Quaint little pub as you enter Kippen. The vibe was what you see when a lost and tired traveler…read morestumbles upon an inn--a safe haven from the treacherous journey. Amazing steak and ale pie and lovely staff. Highly recommend.

We booked our stay for July 26-27 at The Cross Keys in Kippen. Our flight was cancelled. We reached…read moreout to the B & B right after our flight was cancelled. We tried to reach them by both phone and email. I even spoke to a staff member and told them about our cancellation. She said I would get a call back, NO return phone call. This is not the way you should run a business. and treat customers. They made no attempt to work with us. DO NOT STAY at this B & B. There are a lot of other choices of hotels and B & B's in Scotland. Don't choose this one.

I was skeptical, just based on the name itself. But the line at the Geographer was too long, and I…read moredecided it wasn't worth it. We went in and we're able to get seated quickly. The place has a great vibe. Service was quick. Food was excellent, and reasonably priced. Will definitely look to return.

Average tasting food which is adequate given the location from a variety of menu options to choose…read morefrom. Staff is friendly and prices are reasonable. Ambiance is dated but there is ample seating

We thoroughly enjoyed our experience at the Stravaigin! The food was delicious and the staff were…read morefriendly and welcoming. We enjoyed all the food we ordered, though the haggis, neeps, and mash tatties and the ox cheek with pea and basil risotto were our favorites! The risotto had one of those flavor profiles that will likely inspire me when I'm home, trying hopelessly to recreate it. If you order the haggis, don't skip the whiskey cream! It's delicious and pairs very nicely with the haggis, neeps, and tatties. The burger was also delicious. The presentation and flavor profiles of each dish were equally matched, so let the pictures entice you!

Taking its name from a Scottish word that means "to roam or wander about without a specific…read moredestination" Stravaigin serves a unique menu of globally inspired food and Scottish classics, including what many consider to be Glasgow's best haggis. Michelin recommended but neither starred nor bib gourmand, over twenty years of experience informing a Cafe, Bar and Cellar where locals gather amidst heavily wooded décor, lunch on Monday offers quiet respite from the streets with light music overhead. Friendly but fairly aloof in terms of service, the young waitress spending much of this slow service flirting with a bartender, Stravaigin's menu offers a good bit of customization whether one opts to partake a just a Burger, in courses or using small-plates as a sort of Tapas. Not neglecting Whisky across a Cocktail list, Elevenses a smoky Citrus masterpiece, the "wee" portion of Haggis is perfect for one with four-bites of liberally spiced Offal alongside equal size quenelles of Potatoes and Rutabaga. Spanning south for fried Bitterballen, straight out of Germany with smoked Ham, Fish Fritters get a bit muddled by the aggressive heat and creamy dressing while Carrots are unevenly cooked but pleasant in a mix of Nuts, Beets and unnecessary Tofu. Uncertain why any menu would offer both Flan and Creme Caramel for Dessert, though locals seem to prefer Cheese regardless, an Italian riff in the former was small and smooth but frankly unmemorable in either a negative or positive way.

They serve a lovely and great breakfast. I called in after I had been for an injection. The food…read morewas tasty and well worth the money it was grand to be able to sit and have a cooked breakfast instead of the ones I do at home as my cooked breakfast comes out as a burnt offering. I would love to try out their other meals but saying that they do have one of my favourite beers in the pub so that's an excuse to visit.

Now I would normally have given this restaurant a 4-5 star rating but I'm rating this on my…read moreexperience at my friend's 30th birthday party on Saturday night. He had booked the Mezzaine level which is a private area which accomodates 30 people. Now to try and book this is near enough impossible as it's always fully booked so I would book well in advance. You also have to lay down deposit, I looked into this a couple of years ago for my birthday but it was too much hassle. The meal was for 7.30 and I arrived about 20 past 7 but the main table was full and only holds 24, so the 6 left had to sit at tables for 2. My man and I felt really left out. Others felt bad for us and said if advertising for 30 it should be a table for 30, which I totally agree. It was a set 3 course menu for £19.95. The first course of soup was the only meal I enjoyed. Now I've been here many times for meals and always had a really good meal and experience. We were always served last and the waitress used our table to set down some of plates while she was serving. That felt awkward and horrible, we thought she was serving us but she was like "Oh yours will be here soon, just using your table for now while I'm serving." "Eh cheers!" And being last meant the food was cold. Was truly disappointed in my fav dessert of apple pie and custurd. Yuck! I think they had flavoured it was something weird too and it wasn't cinnamon, which I love. After a while people starting leaving so we were able to sit at the table later but we still felt like outsiders mussling in, so needless to say we didn't stay long. I prefer the restaurant downstairs, again you need to get in early to book at table or wait using a buzzer system. I also like the bar just sitting having a few drinks. The quiz on a Thursday night is ok but the DJ tends to talk to people he knows over the mic all the time, so you're getting a one sided conversation that you haven't got a clue what he's on about. Hopefully when I go back it'll be a better experience.

The restaurant were very accommodating in me booking a table for 8 adults and one baby for my…read moreparents 25th wedding anniversary. The table did feel quite cramped though for such a large group as we were set downstairs next to another booth - may be nice to have a large table separate for special occasions. The staff were accommodating in weaving in and around the sleeping baby too which was kind of them. Everyone's food orders came out with great timing and no one had any gripes. Such large portions for the meals and everything tasted as if it'd been cooked fresh! I opted for the seafood platter (normally a sharing appetiser) which had a lovely selection of smoked salmon, prawn cocktail, scampi and sweet chilli prawns. Would've been good to have some bread/oat cakes served with it to serve e.g. the smoked salmon onto. One issue may have been the fact the waiter asked my Granda 3 times if he was finished with his dinner. Now it was clear he wasn't as he had loads left and infact had the fork up to his mouth. The servers at times were a bit pushy to clear the table but a bit of consideration, especially of older clientele wouldn't have gone a miss. That being said, I can't wait to return to try some more of the menu as you really are spoiled for choice here!

Nice surroundings but food lets this place down heavily. Overpriced - £2.50 for a soda and lime! -…read moreand bland average good served on bloody chopping boards. Topped off with slow and brusque service, I would not recommend. Had been trying out this place for lunch with a view to bringing a large party at Christmas time as we live locally but will now look at a different venue.

We enjoyed the amazing food. Service was excellent. Had a special Steak Sandwich and the wife,…read morebreaded Haddock. Was referred by the Park Bar because they didn't serve food. What a find. Either spot is a must in this area. Americans visiting Scotland.

Great place for pub food. Lots of TVs for a variety of sporting events. Service was good…read moreconsidering it is a pub.

Really good meal here. I had fajitas and my husband had nachos. Personable waitress. Enjoyable…read moreexperience.

Restaurant opened on Tuesday so thought we'd give it a try. Menu has some varied choices & seems to…read morebe moving away from the typical local bar fair. I had Szechuan salt & pepper chicken wings to stat & Toffee Apple Glazed Pork Belly which came with black pudding mash, kale, cider & chorizo sauce. I was unsure of the pork combo but everything was perfectly cooked & the flavours were an great combo I would definitely order again as it just melted in the mouth. We had a few fried dishes like the chicken wings, fish & chips also sweet potato fries but for they all seemed to have a sweet taste to them I think something sweet had been fried in the oil. The waiting staff were pleasant & helpful but need to be a little more attentive as we were left without cutlery & had trouble ordering more drinks with our mains. I'm sure this will all come with experience & these are just a couple of teething problem for their first week. I'm looking forward trying more of the menu.

The cafe is a wee oasis in the desert that is inverclyde! Perhaps the only problem is that it is…read moredefinitely Glasgow prices, but I guess that keeps the neds at bay and you are paying to drink in the best pub around! Service in here has always been good and one of the bartenders, Brendan, is game for a laugh! Food is good in here if you're looking for a nice bite for lunch but I wouldnt recommend dinner as this place gets packed at night time! Serious standing room only. If your going for your lunch, sit up the back as there is a huge window with panoramic views of the Clyde estuary. Whenever I sit here I just get transfixed watching all the boats and ferrys! One of the best sunsets this side of Timbuktu can be viewed from this pub as well! Quiz night is always a laugh in the Cafe but if you want to attend, bring your pal from Mensa as its bloody impossible! But a good laugh all the same!

On a crisp, sunny day there are few better day trip locations from Glasgow than Gourock, and few…read morebetter places to enjoy a spot of lunch and a few ice cold beers than the place known locally as the "cafe". Offering spectacular views across the Clyde, the best thing about the Cafe is that this is predominantly a local bar. In other words, rather than being tacky, touristy or ridiculously over-priced, it just so happens to be a normal bar with a spectacular location. Exceedingly child friendly during the day, the place can be lively at night and offers an extensive menu and fine selection of beers on tap, including Erdinger.

My friend invited me to come for burgers with her here after with a pretty amazing 5pm deal for it…read more Honestly, I didn't know it even existed. Coincidentally, I had just a few weeks earlier walked past the church (?) and thought that it's pretty cool that you can wander down a side alley and find a pretty lovely square. That's Glasgow for you though I suppose. Our first moment included us waiting at the door to be seated - mind you, the sign specifically says you should go the bar to be seated. Duh, blonde moment. It makes total sense though, the bar staff don't have a view of the door because of the big round pillar in the way. We had a good laugh about it though. Word to the wise though - sitting anywhere close to the door can get rather drafty. Especially when it's cold outside. The place was really busy with a rather eclectic mixture of people - older men, business people and later on some youths who were pretty drunk and relatively inappropriately dressed. Anyways, on to the food. My friend went for the pork and black pudding burger with the fried egg. Be advised that there is chopped bacon in the pork mince and so don't worry about the pink spots. It comes with a side salad and some fries. I myself wen't for the veggie haggis burger (I don't know why) but I do not regret my choice (salad and fries as sides). It was very, very tasty, crumbly and extremely large. The cheese was melty and wonderful but I wish there had been a little sauce of some kind and maybe a little more spice in the burger itself. The fries were on the dull side, bland and semi old and cold. We also shared some onion rings which were pretty tasty. The batter was crisp and not dripping in oil, but it could have done with a stronger flavour I think. We drank some house red, which was mediocre but helped, and at the end, although extremely full, we had some peppermint tea to forego the dessert. The tea comes with some pretty amazing little sweet treat and so dessert was definitely not needed. It's definitely a hidden little gem in Glasgow!

With Jack Johnson purring from the stereo, moody lighting, cocktails and black and white films on…read moreTV, this bar should be pretty much everything I don't look for in a watering hole. However, situated on the edge of the city's east end, it's hard not to be encapsualted by Cafe Source. Formed in the basement of the truly sumptuous St Andrews in the Square, the cafe/bar is tastefully decorated and is virtually a cocoon in one of the least appealling areas of the city. While football fans could be battering lumps out of each other little more than five minutes away, more sophisticated locals and those in the know are likely to be supping a mojito, enjoying authentic and delicious(although not cheap) Scottish grub and watching a Laurel and Hardy film in here. Were this pub situated in the West End it would probably be unbearable, but so inconspicuous is its location that it maintains an extremely laidback and friendly vibe. The staff, in particular, are excellent. Visitors would be well advised to order a taxi from here if they're leaving late at night, but that shouldn't put them off coming in the first place. This is a lovely venue with some of the best local food on the go. Oh, and if you combine it with a gig in the upstairs venue, you're talking about one of the best word of mouth nights out in the city.