DINING AT CRINAN

THE WESTWARD | LOCK 16 - PRIVATE DINING

'Lock 16' is famous for its seafood menus and spectacular views out over the Loch. Although no longer used as our regular restaurant, Lock 16 is still available by arrangement for corporate bookings and private dining.

Lock 16 is located on our roof level diners can watch the sun set over the Corryvreckan as they enjoy jumbo prawns clams, lobster or whatever is available from 'catch of the day' - all landed by the fishing boats, 50 metre from the hotel. From Crinan, the local fishing fleet sails west towards the plentiful fishing grounds on the Atlantic side of Jura.

On their return the catch, usually clams, prawns, lobster and fresh white fish, is unloaded literally yards from the hotel. The availability and choice of dishes dependent on the the weather and the fishermen's catch. For details call now: Tel: 01546 830261

The Independent - Febuary 2004

"The Crinan Hotel is quietly stylish and individual. The walls are covered with Scottish Art and the bar is oak-panelled and furnished with antique tables.It feels smart and old-fashioned, and the first class food is in a similar vein. The chef uses fine raw materials and does very little to them. There are Loch Etive mussels with white wine and garlic, and high-quality sausages with a rich silky mash and an intense onion gravy. There are usually only a couple of puddings, but they're part of the same class act; chocolate tart or nougat parfait with berries."

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