Ron Mackenna is one of Scotland's leading restaurant critics. Here's his rundown of the best our country has to offer. How many have you visited?
Sutor Creek, 21 Bank Street, Cromarty, 01381 600855 Cafe/restaurant/gallery with great views and great pizzas
Eusebi’s Gibson Street, Glasgow, eusebideli.com A new standard in Italian cooking.
The Sorn Inn Main Street, Sorn, 01290 551305 Popular country inn with superb cooking and staff.
Mark’s deli Burnfield Road, Giffnock, 0141 638 8947 Sells the best hot salt beef sandwich in Glasgow.
Ting Thai Caravan Teviot Place, Edinburgh, 0131 225 9801 Invigorating street food. Very busy. Queues likely.
Riverhill West Nile Street, Glasgow, 0141 248 3495 International dishes and sensational flavours.
Boath House Auldearn, Nairn, 01667 454896 Michelin-starred mansion. Friendly, good prices.
The Gannet Argyle Street, Glasgow, 0141 204 2081 The best food in Glasgow at the price.
Braidwoods Drumastle Mill Cottage, Dalry, 01294 833544 Quaint country cottage flying the Michelin flag.
Turnip & Enjoy Great Western Road, Glasgow, 0141 334 6622 Finding its feet but bears the hallmarks of greatness.
The Potting Shed at Inshriach By Aviemore, 01540 651287 Cakes, buns, birds and scenery.
The Salisbury Nithsdale Road, Glasgow, 0141 423 0084 Great value food cooked with flair. Top vibe too.
Pig’Halle South Street, Perth, 01738 248784 Simple, impeccably cooked French food.
Porter & Rye Argyle Street, Glasgow, 0141 572 1212 Taking the steak house concept to the next level.
Ox and Finch Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow, 0141 339 8627 Super trendy but very, very good. Hip cuisine.
21212 Royal Terrace, Edinburgh, 0845 222 1212 A Michelin-starred lunch for £30? Unbeatable.
The Peat Inn By Cupar, 01334 840206 Michelin magic with brilliant bargain lunch.
Number 16 Byres Road, Glasgow, 0141 339 2544 Stylish neighbourhood favourite. Clever cooking.
Cafe Breizh High Street, Perth, 01738 444427 Authentic French cooking. Perfect for a light lunch.
The Cottonrake Bakery Great Western Road, Glasgow, 07910 282040 Artisan pies, crostini and amazing cakes.
Brian Maule at Chardon D’or West Regent Street, Glasgow, 0141 248 3801 Classic, steady and now more affordable.
If you know a restaurant Ron should visit email him at ronmackenna@fastmail.com
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