Restaurants in Ballater

Fish Shop Restaurant 3 Netherley Pl, Ballater
Fish Shop Restaurant
Fish And Seafood • $$

Fish Shop Restaurant

3 Netherley Pl, Ballater

Our friends suggested that we all visit on a recent weekend in Ballater. It is a fab place. Good service, great food, nice atmosphere. My only regret is not ordering the scallops - someone had them on the table next to us and they looked delicious. I guess you’d need to book ahead, it was full on the night that we went. We live near the coast and I wish there was a nice seafood restaurant in our area. Totally recommend!

  • Delivery
  • Superb112 Reviews 4.9
Tarmachan Cafe Quarry Studios, Crathie
Tarmachan Cafe
Cafe • $$

Tarmachan Cafe

Quarry Studios, Crathie

All the food we’ve had has been ?
Definitely a must, make the trip. The venison sausage roll is very good. Had it many times now. Every time just as good as the last.

  • Superb94 Reviews 4.9
The Balmoral Bar 1 Netherley Pl, Ballater
The Balmoral Bar
Bar • $$

The Balmoral Bar

1 Netherley Pl, Ballater

Absolutely loved the fact that the bartender made sure an elderly patron was safely out and even took on rude an obnoxious drivers!!! Also loved the beer selection

  • Drive-Through
  • Superb121 Reviews 4.8
The Highlanders Bakehouse Ben Avon, Crathie, Ballater
The Highlanders Bakehouse
Bakery • $$

The Highlanders Bakehouse

Ben Avon, Crathie, Ballater

I would give this more stars if I could! Rowies (butteries) were out of this world and the chocolate and hazelnut swirl was to die for! Don't pass this place by without a stop off you won't regret it! Will be back for sure. Staff lovely and everything cooked fresh by the owner. Seats outside and inside to eat your takeaway surrounded by gorgeous scenery. Very reasonably priced!

  • Drive-Through
  • Superb117 Reviews 4.8
Clachan Grill 5 Bridge Square, Ballater
Clachan Grill
Bar • $$

Clachan Grill

5 Bridge Square, Ballater

Our last dinner in Scotland and Clachan Grill did not disappoint. Wonderful food! I would recommend the Sticky Pudding to finish.
Make sure you have a reservation.

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  • Delivery
  • Superb123 Reviews 4.7
The Green Inn 9 Victoria Rd, Ballater
The Green Inn
Italian • $$

The Green Inn

9 Victoria Rd, Ballater

From the ambiance, the beautiful atrium, the smooth-jazz played for background music, and the attentive service, to the quality of the 'house' red wine, the salad, the tomato/red-lentils soup, the cheesy-garlic pizza bread and last but not least - the perfect lamb dish, it was an over-the-top experience. Highly recommended, and will definitely come back.

  • Delivery
  • Superb13 Reviews 4.8
Shorty’s Of Ballater 25 Bridge St, Ballater
Shorty’s Of Ballater
Ice Cream Shop • $

Shorty’s Of Ballater

25 Bridge St, Ballater

Ice cream is delicious. Owner is great and lovely with the kids. Given the location you would expect high prices but the owner has kept it affordable but quality is still great.

  • Takeaway
  • Drive-Through
  • Superb31 Reviews 4.7
Deeside Deli & Garden Shop 47 Bridge St, Ballater
Deeside Deli & Garden Shop
Delis • $$

Deeside Deli & Garden Shop

47 Bridge St, Ballater

We stopped here for takeaway sandwiches before a hike. Beautiful cafe and store with very friendly staff. Excellent price (less than £10) for a sandwich, crisps, tray bake, and drink. Highly recommend if you’re in Ballater!

  • Superb3 Reviews 5
The Bothy Ballater 43 Bridge St, Ballater
The Bothy Ballater
Coffee • $$

The Bothy Ballater

43 Bridge St, Ballater

Ok for a quick stop for a lite bite or tea and coffee. Tables are very close to each other and so even though wheel chair access is available there is no room at the tables. Most crockery used is chipped in some way.

  • Takeaway
  • Drive-Through
  • Superb82 Reviews 4.6
Brown Sugar Cafe 8 Bridge St, Ballater
Brown Sugar Cafe
Coffee • $

Brown Sugar Cafe

8 Bridge St, Ballater

Coffee: nice and strong flat white-5 stars
Scottish breakfast: expected more from this for the price, was kinda mediocre and the portion was small for the price (£13). If it was £7/8 for what I got I would have been okay with it.
Super friendly staff however. Made you feel right at home!

  • Drive-Through
  • Superb42 Reviews 4.5
Bean For Coffee 35 Bridge St, Ballater
Bean For Coffee
Coffee • $

Bean For Coffee

35 Bridge St, Ballater

Amazing fry up and coffee in the heart of Ballater! Very friendly service, piping hot and high quality fry up, service was quick - perfect start to our day on the way to Balmoral. Highly recommend. Thank you

  • Drive-Through
  • Superb26 Reviews 4.3
Lochnagar Indian Brasserie 2 Church Sq, Ballater
Lochnagar Indian Brasserie
Indian • $$

Lochnagar Indian Brasserie

2 Church Sq, Ballater

Absolutely beautiful meal here when we were visiting Ballater. As we are both vegan, we asked about the options on the menu and the staff were knowledgeable and friendly. Had the most amazing Dahl and the veggie Tiger/Mango curry was incredible. The best poppadoms we've ever had. We were offered a complimentary drink at the end of the meal, lovely touch. Will 100% be back, thank you

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  • Superb108 Reviews 4.4
Bridge House Cafe Bridge St, Ballater
Bridge House Cafe
Cafe • $$

Bridge House Cafe

Bridge St, Ballater

The most friendly place.
With recommendations for surroundings.
The most delicious cappuccino.
Scottish smiles all around.

Loved it!

  • Drive-Through
  • Superb97 Reviews 4.3
Gordon's Tearoom and Restaurant 20 Mar Rd, Braemar, Ballater
Gordon's Tearoom and Restaurant
Cafe • $$

Gordon's Tearoom and Restaurant

20 Mar Rd, Braemar, Ballater

Friendly service, plenty avaliable table when arrived.
Food was good, the beans was slightly on a warm side instead of hot, but overall was a nice Scottish breakfast and very fresh scone and good haggis to.

  • Drive-Through
  • Good35 Reviews 3.8