Best Coffee & Tea in Ballater

6 restaurant menus in United Kingdom, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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Shorty's Ice Cream Parlour
Shorty's Ice Cream Parlour
96/100 (698 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Coffee & Tea
Dessert
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Scones
Sundae
Sorbet
Ferrero Rocher
Ice Cream Waffle Cone
Roomijs
Ice Cream
Gelato
Milkshake
Biscoff Sundaes
Cappuccino
Toffee Crisp and Chocolate
Donut and Ice Cream Sundae
Doughnut and Ice Cream with Hot Nutella Sauce
Caramel Ballater Cream Ice Cream
Ballater Ice Cream
Cake
Fast food
Accepts Visa
Street Parking
Wheelchair Accessible
Gift Cards Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Mastercard
Accepts Mastercard
Visa
Cheap Eats
"Cute shop, friendly staff and delicious flavours. They are known for their white chocolate flavour. I tried the Raffaello's and it is very tasteful,..."
Gitte Körnmann
"Great range of flavours with some interesting options. I had an amazing dairy-free chocolate ice cream that tasted like chocolate brownies! Their..."
Sophie Wilhelmina Jane
"We stopped by on the way home from a bike ride. The ice creams were delicious and they had a great selection for vegan friendly icecream which was..."
Frankie Cockayne
"Arrived in Ballater at the start of a holiday (staying in Dinnet) on a glorious sunny day. Having just bought provisions from nearby H.M. Sheridan..."
Mark Williams
"Outstanding ice cream, outstanding service. My son has a dairy allergy and the staff went out of the way to make sure no cross contamination..."
Paul Elliff
"A lovely wee ice cream shop in Ballater. Friendly, helpful staff who are happy to give recommendations. Lots of flavours available and the ice cream..."
Julia Bryce
"The best Ice Cream in Scotland. A variety of classic and original flavours, also offering other delicious options. Very thoughtful and caring when..."
Samuel Ives
"The two young ladies behind the counter were very polite, helpful and good fun. Loved the ice cream I had the gingernut..."
Gerry Wells
"Delicious ice cream and huge scoops! Wish we had discovered it earlier in our..."
Karen Stakesby-Lewis
"We had a strawberry sundae and 2 scoops chocolate absolutely fantastic i would rate it as nearly the best ice cream in Scotland 5 star review staff..."
STUART CONRAD OSTERMAN
"Excellent Ice-cream. Loads of flavours to choose. Just fabulous! Yummy yum yum! 😎..."
Mark Poley
"Shorty’s is a rare jewel in the crown of Royal Deeside. The owner is one of the nicest people and has such amazing creativity and flair. She..."
Joanof Arch
"super ice cream and amazing staff . so many flavours to choose..."
Helen Smith
"Still the BEST ice cream I've ever tasted. Been all around the world and have yet to find anywhere that can compete with Cheryl's ice creams. No..."
T H
"Yum! But they close at night so don't wait for..."
Carla McHattie
"Took my nephew and niece here. We were all very happy with our ice cream choices. We would certainly come back when next in..."
Douglas Ian Scott
"Best ice cream parlour going, always..."
rhys ward
"Delicious ice cream and kind..."
Eirin Driscoll
The Milk Hoose
The Milk Hoose
95/100 (214 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Coffee & Tea
British
British
British
Mid-range
"Well ! We were walking from Dinnet to the Canbus O’May bridge when a local man advised us to walk a mile further for a cheese toasty ! We had food..."
Matt Hart
"Small Cafe and cheese makers. around noon place is pack. Lunch rush look like they have a hard time cleaning tables. Staff very friendly. The..."
Benjamin Lugo Velez
"Stopped here today while out cycling. Enjoyed a nice double espresso and a chilled sparkling water outdoors. Friendly service. Perfect..."
Peter (PJM)
"Delicious, locally made cheese in tasty light bites at good prices. Fresh coffee. We had 2 toasties, mac & cheese and 2 coffees for around £20...."
Steph Sauer
"Visited for brunch a few days back. The cafe is in a beautiful location, an ideal stop off before or after walks. A fantastic welcome from Maggie..."
Stuart Smith
"Lovely little cafe with a great selection of cheese inspired food! Must try cheese toasties! We visited for hot drinks and food and to buy their..."
Emily
"Thoroughly enjoyed our visit. The 5 cheese toasties were excellent, sat outside with the dogs,..."
Kim Flynn
"Great place to stop for coffee and cake. The cheeses are amazing. I bought some of the whisky infused cheese and a couple of others: all were..."
Howard Thomas
"Staff very friendly service was slow due to staff shortages. Coffee and snacks were..."
Teddy Greig
"Stop off on the way to/ from Braemar on the North Deeside Road. Great selection of artisan cheeses to be bought here. My favourite being Auld..."
Tom Hannan
"The most fantastic Christmas shopping / lunch experience ever! Bought pretty much everything for my deeside xmas hampers this afternoon, from the..."
David Farquhar
"Super cute place loved the cheese and..."
Tango Charlie
"Great spot for a tea/coffee break, or lunch, especially if cycling Dinnet-Ballater track. Enjoyed my ploughman's and the coffee and cakes were..."
David J Harper
"Breakfast in the sun😎 Awesome service in toastie heaven..."
Steven Deas
"Very cute little cubby hole i found on the way back from the cairns walk. Plenty of outdoor seating with a few tables inside. Food was..."
Lauren
Bean For Coffee?
Bean For Coffee?
93/100 (23311 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Quick Bites
Coffee & Tea
Scottish
Gluten Free Options
International
International
Cafe
Vegan Options
British
Scottish
British
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Scrambled Eggs and Toast with Tea
Big Scottish Breakfast Plate
Cakes
Pancakes
Brownie
Paninis
Cake
Cappuccino
Salad
Soup
Scones
Pastries
Sausage
Sausage Rolls
Pastie
Toasts
Baked Beans on Toast
Carrot Cake
Quiche Scones Latte
Latte & Homemade Tray Bake
Quiche
Sit down
International
Café
British
Scottish
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Highchairs Available
Free Wifi
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Traveling from US. The scones (I had a ginger pear one 🤤) here were fantastic. Loved my haggis and egg sandwich and the tea service was lovely...."
Carla McHattie
"Very lovely restaurant to have brunch with fresh English breakfast and freshly grounded coffee. Loved the environment and the ambiance of the place...."
Shipra Suman
"Best Carrot Cake in a long time. Fab strong at white, highly recommended. Lovely..."
Nicola Pickard
"Great little Cafe. Food made with quality fresh ingredients. If you visiting Balleter must check this place for..."
Benjamin Lugo Velez
"This is a great coffee shop, delicious coffee and the best cakes. My husband really rates the sausage rolls too. I'm a veggie so can't comment but..."
Sally Milton
"Great coffee to warm up the bellies in the cold morning in Ballater. Had their pancakes which were a big portion and awesome as well. Highly..."
Ivan Ng
"Popular local cafe offering a range of food and drinks including hot full breakfast. All served by friendly and professional staff. Opens early, so..."
Nigel Tully
"Service was great and food was excellent. Order at the counter and find a seat if you are eating in. £17 for half Scottish breakfast, breakfast..."
Zach Paro
"In the age of small portions and high prices this Cafe is a welcome relief! Perfect scrambled eggs on toast (hearty portion) and piping hot coffee..."
sarah danna
"Nice place to sit, chill and watch the world go by, great views of the Church, square and surrounding hills.There is the usual cafe fare on sale with..."
Berglas71
The Carriage
The Carriage
91/100 (820 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
British
Cafe
European
Scottish
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Drinks
Cakes
Cappuccino
Afternoon tea
Cinnamon roll
Frittata
Sandwiches
Prince of Wales Tea
Scones & Pastries
"We enjoyed our visit in this historic place and café. Nice food and drinks, professional service and clean areas. I would visit again when..."
Daniel Vasilikis
"Absolutely lovely. Staff very polite and attentive. Beautiful decor. Pleasant ambiance. Would highly..."
Shiona
"Stopped off for a coffee and scone after walking the dogs. Went in and asked if there was anywhere we could sit with 2 dogs. They said they have a..."
RAY CLARK
"Really enjoyed our visit to the Carriage Tea Room, lovely food, China, surroundings, friendly staff, well worth a visit, in fact, going to dinner..."
Stephen Allport
"Visited for afternoon tea, and it was lovely - as close to perfection as I've had in Aberdeenshire! Nice selection of sandwiches and a generous scone..."
Elinor Smith
"Delightful Saturday evening meal at the Bistro. Rarely is a meal out with young children relaxing, but the friendly attentive service, the private..."
Rowan Ellis
"What an amazing place, its fantastic what they have..."
Heating and Kitchens
"Was very disappointed last night with GF selection so decided to have started as main course. Waitress although lovely had to go away several times..."
Elizabeth Wilson
"Refurbished Ballater Station which was destroyed by fire. They have enclosed the old Ballater Station platform, with Royal train carriage, within the..."
Ewan Walker
"It's a lovely cafe. Staff are super friendly and welcoming. Definitely worth a stop. The Cullen skink is Ammmmmmmazing!..."
MaggiMay
"Absolutely wonderful place to eat in Ballater, 1st class food , superb service from very friendly staff that not only make you very welcome but make..."
Stewart Fairley
"A friendly well stocked cafe, with history. Light and spacious but still retains its victorian heritage. An asset to..."
Andrew Buchanan
"The surroundings are fabulous and it's great to read about the history too. Very well priced coffee and cake..."
Pippa Saunders
"Delicious coffee and beautiful space. Staff were friendly and anxious to..."
Carol Fletcher
"Lunch was very good with excellent soup and cakes made by Crathie..."
B Luffman
"Rather limited menu, but the food was excellent, and good..."
David Edwards
"This place is brilliant if you love trains and architecture and enjoy a snack love the..."
Lee Stockdale
The Bothy
The Bothy
88/100 (2419 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Quick Bites
Coffee & Tea
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Cafe
Soups
Soups
Vegan Options
British
Scottish
British
Cafe
Scottish
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Brie
Cakes
Sausage
Paninis
Toasties
Homemade Soup
Salad
Jacket Potato
Crisps
Side Salad
Lentil Soup
Baked Potato
Cake
Toasts
Soup
Sandwiches
Scones
Sit down
Soups
Café
British
Scottish
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Street Parking
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Highchairs Available
Mastercard
Free Wifi
Visa
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
"Went for breakfast after a night of camping. The food was amazing and just what we needed, with an excellent range of vegan options too. Staff were..."
Freya Harris
"Love the old Town feel. connect to the next-door store and counter order. Staff polite and accommodating. Order the Ham and Cheese with local..."
Benjamin Lugo Velez
"A fantastic café and outdoor shop with lots of vegetarian and vegan options. I had the full vegan breakfast which was delicious - especially the..."
A Ives
"A lovely old fashioned tea shop. Went in for a cup of tea and was served with the best ever fruit scone and also my first ever King Charles 50p coin...."
Graham Stephen
"We stopped at the Bothy for lunch after our Cairngorms hike. The coffee shop was so cute and cozy on a beautiful Scottish day! We ordered two Tomato..."
ashley bishop
"Nice vegan cakes (sampled the sticky date slice, and the choc and orange cupcake), friendly and fast service, reasonable..."
Nelson Wright
"Popped in for an early lunch. Glad we went early as it got really busy and can see why. Good value, great helpings and quick..."
Steve
"Lovely place to take a relaxing break for coffee and cake. Nice tasty selection of cakes, with a few flavours I hadn't seen before and prices were..."
Steve Allchin
"Lovely little find, complete with vegan cakes and easy entrance into next-door outdoor shop! Happy outdoor vegans all..."
Alisha C
"I had such a great lunch and rest here after backpacking in the cairngorms. The staff were lovely and happily charged my phone and battery pack. The..."
Fraser Plumb
Brown Sugar Cafe
Brown Sugar Cafe
87/100 (1158 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Coffee & Tea
Scottish
Gluten Free Options
Soups
Vegan Options
British
Cafe
Cafe
Soups
Scottish
British
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Pesto
Cake
Bakewell Tart
Paninis
Soup
Victoria Sponge Cake
Tea
Pasta
Cheese and Tomato Toastie
Flat White
Salad
Scones
Cheese & Tomato Panini
Cappuccino
Brie
Salad
Scottish breakfast
Coleslaw
Chicken Sandwich
Pecan pie
Toasties
Tuna Mayo Toastie
Rolo Brownie
Scone Jam and Clotted Cream
Date and Oat Square
Toasts
Bacon and Brie Panini with Soup
Broccoli & Stilton Soup & Tuna Melt Sandwich Combo
Role Chocolate Brownie
Soup & Sandwich Combo Panininis & Cheese Scone
Cakes
Cheese Scone & Hot Chocolate
Sit down
Café
Soups
British
Scottish
Highchairs Available
Mastercard
Free Wifi
Visa
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Cheap Eats
"Stopped in on a short visit to Ballater (charming little village). Lovely coffees and cakes. A little background music might lift the atmosphere. But..."
Tom Halpin
"This is a very simple breakfast and lunch cafe with basic sandwiches, friendly service and amazing homemade deserts. The prices are very reasonable..."
Reed B
"Very good experience as always. Food was amazing, couldn't fault it. Butchers products used and homemade cakes 😋. Very friendly staff who were..."
Josh Dempsey
"We stopped off in Ballater and saw this cafe. Looked quaint. Quiet on a sunny Saturday afternoon and the staff were very nice. Only gripes were re..."
Sweeney Toddlers
"We had a very nice brunch here and enjoyed the good food as well as the perfect service. Thanks a..."
Ta K
"Lovely little cafe! Friendly and efficient staff. Best toastie I've ever had and great Latte too! Wish it was closer to where I live, as I'd be a..."
Linda Brown
"Lovely wee cafe with excellent food. A small basic snack lunch menu (see attached pics) but interesting surprise items such as mars bar scones. There..."
Ewan Walker
"Amazing food, the tattie scones are awesome! Lovely, friendly staff are attentive, but not intrusive. Will definitely visit again the next time I'm..."
Purple panda Games
"I thought I will have coffee here as it seemed totally empty. But when I walked in, a lady welcomed me in and eventhough almost all the tables were..."
Nasamani Thorne
"Popped in by chance with my dear aged mother and we could not have been made more welcome. Although it was quite busy, but they said, “We’ll..."
Robert Hopkin