Sugar Boat

Service was appalling . There were only 5 tables occupied in the restaurant but service so slow , items forgotten . I had a starter portion of pate . £11 . Had 4/5 small Italian type crackers that nearly broke my teeth . No salad just a small bit of chutney with two big lumps of carrott in it ! Went in the kitchen shop and there were things we would have liked to buy but no prices on anything in a big area of glassware . Will definitely not be back - very disappointing for us all .

Food was excellent tasting although minimal on the plate. Prices are extortionate for the amount you get. £23 for a burger on its own not including any fries, side salad or accompaniments is simply crazy. Won't be back due to crazy markups.

We sat at the Bistro (dinner for 2), light breeze, excellent and very tasty specials. Squeed was so fresh and spicy, and even burger was made with care. Service was very good. Would definitely recommend to pay a visit worth the drive:)

Lovely restaurant. Great service and food. Really nice homemade ginger beer and lemonade for those not drinking, but also a fantastic wine list and beers on. Really good with the kids, too, with a good kids menu. Highly recommended.

Had lunch twice and drinks another time. Delicious sandwiches and soup. Warm welcoming atmosphere, very clean and very attentive staff. Child and dog friendly spaces.

So far the best stay in Scotland - Rooms above Sugar Boat! It is newly renovated, amazing design. Very comfortable bed. People are so kind and helpful! There is a tea, freshly ground coffee for the french press and cookies. Also a welcome present touched us! Restaurant - great modern menu which is so yummy!

I went with a friend for lunch and was really disappointed. Vastly overpriced! We both ordered cullen skink and got no fish in it, it was mostly cubed potatoes although my friend found a big bone in hers. We both ordered caesar salad, mines consisted of what seemed like a whole lettuce with 36 greasy burnt croutons (I counted them) which I left and some grated Parmesan. 6 bits of chicken was extra. Our coffees weren’t hot enough and half the cup was froth. I asked for some salt and pepper (nothing on the table) and eventually got it myself. The waitress was mundane and couldn’t even crack a smile. Our bill came to £68.10!!! Absolutely shocking for a cafe meal. I’ve kept the receipt to remind me of my nightmare lunch and would NEVER eat there again!

I chose to book this in March for a special anniversary meal based on a meal I had on my own previously which was very good. On the evening I went with my wife there was obviously a different chef on because the meal was very sub-standard and the young girls serving didn't have a clue what they were doing. I spent around £150 and did not get good value. I won't be back.

We stayed at Sugar Boat for a few nights in July 2023, right after they opened up the room upstairs for travelers, and had a good experience. The rooms are decorated with a very modern look and spotless clean, albeit a wee too small. What was really convenient was the restaurant downstairs where we ended up having most of our meals. The food was delicious with great wine pairings. Breakfast was a bit underwhelming with a considerable lack of good service if compared to the other meals.

Food beautifully prepared and as a plus very tasty. Staff friendly and helpful. Outside seating adds to the atmosphere

The food was awesome and the service was good. The ambiance are great since we we ate outside.

My favourite place in Helensburgh for lunch or dinner. Superb quality menu and I never get dissapointed. Beautiful presented food which makes this place my favourite. Friendly, cheerfull staff, highly recommended 5 star. Will be back!

Accidentally came across this lovely little restaurant last week. Small but comfortable with a lovely atmosphere. Staff super friendly with delicious food. Thoroughly recommend.

Amazing food and drinks in a trendy but comfortable atmosphere. To start our party had drinks around the giant marble bar, the bartenders made amazing cocktails and were flexible with making drinks to taste. Mixologist quality without the mixologist attitude. Dinner was the same sort of experience, excellent food and service with a low key, unpretentious presentation. Would love to return some day.