Fiddlesticks Restaurant and Bar

REALLY good and impressive food. I found this when I needed some dinner as a tourist in the area. I had no idea it was this nice. I just quickly saw good reviews and pics. I arrived b4 dinner time but ordered a mulled cider in the bar and it was yummy. I then was seated for dinner and had an amazing special of tuna and a mixture of delectables that I wouldn’t have expected to accompany the tuna but the combination of tastes was amazing. I then had the plum compote with lavender and was it lemon? Sorbet and it was also very good. Very nice atmosphere too. Highly recommend but get a reservation!

Delicious food and quality service made this a lovely experience to celebrate our wedding anniversary. Sam was welcoming, friendly and attentive to our needs. Our table was close to a larger group who were loud and having a great time, but that was the only slight negative. We will definitely be back and would highly recommend this restaurant, as they also have lots of Gluten Free options.

The food is not exceptional. The lamb shoulder is quite nice, but the portion is really small. I do not recommend sharing. I do like the chicken salad in the photos; I can’t remember the name, but it's good for dinner.

A restaurant that doesn’t quite get it right. Our lunch began with an Espresso Martini, which unfortunately, the waiter managed to jolt and she placed it down and spilt the cocktail all over me. I get that accidents happen, but the cocktail was not replaced with another despite now being less full than intended, and no gesture or discount on the bill! Not good service, and I now have a coffee stained top. For the actual lunch, we opted for a main and dessert. The risotto was pleasant, the brioche bun for the burger had to be replaced with focaccia as ran out of buns, but sadly the fries were very dry and crispy. The meal finished more positively, with two tasty desserts, but overall, customer service needs uplifting and food execution to be improved.

Easy location just opposite the Art Gallery. Good service and comfortable environment. Foods are well represented and tasty. Especially lunch special is very valuable and worth trying. Recommend!

Nice, cozy restaurant with friendly staff and great food. I tried the polenta fries with mushrooms ketchup which were delicious and the lamb shank. Both amazing and rich of taste. Wine selection is quite wide with some really good vintage grapes. Prices are in the mid range. If I could make a suggestion I would suggest to add the cheesecake to the dessert selection. But when back to the edge of the world I will definitely come back.

TL;DR Well-executed daily specials and great service make Fiddlesticks a solid dining choice. Slightly too dark indoors and not the most convenient in wet weather due to parking. Full review Food: The daily specials were a highlight. The porchetta was flavourful and well-prepared, while the fish of the day—served with smoked salmon risotto—was an unexpected but very welcome pairing. The balance of textures and flavours in both dishes was spot on. Service: Service throughout the evening was attentive, professional, and well-paced. Staff were knowledgeable about the menu and made thoughtful recommendations without being intrusive. Ambience: The interior leans toward the moody and atmospheric, but it was a tad too dark for comfortable dining. A little more lighting would have helped showcase the food and create a more inviting environment. Accessibility: Not the most wet weather–friendly location. Parking nearby was limited and somewhat difficult to navigate in the rain, so be prepared for a short walk if the weather turns. Would I return? Yes—for the quality of the food and service. A great option if you’re prepared to overlook the minor inconveniences in ambience and access.

Had the most delicious lunch with my husband yesterday. He ordered the special T-bone steak ($25 was great value) and I had the market fish. Husband said the steak was cooked perfectly and really good. My gurnard and all the trimmings was very delicious. Thankyou so much will be back again soon.!