Loch Bay

This pretty crofter’s cottage sits in an idyllic spot on the Waternish Peninsula and offers commanding views across the countryside to the mountains. It’s a pleasingly simple place with a wood-burning stove, Harris Tweed covered chairs and a snug, intimate feel. Stein started life as a fishing village and the cold, pure waters provide plenty of seafood, some of which is landed on the jetty opposite the restaurant. Skilfully prepared, intensely flavoured Scottish dishes have French undertones, with minimal seasoning bringing out the natural flavours.

Morse code and local poetry on Loch Bay's site

• The restaurant's website features poetry from local Skye artists and borders that include Morse code with hidden meanings, blending art with its online presence.

Crofter's cottage setting with loch views

• Loch Bay sits in an old crofter's cottage in Stein, Isle of Skye, offering a cosy, intimate atmosphere with loch-side views while maintaining Michelin-starred quality.

Ultra-local, in-house seafood focus

• The menu emphasizes the freshest local seafood and uses ingredients from surrounding waters, with nearly everything prepared in-house (except cheese and ice cream).

Signature Ingredients

• Scallops: Pan-seared to preserve their delicate sweetness, a hallmark of Loch Bay's seafood-focused menu; sourced from the surrounding Skye waters to highlight pristine ocean flavor without overcomplication.
• Langoustines: Briny, succulent bites that showcase the freshness of Loch Bay's seafood offerings, often presented as a centerpiece to celebrate Skye's coastline.
• Oysters: Elevated to an artistry level with imaginative accompaniments, demonstrating the kitchen's ability to transform shellfish into distinctive, memorable courses.
• Fresh local fish: The menu emphasizes the freshest catches from the surrounding waters, prepared simply to let the true flavors of the sea shine through, reflecting the restaurant's commitment to local produce.
• Isle of Skye seafood (hand-delivered from the shore): Direct-from-the-shore sourcing that reinforces Loch Bay's emphasis on peak freshness and regional provenance.