Ayrshire is home to hundreds of dining spots offering everything from Indian classics to delicious vegan dishes.

But with so many choices, it can be difficult to decide where to go for a weekend meal.

If you're looking for a restaurant and cafe to grab something to eat, here are the top-rated dining spots in Ayrshire.

See the best places for food across Ayrshire, based on reviews

These are the best restaurants and cafes for food across Ayrshire, according to reviews on Tripadvisor.

Vegan Earth

Location: 18 Kyle Street, Ayr KA7 1RZ Scotland

Rating: 5/5 out of 95 reviews

One reviewer said: "Vegan Earth restaurant is hands down the best vegan food I have ever tasted. Not only is the food delicious and flavorful, but it is also incredibly affordable. The quality of the ingredients and the care put into each dish really shines through."

The Bistro

Location: 92 Sandgate, Ayr KA7 1BX Scotland

Rating: 5/5 out of 183 reviews

One reviewer said: "The Best restaurant in Ayr imo. Food is terrific! So fresh and tasty. Been a couple of times recently and both times we were delighted with the food and the fabulous staff and service. The drinks are fantastic, especially the cocktails."

At Home THAI

Location: 95-97 New Road, Ayr KA8 8DD Scotland

Rating: 5/5 out of 551 reviews

One reviewer said: "Absolutely amazing. Food was delicious, the staff were very friendly and chatted away. Lovely decor and ambience. Will definitely be back."

Yasmins Fine Indian Cuisine

Location: 10 Dalrymple Street, Girvan KA26 9AE Scotland

Rating: 4.5/5 out of 498 reviews

One reviewer said: "What fantastic food. Had 4 curries. Can't fault one of them. Starter for 4 was huge and curries were all very generous and full of flavour. Each one tasted different. Poppadoms very light and naans so fresh. Very reasonably priced."

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Buckley's Cafe/Bistro

Location: 59 Main Street, Prestwick KA9 1JN Scotland

Rating: 5/5 out of 243 reviews

One reviewer said: "The preparation of this food is so well executed. I had a mango salad and it was spicy and tasted different in every corner of the plate. The service was also very nice. It is excellent by any measure and I will definitely be going back."

Motherland Spice

Location: 16 Bradshaw Street, Saltcoats KA21 5HR Scotland

Rating: 4.5/5 out of 518 reviews

One reviewer said: "Fantastic food, great service in a clean and well kept environment. Located top end of Saltcoats with parking to the side. Great reputation and restaurant and takeaway service used by locals."

3idiots Ayr Tapas

Location: 10 George Street, Ayr KA8 0BL Scotland

Rating: 4.5/5 out of 543 reviews

One reviewer said: "Really enjoyable Indian tapas - nice way to try things you possibly wouldn’t usually. Reasonably priced. Garlic naan was amazing!"