Indriya Bar and Restaurant

You'll find Indriya tucked into one of Ayr's most recognisable spots, just off the main drag where locals actually congregate. Walk in and there's a real sense of care in how they've set the place up—it's got warmth without being fussy, the kind of space where you're equally comfortable turning up solo for a drink or bringing a table of mates for a proper night out. The cooking takes Indian cuisine seriously; this isn't the watered-down stuff. The bar programme suggests they're thinking about spirits and cocktails with genuine intent too, which elevates the whole thing beyond your standard curry house.