Best place to eat in Fort William

CRANNOG SEAFOOD RESTAURANT, The Pier, Onich, 01397 705 589 ||WEBSTART||www.oceanandoak.co.uk||WEBSTOP|| The chefs at Crannog Seafood Restaurant seek out quality produce from the best of Scotland’s larder, including speciality langoustines, fresh from Loch Linnhe. Set in a former bait house on the pier, you may even catch sight of local fishing boats from the restaurant windows as they bring home the catch of the day.

THE BEN NEVIS INN, Achintree, Glen Nevis, 01397 701 227 www.ben-nevis-inn.co.uk Set at the foot of Ben Nevis in a traditional, stone-built barn, the Inn is used by the Lochaber mountain rescue team as their local. It offers a friendly atmosphere and fresh, wholesome food that includes an amazing selection of local produce such as venison and lamb. Sit by the fire with a glass of wine and enjoy the view.

FIRED ART CAF, High Street, Fort William, 01397 705 005 www.fired-art.co.uk The Fired Art Caf, at the west end of the High Street, is definitely something special – a unique caf bursting with personality, boasting a fantastic range of coffee. A varied menu includes gourmet espresso, delicious toasted bagels, mouth-watering waffles, sandwiches made to order and scrumptious home-baked cakes. Wi-fi connection is available.

FOUR SEASONS BISTRO & BAR, Inchree, Onich, 01855 821 393 www.inchreecentre.co.uk/pubrestaurant.htmEnjoy relaxed dining at the Four Seasons, situated midway between Fort William and Glencoe in the peaceful hamlet of Inchree. Open from 6pm for evening meals or relaxed drinks, the rustic-style interior features a separate bar and dining area, dominated by the central open fire to cosy up to. The freshly prepared menu, which has an excellent reputation, makes the best use of local game and seafood. It occasionally hosts traditional Scottish music sessions.

LOCHABER SIDING, Fort William railway station, An Aird, 01397 701 843 A warm welcome awaits you at the travel centre’s tearoom where you can sample tasty home made, wholesome food. Snacks, including home-baking and homemade breads, are served fresh daily. Open all year.