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Explore some of our menus, offering delicious dishes for relaxed lunches, leisurely dining and memorable dinners in the heart of East Lothian
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Good Food, Good Folk, Good Whisky

Join us on Friday 20 November for the launch of our new Whisky Lounge, with whisky, canapés and live jazz.

WHISKY LOUNGE LAUNCH

Friday 20 November 2026
The Lounge

£19

Celebrate the launch of our Whisky Lounge at The Open Arms. Enjoy whisky and canapés accompanied by live jazz in the lounge—an evening of music, flavour and good company.
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Welcome

Enjoy beautifully prepared dishes in a warm and welcoming setting, where every plate highlights the best of local ingredients. Our chefs craft each meal with care, bringing together classic flavours and modern style for a truly memorable dining experience.

From the first bite to the last, every dish is thoughtfully created to delight the senses and celebrate Scotland’s rich culinary heritage. Pair your meal with a fine wine or a signature cocktail, and let our friendly team make your visit feel effortlessly special.

To secure dinning bookings of six guests or more, we take a £10 per person non-refundable booking fee, which will be deducted from your final food bill when you dine with us.

Our Suppliers

Meat: John Gilmour
Fish: J.K. Thomson
Vegetables: Local growers from East Lothian
Ice Cream: S.Luca Ice Cream

Service Times

Enjoy a delicious breakfast, a leisurely lunch, or a relaxed evening meal – our kitchen is ready to welcome you every day.

Breakfast served:
8:00 am – 10:00 am

For those traveling early, a morning service is available from 7:00 am upon request. Kindly inform our staff the day before to make arrangements.

Restaurant hours:
10:00 am – 8:00 pm

Relax and Unwind

The hotel lounge provides a relaxed and welcoming space to unwind at any time of day. Whether savouring a quiet morning coffee, catching up on work, or enjoying an evening drink, the lounge offers a comfortable and stylish setting with a calm, refined atmosphere.

Soft lighting, cosy seating and carefully chosen décor create the perfect backdrop for conversation, reading, or simply taking a moment for yourself. Ideal for both socialising and solitude, the lounge is a serene retreat where guests can pause, connect, or recharge in comfort.

Food Reviews

Exceptional

Super friendly staff at check in. One of the few that helped with luggage over our 14 day touring holiday of Scotland. Evening meal was excellent, chef even made me a special sauce for the pasta dish.

Steven |

Lovely little hotel

A lovely hotel in a pretty little village close to North Berwick. The staff were friendly and helpful, and the room was comfortable and had everything I needed. I only had dinner there on one night, but the food was excellent.

Hilary |

Will be back

Very comfortable, spacious garden room, dog selcomed. Breakfast was very good, service a bit slow on one of the days but otherwise good and very friendly. Excellent evening meal, agian excellent service too.

Aileen |

Excellent

Went with son and dog for dinner last week. Lovely welcome and we relaxed with actual newspapers by a real fire! Christine was delightful and made us so welcome. Very tasty and well presented food. We'll be back!

Catherine306 |

Cocktails and dinner

Lovely dinner here and the atmosphere was 10/10, a home from home feel. After hearing all the stories before coming here we were a bit wary but oh wow how that has changed our minds — Couldn't have asked for a better service or meal, the food was delicious and the cocktails were amazing!!!

Exploring Dora |

Best restaurant i've been to in a while!

I visited the open arms and oh my goodness it was amazing, the staff were lovely, the service was top notch, we got a beautiful complimentary cocktail and the food was really really tasty. I will definitely be returning in my future visits to north berwick!

Alex Campbell |

Tremendous private meal

Such a warm welcome from the new owners at the Open Arms Hotel. They have breathed new life into this East Lothian institution. Tremendous private meal in the Heather Room. Keep up the great work. We will be back.

Tom Rickerby |

Exceptional food, unmatched quality

Booked in on Fri while working in the area. Welcome is amazing, the extensive choice on the menu is unmatched. The rooms are spotless clean. Nothing is an issue for the staff. Can't do enough for you in any way. Eaten here all weekend, every meal quality of the food is unparalleled. Totally recommend this establishment.

William McKee |

The food was first class

A lovely break at The Open Arms Hotel. The staff were excellent and went out of their way to accommodate our needs. The food was first class — we had dinner in the hotel restaurant, which was delicious. The hotel also has lovely décor, perfectly suited to the style of the property.

Francis |