We had a fantastic dinner at The Westward. The restaurant offers a stunning view of the loch to the north and the Inner Hebrides islands to the west, especially beautiful at sunset. For our main course, we each enjoyed 8 freshly caught langoustines that were absolutely delicious. Despite the long drive to The Crinan Hotel, the experience was well worth it. The only downside was the lack of professionalism from the waiting staff. While some were clearly inexperienced summer students, a bit of guidance on proper etiquette from management would have greatly enhanced our dining experience. The wine we ordered was brought to our table already opened and poured, without the option to taste first....
We arrived at 6pm to find the restaurant was fully booked so we ate in the bar. The tables seemed crammed in to a small space and they were the most uncomfortable seats ever! The twice baked soufflé starter was good, but the smoked haddock I had for main course came on a heap of lumpy mash, swimming in melted cheese and so salty! We felt as if we were in the way nobody came to see if our meal was O.K. and we couldn't wait to leave.
We had dinner in the beautiful restaurant but were truly disappointed not only by poor service but very average food. The level of service or indeed lack of it was most disappointing for a hotel of this standard. This due to complete lack of experience and total lack of supervision. For staff to be allowed to spend so much time talking and laughing with each other whilst ignoring the paying customers was an absolute disgrace.
It was a more than 30 years since I last visited this area, it hasn't changed. The seafood was delicious well worth visiting, the staff superb very accommodating. You cannot get fresher seafood, caught that day. The Seafood Stew was plentiful, very tasty wonderfully presented. We were even invited to view the gallery on the third floor, also a must. Will definitely return.
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We ate at the seafood bar not the restaurant. it was fantastic recommend the scallops. They serve white wine by the glass (choice of 4) and have peroni on draught. Very reasonable priced.
Top cooking that recognises that good ingredients don't need fuss or adornment. Quiet room with wonderful sea views, and service from charming and attentive staff.
We stopped here on a car rally for lunch. They served excellent soup and more sandwiches than we could eat. The staff were extremely helpful and accommodating.
We had the five course tasting menu on our second evening, delicious with wonderful views to accompany wonderful food! Wine also very good and not expensive.
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Amazing seafood stew is back on the menu and not to be missed make sure you order before going to look at the view outside as it runs out fast!
The sea food as you would expect (and hope) is as fresh as it can be. The food and service in the restaurant is top quality.
