The Pier Menu

Soups

  • Homemade Soup With Bread

    $

  • Soup & Sandwich/Toastie

    $

Open Bloomers

  • Black Pudding, Smashed Avocado, Bacon, Halloumi, Sriracha Mayo

    $

  • Hot Smoked Salmon, Avocado, Horseradish Mayo, Rocket

    $

  • Garlic Mayo Chicken, Bacon, Parmesan, Rocket

    $

Toasties/Loasled Ciaballas

  • Bbq Chicken, Bacon, Cheddar

    $

  • Cockburn's Haggis, Cheddar, Chutney

    $

  • Brie, Bacon & Cranberry

    $

  • Pastrami, Cheddar, Gherkin, Mustard Mayo, Coleslaw

    $

  • Tuna, Cheddar, Red Onion

    $

  • Ham & Cheddar

    $

Sandwiches

  • Brie, Prosciutto. Caramelised Onion Chutney, Roasted Red Pepper, Rocket

    $

  • Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Garlic Mayo

    $

  • Coronation Chicken Salad

    $

Salads

  • Bannerman's Of Tain Prawns, Marie Rose Sauce, Hot & Cold Smoked Salmon, Sweet Cured Herring, Dressed Salad, Coleslaw, Oatcakes

    $

  • Ploughman's Salad

    $

Sides

  • Hand Cut Chips

    $

  • Loaded Fries

    $

  • Side Salad & Coleslaw

    $

Mains

  • Beer Battered Haddock, Hand Cut Chips With Peas & Tartare Sauce

    $

  • Pulled Pork Mac 'N' Cheese, Chips, Dressed Salad

    $

  • Beef Burger, Burger Sauce, Chips, Coleslaw

    $

  • Pork Hotdog

    $

  • Highland Hotdog

    $

Vegetarian/Vegan

  • Bean Burger, Avocado, Violife, Tomato, Leaves, Chips

    $

  • Lemon & Coriander Hummus, Olive, Tomato, Rocket Sandwich, Dressed Salad

    $

  • Smashed Avocado, Violife, Roasted Peppers, Mushrooms, Sweet Chilli Sauce Open Bloomer, Dressed Salad

    $

  • Mac 'N' Cheese, Chips, Salad

    $

  • Brie, Caramelised Onion Chutney, Roasted Peppers, Rocket Sandwich

    $

For The Wee Ones

  • Fish & Chips, Peas

    $

  • Small Soup & Half Sandwich

    $

  • Half Sandwich & Fruit Pieces

    $

  • Grazing Bowl

    $

  • Sausage, Chips & Beans

    $

  • Plain Pork Hotdog & Chips

    $

  • Mac 'N' Cheese, Chips, Peas

    $

Starters / Small Plates

  • Soup Of The Day & Crusty Bread

    $

  • Game Terrine Wrapped In Bacon, Beetroot & Blackberry Chutney, Toasted Sourdough

    $

  • Vegetarian Haggis Bon Bons, Whisky Mayo, Sweet Pickled Need Salad & Straw Potatoes

    $

  • Prawns, Marie Rose Sauce & Melba Toast

    $

  • Seafood Chowder & Crusty Bread

    $

  • Ullapool Hot Smoked Salmon & Horseradish Mayonnaise

    $

  • Hummus, Olives, Sundried Tomatoes & Oatcakes

    $

Pier Classics

  • Beer Battered Scrabster Haddock, Hand Cut Chips, Garden Peas & Tartare Sauce

    $

  • Cajun Spiced Chicken Burger, Ranch Mayo, Rocket, Brioche Bun, Hand Cut Chips & Coleslaw

    $

  • Mac'n'cheese Burger

    $

  • Beef Burger

    $

  • Cold Seafood Salad

    $

Desserts

  • Cheesecake Of The Day & Vanilla Ice Cream

    $

  • Sticky Toffee Pudding, Butterscotch Sauce & Vanilla Ice Cream

    $

  • Tonka Bean Panna Cotta, Fresh Raspberries & Strawberries, Jus De Fraise

    $

  • Affogato

    $

  • Selection Of Scottish Cheeses, Oatcakes, Fruit & Red Onion Chutney

    $

Dessert Wine

  • Coteaux Du Layon, Domaine Des Baumard

    $

Hot Drinks

  • Americano

    $

  • Espresso

    $

  • Double Espresso

    $

  • Flat White

    $

  • Latte

    $

  • Cappuccino

    $

  • Mocha

    $

  • Tea

    $

  • Speciality Tea

    $

Kid's Menu

  • Fish And Chips With Peas

    $

  • Ham, Egg, Chips And Beans

    $

  • Toastie With Salad Or Chips

    $

  • Picking Bowl

    $

  • Chicken Burger, Ranch Mayo, Rocket & Chips

    $

Toasties / Toasted Ciabattas

  • Bbq Chicken, Bacon, Cheddar

    $

  • Cockburn's Haggis, Cheddar, Chutney

    $

  • Brie, Bacon & Cranberry

    $

  • Pastrami, Cheddar, Gherkin, Mustard Mayo, Coleslaw

    $

  • Tuna, Cheddar, Red Onion

    $

Our Local Suppliers

  • Inverness Coffee Roasting, Inverness

    $

  • Ardgay Game, Ardgay

    $

  • Swordale Farm Butchers, Bonar Bridge

    $

  • Sutherland Game & Shellfish, Lairg

    $

  • Far North Free Range Eggs, Caithness

    $

  • John M. Munro Ltd, Dingwall

    $

  • Highland Patissier, Dornoch

    $

  • Bell's Seafood, Scrabster

    $

  • Highland Fine Cheeses, Tain

    $

  • Black Isle Brewing Co, Munlochy

    $

  • D. M. Seafood, Ullapool

    $

  • Robert Grant Butchers, Golspie

    $

  • West Drumliah Seasonal Strawberries, Bonar Bridge

    $

  • Windswept Brewing Co, Lossiemouth

    $

  • Capaldis Ice Cream, Brora

    $

  • Bannerman Seafoods, Tain

    $

White Wines

  • Sauvignon Blanc, Costa Vera, Chile, 2016

    $

  • Pinot Grigio, Igt Delle Venezie, Casa Defra, Italy, 2016

    $

  • Chardonnay, Igp Pays D'oc, Languedoc, Montsable, France, 2015

    $

  • Gruner Veltliner, Federspiel, Domane Wachau, Austria, 2016

    $

  • Sauvignon Blanc, Zephyr, Marlborough, New Zealand, 2016

    $

  • Chablis, Domaine Grossot, Burgundy, France, 2015

    $

Red Wines

  • Merlot, Los Espinos, Chile, 2015

    $

  • Cabernet Sauvignon, Le Casse-Noix, France, 2015

    $

  • Malbec, Familia Zuccardi, Argentina, 2016

    $

  • Rioja Reserva, De Alto, Spain, 2011

    $

  • Pinot Noir, Mr P, Iona, South Africa, 2016

    $

  • Shiraz, The Cunning Plan, Australia, 2014

    $

  • Amarone Della Valpolicella, Docg, Veneto, Latium, Italy, 2012

    $

Rose Wine

  • Igp Pays D'herault, Pierre Et Papa, France, 2016

    $

Sparkling Wine

  • Prosecco Spumante Doc, Mabis, Italy, Nv

    $

  • Bollinger, Special Cuvee, Champagne, France, Nv

    $

  • Laurent-Perrier, Cuvee Rose, Champagne, France, Nv

    $

Others

  • Dock & Chips

    $
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As a travel and food blogger exploring Scotland's northern reaches, I had the pleasure of experiencing The Pier Menu nestled on the A836 in Lairg. This cozy waterfront eatery offers more than just scenic loch views-it serves a locally inspired culinary experience that stands out among Highland dining options.

What makes The Pier Menu exceptional is its dedication to seasonal, regionally sourced ingredients. The menu offers a thoughtful balance of traditional Scottish fare and contemporary twists. I sampled the pan-seared Scottish salmon, served with crushed new potatoes and a lemon butter sauce-flawlessly cooked and beautifully plated. Another standout was the venison stew, slow-cooked to perfection with root vegetables and a rich, earthy depth that spoke of local sourcing and culinary care.

Quantitatively, I’d rate the food quality a solid 9/10, presentation 8.5/10, and service 10/10-warm, attentive, and knowledgeable about every dish. Compared to competitors in the region, The Pier Menu distinguishes itself through its intimate ambiance and location-right on the banks of Loch Shin-with the added bonus of outdoor seating during fair weather.

While the wine selection is somewhat limited, the curated list pairs well with the dishes. Vegetarian options, although present, could benefit from greater variety-perhaps an area for future enhancement. Still, their sticky toffee pudding was easily among the best I've had in the UK.

In summary, The Pier Menu is a must-visit for anyone traveling the North Coast 500 route. Whether you're seeking comfort food after a day of hiking or a romantic dinner with a view, this charming spot offers memorable Highland hospitality and high-quality cuisine.

Address: A836, Lairg IV27 4EG, United Kingdom