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The Dory Bistro

Fife, Pittenweem - Seafood - Restaurant - ££

Popular harbourfront bistro specialising in locally landed seafood

Overall Rating: Good

Uniqueness:Does the establishment stand out in the context of the local area? Good

Deliciousness:How delicious is the food? Good

Warmth:How warm is the service and the hospitality in general? Good

Strength of recommendation:How enthusiastically and widely would you recommend the establishment? Good

With prime raw materials harvested from the day-boats less than 40 metres from its front door, the laid-back Dory Bistro ensures that Pittenweem is amply supplied with ‘classy food all year round’. Ruth Robinson's kitchen teems with Cumbrae oysters, lobsters, crabs, langoustines and locally landed fish – not to mention garden pickings and game from nearby estates – and there’s an art gallery to wander around while you work up an appetite. The regular menu makes all kinds of classic moves, culminating in the ‘catch of the day’ served with seaweed and sorrel beurre blanc. The kitchen’s clean, classic style (‘with a touch of adventure’) also shows in desserts such as a layered vanilla and miso ice cream with miso pearls. Visitors applaud the specials board too – particularly as it also features ‘the most amazing aperitifs’. As for wine, expect plenty of on-trend varietal whites to match the fish-friendly menu. W...

With prime raw materials harvested from the day-boats less than 40 metres from its front door, the laid-back Dory Bistro ensures that Pittenweem is amply supplied with ‘classy food all year round’. Ruth Robinson's kitchen teems with Cumbrae oysters, lobsters, crabs, langoustines and locally landed fish – not to mention garden pickings and game from nearby estates – and there’s an art gallery to wander around while you work up an appetite. The regular menu makes all kinds of classic moves, culminating in the ‘catch of the day’ served with seaweed and sorrel beurre blanc. The kitchen’s clean, classic style (‘with a touch of adventure’) also shows in desserts such as a layered vanilla and miso ice cream with miso pearls. Visitors applaud the specials board too – particularly as it also features ‘the most amazing aperitifs’. As for wine, expect plenty of on-trend varietal whites to match the fish-friendly menu. Wonderfully friendly local staff add to the pleasure of eating at this harbourfront gem.

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M Cairns

14 March 2025

It’s not exactly local to us as we stay in Glasgow, but we frequently go to St.Monans on holiday for a week at a time. During that week we go to The Dory three times for dinner. The staff are so friendly and the food is excellent. They use local suppliers, even their own garden. Good value for money in relation to the quality of food and service.

C Crone

18 November 2024

The specials are amazing and well-priced. The staff are excellent but unobtrusive, and the artwork is very interesting. I strongly recommend it to anyone in the area, the setting is spectacular day or night. Ignore the dead-end sign at the roadside on the way to the harbour!

VENUE DETAILS

15 East Shore
Pittenweem
Fife
KY10 2NHGB

01333 311222

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OTHER INFORMATION

Private dining room, Wheelchair access, Family friendly, Dog friendly

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