Scotland Restaurant Guide

Following a stunning transformation, Edinburgh's landmark Rutland Hotel re-opened in 2008 and has quickly scooped a handful of prestigious awards - including 'Best New Scottish Hotel' in the Scottish Hotel Awards.

The Rutland Hotel, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Rock stars, Scottish rugby heroes and movie icons have all had their photos taken at this long running Indian restaurant within walking distance of Haymarket BR station.

17 Dalry Road, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh

The Ninth Wave is a wee gem of a restaurant situated in a traditional 200 year old croft building on the scenic wild moors of the Isle of Mull, renowned for its rich waters and abundant wild life.

Bruach Mhor, Isle of Mull, Argyll and Bute

Bon Appétit is a delightful restaurant tucked away in a side street in Dundee's city centre run by husband and wife team Audrey and John Batchelor, who spent over 20 years working in France.

22 - 26 Exchange Street, Dundee, Angus

The Shore Bar & Restaurant is located next door to its older sibling, Fishers Bistro on the Leigh waterfront, where boats line the harbourside.

3 Shore, Leith, Edinburgh

After a spell as the Roundelwood Spa, this Victorian Gothic edifice (built for a Scottish shipping magnate) has reverted to its original name thanks to the arrival of chef/proprietor Jason Henderson and his team.

Drummond Terrace, Crieff, Perthshire

Recently taken over by members of the Heirs family, this refurbished hostelry in a sleepy Stirlingshire village now functions as a lively inn-with-rooms.

Fore Road, Kippen, Stirling

A groovy new venture in the classic Grade-II listed George Hotel on Edinburgh's most chic street (postcode EH2), Tempus is an all-day venue that pulls in the city's fashionistas and socialites with its elegant and in-vogue lounge bar and its cool brasserie-style restaurant.

25 George Street, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Situated some five miles from Oban, the Oyster Inn is right at the heart of an area of outstanding natural beauty, with impressive views over Loch Etive and the Falls of Lora - where whirlpools and spectacular white water flow at the ebb and flood tides.

, Connel, Argyll and Bute

This low nineteenth-century hostelry started life as a shepherds' watering hole and pit-stop, but these days it has higher ambitions.

Ellon Road, Balmedie, Aberdeenshire