Places to Eat

PLACES TO EAT: Restaurant, Cafes and Bars in Ballater, Royal Deeside


Alexandra Hotel, Ballater
The Alexandra Hotel
12 Bridge Square
BALLATER
Royal Deeside
AB35 5QJ
Tel: 013397 55376
Fax: 013397 55466
www.alexandrahotelballater.com
The Alexandra Hotel in Ballater is a comfortable family run hotel close to shops and activities. We offer friendly service, comfortable accommodation and excellent meals. All bedrooms are en-suite with direct dial telephones, tea and coffee facilities and satellite television. We look forward to welcoming you to this beautiful corner of Royal Deeside! Pets are also welcome at no charge. more info

Brown Sugar Cafe
Brown Sugar Cafe
8 Bridge Street
BALLATER
Royal Deeside
AB35 5QP
Tel: 013397 55388
www.brownsugarcafe.co.uk
Brown Sugar offers a touch of nostalgia and style, and a large helping of traditional hospitality! Serving the finest Segafredo coffee; delicious home baking; soup, sandwiches and paninis. We have luxury handmade chocolates, locally made fudge and tablet. Our gift shop has many Scottish products, quality gifts and cards. Open 7 days a week, 10am - 5pm, later in Summer. more info

Darroch Learg, Ballater
Darroch Learg Hotel & Restaurant
Braemar Road
BALLATER
Royal Deeside
AB35 5UX
Tel: 013397 55443
www.darrochlearg.co.uk
Awarded three AA rosettes each year since 1997, The Darroch Learg was the first in Scotland to receive the AA's new "Wine List of the Year". The restaurant opens into a conservatory adding special charm to a candlelit dining experience. Beef, lamb, venison and game are sourced locally and fish and shellfish is delivered from Aberdeen and the west coast. more info

Deeside Hotel, Ballater
Deeside Hotel
45 Braemar Road
BALLATER
Royal Deeside
AB35 5RQ
Tel: 013397 55420
www.deesidehotel.co.uk
A small, personally run hotel recommended by the Good Hotel Guide. This Victorian house has a lovely peaceful location in large gardens a short walk from Ballater centre. There are log fires and a well stocked bar. The restaurant uses fresh Scottish produce to produce dishes such as venison with wild mushrooms and rack of lamb with roasted sweet potatoes.  more info

Deeside Inn, Ballater, Royal Deeside
Deeside Inn
13-15 Victoria Road
BALLATER
Royal Deeside
AB35 5RA
Tel: 013397 55413
Deeside Inn, Crerar Hotels
The Deeside Inn's panelled entrance and log fires instantly demonstrate its friendly atmosphere! With a cosy lounge bar, traditional restaurant and lounge, it's the perfect place for relaxing after a day's sightseeing in Royal Deeside. Ballater Golf course is a short walk away and there are opportunities for walking, fishing, cycling and a visit to Balmoral.  more info

Glen Lui Hotel, Ballater
Glen Lui
Invercauld Road
BALLATER
Royal Deeside
AB35 5RP
Tel: 013397 55402
Fax: 013397 55545
www.glen-lui-hotel.co.uk
The Glen Lui Restaurant and Bistro Bar offers good food and wine in relaxing surroundings. We have outside dining facilities on our decking overlooking the golf course where you can enjoy a meal or just a drink in the good weather. Open daily for bar lunches from 12 until 2.30 p.m. dinners from 6p.m. until 9 p.m. Coffees and home baking also available. more info

Hilton Craigendarroch, Ballater

Hilton Grand Vacations at Craigendarroch
Braemar Road
BALLATER
Royal Deeside
AB35 5XA
Tel: 013397 55858
www.higvc.co.uk

We welcome all non-residents to our informal Country Club brassiere style restaurant and bar open year round.
more info


Inver Hotel, Ballater
Inver Hotel
Crathie
BALLATER
Royal Deeside
AB35 5XN
Tel: 013397 42345
www.inverhotel.com
The Inver Hotel provides freshly prepared meals using local produce in a home cooked country style.Our guests enjoy a hearty Scottish breakfast prepared to their taste to start the day! After a day in the Highlands, whether enjoying any of the many activities available or a quiet day in the countryside, guests may enjoy a wee dram and a warm welcome in the Inver bar. more info

•	La Mangiatoia, Ballater
La Mangiatoia
Bridge Square
BALLATER
Royal Deeside
AB35 5QJ
Tel: 013397 55999

A lovely traditional family run Italian restaurant situated in a quiet courtyard just off of Ballater`s main street.
Dine beside the wood burning stove in winter or enjoy al fresco patio dining in summer. Our home made pizzas are a speciality. We are open every evening (closed Mondays) and booking is advisable. Fully accessable and private parking. Open all year except mid Nov-27th December.


Loch Kinord Restaurant, Dinnet
Loch Kinord Hotel
Ballater Road
DINNET
Aboyne
Royal Deeside
AB34 5JY
Tel: 013398 85229
www.lochkinord.com
Enjoy the warmth of log fires, fine malts and superb cuisine at the Loch Kinord Hotel in the beautiful, rustic village of Dinnet in the heart of Royal Deeside. The ala carte menus in the elegant dining room have won an AA Rosette for culinary excellence. Bar lunches and suppers are available in our Lounge. Catering available for small functions. more info

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Phoenix Chip Shop
2 Viewfield Road
BALLATER
Royal Deeside
AB35 5QRD
Tel: 013397 55119
A Take Away menu with something for everyone! Open 7 days a week, 4.30 – 8.30 on Mondays, 4.30 – 9.00 the rest of the week. Choose from our extensive menu including burgers, a wide selection of pizzas and toppings, baked potatoes, veggie burgers and, of course, fresh fish and chips! Salmon, haddock, plaice and more - Call us to place your order!

Rocksalt and Snails
Rocksalt and Snails
2 Bridge Street
BALLATER
Royal Deeside
AB35 5QP
Tel: 07834 452583

Rocksalt & Snails serves deli-style delights & home bakes using the very best Scottish produce. We have a delightful seasonal bistro menu offering soups, sandwiches, paninis, salads and deli platters as well as take away options. We serve a superb range of the finest coffees and a selection of Suki loose leaf teas served in their own individual teapots. more info


Station Restaurant, Ballater
The Station Restaurant
Station Square
BALLATER
Royal Deeside
AB35 5QB
Tel: 013397 55050
A stylish Coffee Shop and Restaurant in the Old Royal Station popular with locals and visitors. Famous for our Fish and Chips, our special menu includes choices such as our fish pie, venison casserole, curries, soups and salads. After lunch or later in the afternoon, join us for home baked cakes and fresh coffee and teas as well as our special scones with cream and jam.

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Victoria Restaurant
DINNET
Royal Deeside
AB34 5JY
Tel. 013398 85337
www.victoriarestaurant.co.uk
The Victoria Restaurant - where you are assured of a warm welcome, good food, and relaxing surroundings. Open from 11am, Wed.-Sat. and noon on Sundays, (Tuesdays during Easter, July & August) For a special occasion, a romantic evening out, or our famous coffee and a slice of Victoria sponge, come to the Victoria Restaurant, Dinnet and let us spoil you! more info

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