Bothy Bar
Mounthoolie Lane, KW15 1JZ - Kirkwall
·£10–20
Bar
British
Menu - Popular Dishes
Haggis Kofta
Venison
Pint of Dark Island Ale
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Dine-in
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Delivery
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Takeout
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Alcohol
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Cocktails
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Wine
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Reservations
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Wheelchair accessible
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Accessible restroom
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Casual
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Cozy
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Good for groups
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Google Reviews ⭐ 4/5 (117)
4 months ago
Stopped in for some lunch and a couple pints. Ordered the beef and ale stew. The food was delicious, the stew and bread went incredibly well together. The bartender was a champ with how busy it was getting to everyone. When I come back to Kirkwall I will definitely visit again.
7 months ago
Great little Pub in centre of town. Had fish Pie & Beef and Ale Pie. Friendly service and cosy atmosphere
3 months ago
We gave this place two cheerful chances. Unfortunately policy won out over hospitality and graciousness of character. We were so hopeful of having a late lunch and beverages after arriving at 2:10 pm. We had the menus ripped from our …
5 months ago
Very quiet, with Eastenders on the TVs when we visited. Left after one drink. The lady behind the bar was lovely.
4 months ago
Lovely little pub, with many interesting old photos on the walls. Food is good, service is fast. Only thing I didn't like: the music. I guess there's one of those modern jukeboxes, the choice of music is up to the customer and today I've been unlucky.
2 months ago
Staff were so friendly and the food was definitely a cut above the usual pub fare, beautifully cooked and full of flavour. Would recommend to others and would definitely come back!
Features & Services
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has great beer selection
Has live performances
Popular for
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves food
Serves food at bar
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Pets
Dogs allowed
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