Kinloch Lodge

"Beautiful setting, but the food didn’t quite match the view Visited: September 2025 Kinloch Lodge is undeniably charming, with its lochside location and warm, traditional interiors. It’s the kind of place that makes you want to settle in with a dram and watch the mist roll in. Unfortunately, our dining experience didn’t quite live up to the promise of the surroundings. The menu reads beautifully, full of local ingredients and seasonal touches. However, the execution felt more than a little uneven. My starter lacked the brightness I’d hoped for, and the main course, while generous, was quite overdone which muted the flavours. Presentation leaned toward rustic, though perhaps a touch more finesse wouldn’t go amiss. The price suggests a fine-dining experience but falls wells short in may respects. Dessert of strawbery tart was pleasant, though not especially memorable. Pastry was soft and soggy and fruit filling reduced to a mushy consistency. Service was courteous and professional, if a little reserved. The dining room itself is elegant, though the atmosphere felt more formal than relaxed. At £90 per person for three courses, expectations are naturally high. While the setting is exceptional and the staff clearly care, the overall experience left me wishing the kitchen’s ambition had been matched by consistency on the plate. A lovely place to stay, certainly. But for dinner, there are defintiely more satisfying options elsewhere on the island."