Beautiful place for a day out with kids, not so far from glasgow, they have huge parking, very different kinda of kids play and entertainment like bouncy castles, toy train rides, boat ride, mini tractors , bike ride , big slides, zip lines etc. Also animals like llama, deer, kangaroo are the main attractions. Although it has the fee around 17 pounds, but worth it. Point to be noted that, many of the rides like train , boat, truck etc are not free or included in entry fee, need to pay separately.

Arrived only expecting to spend half a day. We ended up staying until close. Amazing farm with plenty to do for children and adults whether it was going on the amount of playgrounds they have to offer, or driving quad bikes and riding on the miniature railway. Plenty of spaces to sit down and have your packed lunch if you've brought some with you.

Fantastic family day out, came here with our 6 year old who had so much fun! There is so much included in the ticket price and then a few extra which are super affordable such as the train ride and quad bikes. The staff were super friendly and you could tell that they cared about the animals and the people visiting, the site was clean and well kept. Would highly recommend to anyone as it was a great day out!

This is a lovely farm park and a definite must visit! Well worth the money with loads of different animals as well as parks, tractors, mini train, and other fun activities like a mini tobogganing, zip line and trampolins! As well as a decent soft play which is out of sight so won't distract children from the animals. Make sure you grab a bag of animal feed!! Only one issue I have as a horsefield tortoise owner if anyone from the park see's this... he shouldn't be housed with another species as they will fight especially if either or both are males as they are more aggressive. I understand he's probably a rescue and you're probably aware of his underbite, hopefully this is something you are working on solving as this can cause problems eating. Just some small upgrades would massive improve his health and lifestyle, including a slate plate instead of plastic one to support keeping his beak trimmed, top soil as a substitute as they dig to regulate their body temperature, safe weeds and flowers are much more nutritious and you have plenty of land to beable to grow your own. My horsefield (Fluffy) loves pansy's! I honestly had a wonderful visit with my family during our holiday, and if we ever holiday again in the area we will definitely return.

Nice collection of kid-friendly animals (no big safari-style animals it's a bit smaller-scale than that). Some of the cages looked like they could have been a bit bigger but the animals looked in good condition at least. Plenty of indoor and outdoor play options and good cafes. Friendly staff and atmosphere all round.

Absolutely love this place for a day out. Go for opening so you can get the most of the day. Entry is expensive. I think we where around £60 for 2 adults and 2 children. It is well worth it though. There are so many animals to see and you can buy feed for £2 a bag. The goats are my favourite but there are so many cuties (including alpacas which are actually at a field at the end of the car park outside so if you haven't used your animal food at closing you can go up and feed them when you leave). There are multiple different play parks for kids as well as a softplay area indoors and a shooting game thing. We always pack a lunch so we don't need to stop to go in to eat and usually eat on the wee benches next to the big slides and bouncy things. There are go karts too although we've never been on them since kids are too wee right now.

A fantastic day out for the whole family! Hand feed animals, and there's plenty of them! Cheaper to book in advance online. I would recommend going as close to opening as possible as the afternoon got really busy. Not just animals there's plenty of activities for the kids like trampolines and adventure playgrounds

Interesting visit for anyone interested in this iconic poet, cottage set in pretty grounds, car parking is efficient, toilets situated just before entrance to cottage, small place as you can imagine, the actual museum is situated approximately 20 minutes walk from the cottage also the cafe, you can drive however you would miss some of the ambiance of the place, well worth a visit

Lovely atmosphere with rich and engaging exhibits that give real insight into Robert Burns’ life and work. The café is surprisingly good too, with a wide variety of food. Overall a very enjoyable visit and well worth it.

We had a day trip out to the Robert Burns museum and cottage and found both extremely interesting. The museum tells the story of his life and writings, we were surprised by the amount of music and songs he wrote as well as poetry. There are a lot of artifacts tracing his whole life and writings. The carvings of the Tam o' shanter story are excellent and well worth a look. There is also a very good restaurant there with a varied selection of food and drink. We took the poets path to the Burns Cottage but there is another car park there if you want. The cottage is well laid out and gives you a good idea how they lived back then. Outside the museum you can walk to the Burns Monument and gardens and not far from this is the Brig O'Doon bridge. All the staff we spoke to were really friendly and helpful and made it a good day out. Steve and Jenny

We only did the gardens and the walk to his birthplace as the museum isnt dog friendly. This was free and worth a look around. Good to see BrigaDoon too.

An interesting time looking around the museum, used our NT membership. Went to view Brig a Doon and walked the Poets path both ways and enjoyed the sculptures beside the path. Didn't have time to visit his actual birth place, viewed it from the outside only.

Museum was okay if you are into that sort of thing, the garden was lovely,if you climb the monument you get a good view of it,plus there is the brig o doon bridge,then you can go to burns cottage. Staff were really nice and explained a few things,good cup of coffee in cafe.

The museum is excellent, a good hour or so to look around, well put together with interactive displays to maintain engagement. The shop appears quite pricey (NTS comparable), the RBB cottage could benefit from some information boards..., the cafe (visited twice in two weeks) was excellent the first time with very friendly staff, accommodating and helpful, the second visit was disappointing (different staff, different attitudes). Good size car park nearby (50-100yds), 10 min walk to RBB cottage or a short drive to the adjoining car park there.

Lovely grounds surrounding cottage. Good for walks.Your ticket also gets you into museum.

Really beautiful cottage, easy to find just follow poets path from the robert burns museum. Ticket covers both places

Very worth a visit. Enjoyed the auld Kirk, his fathers grave and the brig of Doon. The museum was very dark inside making the exhibits impossible to read in many occasions. I came out with sore eyes.

Interesting to see the historic cottage, but lack of information boards was disappointing, spoiling the experience. Wouldn't return as a result.

Well-organised, volunteers were ready to help and tell you more about everything.

Beautiful place. So much to see, we didn't expect it. Very good for kids too, as there are children activities in the museum and the gardens are spacious and attention grabbing to. Staff are so knowledgeable and passionate about the place. There is a cafe with a lovely playground too. Prices are very reasonable both admissions and in the cafe/gift shop. I would recommend, it's worth the visit.

The cottage itself only took a few minutes to wander through. Normally there would be a guide which would have explained some of the details. The museum is worth a walk through and the guided tour was illuminating

Nic place discovered while I was on my short holiday. Amazing views, you can walk far in to the sea, as water is shallow. Nice playground for kids and places with delicious ice creams.

Had a lovely day at Ayr Beach! The weather was perfect — clear skies and a really lively atmosphere. Great place for a walk along the shore, and we grabbed a chippy nearby which was the perfect touch. Can’t beat it on a sunny day!

Such a shame that the beach is full of litter. Unsanitary sand, too many flies due to all the rubbish around and it attracts too many seagulls because of the leftover food disposed of anywhere. No bins in sight, so no wonder the lack of care. The beach has great potential. Warm water. Impressive to see giant jellyfish. Unfortunately it doesn’t make me want to go back.

Ayr Beach in Ayr is a wonderful spot for a relaxing day out. The long, sandy stretch is clean and scenic, ideal for family picnics, walking along the promenade, or simply enjoying the fresh sea air. With free parking, onsite restaurants, and facilities that are wheelchair accessible, it’s a convenient and inclusive choice for all visitors. Water recreation, boating, and fishing options make it an active, enjoyable destination. The nearby entertainment center adds extra value, making it perfect for both leisurely strolls and fun-filled outings. I highly recommend Ayr Beach for anyone looking for a family-friendly place to unwind by the sea.

What a lovely beach. We found a free car park which is a bonus and took a lovely stroll down the sea front. Plenty to see too. Beach was sandy and plenty of shell picking too.

We were there for the air show and had a great dat,we were amazed at the scale of the event,the facilities were bang on as was the organizing. The kids also had a great day.

Great beach and always a joy to visit. Town centre not too far. Plenty of parking. Great for the air show!

Very happy with my experience here. Food was wonderful and service was fantastic for as we walked in I could tell that they were just finished clearing tables and had many groups walk in behind us, but unphased the server took care of all of us equally. The view is also something to be in awe of, especially if you are a Robert Burns fan. Also great for the budget as they have many options.

Very quaint little town with the Burns cottage as high lite of their existence. The coffee shop across the road from the cottage could be revamped considering the amounts of tourists they must be getting. The little post office/ convenience store next door was an absolute treat. Beautifully merchandised with excellent staff. I should be reviewing them!!

Lovely little café. Food was amazing and so was the atmosphere, really inviting. Highly recommend stopping here while visiting the area for Robert Burns house, museum and the Brig o' Doon

Really good food and an amazing selection of cakes - would definitely recommend even just getting a takeaway on the way past! Everyone that works here is lovely and is friendly to all the customers :)

Lovely home cooked cuisine served politely and friendly atmosphere. Excellent coffee you can also take away and gorgeous cakes .

Super friendly staff went above and behind to accommodate our little one😍. Great, quick service. Tasty food. Loved it!!! The baked fruit bar was to die for 🥰. A lucky find💯

Really nice wee tea room with good menu and very good flavours in the food. Staff all friendly and pleasant. Cakes are also great.

Beautiful hotel. We ate in the restaurant with a stunning view over the iconic bridge. Service was good. Food is just ok. Sunday roast included beef that was overcooked and chewy. The rest was nice, although not a huge serving. Desserts were much the same story, with the fudge coupe nice but lacking an exceptional edge. For the view and interior it’s worth a visit though.

Brig O’Doon House Hotel was the most perfect venue for our wedding day! From start to finish, the team were amazing — so attentive, organised, and genuinely caring. Nothing was ever too much trouble, and everything ran so smoothly. The setting itself is absolutely stunning, and the atmosphere on the day was just magical. Our guests are still talking about how beautiful everything was. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to celebrate our special day — thank you to everyone at Brig O’Doon for making it truly unforgettable! 💕

My wife and I went for our anniversary meal on late Wednesday evening, the decor and furnishings were fantastic. Requested a nice table for our evening - they amazed us with corner table with the beautiful landscaping and views. The staff were so kind and welcoming with there suggestions, the food came very quick within 15mins and mains came just after. Would definitely recommended to go for a bite to eat or even a drink at their amazing bar/lounge. Even gave us a beautiful wee desert to wish us a happy anniversary. Food was exceptional and the price was good for the location and quality. Haggis crepe was an amazing starter, MUST TRY!

We got married at the Brig o Doon hotel this summer. It was the perfect day from start to finish. Every member of the team were outstanding and were on hand for anything we needed. Lyndsey was our wedding coordinator on the day and she made sure everything ran smoothly. She was calm and made us feel at ease during our day. The venue is so beautiful. The food was excellent, from the canapes to our wedding meal. I wish I could do it all over again. We will definitely be back to the Brig o Doon for dinner and to reminisce on our perfect day.

The hotel staff were extremely friendly and nothing was too much bother for them. In fact they went that wee bit extra without being asked which was a breath of fresh air compared with some other hotels we have stayed in. The food was exceptional as was the atmosphere in the main dining room…the decor and lighting is very “Burnsesque”, and you could imagine either Rabbie or Tam o’Shanter wandering in for a bite. I am disabled, but there are lifts in the hotel and everything is very accessible, so it’s easy to get around. Staff are very mindful toward those of us less mobile and it was nice that this seemed very natural, rather than feeling as if I was a bother. If there was one criticism, it would be the lack of parking at the actual hotel site. However, if you call the hotel directly they will give you the best advice to suit your needs. I did this and they were very accommodating. We will definitely be staying at the hotel again.

Went for a meal, good selection of dishes on offer at reasonable prices. We had mains, desert & wine, all good. Since the refurbishment the decor is beautiful, and service very good, even though there was a big wedding on at the same time Would highly recommend for a meal.

Had a lovely meal in the tales restaurant with my girlfriend tonight. I had the beef bao buns to start which were delicious. We then got our mains. I had the beef wellington and my girlfriend had mac and cheese. All was good apart from my mashed potato was undercooked and was hard inside. Bit disappointing when paying £35 for a main meal. Apart from that the service and food was excellent will be back

We love staying at the Chestnuts and return every year. Our favourite room is huge and has a very large and comfy bed. The owner and staff are welcoming and genuinely interested in creating a great experience. The restaurant and bar are warm and friendly and weve enjoyed every meal. I could happily retire to the Chestnuts and stay all year.

This review relates to the restaurant only... With lots of 5 star reviews we had high expectations - but our experience was closer to 4 stars - good in parts, not so great in others. Service spot-on. Food arrived quickly. Starters good. Deserts good. Main courses - so-so. From the dishes we ate: Thai curry - a little bland Cajun chicken overcooked and dry - served with sauted vegetables - one small piece of carrot, one small piece of courgette, tiny piece of broccoli. Goulash - lamb tender but lacking in taste. Sorry guys, this price point demands more.

2min drive from beachfront , literally just around the corner. We being the restaurant had dinner before the 5pm, booking looks full , but staffs are very friendly asked table back before 6:30 pm, reservations recommended. Food is lovely , seafood mean just renewed for season.staffs are friendly , environment is warm and welcoming. Plenty space for parking 🅿️ thank you ☺️

We loved our stay at chestnuts. The warmth of the staff is remarkable, making our one night stay one that we will remember for years to come. Food is also great at the restaurant.

This is a great hotel, we had a fabulous room number 2. The whole place is spotlessly clean, great breakfasts and dinner on both days. Extremely friendly staff always took time for a chat. Lovely bar fantastic service . The hotel is only five minutes walk to the Esplanade lovely walk along there overlooking the sea and sand. We loved our couple of days we will definitely be back

Met with friends for a get together . Service was great , food delicious and good value for money . . Chestnuts has a fine reputation, that's why they're busy busy . Definitely return ..

Had a delightful meal here recently. Great service, good menu (with an emphasis on traditional fare presented well) and an excellent selection of vegan options.

Nice food and bargains for what we had. Thursday steak night is definitely one of the best nights to dine at the restaurant, a 16oz mouth watering T-bone for less than £20, no one should miss it. We will be back there again every time we visit Ayr.

Looking forward to visit, disappointed. We had problems with drinks, bought a drink we did not order, then they added it to the bill. Service slow, food would have been warmer.

Came here for the Valentine's Day special menu with my partner - 5 courses and a glass of prosecco for £27.95 per person, which in the current climate I thought was incredible value. Each course was fantastic and it was the best service I've experienced for a long time. It really felt like a special occasion with high quality foods and the staff had really gone out their way to create a wonderful relaxing atmosphere. We also had the Valentine's cocktails which were a nice touch too. A really wonderful evening, and I am so glad we chose to dine at our local.

The food and atmosphere is amazing, the burger Wednesday deal is always a must. Shout out to the chef Martin for whipping up a fantastic meal, the sticky beef appetizer was great along with the lamb. Prices are very competitive for the quality and beautiful views of the scenic garden. Staff are very accommodating especially with our constant questions and amazing service with speedy service.

We recently held our ‘happily ever after’ party at Balgarth following our elopement, and it was absolutely perfect from start to finish. The staff were so welcoming the morning we arrived to set up — a lovely man and woman helped us move tables multiple times without complaint (I can be quite fussy!), and nothing was too much trouble. On the night of the party, the staff member working (I believe her name was Kristen or Kirsten) was so polite, professional and friendly. We even saw her again the next morning while collecting our decorations, and she was just as lovely. Martin, the owner, truly went above and beyond. He offered us drinks while setting up, and when we ended up staying longer than planned, he surprised us with complimentary Prosecco. He also made scrambled eggs for my friend’s young son — again, completely free — and took time to interact with him, which meant a lot. The next morning, after checking in to see how everything went, he even covered our breakfast in the beer garden, which was such a thoughtful gesture. The buffet was fantastic — we had so many compliments from guests and it was very reasonably priced for the quality and amount of food. The garden area was spotless and such a lovely space to enjoy the sun until 9pm. We also loved the idea of offering our guests a drink on arrival using tokens, which allowed them to choose their preferred drink — a brilliant suggestion from the staff! We genuinely couldn't have asked for a better venue or team. Everything was seamless, warm, and incredibly well looked after. Thank you so much to Martin and all the team at Balgarth for making our celebration so special.

This is the closest restaurant to me and so handy for travel etc. It's never quite perfect in regards of food and sometimes service,however over the last 2 occasions the food has been a let down. My biggest criticism is the insistence of management to have a large screen TV playing the daily news over and over..A few days ago whilst eating dinner,we were bombarded with images of Gaza being bombed,death and destruction in Ukraine and civil unrest in England. All you could hear ( whilst trying to enjoy dinner was people saying " oh look 56 dead today , including women and children" when I asked management if we had to listen to this and see the images whilst eating dinner,the reply was " I know but it's one of the only

They were very accommodating of a young member of the family who struggles to eat in many places and happily found us a quiet area to sit and eat. This meant we all had a calm meal without any upset. Thank you

Nice, but small shopping spot. Needs additional PUBLIC toilets beyond the car park one that's been out of order for months. Handy place closed to city centre though.

Relaxing shopping experience with a good range of stores- familiar brands, individual local shops and one or two blasts from the past..Savers! £1.00 for 6 tunnocks tea cakes in Poundland was a highlight.

Nice little covered shopping centre,just off the High Street in Ayr.Ayr is lovely town to visit and also has a river and lovely beach

Ayr Central never knew this wee square existed it's got all you need in one place plus you get to go to the beach after it's got more than most shopping centres

Good selection of shops.But ad usual a few empty ones.Well covered in for inclement weather.Good sized car park underground but a lift and we'll appointed stairs to get u up to shops.Abit pricey for parking but it was well laid out and big bays for SUVs.

Nice little town for a afternoon shopping.. has your cheap and cheerful shops like Primark. T K Max etc and a few quirky shops for funky souvenirs ... all in all something for everyone of all tastes..

Shopping area in Ayr near the train station Good selection of shops and coffee outlets Underground payed parking NOTE there is surprisingly not public toilet at the location only in the coffee shops

Popped in for a couple of bits, 1 of the items didn't scan because of a issue with the product but the manager Daryl was really professional in explaining the situation and was very apologetic, the lady serving was uplifting too on a rather glum day in Ayrshire.

Nice big shop, stock seems regularly added, and staff friendly. Good location, beside Superdrug and other stores, as Ayr High Street is pretty bare now.

Good store some staff are rude at tills

Unimpressed with this store, disappointing range of items, hardly stocks anything seen or advertised online. Security guard is a rude and intimidating creep that follows young girls and women around the store making them uncomfortable. Would much rather travel to Irvine or Glasgow in future

Not bad but can't help notice that woman have a lot more choice than men equality more choice for men needed !

Security guard was very rude and shouted at everyone not recommended go to Irvine where your not patronised for trying the perfume and aftershave and trying on the bags wouldn’t recommend for anyone who likes handbags or bags at all because he will give you and dirty look and tell you you shouldn’t be wearing it!

I really don't like this shop, badly laid out and long ques. One of the worst primarks there is!

Great little traditional whisky pub. Love going to pubs that keeps their vibe. I ended up coming here pretty much every night of my stay for a nightcap. Was great to pop in briefly Wednesday afternoon to warn them I’m bringing a group and they confirmed we should have space. It’s a shame I couldn’t stay and listen to the locals jam, it was wonderful to hear briefly. Staff were lovely and friendly, up for a laugh. Just be aware one of them really doesn’t agree to ice being put into whisky.

One of the more "pubby" pubs in Ayr. Only one cask beer but a lively atmosphere and live music.

Great little traditional bar with good atmosphere and entertainment this place definitely deserves a visit, would I return definitely, would I recommend this place definitely, give it your support bars like this need to be supported and kept going

Had a great time here. Lovely woman behind the bar. Thanks again.

Historic Scotland in a pub - best live music in town and finest whiskybar. Great.

Live music venue Over 100 whisky's Good but hard quiz on a Monday night

Great whisky selection, live music, and friendly staff.

Very lovely place, staff so helpful. Good food, allow dogs in the pub side, restaurant just next door. Cosy atmosphere too.

Popped in just for a couple of drinks. Young guy serving was so friendly and helpful Guinness was one of the best I’ve ever tasted and the inside of the pub was so atmospheric and engaging

Atmospheric pub in the centre of town. Polite friendly staff. Food available at reasonable prices.

We absolutely loved our time here we learned some great stories about this wonderful place. Extremely friendly staff spectacular food. We got to meet the owner who is an absolute delight. She was so knowledgable about the history of the pub. It was a great experience just chatting with her.

We booked for lunch - 5 of us - on Sunday. Not only were we late but they had already decided to stop food in the pub section. They did let us have our food in the pub section so some of the group could have the ales they liked but the food was lush. I had the Scottish Tapas as I couldn’t choose a dish and the mince and tatties were amazing. Everyone really enjoyed their food and the prices were really decent. I only marked down one point on the atmosphere as the music got really loud and banging for relatively early on a Sunday and it didn’t seem to be hitting the spot with most of the other customers either lolz. Proper pub, proper pub food.

Quiet during our daytime visit. Friendly, efficient barmaid who sorted the boring music. Traditional, reasonably priced food. Service a bit slow. Nice pub , but needs a coat of paint and furniture refresh.

Like most of the pubs here, there's a quant historic back story to the slightly rundown local pub. Beers were cold, and in this case, the food was typically pub grub. Nice large portions

Went in store to look for a couple of birthday presents. It only took 15 mins at most. So much choice, very reasonable prices as sale was on. Had a short wait in queue to pay but payment was quick and efficient. Always enjoy shopping I this store. Staff are very polite and friendly 👍.

Fantastic customer service Ayr - Sophie (Dorothy Perkins). You are what every store needs! My daughter was upset, you spent time talking to her which allowed me time to shop and took the time to check the stock room for additional items for me. Good old fashioned customer service at its best. Thank you

It's a nice store plenty of Christmas goodies to wear or decorate your home with. The home department has a great range of bedding for misses soaps purse or the more expensive. The woollies are lovely at £25.you can't not treat yourself I know I did. Yes it's a nice store with plenty of helpful pleasant staff. Thank you all.

I loved this store its smaller than the Livingston store, but they've packed lots into it. Himself picked a smashing bright red jacket in the sale. I was so chuffed I paid for it as a crimbo gift. The ladies section is brilliant I could have tried the whole of the Wallis gear. I even got a freebie of Tiffany's new perfume be the only bottle Tiffany's I get. We had a great time in this shop the staff are very friendly and very helpful don't ever think it's an expensive shop cause it not, pop in for a look and you'll be hooked.

I always like shopping in Debenhams you can always find different things at anytime of the year.

Well stocked with quality products and usually has good after Christmas sales. Loads of named brands. A more modern department store but there lies the problem. Department Store - their layout restricts movement and they seem designed to trap you like a mouse in an experimental shopping maze when there are a lot of customers. They person who comes up with a solution to having a nice attractive store together with a comfortable shopping experience at the same time will be onto a surefire winner.

Like similar stores, Debenhams seems to be set up to ensure it's hard to find what you're looking for. I don't want to search through multiple concessions to find what I'm after. Sort by garment type, not label! Fine for a browse, not so good if searching for something specific.

They've had a shocker here. Friday mid morning. This dark sludge was the bloody mary after the server firstly forgot to put any Worcester sauce (or so it seemed) , then proceeded to drown it with the stuff. Undrinkable. Never came near me once thereafter to ask how it was as it sat at the side my of my table untouched. Partner requested OJ and coffee. She forgot the OJ. Then when delivered, we git an orange squash. Despite being charged for fresh orange. Whilst still waiting for the food (the other reviews mentioning the show wait were spot on) I returned the undrinkable bloody Mary and got a bottle of beer, which was "comped". Food arrived, 40 minutes after we arrived. There were only two tables with customers. The omelette was "fine" apparently. Though a little greasy. The meridian spicy eggs were OK. Not sure what what a potato Scone nacho is other than a regular tattie scone cut in half. All the ingredients were decent, but didn't work as a combo. Eggs were overdone. All in all, utterly underwhelming.

1st time trying the Meridan.. WOW the service was impeccable.. waitress was very friendly and welcoming. Food was absolutely phenomenal very filling and worth every penny. We ordered from the 2 for £19.50 menu which had so much selection. We will definitely be back!!!!

Visited here on 2nd September for dinner and had an extremely disappointing experience! We ordered Steak pie with chips, Chicken Fajitas, Flat white coffee and a glass of water. Waited about 30 minutes for food to arrive, I tried one piece of the steak and instantly knew that this wasn’t right, tasted awful and tainted. Looked very dry with no gravy and there was a smell coming from it. Completely put me off. I could only eat the pastry, veg and a little of the chips. May I add the chips weren’t the usual ones that they usually serve, they were French fries. Further disappointment. I left all of the steak in the ashet it was served in due to the way it was, not edible and my partner gave me one of his Chicken Fajitas, this was okay although a lot of oil was present in the iron skillet which doesn’t usually happen either. Really could be doing with more cheese, salsa, sour cream and guacamole being served with these as not enough for the 3 wraps. For the money being charged at £18.95 it’s shocking. Food wasn’t served piping hot like it usually is either. Luke warm, usually the chicken Fajitas come sizzling hot which they weren’t. We have been coming here for over a decade and I have never felt the way we did at the visit. Waitress was kind although didn’t come over to ask if our food was okay. Once our plates were pushed to the edge of the table the waitress came over and upon picking up the plates I said that the steak pie doesn’t taste right at all and gave my reasons as above. She was very apologetic and said she would say to the chef. Came back and said sorry again and that she would take the drinks off but all the drinks were was a glass of water and flat white coffee so basically take £3.50 off! I said I wasn’t happy paying for the steak pie at £18.95 and my reasons why as stated above, also said all I ate was the puff pastry, veg and a little fries and wasn’t happy paying that price for it when the steak is the main component! I also asked if it was a different chef as I have never had a meal like it before here. Waitress replied well yes due to staff shortages the head chef was along at the sister business The Growler and that she didn’t like the dynamics either. The head chef is good but that’s all I’ll say there. In my eyes this just isn’t good enough, management shouldn’t have someone in the kitchen charging these prices if they aren’t competent enough. At the end of the day it’s the customer suffering due to this. Waitress said she would phone the head chef along the road to come down and see what he thought. Didn’t hear anything from the head chef or the so called chef but waitress came over to the table with the bill and said that the steak pie had been taken off the bill. Left a tip for the waitress as she was very apologetic but it shouldn’t have been her doing so. It has put me completely off this place now. If they haven’t got the right staff to do the job it shouldn’t be open. Very disappointed!

Had a great meal here of the set menu before 7 pm. It was really busy when we arrived but we were able to get a table. I had the nachos for starters, which was a big plateful. Loaded with plenty of topping, the tortilla chips were thicker than I had anywhere else, and as a result, the ones that have all the topping on them that normally go soggy did not here! Just as crisp. The lasagne was great too, really tasty. The chips that came with it were nice and crispy but still soft inside. The staff were all friendly and helpful. If I was back in Ayr I would be going back to The Meridian Cafe.

Lovely food, clean and good service

After being regular customers myself and the girls have always loved a few cocktails in the meridian. Unfortunately we will not be back. We went for a couple before heading for the train as we normally would, the place was very busy when we first arrived which was good to see. Waitress was straight over asking for our drinks order. Soon after we arrived a large party left and just as our drinks arrived the few other small groups left leaving only myself and my 2 friends left. We decided to have another drink and went to the bar and waited to be served. We were completely ignored by staff members who were mopping floors tidying up around us. My friend then asked if they were still serving to be told the bar staff were on a break…never took our order or offered to take our order when staff returned. It was made very obvious that they wanted us to leave and we assumed wanted to close early. Very disappointed as we should be treated the same whether there be 3 customers or 30! We will not be returning after this experience. They were more than happy to take our money when the place was busy then as soon as they everyone left it was made obvious they had no intention of serving us again. Very disappointed.

My son ,and grandson ,took the chance of getting a table for 3 ,on such a busy weekend, as it was the yearly airshow, so everywhere was extremely busy. Despite having 1 chef unavailable so there was only 1 chef on the premises ,and just a handful of waiting staff ,and bar staff. They did an amazing job! Well done to all the team for doing a fantastic job, from being under pressure from it being a very busy weekend . They couldnt apologise enough for the wait of our food. Thank you for doing a fantastic job.👏👏👏👏

An absolute gem that we were so so lucky to find during our Scotland trip last week. The staff member that served us was so lovely and welcoming and informative. The chef's special was amazing and the whole vibe was so cosy and friendly. It was such a treat to had some real creative vegan food rather than the standard chain cafe offerings. We left after a week long visit just wishing we had come on a different day so we could have tried it all but unfortunately our visit overlapped all the other days that the cafe was closed. Either way, I'm glad we got to visit here at all because the food was heaven!

There's a reason this place won Best Scottish Vegetarian Restaurant! Beautiful friendly place, and the food is cooked fresh in front of you. Please come and experience this wonderfulness.

Another amazing meal! Well done Vegan Earth! This is well worth a detour travellers! Lovely cozy cafe and restaurant quality food. ❤️🌍

Really great tasting burgers. Good portion sizes. Great to see an independent looking busy on both occasions. Can't wait to visit again. Great choices in meals as well, this means you'll have to come back and try something different next time 😉. Added bonus of having children's meals as well. Well done. Amazing food and perfect service. Another wonderful visit. Consistent which is lovely. A very warm reception from you both.

Absolutely delicious food, not only does it replicate real meat well, but it creates an entirely new - incredibly tasting - flavour of it's own. Lovely owners who look for constant feedback, and a wide selection of great meals. Would reccomend to anyone in the Ayr area!

Great cake and coffee this morning, thanks! Highly recommend tbis place over any of your regular chain coffee shops. Would have liked to have tried the food but time was against us.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The staff are always the loveliest. Joe is always happy and cares about your experience. Food speaks for itself, from smoothies to paninis, pancakes and lattes the place is outstanding. They always have specials on like soups, mushroom stroganoffs, quiche, curry, always something new to try. Have taken my non vegan brother, mum and boyfriend on separate occasions and they agree it is amazing!

I ordered cheese chips from this place and tbh it was a mistake. The cheese was cold, hard, and tasted like it was spit on. I don’t even want to talk about the microwaved chips. There was no structure to the dish.

Haggis was nice ..chips were nice ...mushy peas were amazing ...my partner had a small chip barm but i thought £4.20 was a bit excessive Other than that ...good food if you been on the road a while and need a refeed

We haven't been here before. Brooke our waitress was lovely she was very polite and attentive we both ordered the fish and chips peas bread and butter. I couldn't finish mine hubby polished his off. The batter was lovely and light the chips not greasy I had curry sauce instead of peas which was very nice. The cup of tea which came with the meal was lovely and hot. Congratulations to Michael on cooking such a delicious meal. We didn't have room for pudding but I'm sure it would be equally as delicious. Thankyou

Extremely Dry, thin, and poor taste. Probably the worst fish I've had and not cheap either.

7.95 for a portion of macaroni, which would have been fair enough if it wasn't a kids portion!! I'd have gave zero stars if I could have. I know prices have increased, but surely an adult portion is still warranted, I feel very ripped off and definitely won't be a return customer. To give a perspective on size, it's in a chip roll box and half the size of mu Greg's cake.

Stopped here for lunch today, good service, very clean and well laid out. Both ordered the BL fish tea, batter on the fish was light and crispy and the chips were tasty. Also tried deep fried black pudding, something that's been on the food bucket list for a while, it did not disappoint. Would definitely return (to try the deep fried mars bars and ice-cream, couldn't fit it in today) and recommend to others.

This Fish and Chips shop is very good and has a variety of items there was some vegans in our group and they said the vegan sausages were extremely good. The deep fried Mars Bar was so good I nearly bought another one the only thing was the lights were a bit bright and they had techno music would go again

We were on holiday for my 60th birthday.. We passed this restaurant one evening before my birthday and noticed that there was Domes in the carpark, which were lite up with fairy lights.. My daughter's managed to book a Dome as a surprise for me, for a birthday meal... It was a magical experience that everyone enjoyed from my 10week old grandson (loved the twinkly fairy lights) to my 10 Yr old twin grandsons, to my 82nd Yr old mother 🥰... The food was excellent and such a massive choice of menus including Gluten Free/Vegan and children's menu.. The portion sizes are on the large side (for all menus) We enjoyed our experience so much we booked 2 days later (to eat in the restaurant) for our 39th wedding anniversary meal. Both of our experiences were wonderful and the Staff went above and beyond on both occasions... Every person in my group would highly recommend this venue especially if you are looking for something special (or even just for a meal).. The cost is very reasonable especially for the quality of the meals and the quantity.. If you are in Ayr, I definitely recommend that you give The Fox & Willow a try.. you won't be disappointed ☺️..

Out walking and popped in for an impromptu coffee. Looked lovely and the sun was shining so we decided to have breakfast in one of their outdoor domes . Oh boy it was worth it. Had the shakshuka breakfast eggs and it was sublime. Lovely attentive and friendly girls which always helps. Cannot fault this is any way. 10/10. Thank you.

Really beautiful setup with the dome dining options. All staff were super helpful and accommodating when we recently visited to celebrate a 50th wedding anniversary. Great menu with lots of imaginative vegan options, including multiple dessert options too which is much appreciated.

Food and service was good as usual, although the person was with wasn't as keen on their meal, sauce was too creamy and rich which stopped her from finishing it. Menu wasn't as eye catching as it can be. Some menus you struggle with choosing, other times I feel like I'm stuck with only a couple of options I fancy. Obviously that is just down to personal tastes though and the fact I'm usually there for a lunch so not wanting steaks and stuff then.

We came here for my Dad's surprise birthday and the staff couldn't have been more accommodating. The food was amazing and they moved us to one of the pods which are so pretty. They sorted our birthday cake for us and helped with the surprise and honestly helped make the night so lovely, really grateful x

Went evening meal, in dome. Fantastic food, staff very courteous and attentive. Would highly recommend. Loved this place.

Made to feel so welcome and really enjoyed the ‘igloo’ experience. Great service and great food. Waitress so efficient and really kind to our wee dog. Will return.

Always like here there loads things if need buy a gift for others or yourself nice restaurant also great coffee an toasties

Their breakfast pack (4xlinks,4xslice,2xblack pudding) is just delicious and amazing value, add that to some eggs and M&S's potato farls and you will have one of the finest breakfasts in the shire...

A good shop with lots of variety available , nicely laid out store. The building itself is a little tired looking inside, but then again, it is an older building that couldn't be easily renovated . The staff are friendly, the items are of good quality , perfect for homewares, shoes , clothing etc. They have a foodstore within, too, which is always of excellent quality produce . I get all of my meat from m&S stores recently as its better quality ans is easier to buy for a smaller household, thr packs of two lamb leg steaks are great, the chicken isn't sinudey, and the dayces and puddings are of good quality .

All staff encountered in both the shop and the cafe were friendly and helpful. In particular, the manager who dealt with our query (Ms Little?) was most helpful. A very positive shopping experience all round!

Enjoyed a good look around while my husband sat outside in a comfy seat.

Love it in here! One of my favourite supermarkets, always has a good variety of food and something for everyone in here. I love the cafe too, the new Colin the Caterpillar frappe is definitely one to try! Lots of gluten free products and can be very affordable. I never leave this store empty handed!

Popped in for a cuppa while in Ayr shopping Staff very friendly, cafeteria clean, tidy and well run, will go again next time we go to Ayr

Fantastic night out in the Gaiety Theatre. It was an amazing show by Gareth Gates and the team, on stage and behind the scenes. Assisted by the Gaiety staff to assist clientel as they organised and ran an organised, comfortable evening's entertainment in style. PS My wife thoroughly enjoyed 😍

What a pretty theatre built in 1902 the interior is amazing. We attended Antiques & little bit of nonsence evening with presenters of Bargain Hunt. A excellent evening & very funny, the presenters where lovely. After the show they all came into the foyer to thank people for coming along & very happy to have their photo's taken with anyone who wanted one. A brilliant evening.

First visit to The Gaiety but won't be the last. Had a fantastic night. Staff were brilliant. Thoroughly enjoyed it. Bowie Experience was amazing. Had the place rocking. Loved every minute ❤️ Beautiful theatre 💗

Staff very friendly/attentive, toilets nice & clean, and the bar has a well stocked selection. The only issue I experienced was at the start of the evening. Someone else was in my seat when I arrived, a15. A staff member must have noticed this & came down to the front row to speak to this person, but in the process accidentally tipped my drink that I had beside me. I'm not sure if the chair thief played dumb or pretended not to hear anything said, but nothing else was done in regards to this matter. I remained three seats down from the one I booked. As for the spilled drink..the bar staff gave me a replacement free of charge 👍

Just seen The Girl on the Train performed by Ayr Fort Players at Ayr Gaiety Theatre. A wonderfully emotive drama and acted out to perfection by all cast members. Congratulations to everyone involved in putting it all together. I would thoroughly recommend seeing this play. All the actors were so believable and there were some very emotional scenes. Go and see it.

The Gaiety is comfortable and easy to access as someone who has mobility issues. There were plenty of staff around to ask for help if you were to need it. The toilet facilities were clean and looked well maintained, also enough to allow for everyone to go to the loo, get a drink and get back to their seats in the 15 minute interval.

Cracking wee local venue that needs supporting! Use it or lose it!

If you have kids this is a must. Great soft play staff and owner are amazing. Very friendly and food prepared fresh it's delicious. Extremely clean can't recommend enough.

Ideal soft play for young children. Has everything for a fun few hours. Food is good and an extensive menu on offer. Great fresh coffee and ice creams too. Staff are friendly and helpful even when it gets super busy and chaotic. There are 2 floors, upstairs, a bit calmer. Busy and noisy but still enjoyable even on a bank holiday.

Soft play area Is fantastic for all ages , we use to go every year both of my sons have autism but was very disappointed in the boss! I explained to him that my oldest son has autism, he has no understanding of what it means by age appropriate for certain parts of play areas! I was with my son at all times! The man was very harsh towards me with no compassion whatsoever, even the parents felt sorry for me and couldn’t believe the way he treated me son, and yes i do know that there is signs there for a reason as my youngest son was aware of the signs! but because my oldest son who has complex needs and no understanding of signs what so ever , the boss should have some kind of compassion And understanding! I never had any bother before in pirate Pete’s before as I did always explain to staff members and they were very good! food was very expensive £6 for two slices of toast! Quite disappointed I don’t think I’ll go back!

Out for a walk along Aye beach with my friend and stopped by for coffee and cake. Very nice. Friendly service and staff.

Outrageously expensive, especially when compared with Kids Play in Prestwick, 2 miles away. £24 for two children to play for 2 hours is iniquitous and I shan't be returning at those over-inflated prices. The food is also rather on the expensive side. Go to Kids Play Prestwick instead.

It’s ok but very expensive. £12 for 1 kid for soft play! £2 for a wee bottle of water. Airport prices. Folk must be minted.

love this place. its so clean (unlike others in the area) and has a closed off baby area and a really big toddler area.

The food was amazing .. everything ordered was up to expectations. Except the spiced tea at the end, which was quite light and watery and would have been nicer if it was heavier. The atmosphere lacked anything to do with an Indian cuisine which is a shame as the Indian theme is absolutely beautiful and attractive. Would still go again and try other things in the menu. Prices were a bit towards to the high end but worth it for a good meal.

It is a very expensive restaurant in Ayr near to the beach. The vegetable curry is one of the worst I've had. Pakora didn't look fresh, and the garnish was embarrassing. The dips also seemed a bit watered down. The spice onions were ok. Chicken tikka was enjoyed by the party as was the nan bread. Although we felt the curry sauce was also a bit too watery. The young girls working there put the effort in. The main hostess seemed a bit too overconfident and had many questions to ask, overstepping by asking what we do for employment. Drinks seemed flat and suspected out of 2 litre bottles. Overall, I wouldn't recommend it. Everyone has their own preference and tastes, etc. It wasn't worth the drive from Glasgow. £95 seemed steep as no alcohol included, nor was it x4 two course meals either, but paying that price it should be exceptional. On this occasion, it wasn't. The view of the beach is nice, plenty of parking available. So disappointed.

Went to Ayr India Seafront and was really impressed. Staff were absolutely delightful, food was delicious and quite a lot of it. Service was quick. Prices were reasonable. Will definitely be back. Location over looking the beach was ace!

The most efficient service I have ever had in an Indian restaurant. Lovely food, great view and very reasonably priced. Highly recommend

Fantastic everything... just too over priced. 3 Normal starters, 3 normal mains, no rice's, 1 naan, 2 chapati, 3 mango lassi, no other drinks... £113.00 We nearly ordered coffee, no wee chocolate or biscoff offering on the side just felt a step too far for what we paid. The family owners are wonderful, the waiting staff Fantastic, all the food was really good.... the view is Magnificent.. It still doesn't add up though. I certainly will be back and having been a few times before I was aware of the costs... I don't mind paying big money for anything. Value doesn't quite hit the mark.

Food was very expensive but the portions were small ,and awful taste. We had to send a starter back as it was not fresh and smelly. Too much food colour in everything and not fresh at all. The only thing that was fresh naan.

When you eat out, the food is obviously the most important thing, and at Ayr India, the food is superb. What makes it it even more special is the friendly welcome, attentive service, and magnificent views of the Firth of Clyde.

3rd time here & highly recommended it, good portion sizes, good quality fresh food & it's always busy & reasonably priced, would definitely return.

A restaurant attached the Gaity theatre. Friendly staff, large portions, interesting cocktails.

First time here and won’t be back. Food and service were ok but the cleanliness is very poor wee we’re in a booth and I looked down side of the seat and it was disgusting very dirty. Table had been wiped with something leaving marks all over it. My daughter and I went to toilet and could not believe our eyes they were terrible soo dirty cobwebs everywhere ceiling vents were full of fluff and dust and toilets there self were covered it toilet roll on toilet seat and floors. I wish I had went to the toilet first cause I would never have eaten here. Sorry but this cleanliness is not good enough.

Went for a pre theatre dinner and two of us ordered balmoral chicken. When cutting into it we noticed it was raw and informed the owner of the cafe. He took the plates away and returned saying it was “well underdone” and chef should have carved the chicken and he would have seen this himself. He offered to cook another but we declined and went for macaroni cheese as a safe bet. Macaroni was okay but a bit bland. Whilst waiting for macaroni we noticed a gentleman also being served chicken which he then proceeded to send back! Why wouldn’t they have checked his before sending out when ours had just been returned to kitchen?! We then ordered sticky toffee pudding and this was a bit stale and stodgy as though it had been made a couple of days prior. We left our dessert and went on to see the show. Must admit the owner handled it well, apologised and gave us 10% off bill. We used to love coming here for dinner, don’t know what’s happened but the chef is going to get the place shut down! Such a shame it’s gone downhill.

My daughter took me to a Neil diamond tribute and had booked this restaurant too before hand? Ordered fish and chips for both of us? Didn’t want to complain because my daughter had booked it, but she asked me to complain? The “ chips” we’re batter bits left over at the end of the cooking night, no potato in them and our forks could not cut through the tiny bits? Sent it back and was replaced by even worse “ chips”!!! Never been so disappointed by a meal. The plate came swimming in grease which tasted off? Waitress said they where having issues with it and to add to insult, charged us for 2 waters( Awful) wish I had taken photos

We had breakfast last Sunday, it was wonderful I had the eggs Benedict with maple bacon and a tea ( 3 cups in the pot ) and the wife had the small fry up. Great Update Popped in for lunch, smoked salmon and prawn salad (wow oh wow ). The ham toastie was perfect. A portion of dirty fries just topped it off.

This restaurant used to be really good but it really has went down hill, getting coffee in a cup that has lip stick on it from a previous customer, then the food order the cajan chips and you lose any sense of taste since there was so much seasoning, then there was the staff who missed the memo about smiling and welcoming to customers

What a wonderful Indian restaurant in Ayr! We have eaten here many times and have never been disappointed. The warmth and hospitality from the staff is so genuine and the food is authentic in every way! Recommend the tapas menu so you can try many delicious items. Thank you Amen for always ensuring a perfect evening

Food just amazing. Service brilliant. Went with my partner and 3 kids. Took some of the food away and had lunch the next day too. Price reasonable. Would go again and again. Back down in July and will be making a point to go here for more superb Indian food

We got a large takeaway here on Saturday night. The food was lovely, exactly what we ordered and very fresh. The service was excellent. We only waited about 25 mins, and the cleared a table for us to wait at. The portion size was huge, we got 2 meals out of it, so we were very happy. The restaurant looked and smelled amazing, will definitely try to eat in if we are here again.

Friendly staff , good veggie food - they have an option of having smaller portions too - a good way to try more foods . The food was well spiced where you could still taste the individual ingredients which I liked . The server was helpful and attentive. Highly recommend.

Very nice food and a very busy restaurant....... Obviously a very popular delivery and takeaway place locally. Good value too. We had the lamb passanda and the chicken saag and they were lovely.

Had dinner here again tonight. Food outstanding as always. Fish pakora is best we have ever tasted. Main meals served as tapas and were superb. .( lamb karahi and chili chicken) Best Indian restaurant in Ayr in our opinion .

Fantastic food; Indian tapas is a great idea. Lovely servers, very attentive. Great price too!

Lovely bar and restaurant with great views. The staff were all lovely and friendly. The food arrived quickly and was very tasty and at a reasonable price. Would definitely call again.

Food was excellent, great service from all staff ....amazing....

Quite nice. Friendly and attentive staff. Food appears to be mid range. I had haddock and chips. It's what I like. The great thing was that the portion was bang on. Often I get a mountain of chips that I cannot finish, at other places. I was so happy that I could clear my plate. Other restaurants should take note re portion size. Might save them a few quid.

Very nice clean place. Food great, service quick and efficient.

Saturday at the horizon hotel in Ayr. They do a special deal . Saturday night cocktail special . 2 courses from menu plus a cocktail from cocktail menu .all for just £16.95 . Great deal . Food was great . And cocktails were great too.

Always a great service andl lovely food easy to park outside in car park

Fantastic hotel. From when u walk in the door the welcome is brilliant from the staff. Beautiful large rooms and spotlessly clean. Have been a few times before and we will certainly be back. I suffer anaphylaxis and the chef pulled out all the stops to make me feel safe..thank you Mark

Local favourite. Great choice of food at any time of day and good quality. Decent portion sizes. Can be very busy, even on a Monday morning, which can sometimes make the place feel quite crowded and cramped, depending on where you are seated, though better than no atmosphere. At peak times you can be looking at a short wait for a table. Staff are friendly and attentive. Bills are paid at the counter which can be crowded at times as they also do fantastic takeaway selections. Also has free WiFi and in the drier months, there's the option to sit at tables out front. From a personal perspective the only downside is lack of parking though many just seem to park outside along the main road.

Stopped off here for some breakfast with my wife. I had the full Scottish, she had eggs Benedict. We both really enjoyed the food. The staff are very friendly. Will definitely go back if we're back in Ayr again.

Cafe 51 is a great place to go with great ambience, clean place and friendly staff-always smiling. Lest I forget, it’s just a stone throw away from the sea side which is about 17-20mins walk

Lovely modern cafe. Good value and varied menu. Really nice staff and very comfortable. Superb home made soup. Great place to relax and watch the world go by.

I have passed this cafe for over 6 years so today I decided to try. Ordered my regular choice of drink. Mocha was hot and tasty the scone was delicious I really don't understand why cafés give hard butter with crumbling scones so getting a soft jar of butter 👍.I sat out side but what I saw inside was nice, the staff a friendly and welcoming. I highly recommend visiting here

It's a lovely cafe the food is fresh and so good. The staff are very welcoming and helpful. I would recommend it to everyone.

Great place to eat. The service was great and the food , worth every penny. Would highly recommend.

Went for ladies day! Negatives were Ticket collection point wasn’t ready for gates open time allowing queues to build up, disappointingly. No cash point on the site Exterior of grandstand looking shabby & clock not working Positives polite stewarding staff and very well staffed keeping site tidy and litter free Positive

Very nice race course, plenty of space. Staff on the gate were very pleasant & helpful, pointed me in the right direction to find who I was looking for. I can't say how long you'd have to wait for tickets as I wasn't there for the racing. There for another event.

Superb location. Had two magnificent days fir the Ayr Gold Cup, Thursday and Saturday. First class amenities and outstanding hospitality.

Good racing venue but starting to look a bit run down. Today the food options were poor but bar was well staffed

Quiet Monday afternoon so a good experience but wouldn't go on a busy gold cup day as I suspect parking and viewing could be problematic.

Good wee day out, just in the grandstand with my 10yr old son for his first time at the races and he loved it, thought staff were very pleasant and the toilets were immaculate

The Grandstand ticket not worth the money far too busy a covid breeding ground. Enjoyed the atmosphere and entertainment. The race day was good and lived sering the horses in the parade sing .

Great golf course in brilliant condition. All the staff very friendly and welcoming. The food was really nice. If i lived close i would love to be a member.

Lovely course well maintained, quite a few dog legs ,good variety of holes ,will return . Excellent club house with pleasant staff ,lovely views of the 18th hole.

Disappointed with the course at £40 a round. Greens were very slow and the course was very wet due to recent rainfall. Plenty of wide fairways, and some good holes but sadly all us were of the same opinion that it wasn't that exciting and not worth £40. Glad we didn't the normal rate of £60 2nd hole had a temporary green with a flag and the grass hadn't even been cut !!! Nice clubhouse with lovely staff and good lunchtime food

Prestwick Golf Club isn’t just a course—it’s a statement. This is where the Open Championship was born, and stepping onto its grounds feels like stepping into golf’s original arena. If you’re looking for polished luxury and pristine modernity, go elsewhere. If you want history, quirks, and character, Prestwick delivers. Located on Scotland’s Ayrshire coast, Prestwick doesn’t try to be something it’s not. It leans into its old-school roots. The clubhouse is classic, with all the tradition you'd expect—wood-paneled walls, artifacts from golf’s early days, and the kind of quiet pride that doesn’t need to boast. You know where you are. The course itself is wild in the best way. Prestwick is not about symmetry or predictability. It’s a 6,500-yard maze of blind shots, rumpled fairways, hidden bunkers, and eccentric design choices that would never make it past a modern architect. But that’s the charm. The 1st hole starts with a tee shot over a stone wall—a bold opening that sets the tone. The 3rd hole, “Cardinal,” is iconic, with a massive, menacing bunker that forces you to think three shots ahead. Then there’s the 17th, “Alps,” which has you hitting blind over a towering dune to a green you can’t see. It’s maddening and brilliant. Prestwick is short by modern standards, but don’t let that fool you. It demands precision, not power. It punishes poor strategy and rewards creativity. You’ll need to think your way around the course, adapt to the wind, and make peace with a few odd bounces. The condition of the course is excellent, but not in a sterile, over-manicured way. The greens are true, the fairways tight, and the fescue rough is no joke if you stray too far. There’s an authenticity to the terrain—you feel like this is how golf is meant to be played, shaped by nature, not machines. Service is professional without being overbearing. The staff respects the game and expects you to do the same. There’s no flash, just substance. It’s worth mentioning that Prestwick is a private club with limited visitor tee times, so you’ll need to plan ahead. But if you can get on, it’s worth every effort. Prestwick isn’t perfect, and it doesn’t try to be. Some holes are quirky to the point of confusion, and if you’re not into blind shots, you might get frustrated. But that’s part of the deal. This is golf from another era, and it challenges you to meet it on its terms. In a world where many courses chase the same slick, formulaic design, Prestwick stands alone. It’s a course that embraces its history, quirks, and identity without compromise. For golfers who value the soul of the game over style points, it’s a must-play. Rating: 9/10 For pure golf history, strategic challenge, and character, Prestwick is hard to beat. It’s not modern, but that’s the point.

someone i know ordered a package and it arrived late as their delivery driver played golf here instead of delivering the package. i do not recommend this place i think it should be shut down. (this is a joke)

I was looking forward to playing here as I've played other courses in the area in the past, but I was sadly left really disappointed with the condition of the course. The tee beds are badly damaged and a mess the fairways are also full off divots that haven't been repaired and then the worst part of the game was the condition of the greens, they were terrible. I don't know how the club keeps its members if the course is in this bad of a condition especially in the summer months. Sorry to say but I wouldn't be rushing back anytime soon to play here again.

Excellent service from start to finish, staff from the pro shop to the bar were very helpful and the course was really good as well

I don't throw out 5 star reviews at all, however on this occasion 5 stars is well deserved. Spot on service, clean and appealing and courses brought out quickly. Excellent 2 course meal, £20 per person for 2 courses with 2 drinks. Delightful House Specials. Highly recommended

We enjoyed a delicious meal in your resteraunt last night. The food was excellent and all four of us thoroughly enjoyed our meals. The owners were very warm and welcoming! Thank you 🙂

Really disappointed. Reading reviews we were swayed away from our regular Chinese but unfortunately wont be back. Asked for no veg in special fried rice but spring onions over the top, now with someone who is autistic it is hard to then convince them to eat it even when picked off. Ordered a chicken curry and rice but was given a chicken fried rice which looked horrible. Ribs were not very appetising either. Called to get correct chicken curry sent out but was advised could be up to 45 minutes when already waited an hour for order to be sent incorrectly. For the price, there is definitely takeaways in the area that provide better food and a cheaper price also.

The spring rolls and BBQ ribs we had to start were very good, nice spicy dipping sauce. Sweet and Sour Chicken Hong Kong Style and Szechuan Chicken, both with rice to follow were perfect. Best we have had in a long time. Tea and coffee was basic but adequate. We will be back.

Pretty average, spare ribs starter was minimal, mains reasonable , I will be trying the other Chinese restaurants in Ayr before coming back here.

A really nice takeaway, had us wanting to go back next time we visit. Superb A++

Lovely friendly service Very reasonably priced definitely go back and recommend

Very friendly and helpful staff. Love their coffee it's not too bitter as some are and is perfect paired with their caramel cup, just the right amount of sweetness. The toilet is a bit of a hike up the stairs but it's clean and fresh.

I regularly eat from this cafe and the quality of food and coffee is second to none. Always look forward to staffs smiling faces. Loved the Onion soup last week, the best I have ever had.

Not been to Ayr for a while. Took my daughter there yesterday. It was brilliant. Had the breakfast and EB. Just great food and happy people. A lovely place

Great little restaurant with a small but well covered menu. From typically Scottish dishes to foods even I enjoyed. The coffee is outstanding. Well situated, clean with friendly staff make this an Ayr gem.

Was in today and picked the French onion soup .Sadly it wasn’t nice at all .Also the service was lacking a bit as well.When the waitress eventually decided to come to our table as I had to ask her for the bill ,I said my soup was very sweet and I got a mouthful of something grainy and disgusting I left it on n the side plate for her to see obviously I only ate a quarter of it..She agreed that French onion was sweet and said oh that’s buillion that hasn’t been mixed properly and left .🤷🏻Not a sorry or anything and it cost me over £6 for a quarter plate of soup.

Like stepping into the past. This establishment has existed on new bridge St. since the 1920's Staff were really friendly and helpful. I just popped in looking for coffee and a cake.This place is classy.The original back room is a sight worth seeing. The decor is amazing. Flat White Coffee was served in a good sized cup which was nice to see for a change. The Scones, of which there is a selection are Monster, really huge. I had a fruit one with jam and butter. Really delicious. The place has a small frontage, so look out for it and dont pass it by like i have done on several occasions before. They have lots of other goodies in store for you ,all at reasonable prices ,so no big extra prices for the delightful atmosphere in which you enjoy your hearts desire.

The food is fantastic, friendly service. On the occasions ive been (Saturdays) it always busy but the staff look at accommodate you as quickly as possible. Possibly the best burger ive tried. Value for money.

Beautiful walk for the dog. Quite often walk right along to greenan. Views are nice sbd the area is generally clean. Plenty of bins for the dog bags troops 👍

Lovely beach great for having a paddle in the water not far to travel to must end the day with a chippie from the Wellington yum yum watch out for the seagulls steeling your chips cheeky beggers

Nice for an autumn walk when the beach is not busy

BEAUTIFUL SCENERY, LEVEL GROUND FOR WALKING, CYCLING OR RUNNING. WHATEVER YOU FANCY. NO PLACE BETTER IN THESE DIFFICULT TIMES.JUST LOOK- OUT FOR ANY MOTOR OR STEAM ROADROLLERS DRIVEN BY SMALL CHILDREN.

Just a great walk down the coast especially if the weather is good.

Beautiful place to camp 🏕✨

Amazing beach kids love it but really easy to get burnt on a hot day.

Lovely place now, was extremely run down for some time, now it is looking amazing! Lovely place to walk, dog friendly, golf course, cafe, toilets.

We had our wedding here in August 2024. It is such a beautiful and well kept venue! An amazing backdrop for photos and very unique. The volunteers are all so lovely and helpful. We could not have asked for a better day! Thank you to Barrie and the rest of the volunteers.

Great place to visit, lovely display of plants and some stunning climbers etc. Regular free events at the conservatory, I was there for the Bee Day 🐝 - very friendly and helpful volunteers on hand to answer questions. Some plants and gifts on sale too. Would highly recommend a visit to the conservatory and walk around the grounds.

Lovely place that's obviously been cared for a lot Friendly staff eager to answer any questions and a great place for anyone looking for inspiration for what to plant or just wanting to stop and smell the flowers

Lovely little glass house on the grounds of Belleisle Estate. Really good cactus display! Lots of interesting plants. Signs of small plants being propagated and a few for sale. I would have said 5 stars but there are a lot of plants in plastic pots which look bought in, chrysanthemums etc., maybe just to fill the gaps. Otherwise very nice and we'll worth a visit. Free entry! There is also a fine walked garden and paths for a wander through the trees.

Lovely place to visit , peaceful , filled with stunning plant displays and observation bee hive. Stroll around and enjoy a rest in the seating areas with a hot drink you can purchase. Perfect place to relax

Gorgeous little glasshouse. Fantastic restoration and maintenance, takes me right back to my childhood memories of Belleisle

Wonderful area to spend time with family. Very beutiful views along the way.

Visited the spot where your car goes up the hill when on neutral gear. It is an optical illusion where the road is down the hill but you think it’s up the hill hence the confusion. Please note that you have to be super careful when stopping as the traffic will be passing.

The Electric Brae is a gravity hill in South Ayrshire, Scotland, where a freewheeling vehicle will appear to be drawn uphill by some mysterious attraction. It's just an optical illusion caused by the shape of the hills, but it's a really good one!

Stop on the brae facing south as in the picture, with stone inscription on your left. You get a better effect. I was driving north towards Ayr and effect wasn't so good. Glad I turned around and came back for 2nd shot, and much better.

While I wished I'd walked here rather than driven, experiencing the Brae was a little bit of fun on a great day out. As a bonus the road leading to/from it is a lovely drive, commanding amazing views of the bay and nearby castle. Was I stunned, shocked or abducted by aliens during my visit? No, but all the same it was great to experience something a little bit unusual (and free!) during my visit to this incredible region of Scotland.

Brilliant place I've been trying to figure out from childhood. Will never understand why the approach roads aren't rerouted to more benefit and encourage tourism. Having people on the road when traffic is trying to pass is dangerous - I'm guilty too. Fantastic unusual place.

Quirky fun. Be careful it's a busy road. Park carefully in the lay by The vision is between the hedges.

Very poor service was slow and food was lukewarm and barely edible. 30 minutes between courses. Definitely would not recommend this place.

Great food, service friendly and efficient. Always best to book at the weekend as it gets very busy. Loyalty app is great as it gives you money off. Dog friendly tables are situated at the back of the restaurant

Few days in Ayr. Came here for breakfast. It was superb! Excellent Scottish breakfast and lattes were very nice. Friendly service, great value for money and dog friendly. Would highly recommend.

Great food at a reasonable price. Friendly staff. Much better than it was when last visited a good few years ago. Definitely recommend!

Brilliant pub/restaurant. Food was incredible, staff were wonderful and extremely well priced. 1st time visiting yesterday before a concert and my Wife and I were back in this morning for a delicious breakfast. Thank you all very much and we will be back soon 😊

Tried Willie Wastles for the first time a few days ago, overall honestly not to bad. Service and atmosphere are excellent. Lamb Shank was cooked beautifully, I loved how generous the sauce with it is. However, the Steak Pie Gravy was extremely salty and the two friends i was with couldnt really eat a lot of it due to that. Also, I could have sworn the mashed potatoe served with the Lamb Shank was out a cheap packet and not made in the kitchen. It had no flavour and no texture whatsoever. Overall though, the Lamb was beautiful that I had. Not bad at all, better than most for a Lamb dinner.

Really good food, woman who served us was excellent. Very knowledgeable about ingredients in all dishes and which ones were gluten free, never once said she didn’t know, she would need to check which was very refreshing. Really quick service and prices were good too. Will definitely return and recommend to others.

I have been coming with friends for the quiz nights for just over a month and its such a great night out. Really nice venue with a cracking beer garden area. Staff are all lovely, friendly and welcoming. Drinks reasonably prices too. Havent tried the food yet but it always looks and smells delicious. It is down a rather steep set of concrete steps which would be the only drawback but it adds to the character of the venue and it really stands out, always have the best night here

Fist time in here just to get a feeling for the place after discovering it. Inside is beautiful with stone walls , little coloured lights. One back area into smaller areas. Also outdoor seating with shelter & patio heater making it a special lil gem . Checked out the food menu for a later date & there's also entertainment. Staff were lovely so definitely coming back Street parking outside

We have a tradition before the whisky festival every year we eat and have a few drinks at the smoking goat. Absolutely love the atmosphere, the drinks and meal are amazing and very very reasonably priced. Waiter was fantastic. This tradition will continue as we couldn't ask for a better place to be before we get full of whisky. Update - As tradition we booked here for our meal and a few drinks before the whisky festival. We booked at 1pm. After we were shown to our seats we waited on drinks and food order. After 15 mins we went and ordered drinks ourselves. When we received our drinks we ordered our food. Unfortunately this is where the service was poor. We were assured a few times our food wouldn't be long. But after 50 mins wait we decided to leave. As we were leaving our food was being brought out. We explained we were leaving due to the wait and was told they had 150 people booked in hense the delay. I'm sorry but that's not our issue. You are a restaurant. If yous can't cope then don't allow that many bookings. We were compensated for our wait which is fine. Food was delicious I can't fault it as usual. But very disappointed in the service. So we have came to the agreement that we will book somewhere else next year.

This was our third visit to The Smoking Goat and we again loved everything. Service by Holly and PJ was fabulous, nothing was a bother and we were well looked after! Huge vegan selection and I even got a dessert! Deep fried pickles are an absolute must and the portions are really big!!! Great atmosphere and food. Be back soon

I used to enjoy coming here regularly but I’m pretty much done. There are issues that show the owner’s priorities and it’s had a negative effect of the business. The owner’s decision to half the portion sizes of food, while keeping the same price shows me that they only care about the money, and not the business itself, as does the decision not to remove items from the menu that haven’t been available for months. Pros: The place itself is really fantastic, I love the exposed walls and beams, the basement location means no direct sunlight so it’s nice and cool in summer. The both in the alcove feels nice and private, everyone’s favourite table! The staff are so friendly and helpful, there are so many creative cocktails, and the bar staff are happy to make a delicious mocktail. The quality of the food is excellent, I love the chicken and chorizo waffle with maple syrup, and there are amazing gluten-free options. There is always soap in the bathrooms. Cons: The prices have stayed the same but the portion sizes have halved, and in some cases the portion is now less than half of what it was, but the price has stayed the same. The menu continues to claim that there’s a soup and cheesecake of the day - there hasn’t been for months but for some reason the owners won’t print new menus - and given the now ridiculously high priced menu, they can definitely afford to reprint. There are no period products in the female bathroom and not all of the stalls in the female bathrooms have bins.

1st time in this place, in for my friends birthday must admit very quick service free shot for my friends birthday, for starters I had bbq chicken wings then a meat feast pizza with some loaded pulled pork fries, 10/10 outstanding the waitresses are so friendly and served extremely quick, next time I'm in ayr I'll most definitely return here again! Thanks staff!

Lovely underground bar and restaurant live events as well

Just regular McDonald’s place. You can be served very quickly. Nice personnel place is tidy. The only problem is access tobthe car park as it closely located to Tesco supermarket.

Anemic hash brown absolutely dripping in grease. It's much paler than the picture shows. Picture with napkin touched against it for 2 seconds shows the fat coming off it. Either your fat isn't warm enough or it's just been dipped in fat. Gross.

Ordered a few items to dine in, initially noticed a mc crispy missing after a minute noticed another large fries missing. Staff are not even considering the customers though I’m standing in front of them. Don’t recommend this branch

Only had a coffee, dining area clean with no messy tables, order came quickly after ordering in the machine, staff serving were friendly.

Great location and parking. Everything was clean as well as the loos. Food was good, as you would expect. Everyone was friendly and it was obviously a local hub for the neighborhood and local groups. Had a great feel to it.

The last few times been to Ayr at least 1 item missing. Tonight a share box all 4 dips missing. Last time chips missing. Fruit bag missing. Fruitshoot missing. All this and only ordering for 2 people. Sat n watched at least another 6 people when I sat in with missing items. Please get staff to double check orders. Be a shame to stop going. Also seen a woman report 3 young neds shouting at her. Reported to staff member they told another staff member who then got a manager. Who then served someone while the lady was clearly in distress. Then the 3 neds got picked up and the manager walked outside just as they got into a car. Told the lady nobody was there. I stepped in and told the manager what happened. Almost 10 mins from reported to actwent outside. Felt for the woman she was I'd say late 50s. Even inside I was challenged by youths when asked to stop shouting and swearing. Staff tried to stop them running into the back of the shop but the shy smiles approach to move them didn't work as was just laughed at by them. Stop neds just sitting in hanging about in groups. Rant over!!!

The culinary experience was markedly substandard. The double cheeseburger, despite its nomenclature, was served with merely a single slice of cheese, thereby failing to meet basic expectations. Additionally, the Big Mac ordered with extra cheese arrived entirely devoid of cheese, suggesting a significant lapse in attention to order specifications. These recurring oversights raise concerns regarding staff training and literacy in order processing. Furthermore, the demeanor of managerial staff appeared notably unwelcoming, with repeated instances of hostile or disapproving gazes, implying that the act of placing an order was perceived as an imposition rather than a routine customer interaction.