Loch Bay Seafood Restaurant in Highland

Cuisine proposée avec uniquement des produits de l'île de Skye, avec des crustacés et du poisson excellemment préparée. Un coup de coeur pour le couteau, plein de saveurs. Seul "petit" bémol avec la musique d'ambiance qui n'est pas adaptée.

Amazing! Loved the experience and would highly recommend. The waiter was a little awkward however he was very knowledgeable. We felt like there was 1 too many courses on the set menu and we would have liked a palette cleanser throughout the courses. Overall, really fantastic meal

De très beaux produits, une explosion de saveurs, des cuissons justes et de vraies sauces. Les plats sont bien dressés, un accueil et service chaleureux et décontractés de Laurence la femme du chef Michael Smith et de Graeme. Une super playlist. C'est original et c'est très bon. On a adoré.

What a wonderful, cosy, intimate and welcoming restaurant this is. We loved the whole experience from start to finish. The welcome was warm and friendly, and the food was heavenly. It’s very small and booking ahead is essential, but if you love fish and seafood, this is a must when on Skye.

My husband and I have never had such an experience of such fine cuisine. Each course was full of rich full flavor and were presented and prepared to visually delight. Our satisfaction was met on all levels.The staff was wonderful and our Michelin star Chef truly gifted, thank you for this amazing moment in our lives. Sincerely, the Workman’s

Very unique and delicious dinner. The food was definitely innovative. Pretty to look at and yummy. The service was pleasant and the ambiance relaxed and comfortable. I am not a big seafood eater and I enjoyed the meal beginning to end.

Fabulous ambience and location . Staff super attentive and personal. Degustation was out of this world, amazing. We were s party of 7 and all of the same opinion. Such a memorable experience.

We loved our dinner at Loch Bay. The restaurant was in a beautiful location (although what isn’t beautiful on Skye). Very intimate seating-only six tables. The service was delightful and seamless. Delicious and spectacular courses kept appearing with lovely descriptions from the wait staff. This may be a Michelin star restaurant but it felt comfortable and fun. One surprising dish after another and the presentation was beautiful. Dinner included several items caught in the bay out front that morning. Every single item served was delicious. If you enjoy seafood this restaurant is a very special treat. Thank you for a very memorable dinner.

Very average food for a Michelin star restaurant. Super cosy room with great views, but from of house team don't make you feel comfortable.

The food and service was outstanding. Quietly confident without pomp & stiffness. The background music was great. Added to the unpretentious ambiance. The wine list was good and extremely good value unlike some Michelin establishments. Using local ingredients which haven’t been mucked about with too much to let the flavours shine through. If I lived closer I’d be a regular for sure. Thank you Loch Bay team for a wonderful experience.

Interesting drive to get to the restaurant for sure. The meal was great. Not too much modern cuisine trickery a lot of Michelin star restaurants use nowadays. Just excellent quality and fresh ingredients prepared wonderfully to let the ingredients shine. If I could make two remarks. The wooden benches we sat on were not comfortable for a relatively long dinner. I would have enjoyed a bit more explanation with each wine from our wine pairing.

If you have a seafood allergy or simply dislike fish, read no further because this review is a paean of praise for a chef who prepares shellfish and fresh fish in ways you would never have thought possible. From the freshly baked bread with smoked mackerel butter topped with caviar through the scallops, prawns, mussels, clams, hake, monkfish and baby lobster, every mouthful produces a delicious series of flavours like no other. The restaurant is small and intimate and, on the evening we were there, hosted a truly international clientele. The atmosphere is warm, the service is friendly and the pace is well judged. My main regret is that is so far from our home that we are unable to visit on a regular basis.

Loved it! We were a bit nervous about booking a Michelin starred place and didn’t know what to expect, but when we arrived we were made to feel so comfortable it was like we were in someone’s living room with old friends. I love that the staff are casual in jeans and trainers yet know their stuff. The food was outstanding. Every time I think back I change my mind what my favourite course was. The biggest surprises for me were the oyster pre-starter, because I’ve never enjoyed an oyster before, and the rhubarb tart dessert, because it was just phenomenal! We went for the wine flight and loved the interesting choices, and particularly the white Rioja served with the pot au feu of prawns pairing blew my mind. The French lady serving us was absolutely fantastic, as was the young guy with her. Even the music!! Loch Bay has totally changed what we think about fine dining - in a good way! We will return.

Great food and polite service in a lovely setting. The experience was just missing a few simple finishing touches that you expect from a restaurant in this bracket. We also noted that the courses and wine pairings were not fully described on the menu or when they were brought to the table.

We arrived a little early but that was not a problem at all. The front of house staff made us feel welcome and were attentive. The small dishes, from the tasting menu, were beautifully presented works of art and delicious to taste enhanced by the colours and textures of the dishes placed before us. The restraunt itself is small and intimate. We thoroughly enjoyed our evening and would definitely treat ourselves by going again.

We visited Loch Bay recently for my birthday as I love seafood. Ww booked and paid in advance the £140 per person and were looking forward to our visit immensely. Unfortunately we had car trouble on route and had to walk part of the way in freezing weather and this and the worry re car situation (restaurant is very remote) detracted from the experience which is no fault of Loch Bay, in fact they were helpful, booked us a taxi to get us back to our accommodation, gave us the number of a garage etc and offered to help the next day if required so fair play to the staff. The food itself was lovely and fresh. The textures and flavours were very good. Started with bread with smoked crowdie and caviar. Nice way to start. Then came baked oyster and a small dish of what I think was smoked fish soup, lovely anyway. Then came the scallops. One cured in citrus, the other seared to perfection. A delightful dish. Prawn dish followed the scallops and these were also great. Next up cod, clams and mussels. The cod was perfect and the mussels and clams presented in a razor clam shell. Lobster and monkfish was next and again very nice. Desert followed, I chose the sweet but cheese was an option. The tart was delightful. Truffles rounded off an excellent meal where many of my favourite ingredients had been presented in a beautiful and innovative way by the excellent and well thought of chef. Next was the expensive taxi back and worry about how to sort car in morning but overall a very enjoyable meal, spoiled a bit by the worry of getting car fixed. I'd possibly have marked as a 5 if we had no stress but couldn't fully relax and enjoy as we'd have hoped. We'd like to return some day hopefully. The 140 pounds is steep but it is a lovely experience and if you like seafood you should give it a try.

Lovely small restaurant in a great location that only has 18 covers. Only the tasting menu was available & we were disappointed that the star chef, Michael Smith, didn't pop into the restaurant to meet visitors. Overall, we were glad to have made the journey & will definitely visit again in the near future. Service was excellent, with good timing of each course. The service really showed quality when my partner left both pairs of her glasses in the restaurant on a Saturday night, with them not opening again until Tuesday! We were staying in a Hotel about 10miles away & were very impressed to find them on our table at breakfast the next morning. NOW THAT IS SERVICE

Michelin without the pretentiousness! Impeccable but not over-zealous host. An intimate, small restaurant that doesn’t overcrowd or rush the service. The tasting menu is beautiful and generous sized dishes with substance to them as well as being beautifully presented. This was our second visit and...

Extremely impressed with the creative dishes, freshness of the seafood and wonderful service! It’s a drive but worth it—unforgettable!

The good; The views! The food, which was enjoyable but not up there with the greats, for example the bread was hard and the dessert was easily forgettable. The bad; Some courses were better than others. Whilst the service was pleasant, conversation was a little...

A must for food lovers and seafood enthusiasts! This place is heaven on earth! From the very warm, kind and attentive service to the wine and the incredibly delicious high quality food everything was just perfect. Every dish was beautifully arranged, incredibly tasty and pure...

We hadn't been to Lochbay for several years, but managed to grab the last remaining opening during a recent stay on Waternish. The tasting menu was creative, superbly executed and served by an orchestrated team. Our only complaint was it was just too much food....

This restaurant fully deserves its reputation as an outstanding destination seafood restaurant. Quite frankly, it is the best seafood restaurant my partner and I have ever eaten in. The flavour combinations are surprising, innovative, and amazing to experience - absolutely packed with flavour. We had...

My parents and I visited Loch Bay earlier this month and despite the fact it meant camping - which I am not a fan of - the trip was worth every midgie bite! From the friendly greeting from the front of house staff until we...

This was a a special experience….. The seafood tasting menu was a culinary delight. Even with some dietary restrictions, the chef and his team excelled in providing a dining experience to remember. Small but perfectly formed with friendly attentive staff, you should definitely make the...

A really special place; exquisite food, peerless location, and a wonderful extended-family team who make every effort, with huge grace and kindness, to give diners an unforgettable, delightful experience. Recommended in every way: I cannot praise the place, the people or the food too highly....

Friendly and careful service during an unhurried meal. From the warm baguette to the last amuse Boucher each of many courses was interesting, beautifully presented and tasted great. I had the wine flight and enjoyed the paired glasses . I thought the meal and wine...

We enjoyed an excellent meal at this restaurant. If you like fish you will get a wide ranging and high quality seafood experience with numerous different fish presented in a range of interesting and tasty ways. We didn’t opt for the wine flight as the...

The economic model obviously works for them but it does make you feel a bit of a punter, As the taxi driver mentioned , the fixed taster menu is a remnant of Covid times that remained when they realised that people were happy to pay...

We were lucky enough to get in on a cancellation during our trip and we were so happy for us. This place is amazing and worth the drive from town! Every course was fresh and prepared very well and the wine flight paired even better....

Loch Bay is a tiny restaurant in a beautiful and secluded location. It's very cosey and faces onto the waterfront of Loch Bay, the perfect place to see the sunset on Skye. The service is very friendly, welcoming and efficient. They make you feel right...

Had the most wonderful culinary experience. The fish is exceptional in all the courses and obviously cooked to perfection by Chef Michael Smith. The front of house staff were friendly and knowledgable. Had to take our petit fours in a takeaway tray as we couldn’t...

Over the moon with our visit to this restaurant! When I sent a booking enquiry 4 months prior, I was told you had to fully pay upfront to confirm the booking which was a little daunting, as it's a significant amount... However, it becomes very...

amazing restaurant with really good quality fish staff were lovely and helpful overall a extremely enjoyable evening. would definitely recommend to anyone on skye.

I live locally and am truly grateful to have such a gem nearby. The seafood tasting menu is the best food you could wish for. There is so much variety with every dish hitting the mark in terms of presentation, flavour and complexity. My family...

Excellent dinner consisting of course after course of seafood based recipes as a set tasting menu. All delicious, interesting and beautifully presented. Fantastic, attentive and friendly service.

A really wonderful experience. A warm & friendly greeting on arrival. A inviting little crofters cottage, intimate & cosy. Each dish was truly outstanding & the Kir Royals were the best I have ever tasted.

Located in the beautiful Stein, a delicious tasting menu in a cute intimate restaurant. Highly recommended.

I believe that originally a michelin star was given to restaurants that were worth going out of your way to visit. Was Loch Bay worth a 100 mile round trip on dark unfamiliar roads? Definitely! The welcome was warm, the food was superb and the...

Unfortunately due to illness we were unable to visit. I just wanted to compliment the staff for the easy and efficiency of booking. We also had to cancel at the last minute and the staff could not have been more compassionate and helpful! Thank you...

If you enjoy dining out, great food and seafood is your thing then you just have to visit Loch Bay - it was AMAZING. The entire experience was excellent - the restaurant is very small but has an intimate cosy feel about it (there are...

Booked well in advance and we were not disappointed. The service was very informal and friendly. The food was delicious and served at just the right pace. We were there nearly three hours and can’t fault the place.

Small restaurant with six tables next to the water. Delicious multi course seafood meal - each course a delight. Service and pacing of courses was impeccable.

We booked well in advance of our trip to Skye, it gets booked up far in advance. Tasting menu is the only option in the evening but we would have chosen that anyway, showcasing local seafood/fish. Every course was absolutely delicious and decent size, eg...

Excellent food, exacellent service and excellent atmosphere. We booked in advance of your trip to Skye as part of our honeymoon and so glad we did. It was amazing.

Having planned a visit to Skye only a month prior to travelling we weren’t hopeful of getting a table at Loch Bay, but the opportunity to register for a cancellation served us well and we were fortunate to get a table on a Thursday evening....

We were really looking forward to our visit here and had booked very early (note that payment is taken in advance!). We were promised a menu based upon the daily catch and so it proved. There were many excellent dishes such as the buttered bay...

I booked our table for four 10 weeks in advance, taking a chance that the Covid restrictions would not be re-imposed. This proved to be a sensible move as on our visit we were told that the restaurant was fully booked for the next 4...

When researching our stay on Stein, we were very keen to secure a reservation here and the very helpful and friendly Graeme kept us informed as to when reservations would be available. We had advised of our dislike of oysters and this was taken into...

Beautifully cooked and presented fruits de mer menu. Friendly and attentive front of house. Book very early to avoid disappointment!

The tasting menu was delicious, couldn’t fault it. Each of the six courses were beautifully presented and the service was amazing and so friendly.

Superb food, exquisitely presented. Exemplary service. Beautiful location and charming decor. I would give it 6 stars if I could.

Great food, service and ambiance!! Waiter was excellent and food was excellent. Highly recommend a visit here when coming to Skye. But make sure you book.

We arrived at Loch Bay on a dark and extremely wet drive November evening, mid-pandemic restrictions. We had a perfect evening: The cooking, with fresh local ingredients, including scallops, lobster, hake; was superb; the service friendly and extremely professional. The restaurant itself was warm and...

Skye is defined as much by its waters as its mountains. Peninusulars stretch out providing sandy beaches, rocky bays and sheltered coves. It is an environment that is great for shellfish espcially and at Loch Bay Michael Smith is one of the best at showcasing...

An excellent lunch at the Lochbay, a wonderful restaurant in a beautiful setting. The Fruits de Mer meal on offer showcased the local fish and shellfish to perfection and no corners cut by chef Michael Smith, in spite of the current restrictions, to which staff...

Today we were fortunate to get a table for two and have the tasting menu Fruits de Mer. Absolutely the finest seafood we have ever eaten. Bursting with flavour and beautifully presented. The location of the restaurant is beautiful. The decor lovely. We could not...

Me and my partner had dinner at Loch Bay back in October 2019 and it was one of finest meals we have ever had! The food was exquisite and the service absolutely first class! I urge anyone visiting the beautiful island of Skye to reserve...

A truly excellent restaurant. Michael, the chef and Graeme, front of house, contrived to present a stylish, well-balanced seafood tasting menu with a creative wine flight accompaniment. If you are visiting Skye, don't miss it.

The fruits de mer tasting menu was one of the highlights of our recent Scottish holiday. We initially had some reservations about trying new types of seafood but decided to break out of our comfort zone and we were not disappointed. Graeme's service was personal,...

This restaurant has been providing take out meals for the local community during lockdown and will re-open soon. We have had three meals which were superb; Lamb Kofta, Chicken Tagine and Thai Chicken Curry. What a great service to the local community!

The restaurant is really small and it did feel a bit "close". You have to go for a drink in the local pub because there is no bar here but that is not a problem. The service is very relaxed and friendly. The tasting menu was well executed and very focussed on good local produce.

We were fortunate to be staying nearby as the restaurant is in a fairly remote (but beautiful) location. We were lucky to get a cancellation, after adding our names to the wait list a few days in advance. Would highly recommend booking well in advance if you plan to visit! We were pleased to find the restaurant is fairly informal with a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere and we felt thoroughly welcomed by the team when we arrived. The food was outstanding. We'd love to return the next time we visit Skye.

Whilst it’s out on a limb - you’ll need a car to get there - it’s so worth the visit (but remember Scotland’s strict alcohol laws!)Seafood tasting menu is great and served by knowledgeable staff with an easy welcoming informed manner.A la carte is also focused and satisfying Great wine list though they could perhaps have a “flight” of wines for the tasting menu as it’s a great opportunity to range through some interesting wines.Small and cosy so you’ll need to book- once travel is allowed again.Give Michael and team a lift once restrictions are lifted. Save the drive and stay on Waternish bay - several B&Bs and of course the Stein Inn a short walk away. If you’re lucky the local piper will play for sunset- a life enhancing experience!

Have visited this little gem a couple of times now and simply can't wait to go back again, IMHO by far the best dining experience on the Island, worth the journey in every respect.

A far less formal affair than I expected. Waiters in trainers and a very relaxed atmosphere. Small but with good service and some attention to detail (though some room for improvement in terms of table service maybe). The layout doesn’t lend itself to great serving of plates as I had to be lent over for my husband to be given his meal each course. And having plates stacked up in front of me while trying to chat was a little distracting. The menu was varied and what we had we all agreed tasted very good. Drinks and food were well curated by the waiters and while not exceptional, for the cost, it was a lovely evening.

We loved the seafood tasting menu. Seven courses of heaven. It would be very difficult to choose a standout dish, it was all perfectly cooked and absolutely delicious. Service was professional yet friendly. We would love to eat here again soon.

A small seafood restaurant, overall the food was very good, but the recommended dessert was a bit lacking (I believe it was a variation on sticky toffee pudding, but 2 of us who had it did not really like it), and a couple of the main dishes were also a bit lacking. Not a horrible meal but not a fabulous meal that we had expected. The portions tend to be on the smaller side.

A truly memorable meal, comfortable and friendly with excellent service in a friendly and efficient environment. The seafood speciality was the best we have ever eaten!

Some say that to travel hopefully is better than to arrive. Our journey to the restaurant involved a 90-minute drive in soggy, windy weather; for those not used to driving on single-track roads, this may prove a shock. The car park just beyond the restaurant has adequate space. Stepping into the restaurant was akin to stepping into someone's front room: the restaurant could seat, I estimated, no more than twenty-two diners. The welcome was warm and service prompt.Having made a very good start, the food arrived and our tastebuds soon confirmed that to arrive was well worth while! All three diners in our party enjoyed three excellent courses and we were pleasantly surprised by the bill at the end. The staff were excellent and looked after us faultlessly.Quality of ingredients and taste of the dishes are obviously paramount here. Michelin stars are, rightly, awarded to establishments with a wide range of styles, and I have been fortunate enough to dine at several. The standard of food and service here has certainly merited Loch Bay's first.We'll be back – and we're looking forward to it!

It’s felt like this place is at the end of the world it was quite difficult to get there and it was difficult to get a table but it was well worth it this little restaurant by amazing bay with incredible views and simple yet full of flavor dishes. muscle chowder and the brill were great and so was the overall hospitality of the whole team

My sister and I enjoyed a very special meal here. We opted for the Fruits de Mer five course menu. Each course was beautifully presented, and the flavours were outstanding. My favourite course was the scallops with fennel and citrus fruits, my sisters was the prawn and lobster. The staff were friendly and explained every dish. They have an extensive wine list, and the desserts were sublime. We shared the clootie dumpling and the assiette de desserts which consisted of a selection of tiny melt in your mouth heavenly yumminess! That’s the only way I can describe it. Michael Smith is a genius.

On our recent visit to the island we snagged a table at this lovely, small restaurant. A prix fix menu and fantastic wine list, made for a great dinner.this is an unassuming little spot nestled by the sea. They may have closed for the season now, but catch it when you can.

My wife and I were booked in on the 02/11/2019 at 18:15 however we arrived at 17: 47 we went to the door and it was opened so we went inside hoping to get a seat by the fire, but we were not allowed in and we were told we should go to the Stein Inn for a drink. We sat in the car outside the restaurant and at 17:55 a party of 4 people were allowed in, still before 18:00 hours.

Eines der besten Fischlokale, das ich jemals besucht habe! Weltweit.

We loved our dinner here. Best seafood chowder - small portion - I have ever had. Lobster too was amazing. There were two dishes that seemed to have similar sauces which on a tasting menu seemed like a shame but that is a TINY quibble. Service was warm and both attentive and casual - which worked as a combination. Really fun, delicious, special - but not stuffy - meal.

Michael Smith has a very deft touch. Modern cooking based on classical techniques using the best of local ingredients. It’s the perfect formula for a small, rural restaurant. The food is certainly centre stage here, but not in a showy way. Good value for the quality, and friendly, u unfussy but professional service.

We were based in the Glendale area about 40 minutes away. Booked here as always wanted to go . We came for lunch 2 courses at about £30 or 3 courses for £34. We had the 3 courses and each course has 3 options- 1 which was vegetarian for me. Some bread and scones came with a butter and a mackerel pate to nibble on with tap, still or sparkling water. The water glasses are etched by a local artist and worth an extra look. We had a glass of white wine each at about £8 a chardonnay and a Sauvignon blanc. We had for hubby the Smokey bree a thick rich fish soup, the Loch Bay Bourride (hake and squid) and the Chocolate & amaretti Delice with berries and ginger and lemon ice cream. I had Safron & Rosemary Panisse with shaved fennel and citrus fruit ( so light and tasty), Roast cauliflower with spiced pulses, grains, seeds and tahini dressing ( a orchestra in the mouth) and the Clootie dumpling with whisky cream and custard ( like a cloud and I so want to try the souffle now!). Coffee with shortbread rounded off a superb meal.Highly recommend a trip here and worth the long drive.

It’s always scary taking foodie friends to our favourite restaurant. We needn’t have worried. We opted for the taster menu, which we definitely prefer. Every course was made and prepared with love but without being overcomplicated or pretentious. Difficult to choose a favourite course but the scallops were much discussed. Obviously, the location is amazing but when you step into this restaurant you are entering a place that is incredibly special. Not at all surprised that Michael and his team retained the Michelin star.

Visited her with three friends last month and had a meal to remember, great setting, wonderful food expertly prepared and well worth the 7 hours round trip.

We had the tasting menu option and it was great. Perfect proportions. These tasting menus can be a little overwhelming but this one was perfect. The only thing lacking is a good pastry chef.

We were staying on the opposite side of the island, and our table was late, so getting to and from the restaurant was quite an experience! But once we were there the service, food and general atmosphere were exactly what you'd expect of a michelin star place.

Wonderful meal in a gorgeous little restaurant. We were looked after so well and the fish taster menu was definitely well worthy of the Michelin Star.

We stayed at a B&B; in Hallin. Never thought and expected to have a restaurant that serve great food, personable staff and quaint ambience. Perfect and deserving of a star!

Each time we come to this restaurant we're impressed by the relaxed feel, friendly front-of-house team and the food! From the nibbles with aperitifs to the clootie dumpling everything our group ordered was fresh, deceptively simple and spot on. Just brilliant!

I can't remember when I last enjoyed a meal as much. Everything about this lunch was perfect. Mid week, mid October, wet and windy outside. But inside is a little gourmet haven which you honestly wouldn't expect to find in quite such a remote location. It is so relaxed, no stuffiness at all. Everyone chatting and clearly having fun. Excellent service and brilliant food. It's rare to eat a meal where every course is of the same high standard and every element on every plate is equally successful and delicious.I take my hat off to the chef and thank him for giving me and my husband such a memorable experience. Now all I have to persuade him to do is to give me the recipe for clootie dumpling...!

Throughout the evening my husband kept asking me not to keep repeating the word delicious. So I will sum up the entire experience with the words 'Devine' and 'Exquisite'!

We booked this restaurant well in advance of our annual trip to Skye. Stein is a very picturesque spot and has a quaint fishing village feel.

Great evening and food. We had the late seating at 8.30 pm and arrived on the dot. It was high time in the restaurant and the two waiting staff were curt but polite and asked us to please wait for the table to be re-set. They certainly were juggling serving the dining customers and prepping the free tables for the second turnover, but they remained calm and efficient. Once seated, we did get a friendly apology and a „wee chat“ on our Skye visit. Very professional handling. We had the seafood tasting menu: the quality, creativity and harmony of tastes of each one of the courses was excellent and the Scottish touch was noticable We truly enjoyed the evening - it lived up to our expectation on a Michelin starred restaurant, I highly recommend and look forward to returning on one of our next trips.

We booked our trip to Skye around this restaurant and were not disappointed. The restaurant is small, cosy and unpretentious and deserves its Michelin Star rating. We had the Seafood Taster Menu, which was delicious and beautifully presented. The staff, from the top down, were friendly and professional and, when we mentioned it was a special occasion for us, we were invited into the kitchen to meet Michael. Truly special.

Outstanding meal with exceptional service and incredible backdrop. Delicious menu with amazing local seafood amongst other options. Front of house staff were very pleasant, knowledgeable and professional. A must do for a stay in Skye.

I had booked this place a long way ahead and recommend you do the same. I would also recommend getting a taxi, especially if you are in Portree and your journey is at night. It is in a tiny village at the end of a narrow road. The dining room would hold 20 at the most. The building is an old inn over looking the water at Waternish. Unfortunately our view was spoilt by a little inclement weather.

Menu intéressant, relativement cher quand même pour dire qu’on est dans un endroit un peu paumé ! Le service était moyen (les serveurs devraient savoir qu’il ne faut pas parler trop vite en anglais avec les touristes. Nous avons pourtant un assez bon niveau d'anglais...). Produits de la mer vraiment bons. Lieu sympathique.

We have visited Loch Bay a few times now and have always enjoyed well balanced, beautifully prepared and very tasty meals. Our last visit was no exception with both fish dishes (hake and halibut) simply delicious and showcasing this wonderful fish so well. It remains our favourite restaurant on the Isle of Skye primarily for the food but also the itnimate and friendly atomosphere created in the restaurant.

Absolute Empfehlung auf Skye ist das Loch Bay Restaurant. Das Essen ist sehr lecker und Klasse angerichtet. Das hat natürlich seinen Preis. Aber jeder Gang ist das wert. Klein und fein und super nette Bedienung.

My wife and I managed to squeeze in early evening and I’m so glad we did. I’m a bit suspicious of Michelin food but here it was simply amazing. Both starters were out of this world , the mains were excellent and the desserts were to die for. Service was extremely professional and very friendly. We met Michael after the meal and he’s a cool guy clearly deserving of his success. Such reasonable prices for high high quality. I can not recommend this place enough.

The location of this restaurant alone makes for a wonderful start to the experience. Set down by the Loch in a little terrace of white washed cottages it is a beautiful setting. The establishment itself is small and intimate with around 18 covers. There is a choice of a 5 course taster menu or a 3 course dinner. Each table must all have the same as their other diners. The food is quite simply wonderful and it is not surprising they have been awarded a Michelin Star. A carefully selected wine list to accompany the food just adds to the overall experience. A must if you are visiting Skye.

We have been several times now and I can’t wait to go again. Everything was perfect the service, food and atmosphere. I couldn’t fault anything. 10/10!

if you happen to get hungry while visiting Skye (and Dunvegan Castle) why not stop by the Loch Bay restaurant for dinner?

Had an absolutely fantastic lunch at Loch Bay. Very friendly laid back atmosphere with a real focus on amazing food. Very reasonably priced and a special happy birthday plate for my mums 60th.