Location: Aberdeen
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What to do and see in Aberdeen, Scotland: The Best Food & Drink
Experience the richness of Aberdeen’s proud history and culture — from the sound of residents’ traditional Doric accent to the sights of glittering granite buildings lining the city’s streets. Explore the cobbled roads and historic university buildings of Old Aberdeen, then take a stroll along the nearby sandy beach and watch for dolphins in the busy harbour. Afterward, find your way to the quaint fishing quarter of Footdee, and lose yourself among its tiny cottages and colourful gardens.
Restaurants in Aberdeen
1. Aberdeen-Tours
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5.0 based on 93 reviews
We have a selection of Aberdeen Day Tours showing the delights that are within Aberdeenshire & North East of Scotland, from Aberdeen you can join other enthusiastic travellers for small grouped tours of Castles, Whisky Distilleries, Gardens, and hidden gems that surround Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire & Grampian.
2. Grampian Escapes & Tours
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5.0 based on 14 reviews
There is so much to see in our wonderful region and we want to show you not only the great castles and history of the area, but also take you slightly off the beaten track so you can get to know the 'real' Scotland. Our tours are made for small groups so you have personal attention or enjoy a private tour, we want you to experience the North East at its best.
3. Porter's Gin Micro Distillery
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5.0 based on 14 reviews
A 45 minute immersion into one of the UK's most innovative micro-distilleries situated underneath one of the UK's top, award winning cocktail bars, Orchid. Unlike any other distillery visit, you will experience the cocktail bar, the fascinating history of Porter's and the intriguing absence of traditional copper stills. Join us to learn about our modern distillation, botanicals and flavour.
Reviewed By Mrstomoshell - Westhill, United Kingdom
Very intimate & informative tour with lots of laughs, great value for money for what u get...a chat, some tasting then a cocktail & the guys where extremely friendly
4. Grampian Escapes Tours Ltd
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
We offer small group tours in the North East of Scotland with a personal touch, sharing with you the best the area has to offer. We focus on combining the well known with a few little gems that are less discovered so guests can have an authentic and special experience.
5. Real Scotland Tours
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Let us help you enjoy your holiday. Our Tour Guides are all Scottish with an inherent love of their country and deep knowledge of this area. Whether you would like to visit castles or soak up some spectacular scenery, we aim to deliver. Real Scotland Tours - offer a taste of region of Scotland by providing Scotland tours, Golf tours and Whiskey tours. We will encounter rugged coasts and remote wildernesses on our journey.
6. The House Of Botanicals
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
A unique opportunity to visit the home of one of the world’s most diverse craft spirit brands, and learn more about our history and future. The House of Botanicals is home to an array of botanical based beverages including the Dr. Adam’s Cocktail Bitters portfolio, The House of Botanicals Old Tom Gins, and the Pietro Nicola range of aperitivi and digestivo.
7. City of Aberdeen Distillery & Gin School
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5.0 based on 34 reviews
Hidden within a historic railway arch, in the heart of the city, you can find Aberdeen’s first distillery for over 75 years and 1st ever Gin School. Visit us and discover the history of distilling in Aberdeen, tour the distillery, and even distil a bottle of gin to your own recipe. A unique selection of fully flavoured gins are available in our shop to take home. These are created in genuinely small batches by our head distiller here at the distillery. Whilst the trains rumble overhead, why not come and sample our latest flavours and discover the best of Scottish Gin.
Reviewed By I8792NKbrendaa - Portlethen, United Kingdom
I visited the distillery with a friend who had been given a gift voucher for two people. We did the discovery tour and it was absolutely brilliant! A totally enjoyable experience. Both Alan and Dan were very knowledgeable and their presentation and interaction with us was friendly and relaxed. It was so much fun! We received a G&T on arrival. After the tour, which doesn’t take long but is very informative, we then went on to taste several of the gins distilled there. It really was a fantastic afternoon and we will be back to do the Gin School Experience!
8. Nick Nairn Cook School
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4.5 based on 122 reviews
The Nick Nairn Cook School offers cooking classes from 2 hours to a full day. Our expert chef tutors will give you hands on help and you'll eat what you cook. It's a great day out!
9. Grape & Grain
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4.5 based on 80 reviews
Grape & Grain is a luxurious new wine bar located in Aberdeens west end. Serving an award winning collection of wines, as well as showcasing the best beer, spirits, and food Scotland has to offer.
Reviewed By Loanhead - Scotland, United Kingdom
Went with our daughter who lives in Aberdeen on her recommendation. Booked a table for 8pm on Saturday night and was delighted we did not feel in the least bit ‘encouraged’ to drink up and leave so they could re-book the table. The decor was very opulent - probably Christmas decor as it was very sparkly. Lovely dark and rich colours with accents of rose gold. We sat in a generous and comfortable booth which felt very private and we were able to hold a conversation without had to shout to be heard. Nice touch to have phone charging tables and the lighting was bright but not glaring rather than the gloom so often used in bars. Fantastic drinks selection and knowledgeable staff. We enjoyed a variety of gins with pared tonic and had a mixed cheese and charcuterie platter. We thoroughly enjoyed our evening and enjoyed the atmosphere and the service. Definitely recommended for couples or a group of friends. My husband went to pay the bill and when he returned and I asked him how much it was - the platters were not priced and I was curious to see how much they cost. Realised that we had only been charged for the gins. We could have walked away as he didn’t notice just payed what it said on the bill but like 99% of people we were honest and he went back to point out that we had not been charged for the platter. Disappointingly his honesty was not acknowledged. A lovely bar, nicely styled, great drinks selection, friendly knowledgeable staff. A most enjoyable Saturday night out in Aberdeen.
