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Orkney · Best Restaurants · Curated · Updated 2026
Best Restaurants in Orkney
Discover the best restaurants in Orkney. Find inspiration for your trip with our curated list of top-rated spots, local favorites, and hidden gems.
The 10 best restaurants in Orkney
Ferry Inn Stromness
A cozy, historic inn on Stromness harbour offering hearty local cuisine and warm hospitality just steps from the ferry terminal.
10 John St, Stromness KW16 3AD
Helgi's
A vibrant harbourfront gastropub blending Orkney’s Viking heritage with fresh local fare and lively community spirit.
14 Harbour St, Kirkwall KW15 1LE
The Sands Hotel, Orkney
A welcoming coastal retreat on Burray Island with stunning sea views, excellent dining, and warm hospitality in the heart of Orkney.
Burray, Orkney KW17 2SS
The Storehouse Restaurant with Rooms
A boutique dining and accommodation gem in Kirkwall blending historic charm with world-class local cuisine and cozy rooms.
Bridge St, Wynd, Kirkwall KW15 1JD
The Foveran
A family-run British restaurant with rooms offering exquisite local cuisine and stunning countryside views in Kirkwall, Orkney.
A964, Kirkwall KW15 1SF
The Murray Arms Hotel & Seafood Restaurant
Historic charm meets fresh seafood in Orkney’s welcoming Murray Arms Hotel, a cozy coastal retreat in St Margaret's Hope.
Back Rd, St Margaret's Hope, Orkney KW17 2SP
Skerries Bistro
Experience fresh, locally sourced seafood with breathtaking Pentland Firth views at Skerries Bistro, South Ronaldsay’s coastal dining jewel.
Saint Margarets Hope Cleat, St Margaret's Hope, South Ronaldsay KW17 2RW
The Shore
Modern waterfront hotel in Kirkwall's harbor district with clean rooms, full breakfast, and walking access to town attractions.
Shore St, Kirkwall KW15 1LG
The Orkney Hotel
Historic charm meets cosy comfort and local hospitality in the heart of Kirkwall at The Orkney Hotel.
40-41 Victoria St, Kirkwall KW15 1DN
Lucano
Experience authentic Italian flavors and warm hospitality in the heart of Kirkwall at Lucano, a beloved local restaurant and pizzeria.
31 Victoria St, Kirkwall KW15 1DN
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