Absolutely incredible restaurant with food that was not only incredibly cooked, it was presented to a very high level. Great customer service, staff/owner were great and just the right level of interaction and banter without imposing on the meal etc, something a lot of restaurants struggle with. We both had oyster starters, natural serving with both the Thai and Caviar options. We then both had the fillet of North sea cod (believe that was the name) and a panna cotta to share, for dessert. All incredible. I highly recommend this place.
I had dinner here yesterday evening. Warm atmosphere and delicious fresh food.
Please keep in mind that this is a small restaurant with a small team and they are doing their best. Be patient and very importantly, book in advance!
On a more disappointing note, it was not indicated anywhere (maybe at the end of the menu in tiny characters) that the service is not included in the prices. Even if I was told by the most experienced waiter that tipping was up to me, the dirty look the younger one gave me when I handed the money made me leave a small bank note quickly before exiting.
Had I known earlier, I would have adapted. So if you are on a budget, keep this in mind as well.
Antonios Fried Egg Roll
+5
Tried to book here last year and couldn't get in, but the wait till this year was worth it. Its atmosphere is very french bistro giving it a nice warm feel. The staff are very friendly, especialy the chef who walks around at times and chats to you but is never intrusive or over bearing, on the contary it just adds to the friendlyness. I started off by having the crab mourney, a bit more cheese than I expected, but it made much better for it, I realy enjoyed it. The other half had the tempura monk fish, she said it was the best tempura dish she'd had in a long time. My main was the cod with the cheese and pepper seed top. The fish was cooked to perfection and the top was just the right amount not to cheesy and not to peppery. The other half had the halibut which she thought the sauce was creamier than she mite have expected, but again was cooked to perfection. Finaly I had the sticky toffee apple pudding, it was more like an apple dumpling than tradditional stp, but again no complaints, the toffee sauce kept the balance right. Food of this standard is worth the price you pay, and the atmosphere was warm and casual. We loved it.
You have to eat here!! The Smoked Mackerel Pate was so delicious that I ate it too quickly before taking a picture!! Delicious!! Also, the River House Fish Stew was very tasty. The service was great and had us in stitches!l If you have the chance, book your reservation now!
I can't remember the last time I enjoyed a restaurant so much. The food, the service, the atmosphere, it was all amazing. I doubt there's a wrong choice on the menu. The sea bass and the cod are excellent. The oysters are a must have as well. There is also a great selection of wine, drinks and local craft beer. Thank-you to all the staff, and the cook, for a wonderful dining experience!
The meal was nothing short of excellent and the staff was very friendly and took time to chat with us! The best oysters we’ve had, both fresh and grilled options. The seafood was prepared perfectly, and full of flavour! We highly recommend the seared scallops as a starter.
A very wonderful meal. The freshly shucked oysters and vodka oyster shots were delicious. Particularly enjoyed the mussels both in Venetian and Islay- style. Both were really good. The mussels with Islay whiskey had a smokey flavour that our table enjoyed thoroughly. Service was also very warm and friendly. Would love to go back if I ever travel to Scotland again!
What a cute spot! Super tight space (I think we counted accommodations for 22 max) and small staff that were all over it. It has a ton of charm and the staff were so very attentive. We had the Crab Thermidor, the trio of oysters, and the River House Fish Stew. The crab dish and the beer buttered oyster were the best bites. Also enjoyed a lovely Tomatin based cocktail on a new menu that was so tasty. Make sure to make reservations well in advance and dress to be warm due to the close seating. As everything is, the restaurant was a easy and lovely walk to dinner by the river of Ness. Make sure you bring cash to tip!
Convinced this is the most fantastic meal in Scotland! Alfie and his team are so lovely and accommodating. The food was absolutely fantastic and the staff was so kind. I have Celiac and they were able to make dietary adjustments with no issue. Thank you all for a memorable dinner experience! We will certainly be back the next time we visit.
Quite possibly the best restaurant in Inverness. Enjoyed a late evening dinner at the River House after both staff and kitchen likely had a long, busy day, and they still nailed it. Cocktails were spot on. Our starter - the Mussels Venetian - were quite possibly the freshest mussels I’ve ever had the pleasure of tasting. On to our mains: Sicilian Seafood Pasta and Haddock. The chef did not miss a thing. The brown sugar shrimp butter reduction for the haddock was phenomenal and so flavorful. The Linguine in the seafood pasta was freshly made, and had the best texture — smaller scallops very slightly over cooked, but easily forgiveable. Our meal was capped off with a limoncello drizzled sponge cake and appropriate accompaniments and left nothing to be desired.
The venue also has so much personality. Treat yourself to a curated dining experience in Inverness! But make your reservations now — they fill up incredibly quickly.
Bon Appetite!
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