Restaurant Andrew Fairlie

Restaurant Andrew Fairlie: two Michelin stars in the heart of Gleneagles

Restaurant Andrew Fairlie is an award-winning independent establishment operating within the Gleneagles hotel in Auchterarder, Scotland. It presents itself as Scotland's longest-standing two-Michelin-starred restaurant and offers a dining experience based on seasonal Scottish produce.

The restaurant combines thoughtful service and attention to detail which, according to its own description, rank as highly as creative cooking. Its location within a world-famous hotel is part of its identity.

Awards and history

The Michelin Guide has recognised the restaurant since 2006 and it has held an AA Rosette since 2007. The company describes itself as an award-winning independent entity and emphasises its status as the longest-standing two-Michelin-starred restaurant in Scotland.

Menus and culinary offering

The offering is built around à la carte and tasting menus, with vegetarian versions of both formats. It also includes apéritifs, wines and digestifs. The restaurant describes its cuisine as “simple food, brilliantly done” and places emphasis on seasonal perfection.

Produce, suppliers and own garden

The restaurant has its own walled garden, the Secret Garden, which it uses as a source of inspiration and innovation to experiment with new and unusual varieties and create combinations with seasonal produce. It also maintains lasting relationships with its suppliers to guarantee sustainability, quality and complete traceability of all produce.

Team and work culture

The company states it has created an environment where skills are shared and learned, creativity is celebrated, and enthusiasm and collaboration are valued. It notes that working at the restaurant is an opportunity to train alongside experienced industry professionals. At the time of analysis, the website included job openings for sommelier, chef de partie and commis waiter, with indicated salary ranges.

Dining experience

The restaurant presents itself as a dining destination within the Gleneagles hotel, with an experience designed to be remembered. The page also mentions the possibility of purchasing gifts, described as unique and memorable presents, and offers a reservations section.

Andrew Fairlie Scholarship

The website devotes a section to the Andrew Fairlie Scholarship, an initiative linked to the legacy of the chef after whom the restaurant is named.

Location and contact

Restaurant Andrew Fairlie (In Gleneagles Hotel) Auchterarder PH3 1NF · Phone: 01764694267