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The Forbes Arms Hotel, Alford, Aberdeenshire

The Forbes Arms Hotel

4.6
4.6
326 Reviews
£26 to £40
Scottish

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 2 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for scenic views
The Forbes Arms boasts a new dining experience, riverside restaurant and outdoor patio area overlooking the River Don and William Minto’s segmental granite arched bridge built in 1811. The original Public Bar retains the historic character while the Lounge Bar and the Snug offer a more relaxing place to eat and drink with luxurious furnishings throughout.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Scottish, Vegetarian / Vegan, Pub
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Wed–Sun 12:00 pm–1:15 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–7:15 pm
  • Phone number
    01975 562800
  • Website
    https://www.theforbesarmshotel.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Location
    Bridge of Alford, Alford, Aberdeenshire AB33 8QJ
  • Neighbourhood
    Alford
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 326 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Aberdeen/Aberdeenshire

    Best Overall

  • Aberdeen/Aberdeenshire

    Best Food

  • Aberdeen/Aberdeenshire

    Best Service

  • Aberdeen/Aberdeenshire

    Best Ambience

  • Aberdeen/Aberdeenshire

    Best Value

  • Aberdeen/Aberdeenshire

    Good for groups

  • Aberdeen/Aberdeenshire

    Healthy

  • Aberdeen/Aberdeenshire

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Forbes Arms Hotel is a culinary delight, consistently praised for its "excellent food" and "friendly, attentive staff." Guests revel in the "beautiful surroundings" and "vibrant atmosphere." With a menu showcasing "local ingredients," it's a "great value" venue ideal for celebrations and leisurely dining alike. Highly recommend!

326 Reviews

  1. Alison

    Inverness

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    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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  2. Lorna

    London

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    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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  3. Audrey

    North Scotland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    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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  4. Peter

    Aberdeen

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    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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  5. Graham

    Inverness

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    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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  6. Mark

    London

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    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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  7. Annette

    Aberdeen

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A warm welcome & attentive staff. Comfy & cheery dining room. Good choice of food & we enjoyed a tasty lunch.

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  8. Alan

    Aberdeen

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All the staff were excellent and great food just a wonderful venue for Sunday lunch

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  9. andrew

    Aberdeen

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We throughly enjoyed our Sunday lunch. Our meal was very good, staff were very professional and attentive. We felt the dining room was just a wee bit cool. Overall we really enjoyed our dining experience and will definitely be back.

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  10. Kevin

    Aberdeen

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and well presented, beautifully cooked meal with a menu full of local ingredients offered in a variety of different styles and dishes. Second time my wife and I have been for a meal this month here and we would highly recommend.

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The Forbes Arms Hotel is rated 4.6 stars by 326 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 2 times today
Google Map for The Forbes Arms Hotel

Bridge of Alford, Alford, Aberdeenshire AB33 8QJ

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Alford
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Wed–Sun 12:00 pm–1:15 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–7:15 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Scottish, Vegetarian / Vegan, Pub
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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