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Ooters at the mariner hotel

Experience the welcoming atmosphere of Ooters at the Mariner Hotel, rated 4.4, offering an extensive menu with generous portions at great prices. Enjoy our child-friendly options, delicious meals, and attentive service, perfect for families and casual gat

349 Great Western Rd, Aberdeen AB10 6NW, United Kingdom View on map
8.8/10
Very Good Based on 190 recent guest reviews
What recent guests emphasize

Comfortable dining with great value and friendly service

Recent guests highlight a welcoming atmosphere with generous portions, good value children’s options, and attentive staff in a laid-back setting. Food quality and drink service receive strong positive mentions, though timing of meal service can vary.

Guests often praise

  • Generous portion sizes and good value, especially the children’s 3-course menu.
  • Friendly, attentive, and welcoming staff across bar and restaurant areas.
  • Quality and freshness of food with a varied and extensive menu.
  • Fun, relaxed atmosphere with quirky retro decor and added amenities like a pool table.
  • Efficient and helpful bar service including cold drinks served in frozen glasses.

Worth knowing

  • Meal service speed can be slow during busy times, affecting dining flow for larger groups.
  • Some guests noted the restaurant’s temperature was cooler than desired.
  • The venue recently reopened and may still be adapting to demand and operations.
  • It is now dog-friendly, welcoming guests with pets in the bar area.
  • Local family-friendly atmosphere, but sometimes lacks crowd density.

Best for

  • Families looking for good value meals and a children’s menu.
  • Guests seeking a casual, welcoming spot for drinks and relaxed dining.
  • Visitors wanting large portions of freshly made, varied food options.
  • Locals and travelers wanting a friendly, pet-friendly environment.
  • Groups who appreciate a laid-back vibe with extras like a pool table and cocktails.
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About this property

Welcome to Ooters at the mariner hotel

Ooters at the Mariner Hotel, located at 349 Great Western Rd, Aberdeen, offers a delightful dining experience that has garnered a reputation worth every bit of its impressive 4.4-star rating. With its recent reopening, this venue has captured the hearts of both families and individuals seeking a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Among the highlights, the children's menu stands out with its incredible value—three courses for just £5. Many parents have expressed their surprise at not only the quality of the food but also the portion sizes, which are generous enough to satisfy adults as well. The ambiance is perfect for enjoying a chilled drink while tending to the little ones, making it a top-notch spot for family outings.

Patrons have consistently praised the extensive and varied menu. From hearty meals like the rump steak with curly fries to creative dishes such as the macaroni pie, guests are sure to leave feeling well-fed and satisfied. The attentive staff, known for their friendly demeanor and expertise in handling dietary requirements, enhance the dining experience significantly, ensuring that everyone feels cared for.

Feedback from numerous visitors highlights the excellent service that accompanies the delectable food. Many have enjoyed casual evenings at the bar, indulging in fun cocktails and sharing delicious starters like the nachos and irresistible chicken platter. The attentive bar staff keeps patrons’ glasses full, making it an ideal place for socializing with friends or unwinding after a long day.

Despite its popularity with families and individuals alike, some have noted that the restaurant can feel a bit chilly, and service may be slightly slow during busy periods. However, these minor drawbacks are easily overlooked given the overall quality of the dining experience at Ooters.

In summary, Ooters at the Mariner Hotel is a remarkable find for anyone in Aberdeen looking for substantial food, friendly service, and a relaxed atmosphere. Whether you’re dining with family or planning a night out with friends, this venue promises a rewarding experience that warrants a visit. With delicious meals and a welcoming vibe, Ooters is set to become a favorite among locals and visitors alike.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

CD
CJ Durling Jun 14, 2025
10

Delighted to have the venue reopened and the staff were all wonderfully welcoming. Child's menu with 3 courses for £5 is amazing value and food is really fine for this price point and very generous. (I actually think parents of little ones can nibble alongside the portions were that good). Would 100% recommend for chilled option for a drink whilst feeding kids. Given 2 or 3 nurseries within 60 seconds, this place should be packed! Will return!

ME
Margaret Ellis May 29, 2025
10

I went for a meal with my family and was very impressed with the food. The menu was extensive and the huge portions were great value. You certainly don't leave feeling hungry! The staff were very friendly and were confident in dealing with dietary requirements. I'll definitely be back.

LH
L Herriot May 26, 2025
10

Another lovely evening at Ooters - the staff working the bar and restaurant were very friendly and welcoming as usual, and really attentive and helpful all evening; cocktails were really fun! Wine and food were great - we had a special chicken platter and nachos starters in the bar with our drinks; and then special ribs and macaroni pie for mains in the restaurant - all delicious very freshly made, and really big portions. Atmosphere is fun and very laid-back; quirky retro Elvis decor. They’ve also added a pool table since we were in last. Is also dog friendly now I saw so will be back soon with our pooches :)

GT
Greg Taggart May 26, 2025
10

Great value for money. The kids food was very good….my son was very happy with the burger and hotdog. The service was great, very attentive and friendly. It’s a pity that there was not more people there as it’s a great place for families.

AE
Alastair Edgar May 09, 2025
10

I had the rump steak with curly fries and a pint of lemonade, great food and a nice and relaxing atmosphere. I do work as a mystery shopper quite often so find myself in a lot of different places and feel that from my experience that this would get a very high grade from me and as such would recommend to anyone. Portion sizes were large and I definitely didn't leave hungry!

WT
Willie Taylor May 08, 2025
10

Great to have this place back up and running. Went with 7 family members, young and old and was delighted with what we got, from very well priced drinks and food. The Food was great and the Staff very friendly and helpful. Early days but we will be back, any criticism would be the Restaurant was a Tad Chilly and food was served slowly meaning on a table of 7, by the time the last received their meal the first person was virtually finished. We all hope that any niggles will get ironed out, but we will be back. If you live in the area, pop in and supports our local business

RR
Richard Ross Apr 05, 2025
10

A great little discovery For us chappies working away here, We've struggled finding a decent place to eat locally to our bed and breakfast without having to drive. Ooter's is a fantastic spot especially the bar section. The bar staff are always very helpful and keep the pints coming when you running low . If you're feeling hungry, this is the place to eat. All I can say is, you get fed . Quality come with the quantity too. Food is always hot on arrival. The best bit is they poor your beer into frozen glasses, every time .

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