Eating Out
St Andrews boasts a large variety of restaurants ranging from fine dining to a quick supper.
Eat Walk St Andrews
Walking tours are a fantastic way to get to know an unfamiliar place. You get the local knowledge of your tour guide. Walking through the streets allows you to get up close and personal with the sights of the town. Having been guided through the streets, you will feel much more confident getting around on your own afterwards.
Eat Walk St Andrews takes walking tours to the next step. Not only do you get a walking tour of the town, but you also get a tour of some of the best places to eat and drink at the same time.
The Tours
There are tours running every day of the week. There are tours that start at both 1 pm and 5 pm. If you need a tour at a different time, this can sometimes be arranged, just get in touch with the team with your requirements.
The tours last anywhere between three and three and a half hours. During this time you will visit five different venues. Each of the venues has food tasting, and three of them have drinks as well. At the end of your tour, you will receive vouchers for discounts at some of the places you have visited. You will also get a map to help you find your way back to your favourite venue.
Between each other venues, there is a 15 to 20-minute walk. The walk is mostly flat, so it is not too taxing. During your walking tour, you will learn all about the history and fascinating facts of the beautiful St Andrews.
You don't have to worry about staying close enough to your guide to hear every word they say. During the tour, you will be given a headset so that you can roam a little way or pause to take photos and all the time be able to hear your guide clearly.
Booking A Tour
You can book your tour online over the phone or via email. It is vital that you book; otherwise, the restaurants cannot prepare food. If you are vegetarian or vegan, you just need to indicate this in advance, and they will be happy to accommodate your dietary requirements. Children are also welcome on the tour, and they will be provided with soft drink options instead of alcohol.
Restaurants in St Andrews
CRITERION BAR
The Criterion is a traditional Scottish Bar located in the heart of St Andrews, famous for its pies, huge drink range and Scottish hospitality
Website: www.criterionstandrews.co.uk
MAISHA
A family run authentic Indian and Seafood Restaurant in the heart of the royal and ancient town of St Andrews. Maisha means working with pride. Our aim is to introduce a truly high quality Indian and Seafood Restaurant which was created with ambition, determination and a desire to succeed, in every sense of the word. It is, therefore; important that we start by listening to you, our guest.
Website: www.maishastandrews.co.uk
SWILCAN LOFT
The Swilcan Loft restaurant and bar features floor-to-ceiling windows and uninterrupted views of the Old Course golf course, West Sands Beach and the iconic Hamilton Grand building. It is located on the fourth floor of the Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa and serves an eclectic international menu created with locally sourced Scottish produce. Swilcan Loft is the perfect place for those looking for an indulgent lunch or dinner with good selection of wines and innovative cocktails.
Website: www.oldcoursehotel.co.uk
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JAHANGIR
The award-winning tandoori restaurtant set in the heart of St Andrews, where you will find the best of Indian cuisine combined with excellent service and a relaxed atmosphere. The Restaurant was established over a decade ago in 1998 and is a favourite among locals as well as the many celebrities who visit the town. You are sure to enjoy the flavour of the East and the experience of dining in the unique atmosphere of Jahangir.
Website: www.jahangirstandrews.co.uk
BISTRO DU VIN
Bistro du Vin is the focal point of our hotel in St Andrews. Experience a relaxed yet luxurious atmosphere for breakfast, lunch and dinner - where guests can meet, celebrate or simply pass the time - at the classic, French-styled Bistro du Vin. In St Andrews.
We create simple, robust and wholesome dishes to delight the tastebuds. Our Gallic influenced menu has an added British elegance.
Website: www.hotelduvin.com
ROAD HOLE RESTAURANT
Discover the taste of St Andrews at the Road Hole Restaurant. The 3 AA awarded restaurant offers sprawling views of the Old Course and the North Sea whilst you dine. Whether you’re ordering from the grill or sampling the seafood selection, our Scottish food is locally sourced, with our chefs picking up fresh seafood regularly.
Dinner is focusing on the very best of Scottish seafood and grills – we have oysters, lobsters, langoustines, scallops and some fine Black Isle steaks, along with other wholesome favourites.
Website: www.oldcoursehotel.co.uk
PLAYFAIRS RESTAURANT
Playfair’s Restaurant and Steakhouse is a family-run business in St Andrews which serves up amazing dishes with an emphasis on Scottish food and ingredients. Steaks cooked on our chargrill are our speciality along with a menu full of delicious food to tempt your taste buds.
If you’re looking for a great restaurant in St Andrews for with a warm Scottish welcome and great food, or to celebrate a special occasion, book your table, you won’t be disappointed!
Website: www.playfairsrestaurant.co.uk
LA CUCINA
The heart of the resort beats in La Cucina, an Italian & Mediterranean eaterie offering delicious and simple dishes with the accent on taste. Encapsulating the charm of a classic Trattoria paired with contemporary flair, it possesses a relaxed and informal setting delivering quality cuisine. The menu focuses on freshly prepared dishes featuring an extensive selection of antipasti, gourmet pizza, pasta, daily specials, seafood, fish & meats.
Website: www.fairmont.co.uk
RESTAURANT AT THE RUSSELL
The ‘Restaurant at The Russell’ is inspired by Scottish influences with a traditional yet contemporary edge. Head chef Michael Smith has developed a dinner menu that not only utilizes the most seasonal of flavours, but also showcases the local produce provided by the wealth of dedicated and talented producers and suppliers that we have on our doorstep.
Website: www.russellhotelstandrews.co.uk
ST ANDREWS BAR & GRILL
Set upon a spectacular cliff top with stunning panoramic views over two championship golf courses and St Andrews Bay, St Andrews Bar & Grill pride themselves on sourcing local, seasonal produce from surrounding farms and suppliers in Scotland. Featuring a seafood bar with fresh lobster from St Andrews Bay and a Josper Grill with a large selection of Scottish steaks, the menu showcases only the very freshest of ingredients and the hotel’s passion for promoting local Scottish food and drink. After dinner, enjoy drinks or a dram on the outdoor deck, whilst watching the sunset over the historic town of St Andrews.
Website: www.fairmont.com
