Scotland Guide
Northeast Scotland
Eating
1 Ashvale 42–48 Great Western Rd 
01224 596981 
www.theashvale.co.uk Diners who finish the "Ashvale Whale", a 1lb cod fillet (£9.95) receive another for free at this renowned northeast chippy and family-oriented restaurant. Price: Meal without drinks £12.50–20
2 Beautiful Mountain 11 Belmont St 01224/645353 Welcoming daytime café and takeaway with a staggering range of good-value sandwiches, including ample vegetarian and organic options. Price: Meal without drinks under £12.50
3 Café 52 52 The Green 01224/590094 www.cafe52.net Cosy, bohemian hang-out by day that turns into a hip restaurant by night with Cullen skink soup, game and vegetarian meals among the tasty options. Opening time: Closed Sun eve & Mon daytimePrice: Meal without drinks £12.50–20
4 Carmelite Stirling St 01224/589101 www.carmelitehotels.com One of Aberdeen's newer dining experiences with a stylish interior and tasty Scottish-influenced cuisine served with simplicity. Price: Meal without drinks £15–30
5 Howies 50 Chapel St 01224/639500 www.howies.uk.com Aberdeen outpost of an Edinburgh institution, serving Scottish cooking in a stylish environment. Well-priced set meals and house wine. Price: Meal without drinks £12.50–20
6 Lemon Tree 5 West North St 01224/642694 www.lemontree.org/café Easy-going daytime café inside the arts centre, serving snacks and meals – including good vegetarian and vegan options – to live music. Open Thurs– Sun noon–2.30pm (bar open until 4pm). Price: Meal without drinks under £12.50
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Musa Exchange St 01224/571771 Based in an old church and banana warehouse, the terrific daytime vibe in the good-value art music café continues into the evening with live music and mouthwatering dining on the likes of Thai stockpot. Opening time: Tues– Sat 8.30am–11pm, Sun 10am–4.30pmPrice: Meal without drinks £15–30
8 Silver Darling Pocra Quay, North Pier 01224/576229 Attractively located at the harbour in Footdee, the French owner specializes in tickling your taste buds with delicious, freshly caught seafood. Opening time: Closed Sat lunchtime & SunPrice: Meal without drinks £20–35