The Strathkinness Tavern
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About The Strathkinness Tavern
On High Road in St Andrews, The Strathkinness Tavern is a family run pub with a main bar kept separate from the dining area. It brews its own guest ale on-site, served alongside other local guest ales at the bar. The kitchen turns out Steak & Ale Pie, Haddock Risotto, and Pecan Crusted Salmon, with cheese and garlic scones a recurring item on the menu. Table service runs through the dining room, and staff can speak to both the food and the whisky and beer selection. The tavern is walk-in, though tables are required at weekends given demand. Some evenings bring live and acoustic music, with locals playing and singing in the bar. The restaurant side looks out towards the Tay and Tentsmuir.
Good to know
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- AccessibilityWheelchair: parking lot, restroom
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention cheese and garlic scones, steak & ale pie, pecan crusted salmon and live music.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention cheese and garlic scones, steak & ale pie, pecan crusted salmon and live music.
Customer Review Summary
Cheese and garlic scones draw repeated praise as a starting point, described as fantastic and something diners return for, while entrees close behind include the steak and ale pie, haddock risotto, pecan crusted salmon, and a pork loin one diner called to-die-for. Several mention live or acoustic music in the bar and views toward the Tay and Tentsmuir as added draws, and service is repeatedly called friendly and attentive. A recurring note is that the pub gets very busy and noisy at weekends, with booking required, and one reviewer flags prices creeping up to Edinburgh, then later London, levels. Otherwise the pattern is consistently positive, with generous portions and quality drink and whisky selection also noted. One visitor closes by planning to book a table again on a return trip to the area.
Customer Review Summary
Cheese and garlic scones draw repeated praise as a starting point, described as fantastic and something diners return for, while entrees close behind include the steak and ale pie, haddock risotto, pecan crusted salmon, and a pork loin one diner called to-die-for. Several mention live or acoustic music in the bar and views toward the Tay and Tentsmuir as added draws, and service is repeatedly called friendly and attentive. A recurring note is that the pub gets very busy and noisy at weekends, with booking required, and one reviewer flags prices creeping up to Edinburgh, then later London, levels. Otherwise the pattern is consistently positive, with generous portions and quality drink and whisky selection also noted. One visitor closes by planning to book a table again on a return trip to the area.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“The food is excellent, everyone enjoyed there food. There was live music the night that we went which was excellent. It was an acoustic set which was not too load. Also, when the weather is warm, it's a great place to sit outside with great views”
- Google user
“There is nothing to complain about with this lovely family run Tavern. The food is always outstanding, the service excellent and the atmosphere is always welcoming. It is definitely somewhere I would and do go as often as I can. Oh, and the freshly made cheese and garlic scones are amazing. There is also an excellent choice of alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks to be had. A wonderful wee place”
- Google user
“The food was delicious, Very friendly and helpful staff. Would definitely recommend this restaurant you will not be disappointed.”
- Google user
“Food was fantastic, couldn’t fault it and the cheese and garlic scones are to die for. First visit but will definitely be back. Great food and very reasonably priced.”
- Google user
“Had a lovely meal while up visiting my father, beautifully cooked food of a high quality, our waitress was nice and friendly. The value for money is good. There was also a group of locals (I presume) in the main bar playing & singing which was an added bonus. Next time we're up in the area we will definitely make a point of booking a table with you again.”
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
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- Accessibility· 1
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Location
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Strathkinness Tavern | 4.7364 | — | — | cheese and garlic scones, steak & ale pie, pecan crusted salmon |
| St Andrews Brewing Co. Caird Hall | 4.3668 | 9.2 mi away | — | chicken burger, house lager, cullen skink |
| The SelkieReservations · Wheelchair accessible | 4.7358 | 9.2 mi away | £20–30 | tapas dishes, halloumi, patatas bravas |
| Tickety Boo'sReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.41,346 | 9.3 mi away | £10–20 | angus steak pie, fish and chips, seafood chowder |
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