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Do not delay your visit – seriously, the Italian cuisine is waiting for you. A lot of guests say that waiters offer perfectly cooked ravioli, pizza and scallops here. Taste good gelato, affogato and crème brûlée. Delicious house wine, draft beer or liqueur are among the best drinks to degust. You will appreciate great chocolate frappe or good espresso at this restaurant.
Visit The Main Course to hold any event or party. Many reviewers have noticed that the staff is attentive here. This place is remarkable for its prompt service. Tasty dishes at reasonable prices are provided here. You will appreciate the cute decor and peaceful atmosphere of this spot. This restaurant is ranked 4.6 within the Google grading system.
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Gerry Goldwyre
23 days ago on Google
If I could leave 5+ stars I would. Best meal in years Thank you. Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Price per person: £60–70 Parking space: Plenty of parking Parking options: Free of charge street parking Parking: No Kid-friendliness: N/A Wheelchair accessibility: Looked simple
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andrew douglas
a month ago on Google
Delicious, fresh food. Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 4 Price per person: £10–20
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Tartan Spoon
7 months ago on Google
The Main Course sits right on the cusp of Gullane, East Lothian, as you roll in from the Edinburgh side, a familiar landmark for anyone who’s driven this stretch more times than they can count. It’s been part of the village fabric for years; one of those long‑standing, family‑friendly Italian restaurants that doesn’t fuss about with trends or theatrics. It knows what it is, and it leans into it. The goats’ cheese starter (breaded and deep fried goats cheese, rocket, pickled vegetables, red wine vinegar and cherry compote £11.95) was the stronger of the two: a well‑crumbed parcel with a warm, gently crumbling centre, perched on a bed of peppery rocket. The sour cherry compote was a lovely touch, adding a tart pop that kept each bite interesting. The Gamberoni prawns (sauteed king prawns in a marinara sauce with toasted bread £13.95) meanwhile, were perfectly serviceable, but they did have that unmistakable “previously frozen” texture that takes a little shine off the dish. Still tasty, still enjoyable, just not the fresh, sea‑kissed bite you might hope for this close to the coast. Where The Main Course truly earns its name is in the mains. The Venison Loin (seared venison loin, roasted butternut squash puree, salt baked beetroot and red wine jus £26.95) was a standout: a plate full of colour, warmth and confidence. The venison was cooked beautifully, tender, flavourful, and paired with earthy beetroot that made the whole dish feel grounded and seasonal. The butternut squash puree was a creamy delight adding that lovely pop of sweetness to the dish. A real pleasure. The Bolognese (tagliatelle with homemade traditional minced meat ragu £15.95) was exactly what you want from a neighbourhood Italian: a generous mound of tagliatelle with a rich ragu clinging lovingly to every ribbon. Comfort in a bowl. The sides were a mixed bag, the green beans (with toasted almonds, parmesan shavings and raspberry reduction £5.50) were spot on with a good bite, but the rocket, pear and blue cheese salad (with toasted hazelnuts and cherry glaze £5.95), while flavourful, leaned a little mushy and lost some of its freshness along the way. The layout feels a touch mismatched in places, giving the room a gentle eclectic feel, and the décor could do with a little refresh to bring cohesion and warmth back into the space. Menus were a bit grubby and could have done with a wipe - small details, but they matter, especially in a place with such a long-standing local presence. Service is friendly and assured, delivered by staff who know their space and their guests with easy confidence. There’s heart here, and history, and a clear love for feeding families well. The place is busy for a Wednesday night with a mix of couples, groups of friends and families. Most definitely a popular spot on this East Lothian coastline. Price per person: £50–60 Food: 4 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 4 Vegetarian offerings: Vegetarian menu or section
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Italian, Vegetarian options
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Price range per person
£20-£60
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Address
40 Main St, Gullane, Scotland, United Kingdom
Features
Сredit cards accepted
Booking
No delivery
No takeaway
Wheelchair accessible
Wi-Fi
Opening hours
| SundaySun | 12:30PM-9:30PM |
| MondayMon | 5PM-9:30PM |
| TuesdayTue | 5PM-9:30PM |
| WednesdayWed | 5PM-9:30PM |
| ThursdayThu | 12:30PM-9:30PM |
| FridayFri | 12:30PM-9:30PM |
| SaturdaySat | 12:30PM-9:30PM |
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