Eat & drink your way around Oban & Lorn

Enjoy the Seafood Capital and a Taste of Spirit too

Oban, known as ‘Seafood Capital of Scotland,’ is the place to sample seafood from the coastline of Argyll & the Isles.

From award-winning fine dining to family-friendly gastro pubs to the freshest fish and chips, there's something for all tastes and budgets.

Tuck into a sensational seafood platter while you savour incredible views of the islands.

Oban has some great wee cafés. Kick back with a fresh coffee, enjoy the views and watch the ferries to the Hebrides coming and going.

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Seafood Capital of Scotland

Whether it's seafood, whisky, chocolate or ice cream, our larder is overflowing with delectable edibles!

Oban IS the 'Seafood Capital of Scotland,' so you will find some of the finest seafood in the world here. The secret is the cold, pristine waters that offer up a huge variety of top-quality fish and shellfish, including oysters, mussels, langoustines, prawns, scallops, crab, mackerel, haddock, herring and squat lobster.

The best way to enjoy this bounty is at the source, fresh from the local fisherman and prepared simply, to let nature’s taste shine through. 

Seafood isn’t for everyone, but there are plenty of other goodies to experience. Award-winning restaurants and pubs serve Argyll venison, beef, duck and lamb, in addition to seafood. Varieties of cheese, preserves, fresh produce and smoked goodies round out the quality menu available here. 

And there’s something special about the whisky produced in Oban, the pure water, the pristine environment and the smoky peat combine with skills that have been passed down through the generations to produce world-class beverages. 

From fish and chips on the pier to a Michelin-listed restaurant meal with a view, there is something for everyone’s taste in Oban!

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Julie's Coffee House

Enjoy a warm welcome at Julie’s Coffee House Oban, a highly rated independent café in the town centre on Stafford Street. Popular with both locals and visito...

33 Stafford Street
Oban
PA34 5NH

Tel: 01631 565952

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Ee-Usk

Ee-Usk is a world-renowned seafood restaurant in Oban Scotland. With locally caught, fresh ingredients, we bring you the best seafood dishes in the west...

60 North Pier
Oban
PA34 5QD

Tel: 01631 565666

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The Mantrap

A place whose reputation goes beyond this town, The Mantrap is just a few steps from Oban's main George Street, and is a place for friends to gather for a dr...

2 Argyll St
PA34 5SG

Tel: +44 1631 569599

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The Pokey Hat

Treat yourself at The Pokey Hat Oban, a popular artisan ice cream shop located on Stafford Street in the town centre. Known for its freshly made, in-house ic...

13 Stafford Street
PA34 5NJ

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The Olive Garden

Situated in the heart of Oban, Scotland, between the sea and the railway station, The Olive Garden creates a warm, friendly and relaxed atmosphere with...

Unit 2
9 Railway Pier
PA34 4LW

Tel: 01631 570347

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No 17 The Promenade

Experience stylish coastal luxury at No17 The Promenade, a boutique seafront hotel in Oban offering elegant accommodation with stunning views across the bay....

84 Corran Esplanade
Oban
PA34 5PZ

Tel: 01631 700211

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Roxy's Coffee & Tea House

Relax and refuel at Roxy’s Coffee & Tea House, a welcoming café in the heart of Oban located on Argyll Square. Popular with locals and visitors alike, th...

7 Argyll Square
PA34 4AZ

Tel: 01631 570307

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Kronks

Grab a quick bite at Kronks Oban, a popular deli café and takeaway located on Stafford Street in the town centre. Known for its fast service, friendly staff...

7 Stafford Street
PA34 5NJ

Tel: 01631 358019

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Waterfront Fishouse

Dine with stunning sea views at The Waterfront Fishouse Restaurant Oban, a highly regarded seafood restaurant located on the Railway Pier in the heart of the...

60 Railway Pier
PA34 4LW

Tel: 01631 567415

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Cafe Shore

Enjoy relaxed waterside dining at Café Shore Oban, a popular café located on Station Road near the harbour. Known for its friendly service and welcoming atmo...

80 Station Road
Oban
PA34 4LN

Tel: 01631 563076

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MacGillivrays Seafood

Enjoy fresh, locally sourced seafood at MacGillivray’s Seafood, a popular harbour-side seafood cabin in Oban located on Shore Street near the Railway Pier. K...

3 Railway Pier
PA34 4NT

Tel: 07733 080339

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Cuan Mor

Cuan Mor is the Gaelic translation for Big Ocean, which as you will find from our delightful views across Oban Bay, is where we are located.

Our restaurant a...

60 George Street
PA34 5SD

Tel: 01631 565078

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Local Producers

Don’t miss the Food From Argyll Café at the Ferry Terminal at Oban Pier. This former passenger area has been transformed into a fabulous space serving up local produce and Argyll’s finest foods.

Enjoy coffee, cakes, rolls, soups and hot dishes featuring Argyll produce as their key ingredient to eat in or take away.

Local Producers

Taste and buy wonderful products that are baked, grown, caught, reared, smoked, distilled, cooked and made in Argyll & the Isles.

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Food From Argyll

Food from Argyll is a group of passionate producers striving to bring good food to their customers.

As a co-operative organisation they are working together to achieve common goals and develop the area’s unique natural larder.

Find out more about this Regional Food Group.

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