Modern dining   Traditional pub   Elegant bedrooms
Modern dining   Traditional pub   Elegant bedrooms
Modern dining   Traditional pub   Elegant bedrooms

Dinner that delights

Using the best ingredients from local suppliers, our seasonally changing dinner menu will make you want to come back time and again.

Lunch you'll love

Whether you’re a mildly peckish, or completely ravenous, our mouth-watering lunch menu has something for everyone.

Stay in style

Our four elegant bedrooms offer all the luxuries and thoughtful touches you’d expect in somewhere as extraordinary as Crail.

A local pub for everyone

Our traditional bar is steeped in history and offers the warmest Scottish welcome whether you’re in for quick pint, a slow glass of wine or an amazing cocktail.

Welcome to The Shoregate, where the charm of historic Crail and the best in Scottish food and drink combine to ensure you’ll never want to leave.

Our modern dining room and our historic bar offer a variety of fantastic food and drink that showcases the finest of Fife and the East Neuk.

We’re open for lunch and dinner five days a week from Wednesday – Sunday; reservations are recommended.

Four elegant bedrooms will give you a perfect nights sleep and our tempting breakfast menu will see you through the day.

Whether you’re stopping in Crail for the wildlife, the walking, the golf, a wedding, for a family event, or a relaxing getaway, we’ll go the extra mile to ensure you have an amazing stay.

Session nights in the bar occur every two to three weeks on Wednesday evenings from 20:00 to 22:30.

If you’re a player, a singer, or just like to listen, pop along for tunes and songs old and new. All are welcome and there’s no charge.

We’re a stone’s throw from Crail harbour, just nine miles from St Andrews and no more than 30 minutes away by car from six amazing beaches and over two dozen golf courses. The 95 bus stops right in front too.


Upcoming events in and around Crail

The Crail Festival

Bigger and brighter than ever. Join us for lunch or dinner in between the entertainment, or come and sample our annual Crail Festival cocktail or mocktail

See what’s on and book tickets.


Crail Folk Club

The dining room is open half an hour early from 17:30 on guest nights. Enjoy a pre-show dinner then enjoy some of the finest folk and acoustic music.