blackwood's bar & grill - nira caledonia

had dinner here this evening and loved it.

the service was fantastic and the food was absolutely delicious.

bread was served with three different butters, pesto, coriander & lime and plain with salt as well as a portion of balsamic & olive oil. they even had gluten free bread for our gf dining companion even though we hadn't told them beforehand.

amuse bouche was braised ox cheek on a mini yorkshire, a delightful morsel! my starter of mussels with whisky cream sauce was so tasty i devoured the lot even though i'd promised to share with the table.

our steaks were cooked to perfection. there really is something about meat cooked on a josper grill. chocolate fondant to finish was well worth the 15 minute wait. dark and decadent, it was the perfect finish to the meal.

even though we were there on a voucher, we still had great service. really can't wait to go back again soon!

blackwood's was my choice for dinner both nights of my stay in the nira recently. i was delighted with both meals.

over two nights, i enjoyed a starter, two different mains and a dessert. the chicken supreme was delicious, while portions all round were healthy enough. perhaps a little pricey, but having had excellent food and service, two visits were a treat! along with good wine and whisky from a selection - their own single malt was a surprise - it was a good choice for quiet dining.

absolutely amazing from beginning to end. booked this place for my partner's birthday. the amuse bouche was chicken pate which was divine. we had cheese soufflé and butternut squash ravioli for starters, equally tasty but would definitely recommend the cheese soufflé. i had never had anything quite like that before. for mains, i had the seabass and was not disappointed in the least and my partner had the sirloin which was cooked to perfection and the peppercorn sauce was to die for. they brought out a special complimentary birthday dessert. all in all superior service, excellent food and a lovely atmosphere. would recommend a million times over and will definitely be back!

the service is friendly and accurate, their wine list comprehensive and very reasonable, and the stylish dining room is packed with elegant new town charm