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• An Tigh Seinse, Portnahaven (0)1496 860224

  AKA “Maureen’s”, this old seafront  inn (actually a terraced house) was in a terrible state of repair and had about as much charm as  a  dentist’s waiting room. However, a recent makeover by the new proprietor, the versatile Mr Carl Reavey, has transformed this tiny bar in to a wonderful, if incredibly snug, friendly bar.  Islay Ales, a good selection of single malts are available,  and a  simple, but very well done, all day menu is served until 8pm. Managed by  the effervescent Janey and Laura, this is now an essential visit on any Islay tour. How lucky we are on The Rhinns to have the three best places to eat and drink on the Island!

• Port Charlotte Hotel, Port Charlotte +44 (0)1496 850360 info@portcharlottehotel.co.uk

  Graham and Isobel Allison own this first class small hotel, not three miles from the Distillery, right on Loch Indaal itself. Well thought out and stylishly furnished rooms, an excellent restaurant, (specialities are simply prepared lamb, beef and seafood - what more do you want?) good wine list, and a really first class bar – selling exclusively Islay single malts. www.portcharlottehotel.co.uk

• Croft Kitchen, Port Charlotte +44 (0)1496 850 230
  A casual, unostentatious bistro open all day and early evening. The emphasis on simple cooking - one cannot go far wrong with the top quality, Islay produced ingredients that are used here - scallops, lobster, lamb and beef. The sizzling steak, (local black Aberdeen Angus) is a joy. A rudimentary wine list. Open from 10am for breakfast menu, lunch menu from 12 – 5.30pm and supplementary dinner menu from 5.30 – 7.30

• Bridgend Hotel, Bridgend (0) 1496 810 212

  Under new management and refurbished.

Also further a field Port Askaig Hotel, Ballygrant Inn, Harbour Inn