Ayrshire's quirkiest cafes and eateries to try this weekend

The Coo Shed and more were among the quirkiest cafes in Ayrshire <i>(Image: Getty Images)</i>
The Coo Shed and more were among the quirkiest cafes in Ayrshire (Image: Getty Images)
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If you're looking to try something a little different this weekend, then Ayrshire and its fantastic selection of cafes have you covered.

The region is well-known for its wide variety of eateries, with towns across Ayrshire boasting some of the country's most unique experiences.

From vintage cafes to former working farms, there is something for all tastes.

Ayrshire's quirkiest cafes and restaurants to try this weekend

Here are the best off-the-beaten-track cafes and restaurants to try in Ayrshire, based on Google Reviews.

The Coo Shed

Location: South Corton Farm, Ayr, KA6 6BX

Rating: 4.7/5 out of 1.5k reviews

One reviewer said: "Day trip from Paisley after seeing this working farm on TV. It didn’t disappoint as we sat on the picnic tables (dog friendly) and had a lovely lunch. Staff were very attentive and worked hard to deliver an excellent experience."

Poets Corner

 

Location: 31 Alloway, Ayr, KA7 4PY

Rating: 4.6/5 out of 175reviews

One reviewer said: "Great little cafe opposite Robert Burns historic cottage. Excellent coffee, cakes and other food on the menu."

Cosy Corner

Location: 5 Kirkport, Ayr KA7 1QB

Rating: 4.6/5 out of 117 reviews

One reviewer said: "I was astonished to discover this café still exists. It hasn't changed at all since I first visited around 40 years ago (that's not any kind of criticism - it's lovely to be able to step back in time)."


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The Bothy Cafe

Location: The Bothy, Auchincruive, Ayr, KA6 5AE

Rating: 4.9/5 out of 110 reviews

One reviewer said: "What a fantastic wee place. Dropped in for lunch with my wife and dog. Very welcoming and friendy staff, nice relaxed atmosphere and the food was excellent. We both had lentil soup (really good) my wife had pulled pork with chilli jam on sourdough."

Indigo eats

Location: 68 Gallowgate St, Largs KA30 8LZ

Rating: 4.6/5 out of 237 reviews

One reviewer said: "This was our first time visiting and it didn't disappoint. A brilliant menu with so many options. I went for the nachos with veg chilli and it was so so good. My husband and mother in law loved their meals too. An amazing atmosphere and the staff where all so lovely."

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