The Saint

4.3

1417 Reviews

£25 and under

British

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2 people

Dec 30, 2024

8:00 PM

Booked 21 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for groups
Charming
Neighborhood gem

Welcome to The Saint Bar & Kitchen! Formerly St Andrews institution The West Port, the Saint has recently received an extensive renovation creating cosy, modern lounge areas and a refreshed, extensive garden area so you can enjoy whatever the Scottish weather throws your way.

Please note that our kitchen closes at 9pm so we cannot offer food after this time.

🧒 Under 18s welcome until 10pm
🐶 Dog-friendly
💡 Pub Quiz Thursdays at 7pm
🏃 Walk-ins welcome
🍹 Bookings for food & drink and just drinks welcome
📅 Contact us directly for bookings of 8 or more

*For Bookings Graduation week. Please get in touch via email- Sinners@the-saint-bar.co.uk*

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
British, Scottish
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu 12:00 pm–12:00 am Fri 12:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 9:00 am–1:00 am Sun 9:00 am–11:00 am
Phone number
01334 804168
Website
http://www.the-saint-bar.co.uk/
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
170 South Street, St. Andrews, Fife KY16 9EG
Neighborhood
St Andrews
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine

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Experiences

Hogmanay at The Saint
£75.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 31, 2024 only
Celebrate Hogmanay at The Saint with a fantastic evening of food, music, and festive cheer! Starting at 7:30pm, enjoy a luxurious 5-course set menu for £75 per person, complete with a glass of fizz on arrival. Live music from The Weegie Beats will kick off at 9pm and take you through to the New Year, keeping the party going until 1am. Don’t miss out on a night to remember—book your spot now and welcome 2025 in style! *Vegetarian/ Vegan Options available- please contact: Sinners@the-saint-bar.co.uk to discuss any dietaries!*
Burns Night at The Saint
£45.00 per person
Prepaid
Jan 23, 2025 only
Join us on Thursday 23rd January at 7:30 PM for a traditional Burns Night celebration. Enjoy a 4-course Scottish feast with a welcome cocktail from Kingsbarns Whisky, accompanied by a piper, the Address to the Haggis, and live music. Menu: Haggis, Neeps & Tatties Laphroaig Cured Salmon Pan-Seared Venison Loin Bramble Cranachan Tickets are £45 per person. Celebrate Scotland’s rich heritage and book now to secure your spot!

What 1,417 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.2Service
4.3Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Angus/Fife
Great for brunch
Angus/Fife
Good for business meals
Angus/Fife
Good for groups
Angus/Fife
Neighborhood gem
Angus/Fife
Lively
Angus/Fife
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Saint in St Andrews is a charming venue with a versatile setting, offering a delightful dining experience with a welcoming atmosphere. Guests appreciate the "excellent service" and "delicious food," with standout dishes like the sea bass and steak pie. The restaurant's dog-friendly policy and accommodating staff make it a popular choice for families and casual outings. While service can occasionally be slow, the overall experience remains positive, making it a "wonderful place to eat."

1,417 Reviews

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Pelin
London
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
The employee named Megan did not accept us even though there were many vacant seats. I went out and made a reservation on opentable and we were taken in. The discrimination we saw in this restaurant, which we have not been turned away from anywhere in the world, was very shameful. The female manager came and talked to us, she brought our food, the taste was good, the environment was nice. Be careful, if you are of a different race, you may not be allowed in! Make a reservation and go!!!thank you.by the say St Andrews is amazing without “Megan”
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Jennifer
Glasgow
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
The waiting staff were spread way too thin. It took 40 mins for us to get our starter only after we asked for them. Was asked if wanting any condiments with meal- still never got them Really disappointing
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Andy
Angus
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, very good service, staff friendly and attentive.
The SaintResponded 3 days ago
Thanks for your kind review Andy!
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Robin
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Really excellent food…as always. The ambiance was welcoming if not occasionally noisy…but it was Christmas Eve! The portions are generous and the sticky toffee pudding is to die for! Staff were friendly and attentive. Can’t really fault it
The SaintResponded 3 days ago
Thank you so much Robin for your kind words. Hope to see you soon for another sticky toffee!
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Liz
Glasgow
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The food was good when we got it. We waited about 50 minutes for our food but the manager did the right thing and without a complaint from us he deducted 25% off the bill. So that was the right thing to do. The restaurant wasn’t that busy but still a good atmosphere and nice vibe
The SaintResponded 5 days ago
Hi Liz Thank you for taking the time to review your recent visit and I am glad you enjoyed the atmosphere and food. Please accept my apologies for the slower than usual service due to us having several larger parties in the restaurant and private dining room. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kindest Regards Steven
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Margarita
VIP
Tallahassee
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on December 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was a wonderful Christmas welcome to St. Andrews.
The SaintResponded 1 day ago
Thanks a million Margarita!! Happy to have you.
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angela
Glasgow
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service and food was amazing. Would definitely recommend.
The SaintResponded on December 17, 2024
Hi Angel Thank you for the 5 star review and delighted you had a great experience. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Kindest Regards Steven
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Deb
VIP
Kincardineshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Enjoyed a relaxed meal with friends - service was very good . The food was very nice , good portion sizes and tasty. Our server was excellent and dealt with our group in a relaxed & friendly manner. Would be happy to return
The SaintResponded on December 17, 2024
Thank you so much for your kind words Deb, can't wait to see you again!
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Mairi
Yorkshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Once again The Saint delivered. Great food, excellent service, comfortable surroundings and a mellow atmosphere.
The SaintResponded on December 17, 2024
Thanks for your kind review Mairi!! Hope to see you again.
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David
Aberdeen
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
After having a phone call to confirm our booking for 4 people, I was informed that we could not mix both the a la carte menu and the festive menu( I always thought that the paying customer decided what the wished to eat) Service was paid Painfully slow,considering* that the restaurant already had confirmation of our choices of food. Food itself was not piping hot, but appeared to have been sitting under a heat lamp before being served. Staff were at best average, with one waitress dropping desert cutlery on the table, rather than placing it to individual places. Worst of all was the service charge added to our bill. When questioned, we were informed that this was normal practice, with no option of accepting or refusing said service charge. At nearly £20 of a service charge, to say we were shocked was an understatement. Having visited this restaurant/ bar on several occasions, we were very ,very disappointed. On this visit, I can say that we were not the only unhappy customers. With this visit in mind, I can only say, that it will be our last. Sorry, no calu3 for money at all
The SaintResponded on December 2, 2024
Hi David Please accept my further apologies that we did not deliver on the evening and you felt the service was poor. As we discussed on the evening the pre-order for the festive menu is a requirement as we do not offer this menu on a walk-in basis, and certainly allowing the option to mix the a la carte menu with the festive menu is certainly something we will consider for future festive seasons. The service charge which is discretionary is added to all bills upon presenting to the customer and should it be requested then absolutely there is no issue for this to be removed - we do advise customers on all our menus as well as on our website that we operate a discretionary charge policy. Kindest Regards Steven Gordon
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The Saint is rated 4.3 stars by 1417 OpenTable diners.

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