John Wood (6 December 2008)

We had been frequent and regular visitors of the mother ship at Loch Fyne whenever we were holidaying on the West coast. We wanted to fix up an out of holiday visit for my wife's birthday, and came across the Edinburgh branch when looking for a telephone number on the internet. A one hour drive won out over the four hour alternative, and thus we discovered Edinburgh's outlet.

The members of staff can make or break a restaurant. Edinburgh's management need have no concerns on this point. We have been to Edinburgh some five or six times this past year, and have always found them to be cheerful, warm and welcoming with a fine knowledge of what is special that day. If there is a special my advice is to give it serious consideration. Now we trust them and order that without any over-long perusal of the menu. The building could be industrial were it not for the staff. It goes without saying that the food is finely sourced and cooked to excellence. There is a small sale point if you wish to extend the pleasure of eating what they gather. Very good selection of wines - the staff we have tested can advise there as well. All in all, it is a great experience in a relaxed environment, and nicely situated for looking out of the window and seeing what the poor people are doing. Poor as in that they are not inside with you!