Where to eat
Food has a way of transcending cultural and linguistic barriers, and it's a universal language that can evoke strong emotions and memories. Whether it's a family dinner, a celebration with friends, or a comforting bowl of homemade soup, food has the power to bring people together and create a sense of community and belonging.
There is a huge amount of choice on offer, but here are some recommendations for you.
Portree
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At the Isle of Skye Candle Co
Restaurant is gorgeous, spacious and the whole building smells amazing! We highly recommend their breakfast roll options plus avocado bagels and great coffee. Staff are super lovely too! Plus their main offering is pizza so great for lunch or dinner. It’s the best pizza dough in the Highlands if not Scotland and toppings are a good mix of Highland fare and traditional. A great place to chill out and enjoy a good read, plus check out their candles and maybe take in a film or performance!
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Central Portree
Great selection of breakfast, lunch and dinner options in a lovely central location, staff always friendly. The café can be busy so make sure you book in advance.
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Central Portree
Great coffee and fabulous mix of breakfast options if you enjoy sour dough, scrambled eggs and capers; a good healthy lunch menu with delicious homemade cakes. If you are looking for a hipster cool place to hang out, you’ll love it! Open from 8am.
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Central Portree
For takeout breakfast rolls, donuts and award-winning scones!
Other parts of Skye
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Torrin
Enjoy incredible scenery while eating one of Alison’s beautiful homemade cakes or for lunch they have a soup menu with one of their very tasty scones.
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Carbost
Another great location! Drawing inspiration from the wild, natural larder that Skye has to offer, Café Cùil uses locally-sourced, sustainable produce combined with traditional ingredients to give its own refreshing take on brunch & lunch.
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Sleat
Isabella and the team at Kinloch Lodge are incredible, you will get a full Highland welcome as you enter through into this ancient family home of Clan MacDonald. It serves lunch and dinner to non-residents so if you fancy a treat don’t look any further. The food is exquisite using local ingredients from their own polytunnels or sourced on the island. Chef Jordan Webb is passionate about creating the very best food experience in a spectacular location. A hotel which feels like home with a whole host of awards and fabulous reviews to boot.
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Edinbane
Scottish cooking at its best, make sure to treat yourself to a table at Edinbane Lodge for casual fine dining set within a historic 16th century hunting lodge. The restaurant was awarded Scottish restaurant of the Year in 2023 at the Scottish Excellence Awards. If you watched The Great British Menu, you will already be familiar with Chef Patron Calum Montgomery. You will need to book in advance to avoid disappointment.
