RESTAURANT & BAR

 

DINING

Our philosophy is to source the very best local and Scottish produce and cook it simply. Focusing on Colonsay shellfish, fish, organic salads and vegetables, as well as outstanding Scottish lamb, beef and game, the menu changes seasonally.

 

Lunch is freshly baked bread, soups, tarts and shellfish served with salad leaves that we grow in our kitchen garden, all simple but delicious.

 

The Colonsay has a children’s menu, all food is freshly cooked, and may range from local fish and chips, to organic chicken breast and the house burger. We have a set price two course pre-ferry supper on Friday and Sunday evenings, which can be enjoyed while waiting for the evening ferry.

 

Our relaxed and informal restaurant has harbour views, a woodburning stove and white linen tablecloths. In keeping with our easy going style however, you can eat anywhere in The Colonsay that appeals to you.

 

BAR

Our bar is the hub of island life. Locals, tourists, families and passing yachties all mingle happily in the bar, log room, old dining room and library.

With three roaring log fires, comfy sofas, books and games, there is a relaxed spot for everyone.

On some evenings, instruments are brought out and local Scottish music is the order of the day.

 

We have a carefully thought out wine list that offers great value wines as well as some selected fine wines for those special occasions.

We have our locally brewed Colonsay beer on tap.  We also carry a range of bottle conditioned ales and an extensive array of malt whiskies.

SAMPLE MENUS

 

Dinner      28th may 2010

 

Colonsay oysters 1/6/12

 1.55/7.90/15.00

 

 

Smoked mackerel pate, melba toast

4.95

Langoustines, mayonnaise

8.50

Dunsyre blue, chicory, pear and hazelnut salad

5.95

Tempura squid, lemon mayonnaise

5.50

Baked haddock, chips and tartar sauce

11.50

Roast hake, haricot beans and chorizo with mussels

14.95

The colonsay burger, coleslaw and chips

12.50

Sirloin steak, chips, pepper sauce

17.95

Spring lamb casserole, wilted greens

11.95

Spaghetti, goat’s curd, wild garlic and thyme

10.95

   

Sides

2.50

Additional bread slate

Green salad

Wilted greens with garlic and chilli

Real chips

 

 

Cheese slate  (from Iain Mellis in Edinburgh)

 

 1/2/3 cheeses

2.95/5.95/8.95

 

 

Tonight’s cheeses are Isle of Mull cheddar, Grimbister, Strathdon Blue

 

 

 

Puddings

4.00

With a glass of Casa La Ermita Viognier Dulce, Jumilla

7.00

Pink rhubarb fool

 

Raspberry cranachan

 

Orange, Colonsay honey and vanilla ice-creams

 

2.00 a scoop

 

Lunch      18th march 2009

 

Thick-cut ham sandwich, pickle and salad Isle of Mull cheddar sandwich, chutney and salad

4.25

(Cheese and ham together)   

5.95 

Langoustines, bread, mayo and salad 

7.95

Lamb casserole

7.50

Smoked mackerel pate, toast and salad   

4.00

Terrine, cornichons, toast and salad   

4.50



MORNING AND AFTERNOON TEA
Coffee and tea is always available. We have biscuits and other delicious baking available in the bar throughout the day and in the afternoon James will have baked a cake.


PRE FERRY SET PRICE MENU
On appropriate ferry nights there is an early set price 2 course menu for those heading to Oban.


CHILDREN
Children up to the age of 10 can choose from their own menu, which is priced accordingly.