Food truck on spectacular Scots mountain road that feels like 'edge of the world'
The wild, untamed beauty of the Applecross peninsula stands out as one of the most breathtaking in the UK.
From its rugged coastline, visitors are treated to sweeping views across the sea towards the dramatic mountains of Skye, Raasay, Rona, and the distant islands of the Outer Hebrides, Scottish Daily Express reports.
The area's scattered villages, including the main settlement known as Shore Street, are accessible only by a winding coastal road or the famous Bealach na Ba, often called the Pass of the Cattle, one of Scotland's highest and most spectacular mountain roads.
It's little wonder that visitors, as described by VisitScotland, often feel as though they have arrived at 'the edge of the world.'
Yet, despite the remote setting, a warm welcome awaits, especially at the iconic Applecross Inn.
Run by Judith Fish MBE, the historic tavern offers a cosy indoor dining experience. However, for those who prefer to dine al fresco, the Applecross Inn presents a charming alternative: the retro-inspired Applecross Inn-Side Out food truck.
A local summer favourite since 2014, the truck has become a landmark in its own right. The venue boasts that 'it creates quite an impact as you drive into Shore Street from the North!'
The food truck's menu features the Inn's famous fish and chips, locally made sausage rolls and pasties, prawn and crab salads, alongside award-winning ice creams, freshly ground coffee, chilled soft drinks, and homemade tray bakes.
Thanks to the warming influence of the Gulf Stream, Applecross enjoys a rich wildlife habitat where pine martens, red deer, otters, seals, porpoises, whales, and golden eagles thrive.
Despite this mild climate, the Inn advises those visiting the food truck to 'wrap up warm,' as the weather can still turn chilly.
The food truck operates from spring through autumn, weather permitting, from morning until late. One disappointed TripAdvisor visitor shared: 'I really wanted to try the takeaway from the truck so maybe next time. And there will be a next time!'
Overall, the Applecross Inn enjoys a strong 4.5 rating on TripAdvisor from over 1,000 reviews, with the location itself earning an impressive 4.9 out of 5, with many visitors praising the stunning views.
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One recent guest commented: 'Gorgeous seafood blown away by the quality of the food. Tables outside with excellent views. Lovely spot very much worth a visit.
"Very dog friendly too. There is also two vans outside one doing takeaways and ice creams the other bacon rolls first thing!'
Another visitor said: 'Lovely seats by the water so I watched the sun set as I enjoyed my drink. The food looked amazing and good prices but there's a lovely fish and chip van next to the pub!
"It smelt great so I had to give in, the fish was cooked fresh and served in a lovely cardboard box with homemade tartare sauce!'
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