# Venachar Lochside, Callander — Reviews & Opening Hours > Venachar Lochside — Restaurant in Callander. Rated 4.6/5 from 728 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/aberfoyle/restaurants/venachar-lochside (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Restaurant ££ # Venachar Lochside Aberfoyle [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=17075490941478912194&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/) **In short:** Venachar Lochside is a restaurant in Aberfoyle, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 728 Google reviews. Details checked 28 August 2026 · source: Google Places ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free car park - ✓Paid car park - ✓Free street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet - ✓Accessible seating ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the restaurant before you travel, especially for access needs. ## About Venachar Lochside Venachar Lochside sits beside the loch near Callander, serving breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner daily. The menu includes prawn tails and Sunday roast among its offerings, with a children's menu available. Coffee, beer, wine and cocktails are served, alongside desserts. The restaurant has outdoor seating and welcomes groups and families. Bookings are taken. The venue is set up to combine meals with use of an on-site sauna and loch access. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Venachar Lochside's own website](http://www.venachar-lochside.com/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). 🥐 Breakfast 🥞 Brunch 🥪 Lunch 🍽️ Dinner ☕ Coffee 🍺 Beer 🍷 Wine 🍸 Cocktails 🍰 Dessert menu 🌤️ Outdoor seating 🍽️ Kids menu ## Opening hours **Monday** Closed **Tuesday** Closed **Wednesday** Closed **Thursday** 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM **Friday** 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM ## What's nearby - Loch Venachar Lodges next door Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners like this restaurant's delicious and high-quality food, with many highlighting the generous portions of dishes like prawn tails and the excellent Sunday roast. They also mention the stunning views of the loch and the welcoming, friendly, and attentive staff. Guests appreciate the option to combine dining with a sauna session and a dip in the loch. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.6 / 5 (728 reviews) **Price level** ££ **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** Improvement Required **Destination** Aberfoyle Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/21648). [More restaurants in Aberfoyle](https://staycation.co.uk/aberfoyle/restaurants) ★ 4.6 (728 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £20 – £60 [Visit official website](http://www.venachar-lochside.com/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [01877 381442](tel:01877381442) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Aberfoyle **Plus Code** 9C8Q6MGR+6J ### 🏨 Places to stay near Aberfoyle Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DAberfoyle%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/aberfoyle/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/aberfoyle/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Venachar Lochside? Venachar Lochside is open Mon–Wed closed; Thu–Sun 10am–9pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Venachar Lochside any good? Venachar Lochside is rated 4.6 out of 5 from 728 Google reviews. ### Is Venachar Lochside good for children? Yes, Venachar Lochside is listed as good for children. There is a children's menu. ### Can you book a table at Venachar Lochside? Yes, Venachar Lochside takes reservations. ### Does Venachar Lochside have outdoor seating? Yes, there is outdoor seating. ### Is Venachar Lochside wheelchair accessible? Venachar Lochside has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### Is there parking at Venachar Lochside? Yes: free car park, paid car park and free street parking. ### How do I contact Venachar Lochside? Call Venachar Lochside on +44 1877 381442. ## More near Venachar Lochside ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [Riverside House ★ 4.9 · 3.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/callander/hotels/riverside-house) - [Lubnaig Guest House ★ 4.9 · 3.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/callander/hotels/lubnaig-guest-house) - [The Caledonian Thistle Hotel ★ 4.0 · 3.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/callander/hotels/caledonian-thistle-hotel) - [Callander Meadows ★ 4.6 · 3.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/callander/hotels/callander-meadows) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [Carsaig 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/stirling/cottages/carsaig-szzp) - [Bonnie’s Bothy 0.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/stirling/cottages/bonnie-s-bothy-ukc2132) - [Grace’s Cottage ★ 4.9 · 0.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/stirling/cottages/grace-s-cottage-ukc2133) - [Trunkie Cottage 2.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/stirling/cottages/trunkie-cottage-ukc2758) ### Campsites nearby - [Callander Holiday Park ★ 4.8 · 2.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/stirlingshire/camping/callander-holiday-park) - [Strathyre Cabins ★ 4.6 · 3.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/callander/camping/strathyre-cabins) - [Here and Now Pods ★ 5.0 · 3.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/stirling/camping/here-and-now-pods) - [Callander Woods Holiday Park ★ 4.4 · 4.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/callander/camping/callander-woods-holiday-park) ### Things to do nearby - [McLaren Leisure Centre ★ 4.5 · 3.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/stirling/attractions/mclaren-leisure-centre) - [The Lodge Forest Visitor Centre ★ 4.6 · 4.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/aberfoyle/attractions/the-lodge-forest-visitor-centre) - [Go Ape Aberfoyle ★ 4.8 · 4.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/aberfoyle/attractions/go-ape-aberfoyle) - [Doon Hill Fairy Walk ★ 4.3 · 4.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/aberfoyle/attractions/doon-hill-fairy-walk)