The story
Set within the Fairmont St. Andrews resort on the Fife coast, the St. Andrews Bay Clubhouse & Grill occupies a position that is hard to rival — overlooking one of Scotland's most celebrated golfing landscapes. The setting alone draws visitors, but it is the kitchen's commitment to seafood and steakhouse cooking that keeps them at the table.
The Clubhouse & Grill pitches itself squarely at two of Scotland's great dining traditions: the bounty of its coastal waters and the pleasure of a well-aged cut. Expect seafood and steakhouse dishes prepared with the straightforward confidence that comes from quality sourcing — the kind of cooking that respects the ingredient rather than obscuring it. That same seriousness extends to the wine programme, which earned the restaurant a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence in 2024, a recognition that reflects genuine depth and curation across the list.
Open for both lunch and dinner, the Clubhouse & Grill works equally well as a leisurely midday stop between rounds and a more considered evening meal. The atmosphere carries the relaxed authority of a proper golf clubhouse — comfortable, unfussy, with enough space and light to let the views do their share of the work. As part of the broader Fairmont St. Andrews property, guests have access to the full range of the resort's amenities, but the restaurant holds its own as a destination in its own right for anyone visiting St. Andrews.
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