Places to eat out in Oban and Argyll

Nories Fish & Chips - the local’s favourite! Third generation family business and Oban’s oldest. The only place in Oban where you can buy traditional locally caught fish & chips, tray wrapped in good old fashioned paper. Haggis, black or white puddings, home-made pizzas and much mor to suit every taste & pocket. Open 7 days 12 - 2 and 4 - 11.30 June to Sept. Closed Sun rest of year. George St.T: 01631 563736 (Map Grid B2)

McTavish’s Kitchens. Restaurant with Scottish shows, (May to Sept), featuring traditional Scottish music & dance, including Fiddle & Piping, with songs in both Gaelic & English. An extensive menu with local and Scottish seafood, beef, lamb and vegetarian dishes. Self service restaurant open all year, with  popular children’s menu available at all times. Tel:01631 563064 34 George St. Oban.
 (Map Grid Ref:C2)

The Spinnaker Café, The Spinnaker Café - Oban’s first choice café for locals and visitors alike. Excellent upper floor views across Oban Bay and cosy open fire. Whether it’s a cup of tea, coffee, scones, bacon roll, full breakfast or hearty home-cooked meal, they are all freshly prepared. High teas 4.30pm - 6.30pm. Open 7 days (summer) 8am - 8pm and 9am - 5pm winter. Lift to 1st floor. 28 George Street. Tel: 01631 569555 ( Map Grid: C2)

The Wide Mouthed Frog   - award winning seafood restaurant. A well deserved reputation for quality, creative cuisine. Dine formally or informally, or stop by for a drink and enjoy the stunning view across Dunstaffnage Bay to the castle.‘The Frog’ appeals to locals, sailors and holidaymakers alike. New chandlery and fine food shop now open. Boat dealership, storage and moorings. Open 9am-late. Tel: 01631 567005. Enquiries@widemouthedfrog.co.uk
www.widemouthedfrog.co.uk. 3mls north of Oban.

Shower of Herring Restaurant. In the heart of Melfort Holiday Village 30 mins south of Oban at Kilmelford. This peaceful and relaxing oasis offers great food all made on the premises by the chef/proprietor. Open daily 12.30 to 2.30pm & 6 to 11pm, closed all day Tues(& Wed in winter). 2/3 course traditional Sunday lunch. Light lunches Mon to Fri. Quality a la carte with daily changing specials.
Tel: 01852 200345

Soroba House Hotel - tucked away just outside Oban, but so tranquil it feels a million miles from anywhere! A great place to bring the whole family. Extensive menu served 12 - 9pm to suit all tastes and budgets. Pool table and SKY TV in the bar to watch all the major matches. Accommodaion also available - please enquire. Telephone: 01631 562628, Soroba Road (just south of Oban town centre)

Oban Bay Hotel & Spa. Enjoy a warm welcome and relaxing start to your holiday. Feel the stresses and strains disappear in our soothing spa which is open to guests and non-residents all year. We are renowned for serving delicious food in stylish surroundings. Our restaurant is complemented by a comfortable lounge from which to enjoy drinks as you take in the gorgeous views. Corran Esplanade. T: 0870 9506273 (Map Grid B1)

The Melfort Mermaid on the shore of Melfort Village, serves delicious, well priced freshly cooked, local food. Ample parking, 100% disabled friendly. Children of all ages very welcome. Superb views, ideal base for hill-walking, cycling and visiting the gardens. Arrive hungry leave happy. Open 7 days, all year from 10am to 10pm. Fully licensed. Tel: 01852 200324. www.mellowmelfort.com. A816, 20m S of Oban.

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