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Scotland, United Kingdom Food Guide: 10 Scottish food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Anstruther
Reviews on Scottish food in Anstruther, Scotland, United Kingdom. Anstruther /ˈænstrəðər/ ( listen) (Scots: Ainster /ˈeɪnstər/ ( listen) or /ˈɐ̟nstər/; Scottish Gaelic: Ànsruthair) is a small town in Fife, Scotland, nine miles south-southeast of St. Andrews. The two halves of the town are divided by a stream, the Dreel Burn. With a population of 3,500, it is the largest community on the Firth of Forth's north-shore coastline known as East Neuk. To the east, it merges with the village of Cellardyke.
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10. Pittenweem Fish and Chip Bar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 183 reviews
Reviewed By BoogieBopBruce
Busy busy on a Saturday night, people in and out and many were locals. Four fish suppers and they were delicious. We had extra fish because they said the portions were small so we needed extra - such decent honesty. Totally recommend this local chippy.
9. The Wee Chippy
Overall Ratings
4 based on 454 reviews
The Wee Chippy and Bakehouse Restaurant was named as 'The Best Place in the World to Eat Fish and Chips' in the Observer Food Monthly Magazine. Our Bakehouse Restaurant (just up the lane) serves Teas and Coffees, Homebaking, Snacks and All Meals - includi
Reviewed By twickman
food briliant, very quiet but servuice was still not brilliant for some reason.sort of typical saturday staff, going through motions etc, pleasant but not really sharp and ON IT. Not well trained in my view. But who cares, not a huge issue and the fish and chips were great
8. The Anstruther Boathouse
Overall Ratings
4 based on 536 reviews
The Anstruther Boathouse is a Beer/Wine Bar, Coffee Bar and Restaurant and Beer Garden on the waterfront of Anstruther Shore. Accommodation is also available including The Harbour View Suite, The Craw's Nest deluxe double ensuite room and The Robert Louis
Reviewed By Steviemac61
We spent the night at the Boathouse 27/07/2019 we had the room called the Craws nest (no2) very good room comfortable bed and a brilliant view over the harbour with chairs and table to sit at and watch the people go by. It's on the top floor and the second flight of stairs is a stone spiral staircase (could be tricky with big bags). The bar downstairs had a good atmosphere and friendly staff. Breakfast the next morning was ample and freshly cooked. would we go back... YES!Thank you both for staying with us- you are greatly valued guests. Your feedback on Sunday was extremely helpful and we are looking forward to your next visit. Thanks again.
7. The Bank
Overall Ratings
4 based on 337 reviews
Reviewed By RichardinOhio
This is not a place to come if you want to have a conversation. The place is very crowded, reservations absolutely essential. The tables are very close together and it seems popular with families. Our group last night finally gave up and ate in silence.However, the food is quite good--we had everything from fajitas to sea bass and all were excellent. We were amazed at how quickly the food came to us--the fastest service we experienced in three weeks in Scotland. The waitress encouraged us to order seafood--she said it was what they are known for. Those that did order it, said it was excellent. I had two appetizers for my entree and the calamari was unusual--very large rings, but good. The portions are quite large and the desserts were wonderful.
6. Anstruther Fish Bar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 2611 reviews
Reviewed By ch00chter
Returned for takeaway fish suppers. My wife had the breaded haddock which was perfect unfortunately the remainder of our party had battered haddock which was very greasy, perhaps they should leave the fish longer in the heated cupboard to let the fat/oil drip off. It spoiled our dinner as it was not what we were expecting from this normally very good eaterie
5. The Dory Bistro & Gallery
Overall Ratings
4 based on 205 reviews
The Dory Bistro & Gallery serves great, yet affordable, food with a lot of the local Fife and Perthshire food treasures on the menu. Lobsters, langoustines, and other shellfish landed less than 40 metres from our front door in the harbour, fish from St Mo
Reviewed By ShonaS66
A small bistro located beside the harbour in Pittenween. Very welcoming and the food is fantastic, can highly recommend the mussels and lobster.
4. Waterfront Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 998 reviews
Reviewed By deborahe384
We made the mistake of visiting this establishment for lunch today and were simply gobsmacked by our experience. I ordered the prawn linguine which states on the menu it is just prawns, herbs and garlic. So imagine my surprise when it arrived loaded with the same quantity of red onion slices as it had linguine. Why was this an issue you might wonder? Well I suffer from IBS and onions in any form make me very unwell very quickly. I voiced my concern to the waitress and she assured me it would fine and apologised for them not being listed on the menu, but that I could pick something else. She then brought me the dinner menu, containing the same dishes but on average £4 dearer! When I pointed this out she brought the correct menu then disappeared.After what seemed like an eternity the very surly and peeved off manageress came to our table and I ordered a salmon sandwich to which she made a sarcastic comment 'no onions then'?. She then proceeded to ask my if I wanted any extras with it. I confirmed I just wanted a sandwiches as ordered to which she said ' do u not want garlic bread, chips or onion rings?' Onion rings?? Has she short term memory loss?!Anyway, to cut a long story short we ate our meal amidst an atmosphere you could cut with a knife mainly due to scalding looks from staff including the manageress herself. After asking for the bill my husband asked to speak to the manageress. I myself was not going to raise our issues with her as I imagined they would fall on deaf ears, but even I was surprised at her reaction.My husband began eplaining his disappointment to which she became very aggressive, not letting him explain and ranting at me instead of speaking to him. When I tried to speak she kept accusing me of not liking onions, rather than actually acknowledging my condition, and basically treated me like a fussy eater. I have never met a more ignorant, rude and vile nasty piece of work in my life. She kept ranting and I stated I had nothing left to say as it was pointless and I just wanted to pay the bill and leave, and that we would never return again. Upon taking my money and going back to counter she made a comment to her staff the burst of laughing, openly mocking me. I am simply speechless at this behaviour demand would advise anyone to avoid crossing the door of this coven.
3. The Rockies Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 402 reviews
Reviewed By hellij
I hesitated about eating at a golf club but this was a pleasant surprise. The non-member restaurant is café style but with view over the bay. Generous portions. The scallops and mussel dishes were superb, as was the venison (although black pudding mash a bit heavy for me). With a little more finesse (drink information, service and food) this place could really put the wind up other well known eateries nearby.
2. The Dreel Tavern
Overall Ratings
4 based on 282 reviews
Reviewed By Jilllian
Visited last Christmas time just for a drink and said that if we ever went again to the area, weâd eat here. Enjoyed their veggie tasting board, macaroni cheese (which was fantastic) and a scotch egg. All very nice and washed down with a nice bottle of wine.
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1. Cellar
Overall Ratings
5 based on 476 reviews
Small unique Scottish Restaurant tucked away just off the main street in Anstruther. A historic little restaurant in the heart of the East Neuk. Was once used as a store by fishermen for there fishing nets. And also used as a smokehouse and cooperage. It
Reviewed By ajkedar
Our return visit to the Cellar was every bit as special as our last visit. Such a talented chef! His dinner tasting menu was absolutely perfect and totally delicious. Every course was a perfect balance in taste and texture. Gorgeous presentation and served by the two delightful girls who were so attentive and observant Perfect pace between courses. We enjoyed everything and look forward to another visit. Highly recommend!
Anstruther Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Anstruther
