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35-day dry-aged steaks  - Contrast Brasserie, Inverness, Highland

Contrast Brasserie

4.7 (1021)
£25 and under
Scottish
20 Ness Bank, Inverness, Highland IV2 4SF

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2 people
19:00
Booked 17 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
Welcome to Contrast Brasserie. With a sharp focus on Scottish, locally sourced produce, we invite you to savour the tastes of the season with a touch of Pan-Asian flair.

From succulent rare breed pork, prime dry-aged beef to market fresh fruit and vegetables we try to stay true to our Scottish roots, creating simple dishes built around one great ingredient. Located just a short walk from the City Centre of Inverness, take a wander along the tree lined river where a warm welcome awaits!

Early Bird Menu not available on Saturday night

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Scottish, Contemporary Asian, Contemporary European
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Sat 07:00–10:00 Sun 08:00–10:00 Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00–14:30 Afternoon Tea Daily 12:00–16:00 Sunday Sun 13:00–21:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Jessie
  • Catering
    Using only the very best of local produce, our menus celebrate the best of Scottish food but with a touch of pan-Asian flair.<br />We source all our produce locally and produce everything in-house, from succulent rare breed pork, and prime dry-aged beef to market fresh fruit and vegetables.
  • Private party facilities
    The oak-lined Private Dining Room or Windsor Function Room are available for exclusive hire for 2 to 90 guests and offer the ideal space for a meeting of the minds or a large social gathering.
  • Area
    Inverness
  • Cross Street
    Ness Bank
  • Parking details
    With ample free on-site parking there is no need to find a parking place then traipse across town in the rain - you are literally seconds from car to table, door-to-door!
  • Public transit
    The Stagecoach Highland buses 6 (Lochardil) and 16 (Foyers) stop on Haugh Road which runs parallel to Ness Bank where Contrast is situated.The hotel is a short walk from Inverness Train station.
  • Entertainment
    Enjoy live music from our resident piano player in our Piano Bar every Friday and Saturday.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 1,021 people are saying

Contrast Brasserie reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Best Overall

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Best Food

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Best Service

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Best Ambience

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Best Value

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Good for business meals

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Child-friendly

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Good for groups

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Healthy

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Hot spot

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Great for fine wines

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Romantic

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Good for special occasions

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Lively

  • Inverness / Scottish Highlands

    Scottish

  • Inverness

    Best Overall

  • Inverness

    Best Food

  • Inverness

    Best Service

  • Inverness

    Best Ambience

  • Inverness

    Best Value

  • Inverness

    Good for business meals

  • Inverness

    Good for groups

  • Inverness

    Healthy

  • Inverness

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Inverness

    Great for fine wines

  • Inverness

    Good for special occasions

  • Inverness

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Inverness

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Contrast Brasserie in Inverness is celebrated for its "superb service," "beautiful atmosphere," and "amazing food." Frequent diners commend its "excellent cocktails" and "fantastic value" pre-theatre menu. The restaurant features a diverse menu with Asian influences, consistently delivering "top class" meals that make it a "favourite" dining spot.
1,021 Reviews
  1. Dougal

    Inverness / Scottish Highlands1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Brilliant Birthday meal wife wife ; superb service from all and especially Diego Brought out surprise free cake for wife

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  2. Aimee

    Denver / Colorado17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 8 June 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful atmosphere and very attentive and professional staff. The food was amazing - beautiful in presentation and absolutely delicious. Excellent cocktails as well.

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  3. Gillian

    Inverness / Scottish Highlands2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 4 June 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Quick and efficient service and really good hot food with great flavours. Would highly recommend. Thank you.

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  4. Amy

    Inverness / Scottish Highlands1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 2 June 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A lovely evening, the staff were very professional and swift and the food was excellent. We came in for dinner and had two steaks from the grill. They were delicious.

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  5. Anns

    Inverness / Scottish Highlands1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 1 June 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love Contrast. Food, service, staff always excellent.

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  6. Gunda

    Lower Saxony3 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 31 May 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    It’s our third stay in the brasserie, the first stay 4 years ago was the best. Last night wines and food (duck) were poor. This was the last time for us.

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  7. Gary

    Inverness / Scottish Highlands1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 30 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and excellent service , great value for money, will be back👍

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  8. Stephen

    Inverness / Scottish Highlands6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Class act as always. Food was top notch served by professional staff.

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  9. Shona

    Inverness / Scottish Highlands2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic birthday meal, beautiful food and great friendly service. Highly recommend

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  10. David

    North Scotland6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 24 May 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Been many times great spot for visiting the Theatre service always good as is the food but note prices have risen and with completion of equal quality but less pricey in the vicinity they might want to visit that.

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FAQs

Contrast Brasserie is rated 4.7 stars by 1021 OpenTable diners.

Contrast Brasserie does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 17 times today
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20 Ness Bank, Inverness, Highland IV2 4SF

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Ness Bank
  • Area
    Inverness
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Sat 07:00–10:00 Sun 08:00–10:00 Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00–14:30 Afternoon Tea Daily 12:00–16:00 Sunday Sun 13:00–21:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–21:00
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Scottish, Contemporary Asian, Contemporary European
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    With ample free on-site parking there is no need to find a parking place then traipse across town in the rain - you are literally seconds from car to table, door-to-door!
  • Public transit
    The Stagecoach Highland buses 6 (Lochardil) and 16 (Foyers) stop on Haugh Road which runs parallel to Ness Bank where Contrast is situated.The hotel is a short walk from Inverness Train station.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jessie
  • Entertainment
    Enjoy live music from our resident piano player in our Piano Bar every Friday and Saturday.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Using only the very best of local produce, our menus celebrate the best of Scottish food but with a touch of pan-Asian flair.<br />We source all our produce locally and produce everything in-house, from succulent rare breed pork, and prime dry-aged beef to market fresh fruit and vegetables.
  • Private party facilities
    The oak-lined Private Dining Room or Windsor Function Room are available for exclusive hire for 2 to 90 guests and offer the ideal space for a meeting of the minds or a large social gathering.
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