Aberdeen and the Northeast Restaurants

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  • 1. Cullen Ice Cream Shop

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    In summer it can seem as if everyone you see in Cullen is licking a cone from the Ice Cream Shop. There's only a handful of flavors but they are all made on-site. It also sells an abundance of old-style Scottish "sweeties" (candies) that may be novelties to visitors from elsewhere.

    40 Seafield St., Cullen, Moray, AB56 4SW, Scotland
    01542-840484

    Known For

    • Old-fashioned charm
    • House-made vanilla ice cream
    • Vintage Scottish candies
  • 2. Foodstory

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    A bright, breezy vegetarian and vegan café-eatery, Foodstory pulls in a loyal crowd to graze on its healthy, freshly made breakfasts, lunches, and wonderful cakes. Expect organic breakfast and brunch choices such as superfood porridge, scones, and filling dishes such as vegetarian hot pot. Lunch options include a daily-special light dish, soup, rolls, pies, wraps, and heaped salads. Recycled chairs, tables, wooden panels, and tiles give it a homey kitchen-canteen feel. In addition, Foodstory is proud of its zero-carbon and zero-waste credentials. It also offers yoga and meditation classes.

    13--15 Thistle St., Aberdeen, Aberdeen City, AB10 1XZ, Scotland

    Known For

    • Vegan chilli with nachos, tzatziki, and sweet potato cheese
    • Eco-friendly ethos
    • Vegan breakfasts and lunches

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No reservations accepted, walk-in only
  • 3. Linda's Fish & Chips

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    This casual place serves the freshest fish, caught in nearby Buckie and cooked to crispy perfection (gluten-free batter is available, too). There's a seating area inside, but it's best for takeout. You can walk down the hill and head toward the harbor for some benches with sweeping views: a nice spot for a meal.

    54 Seafield St., Cullen, Moray, AB56 4SW, Scotland
    01542-840202

    Known For

    • Fish battered to perfection
    • Surf and turf burgers
    • Deep-fried squid rings
  • 4. Rockpool

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    This modish fish restaurant has remarkably reasonable prices for the quality of the food and size of the servings. Try the rich Cullen skink (a creamy smoked-haddock soup), a pint glass of fat prawns served with mayo and oat bread, or some freshly fried squid with a lime sauce, all beautifully presented on wooden boards.

    10 The Square, Cullen, Moray, AB56 4ER, Scotland
    01542-841397

    Known For

    • Cullen skink
    • Smoked-fish platter
    • Pan-fried herring in oatmeal

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No dinner
  • 5. The Ashvale

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    Ask anyone about this long-established place and the response will probably be overwhelmingly positive. Fish-and-chips is the specialty, and the secret-recipe batter is now the stuff of legend. Finish the Whale—a gigantic fillet of battered haddock with fries —and you'll be rewarded with a second one free. The decor is basic; think wooden chairs and tables. Ashvale also has siblings in Elgin, Ellon, Banchory, and elsewhere in the northeast.

    42–48 Great Western Rd., Aberdeen, Aberdeen City, AB10 6PY, Scotland
    01224-575842

    Known For

    • "The Whale" (a giant one-pound haddock fillet)
    • Tender locally sourced steaks
    • Free meals for those under age five
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  • 6. The Quaich

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    The friendly Quaich is a local favorite, serving great cakes and other baked goods, outstanding full Scottish breakfasts, warming porridge, and a plethora of snacks and sandwiches. Unusual dishes include a salmon omelet and haggis panini.

    85 High St., Fochabers, Moray, IV32 7DH, Scotland
    01343-820981

    Known For

    • Imaginative omelets
    • Stovies with pickled beets
    • Tempting cakes and pastries

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon.
  • 7. Yatai Izakaya

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    The slick facade and glowing red interior might be a little intimidating at first, but the smiling staff is approachable and happy to help you choose the right blend of flavors and textures. The menu includes dishes like kushiyaki-style skewers of aged sirloin steak, sushi, miso soup, and salad.

    53 Langstane Pl., Aberdeen, Aberdeen City, AB11 6EN, Scotland
    01224-592355

    Known For

    • Octopus balls
    • Sushi platters
    • Cash-only policy

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Reservations essential

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