Ox and Anchor invites diners to experience a delightful blend of culinary innovation and stunning harbor views in Anstruther. This cozy, family-friendly restaurant excels in casual dining, offering a diverse menu featuring mouthwatering burgers like the Dirty Scotsman and the MotherClucker. With options for takeaway and dine-in, it caters to groups, solo diners, and even furry friends. Guests rave about the delicious, crispy dishes and the vibrant atmosphere enhanced by live music. Accessible to all, Ox and Anchor is the perfect spot for lunch or dinner, making it a must-visit destination for both locals and tourists alike.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has live music
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has counter service
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Has changing table(s)
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Paid parking lot
Pets
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed inside
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Reviews For Ox and Anchor
Claire
Apr 24,2025
Last minute decision to try this wee eatery on Sunday and managed to get a table for two. We were informed on arrival that the fries were off the menu as they had none left. Disappointed as wanted to try the dirty fries but there’s always the next time to try them as will definitely be back.The hotdog was fantastic and was very filling and so was the burger. Extremely tasty with multiple ingredients not just a burger and onions on a roll. Also had a side order of very very tasty chicken wings with a bbq sauce and a honey sauce. Don’t be fooled by only having fish and chips when in anstruther, this is the place to go for food.
Anne-Marie Adams
Apr 21,2025
Loved this little place. Lovely well thought out decor, staff so friendly, food and service very good. We had a little dog with us, she was given water and treats by the very welcoming staff. Highly rate
Walter MacAulay
Apr 3,2025
Fine friendly service. Delicious smashed burger with pulled pork. Dirty chips with large juicy well cooked prawns - so delicious we ordered more! The chicken wings were beautifully crunchy with fantastic home-made barbecue sauce. Perfect alternative to Anstruther's fish & chips. My dog liked the treat too.
Nicholas Buckley
Mar 17,2025
Whilst a modestly small venue, the atmosphere and dishes on offer had something for everyone. Travelling up to see my brother, I've been scarce and we said we would have one treat meal in the week and boy did we choose well.The Ox and Anchor had such a nice touch to it that was modern and distinguishable. I absolutely loved the names of the meals on the menu - give that person a raise! The caffeinated cocktail (according to my brother) didn't taste strong enough for what he ordered according to him, but I was more than happy with my meal, with starters and with drinks on offer. The Dirty Scotsman I believe it was called was absolutely delicious.Recommend a small party as they did well to accommodate all of us at lunch time and maybe give them a decent heads up for 8 pluses.Staff were lovely, toilet very clean and all friendly for the kiddies as well.Thank you all. Our treat meal was fantastic and stuck out as a great memory in Anstruther.
Scott Jessiman
Mar 1,2025
I've been meaning to visit here for ages. Formerly, these awesome folk had a food truck in Pittenweem, but so pleased, they now have a restaurant in Anstruther.I had veggie spring rolls to start with a pretty epic soya sauce dip to accompany it.I then had a burger with haggis, which was pretty outstanding, and shared fries. My girlfriend had the Fish Burger and also loved it. Honestly, it's such an awesome wee place and also a great beer selection, too.Awesome place, great food, and superb service. I definitely will be back.
Lucy Mackie
Feb 17,2025
Been meaning to visit for a while after rave reviews from friends and social media. Lastnight we were not disappointed!Superb food! Easily the best hot dog I've ever had!Flavour combinations of food are delicious and the coating on the cauliflower wings and Mother Clucker burger is awsome!Drinks menu was a nice surprise......enjoyed a classic fave cocktail and my first ale, after some advice from the friendly waiting staff! Will for sure be back! Awsome to have this on our doorstep!
charlene D2203
Jan 23,2025
Delicious burgers.We had the dirty Scotsman and the classic ox with fries to share.There's a lot of eating in the burgers , great quality ingredients .Will definitely be back
Derek Thompson
Dec 29,2024
This place was fantastic! Absolutely loved it here. The food is great and the staff are lovely. Great prices aswell and it’s a breath of fresh air from the sheer abundance of chippies you get along the coast, though featured on the menu there are some seaside dishes
Reviews For Ox and Anchor