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Eight On The River, Inverness, Highlands

Eight On The River

3.9
3.9
30 Reviews
£25 and under
British
Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, 8 Ness Walk, Inverness, Highlands IV3 5NG

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2 people
7:00 PM

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
  • Great for scenic views
Welcome to Eight On The River at Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, we look forward to serving you.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Scottish
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

What 30 people are saying

Eight On The River reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

3.9
3.9 based on all time ratings
  • 3.9Food
  • 3.9Service
  • 3.8Ambience
  • 3.7Value

NoiseEnergetic

30 Reviews
  1. Sally VIP

    Indiana4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a beautiful view of the Inverness Castle from our table. It was a splendid Easter dinner.

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  2. Nenette

    Inverness1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything from the presentation to the flavors was spot on, the staff was friendly and attentive. Will definitely be back. One of the best meals we've had. The head chef was superb

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  3. Simon

    County Durham1 review

    4.0

    Dined on January 18, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good location but very little parking - best to head straight for the cathedral car park. Food was good, service was excellent, value for money very good.

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  4. Heather

    Inverness6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The server that attended to us, was courteous, knowledgable, friendly, attentive, polite, could not have asked for a better server. the food was excellent. Reasonable priced. Table looking over the water was stunning. Couldn’t think of anywhere better to celebrated our 45th Anniversary

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Dublin1 review

    2.0

    Dined on July 3, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Unfriendly service bland food poor menu and very expensive

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Inverness1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As it was a birthday celebration meal it was quite important that it was special. We were seated in the window looking over the river and castle. The food was excellent, service ( by Laura) was equally as good. I ordered the cheeseboard, it WAS a board!!! So much so I did what Laura suggested and asked for a plate to take the remainder back to our room for a midnight feast!! We wouldn't hesitate recommend the restaurant or the food to anyone.

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  7. bigalzo

    London9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 8, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely restaurant decor with riverside and castle views from window seats. Very good polite service. Food was fresh, hot and served very promptly. We both had fish but it was excellent. We shared a substantial cheeseboard to finish. Good value. Would recommend.

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  8. SusanL

    Angus2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on January 3, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The restaurant and service was excellent. Nice atmosphere and staff were helpful and welcoming. Only small complaint was how quick the courses were served to us but apart from that it was all good

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    New York City9 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on July 30, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Food good and decor very nice but the service was terrible. It was on a Sunday evening so May have not had regular crew working but the service was awful—cork in the wine —the waiter spilled water on me and had to go find waiter if needed something.

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  10. ThomasS

    Inverness2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on July 8, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Enjoyed a tasty, well-prepared ribeye steak dinner. It was Saturday evening so the restaurant was full and there was a banquet adjoining the restaurant. But service was good. I liked the haggis starter as well.

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FAQs

Eight On The River is rated 3.9 stars by 30 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
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Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, 8 Ness Walk, Inverness, Highlands IV3 5NG

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Inverness
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Scottish
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Wine
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