Port Charlotte · Isle of Islay
Fresh Islay seafood, on the shore of Loch Indaal
Uninterrupted sea views of the loch and the lighthouse, seating outside and in, and a log burner for the cooler days. Run by a Port Charlotte family with a long history in fishing and hospitality.
Scallops pan fried in Bruichladdich whisky butter, a fish pie under creamy mash, whole Islay lobster and langoustines on a platter for two. All of it landed close to the door.
4.5 from 178 Google reviews Food hygiene: Pass, inspected June 2026 Dinner Tue–Sun, 6–8:30pm
Opening hours
Dinner, six nights a week
We serve one sitting each evening, from six until half past eight. The room is small, so it is worth booking ahead – particularly at the weekend and through the summer.
Fresh seafood needs 24 hours’ notice. If you have your heart set on the lobster or the platter, tell us when you book.
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 – 8:30pm |
| Wednesday | 6:00 – 8:30pm |
| Thursday | 6:00 – 8:30pm |
| Friday | 6:00 – 8:30pm |
| Saturday | 6:00 – 8:30pm |
| Sunday | 6:00 – 8:30pm |
The room
Small, warm, and right on the water
The restaurant sits on the shore of Loch Indaal in the picturesque village of Port Charlotte. It boasts uninterrupted sea views of the loch and the lighthouse, with seating outside and in depending on what the Scottish weather has to offer, and a lovely cosy log burner for the cooler days.
All of the dishes we serve are made with love and care, using fresh and mostly local produce.
- Dogs are very welcome in the outside seating area
- Fresh gourmet coffee, with a takeaway option
- Free WiFi
- Outdoor seating on the shore side, and a log burner indoors
What guests say
4.5
from 178 Google reviews
Most talked about: the seafood platter, the scallops, the fish pie.
“Small, cozy and good restaurant with a very kind and service minded staff.”
Google review
“We had a perfect meal here with scallops as starter and fish pie as main dishes.”
Google review
Food hygiene: Pass. Inspected 29 June 2026 by Argyll and Bute Council under the Food Hygiene Information Scheme. Check the rating on the FSA register.
Find us
Main Street, Port Charlotte
On the shore road through the village, on the Rhinns of Islay. Look for the slate sign and the picnic benches above the water.
- Address
- Main Street, Port Charlotte
Isle of Islay, PA48 7UD - Reservations
- 07483 123639
Request a table
Send us the details and we will confirm by phone or email. For tonight, or for the lobster and the platters, please ring – fresh seafood needs 24 hours’ notice.
This opens your email app with the request filled in, addressed to the restaurant. Prefer to speak to someone? Ring 07483 123639.