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 every taste and budget.

From freshly landed seafood to welcoming cafés, independent restaurants and local food producers, Oban is a great place to discover the flavours of Scotland’s west coast. Explore places to eat and drink in Oban and Lorn.

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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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Inverlonan

After nearly 5 years at the iconic River Cafe, then roles as Head Chef at Storico (New York), Goldeneye (Jamaica) and at the Fife Arms (Braemar), Chef Tim Ke...

Inverlonan
Glenlonan
Oban
PA34 4QE

Tel: 07340126221

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Anchor and Steam

Anchor & Steam is a lifestyle store and coffee bar nestled in the heart of Oban. Inspired by coastal living and Scandinavian simplicity, we’ve created a...

7 Albany Terrace
George Street
Oban
PA345NY

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Portsonachan Hotel & Lodges - Cruachan Restaurant and Bar

Situated on the banks of the beautiful Loch Awe, West of Scotland.

19th Century Portsonachan Hotel's Cruachan Restaurant offers a stylish dining room and bar...

South Loch Awe
Portsonachan
Nr Dalmally
PA33 1BJ

Tel: 01866 833224

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Lord of the Isles

At the heart of Craobh Marina, Lord of the Isles is where good food, warm hospitality, and west coast charm come together. Overlooking the marina’s sheltered...

Craobh Haven
By Lochgilphead
PA38UA

Tel: 01852 311092

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The View

The View is located in Oban's town centre, and our popular waterfront terrace and versatile venue has incredible views of the ‘Gateway to the Isles'. We prov...

34 George Street
Oban
PA34 5NL

Tel: 01631569599

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The Kilchrenan Inn

Nestled in the peaceful village of Kilchrenan on the shores of beautiful Loch Awe, just 30 minutes from Oban, The Kilchrenan Inn is a beautifully restored Hi...

The Kilchrenan Inn
Kilchrenan
Taynuilt
PA35 1HD

Tel: 01866833000

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Meg's Scottish Kitchen

Meg’s Scottish Kitchen is a chef-led food business based in Dalavich, on the shores of beautiful Loch Awe. We specialise in homemade Heat & Eat meals, ho...

8 Dalavich
Loch Awe by Taynuilt
PA35 1HN

Tel: 07590676880

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The View

The View is located in Oban's town centre, and our popular waterfront terrace and versatile venue has incredible views of the ‘Gateway to the Isles'. We prov...

34 George Street
Oban
PA34 5NL

Tel: 01631569599

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Auchnasaul Farm

We are a small family farm on the west coast, just 9 miles south of Oban, looking out onto Seil, Luing, Torsa, Scarba, and many more islands! From our small...

Auchnasaul Farm
Ardmaddy
Oban
Argyll
PA34 4GY

Tel: +44 1852 300437

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The Linnhe Storehouse and Cafe

Brought to life by the team behind the nearby award-winning Pierhouse Hotel, hospitality and nourishment are at the heart of The Linnhe. 
Proudly creating a...

The Linnhe Storehouse and Cafe
Portnacroish
PA38 4BL

Tel: 01631 260016

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The Coal Shed Cafe

The Coal Shed opened in October 2025 in the heart of the beautiful Ardtornish Estate on Morvern. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and home baking, it’s a rela...

Achranich
Ardtornish
Morvern
PA80 5UZ

Tel: 01967 421 288

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Hinba Coffee Roasters

After travelling the world we decided to come back to our roots on the West Coast of Scotland, to follow our passion for coffee, which we developed during ou...

62 George Street
Oban
PA34 5SD

Tel: 07956 734913

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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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