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14 Harbour Street,
Kirkwall, KW15 1LE
01856 879293
Helgi’s is a slate floored, wood paneled, intimate
pub serving lunch and dinner seven days a week.
Taking its name from Helgi, the warmongering
Viking favoured by the gods, who had a penchant
for poetry, Helgi’s nods to Orkney’s Viking
heritage. This harbourside haunt, just a stone’s
throw from the old town, offers a warm welcome
alongside a hearty menu with an emphasis on
home cooking. For a quieter dining experience,
head upstairs away from the main bar where you
can enjoy the quaint views over the harbour while
you eat. The portions are generous, but there’s
also a snack menu available in the afternoon for
those just wanting a lighter bite. Special dining
events and music sessions are held throughout
the year and with a wide selection of drinks
including local Orkney beers and whiskies,
Helgi’s is a truly Orcadian experience.
THE WILLOWS COFFEE SHOP
Mill Street, Kirkwall, Orkney, KW15 1NE
01856 874203
The Willows Coffee Shop might be part of a
garden centre, but it attracts plenty of local trade
in its own right. Open seven days a week for
brunch and lunch, you can choose from a range
of bagels, wraps, salads, paninis and sweet
treats. On-site bakers ensure that everything
is of a high standard and freshly made, while
kids are catered for with lunch boxes designed
for younger palates. There’s a selection of
hot and cold drinks and free jugs of water are
available if you’d rather not splash out on your
liquid refreshment. It does get busy at lunchtime
so it might be worth missing the main rush and
beating the crowd by arriving early. The Wellpark
Garden Centre is a pleasant setting for a coffee
shop and a browse of the interesting array
of products on offer makes for an enjoyable
addition to your visit.
HELGI’S
