Top Ten Places to Eat in Aberdeen (with Parents)

Front View - The Marcliffe Hotel & Spa

1. The Marcliffe Hotel & Spa

   
   

The Marcliffe is an upmarket hotel and spa with emphasis on quality of local food in its public restaurant. They serve breakfast, lunch and dinner. Cuisine ranges from beef to shellfish along with over 400 different types of wine.

The Marcliffe Hotel and Spa, North Deeside Road, Pitfodels, Aberdeen, AB15 9YA

Telephone: +44 (0) 1224 861 000

2. Moon Fish Café

   
   

The Moon Fish Café serves lunch and dinner. Fish lovers will be delighted with the full flavoured sea fish menu. A small menu but the presentation of each dish will make up for it. Options for non-fish lovers.

9 Correction Wynd, Aberdeen, AB10 1HP

Telephone: +44 (0) 1224 644 166

3. Granite Park Restaurant

Serves lunch, dinner and bar food for all occasions and functions. Big menu full of local Scottish cuisine will please the native customer. Service is efficient and friendly to add to a brightly lit setting.

Golden Square, Aberdeen, AB10 1RB

Telephone: +44 (0) 1224 478 004

4. Christos’ Greek Taverna

   
   

A family-run restaurant bringing Greece to Aberdeen City. A warm, hearty tavern to indulge yourself on the finest Greek cuisine. Not only can you sample Greek cuisine, but you can experience Greek dancing with a member of the staff, if you wish. Fine hospitality to suit any event.   

14-20 John Street, Aberdeen AB25 1BT

Telephone: +44 (0) 1224 636 320

5. Musa Art and Music Cafe

   
   

Set in a 19^th century church, the restaurant exists alongside an art gallery and live music venue to set a cultural atmosphere. Food is sourced from small local Scottish companies, so it serves fab local produce. BBC Master Chef 2011 winner Tim Anderson visited this prestigious restaurant when he first made a trip to Scotland.

 33 Exchange Street, Aberdeen, AB11 6PH

Telephone: +44 (0) 1224 571 771

6. Foyer Restaurant and Gallery

   
   

Foyer fuses a cultural art gallery with fine dining. Seasonal menu that prides in local Scottish produce. An informal atmosphere situated in a former church. It has been refurbished to convey a modern theme within the restaurant. The gallery exhibits up-and-coming artists to add some aesthetic culture. A social service is a charitable extra, being an enterprise of the Aberdeen Foyer, to prevent and alleviate youth homelessness through restaurant profits.

82a Crown Street, Aberdeen, AB11 6ET

Telephone: +44 (0) 1224 582 277

7. Mi Amore

   
   

Mi Amore is an authentic Italian restaurant that looks to serve local produce and import Italian ingredients to sustain that authenticity. Welcoming and friendly service when you first step into the restaurant. Warm décor invites the public to wine and dine. Prices are reasonable for both lunch and dinner meals.

80-82 Huntly Street, Aberdeen, AB10 1TD

Telephone: +44 (0) 1224 639 198

8. Paula McEwen

   
   

Named after the young and local chef Paula McEwen, this restaurant aims to please on a local produce level. Situated in the refurbished Great Western Hotel, this restaurant delivers International, British, European and Scottish cuisine. Exquisite décor complements the delicious dishes and efficient customer service.

 239 Great Western Road, the Great Western Hotel, Aberdeen AB10 6PS    

Telephone: +44 (0) 1224 587 002

9.     Prezzo

Italian restaurant set in the popular Union Square shopping centre. Steep prices set the bar high with the extensive menu that is offered. Suitable for lunch and dinner this restaurant is a good place to wine and dine in a vastly chic environment. A modern layout completes a sophisticated dining experience.

First Floor Level, Union Square Shopping Centre, Aberdeen, AB11 5R

Telephone: +44 (0) 1224 593 009

10.  The Manchurian Chinese Restaurant

The Manchurian mixes the traditional and authentic Chinese cuisine in a modern styled backdrop. A la carte, dim sum and Cantonese menus are available, offering a wider choice of dishes. Very reasonable prices - main courses start at £8. Service is speedy and welcoming to customers even when the restaurant is really busy.

136 Causeway, Aberdeen, AB25 3TN

Telephone: +44 (0) 1224 645222