Orkney and Shetland Islands Restaurants

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  • 1. Fjarå

    $$

    Sitting on rocks on the ebb (or fjara in Faroese) of Brewick Bay, the views from this large wood-and-glass house allow you to look at otters and seals between courses. The menu is very simple: big breakfasts, coffees, and cake—including an array of gluten-free items—soup and huge salads, as well as Shetland mussels or fish-and-chips for lunch. In the evening there's grilled fish, Shetland lamb, or an always-interesting vegetarian option.

    Sea Rd., Lerwick, Shetland Islands, ZE1 0ZJ, Scotland
    01595-697388

    Known For

    • Delicious local lamb
    • Gorgeous views
    • Handmade burgers
  • 2. Frankie's Fish & Chips

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    Proudly claiming to be the northernmost fish-and-chips shop in Britain, this "chipper" is also the best of its kind on the islands. The combination of superfresh seafood—skate wings, squid, and crab legs—and light and crispy batter (including a gluten-free option) means Frankie's is everything a chip shop could be. Try the local mussels: you won't find any that are fatter or juicier in the United Kingdom. Sit on the deck or in the lovely dining room with views toward Busta Voe. The restaurant closes at 8 pm.

    A970, Brae, Shetland Islands, ZE2 9QJ, Scotland
    01806-522700

    Known For

    • Shetland mussels
    • King scallops in garlic butter
    • Early closing at 8 pm
  • 3. Lucano

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    This modern trattoria-style Italian restaurant has been taken to the heart of Orcadians, and rightly so, as it delivers an abundant menu of good Italian food. From pizza to classic pasta dishes—with fulsomely meaty carbonara and Bolognese and very tasty vegetarian burro e salvia (butter and sage) and pesto—to excellent secondi piatti such as chicken in rosemary, it's got something for every appetite. Decor is clean and stylish, with a tile floor, wooden tables, red chairs, and chalkboard menus on the wall. The ice-cream puddings make for a nice finish.

    31–33 Victoria St., Kirkwall, Orkney Islands, KW15 1DN, Scotland
    01856-875687

    Known For

    • Healthy choice of classic Italian dishes
    • Pizza Lucano with tomato, mushrooms, olives, peppers, and Parma ham
    • Ice-cream pudding for dessert
  • 4. The Cornerstone

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    The unfussy menu here features dishes such as soups, quiche, and sandwiches by day or steaks and lasagna by night. It isn't fancy, but it is made and served with great enthusiasm and generosity. You're unlikely to find a scone anywhere else as large as the ones here.

    Main St., Scalloway, Shetland Islands, ZE1 0TR, Scotland
    01595-880346

    Known For

    • Mammoth scones
    • Tasty quiches
    • Friendly, welcoming atmosphere

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No dinner Sun.–Thurs
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