ABBA are pleased to recommend restaurants using personal experience
ABBA is a network of B&Bs and guesthouses in Ayrshire and Arran, who work together to encourage people to visit, stay longer and help boost the local economy.

The Fairburn Hotel - Ayr

Family run village Hotel just 15mins drive from Ayr. Our beautifully refurbished restaurant offers delicious Scottish food & our cosy lounge bar is renowned for its tasty, affordable cocktails which can also be enjoyed in our lovely garden on a sunny day.

Visit Website call: 01290 551011

Buzzworks group - Ayr

CHOICE. IT'S WHAT WE ARE ALL ABOUT. Delicious food, serious cocktails & superb service. Cool style & friendly atmosphere.

Visit Website call: 01292 432 342

Café 51 - Ayr

This bistro style café provides delicious food and drinks in a modern, warm ambience. Tempting home baking prepared daily.

call: 01292 292575

The Vaults Kitchen - Girvan

Cosy, friendly restaurant recently opened serving traditional fresh homemade meals. Booking is recommended.

Visit Website call: 07816 535810

The Douglas Hotel - Bar & Bistro - Brodick

A modern yet classic take on Bistro style dining - 'a refreshing simplicity but with serious intent' The Douglas Bar serves food all day long, from a full Scottish breakfast, sharing platters and a bar menu using many of Arran's local and artisan suppliers. Snacks, sharing platters and daily changing specials are served all day – there really is something to suit all tastes.

Visit Website call: 01770 302968

Brambles Seafood + Grill - Brodick

Amazing succulent steaks and grills, abundant west coast seafood, our famous chunky fishcakes and sumptuous sharing platters to while away a lazy evening. Children's menu available.

Visit Website call: 01770 302 234

@home Thai & Grill - Ayr

Best Thai food outside Thailand

Visit Website call: 01929 285856

Cecchini's Italian Restaurant - Ayr

Friendly family-run Italian restaurant bringing out true flavours of Tuscan cooking.

Visit Website call: 01292 263607

Kylestrome - Ayr

Bright and contemporary hotel in centre of Ayr serving delicious food in our award winning restaurant.

Visit Website call: 01292 262474

Tudor - Ayr

Popular town centre restaurant serving home cooked food all day with great home-baking.

Visit Website call: 01292 261404

Rupee Room - Ayr

Popular modern Indian Restaurant with extensive sit in and take-away menu located in Wellington Square, Ayr.

Visit Website call: 01292 283002

Ellisland - Ayr

Family restaurant offering alfresco dining, minutes from seafront and town centre, serving traditional locally sourced food.

Visit Website call: 01292 260111

Brig O Doon - Ayr

Renowned for its mouth-watering selection of traditional dishes using the very best of local produce. Enjoy panoramic views over the stunning gardens and River Doon.

Visit Website call: 01292 446466

Saffy's - Ayr

A little gem of a bistro, consistently offering great food and warm hospitality.

Visit Website call: 01292 288598

Stagedoor - Ayr

Popular restaurant located at Ayr's iconic Gaiety Theatre. Serving great quality food all day, while sourcing the very best and freshest produce and offering generous portions.

Visit Website call: 01292 280444

Vitos - Ayr

Serving the best of authentic Italian cuisine in a contemporary relaxed atmosphere with excellent views over the historic Burns Statue Square in Ayr Town Centre.

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Old Loans - Troon

Enjoy great food at this former Coaching Inn. Offering alfresco dining in the sunken beer garden in summer or a cosy open fire with a nice dram in winter.

Visit Website call: 01294 204040

Gailes - Irvine

Enjoy a great meal with family or friends in our Zest Restaurant and Bar. For a quick stop-off try the Gailes Coffee Shop for a refreshment and some excellent home-baking.

Visit Website call: 01294 204040

Fiddlers - Brodick

Family run Bistro with great food and live acoustic music every evening overlooking Brodick Bay on Isle of Arran.

Visit Website call: 01770 302579

Si - Irvine

A vibrant venue with delicious menu choice, dishes of a distinctly European theme with an Ayrshire twist.

Visit Website call: 01294-272498

Waterside - West Kilbride

Excellent menu choice at this stunning bar and restaurant along the water's edge with panoramic views to Arran and alfresco dining. Or dine in the brand new Si! Shack with "Posh Fish and Chips".

Visit Website call: 01294 824414

Coylton Arms - Ayr

Popular family-run, country restaurant and bar just outside Ayr with great reputation for food.

call: 01292 570320

Jaques Table - Sinclairson

Unique 'secret' French restaurant from our home. Outstanding traditional French food by ex French Embassy Chef. Join others on set dates or arrange private group dinners.

Visit Website call: 07850 368985

Waterfront - Ayr

2 courses from £10 per person. KIDS EAT FREE SUNDAY 12PM-5PM. Hendricks Afternoon Tea for 2 from £19.00

Visit Website call: 01292 280212

Hollybush - Ayr

Pleasant old coaching inn in the heart of beautiful Ayrshire countryside. Enjoy good food in a relaxed atmosphere and experience one of our famous steak pies!

Visit Website call: 01292 560580

Wildings - Maidens

A comfortable relaxed ambience with an outlook across Maidens Harbour to the Holy Isle and the Isle of Arran. Offering fresh seafood and expertly cooked Scottish traditional dishes.

Visit Website call: 01655 331401

Kirkmichael Arms - Kirkmichael

Situated 15mins from Ayr. We offer quality food from noon till 9pm. Daily Specials Board, Early Bird Mon-Fri. Lunch & Evening Menus. Sunday Roast.

Visit Website call: 01655 750200

Souters - Kirkoswald

Traditional country restaurant with relaxed, friendly atmosphere, situated on the A77 just 5 minutes from Turnberry championship golf course.

Visit Website call: 01655 760653

Woodland Bay - Girvan

Beulah's Bar & Restaurant at Woodland Bay Hotel offers a wide variety of freshly prepared meals available all day from 7am until 9pm.

Visit Website call: 01465 710700

Glenapp Castle - Ballantrae

Experience fine dining at Glenapp Castle's award winning restaurant. Indulge yourself with a delightful afternoon tea, a delicious lunch or enjoy an evening meal in the elegant castle surroundings.

Visit Website call: 01465 831212