Catch of the day
The Isle of Skye has an outstanding larder and our chefs throughout the island use the best produce available from the land and the sea. The Highlands and Islands are home to some of the world’s finest suppliers of meat, game, fish and shellfish, vegetables and herbs.
Note
Some restaurants close between October and April each year.
We highly recommend making reservations in advance.
There are no delivery company’s operating on Skye.
Scorrybreac Restaurant – set in a beautiful location above the harbour. Modern Scottish cuisine, with French influences. Call 01478 612 069
Gasta Portree – Pizzeria and Bar 5 Minutes Walk from An-Airidh ( about a min drive ) Gasta is open 9 am – 9pm ( with last food orders at 8pm ) offering Handmade, Neapolitan style pizza’s, you can also order online and collect!
Sea Breezes Restaurant – The restaurant is extremely busy, and its booking policy can vary. While they sometimes accept reservations by phone 01478 612016, at peak times they operate on a walk-in only basis.
If you wish to book, you may need to try calling multiple times. However, please be aware that they may advise you that only walk-ins are available.
At present, there is no online booking system or email contact.
Cuchullin Restaurant Portree – Sister restaurant of Sea Breezes located on the main square of Portree, this restaurant is exceptionally busy and often has a queues outside the door at 5pm for dinner at busy times of the year, Call : 01478 612750
The View – Situated looking over the Portree Bay area and Cuillin mountain range, this restaurant at the Cuillin Hills Hotel offers a friendly and relaxed dining experience – Note the restaurant prioritises residents , Call 01478 612003
Antlers Bar and Grill – Is a lively Bar on Somerled Square, great pub food but as with everywhere can be really busy. Call : 01478612511
Dulse & Brose – Situated on Bosvile Terrace, Dulse and Brose has provided years of continuous good service and good food, next door is the Merchant Bar, ( When the restaurant is busy we have noticed people are being served in the bar which is a good option ) and its great for a drink before or after dinner. Call : 01478 612846
An Talla Mòr Eighteen Twenty – Scottish pub and beer garden close to the pier, provides typical pub food – at time of writing no online booking or telephone number available.
Granary Restaurant and Coffeeshop which is set in the heart of Portree, perfect for a quick coffee, snack or home baking or something more substantial 01478 612873
Tongadale Hotel – Offers quality and big portions for a great price, at this traditional Highland bar/restaurant located on Wentworth Street Call 01478 612115
The Tianavaig View & The Well Plaid Restaurant. – Two restaurants in the royal hotel offering a selection of scottish fayre. Call 01478 612525
Tomita Sushi’s a great industrial themed sit-in or take-away option, extensive menu with great quality and friendly service – you can pre order via Facebook Messenger, or call 01478 613241 to book a table or order take-away.
Fat Panda Takeaway – A local favourite strictly takeaway only, open 6 days a week it can be very busy so you can pre-order earlier in the day to avoid disappointment also you can click the link to order online for pick up or Call 01478 613210
Taste of India – located on the first floor of the Armadale House, above two shops overlooking the harbour. Dinner is available from 5pm – 11 pm (All year) Call : 01478 611706
The Chippy– Located just of of wentworth street in Portree on Bank Street. Call 01478 612111
Caberfeidh Bar & Restaurant – Formerly the very stylish carroy house, new management have taken over for 2023 and this year it is restricted to offer cocktails and pizza.
Red Brick Cafe @ Jans – A hidden gem widely used by locals set inside a DIY shop. Tasty, uncomplicated and healthy food is always freshly made on the premises.
Top tips:
Book in Advance – Skye is busy all year round and finding a table can be a struggle without a reservation.
We are unable to make reservations at restaurants due to cancellation policies
Go further
Our favourite’s on Skye…and Raasay
Best overall: Skye’s newest, and definite must dine experience Calum Montgomery’s, Edinbane Lodge – casual fine-dining in a 16th century Highland lodge.
Visit Edinbane Lodge
Best Seafood: While not forgetting the clootie dumpling souffle which is a revelation! Michael Smith Loch Bay Restaurant – a contemporary Scottish restaurant with classic French influences.
Visit Lochbay Restaurant
Best experience: The Oyster Shed.
Visit The Oyster Shed (lunch only)
Best service: The surprising, inspiring, delicious, and impeccable Kinloch Lodge.
Visit Kinloch Lodge
Best location : 10 mins drive north of Portree, West Pier restaurant at Skeabost Hotel offers casual dining serving lunch and dinner with spectacular views over Loch Snizort. Visit Skeabost Hotel
Best in Raasay : Skye can be quite busy and Raasay a short boat trip away can be looked upon as Skye’s best kept secret – we pop over for lunch on lovely sunny days, grab a picnic bench and enjoy also open for dinner. Visit Raasay House
Could we tempt you with a wee dram?
Skye is as famous for it’s food as it is for it’s whisky, gin & craft beers!
Visit Raasay Distillery ( Raasay ) Alex’s favourite whisky a fantastic experience witnessing first hand the fusion of tradition and contemporary thinking at the Isle of Raasay’s first legal distillery,
Visit Talisker Distillery (Carbost). The oldest working distillery on the Isle of Skye is set on the shores of Loch Harport, with dramatic views of the Cuillins, producing an alluring, sweet, full-bodied single malt which is so easy to enjoy.
Visit Cuillin Brewery (Sligachan). A uniquely located Craft Brewery, nestling between formidable mountains and surrounded by wild moorland.
Or simply relax in Portree at one of our bars.
Our favourites for:
- Cocktails – Cuillin Hills hotel
- Whisky & Gin – The Merchant Bar, Portree
