March 2024 by Jake Hewitt
The Kailyard Nick Nairn by the DoubleTree Dunblane was the perfect meal to finish out my time in Scotland. Thanks to my server Craig for the great suggestions. I ordered the smoked salmon as a starter which was light and a great place to begin. The salmon was not overpowering, which I?ve had before, and served over a fresh thin slice of rye. For the main course I ordered the red braised beef daube which was fantastic. The beef easily fell apart and mixed with the mash was wonderful. I also got an old fashioned but with Balvenie Doublewood 12 instead of Woodford Resevere- a much better choice especially in Scotland! If you?re over in the Stirling area of Scotland, you need to eat here.
March 2024 by Jake H.
The Kailyard Nick Nairn by the DoubleTree Dunblane was the perfect meal to finish out my time in Scotland. Thanks to my server Craig for the great suggestions. I ordered the smoked salmon as a starter which was light and a great place to begin. The salmon was not overpowering, which I've had before, and served over a fresh thin slice of rye. For the main course I ordered the red braised beef daube which was fantastic. The beef easily fell apart and mixed with the mash was wonderful. I also got an old fashioned but with Balvenie Doublewood 12 instead of Woodford Resevere- a much better choice especially in Scotland! If you're over in the Stirling area of Scotland, you need to eat here.
January 2024 by Mika Colquhoun
Dull dark ambience could be tolerated if the food was good. Basic drink coffee was bitter, as if the coffee machine had no been cleaned. Informed the steward - who gave no reaction or apology.Smoked salmon sandwich was the most average sandwich with a few roquette leaves and some crisps. Served in a quarter plate. The presentation in a small cafe is better than this.Quite a disappointing experience. Wouldn't recommend a visit and myself not go again.
November 2023 by melk555
Wow.... exceptional food... Great service and a fabulous atmosphere. From the moment we walked in we were welcomed by a knowledgeable and friendly hostess who recognised our booking having never seen us before. Coming from a role in F&B management, I seem to nitpick at all the inadequacies of waiting staff but for once I was stunningly surprised (to the point I'm actually taking the time and writing a review) James wasn't our waiter but he noticed when we were running short of drinks, he communicated to a high degree and really understood when to engage in a conversation and provided one of the best levels of customer service I think ive ever had from a waiter. Then for the food.... well... my son is a chef in a michelin star restaurant and this was almost certainly of the same if not better standard. The lamb was absolutely superb and coupled brilliantly with the wine recommended by James. I'm a difficult guest to get wowed and my partner is even harder to get money out of.... he left a tip and I've left a review... this restaurant is well worth a visit whatever the occasion. Keep up the great work guys. Mel
November 2023 by Staffspeople
Met up for dinner with family. There were 15 of us and the staff really looked after us. The table was laid out really well and the food and service was outstanding. And really good value. They catered really well for one of the party who had certain allergies. Highly recommended
October 2023 by Caroline DA SILVA MOREIRA
Breakfasts much better than meals. Pleasant
October 2023 by Lesley M
What a treat! I have always wanted to go to a Nick Nairn restaurant and to discover that the Kailyard is one of his made my stay. The prawn and smoked salmon cocktail was memorable and my husbands steak, the word delicious does not do it justice, it was full of flavour and so tender. I would recommend any one to go and eat there. You won't be disappointed!
August 2023 by FlyingDutchman999
Average is perhaps misleading, Nick Nairn?s place the the Dunblane Hydro does a good evening meal and a good breakfast. The setting is excellent, perhaps a bit chilly, but it?s a big old place. The staff are friendly and courteous. The food is very decent. It is however, at the price level, more standard than special. The hype rests on the shoulders of the location, not the kitchen.
August 2023 by TheShis
We had 2 breakfasts here, as hotel guests. The breakfasts were plain and average - nothing more nor less. Service was lacking. The amount of dead animals hung on the wall of the restaurant was appalling.
August 2023 by Maryse Gammie
After a week's holiday down South we ( my husband and I and our daughter) stopped at the Kailyard restaurant at the Hydro for dinner on Wednesday 1st of August.A lady showed us to a table in the middle of the dining room and we soon wished we could move to a more private corner.Stephen who came to greet us and give us the menu was very helpful - I asked him if we could have a different table. With genuine helpfulness he immediately went to ask and we moved to a lovely and private spot by the window overlooking the garden. We enjoyed our dinner very much and had a most pleasant evening.Thank you, Stephen, for your excellent customer service and looking after us so well.
August 2023 by jamie johnston
Spent a lovely evening here last week. The first time I've been to the hydro to eat although have lived in Dunblane for years. The Kailyard was superb, the food was delicious and the atmosphere was perfect.
July 2023 by Sherpa824962
Lukewarm overcooked food which was cold by time we sat down to it -completely self service - unhelpful staff - no hot water in either of the two hot drinks machines or the substitute pump jugs. Dark, dingy decor and furnishings.
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April 2023 by Kerry Wylie
A fantastic hotel for a weekend getaway!! Food is amazing - service great and staff are lovely!!
Definitely be back!!
April 2023 by Angi Murray
I visited last weekend for 2 nights with my partner.
The room was beautiful and the staff were so accommodating and polite.
The food and drink were amazing!!
The hotel was of high standards and we can?t wait to visit again.
