Eating Out

Restaurants in Ballater can get very busy, especially in the summer, so we recommend our guests make dinner reservations in advance. Below is a list of our favourites:

Fish Shop
Open Tuesday to Sunday, reservations recommended
+44 (0) 1339 720 250
https://fishshopballater.co.uk
A seafood lovers heaven. Serving ethically-sourced fish from day and short-trip boats, as well as creel-caught and hand-dived crustacea.

Darroch Learg
Open Wednesday to Sunday, reservations essential
+44 (0) 1339 720 250
https://darrochlearg.co.uk/restaurant
A lovely restaurant located in the conservatory of the Darroch Learg hotel. Fine dining with local produce and excellent service.

Balmoral Arms
Reservations essential
+44 (0) 1339 755 413
This 5 star Inn has a restaurant and bar offering excellent Scottish produce

Clachan Grill
Open Wednesday to Sunday (also open on Mondays in July and August)
+44 (0) 1339 755 999
https://clachangrill.com/
Serves local Scottish produce in a lovely setting with outdoor seating available. Brilliant Sunday lunchtime roasts.

Angus & Ale
Open Wednesday to Sunday (also open on Mondays in July and August)
+44 (0) 1339 755 999
https://clachangrill.com/
Adjoined to Clachan Grill, Angus & Ale serve excellent burgers and steaks.

The Green Inn
+44 (0) 7368 984 227
Open seven days a week, the Green Inn offers Italian food with a Scottish twist.

Lochnagar Indian Brasserie
+44 (0) 1339 755 611
Serves award-winning traditional Indian cuisine.

Millers Brasserie
+44 (0) 1339 341 566
A lively informal restaurant serving hearty dishes, local beers and wines in a relaxed setting.

Alexandra Hotel
+44 (0) 1339 755376
Excellent fish & chips and homemade food.

Balmoral Bar
Walk-in only
+44 (0) 1339 755 462
Independent pub serving quality food, craft beers, lagers, real ales and wines.

The Fife Arms, Braemar (25 min drive)
https://thefifearms.com/eat-drink/
Recently refurbished, this 5-star hotel has become a tourist attraction due to the art on display. They serve bar food in the Flying Stag and fine dining in the Clunie Dining Room.