Discover the west coast Seafood Trail

The west coast of Scotland is well-known for its sumptuous seafood. What better way to savour the delicious fruits of the sea than when it has just been delivered by the fishermen?  

 

Enjoy the stunning coastal scenery of Scotland’s west coast on The Seafood Trail where you can taste delectable mussels, oysters, langoustine and a huge variety of fresh fish. From enjoying a plateful of steaming crab rolls on the beach to Michelin-standard menus you will be astounded by the number of ways seafood can be enjoyed.

 

The Seafood Trail caters for all seafood aficionados. Sample the freshest of platters, laden with world-class shellfish as you enjoy breathtaking views of the Scotland's unspoiled coastline - this is a culinary treat not to be missed. 

 

Seafood Trail restaurants:

 

Cairnbaan Hotel - A delightful and stylish place attracting foreign and domestic tourists all year round, offering a  relaxed dining experience. Local seafood is always available, from a simple bowl of huge mussels or a pint of prawns, to Lobster Thermidor. 

 

Creggans Inn (EatScotland accredited) - This historic country house overlooking Loch Fyne offers awardwinning food, an enthusiast’s wine list and stylish, individually furnished rooms. Using the best produce from the local area, this is a welcome relaxing spot to enjoy your surroundings for a few days. 

 

Dunvalanree (EatScotland Silver accredited) - Everything is homemade on the menu and the results speak for themselves! Enjoy smoked mussels cooked in garlic with bacon lardons followed by scallops cooked in white wine and a smidgeon of chilli. 

 

Inver Cottage - A welcoming restored croft situated on the beautiful shores of Lachlan Bay, Loch Fyne. Inver Cottage uses the very best local ingredients in a fresh and imaginative way, serving delicious food in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere. Try the fresh Loch Fyne langoustines. 

 

Loch Fyne Oyster Bar (EatScotland accredited) - The menu includes shellfish and smoked fish along with white fish dishes. The Loch Fyne Oyster Bar and Shop started in a small shed in the lay-by at the head of Loch Fyne in the early 80's. In 1985 it moved into the old cow byre at Clachan Farm and has appeared in the Good Food Guide ever since. 

 

Pierhouse Hotel (EatScotland Silver accredited) - Perched on the shores of Loch Linnhe with breathtaking views to the islands of Lismore and Mull, this intimate hotel, bar and restaurant has won a fast-growing reputation as one of Argyll's most idyllic and romantic destinations. 

 

Royal An Lochan - Once voted one of the top 100 hotels in the world by Harpers and Queen magazine, An Lochan (Gaelic for 'on the small loch') overlooks the Kyles of Bute. With hand-dived scallops and early morning ventures for fresh produce, this is a family run oasis which offers top notch pampering. 

 

The Seafood Cabin (EatScotland accredited) - With spectacular views across the Kilbrannan Sound to Arran, the Seafood Cabin is a waterside gem. Local fishermen supply fresh crab throughout the summer, and the langoustines are served simply with a fresh herb dip. Smoked products come across in a boat from a smokery on Arran - trout and salmon are particular favourites.

• Royal An Lochan

  Argyll, the Isles. Loch Lomond, Stirling & the Trossachs

  Awarded three coveted Red Stars by the AA in 2007, Royal An Lochan as one of the very best hotels of its type in the British Isles.

  55.90419 -5.237045

• Cairnbaan Hotel

  Argyll, the Isles. Loch Lomond, Stirling & the Trossachs

  The Cairnbaan Hotel was built in the 18th century as a coaching inn to serve fishermen and puffers trading on the Crinan Canal.

  56.0612497 -5.4872531

• Creggans Inn

  Argyll, the Isles. Loch Lomond, Stirling & the Trossachs

  Overlooking Loch Fyne, this historic country hotel offers award-winning food, an outstanding wine list and stylish, individually furnished rooms.

  56.1744866 -5.0821356

• Dunvalanree Hotel

  Argyll, the Isles. Loch Lomond, Stirling & the Trossachs

  Dunvalanree’s use of local seafood and farm produce has been recognised with an AA Rosette and a Silver EatScotland award and a listing in the Good Food Guide.

  55.5857113 -5.4663225

• Inver Cottage

  Argyll, the Isles. Loch Lomond, Stirling & the Trossachs

  Bringing the best in local produce from loch, river and glen, Inver Cottage sources much of its food from local suppliers, including langoustines and hand dived scallops.

  56.0990870 -5.2151028

• Loch Fyne Oyster Bar

  Argyll, the Isles. Loch Lomond, Stirling & the Trossachs

  The Loch Fyne Oyster Bar has been listed in the Good Food Guide every year since 1985.

  56.2681990 -4.9355603

• Pierhouse Hotel

  Argyll, the Isles. Loch Lomond, Stirling & the Trossachs

  At the Pierhouse Hotel you can enjoy oysters hand-picked from the Lismore oyster beds, and mussels and langoustines harvested from Loch Linnhe and Loch Etive.

  56.5549494 -5.4057790

• Seafood Cabin

  Argyll, the Isles. Loch Lomond, Stirling & the Trossachs

  Seafood Cabin Langoustine, crab and an array of other fresh seafood is offered at the fantastic Seafood Cabin near Tarbert.

  55.7674578 -5.3383067

• The Three Chimneys

  The Highlands

  The Three Chimneys on Skye is one of Scotland's top restaurants with a worldwide reputation for fine food.

  57.4485451 -6.6505318