# The Boarding House, Johnstone — Reviews & Opening Hours > The Boarding House — Gastropub in Johnstone. Rated 4.4/5 from 915 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/johnstone/restaurants/the-boarding-house (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Gastropub ££ 🐾 Dogs Welcome # The Boarding House Howwood, Johnstone [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=14277531111863031318&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/) **In short:** The Boarding House is a gastropub in Johnstone, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 915 Google reviews, with dogs welcome. 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 The Boarding House The Boarding House is a gastropub on Main Street in Howwood serving breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner alongside coffee, beer, wine and cocktails. The menu includes burgers and macaroni cheese, with vegetarian options and a children's menu available. Portions are reported as generous. The venue has outdoor seating, takes bookings and welcomes dogs and children. Staff are noted for friendliness and attentiveness, though service can be slow at times. Dine-in only. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [The Boarding House's own website](https://theboardinghouse.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). 🥐 Breakfast 🥞 Brunch 🥪 Lunch 🍽️ Dinner ☕ Coffee 🍺 Beer 🍷 Wine 🍸 Cocktails 🍰 Dessert menu 🥦 Vegetarian options 🌤️ Outdoor seating 🍽️ Kids menu 🍴 Dine-in 📺 Good for watching sport ## Opening hours **Monday** 12:00 – 10:00 PM **Tuesday** 12:00 – 10:00 PM **Wednesday** 12:00 – 10:00 PM **Thursday** 12:00 – 10:00 PM **Friday** 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 1:00 AM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM ## What's nearby - LM Autos next door - Howwood Park 150m away - Coffee & Cream 150m away - The Howwood Village Store 200m away - Howwood Parish Church 400m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners say this restaurant offers delicious food, including hearty burgers and macaroni cheese, with generous portions and a wide variety of choices on the menus. They also highlight the excellent value, friendly and attentive staff, and the warm, relaxed, and clean atmosphere. Some reviews mention the service can be slow. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.4 / 5 (915 reviews) **Price level** ££ **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** Pass **Destination** Johnstone Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/108043). [More restaurants in Johnstone](https://staycation.co.uk/johnstone/restaurants) ★ 4.4 (915 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £20 – £30 [Visit official website](https://theboardinghouse.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [01505 703119](tel:01505703119) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Johnstone **Plus Code** 9C7QRC6V+CH ### 🏨 Places to stay near Johnstone 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%3DJohnstone%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/johnstone/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/johnstone/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of The Boarding House? The Boarding House is open Mon–Thu 12pm–10pm; Fri 12pm–1am; Sat 10am–1am; Sun 10am–10pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is The Boarding House any good? The Boarding House is rated 4.4 out of 5 from 915 Google reviews. ### Is The Boarding House dog-friendly? Yes, dogs are allowed at The Boarding House. ### Is The Boarding House good for children? Yes, The Boarding House is listed as good for children. There is a children's menu. ### Can you book a table at The Boarding House? Yes, The Boarding House takes reservations. ### Does The Boarding House have vegetarian options? Yes, The Boarding House serves vegetarian food. ### Does The Boarding House have outdoor seating? Yes, there is outdoor seating. ### Is The Boarding House wheelchair accessible? The Boarding House has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### Is there parking at The Boarding House? Yes: free car park, paid car park and free street parking. ### How do I contact The Boarding House? Call The Boarding House on +44 1505 703119. ## More near The Boarding House ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [Bowfield Hotel & Country Club ★ 4.4 · 1.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/howwood/hotels/bowfield-hotel-country-club) - [The Lynnhurst Hotel ★ 4.4 · 2.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/johnstone/hotels/the-lynnhurst-hotel) - [The Gryffe Inn ★ 4.2 · 3.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/bridge-of-weir/hotels/the-gryffe-inn) - [Premier Inn Glasgow Paisley ★ 4.3 · 4.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/paisley/hotels/premier-inn-glasgow-paisley) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [The Old Stables 1.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/renfrewshire/cottages/the-old-stables-uk41543) - [Oakwood Lodge 3.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/renfrewshire/cottages/oakwood-lodge-uk46727) - [Little Arches ★ 4.1 · 3.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/renfrewshire/cottages/little-arches-s4665) - [Old Barn Farm - Old Barn Farm Cottage ★ 4.8 · 3.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/east-renfrewshire/cottages/old-barn-farm-old-barn-farm-cottage-cc539048) ### Campsites nearby - [Pannell Farm ★ 4.5 · 2.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/highlands/camping/pannell-farm) - [Auchenhean Pods ★ 5.0 · 4.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/lochwinnoch/camping/auchenhean-pods) - [The Paddocks Touring Park ★ 4.4 · 7.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/bishopton/camping/the-paddocks-touring-park) - [Fullshawmill Holidays ★ 5.0 · 8.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/kilmarnock/camping/fullshawmill-holidays) ### Things to do nearby - [Houston's ★ 4.6 · 2.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/johnstone/attractions/houston-s) - [RSPB Lochwinnoch Nature Reserve ★ 4.7 · 2.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/lochwinnoch/attractions/rspb-lochwinnoch-nature-reserve) - [Linwood Skate Park ★ 3.5 · 3.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/linwood/attractions/linwood-skate-park) - [Showcase Paisley ★ 4.4 · 3.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/paisley/attractions/showcase-paisley)