The Forbes Arms Hotel

The Forbes Arms Hotel reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Christopher

   Aberdeen1 review

   5.0

   Dined on March 8, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   An excellent meal with brilliant service and lovely setting.
   

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   deborah

   London1 review

   5.0

   Dined on March 2, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I recently had the pleasure of enjoying a Sunday lunch at the Forbes Arms Hotel in Alford, and it was an absolutely delightful experience. From the moment we walked in, the staff were warm, welcoming, and attentive, ensuring we felt right at home. The service was prompt and friendly, making the whole visit feel incredibly enjoyable. The food was simply beautiful—cooked to perfection, beautifully presented, and bursting with flavour. Every dish was a treat for the senses, and it was clear that only the best ingredients were used. It’s rare to find a place where both the service and the food come together so harmoniously. I highly recommend the Forbes Arms for anyone looking for a fantastic meal in a charming and friendly atmosphere. I can’t wait to return!
   

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   Jock and Cindi

   Aberdeen1 review

   5.0

   Dined on March 1, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Fantastic meal once again. The steaks were sensational. Highly recommended.
   

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   Sue

   Aberdeen1 review

   3.0

   Dined on February 28, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Starter and sweet good, lamb, fat, chewy and not hot enough. House red excellent. Staff lovely., whole place very comfortable.
   

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   Alison

   Inverness3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 23, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Lovely atmosphere- welcoming and staff friendly - good selection on menu - nice presentation - will def be back
   

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   Lorna

   London1 review

   1.0

   Dined on February 23, 2025

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 1

   Pleasant but inept service. Tough beef and tough, overcooked lamb. Very disappointing, will never go there again.
   

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   Audrey

   North Scotland2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 16, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   A great place to eat staff all very friendly and food 1st class will definitely be back
   

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   Peter

   Aberdeen1 review

   4.0

   Dined on February 15, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Really great food. The resteraunt was very busy with most tables occupied.
   

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   Graham

   Inverness2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 7, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   1st class service, with excellent food - keep it up as you met our high expectations again!! Plus it was another birthday meal that was served brilliantly by the staff - with a wee special birthday message. Thank you again.
   

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    Mark

    London1 review

    4.0

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4

    Went for Sunday lunch with friends. The whole experience was delightful. For me, tempura prawns to start with, followed by traditional roast beef. No room for pudding! Keep up the good work team Forbes.
    

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