Where to eat British food in Glenrothes: The Best Restaurants and Bars

March 23, 2020 Chanda Heide

Find out what British restaurants to try in Glenrothes. Glenrothes ( listen (help·info); /ɡlɛnˈrɒθɪs/, glen-ROTH-iss; Scottish Gaelic: Gleann Ràthais) is a town situated in the heart of Fife, in east-central Scotland. It is located approximately 30 miles (48 km) from both Edinburgh, which lies to the south and Dundee to the north. The town had a population of 39,277 in 2011 as recorded by the census, making it the third largest settlement in Fife and the 18th most populous settlement in Scotland. The name Glenrothes comes from its historical link with the Earl of Rothes who owned much of the land upon which the new town has been built; "Glen" (Scottish for valley) was added to the name to avoid confusion with Rothes in Moray and in recognition that the town lies in a river valley. The motto of Glenrothes is "Ex terra vis", meaning "From the earth strength", which dates back to the founding of the town.
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1 High Street Near Glenrothes, Markinch, Glenrothes KY7 6DQ Scotland Bar, European, British, Scottish Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Table Service [email protected] +44 1592 758459 http://www.bannershotel.co.uk/restaurant/
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4 based on 258 reviews

Banner's House Restaurant

ROOMS Five rooms all en suite one has a free standing bath in the room, all have spacious walk in showers en suite. Wooden floors with traditional rugs, walls all white, white wooden panelling, all beds king size. Apple tv/music/media system in rooms. USB

Reviewed By 466bethd

Nothing against staff individually, but there was not enough of them and they were so so poorly trained and had no table manners. The food was either over or undercooked, my salmon was so dry, otherwise would have been lovely. Deserts were to die for though, highly recommend the sticky toffee pudding, if it’s still on special!

9. Ottershead Public House and Restaurant

41 Happer Crescent, Glenrothes KY7 5DQ Scotland British, Pub, Scottish Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks Reservations, Seating, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +44 1592 752473 http://www.facebook.com/ottershead/
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5 based on 40 reviews

Ottershead Public House and Restaurant

A traditional Pub that does lovely food at good value. Open for food Thursday through till Sunday. Please phone and book to avoid disappointment.

Reviewed By 75dereka

Saw the good reviews so we visited for lunch today. Basic but clean decor and the waiting staff are very friendly efficient and polite. We ordered garlic mushrooms in a creamy white wine sauce and chicken goujons for starters, the goujons looked homemade and were tasty but the accompanying salad leaves were a little discoloured, the garlic mushrooms had very little sauce and what sauce there was was actually black mushrooms were also rather cold portion was also very small - these were returned to the kitchen - see photo Mains ordered were steak burger with cheese and bacon also breaded fish with veg and salad. The burger was rather greasy and lacked flavour, the fish arrived with no veg and chips which I didn’t order, with small amount of salad again looking rather discoloured and quite a lot of stalks. The fish was well cooked and tasty but the chips and salad were left uneaten. The dining area is rather noisy with kids running around and the coffee machine being knocked about on a regular basis. The food is inexpensive and 50% is tasty and well cooked ( goujons/fish ✅ mushrooms/burger ❌) I might be wasting my time replying.... but here goes.You didn't like the Mushrooms starter (one of our very popular dishes) This sometimes happens in the trade, so when my wife explained how the dish is cooked, she offered you another dish as an option.... you said no you didn't want anything else. We told that we would remove the starter from your bill. Your mains arrived and you managed to eat all the "tasteless greasy burger" and our lovely fish. Although you complained about receiving a portion of chips even though you had asked for none. My lovely wife apologised for this terrible atrocity and offered you a free sweet.... you declined our offer.Before I wrote this reply I read many of your reviews already posted and see a trend of an unhappy individual trailing round the country as a wannabe Michelin inspector. Your Foxtons bar review in particular seems to display your trait of belittling establishments.I'm sure you want me to say that we have sacked the waiter and chef and barred any children from our establishment on the back of your review! Sorry no... .We are a small pub in a fife housing estate who trys very hard to provide decent food at a reasonable price to our local family's and regular happy visitors. If we fail to meet our own high standards we try our best to rectify it at source.Sadly, You seemed hellbent on giving us a poor review... can I suggest you avoid our pub in the future and eat somewhere that already has a Michelin star? You may have to spend more than £20 though!

8. Balbirnie Bistro

Balbirnie Park Balbirnie House, Markinch, Glenrothes KY7 6NR Scotland European, British, Scottish Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Reservations, Private Dining, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service [email protected] +44 1592 610066 http://www.balbirnie.co.uk/best-restaurants-in-scotland/balbirnie-bistro.html
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4 based on 212 reviews

Balbirnie Bistro

The Balbirnie Bistro, a charming and intimate great value restaurant, set within the original kitchens of Grade A Listed Balbirnie House. Our specialities are mussels, great burgers, salads, traditional and classic bistro favourites, steak frites, and sun

Reviewed By magsk1960

Lacking in atmosphere the food was nice enough not outstanding. Don’t like paper napkins and no table covers just a personal thing but not for me. We wish we had booked the other restaurant, but it didn’t seem clear online where to get bar snacks drinks etc, one member of staff sent us down to the bistro for an afternoon snack as we couldn’t check in until 2 only to be told we had to go to the ‘lounge area’ we only wanted something light as we had dinner at 7 so back upstairs it was. All a bit confusing Staff were lovely though

7. The Art Cafe

H 3 Newark Road South Eastfield Business Park, Glenrothes KY7 4NS Scotland Soups, Cafe, British, Scottish Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Cash Only, Accepts Credit Cards [email protected] +44 1592 770905 http://theartcafeglenrothes.com/
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4 based on 81 reviews

The Art Cafe

We are delighted to announce that The Art Cafe at Robertson Fine Art, Glenrothes is now one of the most popular destinations within the region to enjoy a spot of lunch or coffee and cakes. Whether you are in for Breakfast / Lunch or just a Coffee and Cake

Reviewed By paterson5

This was our first visit here and was pleasantly surprised. The restaurant is at the rear of an art shop. It was very tastefully decorated. They had a lovely lunch menu but we settled for coffee and their delicious homemade scones. The service from the staff was excellent and very friendly. I would highly recommend and will be making a return visit

6. Twa Hens

273 High Street, Glenrothes KY6 3AX Scotland Cafe, British, Scottish Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch Takeout, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service +44 1592 358654 http://www.thomsonlocal.com/The-Twa-Hens-Ltd/0187151400000000003/
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4 based on 78 reviews

Twa Hens

Reviewed By garyhh2016

The food was fantastic and the staff so friendly. Definitely recommend. Just wish I stayed closer so I could go more often.

5. The Plough Inn

Main St East End, Star of Markinch, Glenrothes KY7 6LQ Scotland Bar, British, Pub, Scottish Lunch, Dinner, Drinks, Breakfast Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Television, Accepts Credit Cards, Tabl [email protected] +44 1592 750010
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4 based on 150 reviews

The Plough Inn

A traditional country pub with a warm and welcoming open fire . Bar is open on Friday's from 5pm, and Saturday and Sunday from 4pm. The PLough is now a drinks only pub, however we will occaisionally have promotions such as Quizzes or Fishy Friday. Kepp an

Reviewed By TaylorcraftG-PZ

Took two friends with us to revisit the Plough, which I hadn't visited for years.It was better than I remembered it and well worth the detour around back roads to reach it. Super friendly welcome, extensive (but not too expensive) menu from which we all chose different dishes and none of us was disappointed. Their cups of soup of the day were big and hot and excellent value for money.

4. The Orangery Restaurant

Balbirnie Park, Markinch, Glenrothes KY7 6NR Scotland European, British, Scottish Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Reservations, Private Dining, Seating, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Table Service +44 1592 610066 http://www.balbirnie.co.uk
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4 based on 226 reviews

The Orangery Restaurant

Reviewed By davidcF2281ZG

The Orangery is a brilliant restaurant if you are looking to treat the love of your live Not too stuffy and not to expensive but first class meals and exceptional customer serviceThe staff can’t do enough for you and when it cold and miserable they invite you to have a seat in front of the roaring fire

3. The Madhouse Bakery

Unit 4 Woodside Road Unit 4 The Coachworks, Glenrothes KY7 4AF Scotland British, Scottish Lunch, Brunch, Breakfast Wheelchair Accessible, Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Free Wifi, Parking Available [email protected] +44 1592 757177 http://www.facebook.com/themadhousebakery/
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4 based on 99 reviews

The Madhouse Bakery

Relaxing and welcoming coffee shop, providing fresh, homemade foods and baking also specialising in bespoke celebration cakes to order.

Reviewed By CovadongaC

Arrived quite near to closing time, but staff were courteous and welcoming. Great coffee and very nice cake. Enjoyed the decor and the ambience.

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2. The Stanes Bar & Grill

11 Cadham Shopping Centre off Huntsman's Road, Glenrothes KY7 6RU Scotland Bar, British, Pub, Scottish Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accep [email protected] +44 1592 501452 http://www.stanesbarandgrill.co.uk
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5 based on 295 reviews

The Stanes Bar & Grill

Public House Serving food 7 days a week Nacho's, Mozz Dippers, Mac Cheese, Steaks, Pizza, Desserts Kids Menu Also Available, you can book a table through our website

Reviewed By samanthac5060

Came here today for the first time today and will definitely be back, the staff are so welcoming and friendly, the food is amazing I had nachos as a starter and macaroni and chips with salad as a main it was out of this world!

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1. Cafe Continental

6 Hill Place, Kirkcaldy KY1 1BB Scotland Bar, British, Scottish, Contemporary Brunch, Drinks, Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Reservations, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Table Service [email protected] +44 1592 641811 http://www.cafecontinental.co.uk/
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4 based on 326 reviews

Cafe Continental

Just reopened November 11th 2010

Reviewed By George F

Visited on Tuesday afternoon, although it was very quiet we really enjoyed our visit. Had two courses, soup and steak sandwich, the bread is to die for and the steak was fillet, yes fillet. Why this place was not packed I don’t know. We will be back!Dear George F,Thank you for taking the time to review your Tuesday afternoon visit with 5 stars. The steak sandwich is indeed to die for! I am so pleased you enjoyed the bread and yes, the fillet steak. From the team and I, we look forward to welcoming you back.With my very best wishesAine Kelly

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