Location: Lochgilphead
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Top 10 Scottish food in Lochgilphead, Scotland, United Kingdom
Find out what Scottish restaurants to try in Lochgilphead. Lochgilphead /lɒxˈɡɪlp.hɛd/ (Scottish Gaelic: Ceann Loch Gilb [kʲʰan̪ˠ lˠ̪ɔx ˈkʲilip]) is a town and former burgh in Argyll and Bute, Scotland, with a population of around 2,300 people. It is the administrative centre of Argyll and Bute. The village lies at the end of Loch Gilp (a branch of Loch Fyne) and lies on the banks of the Crinan Canal. Lochgilphead sits on the A83 road, with Ardrishaig 2 miles to the south and Inveraray 24 miles to the north-east; Oban lies 37 miles north on the A816.
Things to do in Lochgilphead
10. Kilmartin Museum Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 371 reviews
Kilmartin Museum Cafe is open every day from 10 - 5 from March to end October and 11 - 4 during November and December. We close from Christmas until the beginning of March each year. The cafe provides lunches, cakes, teas and coffees. Wherever possible, o
Reviewed By MartinandClareB
We stopped here for (vegan) scones and a drink after a lovely walk in the glen. The scones were very good with vegan spread and jam. They had a number of savoury vegan options on the menu too.
9. Dining at Cairnbaan Hotel
Overall Ratings
3 based on 154 reviews
Reviewed By nochickeninthesoup
Quick lunch with a friend today, I said to the waitress when she collected the dishes, that was delicious (chicken & sweetcorn soup) but I think they forgot to add the chicken !5 mins later the chef, a lady, opened the bar door and called loudly across the bar/room to me, 'excuse me, there was chicken in the soup - we used stock so the pieces were very small' then disappeared. Everyone in the room heard and I was very embarrassed. . .with all looking at me. . . left me speechless. So uncalled for, I had already said it was delicious. Just no way to behave, ruffled her ego I think!
8. The Oystercatcher
Overall Ratings
4 based on 414 reviews
The Oystercatcher is a pub and restaurant on the banks of beautiful Loch Fyne, now open under new management. We offer meals prepared with fresh, local produce and stock a wide range of Scottish craft beer, small batch gin, and whisky in our bar.
Reviewed By duncanm433
Another gem of Cowal and well worth the trip either from Tighnabruaich or via the coast road from Strachur Enjoyed our hake meal generous portions good presentation friendly staffFollowed by brownie with ice cream or creamAll good and enjoyable good atmosphere and wonderful location on the lochWe will be back asap
7. The Steamer Terminal
Overall Ratings
4 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By Jacqueline F
I follow recommendations on Tripadvisor usually with great success, but not this time. We arrived at half past three to find the restaurant/cafe closed at four and not five as we believed. The waitress was pleasant but could only offer us scones or cakes and various drinks. We opted, unwisely as it turns out, for a scone and a coffee. I consider myself a connoisseur of the scone having consumed very many in my lifetime and this was not one of the best. It was very large but so dry and dense. It was a cheese scone with not much evidence of cheese and I begged some jam from my husband to make it easier to consume. Coffee is a personal thing and this was not a great coffee in my opinion. For this offering we were charged £9.60! I have had much better scones and coffee for considerably less.
6. The Westward at Crinan Hotel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 61 reviews
Reviewed By MalcolmMMitchell
My wife and I recently stayed in the Crinan Hotel for two nights again and it was just as terrific this time! I have already reviewed the Hotel, but breakfast is served in the Westward Restaurant. We looked up the Sound of Jura, towards the Corryvreckan Whirlpool and the setting is simply magnificent! We were looked after by Guest Relations Manager Pedro, who has an amazing sense of humour and he was ably assisted by Gwen.Breakfast provides a wide range of options and I went for the orange juice (delicious). home stewed compote of fruit, then the full Scottish breakfast with free range fried eggs, grilled pork sausage, back bacon, Portobello mushroom, plum tomato, potato scone and black pudding. Fantastic - well cooked and beautifully presented! With a pot of tea and mixed white and brown toast with homemade marmalade, my joy was complete. All of that, combined with the stunning location, the Westward is the place to be. Because we had our dog with us, we couldn't have dinner there and ate instead in the outstanding Seafood Bar.Thank you for such a lovely review we are always trying to get it right and still keep a happy atmosphere.
5. Salty Dog Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 29 reviews
Small welcoming cafe with homemade cakes, honest good food and delicious coffee. We have dairy free and gluten free options available too.
Reviewed By Abigail P
Had pea & ham soup, ham toastie, Haggis nachos were a special and surprisingly good! Also had macaroni and cheese which was excellent.
4. Argyll Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 123 reviews
Reviewed By ChrisShawcross
If you like a cheese and ham toastie with chips this is a pretty good place to stop. Food was really good and service was great.
3. Rumblin Tum
Overall Ratings
4 based on 122 reviews
Reviewed By biaancat
Lovely warm cosy restaurant. Large portions - their sandwiches were accompanied by generous salads. Loved their curry and chips . Friendly staff. Great value for money.
2. The Tayvallich Inn
Overall Ratings
4 based on 412 reviews
Situated in the picturesque village of Tayvallich on the shores of Loch Sween, the Inn overlooks the beautiful natural harbour of Tayvallich bay. At the heart of this small and vibrant community, the Tayvallich Inn has always been a popular meeting place
Reviewed By manda w
We visited this wonderful haven every day for a week whilst staying in a cottage nearby. The scallops are the sweetest I have ever had and the mushroom pasta was perfectly cooked. Everyone was really friendly and made us feel really welcome, including our dog.
Where to eat Cafe food in Lochgilphead: The Best Restaurants and Bars
1. The Smiddy Bistro
Overall Ratings
4 based on 287 reviews
We are a friendly wee place, meet for proper coffee, homemade cakes and yummy lunches! Lunch served from 12-4. Gluten free and vegan options available as standard.
Reviewed By Noneother
This venue is under new management and no longer open in the evenings. So previous dinner reviews should be disregarded and the cafe only considered an option for sandwich lunches. Unfair comments. And we do a lot more than 'just' sandwiches. I think the reviews of the last 18 months speak for themselves.
