Explore our list of standout restaurants in the city, each chosen for its unique offerings and consistent quality. Experience good food, thoughtful pairings, and the local culinary scene at its best.
Step into the warmth of southern Spain, right in the heart of Aberdeen. Café Andaluz is all about colourful tiles, candlelit corners and the delicious rhythm of Spanish tapas. From sizzling chorizo to fresh seafood and patatas bravas just the way they should be – every dish is made for sharing (and pairing with sangria, of course). The setting is romantic and rustic, with plenty of charm and Mediterranean soul.
Step into the warmth of southern Spain, right in the heart of Aberdeen. Café Andaluz is all about colourful tiles, candlelit corners and the delicious rhythm of Spanish tapas. From sizzling chorizo to fresh seafood and patatas bravas just the way they should be – every dish is made for sharing (and pairing with sangria, of course). The setting is romantic and rustic, with plenty of charm and Mediterranean soul.
Chaophraya Aberdeen brings Thai dining to a new level. Located in Union Square, this elegant restaurant pairs warm golden decor and panoramic city views with authentic Thai flavours. Expect everything from classic pad Thai to rich panang curry, served with fine dining finesse. Whether you’re after a relaxing lunch or an impressive dinner spot, Chaophraya offers a taste of Thailand right in the heart of Aberdeen.
Chaophraya Aberdeen brings Thai dining to a new level. Located in Union Square, this elegant restaurant pairs warm golden decor and panoramic city views with authentic Thai flavours. Expect everything from classic pad Thai to rich panang curry, served with fine dining finesse. Whether you’re after a relaxing lunch or an impressive dinner spot, Chaophraya offers a taste of Thailand right in the heart of Aberdeen.
Glenhouse is a modern bistro with a European twist, housed within the iconic Canada House on Union Street. Originally constructed in 1893 with Renaissance Revival architecture and a granite structure, this landmark has been transformed from its former life as a Bank of Scotland branch. The venue worked carefully to preserve its historical beauty, converting the original bank vaults into private dining rooms and a whisky lounge. Glenhouse offers refined dining and crafted cocktails in a setting where the grandeur of the past meets modern comfort and elegance, marking a celebration of the city’s heritage.
Glenhouse is a modern bistro with a European twist, housed within the iconic Canada House on Union Street. Originally constructed in 1893 with Renaissance Revival architecture and a granite structure, this landmark has been transformed from its former life as a Bank of Scotland branch. The venue worked carefully to preserve its historical beauty, converting the original bank vaults into private dining rooms and a whisky lounge. Glenhouse offers refined dining and crafted cocktails in a setting where the grandeur of the past meets modern comfort and elegance, marking a celebration of the city’s heritage.
Six by Nico Aberdeen offers a playful and immersive dining experience built around a constantly changing theme. The restaurant is best known for its six-course tasting menu, where each dish tells part of a story inspired by a place, concept or moment in time. Expect creative flavour combinations, refined presentation and thoughtful pacing throughout the meal. The atmosphere is stylish yet relaxed, making it accessible for both seasoned food lovers and curious first-timers. Optional wine pairings are carefully selected to complement each course, adding an extra layer to the experience. Ideal for a special night out or a memorable culinary adventure.
Six by Nico Aberdeen offers a playful and immersive dining experience built around a constantly changing theme. The restaurant is best known for its six-course tasting menu, where each dish tells part of a story inspired by a place, concept or moment in time. Expect creative flavour combinations, refined presentation and thoughtful pacing throughout the meal. The atmosphere is stylish yet relaxed, making it accessible for both seasoned food lovers and curious first-timers. Optional wine pairings are carefully selected to complement each course, adding an extra layer to the experience. Ideal for a special night out or a memorable culinary adventure.
The Spiritualist in Aberdeen offers a refined, contemporary escape in the heart of the city. Described as "enticingly elegant with a touch of cool," the space features a sophisticated interior defined by plush booths, marble surfaces, and atmospheric lighting that shifts as the day turns to evening. The vibe is versatile, transitioning seamlessly from a relaxed spot for brunch or coffee to a vibrant evening destination. Known for its theatrical and experimental mixology, including signature cocktails served in ice spheres, the atmosphere is both creative and upscale. It provides a polished yet welcoming backdrop for everything from intimate dinners to lively celebrations.
The Spiritualist in Aberdeen offers a refined, contemporary escape in the heart of the city. Described as "enticingly elegant with a touch of cool," the space features a sophisticated interior defined by plush booths, marble surfaces, and atmospheric lighting that shifts as the day turns to evening. The vibe is versatile, transitioning seamlessly from a relaxed spot for brunch or coffee to a vibrant evening destination. Known for its theatrical and experimental mixology, including signature cocktails served in ice spheres, the atmosphere is both creative and upscale. It provides a polished yet welcoming backdrop for everything from intimate dinners to lively celebrations.
Located on Union Street, Social Monkey is a vibrant, modern Italian-inspired dining spot created by the team behind Glenhouse. The venue is built around a concept of fast, sociable eating, focusing on fresh pasta made daily and shareable plates that deliver simple, satisfying comfort food. The atmosphere is lively, informal, and deeply rooted in everyday comfort, making it a perfect destination for group dinners and spending quality time with friends. With its accessible value and casual setting, the space transitions seamlessly from quick bites to social evening meals where sharing a variety of traditional and contemporary Italian dishes is encouraged. It is a soulful neighborhood gem that infuses a welcoming, high-energy buzz into Aberdeen’s central dining scene.
Located on Union Street, Social Monkey is a vibrant, modern Italian-inspired dining spot created by the team behind Glenhouse. The venue is built around a concept of fast, sociable eating, focusing on fresh pasta made daily and shareable plates that deliver simple, satisfying comfort food. The atmosphere is lively, informal, and deeply rooted in everyday comfort, making it a perfect destination for group dinners and spending quality time with friends. With its accessible value and casual setting, the space transitions seamlessly from quick bites to social evening meals where sharing a variety of traditional and contemporary Italian dishes is encouraged. It is a soulful neighborhood gem that infuses a welcoming, high-energy buzz into Aberdeen’s central dining scene.
They went before you.
‘"Dipping my toe"’
‘"It's like a little sneak peak"’
‘"I want to do every city"’
‘Exploring our local area’
‘"It's a good thing to do with friends"’
‘"You get to try different things"’
‘The fact that we can trial different restaurants...’
‘"Range of different restaurants"’
‘"Everything you could wish for really"’
Tickets can only be purchased in advance on this site. Sales, cancellations, and other changes close 43 hours before the tour starts. After payment, you can find your ticket in our free app.
1After purchase, your account and our app show 1. Your ticket 2. Your allergies and dietary notes 3. The restaurants Your 'route' is the order in which you visit the restaurants. You can add or change dietary notes and change your route up to 43 hours before the tour starts.
2The Tour starts at noon. Present your ticket and enjoy your meal. Once done, no need to wait for anyone: you can proceed to the next restaurant. At each stop, show your ticket, relish the dish and drink, and then continue to the next. The kitchens close at 5pm.
3Change or cancel up to 43 hours before the tour starts
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The cost of The Restaurant Tour is £79-£99 per person, depending on location. This includes six dishes, each paired with a suitable wine (or occasionally an alternative beverage). These will be served across six unique restaurants during the tour. Plus, you'll have access to the "Restaurant Tour" app.
No, The Restaurant Tour is self-guided. The complimentary app provides a list of all the restaurants you'll visit, presented in the correct sequence.
Once you've made your purchase, your ticket is automatically linked to your email address. Simply log into our app using that email, and your ticket will be available there.
After ordering, you can add or change allergies and dietary notes per person from your account or the app. This is possible until 43 hours before the tour starts. If something is not listed, email us at info@restauranttour.co.uk.
Yes, but it depends on the route's capacity. You can choose a route when you buy the ticket, or adjust it afterward in the app.
You may cancel without incurring any charges up to 43 hours before the tour starts. For Sunday tours, that means Friday at 4 PM UK time. Beyond this point, we can't accept cancellations due to the preparations the restaurants will have made in anticipation of your visit.
Yes, you can change the date of your ticket up to 43 hours before the tour starts. After this deadline, we can't make any changes as the restaurants will have already prepared for your visit.
Glasgow
The food and wine selections were top-notch. I loved discovering the city's culinary scene one bite at a time. Can't wait to return
Customer
Really novel idea! Each restaurant was warm and welcoming. The chosen establishments were good quality and staff were really nice. The dish and the drinks were good quality and well thought out. A really fun afternoon and fantastic value.
Customer
I wasn’t sure what to expect but I loved every minute of the afternoon. The varied choice of restaurants was great and all of them went out there way to make it a great experience.
Birmingham
This was an amazing tour. It was our first time and we enjoyed having the freedom of no guide and on our own timescales.
Glasgow
Fantastic day out in Glasgow on the Restaurant Tour. We had not expected the portions to be so generous, full size mains, and what a nice surprise for the matched wines to be equally generous, and in most cases of a very high quality! It was good to have the restaurants spaced out enough to walk off the meal before digging into the next one! And all the venues were beautifully appointed, the ambiance just perfect for not one but six meals fit for a couple of princesses!!
Glasgow
The food and wine selections were top-notch. I loved discovering the city's culinary scene one bite at a time. Can't wait to return
Customer
Really novel idea! Each restaurant was warm and welcoming. The chosen establishments were good quality and staff were really nice. The dish and the drinks were good quality and well thought out. A really fun afternoon and fantastic value.
Customer
I wasn’t sure what to expect but I loved every minute of the afternoon. The varied choice of restaurants was great and all of them went out there way to make it a great experience.
Birmingham
This was an amazing tour. It was our first time and we enjoyed having the freedom of no guide and on our own timescales.
Glasgow
Fantastic day out in Glasgow on the Restaurant Tour. We had not expected the portions to be so generous, full size mains, and what a nice surprise for the matched wines to be equally generous, and in most cases of a very high quality! It was good to have the restaurants spaced out enough to walk off the meal before digging into the next one! And all the venues were beautifully appointed, the ambiance just perfect for not one but six meals fit for a couple of princesses!!
Customer
It was very well organized, great way to sample different foods and restaurants that we would not normally have tried. Fantastic way to meet and chat to loads of new people cannot recommend the experience highly enough. Great value for money
Glasgow
My husband and I went in the Glasgow Merchant City Restaurant Tour. At each restaurant the food was wonderful and we got drink for each course too. We could tour as quickly or as slowly as we wanted and we had plenty of time to visit all restaurants. We definitely plan to go on another tour and will know it is so good to buy as a gift! I have recommended this tour to friends and colleagues who have also taken the opportunity to go on a food tour!
Customer
What a wonderful, sociable way to spend a Sunday afternoon, sampling different restaurants that we probably wouldn’t have tried, but will definitely visit again now👍Something for everyone, walking, talking, great fun, clever app, will definitely be booking again. Thank you🙏🏻
Birmingham
Good value for money. Something fun for a Sunday. Good opportunity to see restaurants you'd not necessarily normally visit.
Customer
Really nice to visit the restaurants under our own steam and not be bearded around in groups. Variety of restaurants excellent and felt welcome at everyone we visited. Would definitely recommend The Restaurant Tour.
Customer
It was very well organized, great way to sample different foods and restaurants that we would not normally have tried. Fantastic way to meet and chat to loads of new people cannot recommend the experience highly enough. Great value for money
Glasgow
My husband and I went in the Glasgow Merchant City Restaurant Tour. At each restaurant the food was wonderful and we got drink for each course too. We could tour as quickly or as slowly as we wanted and we had plenty of time to visit all restaurants. We definitely plan to go on another tour and will know it is so good to buy as a gift! I have recommended this tour to friends and colleagues who have also taken the opportunity to go on a food tour!
Customer
What a wonderful, sociable way to spend a Sunday afternoon, sampling different restaurants that we probably wouldn’t have tried, but will definitely visit again now👍Something for everyone, walking, talking, great fun, clever app, will definitely be booking again. Thank you🙏🏻
Birmingham
Good value for money. Something fun for a Sunday. Good opportunity to see restaurants you'd not necessarily normally visit.
Customer
Really nice to visit the restaurants under our own steam and not be bearded around in groups. Variety of restaurants excellent and felt welcome at everyone we visited. Would definitely recommend The Restaurant Tour.
