Fine Dining in Fife
Eating Out in Fife 2009 Last Updated on:
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All Eating Places in Scotland are now Non-Smoking
Ceres
The Ceres Inn The way a village inn should be   The Cross, Ceres   Tel. 01334 828305
          L / K / D / V / CC     
email: TheCeresInn
Newly refurbished under new owner Lennow Harrower. Good selection of traditional pub food and contemporary dishes such as Duck breast, Loin of Lamb and steaks. Light lunches Food served 7 days. Monthly theme menus.
Meldrums Hotel
 
 L / K / P / V / CC  
Main Street, Ceres
Tel. 01334 828286    Fax: 01334 828795
email: meldrumshotel@btconnect.com

Privately run country inn only 10 minutes' drive from St Andrews. We offer a warm friendly atmosphere in which to enjoy a relaxing meal in our dining room or beside the open fire on cooler days in the Tarvit Bar. Select from our extensive lunch and dinner menus, with daily 'specials' - all traditional home cooking. Popular High Teas and cream teas are served on Sundays only. Children's menu available. A friendly welcome and efficient service make a visit to Meldrums a 'must'. Reservations recommended. 3 Star STB Inn.
Cupar ^^ top ^^
Ostlers Close   Bonnygate, Cupar   Tel. 01334 655574
          L / K / D / V / CC
Modern Scottish cuisine, specialising in seafood and game. Imaginative menus change daily, using the very best of fresh local produce. Reservations advised. Relaxed intimate atmosphere. 3 AA Rosettes, featured in Good Food Guide.
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Kind Kyttocks Kitchen   Cross Wynd, Falkland   Tel. 01337 857477
          L / K / P / V / CC

Traditional Scottish food and delicious homebaking expertly prepared using fresh local produce. Teas, coffees and meals served all day. Cottage tearoom with friendly atmospher. Taste of Scotland award - Best Tearoom. Closed Mondays.
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Lomond Hills Hotel & Leisure Centre   Freuchie   Tel. 01337 857329
          L / K / P / V / D / CC     
www.lomondhillshotel.com     email: reception@lomondhillshotel.com
Wide range of dishes, complementary wine list. Bar and restaurant menus. À la carte and table d'hôte. Cosy, intimate atmosphere. High Teas on Sundays. Popular country hotel. Function facilities for up to 200. 3 Star STB Hotel.
 
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Guardbridge Hotel    Old St Andrews Road, Guardbridge   Tel. 01334 839337
          L / K / P / V / CC      
www.guardbridgehotel.co.uk
The hotel has been transformed in the past year, and still enjoys a reputation for excellent hospitality and first class food. Open 7 days, all year/ Live music once a month. Beer garden and Pets Corner for the kids. Sunday high teas.
 
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Kettlebridge Inn   9 Cupar Road, Kettlebridge   Tel. 01334 830232
          L / K / V / CC
Extensive menu featuring Mexican food using finest ingredients, inlcuding sizzling fajitas, burritos, enchiladas and all your spicy favourites. Genuine Mexican beers. High standards of service and presentation. Closed Mondays.
 
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The Crown
Hotel and Restaurant
 L / K / P / V / D / CC 
Crown Hotel

17 Main Street, Kingskettle     Tel. 01337 830244   Fax: 01337 830609
www.thecrownkingskettle.com     email: the crown
         
Authentic Mediterranean dining in the heart of Fife!
A la carte favourites with vegetarian and healthy eating options. Set menus from £8.50. Wide choice includes genuine Spanish tapas, pizzas, pastas plus kiddies menu and pensioners menu. Selection of fine wines. Outside catering service, plus take away available. Special occasions, buffets and functions catered for. Private car park. Also offering en-suite accommodation. Closed Mondays. A short drive from major golf courses.

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Fernie Castle
Hotel
 L / K / P / V / CC  
Fernie Castle Fernie Castle, Letham
Tel. 01337 810381    Fax: 01337 810422

Fernie Castle's chefs use the best Scottish produce for their menus. The Turret Bistro offers a range of interesting dishes, or dine in The Auld Alliance Room restaurant with a choice including a five course Table d'Hôte from £35. High teas available by arrangement. Fernie Castle is an original tower house dating from the 16th century. The fairytale like round tower emerges as you approach along a wooded drive. At night, our dramatic circular ballroom overlooks a floodlit loch. Stroll through our idyllic grounds to work up an appetite before dinner, then make your way to the beautiful Auld Alliance room with a massive Georgian chandelier. Children welcome. Parties of up to 120 catered for, or private rooms available for smaller parties. 3 Star AA.
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The Peat Inn   Peat Inn    Tel. 01334 840206    Fax: 01334 840530
          L / K / P / V / CC      
www.thepeatinn.co.uk      email: stay@thepeatinn.co.uk
Chef/owner Geoffrey Smeddie continues an award winning combination of fine food and personal service. Local suppliers and fresh ingredients. Extensive wine cellar. 5 Star restaurant. 6 course taster menu £50. Open Tues-Sat all year.
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The Village Inn
 
 L / K / P / V / CC / D / E   
Village Inn Cupar Road, Pitlessie    Tel. 01337 830595     Fax: 01337 831448

A menu of traditional favourites with a touch of class, using fresh local produce, including game. Snack & lunch menus available. High teas served on Sundays 4.30-6.30pm. Small portions available, Children's Menu. The Village Inn is a popular family run country inn, with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Choose between our Dining Room or have a bar meal in the country style lounge bar. Meals served 7 days a week. Functions for up to 60.
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The Balaka
Tandoori Restaurant
 L / K / P / V / CC  
The Balaka Tandoori 3 Alexandra Place, Market Street, St Andrews
Tel. 01334 474825     Fax: 01334 476548
www.balaka.com     email: info@balaka.com

The Balaka has been operated by Abdur Rouf and his family since 1981. Voted the best Bangladeshi restaurant in the UK in 1999 by Pat Chapman's Good Curry Guide. Situated in the heart of St Andrews, the Balaka continues to impress diners with high standards in cooking, presentation and service. The extensive menu has a superb selection of Bangladeshi, Indian and Thai dishes, and our £6.95 Express Lunch menu (Monday-Friday 12-3pm) is an excellent way to sample these diverse cuisines. All meals expertly prepared by chef Abdul Monem. The Balaka boasts its own 1/3 acre herb garden, for our own coriander, spinach and other herbs. Open 7 days.

Bella Italia Caffe Bar Ristorante  39 Bell Street, St Andrews   Tel. 01334 476268
          L / K / V / D / CC / E
New for 2009 - 2 course evening menu Sun-Thurs, £8.95. Beautifully prepared Mediterranean dishes including pastas, pizza, and Italian sweets. All made with the finest ingredients. Something for everyone. Parties up to 45.

The Byre Theatre  Abbey Street , St Andrews   Tel. 01334 475000
          L / K / V / D / CC / E
Excellent venue for a snack or meal. Spacious restaurant with all day a la carte menu offering good range including popular favourites. Popular also for home baking. Live entertainment Wed-Sat nights. Open Tues-Sat.

Catch Bistro   St Andrews Aquarium, The Scores, St Andrews   Tel. 01334 474786
          L / K / V / D / CC      
email: info@standrewsaquarium.co.uk
Located right on the beach next to St Andrews Aquarium, this is a great find. Ideal for a family meal out. Choice of light snacks, plus teas, coffees and home baking. Fully licensed with patio seating. Open daily 11am - 5pm.
The Doll's House   3 Church Square, St Andrews   Tel. 01334 477422
          L / K / V / CC / D / E      
website: dolls house
Daily Specials and regularly changing menu, featuring a varied selection with French and Scottish influences. Fresh local produce. Vegetarian menu. Full list of wines and beers complement the food. Open 7 days. Reservations recommended.
The Dining Room
Restaurant
 L / K / V / CC  

Crails Lane, St Andrews
Tel: 01334 467822   Fax: 01334 467862


St Andrews' newest & largest Chinese restaurant

450-year old stone-walled building is a perfect setting for a relaxing Oriental culinary experience. An extensive menu will surprise and delight you, whether you call in for lunch or an evening meal. All dishes are in the Chinese and Cantonese styles, prepared according to traditional recipes, retaining authentic tastes and textures. Children welcome. Open from noon to midnight 7 days a week. 2 course lunch only £5.50, 12pm-4pm. 2 course set meal in evenings £9.80. Parties up to 20 catered for. Advisable to book at weekends.

Claret Jug Restaurant & Bar at the Dunvegan Hotel ltd
         L / K / V / CC     7 Pilmour Place, North Street, St Andrews   Tel. 01334 473105
Enjoy a drink and a bar meal from a range of popular favourites. Small portions available. A la carte dishes also served. Parties welcome.
Fairmont St Andrews Scotland     St Andrews   Tel. 01334 471115
         L / K / V / CC / D / E      www.fairmont.com     standrews.scotland@fairmont.com
Dining choices are the AA rosette awarded Esperante, the jewel of the resort's dining experiences, or The Rock and Spindle, the new contemporary lounge bar for a selection of snacks & nibbles.
The Glass House
 
 L / K / P / V / CC / D / E   
The Glass House 80 North Street, St Andrews
Tel. 01334 473673
website: the glass house

A truly stunning dining experience where modern lines meet traditional architecture. The Glass House uses high quality fresh produce to create a wide-ranging menu including fresh pasta, stone-baked pizzas and daily specials. Evening meals offer a selection of pan-seared meats, fresh fish and more. Well balanced wine selection. Special diets catered for. The Glass House is a sister restaurant to the Doll's House and the Grill House, and maintains the same high standards.
The Grange Inn    Grange Road, St Andrews   Tel. 01334 472670
          L / K / P / V / CC
Imaginative, well presented food using fresh local produce. Traditional and modern Scottish cuisine. Charming inn dating to 17th/18th centuries. Superb views over St Andrews Bay. Small portions available.
Greyfriars   129 North Street , St Andrews   Tel. 01334 474906
          L / K / P / V / CC / D / E      
stay@greyfriarshotel.com
All day menu from 11am to 9pm offers a good range of dishes, including lite bites, salads, burgers, pastas and sandwiches. Steaks and salmon feature in the evenings. Modern surroundings and a very popular eating place.
Grill House    Inchcape House, St Mary's Place, St Andrews   Tel. 01334 470500
          L / K / P / V / CC / E      
website: grill house
Food includes an eclectic mix of succulent chargrilled meats, burgers and fish, plus Mexican dishes, rounded off by salads, pizzas, pastas, and more. Vegetarian dishes also available. Al fresco dining in the summer.
Jahangir
Tandoori Restaurant
 L / K / P / V / CC / D  
Jahangir Tandoori 116A South Street, St Andrews
Tel. 01334 470300
www.jahangirstandrews.co.uk

Jahangir offers a good selection of Pakistani, Punjabi, Bangladeshi and North Indian Tandoori dishes. Every dish prepared has its own distinctive flavour and aroma which comes from spices prepared daily, and not from any curry powder. Come to enjoy a culinary feast in sumptuous surroundings - not to be missed. Business Lunches from noon-2.30pm, and pre-theatre meal offered daily except Sat, 5-7pm, for £10.95. The restaurant's decor is in a modern Indian style with blues and golds, and a stream runs through the restaurant creating a relaxing setting. Open every day noon to midnight (Friday & Saturday til 1am). Parties up to 60 catered for and outside catering enquiries welcome. Awarded 2 medallions from the Tourist Board. Gold Award from Masterchef UK. Open 7 days.
Maisha
 L / K / V / CC  
5 College Street, St Andrews
Tel. 01334 476666
email: info@maisharestaurant.co.uk    www.maisharestaurant.co.uk

An ideal venue for your dining experience, located in the heart of St Andrews. All the food is freshly prepared from fresh ingredients and authentic spices by experienced chefs. Menu includes fresh seafood and a selection of curries prepared using traditional Bengali recipes and cooking styles. Open 7 days, for lunch noon-2.30pm and evening meals 5pm-midnight. 3 course lunch offered for £5.95, or choose from extensive a la carte menu. Small and intimate.
number forty bar & restaurant   St Andrews   Tel. 01334 472611
          L / K / V / CC     
www.standrews-golf.co.uk     email: numberforty@standrews-golf.co.uk
Exclusive restaurant offering impeccable service. New menu for 2009 brimming with local produce prepared with great flair. Meals served throughout the day. Over 140 bins for an imaginative wine list. Hidden terrace for alfresco dining.
nahm-jim
authentic Thai cuisine
 L / K / V / CC  
nahm-jim L'Orient Restaurant & Lounge

62 Market Street, St Andrews
Tel. 01334 470000
www.nahm-jim.co.uk

Truly unique atmosphere, full of Oriental charm. Enjoy the finest original Thai food in Fife, all prepared by Thai chefs from original recipes with no compromise for western tastes. A wide variety of delicious prawn, salad, curry, chicken and pork dishes.
Lunch menu (served 12-5.30pm) offers an excellent range of Japanese, Sushi and Thai dishes, with European options too. Evening menu (5.30-10pm) features a range of hot dishes, plus Sushi and Japanese Bento boxes. Great range of cocktails. Booking advisable at weekends.
Ogstons
The Oak Rooms
 L / K / V / CC / D  
127 North Street , St Andrews
Tel. 01334 473387
www.ogstonsonnorthst.com

The newly refurbished Oak Rooms is a lively yet comfortable bar/restaurant. Open at 10am for coffee, with food served from noon til 10pm every day. Extensive lunch menu served with bar meals until late. An evening bistro menu has the traditional favourites with daily specials. All meals are prepared using fresh local seafood and the finest cuts of Scottish beef. Cosy traditional atmosphere in the winter with a roaring fire. See website for full menu selection and more information on the hotel ~ special dinner, bed and breakfast packages available.


Old Course Hotel

 L / K / P / V / CC / D  

Golf Resort & Spa


St Andrews
Reservations: Tel. 01334 474371

The Sands Grill
The concept of Sands Grill is simple: fantastic food in a relaxed and informal setting, where guests can enjoy a starter with a glass of wine, and elaborate seafood platter for two, or a stunning cut of prime Scottish beef. The menu focuses on local seafood and steaks, with all produce sourced in Scotland. Top quality is the essence of the Sands Grill: all meat has been hung for a minimum of 21 days, and is cooked in a state of the art Josper oven over the finest charcoal embers. Menu offers favourites such as fillets, rib eyes and T-bones, plus some organic items such as organic pork chop from Peelham Farm in Berwickshire.


Playfairs Scottish Restaurant & Bar     Tel. 01334 472970     L / K / V / CC
Ardgowan Hotel, 2 Playfair Terrace, North Street, St Andrews     email: info@playfairsrestaurant.co.uk
Relaxing atmosphere for excellent fresh food, only 180 yards from the Old Course. Traditional Scottish recipes using the finest local suppliers, including haggis, a Scottish tasting platter, cullen skink. Excellent fresh food.
The Rule    116 South Street, St Andrews    Tel. 01334 473473
          L / K / P / V / D / CC
     email: therule@maclay.co.uk
Catering for everyone in the heart of St Andrews. Menu offers good selection of popular favourites. Lunchtime special or £3.95. Tea, coffee, snacks and baking served all day. Stone-baked pizzas. Large range of beers, wines & spirits.
The Russell Hotel
 L / K / V / D / CC  
The Russell Hotel The Scores , St Andrews
Tel. 01334 473447     Fax: 01334 478279
www.russellhotelstandrews.co.uk     email: russellhotel@talk21.com

Prepared by our chef de cuisine, Michael Smith, our menu encompasses a wide variety of dishes to suit the most discerning of palates, and is based on the very best of local game, beef, seafood and fresh vegetables. The Supper Room offers a cosy, warm and relaxed atmosphere. The Locker Room offers a combination of warmth and intimacy. Lunches served in our Victorian Bar. The Russell is a small, friendly hotel, run by the resident owners Fiona and Gordon de Vries. Wide range of fine ales, beers, wines, spirits and malt whiskies. Open every day, all year. Reservations advisable. AA Rosette. McCallan 2002 Award, Taste of Scotland recommended. 3 Star STB Hotel. Open 7 days, all year.
Rusacks Hotel Bunker Bar    Pilmour Links, St Andrews    Tel. 0844 879 9136
          L / K / P / V / CC
The refurbished Bunker Bar has tasteful decor and superb views over the Old Course. Good pub food, drinks, and an extensive range of coffees. Menu offers good selection of popular dishes. All day breakfasts. Open 7 days.
The Seafood Restaurant    Bruce Embankment , St Andrews   Tel. 01334 479475
          L / K / V / D / CC
Only the freshest seafood used in the wide range of dishes, beautifully prepared by expert chefs. Lunches and evening meals served 7 days. Excellent wine list. A unique dining experience in custom-built restaurant. 3 AA Rosettes.
The Victoria Cafe & Bar    1 St Mary's Place , St Andrews   Tel. 01334 476964
          L / K / V / CC     
www.socialanimal.co.uk
A very relaxed place to meet friends for a cool drink or tasty meal. Food served all day from 10am - 9pm, including breakfasts. Interesting and affordable menu - good choice including all usual favourites.
The Vine Leaf Restaurant   131 South Street, St Andrews   Tel. 01334 477497
          L / K / V / D / CC     
www.vineleafstandrews.co.uk
Seafood, game, gourmet vegetarian and Scottish beef feature in a fixed price two or three course menu. Wine list with labels exclusive to Vine Leaf. One of the town's most popular restaurants. Excellent service. Open Tues-Sat evenings.
west port bar & kitchen   170-172 South Street, St Andrews   Tel. 01334 473186
         
 L / K / V / D / CC / E
All day menu with a choice of breakfasts, lunches and dinners. Wide variety including pastas, grills and seafood. A vibrant restaurant beside the famous West Port Gate. Very popular. Open 9am-midnight 7 days, food served 9am-9. pm
Ziggy's
 
 L / K / V / CC  
6 Murray Place, St Andrews
Tel. 01334 473686
www.ziggys.fslife.co.uk      Family run since 1983

Ziggy's new menu for 2009 offers an extensive choice of starters, main courses and sweets. Menu highlights include our famed fajitas from the Mexican selection. 20 different burgers feature on the menu, plus kebabs, chicken, ribs, pizza and one of the best flame-grilled steaks in town. New extended wine list and good selection of world beers too. Ziggys' is a fascinating family run restaurant showcasing one of Scotland's most extensive collections of rock memorabilia. A truly unique atmosphere with matching background music set the mood for a memorable meal. Open 7 days - reservations advised. Fully air conditioned. Parties welcome.
Zizzi   87-89 South Street, St Andrews   Tel. 01334 474676
         
 K / V / CC / E      www.zizzi.co.uk
A must venue for Italian food lovers, from cappuccino & dessert to a full meal. New menu for 2009 is all about our love of simple Italian cooking, with an extensive menu - stone baked pizzas, pastas, risottos, steaks, fish & more.
Wormit ^^ top ^^
The Taybridge Halt   Naughton Road, Wormit   Tel. 01382 542579
          L / K / P / V / CC / E
Fresh quality food prepared on the premises. Menu features a good selection and changes daily. Personally run by the proprietor. Spectacular views of the famous railway bridge to Dundee and the River Tay. Beer garden. Closed Mondays.