I hadn't heard of this place, when it was suggested to me. When my friend wanted to go out for her…read more40th birthday I thought we were going to head to Glasgow. A last minute change and my friends said we were going here instead. So, I was very pleasantly surprised when we arrived. We had to get a taxi as there's no easy way to get from Blantyre to Bothwell in the evening, even though we're just over the River Clyde from each other. I hadn't realised as well that this was hotel. It's a very quaint old style building set just off the main road in Bothwell. It was a busy Saturday evening but we had booked so we were taken to our table straight away. We had cocktails to start, a Pornstar Martini for me of course (with a shot of Prosecco on the side), and I found some tasty options on the menu straight away. We ordered and it didn't take long for each course. I had the smoked duck salad with a beetroot and raspberry vinaigrette to start with and then ricotta & beetroot tortellini in a lemon and mascarpone sauce with spinach. My food was pink!!! I loved it! The dishes were so pretty. I didn't get a dessert as I was so full but wished I had taken a photo of my friends. The salted caramel and hazelnut tart looked amazing. She gave me a wee taste and it was as good as it looked. I would definitely go back here and wouldn't mind trying something a little different the next time. If you're out this way I would recommend popping in for a cheeky wee drink and a meal of course.

Got the name of this popular pub from our hotel. We were tired, hungry and looking for a good meal…read morewhich was a little more reasonable than the lobby's overpriced offerings. The place was packed, which is usually a good sign. They did have a table, and after we ordered, we noticed most people were drinking. Not to worry, as it was getting later, and we figured most people were just there for a drink before heading home. One of us had a slow-braised beef, which had a large amount of fat, and mash which was rather tasteless, almost like out of a packet. The other had a pretty good beef dish, but nothing out of this world. The service was lackluster. Give it a miss.

Out for an Anniversary meal tonight, we decided to try out the newly opened Colonel Mustard in the…read moreCourthouse. I've been a fan of the co-owned next door sandwich shop Mibbies Aye since it opened and hoped the restaurant would be just as good! Inside has been renovated to a really high standard, sleek flooring, exposed brickwork and a nice well lit bar. A cocktail/whisky bar is opening upstairs soon and there's a lovely windy staircase leading to it. Menu isn't extensive but should have something to suit everyone, and is very adaptable as I heard a customer mention they were very fussy and staff were happy to miss out certain ingredients. For starters we both got the Chilli chicken and herb croquette on dresses leaves and lemon sour creme. It was a generous portion, more like fish cake size and served beautifully. They tasted great, tender chicken in mashed potato - although I didn't get the kick of chilli. For main I went for the Slow cooked beef cheek on mash with balsamic roasted beetroot, honey carrots and red wine jus. Never before have I had such tender, gelatinous beef. Soooo tasty! The beetroot added a lovely sweetness and the sauce was delicious. Id suggest heated plates though as the sauce got cold quick but only a slight niggle. Other half had Chargrilled seabass with smoked chilli potatoes, lemon Mayo and dressed leaves. The fish was beautifully cooked and had a lovely charred flavour on the skin. We both went for the Orange infused chocolate ganache with Raspberry foam and honey drizzle. Literally so so rich but really flavoursome. We both didn't finish - but we wanted to!!! Service was quick and seamless, food came quickly although the place was pretty dead so I would've expected it to be. Waiter forgot id ordered a tea - was only a few minutes but he swiftly removed it from my bill! Only negatives are that its pretty pricy for a joint in Hamilton. The food is beautiful but I think maybe slightly overpriced, more of a city centre type price scale. However I will be back.... Definitely when I'm not pregnant though as I seen some of the cocktails being made and I've earmarked them for a non-oreggers dinner :-)

Very disappointed with this place, was really looking forward to it. It was very quiet when me &…read moremy partner went in & the music was too loud & wasn't good. Menu is very limited & not a great selection. My partner got the chicken which was really dry & bland. I got the steak which was ok but very expensive. Not a place I'll return to.

As the name suggests, there is a twisted looking chimney stack right up through the middle of the…read morebar area. At the bottom there IS actually a working fire that is on every cold day I've been there. The bar has three levels with comfortable seating all over. There are high tables with comfortable stools as well. The bar has a good selection, only missing are the variety of shots that you get in other bars. No aftershock or Jaffa Cake vodka. Don't ask for any fancy cocktails, this isn't that kind of pub. The bar food is good, made by the same chefs that cover the Beefeater menu through in the restaurant part. Everything from Lasagne to paprika chicken salads, just not tuna. The best bit about the place, though, is the service. The staff are well trained and very attentive. They help you with you orders and even beyond the bar. They are very good interacting with children too. The management seem to be very hands-on. All the staff seem to be happy to serve you. It makes all the difference to your visit.

When I was in hospital, my mum and dad said they'd take me out for dinner once I recovered, and…read morehere was the place my hmm wanted to go. The crooked lum is named after the giant wonky chimney in the middle of the bar area. It's a Beefeater, so isn't awfully unlike Wetherspoons, but a bit classier looking. The restaurant area is huge, and wasn't close to full, so I was surprised when we were told we'd have a 20 minute wait as the kitchen were running behind. That should've been the first sign of a bad experience. Once we were actually seated, it took just over an hour to get our food. I ordered the T-bone steak, my mum ordered a sirloin and my dad the mixed grill; a rump steak, gammon steak, lamb chop and chicken breast packed onto a plate. When the food actually arrived, I cut into my steak only to find a thoroughly cooked through steak, when I'd asked for medium rare. I sent it back and waited 20 minutes on another one, which is unacceptable because medium rare cooking does not take anywhere near that long. They did take money off the bill for all the drama, and the only reason they're not getting one star is because we actually had a really good waitress, and she cant be faulted for the issues that were going on in the kitchen. I probably won't be back here though.

in my opinion don't go here. the staff are lovely and great but the service was bad despite me and…read moremy daughter where one of the only ones there, it took 40 minutes just for two burgers and chips. the food tastes like some terrible microwavable rubbish you'd get out of Tesco. although I'd say the Tesco's one tastes better and the prices are unbelievable.

Having just been knocked back from another as yet unnamed restaurant for the second time, my lovely…read moregirlfriend and I decided we would come back here to satisfy our hunger. Having visited several times before and knowing that there wasn't going to be an issue accomodating us after 8, my mind was made up almost automatically. When travelling round the country I've been to quite a few of these Table Table restaurants. With them all I've always been greeted With a combination of comfortable and homely surroundings, a decent menu selection, good service and tasty food which looks like the menu. The best kind of pub grub. Being a Tuesday night When we arrived, the service was impeccable, with no wait to be seated, no delay in taking drinks orders and fast efficient delivery of our food. Service even came with a warning that the middle of the chicken might be hot and to take care. Also, during the evening (after 6 I think) they run a specials menu which has the option of 2 courses for £9.99 or 3 courses for £11.99. The specials had a varied selection of food ranging from burgers and salads through to a delicious chicken and ham pie. This time I had the chicken goujons with a caramel glaze, which was just delicious, followed up with the fish and chips, and the tastiest apple crumble with custard I've tasted. The pasta dishes and banoffee sundae also comes recommended. The beer garden outside looks like it could be a nice place to sit when the weather gets better and the premier inn next door could come in handy if the reasonable drinks prices prove to be too much of a temptation for any drivers. I'll be back here for sure. Location : 8/10 (only marked down a bit for the road running past the beer garden) Atmosphere and Surroundings : 10/10 Service : 10/10 Food : 10/10

The Stewartfield Farm is actually a farm (well it used to be) building in the centre of…read moreStewartfield, which itself is named after the farm. So if you live in Stewartfield you owe it to your community to visit here! I came here with a pal who has just moved in a few minutes walk (lucky him) on a Friday evening and we had some beers in the bar area. Here are my thoughts: +Friendly bar staff +Friendly locals and regulars +Nice Guinness +Has Sky Sports and BT Sports -No craft beer of any type -It was a chilly evening but the bar was so cold everyone was standing around with the jackets on. It was pretty cold! -BT Sports wasn't working for the first half of the football so most of the punters left. It came on during the second half -On the pricier side for somewhere in East Kilbride - £13 for 4 drinks All in all I would probably give this place a 3*, but apparently the food is really good so I'll give it the benefit of the doubt for being a community asset!

I lived in East Kilbride for nearly 12 years before knowing this place even existed. Hidden at the…read moreback of a housing estate near the heritage loch I had chosen Stewartfield Farm for a Sunday lunch with my Gran (I know I'm such a sweetheart ha!). First thing to mention what an absolute steal the lunch menu is £10.95 for 2 courses or £12.95 for three courses and the place was buzzing so I'm glad I booked ahead. I had a start of black pudding and chorizo salad, the chorizo was bright and flavourful whilst the black pudding was nice without being overspiced. My Gran had the haggis fritters and she said they were some of the best things she has ever eaten. For main I went for Fish & Chips, nice without blowing me away, I've never really been a fan of pea puree as I'd always prefer my own and the chips were pretty average. Gran went for the Spaghetti Carbonara and devoured 2/3's of a massive portion before admitting defeat full but very happy. For a bargain lunch on a Sunday afternoon this was pretty much bang on plus it made my Gran pretty happy and for that reason alone it gets 5 stars!

This establishment is in Yelp as Beefeater, but it's actually called 'The Crooked Lum'. It is part…read moreof Whitbread's Beefeater Grill chain of restaurants and offers an excellent range of meals. As well as the full range of steaks, it tries to cater for all other tastes, from tandoori chicken to chicken & ribs. The staff are very well trained and make you feel very welcome from the minute you walk in the door looking for a table. I go here regularly and am never disappointed.

Found in the East Kilbride Shopping Centre ground floor food court, this counter offers great deals…read moreon Indian food - such as a portion of vegetable pakora (served up on a plastic plate with a section for onions and another for dip) for only £1.30 - enough to fill you up for lunch. There are of course bigger and only slighltly more expensive meal deals. Sadly, the staff aren't exactly overly friendly and the food court is so cheap looking (multi-coloured plastic seats et al) but if you can see past all that this place is one of the cheapest you'll get for a speedy lunch. I like to nibble my pakora whilst watching the ice-skating on the adjacent ice rink and pretending I'm somewhere magical. It almost works.

If you ask me, there are not enough places which cater for the "bugger it, I'll just have a roll…read moreand chips" market. Cafe India Express is not one of those places. While quite reasonably I assumed, given the name, this place would be proprietors of Indian cuisine, the sign on the counter displayed "Roll And Chips, 90p". I'm afraid there's only going to be one winner when all I require is a quick bite to eat. Despite the fairly ramshackle appearance of the outfit, my girlfriend described her vegetarian curry as "fine" and suffered no ill-effects. Meanwhile my roll and chips was equally fine. A three joint all round.