Great food and exceptional value - Michelin starred quality food.Local produce from the large kitchen garden compliments Scottish produce.There are traditional options such as fish and chips / burgers and steak - however I presume this is for the American clientele who stay here. Definitely worthwhile trying the fine dining dishes.
PacGFJ
We visited for dinner and the restaurant was busy but staff were great at making you feel you where the only ones in the room. The food presentation was amazing and the taste was great , the chefs definitely put love in to producing quality food . I could spend all day typing but just don’t take my word, please visit. I know you are waiting for it and when the bill came I would have expected to pay much more. We will be back !!!!
Richard B
We celebrated our 51st wedding anniversary at Rufflets with a meal paid for by friends. The setting is excellent and the staff attentive and very professional. Our food choices were spot on and without fault. The dining room was quiet on the Sunday evening in question which was a little disappointing. However in no way did this detract from the occasion. Rufflets is one of several excellent restaurants in St Andrews.
Joyce Fullerton
Loved every minute. Would go back agaiñ
H2559DFbrianp
Went for Xmas lunch at £125 per head staff and management poor no wine list offered ask and ordered drinks before starter had to remind them near end of main course they had forgotten no cutlery with cheese course which actually was served warm and runny Want be back
C Mac
I do not like writing negative reviews, but I am sorry to say that I have little option on this one. Simply stated, the food here falls very far short of what one might expect for the price. Receiving the bill took me beyond disappointment and into the realm of angry shock.We dined here, and it must be said that the staff were helpful and attentive. Mind you, they did not have many diners to look after, the reason for which became clearer as dinner proceeded. We all wanted the 'Scottish lamb', which would have made the cook's job easier (I am not going to honour him/her with the title 'chef'). "Dog food" is the best epithet we could find for the compressed brick of dry shredded meat; the chorizo sausage was full of bone splinters; there were the obligatory six tiny pointless dots of an unidentifiable vegetable purée; some tired girolles; all of it cold when it arrived at the table.This is a beautiful hotel, set in wonderful grounds - that does not mean it can charge ritzy prices when the cook cannot produce the goods. I could go on, but it would serve no purpose other than to remind myself that I paid a king's ransom for a tinker's dinner.
Margaret McLaren
Love place for function and meal
Z2314VYbrianh
Rufflets Hotel was a regular venue for family gatherings on numerous occasions and weekend afternoon snacks for a sandwich and coffee. Even a family wedding a few years ago and it was an amazing day. After lock down we decided to have another family gathering for a lunch in the restaurant. The food was VERY average and the staff were pleasant enough but the biggest shock was getting the bill. £££££ so expensive now. Really wasn’t worth the cost, After over a year we decided to give the hotel another try for a sandwich & coffee. If it wasn’t for a wedding party the hotel was practically empty. We went into the bar area I ordered Prawn cocktail @ £12.50 so was expecting something special. My wife ordered the Artizan bread platter @ £4.50 and we both had scone & jam. The prawn cocktail was a goblet half filled with lettuce and prawns on the top no garnish whatsoever with a couple of bits of bread. My wife’s Artizan was laughable a few slices of bread with a pat of butter. The scones were bite size and very dry. The staff again were pleasant enough. Such a shame as the venue & grounds are lovely. Surely with other comments about price and the fact it is empty should the management not be looking at the prices. What happened to the normal sandwiches not everyone wants “Devilled egg mayonnaise “ Think I will stick to going to The Links when in St Andrews.
Lisa O
Absolutely fantastic food, lovely room (twin beds!), big, modern bath. Wonderful service-highly recommended! Garden and terrace were nice.
Mac_an_Toiseach
I do not like writing negative reviews, but I am sorry to say that I have little option on this one. Simply stated, the food here falls very far short of what one might expect for the price. Receiving the bill took me beyond disappointment and into the realm of angry shock. We dined here, and it must be said that the staff were helpful and attentive. Mind you, they did not have many diners to look after, the reason for which became clearer as dinner proceeded. We all wanted the 'Scottish lamb', which would have made the cook's job easier (I am not going to honour him/her with the title 'chef'). "Dog food" is the best epithet we could find for the compressed brick of dry shredded meat; the chorizo sausage was full of bone splinters; there were the obligatory six tiny pointless dots of an unidentifiable vegetable purée; some tired girolles; all of it cold when it arrived at the table. This is a beautiful hotel, set in wonderful grounds - that does not mean it can charge ritzy prices when the cook cannot produce the goods. I could go on, but it would serve no purpose other than to remind myself that I paid a king's ransom for a tinker's dinner.
My partner, friends and I chose our starters and mains in advance of the day from a very limited menu. I had the ham hough starter, which was acceptable. My main main course consisted of a lump of chicken served with a dollop of mashed potato, and a dollop of mashed cabbage, surrounded with some gravy. The whole dish looked rather unappetising, and was served nearly cold. I've had better school dinners.
paulinemedd
A lot of money for quite sad food. We've been going to this hotel for years and years absolutely delighted by the food my husband died three years ago and we decided this Saturday to go for a meal we were severely disappointed by the quality something quite frankly we could've made it home quite easily. What is worse we put in a complaint and they haven't even answered
Loryd1
Although a beautiful setting, I would not recommend the afternoon tea. We booked this as part of our mini-moon on a friends recommendation. The sandwich fillings were tasty but the bread was stale, rock hard, as if it had been sitting out for hours uncovered. The atmosphere resembled a funeral home. We were one of two bookings and the room was in silence, I could hear the other party chewing from across the room. Some background music would perhaps have helped to add some atmosphere to the experience. The scones were nice and the cakes were ok. The service was good but there is no way I could recommend this experience which is disappointing.
Sadie109
I have been coming to Ruffles for years , but the past 3/4 yrs have been very disappointing, 4 of us had Sunday lunch . Each of us was SO disappointed. Roast beef dinner was SWAMPED in SALT GRAVY ! Could not taste anything else on the plate . Yorkshire’s were ghastly and dry . Friends Risotto was inedible . Deserts were equally disappointing . Will NOT be returning any time soon or recommending to friends
Annie Hall Martin
Came for some tea, scones, and a stroll around the gardens. Everything was lovely! The staff were all very welcoming and friendly toward my little baby and I appreciated the nice baby changing station in the bathroom.
Great food and exceptional value - Michelin starred quality food.Local produce from the large kitchen garden compliments Scottish produce.There are traditional options such as fish and chips / burgers and steak - however I presume this is for the American clientele who stay here. Definitely worthwhile trying the fine dining dishes.
We visited for dinner and the restaurant was busy but staff were great at making you feel you where the only ones in the room. The food presentation was amazing and the taste was great , the chefs definitely put love in to producing quality food . I could spend all day typing but just don’t take my word, please visit. I know you are waiting for it and when the bill came I would have expected to pay much more. We will be back !!!!
We celebrated our 51st wedding anniversary at Rufflets with a meal paid for by friends. The setting is excellent and the staff attentive and very professional. Our food choices were spot on and without fault. The dining room was quiet on the Sunday evening in question which was a little disappointing. However in no way did this detract from the occasion. Rufflets is one of several excellent restaurants in St Andrews.
Loved every minute. Would go back agaiñ
Went for Xmas lunch at £125 per head staff and management poor no wine list offered ask and ordered drinks before starter had to remind them near end of main course they had forgotten no cutlery with cheese course which actually was served warm and runny Want be back
I do not like writing negative reviews, but I am sorry to say that I have little option on this one. Simply stated, the food here falls very far short of what one might expect for the price. Receiving the bill took me beyond disappointment and into the realm of angry shock.We dined here, and it must be said that the staff were helpful and attentive. Mind you, they did not have many diners to look after, the reason for which became clearer as dinner proceeded. We all wanted the 'Scottish lamb', which would have made the cook's job easier (I am not going to honour him/her with the title 'chef'). "Dog food" is the best epithet we could find for the compressed brick of dry shredded meat; the chorizo sausage was full of bone splinters; there were the obligatory six tiny pointless dots of an unidentifiable vegetable purée; some tired girolles; all of it cold when it arrived at the table.This is a beautiful hotel, set in wonderful grounds - that does not mean it can charge ritzy prices when the cook cannot produce the goods. I could go on, but it would serve no purpose other than to remind myself that I paid a king's ransom for a tinker's dinner.
Love place for function and meal
Rufflets Hotel was a regular venue for family gatherings on numerous occasions and weekend afternoon snacks for a sandwich and coffee. Even a family wedding a few years ago and it was an amazing day. After lock down we decided to have another family gathering for a lunch in the restaurant. The food was VERY average and the staff were pleasant enough but the biggest shock was getting the bill. £££££ so expensive now. Really wasn’t worth the cost, After over a year we decided to give the hotel another try for a sandwich & coffee. If it wasn’t for a wedding party the hotel was practically empty. We went into the bar area I ordered Prawn cocktail @ £12.50 so was expecting something special. My wife ordered the Artizan bread platter @ £4.50 and we both had scone & jam. The prawn cocktail was a goblet half filled with lettuce and prawns on the top no garnish whatsoever with a couple of bits of bread. My wife’s Artizan was laughable a few slices of bread with a pat of butter. The scones were bite size and very dry. The staff again were pleasant enough. Such a shame as the venue & grounds are lovely. Surely with other comments about price and the fact it is empty should the management not be looking at the prices. What happened to the normal sandwiches not everyone wants “Devilled egg mayonnaise “ Think I will stick to going to The Links when in St Andrews.
Absolutely fantastic food, lovely room (twin beds!), big, modern bath. Wonderful service-highly recommended! Garden and terrace were nice.
I do not like writing negative reviews, but I am sorry to say that I have little option on this one. Simply stated, the food here falls very far short of what one might expect for the price. Receiving the bill took me beyond disappointment and into the realm of angry shock. We dined here, and it must be said that the staff were helpful and attentive. Mind you, they did not have many diners to look after, the reason for which became clearer as dinner proceeded. We all wanted the 'Scottish lamb', which would have made the cook's job easier (I am not going to honour him/her with the title 'chef'). "Dog food" is the best epithet we could find for the compressed brick of dry shredded meat; the chorizo sausage was full of bone splinters; there were the obligatory six tiny pointless dots of an unidentifiable vegetable purée; some tired girolles; all of it cold when it arrived at the table. This is a beautiful hotel, set in wonderful grounds - that does not mean it can charge ritzy prices when the cook cannot produce the goods. I could go on, but it would serve no purpose other than to remind myself that I paid a king's ransom for a tinker's dinner.
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My partner, friends and I chose our starters and mains in advance of the day from a very limited menu. I had the ham hough starter, which was acceptable. My main main course consisted of a lump of chicken served with a dollop of mashed potato, and a dollop of mashed cabbage, surrounded with some gravy. The whole dish looked rather unappetising, and was served nearly cold. I've had better school dinners.
A lot of money for quite sad food. We've been going to this hotel for years and years absolutely delighted by the food my husband died three years ago and we decided this Saturday to go for a meal we were severely disappointed by the quality something quite frankly we could've made it home quite easily. What is worse we put in a complaint and they haven't even answered
Although a beautiful setting, I would not recommend the afternoon tea. We booked this as part of our mini-moon on a friends recommendation. The sandwich fillings were tasty but the bread was stale, rock hard, as if it had been sitting out for hours uncovered. The atmosphere resembled a funeral home. We were one of two bookings and the room was in silence, I could hear the other party chewing from across the room. Some background music would perhaps have helped to add some atmosphere to the experience. The scones were nice and the cakes were ok. The service was good but there is no way I could recommend this experience which is disappointing.
I have been coming to Ruffles for years , but the past 3/4 yrs have been very disappointing, 4 of us had Sunday lunch . Each of us was SO disappointed. Roast beef dinner was SWAMPED in SALT GRAVY ! Could not taste anything else on the plate . Yorkshire’s were ghastly and dry . Friends Risotto was inedible . Deserts were equally disappointing . Will NOT be returning any time soon or recommending to friends
Came for some tea, scones, and a stroll around the gardens. Everything was lovely! The staff were all very welcoming and friendly toward my little baby and I appreciated the nice baby changing station in the bathroom.