Elliots Bar Restaurant, Prestwick

Elliots in Prestwick is truly one of the best restaurants in Ayrshire for it’s stylish decor, smoldering atmosphere and great quality food. Situated on the main road on the way towards Ayr, Elliots acts as both a great restaurant and as the best entertainment venue on Ayrshire.

On our recent visit to Elliots we enjoyed the Scottish tapas plate followed by the rump of Ayrshire lamb and the seabass, no complaints. All the food was of the highest quality and tasted great, the service, probably the only of it’s kind, resembled that of a 5 star London hotel.

Once the meal was out the way we stayed on in the bar to dance away the rest of the evening. Unfortunatly for me champagne was on the sights of Mrs Browse Ayrshire and no ammount of vodka and red bull would stop her tugging at my wallet for the Moet bottles.

A good meal, a great night and a few stories to tell. Hint: The champagnes not cheap.

Every evening from 5pm-6.30pm, guests can enjoy a meal from our supper dish selection for just £5.95
Opening Times

Breakfast served from 8.30am
Lunch Menu: Mon – Fri 12pm – 2.30pm, Sat & Sun 12pm – 5pm
Dinner Menu: Sun – Thu 5pm – 10pm, Fri & Sat 5pm – 10.30pm
Lite Bites Menu: Available 12pm – 10pm every day
It is always advisable to book a table in the restaurant in advance on 01292 677 677.

For sample menu’s click here

Children are welcome in the restaurant until 8pm.

Smiths Bar and Restaurant

After eating and drinking my way around Ayr’s town centre the best place in town to both eat and drink is Smiths Bar and Restaurant on Dunblair Road.

The place has a friendly relaxed atmosphere were the staff are second to none and are always on hand.
The lounge/restaurant which can be booked for private functions, has a modern comfortable ambiance which would be ideal be any event that you’d need to organize.

The food is well prepared with a varied menu to suit every taste and very reasonably priced too the helpful staff also give a estimated waiting time.

There is also a very nice beer garden if you can brave the cold weather in the winter, but last time we were there they were installing patio heaters so that should help keep off the winter chills but will be ideal in the spring and summer times.

The bar is always stocked with a variety of forgein beers and special offers and is the only bar we know of in Ayr that stocks Peroni.

So the next time your in Ayr why not give Smiths Bar next the Ramada Jarvis hotel a try you wont be disappointed.

Going Out in Ayr

When looking for nightclubs in Ayrshire, it can be a little difficult to find the right combination of atmosphere, price, and service. Having a chance to learn from the experiences of others, however, makes finding the right establishment far easier.

Whether looking for a nightclub or a pub, someone has already made the rounds and found which places are worthwhile. Having this information before every stepping foot out the door for a night out is a huge advantage over the average person.

When it comes to night clubs in Ayrshire, there are a few that simply stand out above the crowd. Club De Mar has an amazing atmosphere, with a feel of pure fun about it. This club has proven to be one of the best in Ayrshire when looking for a nightclub with the chance to let loose and have a good time. In this same style of club is Madison’s Nightclub. This club also has a very good atmosphere to it, and also has a very good selection of specials on a day to day basis.

With Bars and Pubs in Ayrshire, the same things are important. Finding atmosphere, price, and service all in the same place can be difficult for a beginner. There are several that are well worth a chance for anyone who finds themselves in Ayrshire. First up is the Old Racecourse Hotel, which offers an amazing atmosphere for those that are looking for a laid back time. For those that are looking for a more upbeat place, The Tam O’Shanter Inn is just the place to enjoy a few ales in a very fun atmosphere. For those looking for something in between the two, Borrowfields Café Bar is the perfect place. This bar is the perfect combination of an enjoyable atmosphere with great service and good prices.

Events in Ayrshire

Ayrshire is home to many of the greatest events in Scotland. There always seems to be a multitude of choices when one is deciding what they would like to do.

The Largs Jazz Festival offers a fantastic three days of Jazz filled music. The festival is held in the middle of the Ayrshire countryside. Every year the Largs Jazz Festival grows. The event is great for families being extremely child friendly.

The Largs Viking Festival is a world renowned event lasting for more than a week. Celebrating the great victory of the Battle of Largs in 1263, the Largs Viking Festival includes music, dancing, markets, fireworks, and a reenactment of the epic battle. A Viking longship is traditional burned to represent sending the true Viking warriors to the spiritual halls of Valhalla.

The Burns an’ a’ That festival celebrates Robert Burns. The Burns Festival includes some of the biggest names in Scottish comedy and music. The festival is held in several locations around Ayrshire giving the festival visitors the opportunity to explore much of Ayrshire while enjoying the many activities the festival has to offer.

The Scottish Sailing Institute holds the Laser SB3 National Championships. This event draws the best of the best in sailing. The Royall Yachting Association chose Largs as the Scottish “Centre of Excellence.” The clubhouse is one of the best in the country boasting a large bar and restaurant overlooking spectacular views. There are many accommodations within walking or biking distance of the sailing area.

The Marymass Folk Festival includes a festival of light procession and fireworks display. The Marymass Folk Festival showcases folk bands from all over Ayrshire. The conclusion to the Marymass Folk Festival gives guests the chance to compete in two World Championships; the World Whammy Diddling Championship and the World Chuckie Chucking Championship.

Entertainment in Ayrshire

There is much to do in Ayrshire for both natives and tourists in the way of Entertainment. Be it Shakespeare or the modern cinema and productions, there is something for everyone.

The Palace Theatre and Grand Hall complex or Kilmarnock is made up of a 900 seat concert hall, a 503 seat theatre, rehearsal rooms, exhibition rooms, art halls, a café bar, and reception meeting rooms. The Palace offers a Youth Theatre programme which includes learning the history of theatre.

The Harbour Arts Centre in Irvine, North Ayrshire offers performances by professional and amateur groups. The new arts centre has two studio spaces available for multiple uses, a theatre, art gallery and café bar. Enhanced with a glorious light work by Steve Hollingsworth, as the tide levels in the harbor change so do the colours of the lights.

A unique collection of handmade arts and crafts, as well as a wide range of painting in most mediums is kept at the Cat’s Moustache gallery. The gallery speacilises in work that promotes local talent and less known artists. Some of the original crafts include calligraphy, jewellery, ceramics, wood work, and glass. The Cat’s Moustache regularly runs exhibitions and demonstrations for free.

At the Ayr Racecourse families can enjoy a day together. The Ayr Racecourse offers year round racing, as well as holding both National Hunt and Flat fixtures. The Coral Scottish Grand National and The Ayr Gold Cup Festival are both held at the Ayr Racecourse.
Ayrshire has three main clubs dedicated to watching both birds and butterflies. Their local websites contain a comprehensive list of bids and butterflies one can find in and around Ayrshire. These lists include the location of the two as well as, the best times to find them, and how to access the locations.