A warm and friendly welcome awaits you at the Cochrane Inn. Located in the village of Gatehead, on the outskirts of Kilmarnock, this traditional country inn and family restaurant, has a distinctly contemporary, yet cosy ambience. Our cuisine has modern twist reflected in it's menu and features fresh local produce supplied daily.
The perfect place to stop off when travelling through Ayrshire. The perfect place to stop off when traveling through Ayrshire, whether you're dining in our restaurant for a meal, or relaxing at our bar for a drink. The Cochrane's menus are designed to ensure that there is something to tickle everyone's tastebuds.
The perfect place to stop off when travelling through Ayrshire. The perfect place to stop off when traveling through Ayrshire, whether you're dining in our restaurant for a meal, or relaxing at our bar for a drink. The Cochrane's menus are designed to ensure that there is something to tickle everyone's tastebuds.
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An ideal place to stop off for a delicious taste of informal pub food with a modern twist and drinks at affordable prices The Cochrane Inn is easily accessible from the A77 when travelling to or from Ayrshire, and is the perfect location for a meal or a drink if staying in Kilmarnock.
Our friendly staff deliver excellent service in a relaxing, comfortable venue with menu options available for all diets, appetites and preferences, including a menu for children.The Cochrane Inn welcomes parties for all special occasions - whether it be birthdays, retirements, christenings, we'd be delighted to host your memorable social event.
Our friendly staff deliver excellent service in a relaxing, comfortable venue with menu options available for all diets, appetites and preferences, including a menu for children.The Cochrane Inn welcomes parties for all special occasions - whether it be birthdays, retirements, christenings, we'd be delighted to host your memorable social event.
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Reviews (12)
Ann Thomson
Feb 15, 2020
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We were there for a family meal to celebrate our daughter's 40th birthday. From booking to the actual meal it was extremely easy. The party contained both adults and children and were equally well catered for.… Extremely reasonable and would certainly not hesitate to recommend to anyone . Thank you for helping us to celebrate my daughter's special birthday.
Kirsty Miller
Dec 26, 2019
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Lesley McDonald
Nov 17, 2019
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Dorothy Williamson
Oct 05, 2019
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Elizabeth Young
Sep 29, 2019
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Craig Vince
Aug 02, 2019
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Kristy Challis
Jul 01, 2019
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Tim Pearson
Oct 09, 2018
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Lucia Kusnirova
Sep 18, 2018
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I thought it was gonna be amazing from the reviews I read but it really wasn't. I was quite looking forward to the Sunday roast as I haven't had one in a while. I won't say it was terrible because that would be a lie, but it certainly wasn't up to the standard. The beef was good size and nicely cooked, however, the rest was pitiful. The only explanation I can come up with for the Yorkshire puddings we were served is that an apprentice made them and nobody checked before sending them out. Same goes for the vegetables and portions. Without kidding, we each had two tiny roast potatoes, tiny bits of
Rachel Shaw
Sep 06, 2018
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I went to the Cochrane Inn last week for lunch with my Mum and Papa and we had a wonderful time. It was the first visit for me and my mum but my papa had been before and highly recommended it. We ordered our meal which arrived promptly and smelled delicious. The portion sizes were massive and tasted fantastic. I would recommend this place to anyone. The staff are friendly and welcoming and the atmosphere is lovely.
Benjamin Grant
Jul 03, 2018
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Great to visit the Cochrane inn in Kilmarnock for an evening meal with family and friends. They were great to accommodate us even though our party size was quite big. Service was superb; quick and friendly. All you can ask for.
I ordered the classic fish and chips which were a real treat. Dessert was chocolate fudge cake which was really nice. Atmosphere of the place is lovely and very cosey. It was quite quiet when we visited, but I could imagine it being maybe a bit cramped if it was very busy.
We all had a great time and would happily visit again.
I ordered the classic fish and chips which were a real treat. Dessert was chocolate fudge cake which was really nice. Atmosphere of the place is lovely and very cosey. It was quite quiet when we visited, but I could imagine it being maybe a bit cramped if it was very busy.
We all had a great time and would happily visit again.
David Wotherspoon
Aug 24, 2017
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The restaurant is pleasant with a relaxed atmosphere. Staff were pleasant but service was a trifle slow and they forgot one of the drinks.
Ordered mussels to start with, when they arrived they were tasty enough but about a third of them were not open. This would imply that they were not particularly fresh and that no-one is checking the food before it goes out, very dodgy where shellfish is concerned.
Main course was well cooked but portions were a bit small given the price.
A reasonable dining experience but the Cochrane Inn doesn't live up to the hype.
Ordered mussels to start with, when they arrived they were tasty enough but about a third of them were not open. This would imply that they were not particularly fresh and that no-one is checking the food before it goes out, very dodgy where shellfish is concerned.
Main course was well cooked but portions were a bit small given the price.
A reasonable dining experience but the Cochrane Inn doesn't live up to the hype.
