Family-friendly places to eat in the Oban area

Argyll is a wonderful destination for a family holiday, with a wide range of activities on offer from wildlife watching boat trips to outdoor adventure days with Stramash.  From your base at Airdeny Chalets you can spend time walking or cycling, explore the beautiful west coast or the many lovely lochs, head north to Fort William and Lochaber, known as the Outdoor Capital of the UK, or take day trips to the nearby islands.

If you're enjoying a family Easter break in the Oban area, here are some ideas of places to refuel after a busy day exploring.

The Oban Chocolate Company

Situated on Corran Esplanade, you can drink in views of Oban Bay as well as the divine hot chocolate.  The spacious chocolate cafe and shop has plenty of seating, and a kid's table, with jigsaws and books to keep younger children entertained.  You can choose from a variety of different hot chocolates, as well as coffees and Belgian waffles, made to order.

They also run kids chocolate workshops throughout holidays, lasting around 45 minutes and aimed at 4-10 year olds.

Poppies Garden Centre

Poppies Garden Centre is signposted off the A85 as you travel south towards Oban.  Located on the edge of the Firth of Lorne with views towards Dunstaffnage Castle, Poppies is another wonderful little cafe.  Younger children will enjoy watching ducks and birds at the feeder on the outside seating area from the cafe's window in the colder months, and there is an extensive menu from which to choose, with smaller portions for wee ones.  Make sure you leave room for the delicious home baking!

Castle Stalker View

If you're heading north on the A828 during your holiday, or planning a tea break on the journey towards Oban, the View and Co Cafe at Castle Stalker is well worth a stop.  The cafe enjoys stunning views of Loch Linnhe, and its beautiful castle of course, and is also now home to a Wildlife Hub, which children will love.  The menu features local produce and mouth-watering home made dishes, as well as fantastic home baking.

Bossards

This bakery/cafe can be very busy at lunchtime and you may have to wait for a seat, but it has a great menu with lots of choice and is good value for money.  The soups, sandwiches and specials are ideal for a light lunch, or you can choose from a range of home baking if it's just an afternoon snack you're looking for.  Located on Combie Street, as you're heading south, it's not far from the centre of Oban.

Oban Fish and Chip Shop 

As Oban is known as The Seafood Capital, you'd expect there to be good fish and chips on offer - and you won't be disappointed.  What better than a delicious dinner of fish and chips beside the sea after a day exploring the coast?

The Oban Fish and Chip Shop on George Street is a popular choice, with Rick Stein having said that they were 'the best fish and chips I've ever tasted'.  High praise indeed.  Whether you want takeaway to enjoy looking out onto Oban Bay or to sit in the restaurant, this is sure to be a hit with all the family.


If you're thinking about a family holiday in Argyll this spring why not take a look at our availability?  The chalet park is ideal for families, with lots of space for little ones to run around, frequent wildlife visitors and a number of activities and attractions on our doorstep.