The best restaurants in Aberdeenshire North East Scotland

One best meals to date.Food was amazing and good value for being upmarket.Service was spot on and not long to wait.Wine was very per bottle.Highly recommend

We stopped by The Coffee Apothecary in Pitmedden for lunch today. It was our first time visiting and it was a delightful experience. I ordered the savoury pancakes, which came with bacon, eggs, and maple syrup. The combination was delicious - everything was cooked to perfection and beautifully balanced. To go with it, I had an Earl Grey tea served in a lovely blue willow china cup. The tea arrived loose leaf in a pot with a removable filter, which added a nice touch of ceremony to the experience. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, perfect for a cold winter day, and the staff were friendly and attentive throughout. Overall, a great spot for lunch with a cozy, welcoming vibe. Highly recommend!

A really cosy restaurant with a buzzing but informal atmosphere. Dog friendly which is great for walkers! We had a fantastic meal - great menu to choose from and really delicious food. The chicken burger was amazing - like a chicken schnitzel in a bun! Very friendly staff, great service and loads of nice local ales and gins to choose from. Would definitely recommend.

Best chippy in toon by far staff cracking

Great place for a family to eat at any time of the day. Child and dog friendly, and the number of locals eating and socialising in here tells you a lot. The younger members of our family had already been in previously for a go at a delicious range of pankake specials and, as usual, some of us were having lunch, some late breakfast and some just more pancakes please! The pancakes being special. I don't know if they would always be on the menu, but there's a fantastic array of cakes and bakes. I would advise booking a table, especially at weekends. Super friendly staff, for whom nothing is too much trouble.

Lovely restaurant at back of hotel with great choice on menu. Visited twice during stay in area, and both times service was prompt including Valentine's Evening. Staff friendly but not intrusive in any way. Valentine's menu great value. Food very well presented. Restaurant lovely and warm - unusual for lots of places these days so definitely worth a mention! Toilets spotless and lots of free car parking outside. Highly recommend if you are in area - nice wee searing area outside for better weather.

We stayed for a weekend. Comfortable bed, very friendly service and a nice little pub with good food. Wonderful surroundings .

Lovely spot for brunch/lunch. Really colourful plates of food, lots of options and the coffee was great. Chai latte was spot on! Cakes and bakes were good - magic is really in the savoury dishes!

Have been to farmer browns before for the ice cream which is always good. However, this time we called in for a light bite. Ordered a panini and a sausage and egg cob. The panini was OK but the sausage and egg cob was unbelievably poor. It came out with 1 sausage cut in half and a fried egg. That's it. For £5! What a rip off that was. Won't be wasting our time there again.

Food was absolutely beautiful and staff were super friendly

Lovely plump white crunchy battered fish.. And chips are great too.

Great place to visit! Lovely homemade soup - butternut squash just right consistency, large bowl & hot. Served with gorgeous homemade bread (2 slices of cranberry with butter - husband had savoury scone with chutney - superb). Nice hot latte & yummy cakes. Lovely welcoming friendly hostess & atmosphere. Pizza night on a Thursday & local market on a Wednesday is next on our must visit list! Visit this cafe - you will not be disappointed! All served promptly & at a reasonable price too.

Had a lovely stay. Room was clean and spacious. Great value for money with a lovely breakfast included. I stayed with my two children who are under 10. Our room was lovely and quiet. We slept well. I would recommend

Methlick Pub is a charming, traditional Scottish pub located in the heart of the village. It offers a cozy atmosphere, friendly staff, and a great selection of food and drinks. The menu features hearty Scottish dishes, with generous portions and fresh ingredients, while the drink selection includes local ales and a variety of spirits. Service is consistently praised for being warm and attentive. The pub also hosts regular events, like quiz nights and live music, adding to its lively vibe. Whether for a casual pint or a meal with friends, Methlick Pub is a welcoming spot for both locals and visitors.

Excellent breakfast. I ordered the small breakfast and it was very generous. Very tasty thick bacon, lovely sausages and perfect poached egg. Very much enjoyed the food, the location setting and cheerful prompt service.