This place deserves a 6th star, but you need a love for whiskey to appreciate how amazing it is…read more What a rare treat with absolutely incredible whiskeys and knowledgeable and capable staff. It's the star of Inverness if you are on a whiskey travel, a must see

If you go to one bar/whiskey bar...make it the Malt Room. It's a speakeasy down an alley and looks…read morevery unassuming from the outside. However, once you go in you are transported into another entire setting. Very chic, modern cool vibe with great service and an incredible selection of whiskey. Don't take my word for it...they have the best Whiskey Bar of Scotland award to show for it.

Five stars because my tour of 20+ people stopped in Aberlour without any notice and stampeded this…read morepub right when it opened, with only an hour to eat and leave. The 2-3 workers CRANKED and got us all fed while making us feel incredibly welcome even if they were obviously stressed. I thought it was odd that fish and chips wasn't on the menu but I'll disregard it because of their amazing selection of whiskey at pretty affordable prices, as well as some nice domestic beer options. The food was also good, which for me is saying something because most of the food I had in Scotland was generally flavorless and sad. I wouldn't go out of my way to eat here (because you'd really be driving out of your way) but if you can swing it, make Mash Tun a stop.

They fooled us again. Good reviews abound but it's the usual - the whiskey list is "in process",…read morebut not done; you're 6:30 reservation needs to be out by 7:30; food was adequate. Third time they have stuck it to us but now more options in Aberlour. Never again.

Very friendly staff, tasty traditional pub food, and a great selection of whisky. There are two…read moreseating areas (one with TV and pool table and one for dining and the bar). Since we were having a full on dinner we decided to sit in the dining area We had the mozzarella sticks to start, as well as the tattie (potato) and leek soup, followed by vegetarian burger and beef stew. We also tried a selection of local whisky. And we topped it off with the chocolate cake, ice-cream, cream, and sticky toffee dessert. The sticky toffee + cream combo was delicious, so leave some room for dessert!

Friendly little pub where we had a delicious lunch on a windy day! There seemed to be only a few…read morerestaurants in Dufftown and fewer still open for lunch midweek. We picked this one arbitrarily and were very happy with our decision. I had the fish and chips which I was pleasantly surprised by the quality. My husband had the steak pie and had a similar reaction. I had a pint of cider which went well with the greasy fish and chips. I would not hesitate again to eat here if in the area.

Everything you've dreamed of for a Scottish pub/restaurant . Gourmet pub food, excellent Scotch…read moreselection and warm friendly service and locals. We simply did not want to leave.

After a whiskey tour and tasting at The Macallan, we were left hungry having made the 3 hour drive…read moreup from St. Andrews. Wandered into the Copper Dog (since it was the only place that had food at 3pm). Quaint and rustic and just what you would imagine in the countryside of Scotland. Finally tried haggis bon bons for the first time and ordered 3 types of local cheeses. The haggis was much more tasty than were originally led to believe. Although it's a mix of heart, liver and lung minced up - it was served deep fried in a bon bon (haggis ball) with a whisky sauce and a wee bit of lettuce. The local cheeses were also tasty served with oat crackers (not as much a fan). The haggis bon bons were so good we ordered another plate to share between the 3 of us. Had a huge array of whisky, beer and wine available. ordered the steak pie, fish and chips and haggis and cabbage. Everything was so good. Who would have thought a small countryside venue would be serving up such delicious Scottish food.

I visited Lochinver in mid-July 2012 and was given the Caberfeidh as a recommendation when I got…read morefuel in the village, in reality there are only 2-3 places to eat in the evening, but I wasn't disappointed. There is a restaurant at the front and a bar/lounge at the back overlooking the river and loch which was very pleasant as the sun set. The menu showed a good range, including locally sourced ingredients. A selection of beers, proper real ale as well as fizzy keg (if you must), though I didn't get as far as what looked like a good selection of malt whisky. All of this was at a good price, not burger flippin' cheap but I certainly didn't feel like I was paying over the odds at all. I can't think of a reason why the Caberfeidh shouldn't have 5 stars.

The Star Inn is a dive for sure. It's home to mostly locals and some wayward travelers staying up…read morethe street at the Royal Tain Hotel. However, this small pub, in heart of Tain, has more personality, friendliness, and love than most places we find in the states. The characters are many, the drams of scotch are cheaper than a pint, and the stories will make you come back everyday. If you're in, grab a dram, a pint, and perhaps a game of spoof. One of the most wonderful little pubs I have been to in all my travels. It does not look like much, but give it a chance and strike up a conversation if you're traveling through.

Comfortable atmosphere, room to move about. The staff is friendly and accommodating. If you're in…read morethe pub, food is ordered at the bar and brought to your table. Seating is also available outside. This place is also one street above the main street that runs along the shore. So if you're a tourist (like me) this is a great place to avoid the tourists. The beer is cold, the food is hot, the smiles are warm. - did I mention this place is clean and well lit?

This is a great pub in the ground floor of the Argyll Hotel. Decent prices, friendly patrons and…read morestaff. Food was quite good, prices were fair. They have Pub Trivia in Tuesdays at 8:30 PM (well, maybe more like 9 PM). It's £1 per person to play, and the questions are 1) British-centric, and 2) difficult, but it's fun and worth the price of participating. A great place for a drink or a meal.

I think it's now called Tucker's Inn and it was great!!!!!!!!!!!!! The baguette sandwich was…read moreperfect.

The shandwick Inn is just off the A9 between Invergordon and Tain.. Great place for lunch or…read moredinner.. It's a traditional bar food restaurant.. The decor is traditional but has a cosy feel.. At busy times you're best to book a table.. There is also a function room out the back which is great for parties and is free if you have over a certain number of people eating.. In the last couple of years they have offered a take away menu, which is the normal menu.. My mum has MS so it can be tiring for her to get ready to go out for a meal so the take away is perfect.. The food is all freshly prepared and the portions are big, the other day me and mum shared a main meal (veggie korma) and dessert (apple crumble and custard) and we were stuffed.. I love on a Sunday getting a roast dinner.. It arrives in a large silver tray, you just peel off the lid and it is ready to eat, Yorkshire pudding and all.. If you want to be extra lazy you can eat it out the tray and save on dishes, I have done this..

We went to the Platform's sister restaurant in Portmahamaic,, ,the Castle. It's only been open 4…read moredays. The food was great, fun atmosphere, but I found a wood screw in my mussels. The owner was not apologetic and seemed annoyed with us. He said it added flavor. It would have been worse in a salad, but was ok in mussels, because you are picking things out. I was still unable to finish my meal. No refund, no extra dessert, nothing..

Amazing!!!! Highly recommend coming here! Food is excellent with great variety, very clean and the…read moreservice is wonderful. Felt very welcomed as a foreigner on holiday! And the cocktails are delicious

This was just a quick stop for a break from the road, but I'm so glad we stopped here! Those who…read moreare familiar with the show "Still Game" will know what I mean when I say I felt like we'd stumbled right into the Clansman. The patrons were all on the other side of middle-age, seemed to all know each other and were exchanging playful banter among themselves and with the bartender. There was a cozy, crackling fire - real wood, not gas, mind you, and just a general air of comfortable companionship there. I almost felt like I was intruding while quietly drinking my pint, but the occasional friendly smile from a regular kept there from being any sense that we were unwanted. It seems that the only food available is crisps and nuts, so don't go in looking for a meal, but if you're out that way on a cold, rainy night, you'd do well to stop in for a drink before you get back on your way.

I passed one of the most fun afternoons of my recent trip to Scotland shooting the shit with older…read moregents in this pub. Almost everyone who came in the door was a friend of theirs, or soon was. They were so welcoming and interesting and kind. I had no idea what to expect when I wandered in there. I assumed I might make myself cozy by the fire and do some sketching. Who knew I'd meet such nice people who kept me company while Jeff visited distilleries?