We’ve been awarded three AA Rosettes and featured in the Michelin guide
The Dean Banks Group have been very fortunate to receive recognition from some very prestigious bodies in the food space these last few months.
Many of our venues including Dulse, Haar, The Pompadour and Forager have been lucky to be acknowledged by both the AA and Michelin for their culinary efforts.
Michelin-recommended
Every year, the Michelin Guide seeks out the crème de la crème of gastronomy, shining a spotlight on the finest restaurants and their exceptional chefs.
It is a true honour to be featured. A real hallmark of the best dining establishments worldwide. The guide places restaurants in the company of culinary luminaries, becoming a beacon of distinction, and our teams could not be prouder to be mentioned.
Dean Banks at the Pompadour
“The Pompadour is one of the city’s most famous restaurant names, and it sits within one of its best-known hotels, The Caledonian – if you’re lucky, you may get one of the tables that look up to the castle. The tasting menu makes creative use of prime Scottish produce but with a noticeable Asian influence; contrasts in flavours, textures, and temperatures all feature.”
The Forager
“A rural village in Clackmannanshire is the setting for this warm, unfussy pub. Set over two floors, The Forager’s place as the local pub has not been forgotten, despite a stylish renovation. A short menu showcases pub classics and a few more creative dishes. At the heart of it all is good produce, which is brought to life with care and attention, in dishes that have plenty of flavour.”
Dulse
“Make it an occasion by starting with a cocktail in the ground floor wine bar before heading upstairs to enjoy terrific Scottish seafood. Traditional flavours, in dishes like Arbroath smokie tart and St Andrews lobster thermidor, sit alongside those boasting more of an Asian accent, such as banana leaf steamed hake with a coconut and coriander sauce; whichever style you prefer, the quality of the fish and shellfish really comes through.”
Haar
“An appealing restaurant with a modern, Nordic edge; ask for a table on the more characterful first floor, with a view of the open kitchen. The tasting menu reflects the owner’s travels and offers some bold and powerful flavour combinations. Try the signature smoked lobster – and don’t miss Nana's banoffee.”
AA Rosette Awarded
Establishing a realm of culinary excellence, the revered AA Rosette Awards is a pioneering nationwide scheme established in 1956 to assess the exceptional quality of food served at restaurants and hotels.
Led by their team of seasoned inspectors, boasting an unparalleled wealth of experience, this distinguished award represents an immense achievement in the gastronomic space.
Receiving a coveted AA Rosette award places establishments in the esteemed company of culinary pioneers. It signifies an unwavering commitment to providing exceptional dining experiences.
Haar
“Haar Rooms is located just 50 meters from the world-famous Old Course in St. Andrews; Dean Banks who was one of the finalists in the 2018 MasterChef has opened a stunning restaurant with rooms which really does impress. The top suites have views of the golf course as well as the Long Sands and the North Sea. Bedrooms are of excellent quality with many thoughtful luxury extras provided as standard with bedrooms differing in size from Cosy to a Master King Room.
A wonderful location to allow you to sample the locally sourced food that Haar Restaurant has to offer. Breakfast provides a perfect start to your day as you work out how and where you are going to spend your day.”
Awards
Five-stars – Restaurant with Rooms.
Three-rosette award for culinary excellence.
Dulse
Full AA review – coming soon.
Awards
Two-rosette award for culinary excellence.
Dean Banks at the Pompadour
“One of the grande dames of Scottish hospitality, Waldorf Astoria - The Caledonian still offers a genuine 'wow' factor after more than a century. Dean Banks at The Pompadour is the fine dining option on the mezzanine floor of the hotel, the in-demand tables overlooking Lothian Road and up to the castle. High ceilings, intricate plasterwork and walls of striking artwork makes for a grand setting for the modern Scottish cooking with an Asian influence. A fresh and vibrant starter of North Sea hake, Thai basil and coconut might lead on to grass-fed beef cheek, gochujang, ponzu and black sesame.”
Awards
Three-rosette award for culinary excellence.
Award for notable wine list.
The teams across all our venues could not be prouder of these momentous achievements. This really goes to show that hard work and dedication do pay off.
Take a bow folks; you all deserve it.