The best restaurants in Aboyne, Upper Deeside and Donside Aberdeenshire North East Scotland

Thank you for catering so well for gluten free. Gluten free cones and a lot of effort to avoid cross contamination. Done with a smile and no problem. Tubs don't cut it really (usual option for us gluten free folks) so to leave with a cone and a smile, just like other people, is fabulous.

This was one of the best pubs I visited while in Scotland !!!! The owner Michelle is amazing !!! They have great fish and chips , a great pool table , karaoke machine but most of all the sweetest funnest staff ever Darin was a kind attentive bar tender and Julie was a fun great cook !!!! You are lucky if you get to stumble apon this charming little town and pub .

We had a very interesting selection of toasties for lunch - had never thought of putting haggis or venison salami with cheese - both very tasty. Great coffee too and friendly service. The cakes looked great as well but we were too full!

Amazing experience doing the Chef’s tasting. We dined at several Michelin star restaurants in Scotland, and this one certainly deserves one. Dinner was absolutely delicious and the waiter and sommelier were outstanding. I highly recommend this experience.

You must eat here! I insist. The best supper we had all week. The terrine was the best we have ever tasted and the freshly caught haddock was amazing. Great food served by great people.

After our round of golf we had a lovely meal in pleasent surroundings great service and also please note open to visitors not just golfers.

Excellent dinner in a lovely restaurant

Just Excellent! Wonderful service, super coffee, the best Hot Chocolate with all the trimmings! A lovely Cheese twist in a great little place. I wish I lived closer and could make it a regular haunt! Thank you.

A warm welcome (including a roaring stove) - and tasty dishes - made our visit here very enjoyable. Well done - we hope to back soon.

This place is a wee gem! A phenomenal selection of whiskies, a very tasty sharing platter, all served by friendly staff who love to share funny stories. A few locals were in who also love a blether. Lovely seating area outside too. Only open Friday to Sunday at present.

If you’re wondering what this is like don’t miss it. Delicious wholesome food near Balmoral. Parking outside, look out for the orange sign just after Crathie Church coming from Balmoral/Braemar. You won’t be disappointed, lovely current vibe with food you’ll want to go again for.

Outstanding food and service! All the staff members went above and beyond for us to have the best experience! We all have the best time and are definitely coming back again!!

Pleasant tearoom, minimal choices but enjoyed what I had.

Lovely wee cafe. Woman there was very sweet. Cakes were yummy!

This deli shop in delightful Ballater has got a good assortment of cheeses, some olives and pickles and a selection of pantry food: jam, honey, marmalade etc The cakes look delicious and the fresh fruit and vegetables were very appetising. The building is amazing and the shop windows invite you to walk in. We will try the smoked cheese we bought from you.