This flexible venue boasts unrivalled views of the Victorian Forth Bridge and a menu that incorporates the freshest fish – literally caught on the doorstep. Chef Paul Steward (chef profile page 62) and his wife Suzanne are at the helm of this fabulous seafood restaurant located on the banks of the Forth in South Queensferry. Here, provenance and freshness of ingredients are not just ideals, they are intrinsic to the restaurant’s success.

Entering from the High Street, you will find yourself in a vibrant new cocktail bar. Sip one of the award-winning concoctions before venturing downstairs to the restaurant, or revel in the lively atmosphere of the bistro and wine bar. In the restaurant, the selection of dishes changes on a daily basis, depending on what has been caught fresh that day. Expect to start with sensational seafood like soft-shell crab in tempura batter, or half a dozen Scottish oysters with a red onion and wine dressing. For the main courses, Paul works his magic on monkfish, scallops, tuna, grey mullet, sea bass, king prawns, red mullet and much more besides – this is a seafood-lover’s heaven.

Whether you’re after a romantic soiree in the restaurant, or want to spend an evening exploring the wine list in the bistro and bar, The Boat House is just perfect.