The best restaurants in North East Scotland

This is one of best coffee shops I have known. It's such a shame that it's taken me 72 years to discover it. Great coffee and delicious food. The bacon rolls are gigantic.

Had the Hot Greek Bagel and the Vampires Curse bagel, along with a side of Cheesy Chips. Delicious!! My second time here and the bagels taste amazing and are fresh. The staff are so welcoming and friendly! Can't fault it, a must visit! Beautiful cafe, both inside and outside.

Probably the best coffee in town. The food is excellent as well!

The five star reviews are right. A super stop after a walk to the rocks of solitude. Lovely village and a quaint cafe. Excellent nachos and various sandwiches. Great cakes too. No complaints at all

A fantastic restaurant, friendly staff, great food and service. We went twice when visiting the area. Highly recommended.

First time eating at this fantastic restaurant! Small town, small restaurant, but wonderful taste and authentic service! The chef’s wife who doubles as floor manager recently earned recognition from Michelin for outstanding hospitality! We dined there to celebrate our 51st Wedding Anniversary. Our meal started with six outstanding oysters and crab crumpets, followed by mains of scallops and Shetland halibut. Food was amazing, as was the service. Will definitely return again!

Increíble comida y servicio mejor chino que he tenido los entrantes son increíblemente visitado dos veces en un viaje de cuatro días muy, muy bueno

Passed Shortys around lunch time and thought we would grab some ice cream for dessert. The lady was so accommodating and welcoming. The flavours were incredible and scoop size was amazing “a proper scoop” I had the Ballater cream and crème egg and it was Devine. My partner had the cherry and chocolate and she said the same! The chocolate is definitely something to write home about though it was delicious! Will definitely be back.

Came in on a Saturday night, bar was really busy and service and drinks were amazing. Ordered from the new cocktail menu and were able to order a few of my own cocktails of choice off menu. Will definitely be back soon

Brilliant curry and always a welcoming and friendly service. Love that we can now order delivery too!

Lovely coffee, lovely atmosphere, lovely staff. We just had coffee and cake but the savoury food also looked delish. Would definitely come back!

Popped in for a takeaway coffee. Wished I’d had time to stop and eat. This is a very funky place. Coffee was great and the staff friendly. Liked like great cakes.

We came across this lovely cosy café on a brief stop when travelling from Aberdeen to Monifieth . We were warmly welcomed and enjoyed coffee and a delicious s one. Next time we’ll aim to stop here at lunchtime. Everything being served looked delicious.

Hidden gem! Well worth a visit - lovely food, very reasonably priced and all served with a smile by the friendly staff.

Is it still operating normally now? I came here a few afternoons ago and found that the store was closed.