Billy Boston's Reviews

I dined here twice last week as very convenient to my hotel. I am surprised by the negative reviews as I found the food and service to be excellent. £19.50 for a three course dinner is excellent value and on both evening the staff were pleasant and attentive. I would definately dine here again.

I dined at the restaurant on Tuesday; I was very impressed that I could book online, especially as I only booked on the Monday when the restaurant was closed. I also received a telephone call in the morning to confirm my reservation. Other restaurants in Edinburgh take note.

The atmosphere was relaxed but elegant, a good value lunch options was available but my guest and I selected the A la Carte. For starter my guest had the Kilbrannan Scallops and Bellota Ham, which looked delightful and I choose the Scallop Risotto Special, which was superb. For main course I selected Loin of Borders Roe Deer, which melted in the mouth and my guest choose Braised Beef Cheek, Pumpkin Seed Brittle, which I am told was excellent. I admitted to knowing very little about wine but our Sommelier was very helpful and selected some beautiful wines for us and didn't make me feel in the least intimidated. Desert was equally as good. I couldn't fault this restaurant. To say it was a Tuesday lunch time the restaurant had a good atmosphere, with guest taking advantage of either the tasting menu, or reasonably priced lunch menu in equal measure.

I look forward to returning when next in Edinburgh.

I visited the Aviator for lunch today and would thoroughly recommend the restaurant and from what I saw the hotel. Service was friendly and I loved the look and feel of the hotel. The attention to detail in the decor is excellent; this would be an ideal venue for business lunch as it is minutes from the M3. I opted for the Chefs recommendation shoulder of lamb, saffron cous cous and Moroccan spiced jus it was delicious and full of flavour at £14.50 it is also very good value. Bread was served with a goats cheese and tomato accompaniment; this was a nice touch and delicious. I look forward to returning to this hotel and next time I intend to stay.

I had the most wonderful lunch at Auberge du Lac worthy of a Michelin Star if I were to judge. The food service and atmosphere was excellent, i can't wait to return.

I had the pleasure of dining at the hotel this summer; it was an absolute delight the service was fantastic, the attention to deal is incredible and the food delicious. It is no wonder this is one of the finest hotels in the country.