The 2 courses menu is an excellent choice. Affordable with an amazing and fulfilling food.
Ga be
Very nice little place, lovely staff, insultingly small portions for how much they charge. £20 for a single medium size vegetable fritter (admittedly delicious), two small slices each of beetroot and a mandarin, and a paltry smattering of green beans (the pile it high with arugula to make it seem like they’ve given you a full meal).
Liz MacDonald
An outstanding dining experience at McBains! Celebrated our friends diamond wedding anniversary there and the staff went out of their way to make it special. It was one of the best meals we have had in Inverness.We will definately be back!Many Thanks!
Shona Varney
A lovely riverside restaurant, food was divine, lovely selection of wines and good service. Well worth a visit, I will be back.
alisdair barnett
We had a lovely lunch here today. Excellent food, fantastic service and good value.
Carol Demetrios
Visited August 2023….Very nice place, good food. Everything we ordered was tasty (scallops, venison, haggis, chicken) and served with panache. Right on the river, so nice to walk around the area.
Fabrizio Garino
During my recent trip to Inverness, I had the pleasure of dining at McBain’s, a restaurant that now holds a special place in my culinary heart. From the first taste, the exceptional quality of the ingredients was evident, a fundamental aspect for any respectable establishment.Each dish served was a perfect balance of flavors, meticulously crafted to create culinary experiences that delighted the palate without ever becoming tiresome. This attention to detail and flavor subtlety is something seldom encountered and deserves to be highlighted.What particularly impressed me was how each ingredient was showcased, allowing their freshness and quality to be fully savored. The dishes were not only a delight for the palate but also a feast for the eyes, presented with aesthetics that elevated the entire dining experience.Additionally, the ambiance at McBain’s contributed to making the experience even more enjoyable. The staff was welcoming, professional, and attentive, creating a relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere, ideal for enjoying a quality meal.In conclusion, McBain’s is not just a restaurant, but a culinary destination not to be missed for anyone in Inverness. It’s certainly a place I wish to return to, a gem that merits a special visit.
fabriziog496
During my recent trip to Inverness, I had the pleasure of dining at McBain’s, a restaurant that now holds a special place in my culinary heart. From the first taste, the exceptional quality of the ingredients was evident, a fundamental aspect for any respectable establishment. Each dish served was a perfect balance of flavors, meticulously crafted to create culinary experiences that delighted the palate without ever becoming tiresome. This attention to detail and flavor subtlety is something seldom encountered and deserves to be highlighted. What particularly impressed me was how each ingredient was showcased, allowing their freshness and quality to be fully savored. The dishes were not only a delight for the palate but also a feast for the eyes, presented with aesthetics that elevated the entire dining experience. Additionally, the ambiance at McBain’s contributed to making the experience even more enjoyable. The staff was welcoming, professional, and attentive, creating a relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere, ideal for enjoying a quality meal. In conclusion, McBain’s is not just a restaurant, but a culinary destination not to be missed for anyone in Inverness. It’s certainly a place I wish to return to, a gem that merits a special visit.
Marina Grant
One of the best Christmas meals we have had.
Audrey Owen
Delicious food. Good range if choices. Attentive and pleasant waitress.
Absolutely outstanding!Having dined at most of the “renowned” eateries in Inverness, MacBains is definitely a contender for the top spot.The food was delicious and the staff were friendly, welcoming and efficient.We will definitely be back!
Rona C
We came for lunch ,the food was outstanding service excellent lovely staff good atmosphere better than some of Inverness favourites! Highly recommend and will definitely be back Thank you ?
NeilRo
We booked three couples for a night out and paid a deposit. One couple had to pull out but 4 of us still went and spent a decent amount of money over drinks and dinner. Yet the restaurant still kept the deposit of the couple that pulled out. I find this appalling service given the money we still spent. I would understand if we all cancelled. The food was ok, I've had better, and worse. Up to paying the bill it was nice but the whole experience was closed out by a feeling of greed.
Donald C
Having dined at most of the “renowned” eateries in Inverness, MacBains is definitely a contender for the top spot. The food was delicious and the staff were friendly, welcoming and efficient. We will definitely be back!
mybighonda
Had a really nice meal and the staff were very helpful and accommodating. We are looking forward to returning for another meal. Great wine, local beers and a very cosy restaurant.
The 2 courses menu is an excellent choice. Affordable with an amazing and fulfilling food.
Very nice little place, lovely staff, insultingly small portions for how much they charge. £20 for a single medium size vegetable fritter (admittedly delicious), two small slices each of beetroot and a mandarin, and a paltry smattering of green beans (the pile it high with arugula to make it seem like they’ve given you a full meal).
An outstanding dining experience at McBains! Celebrated our friends diamond wedding anniversary there and the staff went out of their way to make it special. It was one of the best meals we have had in Inverness.We will definately be back!Many Thanks!
A lovely riverside restaurant, food was divine, lovely selection of wines and good service. Well worth a visit, I will be back.
We had a lovely lunch here today. Excellent food, fantastic service and good value.
Visited August 2023….Very nice place, good food. Everything we ordered was tasty (scallops, venison, haggis, chicken) and served with panache. Right on the river, so nice to walk around the area.
During my recent trip to Inverness, I had the pleasure of dining at McBain’s, a restaurant that now holds a special place in my culinary heart. From the first taste, the exceptional quality of the ingredients was evident, a fundamental aspect for any respectable establishment.Each dish served was a perfect balance of flavors, meticulously crafted to create culinary experiences that delighted the palate without ever becoming tiresome. This attention to detail and flavor subtlety is something seldom encountered and deserves to be highlighted.What particularly impressed me was how each ingredient was showcased, allowing their freshness and quality to be fully savored. The dishes were not only a delight for the palate but also a feast for the eyes, presented with aesthetics that elevated the entire dining experience.Additionally, the ambiance at McBain’s contributed to making the experience even more enjoyable. The staff was welcoming, professional, and attentive, creating a relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere, ideal for enjoying a quality meal.In conclusion, McBain’s is not just a restaurant, but a culinary destination not to be missed for anyone in Inverness. It’s certainly a place I wish to return to, a gem that merits a special visit.
During my recent trip to Inverness, I had the pleasure of dining at McBain’s, a restaurant that now holds a special place in my culinary heart. From the first taste, the exceptional quality of the ingredients was evident, a fundamental aspect for any respectable establishment. Each dish served was a perfect balance of flavors, meticulously crafted to create culinary experiences that delighted the palate without ever becoming tiresome. This attention to detail and flavor subtlety is something seldom encountered and deserves to be highlighted. What particularly impressed me was how each ingredient was showcased, allowing their freshness and quality to be fully savored. The dishes were not only a delight for the palate but also a feast for the eyes, presented with aesthetics that elevated the entire dining experience. Additionally, the ambiance at McBain’s contributed to making the experience even more enjoyable. The staff was welcoming, professional, and attentive, creating a relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere, ideal for enjoying a quality meal. In conclusion, McBain’s is not just a restaurant, but a culinary destination not to be missed for anyone in Inverness. It’s certainly a place I wish to return to, a gem that merits a special visit.
One of the best Christmas meals we have had.
Delicious food. Good range if choices. Attentive and pleasant waitress.
Restaurantji Recommends
Absolutely outstanding!Having dined at most of the “renowned” eateries in Inverness, MacBains is definitely a contender for the top spot.The food was delicious and the staff were friendly, welcoming and efficient.We will definitely be back!
We came for lunch ,the food was outstanding service excellent lovely staff good atmosphere better than some of Inverness favourites! Highly recommend and will definitely be back Thank you ?
We booked three couples for a night out and paid a deposit. One couple had to pull out but 4 of us still went and spent a decent amount of money over drinks and dinner. Yet the restaurant still kept the deposit of the couple that pulled out. I find this appalling service given the money we still spent. I would understand if we all cancelled. The food was ok, I've had better, and worse. Up to paying the bill it was nice but the whole experience was closed out by a feeling of greed.
Having dined at most of the “renowned” eateries in Inverness, MacBains is definitely a contender for the top spot. The food was delicious and the staff were friendly, welcoming and efficient. We will definitely be back!
Had a really nice meal and the staff were very helpful and accommodating. We are looking forward to returning for another meal. Great wine, local beers and a very cosy restaurant.