Restaurants Isle of Harris

Isle of Harris is home to excellent bars, restaurants.  The Outer Hebrides is famous for its seafood, and Harris is no exception, with salmon, trout, scallops and lobster regularly topping the menu. Local specialities include venison and game, accompanied by fresh seasonal vegetables.

Below, we’ve put together a list of what we consider to be the best restaurants in the Isle of Harris to enjoy top local cuisine. Do call ahead to reserve a table, especially in the summer months.

An Traigh Cafe Bar

A relaxed restaurant serving delicious food and offering visitors a jaw-dropping view.

The cafe is located in the Harris Community Center “Tala Na Mara”.

Please bear in mind that the space is often used for weddings. Therefore the cafe might be closed on a Friday or Saturday.

Ardhasaig House Restaurant

This formal, intimate restaurant offers four course fine dining and the very best local produce.

Head chef Katie creates daily bespoke menus, using the very best seasonal ingredients. With the focus on traditional Hebridean dishes, this kitchen produces food that represents the very best of classic Scottish cuisine.

Flavour

Flavour currently offer an 8-course interactive dining experience for 20 covers four evenings during the season.

The chef – Chris – will take you on a culinary journey as he lovingly describes how he has sourced, grown, prepared, cooked and presented each dish as he guides you through his tasting menu.

Flavour on Harris

Flavour on Harris

Harris Hotel Restaurant

A warm Hebridean welcome awaits you at this well-established, family-run hotel.

Offering traditional island hospitality, superb food and a relaxing atmosphere, the Harris Hotel specialises in traditional dishes of fresh fish, shellfish, venison and lamb, served with contemporary flair.

North Harbour Bistro, Scalpay

You can easily reach Scalpay from Harris via the bridge that connects the two islands.

A great seafood restaurant with a wonderful monkfish signature dish and a range of delicious homemade curries.

With lovely views over the water, this charming, contemporary restaurant offers a range of British and Scottish specialities. Welcoming and happy to discuss and cater to all dietary needs, the wine list is extensive too.

North Harbour Bistro, Scalpay

Pierhouse Restaurant

Situated within Hotel Hebrides and open to non-residents, this restaurant focuses on traditional British dishes.

With a focus on local produce combined with some exceptional presentation and flavour combinations, the Pierhouse is a great choice, whatever your budget. The fresh fish specials always come highly recommended.

Scarista House Restaurant

This elegant hotel restaurant overlooks one of the most beautiful beaches on Harris.

The team at Scarista House aim to achieve natural, skilled cooking of the ingredients most immediately available, especially the island’s fish, shellfish, lamb, beef and game. Listed in the Michelin Guide, this restaurant is one of The Times top 10 places to eat in the UK.

Skoon Gallery (Art & Cafe)

Temple Deli

Enjoy home-made cake, excellent coffee and buy local delicatessen.

There is limited seating inside, and benches and tables outside.

There is lots of parking outside the Temple Cafe.

Blas Bhon Iar

The food van is located at the entrance of the Horgabost campsite.

Croft 36

The food cabin is located on the right-hand side as you drive into Northton. You can park in front of the cabin and browse the hand-made bread and cakes.

Payment is done through an honesty box inside.

Island Bites

If you’re after a traditional takeaway serving high quality dishes, look no further than this popular mobile restaurant.

With their popular hot sandwiches filled with spiced lamb or Cajun chicken topping the menu, you’ll find something to suit every taste. Fresh soups are served every day, along with specials like quesadilla and chilli to warm you up.

The food van is located right in the center of Tarbert, beside the local shop.

Island Dainties, Scalpay

You can easily reach Scalpay from Harris via the bridge that connects the two islands.

Katag’s Kitchen

Outdoor seating is available.

Lorna’s Larder

Delicious fresh food from a catering van. Lorna also caters for functions. Scallops, haddock and monkfish are her speciality.

Parking available.

Lunchbox Hebrides

High quality, no fuss, freshly prepared packed breakfast, and packed lunches for anyone on the go.

The Butty Bus

A bit of an institution on Harris! The bus is located inside Leverburgh Harbour and serves fish & chips and bacon butties.

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