Best Restaurants in Portree

In total, there is 1 award winning restaurant in Portree, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more restaurants in Portree? Remember at Leading Restaurants we only list restaurants holding awards from major restaurant guides; currently less than 3% of all restaurants in the UK and Ireland hold an award from a major guide.

The best restaurant in Portree is Scorrybreac Restaurant in Isle of Skye (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where the kitchen team serves up award winning Modern Cuisine. Scorrybreac Restaurant currently holds a standard Michelin Guide listing.

There are currently no restaurants holding a Michelin Star in Portree, however there is 1 restaurant holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.

At present, there are no restaurants holding an AA Rosette in Portree; maybe the AA Guide inspectors will visit in the near future!

Tucked away on the Isle of Skye, Portree is a charming harbour town that has become something of a culinary beacon in the Scottish Highlands. Though modest in size, it punches well above its weight when it comes to delivering a distinctive dining experience that reflects both the rugged beauty of its surroundings and the traditions of Hebridean fare. Historically a fishing village, Portree offers an abundance of fresh seafood, often served up just hours after being caught in the cold, clean waters of the Atlantic. Local restaurants such as The Lower Deck and Sea Breezes have earned well-deserved reputations for their exquisitely prepared shellfish platters and smoked fish dishes, underscoring a deep connection to the sea that is both historic and enduring. In recent years, a wave of culinary creativity has taken hold in Portree, with chefs proudly marrying traditional Scottish ingredients to modern techniques. Venison, wild garlic, and homemade oatcakes feature alongside more contemporary flourishes, infused with global influences but never straying far from their Skye roots. The town's restaurant scene, while still largely informal and cosy, carries a quiet confidence and a focus on quality that rivals some of the UK's more metropolitan centres. Whether seated in a heritage inn overlooking the misty Cuillin Hills or in a humble seafront bistro, one is struck not just by the food, but by its provenance and the pride with which it is served. Dining in Portree is not merely about sustenance—it is a celebration of place and palate.