Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.5 out of 5
Outstanding | 521 reviews

What maria wheatley likes about Captain's Galley:
In the icehouse, spacious and clean and interesting ! The choices were great and the food quality was excellent ! Especially enjoyed the oysters as they were prepared exactly how they should be ! Service was excellent and the staff were very friendly. We had a brilliant meal and would not hesitate to go back ! Thank you very much ! View all feedback. What Ignatius Towne doesn't like about Captain's Galley:
Really excellent food but it is slow service which would be fine if the room wasn’t so cold. The small number of tables (there were in total during our visit) and the lack of background music did create a strange atmosphere as everyone was trying to whisper to avoid being heard by the other tables. Overall great food but for the price to be justified the overall experience needs to be just as good and unfortunately t... View all feedback.

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Tripadvisor
4.5 ★ from 302 reviews
Eugène
01.10.2023 - 08:54

We visited twice during our recent trip to Thurso and although the food was very good, unfortunately the service was not of the same standard. There was no frie...

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DerekandMaree
01.10.2023 - 08:54

What a wonderful dining experience. The food was just amazing and the service excellent. From starters to dessert we loved it all. Highly recommended. We had a...

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Hendrik
01.10.2023 - 08:54

This was the end of two week holiday of Orkney Thurso. We wanted a special dinner to celebrate our holiday and saw the trip advisor recommendations. We had an e...

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Gudrun
01.10.2023 - 08:54

Found this restaurant by accident, what a gem. Dont let the outside appearance put you off. Housed in an 1800s ice house storage for the fish, simple but elegan...

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Travis
01.10.2023 - 08:54

Incredible, fresh, local seafood. Such a delight to find. I enjoyed a scallop appetizer and a crab claw special, with local beer and a berry-and-ice-cream desse...

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The attention to detail in the restaurant's main room and the friendly service offered by the staff have been highlighted as standout features. Customers have praised the chef for creating a personal dining experience and have enjoyed interacting with the knowledgeable and welcoming staff. The unique history of the building adds to the ambiance, making it a memorable dining experience for many. Despite some issues with making reservations and the occasional lack of communication from the restaurant, the overall consensus seems to be overwhelmingly positive. From the fresh mussels and calamari to the perfectly cooked fish and chips, there is a wide variety of delicious seafood options to choose from. Customers have described the food as amazing, fresh, and delicious, with good value for money and excellent service. If you're a seafood lover looking for a top-quality dining experience in a charming setting, this restaurant comes highly recommended. With a warm and enchanting atmosphere, friendly staff, and a menu that highlights the best of locally sourced seafood, it's no wonder that this restaurant has left a lasting impression on many satisfied diners. Don't miss out on this culinary gem during your visit to the area.

Menu
3.8 ★ from 6 reviews
Ignatius
11.01.2022 - 23:29

Really excellent food but it is slow service which would be fine if the room wasn’t so cold. The small number of tables (there were in total during our visit) a...

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Constança
11.01.2022 - 23:29

Totally love it ! It was amazing experience for me, my husband and our wee boy. Enchanted and friendly atmosphere, all the staff and chef take care of us, every...

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Dominic
11.01.2022 - 23:29

Absolutely amazing food, the fish was so fresh and delicious! Can recommend the smokies for a starter, and the Oysters were an excellent choice to follow. A ver...

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Raphael
11.01.2022 - 23:29

Superb seafood meal. Pleasant relaxed atmosphere, never rushed. Perfectly cooked, delicious and we came away full. The paella was spot on, would definitely orde...

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Shanon
11.01.2022 - 23:29

Some food can be good but good luck getting a hold of them for a reservation or otherwise. They need to already be open for one. They need an email and phone nu...

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Google
4.6 ★ from 139 reviews
Ewald
15.08.2023 - 15:16

This place was special. From the outside it seems like a real harbour restaurant with not much to offer. The moment you walk in you realise that this is not the...

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maria
15.08.2023 - 15:16

In the icehouse, spacious and clean and interesting ! The choices were great and the food quality was excellent ! Especially enjoyed the oysters as they were pr...

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Ronja
15.08.2023 - 15:16

Very tasty food, but the waiting time was pretty long. We had a starter and a main each and left the Restaurant after 2.5h. If you are not in a rush, the food i...

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Beverly
15.08.2023 - 15:16

This is an absolute gem. We walked in for lunch today and met the owner and chef, who was very friendly and welcoming. Our server as well was great. The food wa...

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Samantha
15.08.2023 - 15:16

This was one of the most memorable dinners on our NC500 trip. If you like seafood, this is must. We got 2 seafood platters and a couple sides. The chef created...

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