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Spectacularly located beyond Britain’s highest mountain pass, this pub overlooks Skye. Local seafood is served, and there is music some evenings.

A legendary haunt of walkers, this hotel offers a wide range of food but is best known for its bar – as essential to Highland trekkers as a first munro.

Fresh seafood is served, a panoramic loch view and generous helpings. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and the service efficient.

Another luxurious hotel dedicated to the highest refinements of eating and drinking. Monkfish and scallops with a courgette noodle stew sets the impeccable standard.

A simple dining area offering light meals at Inverness’s vibrant theatre. Bright and breezy for lunch or pre-theatre meals.

Many culinary awards have been bestowed upon the restaurant of this prestigious hotel. Three dining rooms, a lavish set menu (Modern British cuisine) and a lengthy wine list.

Conscientiously organic, devoted to sourcing local ingredients, a member of the “Slow Food” movement and with its own smokehouse, this little restaurant has earned a big name. Awarded Rural Chef of the Year 2003 (see Old Pines, Spean Bridge) .

A no-choice set menu “strives for perfection” and frequently succeeds. Advance bookings only, and vegetarian dishes by arrangement. Gourmet dining in a spectacular setting.

Hotel-restaurant-bar and vibrant entertainments venue. Everything from a snack to a feast, plus live music and dance aplenty.