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Overall Total Score
4.6 out of 5
Outstanding | 1239 reviews

What User likes about Orkney Brewery:
Situated a short drive from Skara Brae, the brewery is a good place to stop for a bite to eat. We went for lunch menu has a wide choice and of course , the option to taste the beer brewed on site. A good option is the beer paddle which has different beers served in pint glasses. For me , the standout was the Orkney gold. Sandwiches were very good , full of filings and with local ingredients. Soup was also very tasty... View all feedback. What Ricardo Strauß doesn't like about Orkney Brewery:
Gave the brewery a second chance after a negative experience in 2023. Unfortunately nothing has changed. Waited at the door to be seated as requested. And waited, and waited some more. Totally ignored by the staff. Clearly our custom was trumped by a coach party ahead of us. If you want their beer, go to Tesco where it is considerably cheaper and you get served. View all feedback.

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Gastroranking-it
4.0 ★ from 50 reviews
billy31013
06.08.2024 - 08:08

Orkney has dinner great food places but sometimes you need to know where to look. Food here was first class and the beer, superb! Really interesting building, f...

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davidwB6194TR
06.08.2024 - 08:08

This was a planned return visit by seven hungry holiday makers! We were well received, and served in a friendly manner with delicious food! We left not needing...

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amcintosh12
06.08.2024 - 08:08

Stopped off for lunch whilst in the area. Food and service were fine. Lovely building with a good shop,

Taylorscamping
06.08.2024 - 08:08

Visited here and decided to have some food . Had to wait for a table as it was very busy. The food was pretty pricey for a cheese sandwich . Things in the shop...

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G8076GYstephent
06.08.2024 - 08:08

The seafood platter is full of local smoked fish and treats. We are not big beer drinkers and prefer a colder brew but for those who love hops and beer this is...

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Orkney Brewery offers a unique experience for visitors, with a historic venue and top-quality food and beer. Despite some issues with wait times and pricing, the knowledgeable staff and delicious samples make the brewery tour worth it. The Dark Island Reserve beer is a standout option for those looking for a special treat. Overall, the brewery provides a fun atmosphere for lunch or a tour, making it a recommended stop for food and beer enthusiasts visiting Orkney.

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4.8 ★ from 17 reviews

Situated a short drive from Skara Brae, the brewery is a good place to stop for a bite to eat. We went for lunch menu has a wide choice and of course , the opti...

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Cecil
06.12.2021 - 08:30

We visited Orkney Brewery during our visit to Orkney, and paid for a tour of the brewery. It was for four of us, which seemed expensive, until we realised that...

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Great tour, high quality wine in the shop and the tasting of the hall was delicious. in any case recommend a visit. loved the way the school history was woven i...

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Beautiful place, great eating and excellent staff. not too much annoying. would recommend it absolutely.

Great story, great people, great tour, great beer. nothing bad. while a limited menu (sandwiches) on the day we visited, eating was great!

Google
4.6 ★ from 93 reviews
Jim
15.08.2023 - 14:35

Very unwelcoming. Didn 't even enter the building. Having been a fan of 'Dark Island ' beer for years, we attempted to visit today. We were in our motorhome as...

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Patsy
15.08.2023 - 14:35

Great to experience the local ale where it's made! Book a Table and have amazing tasty food before you sample a flight of Ales. Well stocked shop so you can tak...

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Ruud
15.08.2023 - 14:35

The Orkney brewery is a marvelous and special place. The microbrewery is located in a restored school house. Private tours in the brewery are available even if...

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Alan
15.08.2023 - 14:35

Friendly staff, superb food, quality beverages, and strong WiFi. Excellent stop off when touring the West Mainland of Orkney highly recommend

Rik
15.08.2023 - 14:35

Nice place but very commercial. The staff was not very interested. I wanted to do a tasting but could only choose from four beers on tap. I am a fan of dark bee...

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Facebook
5.0 ★ from 134 reviews
Tripadvisor
4.5 ★ from 279 reviews
Yelp
5.0 ★ from 2 reviews
Gastroranking-uk
4.5 ★ from 245 reviews
Int Restaurants
4.8 ★ from 419 reviews

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