The Galatea — Restaurant in Scotland

Small old fashioned hostelry (which I like) but with more space inside than you'd expect judging by the entrance. And there is a pleasant beer garden upstairs on a sunny terrace with trestle tables and umbrellas to shade customers from the sun.... or let's face it, maybe the Rothesay rain! It's more or less just off the street High street at the corner of the wee square beside the castle. Behind Guildford square (pic 1) that's opposite the ferry terminal. Excellent value for drinks - I paid £3.90 for a pint of cider. Much needed after I'd climbed Barone hill behind Rothesay and come back past Loch Fad (around a mile away, see second pic) watching the pair of ospreys! A pint of cider in Edinburgh cost me £5.50 so there is a moral to this tale. OK, food isn't served and the beer garden isn't the nicest one I've seen, and that requires climbing a flight of stairs, but the vibe in the Galatea was quiet and old-fashioned in a good way. I reckon I'll be back next time. Good...

Best pub in Rothesay! The Galatea is a lovely bar, serving a great selection of beer, cider, spirits and wine. The place itself is exceptionally clean, comfy and cosy. The staff are always friendly and helpful and the atmosphere here is always warm and relaxed. Hands down the best pub in Rothesay, if not on the whole island. Go in for a drink and you will see what I mean, as soon as you set foot inside. Beer garden is a welcome summer bonus and the bathrooms are bright, clean and tidy. No food is served here unfortunately but I believe that they have no worries about you bringing in a take out, while you drink. Best to check with the friendly staff first though. Merry Christmas and Happy New...

On behalf of Monklands Ramblers I would like to say thank you to this bar and the wonderful welcoming staff. After a terrible experience at the Blackbull Inn in Rothesay we were welcomed by the staff and our stay there was more than welcome after the Blackbull Inn. The Galatea was a much better experience and the homely atmosphere was much appreciated. Decor was modern and spotless clean. The bar staff couldn't do enough for us. I would recommend this establishment to any visitor to Rothesay and all Rambling Clubs. You will not be...