"Tried the restaurant for the first time with my wife last night having previously ordered superior bar snacks from the same menu when we were courting. Our favourite snack was always the black pudding Scotch Eggs with turnip slaw, which come highly recommended and justify...a visit on their own. We chose the restaurant for a date night meal.When I booked online, I specified that I would need dairy and gluten free options where available and was presented with a separate gluten free menu upon arrival- which had plenty of starters and mains to choose from. The waitress was also able to advise on dairy free options not included on the menu. I ordered the Smoked Salmon started with Beetroot, followed by the Baked Cod on Quinoa (with a side of crushed potatoes), and a scoop each of Rhubard and Dark Cherry sorbet for dessert. The beetroot complimented the salmon perfectly and was clearly fresh as opposed to jarred. The baked cod was perfectly cooked and went perfectly with the quinoa and saffron (although I recommend ordering the crushed potatoes to go with this if you're hungry, or ordering a bigger starter, as the portion size is on the small side). Of the scoops of sorbet I had, the rhubarb was a revelation, so I definitely recommend sampling if you're after a dairy free dessert option although I have previously shared the coconut and pineapple panna cotta with my wife, which is the tastiest dairy free/gluten free dessert option the menu and a generously sized portion. Lastly, I need to talk about the coffee, which may be the best I've yet tasted in Aberdeen and is available with various milk alternatives as well as decaf. Minor criticisms: Both of the toilet cubicles in the gents left a bit to be desired and could have done with a clean. I also feel as though the conservatory restaurant setting, while perfectly comfortable and attractively decorated, is perhaps less than ideal if you are wanting a romantic evening meal for two, as is brightly lit which doesn't make for the most intimate ambience."
