Eating out on Bute

The Boat
An attractive bar on the seafront in Rothesay. Bookings welcome for special occasions. Very reasonably priced food such as hom made soup and pannini for £2.95—very filling, wash down with a nice cup of tea or wine or whatever you fancy
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The Esplanade
The Esplanade is situated prominently beside the Harbour with spectacular views over Rothesay Bay. A good varied menu and it’s where the locals Eat.
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The Kingarth Hotel
The only true Country Inn on Bute est. 1786 Open all day every day from 12 noon ’til late. Home cooked food using the best local produce. Relaxed atmosphere with indoor and outdoor eating areas. Private dining room and function suite available for up to 80.
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The Jade Garden
Rothesay’s best Chinese restaurant with a takeaway service
Tel: 01700 502347
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The Waterfront Bistro
Located in a former Victorian Chemist’s shop right by the harbourside, with the most fantastic view over Rothesay Bay and the Cowal Hills.  Enjoy a delicious meal - perhaps some locally produced beef or lamb with fresh vegetables while watching a spectacular sunset, before a short stroll to your b&b and a well-earned rest.
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The Victoria Hotel and Ghillies Bar
Quality a la carte meals upstairs in the Victoria with a pub menu downstairs at Ghillies.
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The Shona Gaon
A very good value Indian restaurant serving excellent food on Victoria Street next to Ghillies bar. Unlicensed so take your own booze.
Tel: 01700 504503
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Brechins Brasserie
Specialising in producing excellent dishes from top quality ingredients, Brechins has excellent TripAdvisor reviews. All meals are freshly prepared with fresh baked brown wholemeal rolls, home made scones and pastries every day. All salads are freshly prepared using available market produce, with meat fish procured from local sources.
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