The Bothy by Ostel Bay

Unnamed Road, Tighnabruaich PA21 2AH, United Kingdom
$$$ Cafe
(84 Reviews)
Price Range £1–10

Welcome to The Bothy by Ostel Bay, a delightful café nestled along the breathtaking Tighnabruaich coast in the United Kingdom. This charming establishment is truly a hidden gem, perfect for those seeking a warm and welcoming spot to indulge in delicious food and enjoy stunning scenery.

The Bothy prides itself on offering a delightful selection of homemade meals and treats that are sure to tantalize your taste buds. The café's menu features an array of mouth-watering options, particularly their diverse burgers that cater to all preferences. Whether you're in the mood for a classic Cheddar Cheese & Onion burger or want to try something uniquely Scottish, like the Haggis, Stornoway Black Pudding, And Cheese option, there's a flavorful choice for everyone, with prices starting from just £7.25. For those looking for a meat-free alternative, the Meat Free Haggis is equally satisfying and bursting with flavor.

No visit is complete without indulging in a sweet treat. The Bothy boasts a selection of irresistibly scrumptious cakes and Arran Ice Creams, featuring flavors like Toffee Fudge and Mint Choc Chip. On a sunny day, don't forget to cool off with a refreshing ice lolly from their selection, including the ever-popular Magnum or SOLERO.

The atmosphere at The Bothy is as inviting as the food, with plenty of seating both indoors and out, making it the ideal spot for families, friends, and even furry companions—yes, it's dog-friendly! Customers rave about the friendly service provided by the owners, who are known to go above and beyond to ensure you have a delightful dining experience. Just take a look at Laurence Moore's review highlighting the helpful nature of the staff, or Caitlin Lodge's praise for the extraordinary homemade cakes. Many guests discover the cafe after a scenic beach walk, finding it a perfectly cozy retreat to recharge with a hot drink or share stories over delicious food.

Whether you’re a local or merely passing through Tighnabruaich, making time for a stop at The Bothy is an experience you won’t want to miss. With its generous menu, friendly service, and inviting atmosphere, it's more than just a café; it’s a community hub where cherished memories are created over delightful meals and friendly conversations.

Join others who have discovered this oasis of flavor and warmth—stop by The Bothy by Ostel Bay on your next visit and taste the difference for yourself!

Contact Information:
Phone: +44 7769 661508
Location: Unnamed Road, Tighnabruaich PA21 2AH, United Kingdom

Service options
Outdoor seating
Takeaway
Dine-in
Delivery
Highlights
Great coffee
Great dessert
Great tea selection
Popular for
Lunch
Solo dining
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Offerings
Coffee
Free water refills
Quick bite
Small plates
Vegan options
Vegetarian options
Dining options
Brunch
Lunch
Dessert
Seating
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Family friendly
LGBTQ+ friendly
Tourists
Payments
Credit cards
NFC mobile payments
Children
Good for kids
Kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Parking
Pets
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed inside
Dogs allowed outside
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

11:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Tuesday

11:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Wednesday

11:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Thursday

11:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Friday

11:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Saturday

11:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Sunday

11:00 AM - 05:00 PM

84 Reviews
Laurence Moore

11 Sep 2025

Very friendly owners. A good range of sandwiches, rolls, soup, pies and some lovely cakes. Open longer hours and longer season than other places in area. We had soup, BLT, carrot cake, Bakewell tart and a takeaway steak and kidney pie. All items were delicious. The owners were helpful to us, beyond what we could have expected. We cycled here, the coast road from here to Kames is wonderful. From the cafe, apart from the first 20m which is wobbly and the last 400m which is muddy, the route to the amazing beach is easy to cycle on any bike. A wonderful cafe near to an amazing beach.

Caitlin Lodge

02 Sep 2025

Stopped in for lunch after visiting the beach. Fantastic service from the two owners who were very welcoming with quick, no hassle service. Great burger with lots of different options to choose from. The homemade cakes were also amazing! Would definitely stop in again if we were in the area.

Gill Cox

08 Aug 2025

Great little cafe at the start/finish trail to Kilbride Bay. After our walk on the beach we fancied a bit of cake to take away with us. They all looked amazing, it was difficult to choose which to have. Also had to try one of the Haggis Kilbridies which was delicious. Very friendly place, with plenty of seating indoors and out. Just a shame it was our last day in the area as would definately have returned.

Gav Ross

20 Jul 2025

Lovely little stop before or after you walk to the beach (or both). Found the owner to be very friendly and can confirm the carrot cake is amazing. Wish I lived a bit nearer so I can go back and get some more.

Mark W

14 Jul 2025

For a 'wee bothy' on the way to the beach, it was an amazing find and experience. From the warm welcome by the owners, the amazing selection of food and the plus for us is the dog friendly environment, making it so good we visited it 3 times over the course of a week as part of our beach visits. Highly recommend if you're in the area, even if just for a coffee and cake.

Shannan Hunt

12 Jul 2025

Very nice coffee shop plus food and ice cream. Dog friendly excellent service. The owner was very kind and informative. We will be back.

VikMat96

10 Jun 2025

Wanted to go to the beach and had to wait out the rain, so we went here first! And that was the right decision! It’s a bit robust, without the signs we would almost have overlooked the little hut. But the food was brilliant! Lots of home-made food, a large selection of dishes and drinks and all at a super affordable price! I had the daily special on the owner's recommendation and loved it. My partner had a halloumi burger and is basically still raving about the chilli chutney. After the beach we came right back for cake and were just as impressed! By the way, all the tips are donated!

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