The Boat Bistro - Highland

We pulled in for a bite to eat and were very happy we did so. Very relaxed atmosphere and the food was really good. Very generous servings. Would come again.

Very poor service. Order of 1 bottle red wine and 1 pint lager jug of tap water received alcohol but no tap water. Food order 2 soup and sandwiches 1 sandwich 1 soup sandwich and 2 sandwiches arrived we said it was 2 soup sandwiches and 1 sandwich waiter apologised and brought soup with side order of bread. As soon as food eaten and no further order he said he’d bring bill even though we still had half a bottle of wine to drink. He did bring bill and card reader giving little time to check bill. Member of party stated not happy to pay added gratuities on alcohol but didn’t try to rectify this. Finally checked bill at home to find we had been charged for soup and sandwich separately not soup and sandwich deal extra £7.00. Unpleasant experience and will not return.

We stayed there for 2 nights and had dinner there both, and on lunch. Very good and imaginative dishes. Very busy but great friendly service.

Having eaten here in the past we were keen to return whilst in the area with friends. We were a bit put off by some recent reviews but we found both the staff and the food great. The menu is quite pricey these days but it was nice.

We booked a table at the Boat following good reviews and were not disappointed. As Aviemore was being invaded by Harley Davidson bikers we decided to head out of town and after having a drink here the previous couple of days we decided to book an evening meal for three. We ordered Steak Ale Pie, Burger Roast Beef. All the meals were very tasty and the portions were very generous. I have to say the Roast Beef was exceptional! We had excellent service and the drinks and food arrived very quickly. I can also recommend the Cairngorm Brewery draught beers! We will definitely return.