Restaurants in Fort William

The Highland Soap Company Visitor Centre & Larder Cafe

We did the soap making workshop, great fun, very informative and Sarah was a great teacher. The cafe was good nice coffee and food. With a castle just along the road altogether a great place to visit.

Ben Nevis Takeaway

Ben Nevis Takeaway was the only place open that would deliver to Glen Nevis Youth Hostel in the middle of December. The stuffed crust pizza was delicious after a cold day of hiking. Thank you!

Macari's

Some of the best fish and chips we’ve had -beautifully cooked and seasoned (so often the fish and/or batter lacks salt and so is bland), batter wonderfully light and fish meaty, moist and flaky. Chips excellent too. Ice cream also some of the best we’ve had. Highly recommended.

McDonald's

I am glad that McDonald's has staff like Sarita and Mushkaan. Sarita showed me such empathy which is rare to see nowadays. Because of these two ladies I will choose McDonald over fancy restaurant any given time. Keep up the great service and smile, it's rear even in hospitality business.

Vegetarian options: They have vegan burgers and rolls

Abis Kebabs

Very cordial and hard working staff. Halal foods available. Halal foods are fried in seperate oil and all staff very cautious to ensure they are serving you the halal version.

Black Isle Bar Fort William

We didn’t do the West Highland Way hike but we still rewarded ourselves with the Nduja and Hot honey pizza and garlic pizza bread. Great atmosphere and delicious food. Nice beer menu too.

Glen Nevis Restaurant

Best steak I’ve had in years. Absolutely brilliant, and surprisingly great value for money. I’m traveling with my son and spent the last week being ripped off in London, and this has given me my faith back. Absolute gem of a place. Well done.

The Nevis Centre

A good location for spending some time with kids or friends.
The bowling place is fun and also provides the possibility to buy drinks. I liked that they had some special support for launching the ball when playing with young children, as obviously they cannot throw it, but they can slide it on that frame, like a marble game ball. The Cafe has very few options to eat, a few cakes that aren’t made on the spot, some coffee (though not great taste) and snacks. The seating area has about 30 seats, mostly on tables with chairs, but also a couple of couches.
Decent prices for everything, but they could work a little on the quality and service.
I was never impressed about the service. They lack a simple free smile.
Same for the softplay area for kids.
No smiles at all, ever, and I’ve been here many times.
I didn’t like at the softplay the fact that it is always a little cold, but mostly in the winter. Another thing about the top side of the softplay, is that they don’t switch on the lights at all times, and they aren’t with sensors for movement. My son doesn’t feel too comfortable in the semi dark areas there. On the entrance at the softplay, there are tables with seats for about 25 people. I wish they wouldn’t allow the food from outside or the Cafe to be consumed here. The entrance price for kids is up to £5, per session, depending on age.
The toilets are okay, but at times they may be a little messy, because of the volume of people using them.

Travee

My partner and I stayed here for 3 nights and had a lovely time! We especially loved watching the birds in the garden, and taking in the stunning views of Ben Nevis. The town of Corpach is a great location for day trips to many of the beautiful sights around the Fort William area, and Innes and Jean were kind enough to give us lots of tips on how to spend our time there. Great food options and groceries nearby as well! The breakfast provided was top notch, served with an entire pot of tea or coffee! Thank you so much again for having us!

Cameron Square

Roam West

We popped in for dinner. We arrived with small children and needed to eat quickly to get them back for bedtime. The hosts were lovely and the food was very nice and came quickly. Would say it’s a bit dark inside and would be nice to eat outside instead. I believe they do have outdoor seating.

The Grog & Gruel

After spending the day hiking, myself partner and and friends decided to grab some tea here. The staff were friendly. All four of us chose something different off the menu and all four meals were amazing. The salad that comes with the BBQ bacon chicken was out of this world! At

Cafe 115

Great food, quick friendly service, and quiet, calm atmosphere. Several tasty gluten free and vegan options - we liked the gf/vegan pakora and spinach and mushroom risotto. Highly recommend!

The Geographer

Reviews and recommendations brought us to the Geographer, and we’re really glad they did. Maybe it was the long journey on the WHW, but we came in ready for a substantial meal. My husband and I both ordered burgers, and we agreed, those were the best hamburgers we’ve ever had. Tasty, juicy, seasoned and cooked just right. The service was efficient, and the young woman who took care of us was funny, friendly and made us feel welcome. We also had the pleasure of a few words with the manager(?)/ owner(?)/ man in the shirt that said “The Boss”. Again, funny, friendly and welcoming. The whole experience was so satisfying. Note: If you go, there is no indoor waiting area. If you have to wait for a table, you do so on the sidewalk. Hint: It’s Scotland. It rains. Dress accordingly, and come with that understanding. Our experience was that this place turns tables very quickly. We arrived to a line of 10+ people ahead of us. We were seated within 15 minutes.

The Wildcat

WOW. This is a cool place. With lots of vegan food, that is super tasty. And coffee and cakes to die for.
We took the soup (yumm), wrap (amazing), and chickpea curry. All full of flavors.
Staff is relaxed and super friendly. Atmosphere: fantastic. You just need to be lucky to find a space to sit.

Sammy's Fish & Chip Shop

Absolutely lovely - went back to here before heading to Glasgow from Glen Coe just for the Food.
As a Bonus there is also a ShipWreck (56.84080021752801, -5.117155071029272) on the Coastline a few meters away that is world famous too.....

Spice Tandoori

From the moment we walked in, the staff at Spice Tandoori were exceptionally polite, attentive, and welcoming. Their pleasant manner instantly created a warm, inviting atmosphere, and their professionalism in table service and food delivery was faultless.

The restaurant had a relaxed, comfortable vibe where everything seemed to flow effortlessly. The presentation of the dishes was beautiful, and the flavours were absolutely delicious – rich, well-balanced, and cooked to perfection.

Every detail of the experience was carefully attended to, making the whole evening feel special. We left feeling full, happy, and truly satisfied.

Thank you to everyone at Spice Tandoori for not only providing a beautiful meal but for delivering such an outstanding dining experience from start to finish. Highly recommended!

Crannog at Garrison West

5 Stars.

Food: The food was delicious. The two types of meals my family ordered were fish-and-chips and cod. The meals were large, and only one of us finished the full meal. We also ordered squid rings that came with a special sauce for a starter. It was good, no doubt about that.

Service: The waiters were good. It took a little while for the servers to take our orders and for the food to get to us, but other than that the service was great!

Atmosphere: The ambiance of the place was wonderful! The chairs were comfortable and the decorations added to the charm.

The Crofter Bar and Restaurant

We popped in for early dinner. Very friendly staff greeted at the door. We were lucky to get a spot because it was busy. Good food at reasonable price. Lovely atmosphere. Perfect location in town centre. Very dog friendly!

The Kilted Camel

What an absolute gem of a place! Easily the best coffee in Fort William, homemade pastries and pies are to die for. I genuinely crave them and need to go in regularly for my fix now ?. The staff are super friendly and just lovely to chat away to. I love that you can get a tasty quick bite to go, and absolute must if visiting the area.

The Volunteer Arms

Great drinks and service. But karaoke was the best. These Texas ladies had a blast. (Mother-daughter) my daughter got up and sang a bunch. Everyone was super fun and engaging.

Nevis Bakery

Great local bakery, lively customer service, good homemade selection of sweet and savory delights for breakfast and lunch and snacks! Grab and go sandwiches (wrapped and hot pies). Good prices.

The Lochy

Looking for something local and not toursity with great food and great prices then this is the place. We visited after doing the NC500 and wanted some proper food and this place did not disappoint. Near enough to Ben Nevis far enough not to know about it. The staff were lovely and very welcoming. The food portions were very generous. The Baked potatoes are huge and oven cooked to perfection ?

Sunny's Sports Bar

Just had a few days in Fort William with family and found this bar. Couldnt recommend more highly. Lovely owner and great staff. They made us so welcome every time we went in there. Great prices as well.

Blas na Mara

Exactly what a seafood shack should be. Freshest seafood, view of the water, outdoor eating, friendly staff. If you want a sit down restaurant-go elsewhere but if you want the local seaside vibe and to eat well with plenty of time to sight see then stop here.

The best fish & chips we have had all trip! The fish was breaded & fried right in front of us. The tartar sauce was delicious-I would love the recipe. The langoustine was fresh & sweet in that way only fresh seafood can be.

There is one picnic table with umbrella. Otherwise our family of 15 ate on the stairway and enjoyed every minute.

Tradewinds

Thank you for the lovely evening!

Stopped in for a drink here on a stag and ended up staying for hours, had a brilliant time playing bingo (fantastically run, loads of fun)

We were a bit rowdy apologies for that but the staff were so brilliant and understanding!

One of the trip highlights!

The Bistro

We visited the Bistro at Alexandra hotel for an early lunch. It was relatively quiet. The servers were sweet and helpful with our vegetarian requirements. We had the veg burger and the ricotta tortellini and both dishes were good.

Lochaber Cafe

In Fort Williams, there are very few options for a hot meal immediately near the train station. If you have time to walk a little further, there are real restaurants within walking distance. The cafe has very close seating due to the limited space. The full meals are very reasonably priced especially when you think of the packaged items offered on ScotRail.

Deli Barqen Chinese takeaway

Been going here for over 5 years! Is the best food, great service and great value for money!! Super big portions!! Has a great view to!! This place is only take away.Parking: Local car parking no charge

Rio Pizzeria

Absolutely outstanding! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with warm hospitality and an inviting atmosphere. The service was attentive without ever being intrusive, and every member of staff went out of their way to make the experience special.

The food was the real star — beautifully presented, packed with flavour, and clearly made with the freshest ingredients. Each dish was perfectly balanced, with just the right mix of creativity and authenticity. Portions were generous, and every bite left us wanting more.

The ambience was just as impressive — cosy yet elegant, making it perfect for both a casual meal or a special occasion.

All in all, a flawless dining experience. We’ll definitely be coming back and recommending it to everyone we know.

Aroma Cafe

Nice little food place in the middle of town off the High Street. Friendly staff and a good service. Had a lovely panini with salad for a quick lunch with a great view of the loch and hills behind. Will return. ?

The Great Glen - JD Wetherspoon

Came here after finishing the West Highland Way. Food is cheap & plentiful, and the free refills on hot drinks is a godsend. Atmosphere was nice in the sense that we (group of young smelly hikers) weren't rushed out of the door after finishing our food, none of the staff minded us hanging around for a while charging our phones and waiting for a bus.

The Hot Roast Company Ltd

Stopped here at the end of walking the west highland way . Had the pork and apple and stuffing warm bun . Tasted delicious. Finished off with a fully loaded hot chocolate with cream and marshmallows . Been craving for days and it hit the spot . Staff were friendly and great atmosphere

Costa Coffee

Staff polite
Good selection of food
Air con though blasting overhead and dripping water led to a very chilly atmosphere
Toilets in need of a good clean

West Highland Restaurant

I was here in early April 2024 during a 4 day stay in Fort William for some mountain hiking. On a slightly rainy daybit was lovely to visit the shops here, and also the restaurant. They served enjoyable dishes for lunch, the service was very friendly and very smooth. I just had a small wine, a lovely vegetable soup served with a bun, and something sweet as a desert. There was no rush, and I enjoyed talking my time while also having brought something to read. It was spacious, calm, and just very enjoyable.

Morrisons Cafe

The food was actually decent and tbh we were so happy to avoid all the tourist traps on the main street and pay £20 for a quick lunch instead. Those were honest prices for what they served and the two ladies that served us were lovely and kind. Well done