Gordon's

The story

Gordon's Restaurant Arbroath – Michelin Recommended Modern Cuisine in Angus

Welcome to Gordon's

Set in the Angus countryside near Lunan Bay, Gordon's is a destination restaurant with rooms that has been earning serious praise for over thirty years. The Michelin Guide describes it as "a long-standing, passionately run restaurant" that "never stands still, always investing and evolving." The modern cuisine here is rooted in the Scottish larder, and the kitchen is led by chef Garry Watson.

The Chef and Team

Gordon's is a true family affair. Chef Garry Watson works alone in the kitchen, while his mother Maria runs the front of house with a warm, professional touch. Garry trained in some of the most prestigious Michelin-starred kitchens, and that influence shows in his technically accomplished cooking. He has been awarded the Fellowship Award by the Master Chefs of Great Britain, a recognition of consistent high-level craftsmanship. The AA Restaurant Guide awards three Rosettes to the food, noting that "breakfasts are equally memorable."

The Food

The menu changes seasonally, drawing on the best of Scotland's produce. The Michelin Guide highlights a dish of local lamb with seasonal girolles as a standout. The cooking is described as "Franco-Scot" by Scotland the Best, with a modern, artistic flair. A vegetarian menu is available, and the restaurant is accessible. Booking well in advance is essential.

The Setting

The restaurant occupies a Victorian terrace house in the coastal hamlet of Inverkeilor, close to the glorious sands of Lunan Bay. The Good Hotel Guide praises the "wonderful welcome and food." The five individually designed rooms – named Juniper, Seville, Thistle, Courtyard Suite, and Artichoke – offer a comfortable stay, with the Thistle Suite featuring a roll-top bath and monsoon shower. Private parking and Wi-Fi are available.

Recognition

Gordon's holds a Michelin Recommended rating, a testament to the consistent quality of the modern cuisine and the genuine hospitality. As the restaurant's own site says, "we do what we do because we love it." That passion is evident in every plate and every visit.