La Potiniere - East Lothian

Our first experience at this restaurant was outstanding and we will definitely be returning. We were lucky to secure a spot for lunch on Friday last minute, as reservations are typically made weeks in advance. The restaurant is cozy, with tables spaced out nicely. The table settings were elegant, with crisp white linens and a delicate flower centerpiece. The amuse bouche, a Thai coconut soup, was perfectly seasoned and could have easily been a starter. The starters were exceptional and surpassed the soup in flavor. Both my wife and I opted for the duck as our main course, which was delicious and beautifully presented. The highlight of the meal was the dessert - a blackcurrant pane cotta with baked apple rings and apple yoghurt ice cream that was simply divine. The meal was completed with coffee and petit fours, a lovely touch that made the experience even more memorable. Although we did not have any wine, the extensive and reasonably priced wine list is worth exploring. I highly recommend this restaurant and advise booking well in advance, as it is truly worth the effort.

La Potiniére is a small restaurant with a big personality. It surpasses the trendy new spots and celebrity chefs with its unique charm and incredible food. Keith Marley and Mary Runciman have crafted a beautiful dining experience, where every detail is meticulously planned and executed. Customers are drawn back time and time again by the exquisite dishes and exceptional service. La Potiniére is truly a special place created by special people.

My first visit to La Potiniere for a Sunday afternoon lunch was absolutely fantastic. The atmosphere was beautiful, the food was delicious and perfectly seasoned. From the amuse bouche to the homemade bread, the cheese and curried cauliflower soufflé starter, the salmon risotto with perfectly cooked salmon fillet, and the pear pudding, every dish was impeccable. It was more than just a Sunday lunch, it was a dining experience that was definitely worth every penny. We ended our meal with coffee, tea, and petit fours. Keith, the front of house, was attentive and made sure our needs were met before we even had to ask. La Potiniere is a wonderful place to dine and we will definitely be returning. Thank you for a successful Christmas treat. La Potiniere is amazing.

I ate here a few times over half a lifetime ago and although different to the previous incarnation, we had a thoroughly enjoyable meal and experience. Solid food monkfish and lamb rack both excellent, lovely tarts, tasty desserts and good old fashioned service from Keith, washed down with a couple of cracking bottles of Palliser Pinot Noir. Quaint and unique, it was lovely to see an owner operator at work who cares about his customers far more so than the operator across the road, delivering a far better product and meeting expectations!!!! We thoroughly enjoyed it!!! , Thoroughly enjoyed it!!!

Lunch was simply delicious. Relaxing, classy atmosphere and lovely people. Cannot wait to return again!