Ceilidh Place Ullapool

A group of friends with good memories of the Ceilidh Place, we dined here recently and were very disappointed. The service was friendly, but the food was a big let down. Overcooked mussels as a starter with too many closed ones, and an undercooked risotto (rocky rather than al dente) with a sad quantity of asparagus. The wine choice was very poor. There was some excuse as it was immediately after a weekend festival, but we left with the impression that the Ceilidh Place is living off its past reputation and not bothering to keep up previous standards.

Very poor service in restaurant. Small number of inexperienced staff for full restaurant, no supervision. We were shown to table, thereafter had to request menu, drinks and food by seeking out a harassed member of waiting staff each time.

We moved locally 2 years ago and can't believe we hadn't been here. We came down for lunch yesterday and everything was perfect. The small plates were excellent (especially squid & haddock scotch egg). Coffee and desserts were also such good quality. We'll definitely be back again soon!

A charming meandering hotel with a lovely community room with a self service bar. They accommodated our family of 3 by providing an extra bed for our room. Great views of Loch Broom. Breakfast service was among the best breakfasts we had in Scotland.

We had dinner there and chose the pork chop, mash, greens with cider gravy, ten out of ten for quality and quantity. Friendly staff offering great service. Desserts were only average but in saying that, we would certainly eat there again.

Generally good food, friendly waitresses etc. BUT ..... Why, oh why!! have you had to follow the hoards and invite SO many dogs into your restaurant ! Quite frankly, if I wanted to 'eat with dogs', I'd book a table at Battersea Dogs Home! Dogs are lovely creatures BUT in the right place - which, in my opinion, is NOT under / next to tables and even on dining chairs in a public restaurant. Some of the waitresses couldn't resist petting and fondling the dogs of various sizes and breeds. Did the staff wash their hands again before they picked up the next order from the kitchen, set cutlery on the tables or handed out the bread? We'll never know. Surely people can leave their dogs for an hour or so while they go out to dinner - or, perhaps having a take-away would be another option. Another suggestion - you could build a special 'kennelled' section next to the hotel so that the dogs could be safely housed while 'dinner was being served'.

This is a twofer review: the hotel, and the restaurant. We booked well in advance. The hotel is a funky wonder with a lived-in feel. Close to the waterfront but it was so windy that day/night that skipping a stroll and staying in was a no-brainer. Plus, this place is cozy and fun. Our 2nd-floor room was comfy and roomy, with a well-modernized bathroom. Clean, and quiet. Bonus: Around the corner, a large library/study/lounge, equally quiet (it’d be interesting to see what it’s like with music downstairs). And an Honesty Bar! You pour your drink and mark the sheet, to be paid for later. The restaurant: Good pub food and drinks, w/friendly service. We didn’t have the bad experiences other reviewers have reported. Breakfast was fresh and hearty. Bonus: A really nice bookstore, off to the side, with a curated collection that leans heavily Scottish. After hours, you pay for your books at the bar. I got a bit of ribbing from the bartender for buying a history of the Scottish Clearances by T.M. Devine. She’d recently earned her Ph.D. in Scottish history and said I’ll need to pick up a book on the topic by Jim Hunter (I believe) to balance out my understanding ☺️ Funny.

Excellent meal & service. We enjoyed a lovely afternoon drink in the outdoor seating area & a meal one evening. The service was fantastic ‘ food delicious. Pricey but worth it. Child & dog friendly too!

What a wonderful place! Lovely spacious and comfy bed with traditional furniture and super up to date bathroom. Amazing residents lounge with great views. Small kitchen and honesty bar. Even a chaise lounge (want one..) Breakfast was delicious served by lovely staff and all the crockery and cutlery are obviously carefully chosen - elegant and ah... We treated ourselves to dinner too and it was exactly that - a real treat. We will be back for more extra special time in the lovely location of Ullapool!