Harden's survey result
Summary
John McNutty & David Lapsley’s understated venture is named after the loch where it started life – and its cuisine, celebrating the Scottish lochs and land, “never disappoints” by absolutely all accounts. The “wonderful” tasting menu (the only option) and presentation “worthy of pictures” elicit real raves – indeed, for one reporter, it was “the best meal I have ever had!” Top Tip – “if you book on the whisky and wine pairing evenings, you are in for a treat”.
Summary
“Everything here blew me away” – John McNutty & David Lapsley’s relaxed venue provides “an excellent tasting menu showcasing ingredients from Argyll’s ‘Land and Sea’” and inspires a hymn of praise in reports: it “was not the main restaurant we booked on our trip but is the main reason we will return: absolutely loved it and definitely worth a detour!”
Summary
“Consistently creative, always innovative” and offering “a wonderful experience on every occasion” – John McNulty & David Lapsley's relaxed Scottish venture (where you pick from ‘Land & Sea’ or veggie-friendly ‘Land’-only tasting menus, £65). Converts are “amazed this restaurant hasn’t had more top awards, given that the team is so focused, passionate and dedicated to delivering a fabulous guest experience”.
Summary
“A fabulous find in Oban” – John McNulty and David Lapsley’s venture moved from its former location (of this name) a couple of years ago, and is praised for its very accomplished Scottish cuisine using the best local produce (choose either a ‘land’ or ‘sea’ six-course tasting menu for £45) and a “small but thoughtful wine list” (plus the option of matching wine flights) – “highly recommended!”
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43 Stevenson Street, Oban, PA34 5NA
Restaurant details
Prices
 Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £21.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £5.00 |
 Extras |
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| Service | 10.00% |
43 Stevenson Street, Oban, PA34 5NA
Opening hours
| Monday | CLOSED |
| Tuesday | CLOSED |
| Wednesday | 6 pm‑9 pm |
| Thursday | 6 pm‑9 pm |
| Friday | 6 pm‑9 pm |
| Saturday | 6 pm‑9 pm |
| Sunday | 6 pm‑9 pm |
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