Business Details
8 Years
experience
Sustainable Restaurant in Inverness with Locally-Sourced Menus
Established in 2018, our restaurant embodies a deep commitment to sustainability and ethical food practices. We prioritise locally-sourced, seasonal ingredients, working closely with Highland suppliers to create menus that reflect the natural bounty of Scotland. Our team, led by owners Jon and Victoria, has transformed this riverside venue into an energy-efficient space that harmonises modern comforts with environmental responsibility. Through initiatives like composting, recycling, and renewable energy use, we ensure every aspect of our operation supports ecological balance. Our chefs craft dishes that highlight ingredient provenance, employing nose-to-tail and root-to-stem techniques to minimise waste while maximising flavour.With panoramic views of the River Ness, we offer breakfast, lunch, and dinner services alongside speciality Sunday carvery experiences. Our dedication to sustainability extends beyond food to include vegetarian and vegan options, making conscious dining accessible to all. As part of the Glen Mhor Hotel group, we provide integrated hospitality experiences that celebrate Scottish heritage through food, whisky, and service excellence.
Services
Breakfast Service
Lunch Service
Dinner Service
Sunday Carvery
Sustainable Menus
Whisky Pairing
Private Tours
Details
- Year established: 2018
Highlights and features
- We prioritise locally-sourced ingredients from Highland suppliers
- Our menus change seasonally to reflect regional produce availability
- We implement energy-efficient operations and waste reduction practices
- We offer integrated whisky and dining experiences from our onsite distillery
- Our chefs utilise nose-to-tail and root-to-stem cooking techniques
What people say
Efficient and friendly staff
Excellent meal
Gorgeous outside seating
Beautiful food
Good variety
Services
Sustainable Dining
Our restaurant specialises in seasonal menus crafted from locally-sourced Highland ingredients. We work directly with regional producers to ensure ingredient provenance while minimising transportation emissions. Our chefs create dishes that highlight natural flavours through sustainable cooking techniques that reduce food waste.
Whisky Distillery Tours
Guests can explore Scotland's newest urban distillery through guided tours and tastings. Our Discovery Tour reveals whisky-making traditions while showcasing modern production methods. The Master Maker's Tour offers exclusive access to our brewing and distilling processes with expert-led tastings of our artisan spirits.
Sunday Carvery
Our Sunday lunch experience features locally-sourced roast meats and seasonal vegetables prepared using sustainable cooking methods. The buffet showcases classic Scottish dishes with contemporary presentation, offering both carnivorous and vegetarian options while maintaining environmental responsibility.
Private Events
We offer riverside event spaces for special occasions and corporate functions. Our sustainable approach extends to event catering, using seasonal ingredients and eco-friendly presentation. The venue accommodates both intimate gatherings and larger celebrations with panoramic River Ness views.
Nose-to-Tail Cooking
Our culinary philosophy maximises ingredient utilisation through traditional preservation and preparation techniques. This approach minimises waste while creating complex flavours, demonstrated in dishes that use every part of produce, meat, and fish from local suppliers.
Questions
What sustainability practices do you implement?
We use locally-sourced seasonal ingredients, compost food waste, recycle materials, and employ energy-efficient operations across our restaurant and distillery.
Do you offer vegetarian or vegan options?
Yes, our menus include plant-based dishes that showcase seasonal Scottish produce using sustainable cooking techniques.
Can I visit the distillery with my restaurant booking?
Our distillery tours operate separately from restaurant reservations, though both experiences complement each other perfectly at our riverside location.
Are children welcome in the restaurant?
Yes, we have a dedicated children's menu and family-friendly seating areas for guests of all ages.
What are your speciality dishes?
Our Sunday carvery features locally-sourced roast meats, while our seasonal menus highlight the best of Highland produce with contemporary presentation.
Do you have outdoor seating?
Yes, we offer riverside terrace seating with panoramic views of the River Ness in a sustainable outdoor environment.
Reviews (5)
Darren Maclean
Jan 03, 2022
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The service was hostile, awkward, and slow. It took over 2 hours to serve a basic 3-course lunch. When I raised this issue with the manager he said - and I kid you not - "2 hours seems to be very standard." Wow!?! So if you're thinking of eating here you'd better allocate plenty of time. And then there's the food... it barely rose above the level of a school canteen. Maybe the staff were having a bad day (they certainly didn't appear to be enjoying their work) but all-in-all, I felt like I'd been ripped off. This definitely wasn't worth 69 per-person. Never again.
John Keen
Nov 22, 2021
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We have just had a lovely evening meal, in the Waterside Restaurant. Staff were excellent, menu selection was good, highly recommend the cheese board, a well balanced selection of cheeses.
Vanina M.
Nov 03, 2021
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10/10/2021
So lovely , cosy and clean. Staff is helpful and nice, food is lovely, very tasty and wonderful presented. We were only visiting Highlands and dining in for my husbands 40th birthday, but if we come back this will be for sure the place where we are going to revisit. Thank you!!!
So lovely , cosy and clean. Staff is helpful and nice, food is lovely, very tasty and wonderful presented. We were only visiting Highlands and dining in for my husbands 40th birthday, but if we come back this will be for sure the place where we are going to revisit. Thank you!!!
Hazel Birse
Oct 06, 2021
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Lovely food, very friendly staff. Would highly recommend. Good children's menu also. Will be going again next time we are in Inverness
Andy Edwards
Sep 26, 2021
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The food was good but they were clearly short of (experienced) staff. Confused our orders and forgot one person's altogether. On a quieter night with a smaller group it probably be better.
