Our readers have revealed the best pubs and bars across Ayrshire to grab a bite to eat.

A variety of spots were named on Facebook with beloved destinations like The Auld Hoose in Darly making the cut.

If you're looking for some pub grub but don't know where to go, here are a few suggestions as recommended by locals.

The best pubs and bars in Ayrshire for food as decided by our readers

Boswell Arms in Auchinleck was one of the most popular pubs named with many praising the spot for its "absolutely brilliant meals".

One reader said: "Can't beat the value for money and quality of food. Best staff also."

The Three Reasons in Largs was also highly commended with numerous people swearing by it.

One person wrote on Tripadvisor: "This pub offers great value for money food with larger portions if required. The service is very quick and friendly. Drinks are also reasonably priced."

Rendezvous in Ardrossan was also said to have "lovely food," receiving equal acclaim on Google Reviews where it has a rating of 4.5/5.

One visitor said: "Lovely unassuming place, it's got a quiet restaurant vibe with a cafe element, really nicely done place, the food is absolutely delicious."

Two other popular pubs and bars recommended by readers were The Auld Hoose in Dalry and Christina's Bar and Restaurant in Ayr.

The Ayrshire spots have excellent reviews on Tripadvisor with the former receiving a rating of 4.5/5 out of 24 reviews.

One user said: "Lovely surroundings and friendly staff. Great menu. Food amazing! Our new local eaterie. Can't wait to go back."

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Another wrote: "The new chef definitely knows his stuff. Two great fish dishes on the specials, along with others. Don't see lemon sole or halibut that often. A real treat."

Christina's had a rating of 4.4/5 on Google Reviews with one visitor writing: "The food was very delicious, especially the dressing with my starter, and there was so much in my main that I couldn't eat it all, which is quite unusual these days to have a 'hearty serving'."

The Harbour Lights in Irvine also popped up frequently with readers calling it "amazing" and praising the "lovely" staff.

On Tripadvisor, a patron said: "Excellent lunch, we had the special, pan fried chicken with pesto tagliatelle & Parmesan shavings. Delicious. Staff very friendly & attentive. Love it."