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About The Coylton Arms
On Low Coylton in Ayr, The Coylton Arms is a gastropub with a 21-dish menu spanning Steak Pie, Fish and Chips, and Sirloin Steak alongside Chicken Maryland and Cajun Chicken Pasta, plus beer on tap. Fresh fish is served, and the kitchen accommodates allergies and food intolerances on request. The step-free entrance suits visitors with mobility needs, and high chairs make the room workable for families with young children. Outdoor seating adds extra space beyond the small interior, which centres on a fireplace. The pub opens Thursday to Sunday and is closed the rest of the week, with reservations recommended, particularly for weekend tables. Takeaway is available for those eating off site. Once seated, diners settle up at the bar rather than at the table, since bills aren't brought over.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree of charge street parking · Free parking lot · Plenty of parking
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible car park · Has wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs available · Has kids' menu
- DietaryServes vegetarian dishes
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Menu & Prices
21 dishes- Steak Pie
- Beer
- Fish and Chips
- Chicken Maryland
- Sirloin Steak
- Cajun Chicken Pasta
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention generous portion sizes, allergy accommodations, slow bill/dessert service and fresh fish.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention generous portion sizes, allergy accommodations, slow bill/dessert service and fresh fish.
Customer Review Summary
Generous portion sizes on hearty, home-cooked-style mains draw the most consistent praise, with the fresh fish and a birthday-meal spread singled out alongside good value pricing that surprises several diners. Staff are repeatedly called friendly and accommodating, handling allergies and a milk intolerance with ease, and the cosy, historic interior gets consistent warmth even from those who found the exterior needing work. Service is the recurring soft spot: one visit describes plates left uncleared for ten to fifteen minutes with no dessert order taken and having to fetch the bill themselves, while another reviewer reports being charged for a second pint of Guinness after it was served in what they describe as a dirty glass and returned as undrinkable, calling the response from the till appalling. Weekend evenings are noted as busy and occasionally rowdy, with several reviewers recommending booking ahead for that reason. Most close on plans to return for another family meal or, for one couple, dinner on their next visit to nearby Sundrum Castle.
Customer Review Summary
Generous portion sizes on hearty, home-cooked-style mains draw the most consistent praise, with the fresh fish and a birthday-meal spread singled out alongside good value pricing that surprises several diners. Staff are repeatedly called friendly and accommodating, handling allergies and a milk intolerance with ease, and the cosy, historic interior gets consistent warmth even from those who found the exterior needing work. Service is the recurring soft spot: one visit describes plates left uncleared for ten to fifteen minutes with no dessert order taken and having to fetch the bill themselves, while another reviewer reports being charged for a second pint of Guinness after it was served in what they describe as a dirty glass and returned as undrinkable, calling the response from the till appalling. Weekend evenings are noted as busy and occasionally rowdy, with several reviewers recommending booking ahead for that reason. Most close on plans to return for another family meal or, for one couple, dinner on their next visit to nearby Sundrum Castle.
Featured reviews
- David Bethel
“Great place, the staff and food are fantastic. It can get a bit rowdy on a Saturday night but that's life.”
- Margaret Woods
“Arrived around 2.30 and asked for a table for 2. The lady behind the bar immediately looked at her watch for a good few seconds before offering us a table. We felt a bit uncomfortable thinking they were closing, but after checking online we saw that closing time was midnight. We both ordered a main course. Both meals were delicious and very large portions, so definately value for money. We would have ordered a sweet but after sitting for about 10/15 minutes with plates not lifted, and not approached, we decided not to bother. Not sure if this is the normal process but had to go to the bar to ask for and pay the bill. Room for improvement with service, food brilliant, tasteful decor, good layout.”
- Susan Moth
“The food was exceptional. Staff very helpful with allergies. Everything was presented well and tasted amazing. Generous proportions and good value. We will definitly be back when we come that way. Thank you”
- philjc27
“Although the food is of a decent quality the service we just received has ensured I wont be back in the premises. Ordered a pint of Guinness on arrival which was perfectly fine, ordered a second that was served in a clearly dirty glass that made the taste of the pint disgusting. Upon requesting a replacement it was then slammed on the table as if I had committed an offence. Upon leaving I was handed the bill to show I was being charged for three pints. Upon querying this I was told by the youngster serving that the manager had said 'as you had taken a drink out of it you were being charged for it'. To return a drink as undrinkable and be charged for it is absolutely appalling service and will ensure I will not return to this venue.”
- TML
“Seven of us went out and we all enjoyed our meals. We all had different starters & main courses, too full for a dessert. Lovely coffee to finish.”
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Closed
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Has fireplace
- Has great beer selection
- Serves great coffee
- Serves great dessert
- Has great tea selection
- Has great wine list
Amenities
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
- Free of charge street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Has outdoor seating
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
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- Good for kids
- Serves vegetarian dishes
- Has bar on site
- Casual
- Serves beer
- Serves coffee
- Offerings· 10
- Serves alcohol
- Serves cocktails
- Serves food
- Serves food at bar
- Has free water refills
- Serves healthy options
- Quick bite
- Serves small plates
- Serves spirits
- Serves wine
- Facilities· 1
- Has toilet
- Planning· 3
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Dining options· 6
- Serves brunch
- Serves lunch
- Serves dinner
- Serves dessert
- Has seating
- Has table service
- Atmosphere· 4
- Cosy
- Historic
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Crowd· 2
- Good for groups
- Popular with tourists
- Parking· 2
- Free parking lot
- Plenty of parking
- Highlights· 6
- Has fireplace
- Has great beer selection
- Serves great dessert
- Has great tea selection
- Has great wine list
- Good for watching sport
- Popular for· 3
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Good for solo dining
- Accessibility· 3
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Family-friendly· 2
- High chairs available
- Has kids' menu
Location
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- The Fox & Willow4.52,0665.3 mi away£20–60ReservationsWheelchair accessibleOutdoor seating
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- The Ghillie Dhu4.61625.3 mi away£10–20ReservationsWheelchair accessibleGood for kids
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Coylton ArmsReservations · Good for kids | 4.5375 | — | £20–30 | generous portion sizes, allergy accommodations, slow bill/dessert service |
| Hollybush InnReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.5775 | 3.2 mi | £20–30 | huge portions, countryside views, dog friendly |
| The Fox & WillowReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.52,066 | 5.3 mi away | £20–60 | steak guinness ale pie, sticky toffee pudding, moroccan lamb tagine |
| The Ghillie DhuReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Good for kids | 4.6162 | 5.3 mi away | £10–20 | takeaway christmas dinner, the cheesecake, free hotdogs at pickup |
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