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Max and Ben's Bistro

5.0 (3 reviews)
Closed • 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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The Auld Smiddy Inn - Venison rage

The Auld Smiddy Inn

4.7(11 reviews)
28.2 mi
•£££

We stopped for lunch at this historic inn, after a fine time visiting the lovely town of Pitlochry…read more It is dog friendly, the whole town and the pub. We enjoyed looking at the cute good dogs. My daughter had fresh mussels from the Shetland isle, and it was a generous portion. We couldn't have mussels from Southern coasts as there was a restriction on harvest. We had soup, cheeses, salad. Delicious food, and nice service in a bustling, happy, establishment.

Stopped in without a reservation because I had no idea what time we would arrive in Pitlochry. I…read moretook a chance, fully expecting to be turned away. THAT did not happen! As soon as we walked in the door, this young man behind the bar asked us if we were there to eat or just drink, I quickly responded to eat, and he asked if I had a reservation, I told him no, and he said come with me. He took us to a table right next to the fireplace it was very lovely. He let us know that he had a reservation for that table in two hours. I assured him that we would be done within the two hour time limit. As soon as we sat down, a lovely young lady came and talked to us about the specials however, there was only one serving of it left. We immediately said yes, will take that and were pleasantly surprised! one of the best meals we have had here in Scotland!! the service was excellent. The ambience was awesome And the food was delicious! apparently they had live Scottish music starting at 8:30 but we had had a long day at the castles and we were very tired! Love this restaurant and only wish we would have time to return.

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The Auld Smiddy Inn - Onion ring side

Onion ring side

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The Woodsman - Coconut shrimp appetizer

The Woodsman

4.5(2 reviews)
11.0 mi
•£

This is a fairly small looking building tucked away up a back road next to a caravan park that…read moreunless you're either a local or a complete caravanning nut you'd never find in a million years....even saying that, I live less than a 10 minute drive from here and I would have had a bit of bother finding it! As mentioned, it looks fairly wee from the outside although it has a fair amount of outdoor seating for sunnier days but as you walk in you realise its like an oddly shaped tardis, walking past the bar it opens up quite far and the back of the building suddenly looks like it'd take several minutes to reach! The decor is all very fresh, pretty sure it's been recently decorated and the toilets are sprakly clean, always a plus point! Anyway. There was a group of 20 odd of us here for an 80th birthday and we were accomodated no problem, including the small demented human in a highchair at one end of the table, and my dad's partner who was in her wheelchair at the other end. Shortly after seating us all and unprompted, a small dish of freshly cooked veg appeared for my niece, along with some butter to mash through them which I thought was a nice touch. It kept her quiet anyway :P The food is a mixture of standard pub fare really, the portions are well thought out and the quality of the food is excellent. There wasn't a single complaint on either side of the table (rare indeed). My only niggle would be that the chips are of the bog standard frozen variety and to be honest, good chips aren't hard to do so there's no need for that. I think 4 of us had steak, all cooked differently (from blue right through to cremated) and they were all considered spot on. For me, they had medium rare down to a tee! We had 4 bottles of house wine on the table, 2 red (1 merlot and 1 shiraz) and 2 white (both Sauv Blanc), myself and my great uncle polished off the reds and I can tell you they were both very, very drinkable. Certainly too drinkable for a school night anyroads, ahem. The food is good value for money and prices are very reasonable although I am suspicious that this is do with the fact they're not well known outwith the local area. I would give this place ago in case that changes!

I have been here many times for and whether it be a family celebration or just wanting a nice lunch…read moreout I have never been disappointed. The staff are always extremely friendly and very accommodating. The quality of the meals are always excellent and it tastes fantastic. Whether you book ahead or turn up the service is always efficient. Beautiful interior also and adds to the warm and friendly manner. Would definitely recommend this place to anyone! Family friendly also.

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The Woodsman - Front of the restaurant

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The Woodsman - Baked Sea Bass with Scottish potatoes

Baked Sea Bass with Scottish potatoes

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Max and Ben's Bistro - british - Updated October 2026

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