Our Favourite Food & Drink
South Harris has much to offer in terms of locally produced food and drink. With the right contacts it is possible to source freshly landed langoustine, crab and lobster to enjoy back at the Croft.
We have put together a list of some of our favourites to help you as you arrive. If you are interested in eating in one of the restaurants, we would advise making an early booking so you are not disappointed.
Here is a list of most of what’s available in South Harris – but always check Facebook pages or websites for up-to-date information on opening times.
Scarista House
For a special treat, this is a lovely setting for a delicious meal based around local produce. – a Georgian former manse 20 minutes drive up the west coast. Tim and Patricia run this boutique hotel overlooking Scarista beach with a deeply personal feel. There’s a pretty good cellar, as well. Book well ahead to get a table!
- Sgarasta Bheag, Isle of Harris, HS3 3HX
- (+44) 1859 550238
- https://scaristahouse.com/food-wine/
North Harbour Bistro
Well worth the drive, George’s bistro on the Isle of Scalpay has won awards for what is arguably the best fish restaurant in the Hebrides. Check Facebook page for latest information.
- North Harbour, Isle of Scalpay HS4 3XU
- (+44) 1859 540218
- https://www.facebook.com/NorthHarbourBistro/
Temple Harris
The Apothecary, Leverburgh
At the Apothecary, by the pier in Leverburgh, you can buy and drink speciality coffee and teas as well as visit Amanda Saurin’s georgeous shop, selling amazing, locally produced A.S. Apothecary products.
- 22 Northton, Isle of Harris, HS3 3JA
- 07487 557626
- https://www.templeharris.com
Croft 36
Julie has run award-winning Croft 36 since 2010 using locally sourced seafood and home grown produce to offer delicious takeaway food such as crab or langoustine soup, apricot and almond frangipane and fabulous lobster and langoustine butteries. It all operates on an honesty box system…get there early as she sells out!
Check her Faceboook page for nights when she makes home-made curry, pizza and boeuf bourginon.
- 36 Northton, Isle of Harris HS3 3JA
- 01859 520779
- https://www.facebook.com/Croft36/
Isle of Harris Brewery
Isle of Harris Brewery is found at the pier in Leverburgh, and you’ll find a warm welcome from Nick and Anna. Nick brews a range of delicious beers and there is an excellent menu.
The deli offers a good selection of Scottish produce as well as coffee and locally baked cakes.
From this season, the brewery will also be open for Sunday lunch.
Sit and enjoy the view, the sun setting from the restaurant or, if weather permits, the deck.
No booking. Just arrive.
- 07584 354144
- https://www.isleofharrisbrewery.com/
Lorna's Larder
Lorna’s Larder, a catering van based at the Tarbert Marina, offers delicious fresh food including a fish and seafood ‘taster box’, local langoustine tails and a variety of imaginative burgers.
- Ferry Rd, Isle of Harris HS5 3UB
- (+44) 7740 918795
- https://www.facebook.com/lornaslarder/
The Butty Bus
On the pier in Leverburgh, the Butty Bus serves cooked to order fish & chips, burgers and curries… there is often a home-made Cullen Skink too. A great favourite for those waiting for the ferry to the Uists.
- Pier Rd, Leverburgh, Isle of Harris HS5 3UF
- (+44) 7899 786574
- https://www.facebook.com/buttybus/
Isle of Harris Distillery
Of course it would be rude not to mention the Isle of Harris Distillery in Tarbert. The shop not only sells their eponymous gin but it is now possible to buy their inaugural Single Malt, The Hearach. Dedicated gin and whisky tours should be booked in advance. The café serves great coffee and baking.
- Tarbert, Isle of Harris, HS3 3DJ
- 01859 502212
- www.harrisdistillery.com
