The Esslemont Bar & Restaurant Restaurant in Aberdeen

Reviews

1. Tim Gilbert ★★★★★

   A double birthday celebration!! The serving staff are just fantastic in this restaurant, like amazing!!! So chilled and very in touch with their guests, they know when to approach and when to leave us alone!!! The food.... well that was delicious and it was so very well presented. My only gripe, which is a pet peeve of mine, the plates were cold!! Why serve piping hot and delicious food on cold plates??? We will for sure be back!!!

   1 year ago
2. Joshua Falls ★★★★☆

   We were looking for a good spot to celebrate a 25th wedding anniversary and after hearing good things about The Esslemont we thought to give it a try. Its central location is perfect for anyone travelling in or out of the city with local parking and transport options nearby, it's perfect. Big shoutout to Simon who made us feel at home, showing us to our table, explaining the menu and serving us some nozeco to celebrate! We made sure it was a Sunday as everyone was looking forward to trying their very special roasts. We did find the prices on the menu to be quite high end but due to the location and nature of the restaurant you would expect a great food experience. Unfortunately we found the Sunday roast to be quite average with chicken served on the bone rather than sliced and with one member of our party only getting one slice of beef as they had run out. It's a very expensive roast for what it is and didn't feel like it was very value for money, although it might change depending on how busy of a day it has been. I was also excited about trying the creme brûlée but it is a "summer" menu item unfortunately, so we had to opt for a brownie or the sticky toffee pudding instead. It all tasted good, just not worth the price tag with the size of it. The Esslemont all in all was good with food being served fresh and hot, the atmosphere was really good with staff being really friendly and its location being an ideal spot for a special occasion in Aberdeen!

   1 year ago
3. Stuart Wadley ★★★★★

   We had a lovely meal here. Tried the Scottish Tapas dishes and all were very well presented and tasty. Plenty of choice from the menu of main courses if you don't fancy the tapas. The venue has really nice decor with ample room between tables.

   1 year ago

1. Katie Kidd ★★★★★

   We have had the best experience here. We came for a birthday dinner and have had the best service ever. I think it was Simon that served us and he was so funny and attentive, we are so grateful. The food was amazing (Sunday roast and a steak cooked absolutely beautifully), the wine was absolutely stunning and the atmosphere was laid back but still perfectly professional. Sensational ice cream and Scottish tablet to end the meal was a perfect accompaniment. Both my partner and I were blown away by the ice cream! Seriously good!

   1 year ago
2. Joy Exton ★★★★★

   First time here last night for a friend's birthday meal. The food was excellent and we had attentive service from our waiter. The food was reasonably priced and our per person cost included lots of drinks & service tip!! Our table was from 4 - 7pm and then we reserved the area in their bar for a few drinks afterwards. Great place and I'll definitely be back.

   almost 2 years ago
3. Debo Adejugbe ★★★★★

   Incredible atmosphere, amazing food, and lovely service from our waiter. I made a reservation, noting it was our wedding anniversary, and they did surprise us with a kind gesture when it was time for dessert. My children haven't stopped talking about it. The ribeye steak definitely is one to try in medium rare as I like it. The starters were lovely as well. We had their amazing sausage roll and beef chops. Definitely going back.

   almost 3 years ago

1. Martin Shaw ★★★★★

   Came here with my wife for our wedding anniversary, we were well taken care of by the staff, please atmosphere and the food was delicious, would def come back here. Prices were reasonable for three course meal and drinks

   almost 4 years ago
2. Michelle Hughes ★★★★★

   Had a memorable dinner experience at the Esslemont thanks to your lovely server Nicole. She made excellent recommendations for food and wine. I enjoyed everything that came and would recommend to others as well. I came on a Saturday, solo, but was able to sit at the bar and order. Glad I stopped in!

   almost 4 years ago
3. Ronnie Kain ★★★★☆

   Thoroughly enjoyed dinner here. Staff were very attentive but at the right times. Food was really good as was the cocktails.

   almost 4 years ago

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