Think wooden beams, an open fire, stone-walls, and a tile roof - pretty much an archetypal 17th century British cottage. What's unusual about this one, is that it's also a superb restaurant. 

Purveyors of farmhouse cheese, I.J. Mellis is a small deli tucked away on South Street. Easy to walk past, if not for the queue of people waiting to buy some cheese board staples for their days ahead. Go early, and grab a cheese and sun dried tomato loaf! 

Haar, a noun for the cold sea fog on the east coast, is also the name of one of the top dining experiences in St Andrews. Headed by Dean Banks - perhaps recognisable from his time on Masterchef - Haar blends the tastes of land and sea within a relaxed bistro setting. The result is exceptional. 

With over 30 pubs for the 16,930 residents, St Andrews is said to have the highest pub to people ratios in the country. Given this, it can be overwhelming to decide which local jaunt to head to for an afternoon pint. The Criterion is a go-to, for a classic experience, a good atmosphere, and its famous 'cri pies', settle in for one drink and find it turns into an evening full.