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Clachan Grill, Ballater, Aberdeenshire

Clachan Grill

4.8
4.8
943 Reviews
£26 to £40
Scottish
5 Bridge Square, Ballater, Aberdeenshire AB35 5QJ

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
As one of the CranberryCo clan, the Clachan Grill prides itself on serving only the finest locally and sustainably sourced produce.

With our scenic River Dee backdrop, we're ideally located for locals and visitors alike. Cosy and welcoming, we promise to serve our delicious, Scottish fare with a side of Northern hospitality.

Head Chef Bartek Bukowski has carefully designed the Clachan Grill's menu to reflect the diverse ingredients Scotland has on offer, drawing inspiration from Scottish classics, while elevating them to the level of a modern Grill.

An ideal location for a lunch or dinner, pop in for a taste of the Cairngorms.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Scottish, British, Contemporary European
  • Hours of operation
    Sun 12:00 pm–7:30 pm Lunch Wed–Sat 1:00 pm–4:30 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Neighborhood
    Ballater
  • Parking details
    Disabled parking space available.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 943 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

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Loved For

  • Aberdeen/Aberdeenshire

    Best Overall

  • Aberdeen/Aberdeenshire

    Best Food

  • Aberdeen/Aberdeenshire

    Best Service

  • Aberdeen/Aberdeenshire

    Best Ambiance

  • Aberdeen/Aberdeenshire

    Best Value

  • Aberdeen/Aberdeenshire

    Good for groups

  • Aberdeen/Aberdeenshire

    Healthy

  • Aberdeen/Aberdeenshire

    Neighborhood gem

  • Aberdeen/Aberdeenshire

    Good for special occasions

  • Aberdeen/Aberdeenshire

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Clachan Grill in Ballater offers a cozy, welcoming atmosphere with "exceptional food" and "super friendly" service. Guests appreciate the "beautifully cooked local food" and diverse menu featuring Scottish cuisine. The restaurant's "inviting ambience" and "attentive staff" make it a "gem" worth visiting. Highly recommended for a delightful dining experience.
943 Reviews
  1. Sandra

    Aberdeen8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food all just perfect, really good attentive service

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  2. Gillian

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, interesting menu, inviting atmosphere. Would definitely recommend.

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  3. Jared

    Aberdeen5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been coming here for the last Four years, it’s superlative, the People are wonderful, super friendly and have become part of our extended Family. We’ve hosted our friends from the USA, England and the local Clan - no one has been disappointed, all have said it’s surpassing every expectation. The menu is fantastic, always fresh and so tasty ! In fact don’t come here we want to keep it for ourselves ! ;-) It is such a Gem, it doesn’t matter any dish you choose to order, they’re all wonderful. The range of guest beers and wine list is extensive, forget the Michelin rubbish, this is Scottish Cusine and hospitality at it’s finest. We are here every Sunday for Lunch and we’ll happily fight you for it ! 20 Stars. :D

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  4. Valentin

    Manchester1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautifully cooked local food in an atmospheric small venue. Quick service as well, probably because it wasn't busy. We've been twice now and can definitely recommend!

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  5. Andrea

    Berkshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely meal and great staff. We will be back for sure. It is a great place to eat

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  6. Alison

    Kent4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely little restaurant. The food and service are always excellent. It has a lovely warm and welcoming ambiance.

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  7. RayG

    Aberdeen2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had Sunday lunch & an evening meal & both were superb, excellent host’s with delicious food. Would highly recommend as the standard has remained very high over the years that we have eaten there.

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  8. Ian

    Aberdeen1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food, staff and atmosphere was outstanding. We ate in a few places in Ballater and the Clachan was by far the best.

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  9. Alan

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cosy and welcoming feel. The food, wine and service was excellent. Good value. A really enjoyable evening.

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  10. Jason

    Aberdeen2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely love this place. Great staff, great food and a really nice atmosphere. Thoroughly recommend, it’s just perfect. So good, we went twice this weekend. Great meal Saturday lunch time and as always, simply the best, Sunday roast dinner. A must try if you are in Ballater.

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Clachan Grill is rated 4.8 stars by 943 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today
Google Map for Clachan Grill

5 Bridge Square, Ballater, Aberdeenshire AB35 5QJ

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Ballater
  • Hours of operation
    Sun 12:00 pm–7:30 pm Lunch Wed–Sat 1:00 pm–4:30 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Scottish, British, Contemporary European
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Disabled parking space available.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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