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Daily Record
18-06-2025
- Daily Record
UK's best fish and chip shop with stunning beach views and seals as dining pals
Cash-only and chip-free this fish and chip shop is one of a kind but absolutely worth the hassle The UK's best fish and chip shop may be somewhat of a schlep but with seals as your dining pals and fish caught directly from the sea in the haunt's very own boat - there's nothing else like it. Cafe Fish on the isle of Mull takes a boat journey and a walk to get to, sitting at the far end of the rainbow coloured Tobermory - the iconic locale of CBeebies' Balamory. Once you've sailed over to Mull itself, which you can do with one short 45-minute hop on the ferry from Oban, Ardnamurchan or Morvern, and walked to the end of the promenade you will find a white cube-shaped building. The tiny restaurant has an upstairs and plenty of indoor seating for the colder months or you can sit and soak up the stunning views of the sea stretching into the horizon. Cafe Fish often sources its own shellfish with its boat 'The Highlander' which will be delivered straight to your table - after a quick dip in a deep fat frier. If you go in the off peak months - you may find an empty restaurant - save for a few seals heads bobbing about in the water. The no-drills cafe is perched atop the old CalMac ferry office on the North Pier - and its menu is a simple blackboard of its self-proclaimed 'fantastically fresh' seafood. Owners and cousins Jane Gill and chef Liz McGougan have two specialities one is crispy whole sea bream with citrus salsa and another is a classic fish stew in spiced Tuscan broth with bread and gremolata. There are also locally grown oysters, fish pies or a grand platter of grilled seafood doused with garlic butter. Although for some the lack of chips will be a let down they are also known for their sourdough pizzas including a lobster thermidor version. They also have Glengorm steaks and a range of desserts such as a rich chocolate pot or warm Belgian waffles. If you fancy something a littler stronger than a Lilt with your fish - Aperol spritz, whisky and fish-friendly white Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Sancerre and Verdejos are on offer. The Hebridean town is known for its warm approach to tourists and friendly locals - one review from a punter cannot sing enough of the joint's praises. I had booked Cafe Fish for dinner for the three of us on the day we arrived in Tobermory. The stunning warm weather set the tone, but the location offers a frisson, being at the end of the jetty and so close to the sea and the buzz as we entered was just what we wanted. They gave us a lovely window table. All I can say is that the menu was the most creative and interesting fish menu I have encountered. For all of us it was a truly memorable meal in a fab location. It is recommended that you book if you're going for dinner although they sometimes take walk-ins for lunch. Note that opening times are seasonal – and remember it's cash only.
Scotsman
22-05-2025
- Scotsman
Luxury Hotels Collection is all aboard with Caledonian Sleeper
A new partnership between the Crerar Hotels Collection and Caledonian Sleeper has launched to help holidaymakers elevate their travels from sleeper to suite. Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... The hotel brand which has a collection of 10 hotels and inns across some of Scotland's most spectacular locations and the Lake District is now an official hotel partner with the luxury overnight sleeper train to offer discounts to those looking to pair an overnight stay on the Caledonian Sleeper before enjoying a stay at a Crerar Hotels property. The Caledonian Sleeper which has two main routes, The Highlander and The Lowlander, connects travellers from London to various places in Scotland including Aberdeen, Inverness, Fort William, Edinburgh and Glasgow. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Meanwhile the award-winning hotel group also has connections in many of these areas with hotels such as Fonab Castle in Pitlochry, Dunkeld House Hotel in Perthshire and Golf View Hotel & Spa in Nairn. Guests can also choose onward travel, arriving in Glasgow and continuing on to Oban, which opens up the Inner Hebrides to travellers, most notably the Isle of Mull, visited recently by Kate and William, the Duke and Duchess of Rothesay. The Caledonian Sleeper has two main routes connecting London and Scotland. The new hotel partnership will also see travellers have the opportunity to win travel and a stay at one of Crerar Hotels' properties of their choice whilst the two brands will also begin influencer outreach to showcase Scotland as a world-class place to visit. Alison Macleod, Marketing Director of Crerar Hotels, said: 'We have been speaking with Caledonian Sleeper for some time about how a partnership could unfold however I am excited to finally announce this collaboration. 'It's a perfect fit as we know those looking to staycation in Scotland whether that's Inverness or even the west coast to explore Oban and the isles, are very likely to travel with the Caledonian Sleeper to start their journey and we have a variety of hotels and inns within the same locations. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'The Caledonian Sleeper is a great service, so if we can make holidaymakers' lives easier by recommending first-class travel and accommodation with authentic hospitality at our ten locations, then it's a win-win.' The award-winning hotel group also has connections in many of these areas with hotels such as Fonab Castle in Pitlochry. Steven Marshall, Head of Sales and Marketing said: 'We are proud to partner with Crerar Hotels to support the communities along our route and showcase the depth and diversity of Scotland's tourism offering. With the Caledonian Sleeper serving over 40 destinations—from remote Highland villages to idyllic coastal escapes—guests can enjoy a truly distinctive travel experience, relaxing as they journey into the heart of Scotland.
