Applecross Inn

Inn · Highland ·

Applecross Inn

Inn · Highland ·

Stellar local seafood, bay views, cosy bar, beer garden

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Shore St, Applecross, Strathcarron IV54 8LR, United Kingdom Get directions

@afar

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"With attic dormers facing the sea, the whitewashed Applecross Inn is a quintessential Highland retreat—and an excellent spot for a meal throughout the day. Run by Applecross resident Judith Fish, the inn features seven well-appointed guest rooms but is best known for its restaurant, where guests can enjoy local seafood like prawns, crab, lobster, oysters, smoked salmon, and the specialty whitefish. The restaurant's focus on regional ingredients even extends to the ice cream, which comes from a nearby artisanal producer. Food is available from noon until 9 p.m., and guests can choose to eat either in the dining area, equipped with a peat-burning stove for colder months, or the outdoor beer garden in warmer weather."

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Applecross Inn

@michelinguide

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"Take the scenic route over the hair-raising, single-track Bealach na Ba, with its stunning views, super-steep gradient and hairpin bends, to reach this remote inn with its friendly service and a bustling atmosphere. Dine on the freshest of seafood, often caught within sight of the door. And keep an eye out for wild deer too!" - The MICHELIN Guide UK Editorial Team

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Applecross Inn

@cveronis00

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Applecross Inn

g t

Google

Lovely old pub in a stunning,remote location. I had half a session ale and enjoyed a couple of starters of langoustine and scallops. Both fresh and tasty as you’d expect. Service was great. You’ve got 2 options to get there and back, one over the pass and the other,which is slightly longer but easier going. Lovely stop which I highly recommend. 🏔️ 🍻 🦐 🦞 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Pete J.

Google

It’s the only pub in the village and it shows. Not a lot of effort goes into seemingly anything. Booked a table months in advance because we were staying at the nearby campsite. Arrived in plenty of time to perhaps grab a drink before eating. Was told that we had to drink outside due to the lack of room which wasn’t an issue because the weather was fine although quite cold. It was over half an hour after our booking before we were allowed inside. Once seated on the stools we could thaw out and order. I had the scallops which were okay but under seasoned. My main was the monkfish, which came out looking like a kids meal of chicken nuggets. The fish was in very oily batter and the oil took away the taste of the fish. I guess the chef had a day off and the cleaner had a go at cooking. Certainly one of the poorer meals I’ve had in quite a while. The food truck outside which if I’d had known about it beforehand I wouldn’t have booked, smelled great and looked good too at a fraction of the price.

Richard S.

Google

The first thing to mention is the drive to the Applecross Inn, which is absolutely spectacular. Travelling along the Applecross Pass is an experience in itself — the road, scenery, and panoramic views are simply breathtaking and set the tone perfectly for what’s to come. On arrival, the staff were friendly, welcoming, and attentive throughout our stay. The service was excellent and had a genuine personal touch that made us feel right at home. The food was delicious and clearly home-cooked, with generous portions and a real focus on quality and freshness. Every meal we had was full of flavour and beautifully presented. The rooms were comfortable, very clean, and provided everything needed for a relaxing stay. After a long day exploring, it was the perfect place to unwind. I would highly recommend visiting the Applecross Inn. Whether you’re there for the food, the views, or simply to enjoy a peaceful break in a stunning part of Scotland, it’s a place well worth the journey.

Lauren

Google

Wow! Whilst there isnt a lot of competition around given the remote location, this pub still clearly prides itself on making sure the service and quality it provides to its customers is still top notch! My husband and I ate here today and it was truly incredible. The service was instant, polite and welcoming, we didnt have to wait for anything despite them being quite busy and the food was sensational. The best sticky toffee pudding ive ever eaten (and I've had a fair few in my time!). Worth the money, worth the trip and worth a revisit! Dont miss this. The setting is also stunning looking out onto the sea and the staff ever helped us with recommendations on our route. Fabulous all round! Made our day!

Rob B.

Google

They win for the location and no competition for sure. I’ve eaten here a few times always eating seafood which is yes great. This time we ordered the steak pie, well jeez. Hardly any meat, watery gravy and peas literally like bullets. The kids had chicken nuggets which were dark brown batter. If you want seafood the fine if you want anything else don’t bother. When we fed this back when paying the bill, the waiter simply said “I didn’t cook it”. For that we will not return.

Jacqueline D.

Google

This was our final stop on the NC500 journey for myself, husband, son and daughter in law. We had booked weeks in advance and glad we did otherwise would not have got a table. We arrived slightly earlier than our 7pm booking and staff welcomed us very warmly but explained our table wasn't quite ready but we could order a drink at the bar. Once seated, the staff were very efficient and soon took our order. King prawns, scallops, monkfish, sea chowder and steak all absolutely beautiful, could not fault any of it. The prices are a little high but as the only pub in Applecross you don't hv much choice. This is a lovely warm welcoming place, a lovely old pub and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

Paul M.

Google

Arrived after the storm. We didn’t stay, but speaking with guest. The rating was good. There was a great menu/ drinks options. Staff were amazing. Dealing with us customers. Great banter. Can’t wait to visit again when the weather is better

Keith P.

Google

Prior to our road trip incorporating the NC500, we asked of other motorhome owners who live in Dumfries where is the best monkfish restaurant in Scotland? Immediately booked a table. We started with the Hagis in Drambuie, delicious and something different. The monkfish was delicious in both forms ie battered and pan fried. Friendly staff. The Red beer was super. Highly recommend.

Brian L.

Yelp

Come here for the amazing seafood offerings. So much to choose from, but I went with the crab salad appetizer and the fish pie. The crab salad with mango was to DIE for. I'm not usually into mixing fruit with savory food, but they did it to perfection and I could have definitely eaten an entire bowl of just that mix for my entree. The fish pie was good as well, hearty and filling.. so many dishes I wanted to try! Staff was wonderful. Worth a detour for lunch.

Kristin H.

Yelp

The food here is amazing, and if you sit outside the views of the Isle of Skye are unbelievable. The menu is on the wall inside, and on a crowded evening shouldering your way in and picking something off the menu can be frustrating. Once you place your order your worries will fade away though, as you enjoy the view and dine on stellar seafood. It's also fun to see all of the people who end up here--it's a stopover for a lot of folks on roadtrips--great people watching!

Stephen D.

Yelp

This really is a fantastic Inn, it's rustic and real with phenomenal seafood locally caught and served simple, as it should be. Judith Fish is the owner and over the last 32 years she has built a fantastic team. Covid has really restricted the tables available so make sure you book well in advance. Not our first time there and it won't be our last. 5 star + all day long

Lucy B.

Yelp

The Applecross Inn provided a welcome break after our brave/foolhardy adventure traversing the Applecross Pass in a motorhome. It's right on the seafront, and on a good day, it would have been an absolutely stunning setting. The day we were there, it was horizontal rain and blowing a gale, so we hurried inside. The inside is cosy and traditional, and we were given a warm welcome by the friendly bar tender. We'd only popped in for a drink, so I can't comment on the food, apart from saying that it smelt as though there may be a lot of seafood on the menu. The gin selection was impressive, and I happily chose a Gordon Castle, which you don't see in many places. And bonus - fee wi-fi! Having not had signal for hours, this was very welcome as we could upload photos, check online maps and such. I'd have worked my way through a few more of their gin selection, but we had places to get to, so off we went.

Jessie H.

Yelp

Excellent food, amazing service. Try the mango crab salad appetizer. My first experience with Haggis was even delicious! The fish and chips are the best I've ever had and I have travelled all over the UK. Definitely recommend!!! Oh, also the BEST sticky toffee pudding and a new one for me-the Cranekin. Must try.

Bariatric Runner X.

Yelp

A B&B located in beautiful Scottish highlands on Applecross bay and with views of Isle of Skye. We did not stay at the inn but had lunch here. The food and service was very good and pricing was moderate. The local lamb stew was excellent and homemade soup was as good. Homemade ice cream was outstanding. The selection of beers, wines and Scottish whiskies was excellent. Worth the hard drive to just to eat here. Next time we plan to stay at the inn.

Danielle C.

Yelp

We had a lovely visit to Applecross and had our lunch at the Applecross Inn. It's an absolutely charming place and the food was SO delicious. One of our party had the langoustine lobster for lunch which is caught fresh by the proprietor of the Inn! Well worth a stop if you are lucky enough to find yourself in the Highlands!