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Restaurant  - The Loch Ness Inn, Drumnadrochit, Highland

The Loch Ness Inn

4.7
4.7
1148 Reviews
£25 and under
Scottish

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 6 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
The Loch Ness Inn, is a small hotel located in Drumnadrochit, just 1.5 miles from Urquhart Castle and 15 miles from Inverness, the capital of the Highlands.

Our restaurant offers diners the chance to experience the best of local Highland produce, cooked to perfection, in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere. We have a wonderful wine & gin list to accompany your food.

Visit our Brewery Bar and sample our excellent range of local beers and whiskies.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Scottish
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–10:30 pm Opening Time Sat 12:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    01456 450991
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Niall Dunbar
  • Area
    Inverness
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Public transit
    There is a bus stop right outside our entrance.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,148 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Best Overall

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Best Food

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Best Service

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Best Ambience

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Best Value

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Good for business meals

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Child-friendly

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Healthy

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Great for fine wines

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Scottish

  • Inverness

    Best Overall

  • Inverness

    Best Food

  • Inverness

    Best Service

  • Inverness

    Best Ambience

  • Inverness

    Best Value

  • Inverness

    Good for business meals

  • Inverness

    Healthy

  • Inverness

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Inverness

    Vegetarian-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Loch Ness Inn offers "excellent food" and "fantastic service" in a "cozy atmosphere." Guests rave about the "lovely ambience" and "great menu" featuring local Scottish dishes like venison. The "attentive staff" and "welcoming environment" make it a "venue of choice" for both locals and tourists. Highly recommended!

1,148 Reviews
  1. Judith

    Inverness

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Good welcome from staff, friendly attention, very good food in pleasant surroundings.

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  2. Allan

    Inverness

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food - excellent service 10/10. All staff in every department are excellent.

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  3. Lindsey

    Newcastle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We ate at The Loch Ness inn two nights and also had breakfast there. First night we ate in the bar area, there were four of us in our party, we shared some starters and sides which were lovely, second night we ate in the restaurant, my husband and son in law had the steak, cooked to perfection for both of them, I had the salmon with risotto which was so tasty, my daughter had the small fish and chips with mushy peas which were lovely. All of the food is locally sourced. Highly recommend
    The Loch Ness InnResponded on 5 February 2025
    Thank you Lindsey for taking the time to leave a lovely review following both or your meals with us at the Inn. We are delighted to read that you all enjoyed yourselves and hope to welcome you back at some point in the future.

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  4. Lesley

    Inverness

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    lovely ambience in the bar where we ate ,burger was excellent, good gin and excellent whisky choice
    The Loch Ness InnResponded on 31 January 2025
    Thank you Lesley for taking the time to leave a review following your recent dining with us, greatly appreciated.

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  5. William

    Inverness

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Warm welcome on arrival followed by first class service all the way through our meal. A good range of starters, mains and desserts. Our food was presented well but most importantly tasted great.

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  6. Jacqueline

    Inverness

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely place with a nice cosy atmosphere. Good choice of menu. Produce was fresh, well prepared and well presented. Staff were lovely.
    The Loch Ness InnResponded on 31 January 2025
    Thank you Jacqueline, greatly appreciate you taking the time to leave a review.

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  7. Sue

    Inverness

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 12 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The meat was very good quality and not overcooked. Huge Yorkshire pudding and lovely gravy.
    The Loch Ness InnResponded on 15 January 2025
    Thank you Sue for taking the time to leave a review. We are delighted to read that you enjoyed your Sunday Roast with us.

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  8. Charlotte

    Inverness

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 31 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Visited new years eve lunchtime. The 3 servers who tended to us were fantastic. The food was top notch and thoroughly enjoyed. The drinks selection as excellent. The choice of local or Scottish food and drinks was great, and much appreciated as a visitor to the area. Thank you for starting of our Hogmaney celebrations!
    The Loch Ness InnResponded on 4 January 2025
    Thanks for the great review Charlotte, we hope to see you again soon! Have a fantastic 2025!

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  9. Craig

    Inverness

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food, service and setting. Would highly recommend this place.
    The Loch Ness InnResponded on 10 January 2025
    Thank you Craig, greatly appreciate you taking the time to leave a review.

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  10. Jane

    London

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 27 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food, great service and relaxing ambience. Would really recommend this restaurant. The steak and salmon were stand out highlights
    The Loch Ness InnResponded on 10 January 2025
    Thank you for taking the time to leave a review.

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The Loch Ness Inn is rated 4.7 stars by 1148 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 6 times today
Google Map for The Loch Ness Inn

The Lochness Inn, Lewiston, Drumnadrochit, Highland IV63 6UW

Additional information

  • Area
    Inverness
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–10:30 pm Opening Time Sat 12:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Scottish
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Public transit
    There is a bus stop right outside our entrance.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Niall Dunbar
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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