Best Burgers in Inverness

Capital of the Highlands with a tourism-driven food scene including quality burger restaurants.

5 burger spots across 4 areas

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🍔 Burger Spots in Inverness

Fig & Thistle Bistro

★ 4.7
Modern Scottish cuisine including gourmet burgers. Known for innovative execution described as 'the best burger I've had in Scotland.' ££

Small boutique bistro offering modern Scottish cuisine in a quaint cosy setting right in the heart of Inverness High Street. Trading since 2015, situated directly across from Eastgate Shopping Centre. Booking recommended due to limited seating.

4A-6 Stephens Brae, Inverness IV2 3JN

01463 712422 Get Directions Website @figandthistlebistro

Coyote Burger

★ 4.5
Smashed beef burgers, chicken burgers, vegan burgers, dirty fries and craft cocktails. Uses 100% grass-fed Scottish cattle and free-range chicken with highest quality ingredients. ££

Since 2018, recognised as one of the best restaurants in Inverness. Set against the stunning backdrop of the River Ness near historic Inverness Castle. Voted Inverness BID Restaurant of the Year 2024 (Highly Commended) and TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Award 2025 - Top 10% Worldwide.

27 Bank Street, Inverness IV1 1QU

01463 220179 Get Directions Website @coyotesinverness

MacGregor's Bar

★ 4.5
Hero Chicken burger, Warrior Pork Belly burger, alongside fish and chips, steak pie, and mussels. Local favourites with weekend specials. ££

Established in 2017 by musician Bruce MacGregor (Blazin' Fiddles) and BBC broadcaster Jo De Sylva. Won 'Best Bar in Scotland' at Visit Scotland's Thistle Awards twice, 'Best Music Bar in Scotland' and 'Best Independent Bar in Scotland'. True ceilidh house with live traditional music.

109-113 Academy Street, Inverness IV1 1LX

01463 719629 Get Directions Website @macgregorsbars

The Castle Tavern

★ 4.3
Freshly prepared wholesome burgers made with locally sourced ingredients. Classic pub food served all day. ££

Family-run traditional real ale pub and restaurant built in the mid 1700s. Overlooks the River Ness and sits across from Inverness Castle at the start/finish of the Great Glen Way trail. Voted 'Real Ale Pub of the Year' 2008 and 2010. Features bar, first floor restaurant and beer garden.

1 View Place, Inverness IV2 4SA

01463 718178 Get Directions Website @thecastletavern

Johnny Foxes

★ 4.1
6oz Foxes Aberdeen Burger made from hand-pressed 21-day matured beef, topped with haggis and red onion chutney, or bacon, cheese and onion rings. Served on brioche buns with baby gem, beef tomato, coleslaw and seasoned chips. Signature Nessie Burger also popular. ££

First opened in 1997 in the heart of Inverness. Live music seven nights a week, quality fresh food and great selection of drinks, set on the beautiful banks of the River Ness. Burgers supplied by local butcher Hastie and Dyce.

26 Bank Street, Inverness IV1 1QU

01463 236577 Get Directions Website @johnnyfoxes_theden

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