FOOD : Review of Badachro Inn, Wester Ross, Scottish Highlands

Visit Wester Ross asked me if I was a west coaster? My reply after having wandered around Gairloch and Badachro area of the Scottish islands, is that I most definitely am and I can also declare I am a west coaster that eats all the good food.

Badachro is located along a very winding yet scenic single track road (with passing areas). You almost think you cant go any further, yet drive over one last hill for it to open up into this incredible coastal sea scape where white houses hug the coastline. The village of Badachro loves to slumber and even perhaps hibernate on the surface, but head to Badachro Inn and you’ll find the beating heart of a vibrant and lively community.

REVIEW OF DINNER AT BADACHRO INN, WESTER ROSS, SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS

A headed to the Badachro Inn for dinner. I was going to walk from Badachro Distillery where I was staying to the Inn - probably a 15 minute walk - but its unbelievably dark here. Even my phone torch didn’t penetrate the darkness more than one metre in front of me. As a city gal, and fairly clumsy to boot, I knew I’d end up in a ditch along the way and really didn’t fancy getting covered in mud. So I sacrificed having a drink and took the car.

On arrival the Inn was lively with locals and visitors alike. I can see this being the absolute number one spot to dine at come the lighter months and Summer time. The bar has a lovely cosy atmosphere with a roaring fire. There is also a larger dining area with full views over the water and a large patio outdoor dining area. You would want to be here on a gorgeous sunny day, drinking a cold pint and gorging on fresh local seafood.

But it’s not all about the sunshine. Badachro Inn is open all year round, and if the sun ain’t shining, owner Martyn will certainly brighten up your day with great bants and much laughter plus fresh seafood is available!

I couldn’t resist checking out their social media and sample menu early morning, already deciding and salivating all day at the thought of tucking into some incredible fresh local Scottish langoustines.

I set my expectations low as many restaurants really rip you off when it comes to seafood. I didn’t have to…imagine my sheer delight when this mahoosive plate of six big fat juicy creel caught Gairloch langoustines with a mayo dip, salad and crispy bread (£17.95) landed on my table! Wow - just wow.

The menu is written on a chalk board and this night featured starters of :

Great Glen Charcuterie Venison Salami, Pork Salami, Focacia Bread and salad (£8.95) OR Goats Cheese, caramelised onions, and walnuts (£6.95)

Mains featured dishes like :

Beef Steak pie, chips and peas (£16.95) OR Scottish Salmon oven baked with green beans and dauphinois potatoes (£18.95)

As tempting as these other dishes were… it was the langos that stole my heart. Portion size is decent here - with every dish coming out the kitchen looking incredible and empty plates being returned to the kitchen. I think that says it all really.

Badachro Inn also have a Retail Wine Selection - check out their socials for more info as well as Stag and Dough, an outdoor pizza and prosecco van that sprung up during lockdown and due the the success now has a permanent parking space in front of the Inn. Currently only open at the weekends which should change come the start of the season.

Would I go back to Badachro Inn? Hell yes. Time and time again. I wish I lived closer as this would definitely become my local!

A massive thank you to owners Martyn and Lesley for their warm and welcoming hospitality. I will be back.

Badachro Inn, Badachro, Wester Ross. www.badachroinn.com

My Spoon Award : Tartan Spoon 10/10

I was invited by Badachro Inn to review their menu. Food and drink were complimentary but the views are very much my own. This is a sponsored post with Visit Wester Ross