The Birds & Bees

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  Bart Stulens

  ·2 months ago

  “We arrived and we got a very warm welcome, they were patient when we needed some extra time to decide what to drink. Then we got our drinks and they were amazing!!! The menu was lovely with lots to choose from, we then had some laughs while we waited on the food. Talking about the food WHOAH! we loved it! The dessert menu was also good, we had a diffecult time choosing. In the end we had some good laughs with the server when we made the suggestion tot have a guy named Bill bring us the bill. 10/10 experience they were very very nice tot us Belgians folks. :D”

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  clive wyndham

  ·4 months ago

  “Had a booking here and was met with a very charming fellow. The food was if good size fresh and hot.”

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  Edward Tankard

  ·4 months ago

  “Lovely place to eat, anyone who is visiting Stirling should consider here to eat! Staff and lovely and friendly, desserts are great too!”

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  Linda Teo

  ·6 months ago

  “The struggle for parking is definitely not the best mood before a meal. On Sunday, the entire parking lot was packed. We tried to park on the side of the building, where there was a free parking space, but a woman ran out of the building and shooed us away, saying that parking was prohibited (there were no signs). But we kept looking, but there was no space on the street, so we drove into the adjacent housing estate, worried that the situation would repeat itself. The parking rules aren't so obvious to foreigners; perhaps the situation wouldn't be as stressful for Scots. At the entrance, I was asked about a reservation, which we didn't have, but they kindly allowed us to use a table for an hour. We didn't need more, as the kitchen was very quick to fill up, so we made it within an hour. As for the service itself, the waitresses were very friendly and attentive. The speed, friendly approach, and beautiful presentation of the food made you feel right at home. Both the food and the bill were delivered promptly, which is very important. The restroom The chill in the restroom creates an interesting contrast to the warmth of the pub itself. Taking off your pants on a cold day is a challenge. There was no hot water either, I don't know if that's the norm or if we just happened to be there. And finally, the food itself. The showcase dish – beef in ale – was excellent… the beef was tender, perfectly prepared, not a trace of stringiness. No risk of chewing the meat, which even the strongest jaws can't handle. The beef simply melted in your mouth, and the whiskey gave it a truly unique flavor. The pie over the beef is really good, even for someone for whom beef in ale isn't a natural combination 😀 The fish in ale is very good, although I wouldn't call the Scots masters of cooking when it comes to spices. Fortunately, this type of fish is naturally good. Although seasoning could elevate this dish. It also wouldn't be bad if more work had been put into the salad. It's not even that it was dry, but it would have been nice to cut it into smaller pieces. I know you can cut them with your own knife, but it could be made easier. The decor and atmosphere. Fantastic. The fireplace, the warmth, the folk-historical decor. Just as befits the location (Stirling Castle is only nine minutes away). Overall, I highly recommend it.”

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  john green

  ·6 months ago

  “Family meal. 8 adults and baby. Food was tasty. Steaks were great, fish and chips and roasts were good. Deserts all went down well. Staff were helpful and service was faultless.”

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  J Stephens

  ·7 months ago

  “A lovely place to go have a nice meal and drink. Dog friendly too! We got the pulled pork tacos and the gampas pil pil for starters and both were excellent. Prawns were so fresh and tacos was everything I except from a good taco. Mains we got the fillet steak sandwich which was cooked to perfection and the fish and chips which were equally as good. Very happy overall and to find out they serve hawkstone was even better. #backbritishfarming. We will back soon!”

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  V U

  ·8 months ago

  “Bruscheta caprese is a joke. Does not even have CHEESEE. Look at the picture and you will notice a hint of cheese. The rest is OK. Kinda good price for the portions but do not order the Bruscheta. Ambience is good and attention from staff is speedy and cordial. Plenty of space to park. Beautiful views. Clean toilets. The general appearance is pleasant for a quiet evening.”

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  Erin Kennedy

  ·10 months ago

  “We had an absolutely amazing experience celebrating our July Summer wedding at The Birds and Bees! If you’re thinking about a wedding here, do it! Danny was fantastic from start to finish, tailoring a package that suited our needs perfectly. We explained that we just wanted a nice small event, nothing grand (it got bigger than we had planned) but nothing was ever too much hassle for him or the team. We genuinely felt like everyone there wanted to make the day as special as possible for us — and it truly was. Our wedding was four months ago and we’re still not over how incredible the day was. Our guests are constantly telling us how much they enjoyed it and how much it suited who we are as a couple, and that’s thanks to the team for bringing our ideas to life. The atmosphere was relaxed but still classy, the venue looked stunning, and there were plenty of beer choices at very reasonable bar prices — everyone was delighted! The food was also brilliant. We went for a more casual style with burgers, chips and nuggets, and it went down an absolute treat. There was plenty for everyone, and the team made sure all dietary needs were catered for, including gluten intolerances and nut allergies. Everyone felt included and well looked after. We also had a rainstorm on the day and had originally planned to be outside. The team acted so quickly, rearranging everything seamlessly. Danny updated me early while I was getting ready, which gave me time to adjust to the change — and honestly, the indoor setup turned out absolutely beautiful.- it was a bit of a squeeze for our large family, but the team made it work. We couldn’t recommend The Birds and Bees enough. Thank you so much to Danny and the whole team for making our day so memorable and special — it was everything we hoped for and more.”

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  Andreas

  ·11 months ago

  “We were here on Saturday lunch and the restaurant was quite busy. However, the service was fast and efficient. We had sirloin medium which cooked to perfection. Chicken parmigiana was great, melted cheese and chicken was juicy and tender. Fries can be better, we think it’s not flavourful. Sticky toffee pudding was delicious. Nice decor too.”

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  Ross Sees Stuff For You

  ·1 year ago

  “We booked The Birds and Bees months in advance and I was actually a little surprised when I showed up and my name was on the list. The staff seemed a little busy and tired but Scotland in general appears to have had a long summer of tourism and it's a bit understandable. The food here is fantastic and it's obviously a favorite among locals. Great atmosphere and very comforting. We would certainly return”

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