The Establishment

Always busy, always fun, this handsome bar-restaurant attracts a wealthy, young crowd for uncomplicated meals & a relaxed atmosphere. Cosy in winter with its hide seating & kooky pictures, it’s even better in summer when the plate-glass doors are thrown open & the shiny happy people make use of the decking outside. Early in the week, there’s a gentle buzz about the place, but it’s rammed come the weekend with families in for brunch & foodie groups out for dinner & drinking. The kitchen isn’t afraid to charge quite hefty prices, but it’s worth paying for well-aged Orkney steaks, cider-cooked mussels & ‘top’ fish & chips. The wine list can match a special occasion, but there’s also plenty for everyday drinking by the glass & carafe – & great cocktails too.