 70 Gins and 6 Cask Ales. Open and licensed from
Reviewed By witchingsabrina
Not much into bars to be honest but needed a decent hot meal and the place came highly recommended. The bar was so friendly and welcoming. The music played was just how I like it. The food? OMG! I had THE pie. It too was amazing and delicious! It felt like I had just walked into the âCheersâ bar, âwhere everyone knows your nameâ. I went back the following day for another meal and drink and found the same atmosphere. Thereâs a bit of me, that now Iâm back home wishes it was my local bar but to be honest, if it was you wouldnât see me out of it!Hi witchingsabrinaGreat name! I honesty donât think I could have asked for a better review. You have worded exactly how I would hope our customers feel when leaving us. I am truly touched.We work hard to make The Criterion as warm and friendly as possible and it helps we are blessed with the best team of people working with us not to forgetting our wonderful customers new and old.Thank you for making our day with your fantastic review. Come back soon, we will always be your local no matter where you are.Kind regardsHazel
8. Restaurant at The Russell
Overall Ratings
4 based on 294 reviews
Reviewed By Edmund R
After we were shown to out table and given menus to choose from, the waitress came and asked if we would like to move to a table with more room. We didn't move but in retrospect I think it was a mistake and we should have accepted to offer to move. We were in a rather tight space and very close to a table on each side. It was an interesting menu with a Scottish look. The choice is not large but what we chose was enjoyable. I had asparagus as a starter - it comes with asparagus spears and goats cheese sitting in a little soup. Very tasty. For a main course I had a pork dish which was very meaty - which something I like. The black pudding gave it a Scottish twist. Anyone who likes lots vegetables might by a bit disappointed. For a sweet I had the sticky date pudding. It came with rum and raisin ice cream which was very good, but the sticky date pudding itself I found very sweet. In my opinion, the dish needed something sharp for contrast to all the sweet things. Overall, it was a very enjoyable evening.
7. Guardbridge Inn
Overall Ratings
4 based on 358 reviews
Family run bar and restaurant, serving home made, locally sourced produce. Car parking facilities available and outdoor seating area. Closed Tuesdays
Reviewed By EdwardoCalipso
The Sunday lunch here is crafted to perfection, and thankfully you are only given one meat choice for the roast - that way youâre focused; and they can deliver the perfect meal. Two thick slices of pink bloody sirloin beef done just right, along with perfect roast potato, medium sized pud, honeyed carrot and magnificent gravy. Everything is nice and clean...the staff cheerful and helpful and adaptable. Impressive meal. Huge thanks.
6. The Seafood Ristorante
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1388 reviews
The Seafood Ristorante is located in St Andrews most iconic venue with views that will take your breath away. Traditionally an all seafood restaurant but now has the right amount of Italian flair though its dishes to give you an authentic feel while sitti
Reviewed By S7697RQalanm
Set menu for 16 golfers at the end of our trip. They put us at two tables for 8, but directly beside each other. Fantastic food and presentation of all courses. Staff were very attentive and professional. Location is almost directly beside the Old Course 1st tee. Should Definitely be on the list if youâre visiting.
5. Vine Leaf Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 690 reviews
Reviewed By st_andrews_7
If you can get a table, this is arguably the best in St. Andrews. Book well in advance. Husband and wife team, staff, so obliging and friendly. I have never had a bad meal. Wine list is excellent, just canât recommend highly enough.
4. The Tavern at Strathkinness
Overall Ratings
4 based on 503 reviews
Reviewed By jimmclayuk
Consistently wonderful food, celebrating the best of locally sourced produce and talents of The Tavern chef. This is one of the places our overseas visitors always want to come back to every time they visit us in nearby St. Andrews. Varied menu at an affordable cost, served by friendly local people. Fife at its best.
3. The Rav
Overall Ratings
5 based on 114 reviews
Modern European dining overlooking the iconic St Salvator's Chapel. Local, seasonal produce and signature cocktails served in a skylit, loft-style restaurant in the heart of St Andrews.
Reviewed By FussyMonkey
Fixed price lunch - good value for well-presented, tasty food.No childrenâs menu or offering - Charlotte arranged for a half portion of fish & chips. Demolished by my son!Beautifully looked after by Charlotte - thank you.
2. Haar
Overall Ratings
5 based on 191 reviews
A sensory experience like no other. Haar will play with all your senses as you dine, sight, sound, taste and touch will be engaged to change the way you dine. Haar has the environment in the forefront so we put a paramount on sourcing sustainable products
Reviewed By Adamsmum89
Myself and my husband recently visited for a rare night out and everything was perfect. The service was excellent from start to finish particularly with a lovely guy named Sean, nothing was too much trouble. We opted for the tasting menu as we couldn't decide and it definitely didn't disappoint. The restaurant itself has a great atmosphere and just what we were looking for from our trip. We don't live close by but will be making the effort to visit again (hopefully soon).Dear Adamsmum89,Thank you for your recent review of Haar. I am glad to hear you enjoyed your experience and that Sean provided excellent service. I will certainly pass on your kind comments to him. I hope the next time your in the area we can welcome you again to Haar. Kind regards,RuairiGeneral Manager
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1. The Grange at St Andrews
Overall Ratings
5 based on 656 reviews
The Grange Inn is a lovely 17th Century converted farmhouse. The Restaurant serves modern Scottish cuisine using the freshest of local produce available.
Reviewed By NialO58
We arrived without a reservation at lunchtime, although busy. A good table found for us. An excellent restaurant of quality with an imaginative chef, small but perfectly formed menu and a good wine list. Our food was excellent, service good (but a bit of training would not go amiss). Enjoyable, can highly recommend.
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