Reviews in Scotland

We enjoyed our meal, although some had portion sizes that were a little small. The staff worked hard to accommodate our needs. The following is intended to be helpful. We had previously advised the restaurant two of our party were vegan, a fairly standard occurence these days so it was disappointing to find no vegan options for pudding. There was also only one option for vegetarian or vegan meal, we do think a choice might be a minimum in a restaurant of this quality. 000000

Food served on hot plates so it’s nice and hot. Food was delicious everyone was happy. Staff attentive and friendly. Lovely surroundings.

Had our first meal here on sat meal was absolutely outstanding as was the service. Will definitely be back and highly recommend.

Very sweet, small restaurant with a great atmosphere and really good, exciting dishes. Staff attentive and the restaurant was fully booked out. Definitely one worth booking ahead for.

Seven of us enjoyed dining at The Hamnavoe that we did so twice during our stay. We loved the carefully prepared food: we loved the welcome: we loved the service by carefully trained staff: we loved the ambiance - we loved The Hamnavoe and wish the new owners everything that is good for the years ahead! Hope to eat here again in March on next visit!

Food was exceptional throughout all three courses. Highly recommended.

Been to the ravelstone quite a few times and never disappointed food is always amazing and staff are always welcoming and friendly definitely would be back.

Menu choices were good, and was great to see a separate vegan menu. However service was poor. Watched our drinks sitting on the bar for 10 minutes, in the end I went and collected them myself. Ordered beer battered fish and chips, fish was very greasy and only a handful of chips. Also ordered the vegan risotto and the risotto rice was still hard at bits. Followed with a cheese board, which came with small section of sliced apple, branston pickle and the worst standard cheese selection, wasn’t worth £9. Overall not great and won’t be back.

Best meal we had of our holiday. A bit stingy with only 2 scallops for a starter but they were very tasty. Everything we had was delicious and the service was great. Couldn’t fault it really.

Excellent food with interesting flavours from Asia

Excellent monk fish, lobster not quite axx so good. Lovely atmosphere

This was a special meal for us, celebrating our dear friends' Golden Wedding Anniversary. The food was delicious, the young staff were friendly, efficient and professional and the atmosphere relaxed, discreet and warmly welcoming.

This was our third time to the Hamnavoe since it has reopened. To say it's a breath of fresh air, restaurant wise, for Stromness (even Orkney) would be an understatement. The atmosphere is intimate and friendly, however, the most exciting experience is the food. From scallops, lobster, beef to vegetarian, every mouthful is an explosion of flavours. Highly recommend the Hamnavoe, can't wait to go again.

Excellent meal and service. Strong recommendation.

Local seafood with an eastern twist. Exquisite food and service. I'll definitely be back!

Had a wonderful lunch here. Food was appetising could find no fault. When it arrived everything was hot (except for our lovely sweet). The lady that served our table couldn’t be more helpful. I’ve always found that the staff at the Ravelston are exceptional.

Came for lunch for my birthday food was absalotely lovely, chicken Balmoral, chicken burger and chicken pie were ordered and everyone enjoyed the meal will be back soon hopefully,

Booked here for a meal before going to the Kings theatre as its just round the corner and can’t complain! Staff were extremely friendly and attentive without being overbearing and the food was lovely and service was quick. Would highly recommend!