Reviews for HAAR - January 2022
WHERE CULINARY EXCELLENCE TAKES CENTER STAGE.
We are thrilled to present a compilation of the best reviews from our valued guests, capturing the essence of what makes HAAR a truly remarkable restaurant. TripAdvisor, we've gathered a selection of reviews that highlight the unique aspects that have earned HAAR its esteemed reputation. Each testimonial serves as a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence, ensuring that every visit to HAAR is an experience to be cherished.
“Something different in St Andrews
If you fancy something different then this is the place to go. The team at Haar were excellent, great fun and very informative. The food was exceptional especially the lobster.”
“amazing tasting menu and a very friendly staff team
First visit to this restaurant and we were made very welcome as soon as we arrived through the door. The menu was shared with us and it was so interesting to hear the links with local produce providers and how they arrived at the name of Haar. I leave the staff to tell you more.
We were given a demonstration on the preparation of the appetisers which went down a treat.
This is definately a place I would recommend and will be sure to be returning.”
Only second night open and we showed up with a one year old. The staff were brilliant. Meal was very tasty and presented in very creative ways. Thoroughly enjoyed it and we have already recommended it to others.”
We enjoyed an exciting, delicious and unique experience here on Hogmanay - dishes which included pork belly, trout and lobster to name but a few dishes. Thank you Dean Banks”
We recently visited Haar and could not fault the food, staff or wine pairing. Great experience! Thank you!”
We had a lovely evening at the new Haar restaurant. The staff were very polite and helpful. We enjoyed the snack introduction and every course was a delight to our taste buds. I’d highly recommend, and we’ll look to return in the near future.”
“Warm welcome in a cold restaurant with beautiful food.
The welcome set the right tone.
They nicely balance 5-star service with human warmth.
We sat at the chef's bar to watch sous chef Gus prepare little snacks before we sat at the table.
Gus is communicative, knowledgeable and cheerful. He talked us through each snack and the ingredients used in them.
The snacks were tiny but delicious.
It is definitely worth taking up the invitation to sit at the chef's bar if you can.
I had the standard 5-course tasting menu, as did my wife, but she substituted one course from the vegan menu. No problem.
Food was gorgeous. We were interested to see what high-end Masterchef-type food was like.
Is it just the same, but prettier?
It was quite an experience and all in a good way. It is obvious that the chefs behind the scenes put in the same care and attention to detail that Gus had exhibited when preparing the tiny snacks.
Each course is explained in detail and all questions happily answered in detail.
We ate on an itison deal but even at the standard price of £65 for the 5-course tasting menu, I would say it is worth it.
Special mention for the mocktail my wife had: rhubarb and ginger something or another - it tasted as good as a full-fat alcoholic cocktail.”
Absolutely FANTASTIC the food was amazing the dining experience was great. The staff was so attentive could not do enough for us the Head Chef was so passionate about the food.”
“excellent food, wine and service
We enjoyed the five course tasting menu yesterday. We had the five classic wines with the meal.
What a treat it was. Beautifully prepared food on each course presented by a chef on each.
Wine for each was very well explained by the Somelier.
The whole experience was wonderful a gift from the family for Christmas.
We have supported a few restaurants during knockdown by ordering on line.
Had a delivery from Haar on a few occasions..
It was so good to good to go to the new restaurant in St. Andrews
It has set a very high standard.
Highly recommend.”
Fantastic fine dining. We had the five course tasting menu. We had an itison voucher but would have happily paid full price. Each course was delicious, beautifully presented and brought to table by head chef who explained what all the ingredients were. Will definitely return and try extra courses and recommended wine pairings next time.”
We travelled from Edinburgh to witness this restaurant for ourselves and we were not dissapointed.
We took the 5 course tasting menu adding lobster to make it a 6 course. The lobster, at a £30 supplement per person, was expensive but each of us were glad we opted for it. Delicious.
Each course was beatifully presented and came with an explanation from the Chef. The food itself was of the highest quallity and each plate was cleared.
This restaurant is too expensive to eat in on a regular basis, at least for your average diner, but terrific for a one off or special occassion.”
“Haar : the next French Laundry?
Come in from the cold and bask in the warmth of the lovely staff at St. Andrew’s Haar. What a smashing night! Deftly balanced cuisine shines along side the thoughtful wine pairings. This crew shines with local ingredients prepared with punchy emphasis on joy. Elegant food can be fun! The evening with the crew at Haar took us back to the days when Thomas Keller actually cooked in his own kitchen. Temped to keep this a secret; but too good to miss. Book the table while you can!
And don’t skip snacks at the bar before.”
So glad its back in town.
I followed dean on masterchef and his journey in restaurants.
Haar is certainly in a beautiful setting and lends itself to the food.
Great 6 course menu and gus the chef was great at the start. Cant wait to return.
Pompadour next week with my wife…”
Faultless,quality tasting menu dinner and accompanying wine flight,first class service from really enthusiastic and knowledgeable staff,beautiful contemporary,relaxing restaurant and the attention to detail in all aspects was second to none.Thoroughly enjoyed our evening celebrating my birthday and would highly recommend Haar for that special occasion.”
As you conclude this journey through the remarkable reviews of HAAR, we hope you've gained a glimpse into the extraordinary dining experiences that await you at our restaurant. From the words of our satisfied guests, it is evident that HAAR is more than just a place to dine.
We invite you to join us at HAAR and experience the magic firsthand. Let our dedicated team guide you through our diverse menu. Whether it's a special occasion, an intimate gathering, or simply a desire to indulge in tasty cuisine, we are here to make every moment unforgettable.
Thank you for embarking on this journey with us. We look forward to welcoming you to HAAR.