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Gastropub, Scottish, Bar, British, Pub
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Reviewed 25 October 2023 via mobile

This was our end of night celebration following a difficult few days training in Aberdeen. More than a few Drams led to more than a few finished bottles of Malt Whisky. Braw Aye

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 24 August 2023 via mobile

Guided by our book travel, we have discovered that pub. It was awsome, beers and ciders were delicious, as well as food. A football match was broadcasted this evening, the atmosphere was very friendly and full of joy. The staff was perfect. Thx a lot!

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 21 August 2023

I visited this place about 5 years ago, after the googling restaurants and pubs in Aberdeen. It looked nice on the pictures, so we booked a table. I remember being a bit disappointed. Now 5 years later, I wanted to give it another chance. It...looks lice on pictures and it looks nice when you enter the restaurant, but it kind of stops there. "Meal and ale", it sounds good. But the menu is not that big and for some reason I thought it was more steak, beef and that kind of food on the menu. This time I ordered the steak and ale pie, it was not very good. It's not very much alike what I consider a steak pie. I also asked for a seating on the gallery, as I booked well in advance. But we ended up sitting near the main entrance, where people went by all the time. The nachos, as a starter was pretty good though. Also I expected a beer menu. When you are looking at the menu, you have no idea what beer to order. You have to ask. It's stressful. When someone names 10 beers in a row, I get confused, don't remember a thing and just say Guinness. Although, I would most likely go for something else. The staff was friendly and the waiting was within time. The place is ok, but not sure I would go again. I just wanted to like this place, because the place looks amazing, but sadly the experience is not.More

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed 29 July 2023

We had a great night listening to the band. The Funky Red Pandas. One of our party is a wheelchair user and the staff were so helpful from holding the door open to getting us the right table after trying a few. Completely accessible for...wheelchair users which they should be credited for. We will definitely be back and try the food next time. Thanks to all the staff.More

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 23 July 2023

We went here for dinner and both enjoyed our meals. I had the pig burger and chips, my wife had the chicken strips. Both meals were delicious however, could have been doing with a few more chips. Only thing that let it down were the...tables which seemed to be unstable. Staff friendly and price reasonable.More

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 15 April 2023 via mobile

We have always been big fans of McGinty’s and visited with our daughter on numerous occasions, however this most recent visit was very disappointing. Having checked online and never seen or been offered a kids menu, we always made sure the wee one ate beforehand...and just provided snacks/iPad to keep her occupied whilst we ate. Aware that kids aren’t allowed in after 8, we booked a table early evening. The server took our order, and at the end asked if the wee one wanted anything, we simply replied… no thanks, she’s fine. Five minutes later, he returned, telling us we must order a meal for her or they would not be able to serve us. When I queried that this had never been an issue before the manager was sent over… I highlighted that we had not once offered a ‘kids menu’ or mentioned that a meal was necessary but the manager abruptly started that this was licensing law and half portions of main meals were what was required. Again I highlighted that this was not mentioned or stipulated anywhere but she snapped back by saying ‘I’m telling you!!!’ Having already placed an order, we reluctantly ordered a ‘half portion’ of macaroni of which she ate the garlic bread and nothing else. This doesn’t appear to be ‘the law’ as stipulated and instead something imposed (yet not advertised) by the premises! Absolutely nothing in place to welcome or accommodate kids so in the future, we will look elsewhere.More

Date of visit: April 2023
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Reviewed 8 March 2023 via mobile

McGinty’s First Visit Aberdeen restaurant week 1730 19th January 2023 Great Steak Pie !!! Generous portion of meat. Plenty of delicious gravy, lots of tender chunks of beef steak with a puff pastry lid. Lovely crispy chips. Served with vegetables, carrots and peas. Loaded nachos,...plenty of tortilla chips and generous with toppings. Chicken noodles with sweet chilli, very tasty and generous portions. Chocolate brownie was very nice. Ice cream too. Chocolate Cream profiteroles delicious. Good friendly service.More

Date of visit: January 2023
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Reviewed 30 January 2023 via mobile

Lovely meal here early Friday evening. We were seated by the very courteous girl called Sarah. There were 4 of us and we were using Itison vouchers which entitled us to a main course each,and a beer or wine . £38 for the four of...us. An extensive menu in which to choose from. We all decided on the Fish and Chips and my god we weren’t disappointed. Beautiful fresh fish in an incredible crisp batter, and a huge portion. Three glasses of white 175ml and a red were really nice too. The diner was quite quite to start with but soon filled up. A nice friendly atmosphere made us order another couple of bottles of vino. All in all fantastic service and great food. Happy days. Top marks to the staff .More

Date of visit: January 2023
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Reviewed 28 November 2022 via mobile

Was out on a lads day out ,was in somewhere before but overcrowded so moved on to mcgintys , very friendly staff and because we were a party of 16 asked about table and was shown to one it was reserved but in 2 hours..., the gentleman that showed us to the table took our drinks order did not catch his name but he was quite small and going bauld , when It was time to move there was a big enough table into te snugg , that's when a lovely lady took over our order her name was "Katie " and she looked after us above and beyond so she gets a special mention friendly ,helpful and very good with us having a great laugh with us . The drinks were flowing and the football was on so we stayed all the night till we left at 9:45pm Only a couple of things wrong wheres the WIFI no signal where ever you went surely nowadays with fibre and super fast broadband the bar needs to upgrade !!! And I feel sorry for all the staff as I know there Boss so very sorry for themMore

Date of visit: November 2022
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Reviewed 19 July 2022

Visited for a few drinks last week. All on one level which is fabulous for a wheelchair user. Staff very helpful, showed me where the accessible toilets were and made sure there were no obstructions on the way. Staff sat us at a table, opened...a tab for us and were very attentive. Live music was on and was very good. Would recommend this bar to anyone in a wheelchair. Drinks were good too!!!More

Date of visit: July 2022
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Reviewed 18 May 2022 via mobile

Whilst stopping in at The Stag met a couple of lovely lassies who were just helping out - one of them - Sam, was very personable - and knowledgeable about Aberdeen and where to visit. Her regular gig was at McGintys - which we visited...later. Her advice and friendliness was second to none! To to it off - she pours a damn fine pint and gin!!! Thanks Sam! You’re a ripper!!!More

Date of visit: May 2022
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Reviewed 22 April 2022 via mobile

Great food - Steak Pie was lovely. Friendly and attentive staff. Quick service. Great place for a quick lunch. Clean venue.

Date of visit: April 2022
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Reviewed 17 March 2022 via mobile

McGinty’s has always been a favourite place to go for food and drink, it has a great atmosphere and the staff are really friendly. The food menu is really extensive and has lots of delicious options: I usually opt for the chicken goujons to which...are delicious, the food is really inexpensive and is served in no time. They also have an array of Edinburgh Gin which not many other pubs have, they have live music some nights and other nights are just quiet and great for a meal out. Located at the bottom end of Union St its only a 5 minute walk from the city centre and there is no need for booking a table.More

Date of visit: February 2022
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Reviewed 27 October 2021 via mobile

Fabulous service food and surroundings en route to The music hall. 6pm reservation, starter on table by 6.20pm. We'll impressed. Lovely staff. Great Homely menu, will be back again next time we,re visiting .

Date of visit: October 2021
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Reviewed 27 September 2021 via mobile

Amazing staff. So friendly. Beer is very reasonably priced. Food is good and priced well. Not much to dislike. In the heart of Aberdeen. If I you come here you must make a visit.

Date of visit: September 2021
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  • Food: 4
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4