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The Paddle Steamer — Bars in Largs

The Paddle Steamer

BarsLargs, SCT

4.1 out of 5 stars4.1(2,996 reviews)

Quick info

01475 686441
30 Gallowgate St, Largs KA30 8LX, United Kingdom

About The Paddle Steamer

Seating along the window at The Paddle Steamer looks out over the water, and the ferry to Cumbrae is visible from the tables as it comes and goes. This pub on Gallowgate St in Largs runs as a walk-in operation, with no reservations needed, and opens daily. The menu runs to 139 dishes, and the Scottish Breakfast brings toast and marmalade alongside potato scones on the brunch offering. Lime cordial is poured in a generous measure. The setting follows the Wetherspoons format, which shapes the range and pricing of the food and drink on offer.

Menu & Prices

139 dishes · mains £1–98
  • Scottish Breakfast£4.99
  • Just-A-Wrap£5.97
  • Margherita£6.06
  • Haggis£6.66
  • Spicy Chicken£6.66
  • Pepperoni£6.66
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Reviews

4.1/5
2,996 reviews

What reviewers say

Reviewers most often mention traditional scottish breakfast, lime cordial, toast and marmalade and sea view of ferries.

5★
1,384
4★
928
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387
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119
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178

Customer Review Summary

Breakfast draws repeat visits, with reviewers praising quick service even on busy mornings and friendly staff who don't let a crowd slow things down. Several mention the sea view and watching ferries to Cumbrae come and go, plus lovely toast and marmalade and a generous lime cordial. One diner notes rigid enforcement of Scottish breakfast timing rules, resolved after a fellow patron pointed out brunch menu options.

Featured reviews

  • Ian Luscombe
    “Stopped off for breakfast. Lovely toast and marmalade. Friendly staff. Quick service. Nice place to sit and look at the boat to Cumbrae come and go. We always visit here when on holiday or day trips. Great lime cordial. Massive amount of cordial which was lovely.”
  • derek hart
    “Typical Weatherspoons, but with a great view of the sea and watch the ferries come in and out.”
  • william chalk
    “Decided on the spur of the moment to drive to largs for a walk . Got there had a walk then Decided to go to the paddle steamer. Was exceptionally busy but got a seat and food and drink came surprisingly very quickly. Well done the management and team”
  • Oor we Nic
    “We had a lovely breakfast after an amazing stay at View of the Isles apartment. The staff were friendly & nothing was too much bother. It was a busy morning however this didn't affect the service time. Atmosphere was nice & relaxed. Great morning in the paddle steamer. I hope to return again.”
  • Janet Battaglio
    “Wonderfully friendly, helpful staff and one stuck on rules about times rather than suggestions for traditional scottish breakfast which, except for potato scones can be ordered in the brunch menu as pointed out by a kindly fellow patron. …”
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Hours

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Good to know

  • Reservations
    Walk-in only
  • Accessibility
    Has wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible seating · Has wheelchair-accessible toilet

Amenities

  • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
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  • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet

Location

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