The Colintraive - Argyll Bute

Living in Argyle there are often times that one really despairs of the general lack of effort or care that is so obvious in many eateries that carry on serving... read more Living in Argyle there are often times that one really despairs of the general lack of effort or care that is so obvious in many eateries that carry on serving overpriced cheap quality unimaginative food and only survive because the competition is just as bad and fortunately for them so many punters are clearly prepared to pay for and eat rubbish. Thats why the Colintraive is such an oasis of quality in this culinary wasteland where the menu is interesting and full of inspired dishes and choosing is difficult because its all so good ! We have visited many times and unfailingly have received excellent friendly service from Rachael and David accompanied with excellent and delicious high quality food at reasonable prices and always leave feeling thoroughly satisfied . Our only grumble is the coffee which like many places in Argyle is too strong and bitter ...but thats our personal taste . Overall excellent and can't recommend highly enough .

Warm quaint public rooms with log burners, mellow lighting, nice bar, and friendly staff. Excellent dinner, beautifully cooked and good portions. Best cheese an... read more Warm quaint public rooms with log burners, mellow lighting, nice bar, and friendly staff. Excellent dinner, beautifully cooked and good portions. Best cheese and biscuits and coffee I’ve ever had. Will definitely be back! One of the best places in Cowal.

Unfortunately this place has lost its great food experience. We used to stay at the hotel and travelled from quite far away for the food alone but things have c... read more Unfortunately this place has lost its great food experience. We used to stay at the hotel and travelled from quite far away for the food alone but things have changed since the ownership has changed. It was overpriced for the size of the portions and quality of the food. Won't be travelling to eat there again.

This is a wonderful restaurant. I arrived in my cycling attire for lunch, which was completely acceptable. The food was amazing and the service was excellent. read more This is a wonderful restaurant. I arrived in my cycling attire for lunch, which was completely acceptable. The food was amazing and the service was excellent.

This gem of a place is such a find. Amazing food. Really varied menu. Fresh and perfectly cooked. Really really tasty. Staff brilliant and friendly. Great atmos... read more This gem of a place is such a find. Amazing food. Really varied menu. Fresh and perfectly cooked. Really really tasty. Staff brilliant and friendly. Great atmosphere. Loved it. Stayed overnight in a lovely room. The Owner is so welcoming and helpful, chatty and attentive. Such a fab place. Would highly recommend.