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What Naviguesser50 doesn't like about The Islay:
On a chilly evening in May, we were informed that we could only sit outside at this restaurant. When we had previously tried to book a table for dinner, we were told it wasn't possible. Despite being told that there would likely be a rush, we returned at 7pm only to be told we could only wait outside for a table to become available. Unwilling to endure the cold, we ended up getting takeout from a fish and chip shop,... View all feedback. What AadjeuitKatwijk likes about The Islay:
We started with the scallops, very fresh and tasty in a nice butter sauce. Then I had the plaice, which was still swimming in butter. The second evening I had fish and chips and sister the lamb shank. Also very good. We shared a nice... View all feedback.
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Phenomenal seafood, great whisky selection, and stunningly friendly service. They treated us like longtime locals, even though it was our first day on Islay!
Service and scallops were excellent but the fish was not fresh (not local) Ask before order. Shipping are usually wednesday or thursday.
A hastily booked trip to Islay meant that we had little time to hunt for somewhere to eat, relying on online reviews to help us. To say that we were delighted w...
read moreGood and service was both quick and excellent. Had the lamb shank which was quite possibly the best meal I had during our stay at Islay.
Desperately disappointed with our experience of the bar, over two evenings. If ever there was an example of somewhere needing more competition, this is it. On t...
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read moreI spent about an hour and three quarters at the restaurant. The food was hot and reasonably priced. I left a tip for the young waitresses, who seemed surprised...
read moreThe restaurant offers a fantastic variety of whiskey, typical of Islay, along with excellent food. The seafood was incredibly fresh, and the staff were friendly...
read moreThe food was excellent, the service was very friendly, and the live music made for a great evening. The portions were generous and the dishes were well presente...
read moreGreat Service, Friendly and Quick. Great Food, Loved the Ardbeg infused dish on the starter of chicken wings and the main was the best burger i’ve had in a long...
read moreWe stayed here for 4 nights and enjoyed breakfast and dinner several times. Excellent local food and kind service. The room was great and this was a wonderful p...
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