Aikman's Bar & Bistro
Bell Street, St Andrews Tel : 01334 477425

Wide choice of specialist dishes, including crepes, quiches, pasta and more. European bistro atmosphere, cosy and laid-back. Daytime and international evening menus available. Excellent continental beers, cask ales, good eclectic wine selection. CAMRA listed.

Broons
119 North Street, St Andrews Tel: 01334 478479

Wide selection of dishes served here including baguettes, soup, pastas, steaks, burgers and more. Snacks available all day with a more extensive a la carte menu available in the evenings. Central location, next to cinema. Efficient service. Popular with students and locals alike.

Catch at the St Andrews Aquarium
The Scores, St Andrews Tel: 01334 468786

CATCH is the coffee shop at the St Andrews Aquarium. It opens seasonally as a bistro style seafood restaurant and bar serving delicious lunches and evening meals in a splendid location.

The Balaka
3 Alexandra Place, St Andrews Tel : 01334 468825

Serves award winning, traditional Bangladeshi & Indian cuisine - a St Andrews institution. Dishes feature Scottish produce including organic herbs grown from the proprieters own garden. Currently listed in the top 10 curry houses in the UK, a richly deserved accolade. Friendly ambience and open until late, but can get busy so often best to book.

The Doll's House
3 Church Square, St Andrews Tel: 01334 477422

Very popular restaurant with food on offer incorporating French-Scottish influences. The varied menu changes regularly and caters well for vegetarians. There is a comprehensive list of wines and beers here and scottish fiddle evenings are a popular draw on Thursdays.

St Andrews original theme restaurant, after the 'Hard Rock' tradition. Offers an extensive choice of starters, main courses and sweets. Highlights include award-winning burgers and flame-grilled steaks. If you can manage it, indulging in one of their unashamedly wicked puddings is a must.

Road Hole Grill at the Old Course Hotel
Old Station Road, St Andrews Tel : 01334 468371

The exclusive Road Hole Grill, on the top floor of the celebrated 5-star Old Course Hotel, offers stunning views over the golf courses out to sea. Enjoy beautifully prepared Scots-French cuisine in a luxurious setting complete with chandeliers and traditional wood panelling. Head Chef David Kinnes specialises in preparing a varied menu incorporating meat, game and seafood dishes. 2 AA Rosettes.

The Grange Inn
Grange Road , St Andrews Tel: 01334 472670

This charming 17th century inn with superb views over St Andrews Bay has imaginative modern scottish cuisine as well as classic scots dishes on offer. Friendly and attentive service. Slightly out of town centre.

The Garden Restaurant at the Rufflets Hotel
Strathkinness Low Road, St Andrews Tel: 01334 472594

Head Chef Mark Pollock makes full use of Scotland's natural larder when selecting produce for the daily changing menus. Prime home-grown beef, lamb and venison, along with seafood and fish landed at East Neuk harbours feature regularly. Excellent service. 2 AA Rosettes.

The Supper Room at the Russell Hotel
The Scores , St Andrews Tel: 01334 478279
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A hidden gem. The menu here encompasses a wide variety of dishes served within this small, friendly hotel - unpretentious realxed atmosphere. 1 AA Rosette.

The Cellar
24 East Green, Anstruther Tel : 01333 310378

Renowned seafood restaurant, close to the harbour of the picturesque fishing village of Anstruther. It is accessed by a cobbled courtyard and is exceptionally atmospheric - ideal for a romantic meal. Proprieter Peter Jukes is established as one of Scotlands leading chefs, he was awarded Scottish Restaurant Chef of the Year 2002 and is also the Chairman of The Master Chefs of Great Britain. Menu contains signature classics such as the exquisite crayfish bisques. 12 miles from St Andrews. 2 AA Rosettes.

Ostlers Close
Bonnygate, Cupar Tel : 01334 655574

Highly recommended family run restaurant featuring modern Scottish cuisine, specialising in seafood and game. Genuinely imaginative cooking is on offer here and the menu changes frequently. Service is incredibly friendly and welcoming. 9 miles from St Andrews. 2 AA Rosettes.

The Peat Inn
Peat Inn Tel : 01334 840206

The Peat Inn is undoubtedly one of the most famous restaurants in Scotland. Internationally renowned chef David Wilson prepares incredible french cuisine and relies on local suppliers to provide the quality produce necessary. Celebrated wine cellar. Situated in an old coaching inn. 6 miles from St Andrews. Fife's only restaurant with 3 AA Rosettes.