Michelin-star restaurants in Scotland

What is a Michelin Star?

Restaurants receive either one, two or three Michelin-stars. They are marked on:

1. The quality of the products
2. The mastery of flavour and cooking
3. The personality of the cuisine
4. The consistency between visits
5. The value for money

For many chefs, a Michelin-star is the most sought-after honour and widely regarded as the hallmark of fine dining.

What's new on the Michelin list in 2025?

It's been a special year for Michelin in Scotland, with the award ceremony for Great Britain & Ireland taking place in Glasgow's Kelvingrove Museum. This year has seen two new Edinburgh restaurants, Lyla and Avery, added to the prestigious list of one star Michelin restaurants in Scotland. 

Lots of other Scottish restaurants have also been awarded the Bib Gourmand distinction this year, which are a must try for any foodie - they are Margot in Glasgow, Gaga in Glasgow, Skua in Edinburgh and Ardfern in Leith. Fish Shop in Ballater has also been distinguished in the guide with distinction and a Michelin Service Award.

Perthshire

Andrew Fairlie, Gleneagles Hotel

• Discreet private entrance at Gleneagles Hotel.
• Very best in French and Scottish cuisine.
• Signature dishes include the smoked lobster, a five-hour infusion served over whisky barrel chips.

Book Andrew Fairlie at Gleneagles

Glenturret Lalique, Crieff

• An intimate restaurant overlooking the old still houses and tumbling waters of River Turret.
• Creative and eclectic dishes on a multi-course tasting menu created by Michelin-star chef Mark Donald.

Book The Glenturret Lalique Restaurant

Glasgow

Cail Bruich

• The name is Gaelic for 'to eat well'.
• Chef Lorna McNee is a former sous chef at two Michelin-star Andrew Fairlie at Gleneagles.
• Offers seasonal menus formed around local, sustainable ingredients.
• Has its own kitchen garden.

Book Cail Bruich

UNALOME by Graeme Cheevers

• Situated near Kelvingrove Park in Glasgow.
• Run by multi award-winning chef patron Graeme Cheevers.
• Dishes draw heavily on modern European influence with occasional inspiration from Japanese cuisine and culture.

Book UNALOME by Graeme Cheevers

Heron

• Situated in the foodie district of Leith, with views out over the Water of Leith.  
• The menu constantly changes at Heron to showcase Scotland’s best local produce and seasonal ingredients.  
• Light, scandi-inspired interiors create a relaxed environment. 
• They also serve a small selection of snacks and bites at their bar to enjoy. 

Book a table at Heron 

Timberyard

• A family-owned business embracing fresh, local produce produced in their kitchen garden. 
• Combines the best of rustic and chic interiors for an atmospheric dining experience. 
• Run by Head Chef, Jimmy Murray, who has worked in restaurants all over the globe.  
• Get expert advice from their in-house sommelier to complement your food with wines from small producers as well as fresh, non-alcoholic options.
• After dinner, settle down with a craft coffee in front of their cosy log-burning stove.

Book a table at Timberyard  

The Kitchin

• Michelin star since 2007.
• Restaurant's philosophy is 'from nature to plate'.
• Chef Tom Kitchin has a passion for putting his own Scottish twist on some classic recipes.

Book The Kitchin

Restaurant Martin Wishart

• Michelin star since 2001.
• Situated on the Shore overlooking the Water of Leith.
• Brings the very best of Scottish and French cuisine to life from its seasonal menus.

Book Restaurant Martin Wishart

Fife

The Peat Inn, near St Andrews

• An uninterrupted history of hospitality for 250 years.
• Modern Scottish cuisine.
• Confident, contemporary cooking of seasonal dishes with the finest Scottish ingredients.
• A restaurant with eight luxury suites also available.

Book The Peat Inn