The Mains of Scotstown
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About The Mains of Scotstown
On Jesmond Square in Aberdeen, The Mains of Scotstown occupies a converted granite farmhouse pub, with contemporary decor and live music in the bar. The kitchen serves modern Scottish meals, with a Sunday roast offered in turkey or beef, a burger on the regular menu, and a 2 for £20 selection. Afternoon tea is served separately in the Conservatory. It functions as a family restaurant with a bar attached, and seating is walk-in. Card payments are accepted throughout, though tips can only be left in cash. Groups larger than 15 are asked to submit a pre-order ahead of their visit.
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“Modern Scottish meals and live music in a converted granite farmhouse pub with contemporary decor.”
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, parking lot, restroom, seating
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention turkey dinner, boozy trifle, afternoon tea and burger cooked to perfection.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention turkey dinner, boozy trifle, afternoon tea and burger cooked to perfection.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often return for the roast dinners, with the turkey dinner singled out repeatedly as hot and cooked well, and the Sunday roast praised on a repeat Christmas lunch visit a year later. Close behind, the burger draws mixed notice: one diner calls it meaty and juicy and cooked to perfection, while another found it "standard defrosted catering stuff" despite being cooked well. An afternoon tea booked for a birthday celebration is described as generous, with leftovers boxed up and staff finding candles on request. Several also mention the 2 for £20 menu as good value and the fish as fresh. Service is repeatedly called friendly and attentive, though one reviewer describes a large unassociated group being turned away on arrival after a pre-order requirement wasn't communicated clearly, and another notes tips can't be added when paying by card. Regulars, including one who dines here on business trips, say they've never had a bad meal.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often return for the roast dinners, with the turkey dinner singled out repeatedly as hot and cooked well, and the Sunday roast praised on a repeat Christmas lunch visit a year later. Close behind, the burger draws mixed notice: one diner calls it meaty and juicy and cooked to perfection, while another found it "standard defrosted catering stuff" despite being cooked well. An afternoon tea booked for a birthday celebration is described as generous, with leftovers boxed up and staff finding candles on request. Several also mention the 2 for £20 menu as good value and the fish as fresh. Service is repeatedly called friendly and attentive, though one reviewer describes a large unassociated group being turned away on arrival after a pre-order requirement wasn't communicated clearly, and another notes tips can't be added when paying by card. Regulars, including one who dines here on business trips, say they've never had a bad meal.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“Always eat here when in Aberdeen on business Great choice of menu and all cooked lovely Never had a bad meal here that’s why I keep coming back Great service always polite and efficient”
- Google user
“Tried to book for large unassociated group and could only do if pre-ordered. This wasn't possible so arrived on the day and the waitress complained should have told them.. we tried twice prior to arrival. Once they go over size of group 15 it was the staff were very nice, food good.”
- Google user
“1st time visiting and we weren't disappointed. Good portion sizes, our food was served hot and very tasty. It was very quiet when we visited but that didn't hamper our visit. Also they had the 2 for £20 on their menu good selection to choose from and very reasonably priced.”
- Google user
“Very reasonably priced for lovely food. Great service each time we've been this year. Would recommend. The menu with lots of choice”
- Google user
“We found Mains accidentally but will definitely be returning. The food was superb and well presented. It was early afternoon and quite quiet. Hence only 4 stars for atmosphere. A hidden gem!! It was just a shame we couldn’t leave a tip as it isn’t accepted when paying by card. We will take cash next time. Highly recommended!!”
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
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- Accessibility· 3
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Location
Restaurants near The Mains of Scotstown
- Koi Thai Restaurant4.74072.7 mi£20–30Vegan optionsVegetarian optionsWheelchair accessible
jungle curry, tom yum, green thai curry
- Books and Beans4.38153 miWheelchair accessible
afternoon tea, scones, second hand books
- Wild Goose4.62893 mi£20–30Reservations
cocktails, hummus, langoustines
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Mains of ScotstownWheelchair accessible | 4.0455 | — | — | turkey dinner, boozy trifle, afternoon tea |
| Koi Thai RestaurantVegan options · Vegetarian options · Wheelchair accessible | 4.7407 | 2.7 mi | £20–30 | jungle curry, tom yum, green thai curry |
| Books and BeansWheelchair accessible | 4.3815 | 3 mi | — | afternoon tea, scones, second hand books |
| Wild GooseReservations | 4.6289 | 3 mi | £20–30 | cocktails, hummus, langoustines |
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