The Orangery Restaurant - The Old Manse of Blair

The Orangery

The restaurant is currently closed but we do offer a Good Food To Go Menu each weekend for take away. The Restaurant will reopen fully on 15 July. Thereafter,on opening and going forward, due to social distancing requirements we strongly urge you to make a dinner reservation at the time of booking to avoid disappointment.

The Orangery has been awarded a five star grading from

Visit Scotland and the AA in 2019.

You will find a warm atmosphere, family friendly environment, serving Scottish contemporary food made with fresh seasonal ingredients and the finest local produce.

Gift vouchers which were due to expire will be extended to 30 November 2020. Thank you for your support during this extraordinary time.

email [email protected] for future bookings

or call 01796 48 33 44

Coronavirus Statement

Due to the ongoing and currently evolving situation around Coronavirus COVID19 please be advised that we will be adopting the advice of the authorities as we continue to operate as a hotel. Our measures include closure of dining within the restaurant and a new room service menu for breakfast and dinner service for residents guests. If you suspect you have been in contact with COVID19 or are showing any symptoms, have travelled to any of the high risk areas DO NOT visit the premises for the protection of our staff and guests.

Hand sanitiser is available at all entry and exit points although this is not a replacement for hand washing.

Afternoon Tea

Reserve a table in The Orangery for a special Afternoon Tea experience. Enjoy a selection of Teas or Coffee, savoury nibbles and freshly prepared hand crafted sandwiches to start, followed by an array of sweet treats all prepared in our own kitchen.

Why not indulge in some shopping or sightseeing on your day out too. Ideally placed between Blair Castle and moments from the House of Bruar, affectionately known as the Harrods of the Highlands, the choice is yours! Afternoon Tea is £25.95 per person and a gluten free option is available with advanced booking.

Advance booking required by calling 01796 48 33 44. Vouchers Available on request.

Locally sourced

The Orangery, is a real foodie destination, with ingredients sourced from the incredible local larder available in Highland Perthshire. Featured on the menu is venison from the local estates, Perthshire lamb and Arbroath Smokies.

“Sunday lunch is ideal for families who are looking for a day trip destination. There are so many beautiful walks to start the day, guests can work up an appetite before enjoying a slow roast rib of Scotch beef at The Orangery. The Sunday lunch menu will vary from week to week, although there will always be a traditional Sunday roast slow cooked to perfection in the Aga”.

Set on its own private estate just off the A9, The Old Manse of Blair is located mid way between the major central belt cities of Glasgow, Edinburgh and Stirling and the Highland Capital Inverness, the start of the NC500 driving route.

Junior Menu

We have two menu options one for younger children and one for Inbetweeners, age 8-13 . You’ll find steak, pasta, pizza and spiral sausages as well as milkshakes, popping candy and ice cream to keep even the fussiest happy.

Prices are from £7.95 for mini two courses and £9.95 for Inbetweeners.