Aberdeenshire bietet atemberaubende Küsten, historische Burgen und reiche schottische Kultur; typische Gerichte sind Haggis, Räucherlachs und butteriges Shortbread.
Pubs • Full • Steak • British
"A lovely meal was had at the Shepards rest in Westhill. Me and a few friends live in the local area and this is definitely the best restaurant in the area. Our server Lauren was very helpful and an asset to the restaurant with her wonderful customer service. Me and my friends all had burgers and all of our specific’s were met with ease and the food was served in time. We all enjoyed our beers and gins that we ordered. Reasonably priced and the food quality was perfect if not better than expected for a local pub and grill. Been here many times before and have had a great experience each time. I tend to recommend this place to anyone that I meet that is visiting Westhill and there surrounding area. Keep up the good work."
Food • Seafood • British • Scottish
"Super fish supper tonight in Banchory! Paul and his team have just got the batter mix down to the right crispness, the fish (haddock) was properly fresh, mushy peas were sublime, and it's inspiring to see lobster, hake and tiger prawns on the menu. Love the passion for innovation and respect for tradition! Next time will try the battered lemon sole. Thanks for a great supper at the end of a fairly dreich day."
Pizza • Pasta • Steak • Italian
"Early dinner last Saturday evening with friends. We were given a table in a quieter room at the back of the building, which suited us perfectly as it was an old friends catching up occasion. Very impressed by the polite, friendly efficient service attention to detail excellent while not being intrusive. We all thoroughly enjoyed our food, I was pleased that I was able to have a starter, another starter dish as my main I was asked if I wanted a bigger portion, though I declined so that I would have room for tiramisu, which is always my pud of choice when eating Italian. The owner/manager ? was absolutely charming, checking if we were OK with the room, the table pretty much everything else again without being intrusive a bit of an art form in my humble opinion! I look forward very much to a return visit."
Soup • Steak • Pasta • Cheese
"I came here on Wednesday night with the wife. We came because there was a ‘buy one get one free’ offer which is outstanding value for money. I had the chicken burger which was sublime. It came with chunky chips and a spicy dipping sauce....The wife went for the steak burger which she scoffed. The bill came to £15 for two people which is tremendous... so good we immediately made another booking for next week so we can bring our friends with us! There is plenty of parking outside, and the restaurant is beside Thainstone Mart for those new to the area. There is free WiFi, and a Trace Trace system upon arrival. The waitresses were all very helpful and friendly, the only minor quibble is that service was a bit slow e.g. we weren’t given menus when we were seated, and the food took around 40 minutes to arrive after ordering. Overall we had a very good experience and we are looking forward to our next visit."
Wine • Pasta • Pizza • Italian
"Last night, we decided to dine at Gino's, as we enjoy supporting local businesses. Overall, we had a cozy and comfortable experience and enjoyed the wide variety of options on the menu. The front of house staff were kind and efficient, though we were not asked about our food until we were leaving. Despite this, we had no complaints about the delicious and fresh food, which was also reasonably priced. We were disappointed that the chef did not greet our table, but we still recommend this restaurant for those looking for a local spot in Stonehaven. The vegetarian options are plentiful, there is on street parking available, and the atmosphere gives off an authentic Italian vibe. The price range is £10-20 per person for dinner."
Bars • Cakes • European • Breakfast
"Popped in for breakfast on the way from Aberdeen to Edinburgh. Easy to find and loads of free parking nearby. . We were there for opening at 10 am. Lovely sea view. Outstanding coffee, Eggs Benedict, and a really good Full Scottish. Quality ingredients and..."
Cafés • Steak • Pasta • Hotels
"Stayed for three nights in Room 7, on a bed and breakfast basis. Very happy with all aspects, clean and comfortable. A bit of late night noise as the room is directly above the bar and in the excellent weather a lot of people spent time outside with their drinks and smokes! Excellent varied menu, good quality and well presented food. Breakfast service and check in particularly friendly. Beer garden very nice, although not sure about some young guys inflicting their choice of ‘music’ on other customers! Thankfully the restaurant area is lovely, so moving inside wasn’t a disappointment, despite the lovely weather! Never had an alcoholic shake before, but the Tennessee Boozy Shake is highly recommended! On street parking (free) available outside the hotel, no problem in getting a place each day."
Food • Full • Steak • British
"This place was heaving on a Wednesday evening, probably because there are so very few places in Scotland to eat out? Menu reads well with some interesting options. Service was good. The ubiquitous Haggis Bonbons were OK but weirdly sat on an Asian-Flavoured slaw of some sort, Steak Stroganoff with rice was creamy pleasant, but Crispy Chicken stir-fry was so overloaded with (bottled? sweet sour sauce that it was almost inedible. Perhaps stick to standard dishes if you eat here?"
Food • Store • Indian • Delivery
"We had a party of 7(2 being children) for my birthday. The service was extremely poor. Staff were not chatty or welcoming. I advised the waiter that I had meerkat movies 2 for 1 offer and was not happy about this. The food itself was lovely but like I said the staff and atmosphere of the restaurant wasn’t its normal self. I think the restaurant has been taken over by someone else. On asking the bill, the 2 for 1 meals had not been taken off. And the staff were reluctant to take it off. Even to the point that they lied that it had been taken off and that was the correct bill amount. On leaving the restaurant after paying the bill we were stopped by a very aggressive and unapproachable staff member possibly the manager advising that we hadn’t paid the correct amount and we were due him more money. He was very arrogant and rude. I explained that I come to the restaurant regularly and also order takeaways from them and have never had such an awful experience. As regular visitors we are also usually offered a complimentary drink at the end this was not the case even though we were there and celebrating my birthday. After leaving the restaurant feeling very annoyed and knowing full wel I had been charged more than I should have I noticed in their Facebook page that kids eat free every Sunday, and includes two courses. I was charged for both children’s meals and they were not offered a dessert or ice cream. After many years visiting Lasan I can confirm that they have lost some very loyal and regular customers. We will not be visiting again and I would not recommend going to others."
Food • Steak • 3 Star • Lodging
"The Beef Carbonade (Flemish Beef Stew) was simply the best I have ever tasted. I have eaten beef bourguignon and various versions of Beef in Ale or Red Wine or Stout in a selection of places from local pubs to a number of Bistros in France even some expensive ones in Paris but never tasted better. Incredibly tender and also full of flavour. Hats off to the chef. It was Sunday lunch very busy but all the staff were also very professional and on the ball. Fantastic experience"
Cafe • Lunch • Coffee • British
"On arrival we waited to be seated, while a staff member chatting to another staff member on the phone. Before we got shown to our seat we were told there was no hot drinks ax we sat I was going to have the pancakes with bacon only to be told no pancakes left I did it is a basic recipe I would hope the chef know how to make a batter unless it was pre packet and they have ran out, I had another look and decided on the steak sandwich and hubby had full breakfast a soda drink and water was told to help ourselves to water drink then came, a wee while later was advised there is no steak why was this not taken off the menu, we decided to head out paid £2.95 for a can of irnbru, why did they open the cafe was quiet I now know why as this is the second time we have been and they had no hot water for teas/coffees. Very disappointed"
Full • Steak • British • European
"Returned after a year and the food and standards are equally as good as they were.Staff were attentive but not intrusive.We sat in the restaurant not in the consevatory.We had prawn cocktails then i had the Cowshed Pie which was steak and haggis in a rich gravy,others had the small fish and chips and the Gluten free chicken.Everything was piping hot but my veg could have been cooked longer.Desserts were Cowshed sundaes and ice creams.It was a very nice dining experience which we come to expect from this place."
Curry • Asian • Balti • Indian
"This was our first visit and definitely not our last! The decor is tasteful, the place is spotless, and the staff are attentive and helpful. We shared a fish pakora to start, light and tasty, with a rocket side salad instead of the usual limp garnish. The mains were equally flavoursome, the chicken damask was sweet and slightly spicy with lentils and pineapple and the vegetable rice was delicious too. The chicken chilli balti was hot and spicy too. Overall, the attention to detail, the lovely cutlery and wine glasses, all add to the experience. A reasonably priced and very tasty meal."
Cafe • Steak • British • Scottish
"It was like a cattle market …The customers were packed in you could barely move ! Other customers from tables were having to get up to let an older lady past with her zimmer frame, There was no system as 4 different waitress came to ask us our order. The waitress that severed us was rude and dismissive and she didn’t know what was available, when I asked her to ask the kitchen she never went to ask the kitchen. When the food came, the salad was sour which isn’t to everyone’s taste. I had a chicken mayo panini and it was yellow and didn’t taste fresh. Another member of the party had a panini and it was just thrown on the the plate and the bacon was pretty much just fat. Would have gotten better value for money doing it myself considering the money we paid. I don’t mind spending money on good food however this was not good food. We are regular customers and it has defiantly went down hill. Won’t be in a rush back."
Cafe • Soup • British • Scottish
"Knowing this cafe well I am disappointed to be treated in the following manner after suggesting to one of my colleagues to meet here for a meeting and a coffee. My colleague 's understanding is limited and just needs a moment for explaination as they originate from a different country with English not as their first language. Imagine my surprise and which turned to disgust at the way we, as customers were treated when my colleague 's understanding was a little different and I was in the process of trying to explain. Due to my colleague having English as an additional language and for the purpose of the meeting they like to sit closer when I 'm explaining areas of the meeting to help their understanding. They moved a seat closer which unfortunately blocked a walk way and also where other chairs could not be used on a different table. (At this point this was not directly affected any other customer). I 'd like to state at this point I was aware and was in the process of encouraging an alternative and trying to help my colleague understand why we would have to rethink this. I also am very mindful that with English as an additional language this would take a little longer. Within minutes of my colleague sitting and before I could get a chance to rearrange or explain the difficulty of sitting where she needed too what I can only describe as an irate looking lady came storming out of the kitchen her words were not polite we were publically humiliated and told off with the following we can 't have the seat there and we 'd have to move it back as we were blocking the walkway . This lady 's mannerism 's were nothing but rude, passive agressive and quite frankly embarassing. This was in front of other customers. If you think that it 's clever to humiliate your customers in that manner when a mere quiet and polite request in a calm manner would have had the same result you are sadly mistaken. Your customers need to feel respected, warmly welcomed and accomodated. You made us feel unwelcome and unrespected. Your lovely waitress ensured we were able to be reseated. I 'd have a good look at how this was handled and regardless or whether this review is directed to the Owner or an Employee you need to ensure that this type of behaviour doesn 't happen to anyone else regardless of their background. Unlucky for you that I experienced this and lucky for you that my colleague doesn 't appear to have been phased by your clear disrespect. I am local. I will be sharing my experience with anyone who will listen. This is sad as I would like to praise the young lady who served us and accomodated us by assisting us to move to a larger table it was very apparent that our previous encounter had been noticed and this poor young lady was embarassed. This review is not directed at her whatsoever. I have always promoted what I thought was this lovely little cafe the food has always been lovely and I have never encoutered such rudeness. If you can 't work with people perhaps you shouldn 't work in hospitality. I will return again and do not expect to receive such an antiquated attitude and intolerance to other people and customers. Think before you act I 'd say read the situation and observe a little I appreciate that where the chair had been placed was not suitable I don 't appreciate being angrily spoken too and then publically humiliated unecessarily."
Asian • Curry • Chinese • Chicken
"We were on our way to Inverness and decided to stop for dinner at 6pm. We ordered shredded chili beef, pancake rolls, fries, and a special chow mein dish. However, what we received was not what we expected. The shredded chili beef was actually deep fried batter strips in a tasteless watery red soup, the pancake rolls were flavorless empty dough rolls, and the fries were hollow and tasteless. The chow mein had some flavor, but it was not up to par. Overall, the meal was disappointing. People in Ballater must have simple tastes."
Food • Cafe • Store • British
"Be careful you do not get a thick fried chip in your coffee! My brother didn’t like to complain that his coffee tasted a bit off. However having chocked on greasy chip while drinking his latte, it was clear a complaint would have to be made. Yes staff were full of apologies but there was no offer of the latte being free. I had to tell them I was not paying for the latte before it was agreed. It was their mistake, not mine. Then some older staff member got involved and the reason I’m writing this review why she felt she needed to get involved is beyond me … She made cheeky comments about me writing a review and that it was just a “mistake” Again, your mistake, not mine! First time Last time being here"
Steak • Pizza • 3 Star • British
"the bed the alexandra on a Saturday around most of the tables were already reserved. fortunate there was a free table available. we had drinks and a main course. the food was excellent. I had the steak bee, all good meat without fat or gristle. my brother in law had the fish and chips, also excellent. our partners both had the sampi that was also delicious. the staff was friendly and efficient. I would definitely book in advance at weekends and during the holiday season."
Food • Fish • Coffee • British
"Poor service Drink order asked for a St. Clements got a orange and lemonade as they didn't have bitter lemon they didn't even give me the option of choosing something else and they forgot my husbands pint. Food advertised as fresh was actually restaurant...pre prepared catering pack supplies. Burger was rock hard chips were soggy, fettuccini with chicken and bacon in a cream wine sauce made me feel ill for which makes me think it had some of these ingredients in it Water, White Wine Carrots Rapeseed Oil, Mushrooms Modified Maize Starch, Onions, Cream (from Milk) Sugar, Acid (Lactic Acid), Garlic, Salt, Pasteurised Egg Yolk, Stabiliser (Xanthan Gum), Yeast Extract, Chives, Ground Black Pepper, Parsley. Disappointed but hey ho when I went there years ago I got undercooked chicken with greenish potatoes with eyes so their standard has improved slightly."
Cafés • Sushi • Asiatic • European
"We have used this Chinese for many years both take away and restaurant. Ordered our take away at 645 to be told 45 mins. Headed down for 730 to a scene of very irrate customers. After waiting 10 minutes to be spoken to I spoke to other customers who had been wanting an hour and 15 mins for their 30 minute order . There was customers coming back who only received half their order as well. I approached a member of staff and asked for an honest answer on how long my order will be she said late . I then cancelled my order. A completely wasted journey. The frustrating thing was that rather than helping the other frustrated customers they continued to take phone orders. Pure greed from the management which will back fire on them as all they were doing was letting more people down."