Ayr Surrounding Areas Food & Drink Guide
There are a lot of brilliant establishments in the outskirts of Ayr, including cafes and restaurants, all of which are worth making the trip out for. Including Alloway, the birthplace of Scotland’s national bard, Robert Burns.
Take a look at our guide below on where to visit…
Cafes
The Coo Shed, South Corton Farm
Set up in 2017, as an add-on to the already successful and well-established plant nursery, Corton Plants, The Coo Shed is a family-run coffee shop that showcases the best of homemade food and baking. In addition to the coffee shop, there is ‘The Milk Hoose’; a vending machine containing baking, sandwiches and meals. Plus, a milk vending machine, with milk from their own dairy herd, where you can make your own milkshakes.
Visit their website here
Burns Birthplace Museum Cafe
Based in Alloway, the museum offers a brilliant day out where you can discover and celebrate the life of Robert Burns. You will find Burns’ Cottage, Poet’s Path, Monument & Gardens, Museum Tour, Play Area and also a Cafe. The cafe sells freshly made hot food, snacks, soup and delicious home baking. It can be found in the main museum building. On a sunny day, you can sit outside and enjoy the gardens!
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The Bothy Cafe at River Garden, Auchincruive
The River Garden is a social enterprise and development centre for those in the early stages of recovery from drugs and alcohol. The cafe is a wonderful place for the community and visitors to come together. They serve fresh homemade soups, sandwiches, freshly baked cakes and scones with homegrown River Garden produce. With the added bonus of daily specials and a seasonal menu, there will always be something new to try.
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Restaurants
Brig O’ Doon House Hotel, Alloway
Situated on the banks of the River Doon, Brig O’ Doon is an award-winning luxury hotel, restaurant and wedding venue. Traditional dishes using local produce is only one reason to take a visit here. A relaxing retreat in the midst of historical Ayrshire, you are guaranteed to leave feeling refreshed and charmed by the scenery.
Discover everything that they have to offer here
Hollybush Inn
This is a little hidden gem, tucked away in the beautiful Ayrshire countryside. Only 5 miles from Ayr, it’s conveniently located on the roadside of the A713. Locally sourced ingredients, including locally brewed ales, are only some of the reasons to make a visit to The Hollybush Inn. This is the place to enjoy good food in a relaxed atmosphere.
See some of their dishes here
The Greenside, Maybole
Only a short drive from Ayr, Turnberry & Culzean, The Greenside Restaurant offers a relaxed atmosphere in a fully modernised contemporary setting. They combine classic dishes with some modern and unique dishes from around the world. Wood-fired pizzas can also be enjoyed from their home-built pizza oven for a truly authentic pizza experience.
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The Anchorage, Dunure
Offering picturesque views of Ayrshire’s coastline, The Anchorage provides a variety of flavoursome dishes, using local ingredients. Their Specials are updated regularly, and often include fresh seafood. Perfect views and perfect food, what more could you ask for?
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Kirkmichael Arms, Kirkmichael, Maybole
Nestled in the village of Kirkmichael, this is a traditional Scottish pub offering a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. The food is outstanding and will make you want to visit time and time again. Passionate about local produce, their specials reflect what is in season. An example includes ‘local roe deer with parsnip puree, roast carrot, truffled mash, crispy potato and game jus’.
A warm welcome awaits at Kirkmichael Arms
Takeaway
Flaming Indulgence, Maybole
Looking for authentic wood-fired pizza? Look no further than Flaming Indulgence, a mobile pop-up kitchen in a van! They make superb, fresh, hand-thrown Italian-style artisan pizzas, baked in a traditional wood-fired oven. You can hire them to create your own indulgent artisan dining experience, or find them at their regular pop-up events. Follow them on social media for updates on where they are serving.
Choose your pizza here
Shop
Alloway Post Office & Village Store
In addition to being a fantastic post office, you can will a wonderful shop filled with local produce and gifts here. From homemade meals from Indulge, pies from Dalduff Farm, local Ice-Creams, something for lunch, a variety of refreshments and baking; there really is something for everyone. Make a visit soon to discover the great variety of produce that’s on offer.
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