Orkney Isles Bars & Restaurants
A selection of restaurants and places to eat in the area which are recommended by the HarbourGuides.com team.
Restaurants
Built on a commitment to using the finest local produce, including beef, seaweed-fed North Ronaldsay mutton, fish, shellfish and much more – our talented head chef, Lorna Reid, creates dishes that are light, elegant, yet full of flavour.
Our restaurant also has the largest wine list offering the widest, highest quality choice in Orkney. Supplied by Kirkness & Gorie.
Cafes
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Located within Wellpark Garden Centre in Kirkwall, Orkney we have a coffee shop called the Willows Coffee Shop. The Willows is a modern coffee shop which has gained an excellent reputation since opening early 2004.
We pride ourselves in using Fresh Local Produce whenever possible. In 2004 The Willows won the Taste of Orkney Best Lunch Award and in 2014 the Taste of Orkney Special Award for Continued Excellence.
We have a large menu offering a selection of paninis, bagels, wraps and salads with a large range of home bakes fresh everyday, made on site by our experienced bakers.
We are open 7 days, all year round.
We are open Mon - Sat 10am - 4pm (Serving hot food until 3pm)
Sunday 12 noon - 4pm (Serving hot food until 3pm)
Disabled Access is available.
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Restaurants
Our restaurant offers a variety of options, using local produce where possible, ranging from light bites to a three course meal. The Lounge Bar is family friendly with children's menus available and a toy box to keep them entertained. Lunches and Evening Meals are available daily.
If you have any special dietary requirements please ask our staff for information.
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Cafes
W I Rendall is a general store with a café, in Pierowall village, Westray.
The shop supplies groceries and hardware to the island of Westray.
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Delicatessen, Off Licence, Provisions, Retail Outlets, Something Special, Takeaway Food, Yacht Hampers
The Brig Larder provides fine food and personal service, helping you to enjoy the best produce Orkney has to offer, right in the heart of Kirkwall town centre. We are committed to supporting local producers and to showcasing Orkney's premium products, alongside speciality foods from further afield.
Our unique offering is designed to meet the needs of a discerning public, who want high quality, fresh food from reliable, traceable suppliers. We are passionate about high quality food, blending the best of traditional and modern production methods. We hope you share our enthusiasm and help us to support Orkney's local producers.
The Brig Larder can be found at: 1 Albert Street Kirkwall KW15 1HP 01856 873146
Food Truck
Discover the true taste of the Orkney Islands at Loki Seafood Shack, a must-visit culinary stop located at the Garson Food Park in Stromness. Run by two experienced chefs, this popular shack is dedicated to championing the freshest, most sustainable local seafood, serving creative, restaurant-quality dishes in a casual, takeaway format for you to enjoy by the water or in the great outdoors. Their menu is an ever-changing celebration of the day's catch, featuring everything from succulent Orkney crab salads and chilled culinary delights to inventive hot dishes that put a modern, "mischievous" twist on the hard work of local fishermen. Stop by for wet fish sales, or grab a creative dish that makes the finest produce from the crystal clear Orkney waters accessible to all.
Bars & Inns
The Bothy Bar provides a cosy atmosphere for unwinding and catching up with friends.
Traditional Orkney ales, whiskies, soft drinks and coffees are all available all day. Come along and look at memorabilia of by-gone days or join in with the local musicians who feature regularly on Sunday evenings. Bothy Bar over 18s only.
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Private Functions, Food Delivery, Restaurants, Takeaway Food, Wifi
Indian Garden restaurant is one of the best Indian.
(INDIAN GARDEN RESTAURANT AND TAKEWAYS AUTHENTIC CUISNE,DELIVERY SERVICE AVAILABLE,10% discount on order over £20,if you collect .open 7 days a week :(including bank holiday)
4pm - 11.00 pm.37 juction road,kirkwall,kw15 1ag.
tel:(01856)875575,877899 or 878007.
www.indiangardenkirkwall.com
you can bring your own alcoholic drinks -no corkage charge
special wednesday night(for inside restaurant menu) all for £11.95
you may choose from:one starter-one main dish-one side dish-rice or nan(extras or king prawan will be charged extra)
Special menu on a Wednesday all for £11.95 see website under menu.
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Entertainment
RAPTURE
A nightclub on two levels, with a dancefloor and bar on the ground floor and a bar with relaxed booth seating upstairs. High spec sound and lighting gives you the best possible experience and compliments the big hits, dance classics and best new music from our resident and visiting DJs. Our mural on the wall at the entrance to the club is the perfect opportunity to get those all important pics for the socials.
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Address: Rapture Nightclub, 11 Bridge Street, Kirkwall, KW15 1HR
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Cafes, Catering, Takeaway Food, Yacht Hampers
Hi! I’m Georgie and I’ve owned Birsay Bay Tearoom for more than 10 years. It has been a passion project from the beginning. We aim to make the most of Orkney’s wonderful produce, serving hearty homecooked food to visitors and locals.
We specialise in baked sweet treats like cakes and tray-bakes. We love how our baking puts smiles on people’s faces.
I look forward to seeing you next time you take a trip to Birsay.
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Catering, Food Delivery, Off Licence, Online Shopping, Provisions, Retail Outlets, Something Special, Takeaway Food, Yacht Hampers
Jollys of Orkney have served premium quality fish and shellfish to Orkney for almost 60 years. We also offer a wide range of other popular Orkney products, such as cheese, meats, oatcakes, biscuits and Orkney Hampers.
Today, the company remains a family owned business, owned by Orcadians George and Anne Stout. It is still thriving, and continues to use traditional methods in this modern age, such as smoking fish in their own kiln, as well as filleting fish and preparing shellfish by hand.
As well as our main shop at Hatston, you can also visit us in our fantastic Kirkwall deli, The Brig Larder and browse through a large range of our fish produce as well as a selection of Orkney Fudge, Cheese, Oatcakes, Meat and more.
Please browse our website for a flavour of Orkney which can be yours at the touch of a button. There's free UK delivery on all orders over £20, so go on, what are you waiting for!
Bars & Inns, Cafes, Entertainment, Takeaway Food
Traditional Bar Menu Served All Day - we have lighter meals, gluten free, dairy free and vegetarian/vegan friendly options available.
Our bar is open all day until late and we also have takeaways available!
Enjoy music from our digital jukebox, have a tune on one of our instruments or maybe we will have live music from local musicians on the go when you visit - we are a relaxed bar but we can be lively!
We have a wee conservatory that can be booked for customers needing a private or quieter area.
American Diner, Bars & Inns, Private Functions, Restaurants, Wifi
Busters American style Kirkwall diner offers a varied menu which includes options for kids and a well stocked bar which offers traditional Orkney beers.
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Fish Specialist, Restaurants
On Wednesday and Saturday nights "JACKS" our fish and chip shop will be open 4.30pm to 7.30pm for takeaway. We will be serving a large selection of fish plus all the regular local chip shop items, according to season and availability. We are also proud to offer 'Betty Humes' mince patties, handmade on the premises.
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Bars & Inns, Private Functions, Entertainment, Restaurants, Wifi
Helgis design takes inspiration from Orkney’s Viking past, a traditional pub with a slate floor and wooden panelled walls, it’s small but perfectly formed. The ground floor bar is well stocked with draft and bottled beers, wines and spirits plus a good selection of malts. Helgi's is strictly over 18's only.
Helgi’s Head Cook and his team serve quality comfort food of the home cooking variety, using as much local produce as possible.
Meals are available daily from 12-9pm Mon–Sat and 12.30-9pm Sundays.
Helgi's is strictly over 18's only.
Accepted forms of ID - Passport or European Driving Licence.
For those not holding either forms of ID - please contact us prior to your visit.
We offer free wi-fi.
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Bars & Inns
Drop anchor after a day on the waves and steer towards The Auld Motor Hoose in Kirkwall, a truly unique and friendly pub that has been repeatedly named the CAMRA Northern Isles Pub of the Year. Drawing on its original life as a garage, this bar has wholeheartedly embraced its heritage, transforming into a motor-themed marvel where every corner is packed with fascinating motoring memorabilia and vintage car parts. The cozy, cluttered interior offers a warm welcome, providing a favourite meeting place for both spirited locals and curious visitors exploring the Orkney capital.
The Auld Motor Hoose is the perfect place to refuel, offering a great selection of drinks, including local cask ales like Swannay Brewery's Scapa Special, along with a wide range of quality spirits and lagers. The atmosphere is vibrant and full of life, typically fuelled by rock classics blasting from the jukebox and frequent live music sessions—it’s even one of the main venues for the Orkney Rock Festival. Whether you are a classic car enthusiast, a rock fan, or simply looking for a quality pint in a lively and welcoming Orcadian pub, make sure The Auld Motor Hoose is on your list of essential shore stops.
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Accommodation
Savor the true taste of the islands at the Harbour View Restaurant, located within The Kirkwall Hotel, where stunning views across Kirkwall's bustling harbour perfectly complement an exceptional dining experience. Our talented chefs create delicious menus for both lunch and dinner, focusing on the finest, freshest local Orkney produce—from hand-dived scallops to succulent local meats—ensuring every dish is a culinary journey through the archipelago. Whether you are seeking a hearty Orcadian breakfast, a quick snack, or a relaxing evening meal in a professional yet relaxed atmosphere, the Harbour View Restaurant is the premier destination to revive and restore your spirits after a day at sea or exploring the mainland.
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Bars & Inns, Entertainment, Private Functions, Restaurants, Wifi
Step into the liveliest spot on Kirkwall's harbour front at Skippers Bar, the popular public bar attached to The Kirkwall Hotel, which is a favorite among both locals and visitors. This is the ultimate casual venue to relax, enjoy a great selection of Orkney ales and whiskies, and catch all the big live sports action. With a friendly atmosphere, pool table, and a delicious light menu, Skippers Bar provides a relaxed setting where you can grab a tasty bite, enjoy a proper drink, and soak up the authentic harbourside craic.
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Restaurants
We provide good home cooking to suit all tastes with varied and special diets catered for, the hotel restaurant uses locally sourced ingredients and fresh vegetables from our own garden wherever possible.
Fish, local shellfish and Orkney beef are all well renowned for their melt in the mouth flavours and are provided on our menus. Fresh homebakes and special dishes are provided each day.
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Bars & Inns, Entertainment
Torvhaug is one of the liveliest and most modern bars in the heart of Kirkwall's pub scene on Bridge Street. Known for its welcoming and vibrant atmosphere, it is a popular spot for both locals and visitors looking to socialize. The bar offers a wide selection of drinks, including local whiskys, gins, and Swannay ales, alongside an extensive coffee menu. It features comfortable seating, a popular jukebox, and an upstairs area that occasionally hosts live music events and discos, making it a perfect spot for catching up with friends or having a lively night out in the Orkney Islands.
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Restaurants
Our fish and shellfish are locally sourced from our own boats. Experience seafood as fresh as it gets.
Landed daily, our specials menu features the very best of the seafood sourced in the waters surrounding the Orkney Islands.
Address: The Murray Arms Hotel & Seafood Restaurant, Back Road, St Margaret's Hope, Orkney, KW17 2SP
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01856 831205
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