Rothesay Rooms in Aberdeenshire

Lovely cafe in Ballater, the place was beautiful and suited the vintage/antique style whilst still being modern and sleek. Hot chocolate was tasty as was the pesto and Parmesan scone with some lovely chunky chips (not pictured). Food selection look diverse and interesting, alcoholic drinks available as well as mocktails. If you’re in the area definitely go here for lunch with a lovely historical vibe.

Great atmosphere, but the food is average. The salmon sandwich was salty as hell, slaw was tasteless. I recommend it just as an attraction, because the inner look and style is amazing and unique.

Was okay. Could have been more generous with jam and cream

We drove all the way there only to be told that we had to reserve 48 HOURS in advance for the afternoon tea. So yeah, if you’re in the area hoping to pop in, don’t bother. We were extremely disappointed.

Lovely atmosphere. Panini wasn't fully melted, but otherwise a nice spot for lunch

Great place to go for a coffee and the scones were delicious, nice friendly staff

Nice clean place the old station at Ballater , very friendly staff we had scone and coffee the scone were very tasty with jam and cream just enough for elevenses

Beautiful atmosphere, and very beautiful restoration of the carriage, Queen Victoria's tea room. The cakes are delicious and the tea is also delicious.

Polite and courteous service in a wonderful setting - a re-furbished Victorian railway station, as used by royalty. Good coffee and baking, with a warm welcome!

If you're into trains? This is the place for you to have a relaxing coffee or tea.

Very nice work on restoring the old station plenty of parking right outside

Lots of tourists off coach holidays use them...polite friendly staff..clean and tidy..choice on menu ok...depending how much you normally spend at home it always a bit in Scotland..put if you don't mind paying a bit extra than you normally do at home ..go for it treat your..hot and gold drinks served ...

Counter order place. Seemed to be an old train station. They even have a train car. Nice atmosphere and friendly staff. The order was Smoked gammon panini, rosted chicken sandwich 🥪, broccoli 🥦 soup and Cullen skink soup 🍲 . Out the back the roasted chicken had Ingredients not listed on the menu (tomato relish) whish is listed on other items. Server gladly took it back and had it remade. I am not a fan of cold sandwich (Whish is the standard) however the roasted chicken is good well balance flavors. sandwich is very good. The Broccoli 🥦 soup is very good however I could hardly taste the Broccoli. The skink soup is good. good chucks of haddock and potatoes 🥔. Keep in mind is a full dish not a cup like the Broccoli soup. The Gammon panini is great. nice smokiness to it. the tomatoes 🍅 and cheese bring the whole thing together. the overall experience was good. Most of the food was excellent. The least liked dish was the roasted chicken sandwich and Broccoli soup. Would visit again.

What a wonderful unique place to visit.Beautifully restored and no more expensive than other restaurants. We had great cappuccinos. Friendly service, very civilised ! People probably don't realise there is a restaurant at the old station, shame they can't advertise this better. Highly recommend, you won't forget a visit to this place !!

Stopped for a quick coffee. Friendly staff. Cakes and coffee okay. Little gift shop as well.

Thoroughly enjoyed our visit here. The food is good, not incredible but fairly priced and generous portions. But the real draw is the beautiful restoration of the building, which retains various features from the Victorian railway - as well as some interesting history. The staff were lovely and very attentive as well - definitely worth a visit if you are in the area.

Very nice tea room surrounded by history

Historically interesting. Lovely staff. Fresh food.

Fantastic Sunday Lunch at Rothesay Rooms. All our group thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Everything was excellent, the food, the service and the ambiance. It really was all wonderful. Thank you!

I've thought long and hard about this and I have decided that my meal here Mid- November 2021 was the best meal I've had! Each of the member of staff were faultless with their hospitality and it was actually one of the waiters first day! They also made our engagement celebration meal very special with some lovely touches. My fiancé has a dairy intolerance and the chef couldn't have been more accommodating, even after putting them on the spot at such short notice. I couldn't recommend this experience more. 10/10

Best food we’ve had in years and incredible hospitality to match. The food is imaginative, unpretentious and delicious. Ross, Carolina and the team are terrific and so welcoming. The venue is excellent too. Will definitely revisit when we are in the area and truly appreciate the great experience we had for both meals.

The best Sunday roast of my life - both service and food wise. Thank you! Go here and book in advance.

Excellent food, delicious wine, friendly and helpful staff. Couldn't really ask for more.

Truly exceptional. Incredible food, great service and very reasonable prices. The attention to detail was meticulous, the taste and presentation of the food was superb. I couldn't find anything to fault if I tried.

We ate at The Rothesay Rooms only last week and were delighted with the food, which was exceptional. What made our experience even more enjoyable was the young lady who served our meal and gave us exceptional recommendations for the accompanying wines. We will definitely be travelling up from Yorkshire before the end of the year, and we will be trying to book a table again.

Excellent food and excellent service. A must for any train buff.

Booked into the Rothsay Rooms for a Friday evening treat, during a recent spell in Ballater, as we visit semi-regularly..! Certainly was not disappointed, as the reception, service and food/drink was excellent. One positive thing regarding Covid, is that there is some decent space between tables in restaurants now-a-days. This is automatic in the Rothsay Rooms, as all tables/booths are suitably distanced. Will certainly revisit and recommend to others, who may pass through this delightful Scottish jewel...

The Rothesay Rooms are owned by HRH the Prince of Wales, Duke of Rothesay, Prince Charles. Since opening they’ve won awards such as North East of Scotland Restaurant of the Year for 3 years in a row, and is a Michelin Plate Restaurant.

Always first class service and food. Thank you. We look forward to our next visit to Ballater an Rothesay Rooms

A little pricy, but if you enjoy very fresh gourmet food with a great atmosphere and excellent service, the price is well worth it.

Have been planning to eat here for ages and at last had the pleasure last Saturday.On arrival the restaurant was about full which is a good sign.The place is tastefully decorated ,cosy and lovely to see into the kitchen where the chefs can be seen hard at work.The menu is very different and certainly not for the fussy eater,each course was lovely presented and delicious.The staff are friendly and professional.We felt relaxed and safe considering we are in the midst of a pandemic.Highly recommend if you like good food ,a special meal indeed.

We decided to take a short trip out to Ballater for lunch at the Rothesay Rooms. The greeting was very friendly and inviting, the atmosphere was calm and relaxing but interesting too with a great view of the open kitchen.Now . . . the food !! Wow !! Amuse Bouche of trout tartare with trout mousse was fresh, wonderfully seasoned and great flavour. Starter of Mallard Pithivier with onion jam was simply stunning, pheasant main course was delicious, as was the beef cheek and the Hake which I was allowed to sample from my family, and steamed orange pudding dessert was the perfect end to a 5 star lunch.Such a great place to eat, perfect service delivered by lovely people.We’ve eaten in a number of Michelin star restaurants and this is definitely worthy of the accolade. Try it and you’ll see what I mean.

Fabulous food, fabulous flavours and superb service made for a lovely dinner. Despite the restrictions this was a super evening.

Pleasant atmosphere on a wet autumn day. Waiting staff were attentive and professional. Every course was delicious, good value for money.

My fiancé and I dined here for lunch. We were nicely greeted at the door and taken to our seats promptly. Drink order was taken as soon as we sat down which was lovely. Throughout the service staff were very friendly and nothing seemed a hassle for them. Food was amazing with no faults at all. We will definitely be back again.

We’d originally booked this for an evening meal on holiday but a change in restrictions meant we couldn’t do that. The restaurant very quickly called and helped us book lunch as an alternative option. The food was super, communication excellent and the service top drawer. We had a super afternoon and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The menu is excellent, the food brilliantly cooked and I will certainly be back!

The experience we had from having our booking changed to our meal was handled expertly by amazingly efficient, friendly and knowledgeable staff. The food could not be faulted, the ambiance was delightful and the waiting staff attentive & friendly but not intrusive. They even noted it was our anniversary and presented us with a beautifully decorated plate of fudge congratulation us. We will certainly return and highly recommend that anyone considering a delightful dinning experience not to miss this restaurant.

The food was as good as I have had in any Michelin star restaurant. Every member of staff made us all very welcome and the service was excellent. This was truly a wonderful evening in all aspects, well done to you all.

Excellent food and service. Highly recommend.

We visited the Rothesay Rooms to celebrate my parents wedding anniversary and it was a five star dining experience. The staff were friendly, helpful and made us all feel relaxed. The food was outstanding. There is not one negative comment to make and if you are considering visiting the restaurant it is a must!

What an absolutely wonderful visit. The staff were phenomenal, and fit us in to a table magically. They were so kind and friendly, that it really made the visit special. The food is outstanding. Each individual item on the plate was ridiculously flavoursome but then when you combine them all together it’s like the orchestra coming together even though each instrument is great alone. Sounds pretentious I know, but I really don’t think I can write something that truly does it justice. Best meal I have had in recent memory: thank you for the wonderful experience.

Great little restaurant in the town of Ballater which we visited while staying in Braemar. Great vegetarian options, smoked salmon and cured beetroot and scallop starters and orange drambuie sponge were highlights. Only comment is that portions could be slightly larger for the price.

I booked in advance here (highly recommended) a table for 4 on Saturday evening and I’m so glad I did. The restaurant itself provides a lovely setting for us to enjoy our meal. The staff were very friendly, helpful and attentive and the food itself was amazingly presented as well as being delicious too. Social distancing and hygiene standards were very good in light of current circumstances and it did not detract from the overall positive experience we had. And even though new restrictions of closing by 10pm that have recently came until force could have resulted in a rushed experience, the staff managed to deliver our 3 courses plus coffees with perfect timing. My family and I would whole heartedly recommend dining here and we shall return the next time we are back in the area.

As usual the Ambience and high standard of service was second to non. The variation of the menu was very good as was the high quality of the food. Always a good venue to visit when in Ballater.

Like so many restaurants the Rothesay Rooms had been shut for around 6 months due to the pandemic. i couldn't believe my luck when I learned the Rothesay Rooms was re-opening the day after my birthday, and even though I had booked to dine elsewhere on my actual birthday, I booked for dinner right away, (booking an overnight stay in Ballater too).We were delighted to see how busy it was when we arrived for our 8.15pm table reservation. It was also good to see that there hadn't required to be more than a couple of tables removed for social distancing, as the tables are very well spaced out at the best of times.Having dined there 3 times before we just adore the food on the menu, and are in awe of the considerable time and huge effort which goes in to presenting such fabulous plates. After such a lengthy break being closed everything certainly seemed to be back running like clockwork both front of house and in the kitchen. The service was as always really attentive and very friendly.I began with Orkney Scallops and my husband chose the Young Grouse.It is impossible to describe all the mouth-watering components on these plates, and the attention to detail in the stunning presentation. Not just a work of art on the plate, but delicious too.For our main courses we each have our favourites too - always beef for my husband, and nearly always fish for me. I was delighted to find that Monkfish was on the menu, and my other half went for the Aberdeen Angus beef. Once again I have to stress that the plates are made up of 6 or 7 incredibly flavoursome ingredients that it is almost impossible to describe in just words. These plates were both absolutely scrumptious, and we both had tastes of the other's.Dessert - let me state that I have not eaten anything sweet for 16 months due to major health issues. Then let me state that the Rothesay Rooms sweet menu tempted me to throw caution to the wind and risk a dessert - first time since may 2019!I chose the Rhubarb dessert, and cannot describe at all in words just how lush the Elderflower Sorbet accompanying my Parfait was!! Visit and try it for yourself! My husband not normally one to go for Chocolate chose that sweet, and he was not disappointed with every divine morsel on his plate.With a Craft Lager, 2 large glasses of Malbec, a Double Espresso & a Cappuccino our bill came to £135.40. The Rothesay Rooms would not be classed as cheap by many, but I would say it is incredibly good value for the extraordinary standard of the food, the terrific service and lovely relaxed feel of the dining room. This is exceptional fine dining at its best. Head Chef Ross Cochrane is doing a remarkable job, as are all of his team, both in the kitchen and front of house. Top marks to all for a faultless service on the first night after a 6 month closure. A very memorable meal - hope to make a return visit again soon.

Fantastic quality, first class 👍

Had a fantastic meal here prior to lockdown. The food was exceptional, food was beautifully presented and nice atmosphere for a special occasion. Highly recommend.

Wow. Fantastic food and service at this fab restaurant in Ballater. We try to make it every year when we visit Scotland.

We booked in to the Rothesay for a special occasion during our holidays & we were touched by the lengths the Head Chef Ross & the other Staff went to on the night. From the service & atmosphere to the exceptional food & wine we truely had one of the best meals we have ever. Thanks again :-) we will certainly highly recommend to Family & Friends.

We had dinner here on 6th March and whilst the restaurant was relatively quiet (7 or 8 tables of two) the ambience and front of house service was first class - neither rushed nor intrusive, getting the balance just right. We were served an appetiser of white bait with alioli accompaniment - very tasty. My “pig” filled ravioli starter was perfect, the ravioli was so thin and light, perfect for showcasing the depth of flavour in the meat. My guinea fowl main was an absolute winner too, it was melt in the mouth perfection. My husband had steak tartare followed by the venison and both dishes were outstanding (I sampled both!) We didn’t think we’d room for desserts but given the quality and delicious-ness of our previous courses, we had a wee break before I ordered poached pear, with white chocolate ice cream and a nut brittle, whilst my husband had cranachan with panacotta. What can I say? Both desserts were deliciously yummy and light, so a piece of advice, don’t pass on the desserts thinking you’re too full up, you’ll miss the perfect end to a perfect meal.

Just beautiful. Excellent food and very welcoming atmosphere. Will definitely come back

This was a beautiful anniversary meal. Beautiful fine dining.

Loved our very special meal we had for our anniversary. Staff were amazing- great attention to detail. Food was beautifully cooked, innovative and so tasty. It was a real delight to have this level of cooking expertise, very friendly staff and delicious menu. Would definitely recommend. Especially as they had also created a special littke treat plate for our anniversary. A real personal touch.

Lovely venue, second visit both fantastic ! Scallops, curried haggis, venison and halibut superb flavours and the petit four white chocolate fudge is heavenly. Will return

Final day of our holiday and brother in law decided it was his treat for lunch. We arrived early but it wasn't a problem, we were seated straight away given menus and drinks order taken. We were given plenty of time to decide what we wanted to eat while drinking our aperitifs. The starters were delicious, hot smoked salmon, ham hock terrine and venison pithivier which was particularly yummy.There was a slight hitch in the kitchen and the mains arrived for the men before the ladies, however an apology and a glass of prosecco each which was more than acceptable for the short wait. The food was beautifully presented and very tasty.We even had room for pudding. We finished the meal pleasantly full and satisfied.

Booked for the first time after reading the reviews. Must say that our meal was truly fantastic. Special thanks must go to the 2 people at front of house who made sure that our evening was special. My wife, who is coeliac, was well catered for too. Even though the menu is limited the chef adapted the meal to her particular requirement; she was blown away with the food and said that the flavours were amazing. For me the menu was everything expected from a restaurant that uses produce from the beautiful Scottish countryside and sea.So a special mention must go to chef and his amazing staff for making our evening so special.We have no hesitation to recommend this establishment. Well done to everyone.

Excellent evening out with my Husband for my Birthday .Service was Excellent .Staff very friendly .Food was Excellent and a work of art was interesting to watch the busy chefs .Loved listening to the man playing the Classical Guitar ,I have never heard one before

Well that was a night to remember.Now the only problem I will have writing this review is that those who have yet to discover this amazing restaurant will no doubt take the table I wish to book the next time .The staff are highly professional, knowledgeable, attentive without being intrusive , and the meal was really exceptional.I slid the ring onto the table somewhere between the wonderfully presented starter and the outstanding main course. The pre organised roses appeared with the coffee and petit fours.. and she actually said yes!!!Thank you Rothesay Rooms for such a memorable evening and making this day so discuss with your amazing service.Will definitely return .

The salmon and lamb starters were dreamy. And our mains did not disappoint either! The service was also fantastic with perfectly timed courses and lovely staff. Would recommend to anyone in the Aberdeenshire area. Oh and you need to try the fudge! It was incredible.

12months since our last visit to Ballater and the Rothesay Rooms remains at the top of its game.Visited with friends for a late Friday lunch - it was not too busy and we were given a large table near the open kitchen. The welcome is very friendly and efficient as was the service throughout. We had the 2 course lunch at £23pp exc wine and coffee. My starter of Lamb Belly was excellent as was my main of Beef Cheek. Portions are not large but the flavours and presentation are excellent. A fine Malbec went perfectly with our food.Opening hours are quite restricted at this time of the year, but well worth any effort to get a table.

Visited here with my daughter and wife last week. The food was absolutely brilliant. Prices are very good, it is a lovely little restaurant and the staff are brilliant, Really friendly. Will definitely return and would 100% recommend this place.

My wife and I enjoyed an exceptional meal at Rothsay Room in June with fine food, fine wines and attentive service. The ambience of the dining room was delightful and the only downside was that we had to drive back to our accommodation in Aboyne so we limited our alcohol intake.

A beautiful place with old style charm and real attention to detail. The quality of food was first class and the service very friendly and attentive. A wonderful experience in this lovely Royal Deeside town.

We have wanted to visit and dine here for ages, and my wife’s birthday made a perfect excuse to book a nearby guest house (Gordon House) so we could eat and drink to our heart’s content! What a special evening it was with great food, wine and service from happy and polite staff. We could see into the kitchen, which added to the experience as we could see different dishes to those we chose being plated up at the “pass”. Booking in advance seems essential, and the Rothesay Room’s system ensures you know confirmation, and are reminded of the booking.

Celebrated my 40th birthday for dinner and was supremely impressed with both the service from the two male servers who worked the room in harmony as well as the fantastic fare from the kitchen. Red Stag venison from the Balmoral estate was simply remarkable! Monkfish and scallops were wonderful too! Adherence to fresh, sustainable food by the kitchen should be applauded.

A beautiful place, with fantastic service . A good selection of gin with lots of local ones. The kitchen is visible from the restaurant and this was good to watch.

We booked ahead for a lunch for 15 for my birthday. 3 members of the party were fussy children. In advance we were contacted about what they would enjoy eating and excellent goujons and chips with broccoli. Adults enjoyed Beef, Pork, Duck egg Fish as mains. Every plate was cleared and we couldn’t fault the meal or the service. Although we would not normally spend so much on a lunchtime meal, it was worth every penny.

Exceptional food and for lunch great value. Very hard to fault anything, from the very interesting menu to the innovative and superbly executed dishes. 2 visits in 2 weeks prove it was not a one off. Brilliant place.

We have eaten here a couple of times but years apart . Very good still . Very good service and food excellent . Really enjoyed our evening here , here are some photos of our food last night .definitely worth a visit

Bad attitude from the main waiter from the minute you enter the restaurant, over defensive when asked questions, too cocky with comments and reluctant to be helpful, why is he client facing?

Princr charles backed restaurant in ballater. Food is excellent.

Lovely Sunday lunch with some creative interpretations that came across deliciously.

We booked for dinner with our parents and just enjoyed the pleasure of the service and the food. A real pleasure to just arrive and to be looked after upon arrival from start to finish. In between food and staff a joy and real pleasure.

Dined at the Rothesay Rooms before in an evening but never had Sunday lunch. Great value with a 2 course or 3 course price. We opted for the Celeriac veloute to start with and then the Sunday roast I had chicken and my partner had beef. The Yorkshire puddings are amazing and they even served skirlie. Other lighter dishes were available and if I hadn’t been so stuffed a dessert would have been consumed as well. This a great find for lunch or dinner and excellent service, quality food. The kitchen is open and you can see dishes being prepared. Compliments to the staff for a well run restaurant.

We had an absolutely fab Sunday lunch here today. Food and service was brilliant ...our only disappointment was we were too full to try one of the delicious looking desserts. Will definitely be going back soon 😄

Booked a table for 4, excellent Service and food. Enjoyed the fried white bait at the start with bread. Fresh seafood! Excellent meal!

Visited last week for dinner. We had the tasting menu paired with wines. Food, wine and service were exceptional. Would visit again just wish it was closer.

Visited last week for dinner. Tried tasting menu paired with wines. Food and service were excellent. Thank you. Will call again.

My wife and I enjoyed the tasting menu with wine flight. The food was fantastic and the service was very good. Reasonably priced given the quality of the menu.

Food was very good, different and not over powering. Service was just right - not ‘in your face’. Wine selection good range and not over priced for the standard of restaurant. The lighting was a bit bright but was not of over concern.

From entering the restaurant the staff were very attentive. The menu is not extensive but plenty to cater for all tastes. We opted for the 2 course lunch with main and dessert. The mains were all cooked perfectly with steak, hake and chicken to keep the kitchen staff on their toes. Presentation was lovely and flavours were too. Dessert was the favourite sticky toffee pudding had by all 3 of us, light and fluffy sponge with plenty fo the lovely butterscotch sauce and a little brandy basket with ice cream delicately popped on top. Compliments to Chef Ross and his staff in the kitchen and those on the other side of the pass. I will definately be back in the near future.

Very much enjoyed our dinner this evening -excellent service from Christopher,restaurant manager and delicious food from Ross, the Chef.

I didn’t particularly like my starter or steak. My 3 other guests thoroughly enjoyed their food. Our first visit was so enjoyable, not just because of the food but the service too. We didn’t like the member of staff who greeted us and appeared at our table, we felt he was rude, sarcastic and generally not very nice.

Unfortunately the restaurant is style over substance. The Chef needs to spend some time in France or even nearer in Glasgow to understand how to put dishes together with taste and imagination. I had the Monkfish as a starter and it was overcooked which is sacrilege. I had the two very small pieces of venison which were okay but had little taste as they had been sous-vide. The pricing is ridiculous. I would say both courses based on the pricing at The Gamba in Glasgow were overpriced by at least £6 each. I will not be coming back.

Second visit to to the Rothesay Rooms and again the food was outstanding. I had the Sunday Roast which had all the trimmings you would expect. The vegetables were perfectly cooked and the Yorkshire puddings were amazing. Definitely worth a visit if you are in the area.

Apparently a fave of Prince Charles, this little hideaway just down from the house we rented made for an amazing evening. Celebrated Chef Ross Cochrane even indulged me with a backstage photo opt after dinner and our host Christopher Strachan created a memorable evening all the way around. The bartender concocted a special drink with apple cider that was top drawer!

Had a tremendous birthday celebration Sunday lunch for my father. Locally sourced ingredients and superb staff. One of the best restaurants in North East Scotland - hugely enjoyed every moment

We had a lovely Scottish meal Haggis, tatties and neeps

I went as a group of 8 to The Rothesay rooms , having been there many times before . We all decided to go for the 5 course taster menu at £55 per head together with the wine flight at a further £25 per head . The food was well presented and delicious but the portions were tiny and at £11 per course we felt wasn’t good value for money . The wine flight was hugely overpriced. The wines served at each course complemented the food beautifully but again a tiny amount was served . Only approximately 3/4 of each bottle of wine was used for 8 of us which meant we only had 6-7cl in each glass . The wines served were between £25-30 per bottle so charging £5 per person per glass was extortionate.

Very smart place, nicely furnished, with enough of a Traditional look to be pleasing on the eye, however we did find the temperature somewhat chilly. Very professional waiting staff, attentive and friendly, without being intrusive. Very nice menu, the starters in particular were to my taste, both in choice and size, two starters suit me better that one followed by a main as I cannot eat huge platefuls of food. The main courses by comparison to the starters, which were a work of art and delicious, lacked finesse in presentation, in all you fact big eaters out there will delight in the portion size, but then it was a traditional Sunday roast. Chicken and meat and roasties cooked to perfection, if somewhat lost with the pile of other things on the plate. No room for dessert, but the plates which I saw coming from the open to view kitchen, looked a joy. Excellent wine by the glass, so all in all a good experience and good value for money, being less expensive than the evening meals which I thought were too pricey at £14 for a starter. We would certainly return but only at lunchtime.

The food was amazing and the service great. Produced used was of the best quality and locally sourced.

Impeccable and warm service. Refined cuisine using fresh, quality produce. Sufficient choice but not excessive. The open kitchen allows the chefs to see the work at once. Typical Scottish club style decoration The value for money is correct

Very delightful setting. Menu offers many choices of traditional Scottish foods. Outstanding service

From the moment we stepped into the restaurant until we reluctantly left the experience was faultless. A warm welcome and expertly prepared delicious dishes made for a perfect evening. We enjoyed the tasting menu which was carefully thought out and well balanced. Every dish was beautifully presented, timing was just right and service was pleasant, attentive and in no way intrusive. We opted to choose our own wine and the excellent advice from the manager was spot on.

Fantastic food, brilliant, friendly and knowledgable service. Even topped off by giving us some free cocktails at the end. Best meal I’ve had in a long time

Excellent dinner - well designed dishes beautifully executed with plenty of attention to detail. Most impressed. Plus a good wine list. Attentive, friendly service and a good atmosphere in the tastefully decorated dining room. My third visit and for sure there will be a fourth!

Very refined kitchen, beautifully presented on the plate. Stylish service, adapted to the decor. Pure indulgence, which may cost something. The restaurant is only open a few days a week. Reservation via the internet is necessary, but this was very difficult.

Visited this restaurant whilst staying in Ballater.. Amazing food and service. As good as ANY Michelin starred establishments we have eaten in around the country and abroad. Probably the best scallops I've ever eaten.. Tried to book again before leaving for home, but unfortunately not open every day.. Would certainly return if back in the area.. Worth every penny for that special meal.. Would definitely recommend.. Well done chef and staff..

Not the most salubrious of surrounding and not over impressed by my waiter so that’s the negatives out of the way. On the plus side, the food and choice of wine was excellent, so on balance my rating is 4 star

Great food and great staff who know their wine and how to best recommend food to suit your taste A warm welcome awaits guests, the ambiance is superb and it's a joy to dine here Highly recommend