Restaurants Isle of Harris
The best restaurants & cafes - Places to eat on HarrisThe best restaurants & cafes on the 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.
Important info about restaurant opening times on the Isle of Harris
We have provided a lot of information below, but please check the opening times of your chosen cafe or restaurant before travelling there.
Isle of Harris Restaurants – The best places to eat on Harris
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.
Amazing Sea Views
Relaxed
3 miles from Oran Na Mara
Public Washrooms
Postcode: HS3 3AE
Location
Tala Na Mara on the Isle of Harris
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.
Formal & Intimate
17 miles from Oran Na Mara
31 min drive
Postcode: HS3 3AJ
Ardhasaig House
Isle of Harris
Ardhasaig
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.
Interactive Dining & Tasting
15.4 miles from Oran Na Mara
30 min drive
Postcode: HS3 3DS
Unit 1, Iomairt An Obain,Urgha
Tarbert
Isle of Harris
Tarbert
Flavour on Harris
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.
Traditional Island Hospitality
15 miles from Oran Na Mara
30 min drive
Postcode: HS3 3DL
Tarbert
Isle of Harris
Tarbert
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.
Seafood
21 miles from Oran Na Mara
45 min drive
Postcode: HS4 3XU
Isle of Scalpay
Harris
Isle of Scalpay
North Harbour Bistro, Scalpay
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.
British Food
15 miles from Oran Na Mara
30 min drive
Postcode: HS3 3DG
Pier Road
Tarbert
Isle of Harris
Tarbert
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.
Amazing Sea Views
Local Food & Seafood
1 mile from Oran Na Mara
3 min drive
Postcode: HS3 3HX
Isle of Harris
Scarista
Isle of Harris Cafes
Skoon Gallery (Art & Cafe)
Original Oil Paintings
Coffee & Cake
14 miles from Oran Na Mara
30 min drive
Postcode: HS3 3HB
4 Geocrab
Isle of Harris
Geocrab
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.
Local Delicatessen
Coffee & Cake
3.7 miles from Oran Na Mara
7 min drive
Postcode: HS3 3JA
22 Northton
Isle of Harris
Northton
Isle of Harris Food Vans, Cabins, Take-aways
Quite often, the food quality from food vans can be questionable. However, the places we have listed below offer amazing food and it’s well worth stopping by!
Blas Bhon Iar
The food van is located at the entrance of the Horgabost campsite.
Burger & Chips
Food Van
3.5 miles from Oran Na Mara
8 min drive
Postcode: HS3 3HR
Horgabost Campsite
Isle of Harris
Horgabost
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.
Bread, Cake, Pies & Quiches
Food Cabin
3.7 miles from Oran Na Mara
7 min drive
Postcode: HS3 3HR
Horgabost Campsite
Isle of Harris
Northton
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.
Rolls, Soup, Burgers, Sandwiches
Food Van
15 miles from Oran Na Mara
30 min drive
Postcode: HS3 3DJ
Main Street
Tarbert
Isle of Harris
Tarbert
Island Dainties, Scalpay
You can easily reach Scalpay from Harris via the bridge that connects the two islands.
Home Baking
Food Cabin
21 miles from Oran Na Mara
40 min drive
Postcode: HS4 3XX
Scalpay Village
Isle of Scalpay
Harris
Scalpay
Katag’s Kitchen
Outdoor seating is available.
Home Baking & Cooking
Food Cabin
7.6 miles from Oran Na Mara
14 min drive
Postcode: HS5 3TW
1 Rodel
South Harris
Rodel
Lorna’s Larder
Delicious fresh food from a catering van. Lorna also caters for functions. Scallops, haddock and monkfish are her speciality.
Parking available.
Golden Road Turn-off
Lunchbox Hebrides
High quality, no fuss, freshly prepared packed breakfast, and packed lunches for anyone on the go.
Prepared packed breakfast
15 miles from Oran Na Mara
30 min drive
Postcode: HS3 3DG
Pier Road
Tarbert
Isle of Harris
Tarbert
The Butty Bus
A bit of an institution on Harris! The bus is located inside Leverburgh Harbour and serves fish & chips and bacon butties.
Fish & Chips & Butties
6.3 miles from Oran Na Mara
11 min drive
Postcode: HS5 3UF
Pier Road
Leverburgh
Isle of Harris
Leverburgh
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