The Riverside - Stirling

I highly recommend this restaurant for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. It is a fantastic place with comfortable seating, delicious food, and excellent service. A must-visit while in the Dunblane area.

I tried the Scottish breakfast and it was excellent. The coffee was also very good. I had haggis for the first time and it was delicious. The atmosphere was great and the staff were friendly. I would definitely recommend it.

I have visited this restaurant a few times, but I was very disappointed during my recent visit on Easter Sunday. The service was unwelcoming and abrupt, and we did not feel welcome at all. I wonder if this was because we are not locals. A smile can go a long way in improving the experience. I also felt the manager could be kinder when interacting with their staff. The food was average, especially the Sunday Roast which needs improvement, particularly the frozen potatoes. Making your own would enhance the meal. The risotto with cod was just okay and lacked flavor. The Creme brulee was tasteless and bitter on top, but the Apple tarte tatin was great. I hope the atmosphere and food quality improve, as the restaurant has potential. Please address these issues.

Wow. Simply wow. My wife, daughter (16), and I spent 7 wonderful days in Scotland. Our last couple days were in and around Dunblane. The Riverside is a gem amongst restaurants. The setting beautiful alongside the river. The decor is modern yet somehow tradition. The menu is amazing (my vegetarian wife greatly appreciated the meatless options). The proprietor clearly has a knack for creating positive culinary and entertaining experiences. We saw happy dogs, a 64 year old’s birthday, and young children being allowed to be kids. Mhairi was a wonderful and engaging waitperson. All and all a 10:10.

Excellent Sunday Lunch cooked to perfection with fresh local ingredients. Excellent. Staff were knowledgeable and attentive which made the experience.