Rhu Inn in Argyll & Bute

Very friendly, welcoming spot. Run by volunteers in the community. Fantastic views of Loch Awe from the terrace at the back!

This is the first place I head to every time I get to Rothesay. The best coffee on the island - no competition. Plus an incredible salted hot chocolate (I buy bags of the stuff to take back to London), plus amazing pastries and excellent soup for lunch. And Mhairi and her team are always good for a natter and to bring you up to speed on the island gossip and recent celebrity sightings. I also rarely leave without a new pair of earrings thanks to the Bonnie Bling range they stock.

No fuss, good value food. Been a half dozen times over the last year and never been disappointed. My go-to for a soup and a bowl of chips on the side. Good selection of local produce on the shelves too .

Very nice address in Tarbert. The atmosphere is nice, the team welcoming and friendly and above all the dishes are excellent. I recommend!

This cafe went above and beyond. Not only did I get chips and cheese with a coffee (after a 30mile bike ride) but I also managed to charge my phone and when I asked when the ferry was due got an up to the minute status