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Shetland · Best Restaurants · Curated · Updated 2026
Best Restaurants in Shetland
Discover the best restaurants in Shetland. Find inspiration for your trip with our curated list of top-rated spots, local favorites, and hidden gems.
The 10 best restaurants in Shetland
Frankie's Fish & Chips
Shetland's premier fish and chips haven in Brae, where fresh haddock meets crispy batter and generous chips, blending casual dine-in charm with takeaway perfection amid island adventures.
Brae, Shetland ZE2 9QJ
The Dowry
Quirky Lerwick gem serving inventive island cuisine in a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
98 Commercial St, Lerwick, Shetland ZE1 0EX
The Grand Hotel
Historic Lerwick harborfront hotel where legendary breakfasts, harbor views, and unbeatable staff hospitality create authentic Shetland memories amid Victorian charm and island energy.
149 Commercial St, Lerwick, Shetland ZE1 0AN
No 88 Kitchen and Bar
Savor Shetland’s freshest seafood and local lamb in a cozy, modern British restaurant at the heart of Lerwick’s vibrant dining scene.
88 Commercial St, Lerwick, Shetland ZE1 0EX
The Great Wall
Experience authentic Cantonese flavors at The Great Wall, Lerwick’s largest and most accessible Chinese restaurant in the heart of Shetland.
14 Commercial Rd, Lerwick, Shetland ZE1 0LX
Gurkha Kitchen
Award-winning Nepali and Indian cuisine in the heart of Lerwick, where authentic Himalayan flavors meet island warmth.
33 North Rd, Lerwick, Shetland ZE1 0NQ
C’est la Vie
Cozy French bistro in Lerwick serving authentic Basque-style cuisine with warm hospitality and a charming eclectic interior.
181 Commercial St, Lerwick, Shetland ZE1 0HX
Saffron
Saffron brings authentic Nepalese and Indian flavors to Lerwick with warm hospitality and a relaxed dining atmosphere.
4 North Rd, Lerwick, Shetland ZE1 0NP
The New Harbour Cafe
Cozy Lerwick cafe dishing up piping-hot Scottish breakfasts and Shetland Sassermaet with unbeatable value in a warm, community-hearted spot.
2 Merson Moads, Lerwick, Shetland ZE1 0LL
Da Haaf Restaurant
Savor fresh Shetland seafood and traditional Scottish dishes with stunning harbor views at Da Haaf Restaurant in Scalloway.
Port Arthur Rd, Scalloway, Shetland ZE1 0UN
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