Buchanan's Bistro - Menu

Woodend Barn, Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom

🛍 Vegan, British, Scottish, European

4.5 💬 2084 Reviews
Buchanan's Bistro

Phone: +441330826530,+441330826530

Address: Woodend Barn, Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom

City: Aberdeenshire

Menu Dishes: 5

Reviews: 2084

Website: http://www.buchananfood.com/barn.html

"I spontaneously decided to visit this restaurant and was warmly greeted upon arrival, quickly seated at a fantastic table. The menu may not have been extensive, but there were plenty of options to choose from. The waitress provided helpful descriptions and recommendations, which greatly assisted us in making our selections. The food was expertly prepared and incredibly delicious – it was clear that the chef was skilled. We plan on returning very soon. Overall, the service, atmosphere, and food all received perfect scores. I highly recommend trying the Twice Baked Parmesan Souffle. Price range for a meal is £30-40 per person."

Full menu - 5 options

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Salads

Mexican-American Food

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Meal type: Lunch Price per person: £20–30 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

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Reviews

Charlotte
Charlotte

Amazing food, everything is very fresh and the service is lovely. Will be back.


Iain
Iain

This restaurant offers breakfast dining with prices ranging from £10 to £20 per person. There is plenty of parking available, including a free parking lot and free street parking options.


Alan
Alan

Afternoon coffee and cakes . First time visit, despite on the doorstep location. Good service , obviously popular judging by the attendance. Would recommend. Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 View menu


Emma
Emma

Waitress on entering decidedly unfriendly. Food overpriced and mediocre. Could not even bite into bread served with Coastal serving plate. Service: Dine in Meal type: Lunch Price per person: £10–20 Food: 1 Service: 1 Atmosphere: 1


Ash
Ash

Such a personal and accommodating place for the whole family to go. Always a friendly welcome and service, with delicious breakfast options, refreshing coffee and scrumptious fine pieces to take away for later on! Highly recommended if you’re passing by! Service: Dine in Meal type: Brunch Price per person: £1–10 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5


Mike
Mike

Visited for lunch last week. We were able to find something appealing on the menu, but only just. No sandwich or salad options available but two choices of soup on such a hot day suggests their formula is a bit rigid. The menu doesn't seem to have changed since our last visit a year ago and majors on light bites. Service: Dine in Meal type: Lunch Price per person: £10–20 Food: 4 Service: 3 Atmosphere: 5 View menu


ewelina
ewelina

I really enjoy this restaurant. There's nothing else like it in the Banchory area. The menu is diverse and offers many vegetarian choices. The staff is always friendly, and I appreciate the background music. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible, and there is plenty of parking available for customers. Overall, I rate the food, service, and atmosphere a 5 out of 5. The average price per person for lunch is between £10-£20.


Christian
Christian

came here to lunch with the other half after a morning trip around deeside. the food was very delicious and well presented. the personal was very friendly, but there was not enough of them to treat the number of customers. there was also a clear lack of any form of waiting system when it came to pay time. when we finally found our way to the road, it took a while because all the workers were busy to drive the plates around. overall, I would go back, but only on a quieter day.


louis
louis

I spontaneously decided to visit this restaurant and was warmly greeted upon arrival, quickly seated at a fantastic table. The menu may not have been extensive, but there were plenty of options to choose from. The waitress provided helpful descriptions and recommendations, which greatly assisted us in making our selections. The food was expertly prepared and incredibly delicious – it was clear that the chef was skilled. We plan on returning very soon. Overall, the service, atmosphere, and food all received perfect scores. I highly recommend trying the Twice Baked Parmesan Souffle. Price range for a meal is £30-40 per person. View menu

Aberdeenshire

Aberdeenshire

Aberdeenshire offers stunning coastlines, historic castles, and rich Scottish culture; typical dishes include haggis, smoked salmon, and buttery shortbread.

Categories

  • Vegan "Delight in our vegan menu, offering a vibrant selection of plant-based dishes crafted with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Savor flavorsome meals that are as nourishing as they are delicious."
  • British Traditional and hearty, the British menu offers comfort classics like fish and chips, succulent roasts, and savory pies. Rediscover familiar favorites, lovingly crafted with timeless recipes and fresh, local ingredients. View menu
  • Scottish Discover the rich and hearty flavors of Scotland with traditional dishes like haggis, neeps, and tatties, alongside savory pies and tender smoked salmon, offering an authentic taste of Scottish culinary heritage.
  • European Delight in a culinary journey across Europe with our exquisitely crafted menu, featuring authentic dishes from France, Italy, Spain, and beyond, using the freshest ingredients to bring traditional flavors to life.

Amenities

  • Wifi
  • Seating
  • menu
  • Takeout
  • menu
  • Television

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