We needed a dog friendly place, did a little online research and chose this place. It sounded just…read morethe job and so it proved to be. The staff and the punters couldn't keep their hands off the wee mutt, free biscuits, water and cuddles kept her happy, and the service for us was pretty good too. It's very much a traditional old bar, but in no way tired-looking. I ordered the cullen skink, and the beef lasagne. The soup was pretty good, it was a bit creamier tasting than I prefer, I like it smokier, but it had plenty of fish and potato in it. A very decent start. My beef lasagne and chips, well the chips were nicely cooked, and the lasagne was good and solid as I like. It had a cheddar style topping rather than parmesan, so it was quite rich and not exactly authentic, but I have to confirm that we all left feeling that the whole experience was a very good one.

Booked a table for 9 for lunch. Food and service was excellent. Only negative I would give this…read morerestaurant is allowing dogs in the restaurant, I am a huge animal lover but would prefer to not hear dogs barking during my entire lunch.

Not only a properly old traditional inn in a quaint market town, but also Camra Lanarkshire Pub of…read morethe Year 2016. Gerrin! Unfortunately I was in a lager mood, they have St Mungo on tap too though :) They do two-fers on pizzas, and a real carvery on Sunday, ie you can go up, and up, and up - I think I may have even bankrupted a couple of hotels in the past! We went for the main menu though, we all ordered the Highlander burger for a main, and two of us had meatballs (very similar to a tapas Albondigas as it turned out). Great, friendly service from the young waitresses. The meatballs were with us in no time. My father really liked his, I really liked mine as well, well except for the temperature, they were lukewarm at best. Unfortunately this only goes to prove they weren't cooked fresh, as my father's were hot. Tut tut! The flavours were great though, tight balls with a spiced tomato sauce with a cheesy layer, even the Spanish and Italians don't do them this good! And then the burgers, quite similar to the local legendary in HRC Glasgow, they had haggis and creamy whisky sauce on them, but also onions and mushrooms. Dare I say at least as good as the Hard Rock's in fact. The burger was tasty and held together well and the chips were nicely done. My only criticism would be the roll, it was a bit too quick to fall apart. A star off for the lukewarm starter and the roll integrity, but otherwise a great lunch!

We popped into The Village Inn for a quick drink and ended up wishing we were staying for dinner…read more The food menu looked fantastic, with plenty of hearty pub classics and some nice surprises. It's clearly a local favorite, with a warm, welcoming vibe and friendly staff who make you feel right at home. They had a good selection of ciders and wines, which were all very reasonably priced. This is a relaxed, down-to-earth place that's everything a little village pub should be. Highly recommended.

Found this gem on our way to Glasgow from Dunnottar. Great service and great food. Small dining…read morearea and quaint decor that highlights the antiquity and charm of this old building and historic town. Make reservations of possible as this place is very popular with the locals and everyone that came in knew the wait staff and walked straight to their tables as if this is a weekly tradition. We got lucky someone graciously offered their table and eat in the small lounge area to enjoy their drinks. Food was amazing. I ordered chicken curry and was not disappointed. Great quality for a small unassuming restaurant in the Scottish countryside. Those I was with started more traditional and ordered pies, they all commented that the good was great. Highly recommend of you can make this a planned stop between major cities/attractions as you cruise through the countryside.

Stopped for lunch while driving through the area. Such an interesting vibe with all the taxidermies…read moreanimals, old hunting weapons in cases, dark wood everywhere. We sat at a table in the Poacher's Den and placed our order at the bar. Food came out quickly and piping hot. The pie of the day was good but the Mac and cheese was excellent.

If you're looking for a pristine, no character, cookie cutter, chain hotel experience, you might…read morenot enjoy this place. If you're up for a little adventure, this place is awesome! We stayed here for 2 nights as part of our hike of the West Highland Way, and had the best time here! The staff was wonderful (although it's obvious that they were all horse thieves, pirates and highway men in an earlier life, they were so friendly and helpful, they made us feel very welcome). The food was great (I'm still dreaming about that delicious steak and Guinness pie). The atmosphere made you feel like you'd stepped back in time-- lamp light and muskets and stuffed puffins and a bear in a Drovers t-shirt and kilt. OK, maybe not TOTALLY historically accurate, but history mixed with wit and a sense of fun. They tell me this inn is haunted. It must be by friendly, fun-loving spirits. On our first night there was live music at the bar. We enjoyed the singer/ guitar & harmonica player very much, but it all kicked up a notch when he got the whole room to join in on the singing. Everyone was clapping, stomping and pounding the table, while belting out a rousing rendition of "The Bonnie Banks of Loch Lomond". I can't remember enjoying a meal more. On our second night there, the power went out (thank you, Hurricane Amy). The staff showed that although they are retired horse thieves and pirates, they take their current jobs in hospitality very seriously. They could not complete cooking of the evening meals, so it was a quick pivot to sandwiches for all. They handled it with professionalism and grace that made the inconvenience part of the adventure (as one staff member quipped, it was all part of the haunted experience). Breakfast, too, was pulled together with what was available and ingenuity, as they made instant coffee and tea with water heated on the wood stove, and we feasted on cold cereal and granola bars. But as the staff met the challenges with good humor and made the best effort to make it a good experience for the guests, we walked away with an abundance of good memories and an enduring fondness for the Drovers Inn (and its resident horse thieves, pirates and highway men).

The oldest pub in Linlithgow, this tavern actually derives its name from the town coat of arms…read more The pub is a traditional, local pub, but very welcoming. They are proud of their namesake, which centres on the story of the black greyhound of Linlithgow, whose master was imprisoned on an island in the middle of the nearby Loch and sentenced to starve to death. Everyday the greyhound swam out to her master with food and ended up saving his life. The locals call themselves 'Black Bitches' after the dogs symbolic loyalty. A great local, if quiet, tavern serving a range of real ales. It also has a nice beer garden. Apparently there is a folk music night every third Sunday of the month too.

Despite an incredibly un-PC name, The Black Bitch in Linlithgow is quite surprisingly not filled…read morewith wall to wall Ku Klux Clan members and Daily Mail readers. Instead it's an old-fashioned, traditonal pub in an Edinburgh dormitory town filled to bursting with old fashioned, traditional pubs. Apart from the bizarre cross-burning moniker, there's not too much to get excited about. A few years back my cronies and I would come out in Linlithgow quite a bit as we begun to look for a more serene nightlife experience. The Bitch wasn't always on our radar, but on the occasions we did come in it was perfectly adequate.

This little pub is run by really freindly staff and they are so welcoming its a great place to…read morerelax and have fun. Would recommend any new residents in the fauldhouse area to go here for there local

The clue is in the title! Tucked away on a small cobbled street near the historic Abbey, this pub…read moreis full of atmosphere and a fun place to take visitors. It is indeed wee (small) and by creepy, we mean dungeon decor with skeleton, chains and what not. Good range of drinks. Ideal for small groups and big chats.

This place is a down to earth pub that does food in the tourist season. If you are visiting the…read moreTrosachs and exploring Scotland it is well worth stopping off and enjoying the history of the place. Having spent lots of my summer holidays as a child in the area I know you will love the scenery and the ruggedness of the landscape. The Kings House is a resting place for hikers, campers, freshwater fishing enthusiasts and everyone who just needs a welcome and a smile.

A great scottish pub in the village of Dollar.The pub has a sister pub called the Mansfield which…read morebrews cask beer for both pubs and has been awarded the cask marque for both pubs.The pub is popular with hillwalkers fishermen and tourists. The inn offers freshly prepered meals which are served in the lounge which has two large open fires when needed.Friday night is quiz night and is the highligh of the week.

The Inn at Muckhart is in the Pool of Muckhart (not Dollar). It is so so great. Fabulous local…read morepub full of friendly local people. My husband and I ate there twice while visiting Dollar Academy. The service was top-notch. You order at the bar from a menu written on a chalkboard. The goat cheese salad is great. Highly highly recommend.