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35-day dry-aged steaks  - Contrast Brasserie, Inverness, Highland

Contrast Brasserie

4.6
4.6
965 Reviews
£25 and under
Scottish

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 8 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for scenic views
Welcome to Contrast Brasserie. With a sharp focus on Scottish, locally sourced produce, we invite you to savour the tastes of the season with a touch of Pan-Asian flair.

From succulent rare breed pork, prime dry-aged beef to market fresh fruit and vegetables we try to stay true to our Scottish roots, creating simple dishes built around one great ingredient. Located just a short walk from the City Centre of Inverness, take a wander along the tree lined river where a warm welcome awaits!

Early Bird Menu not available on Saturday night

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Scottish, Contemporary Asian, Contemporary European
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Sat 7:00 am–10:00 am Sun 8:00 am–10:00 am Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Afternoon Tea Daily 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Sunday Sun 1:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    01463 223777
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Jessie
  • Catering
    Using only the very best of local produce, our menus celebrate the best of Scottish food but with a touch of pan-Asian flair.<br />We source all our produce locally and produce everything in-house, from succulent rare breed pork, and prime dry-aged beef to market fresh fruit and vegetables.
  • Private party facilities
    The oak-lined Private Dining Room or Windsor Function Room are available for exclusive hire for 2 to 90 guests and offer the ideal space for a meeting of the minds or a large social gathering.
  • Neighbourhood
    Inverness
  • Cross Street
    Ness Bank
  • Parking details
    With ample free on-site parking there is no need to find a parking place then traipse across town in the rain - you are literally seconds from car to table, door-to-door!
  • Public transit
    The Stagecoach Highland buses 6 (Lochardil) and 16 (Foyers) stop on Haugh Road which runs parallel to Ness Bank where Contrast is situated.<br /><br />The hotel is a short walk from Inverness Train station.
  • Entertainment
    Enjoy live music from our resident piano player in our Piano Bar every Friday and Saturday.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 965 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Best Overall

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Best Food

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Best Service

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Best Ambience

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Best Value

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Great for brunch

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Good for business meals

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Hot spot

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Great for fine wines

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Romantic

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Good for special occasions

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Scottish

  • Inverness

    Best Overall

  • Inverness

    Best Food

  • Inverness

    Best Service

  • Inverness

    Best Ambience

  • Inverness

    Best Value

  • Inverness

    Great for brunch

  • Inverness

    Good for business meals

  • Inverness

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Inverness

    Healthy

  • Inverness

    Hot spot

  • Inverness

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Inverness

    Great for fine wines

  • Inverness

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Contrast Brasserie is a delightful culinary destination in Inverness, praised for its "fantastic food and wine choices" and "exceptional service." With a menu that showcases diverse flavors, including standout dishes like the "tempura shrimp" and "vegan dragon roll," the restaurant offers a memorable dining experience. Guests appreciate the "lovely setting" by the water and the attentive staff, making it a favorite for both locals and visitors.

965 Reviews
  1. Amber

    Inverness

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Genuinely one of the best restaurants I’ve ever been to Inverness. The staff went above and beyond, even bringing out a small cake for my partner’s birthday. Food was amazing and staff were faultless, first time coming and definitely won’t be the last. Thanks so much!

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  2. Krista

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious steaks, great wine and wonderful ambience.

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  3. Zandra

    Inverness

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely surroundings. Easy parking. Nice friendly staff. Good service, delicious food. Nice background music.

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  4. Alan

    Calgary

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ribeyes and sea bass. The best we have had in the UK. Great whiskey selection as well.

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  5. Lorna

    Inverness

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and great steak, good value as always !

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  6. Morven

    Inverness

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great choice of lunch options and good value. Staff were all lovely. Good allergy information and assistance with ordering. Thank you!

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  7. Leon

    Inverness

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The staff were pleasant from the moment we entered until we left, the food arrived pretty quick like they timed it perfectly.

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  8. Angela

    Inverness

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything about this place was 5 star. Will definitely be going back

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  9. Leonard

    London

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 18, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Positives - Lovely atmosphere super helpful, friendly and attentive staff, good price for rmthe pre-theatre meal. Negatives - The toast on my chicken toast starter was burnt (could hardly eat it and left most of it) and instead of curried cauliflower with my sea bass as on the menu, it came with carrots in the curry sauce (no cauliflower) disappointing, as it didn't go with it.

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  10. John

    Inverness

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great service, great value. Happy to come back

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FAQs

Contrast Brasserie is rated 4.6 stars by 965 OpenTable diners.

Contrast Brasserie does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 8 times today
Google Map for Contrast Brasserie

20 Ness Bank, Inverness, Highland IV2 4SF

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Ness Bank
  • Neighbourhood
    Inverness
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Sat 7:00 am–10:00 am Sun 8:00 am–10:00 am Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Afternoon Tea Daily 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Sunday Sun 1:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Scottish, Contemporary Asian, Contemporary European
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    With ample free on-site parking there is no need to find a parking place then traipse across town in the rain - you are literally seconds from car to table, door-to-door!
  • Public transit
    The Stagecoach Highland buses 6 (Lochardil) and 16 (Foyers) stop on Haugh Road which runs parallel to Ness Bank where Contrast is situated.The hotel is a short walk from Inverness Train station.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jessie
  • Entertainment
    Enjoy live music from our resident piano player in our Piano Bar every Friday and Saturday.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    01463 223777
  • Catering
    Using only the very best of local produce, our menus celebrate the best of Scottish food but with a touch of pan-Asian flair.<br />We source all our produce locally and produce everything in-house, from succulent rare breed pork, and prime dry-aged beef to market fresh fruit and vegetables.
  • Private party facilities
    The oak-lined Private Dining Room or Windsor Function Room are available for exclusive hire for 2 to 90 guests and offer the ideal space for a meeting of the minds or a large social gathering.
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