Scotland, United Kingdom Food Guide: 10 Cafe food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Inverness

August 25, 2020 Timmy Ribble

Find out what Cafe restaurants to try in Inverness. This compact Scottish city is perfect for exploration by foot — travelers can easily find their way from the lovely River Ness to historic Inverness Castle and St. Andrews Cathedral, and beyond to the events at Eden Court and the busy Victorian Market. It’s also an ideal base for exploring the Highlands, with the mysterious Loch Ness (and famed local resident Nessie), Culloden Battlefield and the Bronze Age Clava Cairns just a quick drive away.
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10. Utopia Cafe

27 Tomatin Road, Inverness IV2 4UA Scotland Cafe, British, Contemporary, Soups, Scottish Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Seating [email protected] +44 1463 564925 http://utopiacafe.net
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4 based on 46 reviews

Utopia Cafe

A quirky neighbourhood hangout serving speciality coffee & delicious dishes with ingredients sourced from local artisan producers.

Reviewed By heathercarroll1993

Went here for breakfast. Asked to order food and drinks at the same time and we were told we could only order drinks and had to wait to order food (!?). Anyway, ordered tea, coffee and a fruit juice and waited around 20 mins for these to arrive. Finally, we ordered food. 2 breakfast rolls. These took around 1 HOUR to arrive!!!! We were absolutely starving! We overheard other customers asking where their food was too, so we were definitely not the only ones! There seemed to be plenty of staff so unsure why there was such a delay, most likely due to poor organisation. When food arrived it was very average. Ended up getting drinks taken off the bill which was a bonus but not worth the wait! Should have just left. Will not be returning and would not recommend this cafe. Heather,I’m sorry but no-one has ever had to wait an hour for food at Utopia, that’s simply just not true. You were informed you weren’t able to order food because the kitchen was already overwhelmed, and this and only this is the reason why your food was delayed. Best,Kevin

9. Nourish

105 Church Street, Inverness IV1 1EY Scotland Cafe, British, Scottish, Soups Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Free Wifi, Table Service +44 1463 250589 https://www.facebook.com/nourish.inverness
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4 based on 112 reviews

Nourish

Reviewed By hairdy

I had been recommended this cafe by a friend from Edinburgh, tired from a long, but beautiful train journey from Edinburgh, with a heavy rucksack, Nourish was a comfort!! Such a relaxing place with a warm welcome and friendly vibe. All the food looked good but decided wanted sweet rather than savoury, so opted for Rhubarb and ginger cake two favourite ingredients of mine, along with a flat white coffee. I was able to relax and enjoy without being rushed. Infact although I was missing the start if the Gathering Festival, ny main reason for travelling to Inverness from Preston, I decided I wanted to stay longer! So a pot of tea, then nipped in Leakys Bookshop just up from Nourish. Thank you, a special place recommended to escape the hustle and bustle, and just be!

8. White Cottage Tea Room

White Cottage Main Street North Kessock, Inverness IV1 3XN Scotland Cafe, Scottish Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Reservations, Seating, Highchairs Available, Table Service [email protected] +44 7858 232480 http://www.whitecottagetearoom.com
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4 based on 116 reviews

White Cottage Tea Room

White Cottage Tea Room is a family friendly waterfront cafe serving breakfast, tea, coffee, cold drinks, homemade baking, lunch, light meals, snacks and afternoon tea. The B&B has 4 lovely ensuite bedrooms - 2 with sea views and 2 with garden views

Reviewed By Christine D

With fine views across the Beauly Firth to Inverness, this is a small, quiet cafe, with kind staff and a great snack menu. The bacon rolls are generous and the coffee excellent, with free refills. An ideal stopping place to watch the world go by!

7. Jammy Piece

91B Telford Street, Inverness IV3 5LE Scotland British, Cafe, Scottish Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch Takeout, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service, Dog Friendly +44 1463 239503 https://www.facebook.com/jammypiece91b/
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4 based on 95 reviews

Jammy Piece

Reviewed By Vonpon

Stopped in past for lunch..great spot looking over the lock gates and even better can take the dog in...opted for the muirton wrap..best choice ever..slow roasted beef sausage stuffing and cabbage wrapped in a giant Yorkshire pudding and served with best gravy I’ve ever tasted ..great service friendly staff reasonably priced..only one thing wish I’d left room for a cake or scone they looked amazing scones were huge..next time though ..can’t wait to go back

6. The Grumpy Chef

11 Chapel Street, Inverness IV1 1NA Scotland British, Cafe Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Reservations [email protected] +44 1463 239757 https://www.facebook.com/the1grumpychef/
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5 based on 60 reviews

The Grumpy Chef

The chef uses fresh quality ingredients for Baguettes, Panini's, Wraps, Salad Boxes, Baked Potato & Home Made Soup and more!

Reviewed By Seppela

Small friendly place where smiling staff will help you create your very own best salad with fresh ingredients cut right in front of you... As for all good things you need to be patient but it’s worse it !

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5. Girvans

2 Stephens Brae, Inverness IV2 3JN Scotland Cafe, British, Scottish Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks Reservations, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +44 1463 711900 http://www.girvansrestaurant.co.uk
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4 based on 438 reviews

Girvans

Reviewed By BigDD

We called in for an early lunch after hearing many good reports about Girvans. Always a good idea to book or get there early as it isn't very big and consequently fills up very quickly. Bright, welcoming place with friendly, efficient staff and clean toilets. Food excellent, as was the coffee, The pancakes, bacon and maple syrup is particularly recommended though the pastries are hard to resist. Excellent menu overall.

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4. The Rendezvous Cafe

14A Church Street, Inverness IV1 1EA Scotland Cafe, British, Scottish Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service +44 1463 718444 http://www.rendezvous-cafe.co.uk/
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4 based on 581 reviews

The Rendezvous Cafe

Reviewed By Baselscot

Three of us had breakfast here today, one vegetarian and two traditional Scottish. Service was bright and professional and the quality of the breakfasts made a great start to our day. We were pleased to see that a choice of toast and basic tea and coffee were included in the price - an eminently sensible approach. I am not at all surprised to hear that it can be difficult to get a table here. I’m happy to recommend the Rendezvous Cafe and tempted to go back for seconds tomorrow morning.Thank you for your genuine feedback it means a lot to us !

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3. Comfort Foods

22 Church Street, Inverness IV1 1EB Scotland Cafe, British, Scottish, Deli Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Takeout, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service [email protected] +44 1463 220015 http://www.facebook.com/comfortfoods
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4 based on 194 reviews

Comfort Foods

Reviewed By ballard_n_s

Love love love this place, its rammed and people waiting to eat and I can now see why.What u see if what you get, there are no airs and graces but it's just perfect as it's full of locals and amazing atmosphere.Massive menu which makes it hard to pick what you want and they have amazing choices. The staff are lovely and run off their feet, if u sit a messy don't stress as its cleared quickly. We did not order the famous breakfast but it looked amazing. I ordered the seafood plater what an amazing meal it was packed full of taste and one of the biggest meals I've had in years. The food is cooked to order so expect a small wait even if it's a long it's well worth it. Husband had steak pie which was also massive, as for the chips they very chunky chips and yum.This is well worth a visit and right up our street, and if it's full of locals then you know it's good. Prices are great for what you get, you really can't go wrong coming here. Thanks comfort foods cafe I'm one happy bunny right now

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2. Cafe Artysans

7 Strothers Lane, Inverness IV1 1LR Scotland British, Cafe, Scottish Lunch, Brunch, Breakfast Delivery, Takeout, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +44 1463 729793 http://www.cafeartysans.org.uk/
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4 based on 284 reviews

Cafe Artysans

Delivering high quality, freshly prepared food and freshly roasted coffee, Cafe Artysans is an innovative social enterprise. Whilst delivering a high quality product, Cafe Artysans is helping young people throughout the area to develop the skills required

Reviewed By William-Angela

Service was a bit hit and miss the day we went in but not altogether shambolic - I guess being next to the bus station they get a high turnover of customers and some want away quickly. Ordered the pastrami, gherkin sandwich expected a ‘reuben’ style but was a bit let down by the pastrami, gherkin and cheese ‘toastie’. The soup bowls are really big portions so careful ordering more on top of soup unless going for a combo. Lesson of the day - if it’s not a Reuben on the menu, it’s not a Reuben on the plate. My bad.....

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1. Coyote Coffee

21 Academy Street, Inverness IV1 1JN Scotland Cafe, Scottish Breakfast, Brunch, Drinks Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Digital Payments +44 141 221 0971 https://www.facebook.com/coyotecoffeedonuts/
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5 based on 227 reviews

Coyote Coffee

Popular cafe in the heart of inverness. We focus on speciality coffee, breakfast and brunch, using nothing but the highest quality ingredients. We use the stunning Victoria Arduino Black Eagle alongside some unforgettable coffee roasted by Square Mile.

Reviewed By SVTillman

Been quite a few times but only for coffee (and occasional cake) both are delicious, and they even do oatley for those who don't take dairy. The food always looks good so will need to come back one day for a lunch, based on the reviews I won't be disappointed. Great location, in town centre, yards from train station. A must!

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