The Dunavon

The Dunavon

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Hours
Sun
0:00 - 23:59
Mon
0:00 - 23:59
Tue
0:00 - 23:59
Wed
0:00 - 23:59
Thu
0:00 - 23:59
Fri
0:00 - 23:59
Sat
0:00 - 23:59
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4.5
4.5 of 5 bubbles

RATINGS
Food
4.7 of 5 bubbles
Service
4.6 of 5 bubbles
Value
4.5 of 5 bubbles
Atmosphere
4.4 of 5 bubbles
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PRICE RANGE
£5.00 – £24.00
CUISINES
Bar, European, British, Grill, Scottish
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
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About
The Dunavon is one of the finest privately owned hotels in Aberdeen. Situated in Dyce, just 5 miles from Aberdeen City centre and 5 minutes from Aberdeen Airport, TECA and Dyce Train Station.
PRICE RANGE
£5.00 – £24.00
CUISINES
Bar, European, British, Grill, Scottish
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks
FEATURES
Reservations, Seating, Parking Available, Free off-street parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, American Express, Mastercard, Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Non-smoking restaurants, Gift Cards Available
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4.5
4.5 of 5 bubbles224 reviews
Excellent
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Very good
51
Average
10
Poor
7
Terrible
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Alexander P
16 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 friends
We were a group of 12 on a golf trip to the north-east and the Dunavon was an ideal choice with free golf at Newmachar Golf Club included in the room rate. We also dined in the hotel and had excellent meals on both evenings. Overall the standard of food and accommodation was first rate and our group were also very impressed with the service provided by the hotel staff. Will definitely be back.
Written 27 September 2023
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KL630
Aberdeen9 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2024 family
Had a superb lunch yesterday with a relative who was very worried about wheelchair access having had many difficulties in various other venues. Parking was easy with designated spaces and access to the dining room from the outdoor entrances was easy to negotiate. The dining area is spacious with plenty room between tables for a wheelchair. We felt totally relaxed and staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful So with excellent food and service and easy access , we had a lovely lunch. I wanted to highlight the easy disabled access for anyone in a similar position where other past experiences have been difficult
Written 28 January 2024
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Andy H
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2024 business
Had the wellington starter, chicken skewer main and passion fruit desert and was ver impressed indeed! Home made onion rings and home cut wedges. Great presentation too. Staff were all attentive and friendly and i felt welcome from arrival and leaving the next day after breakfast which was also delicious. My room was clean and comfortable. WiFi is awesome. Plenty of parking. A very pleasant and enjoyable time at the Dunavan. Deflnetley recommend! Thankyou
Written 30 May 2024
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Neil G
7 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2024 family
Mediocre meal that turned out to be very disappointing mainly due to abysmal staff service and attitude. A table of 11 people including two children, orders by one waitress for 1 starter, 9 main courses and two children’s meals then a long wait, only for another waitress who serves two child's meals along with one starter of “prawns” but instead of serving to the person who ordered it she gives it to an elderly lady at the other end of a long table who had indeed ordered prawns as in scampi for her main meal. We then waited and waited until the kids had nearly finished their meals before they started to serve main courses and clear the table so we asked the question where was my starter and was told we only ordered one starter and it had been served (ye right but to the wrong person who thought she was eating what she had ordered). So again requested my starter only to be served a few minutes later with my main course by another waitress which I refused as I still wanted my starter, the waitress then got a bit stroppy and said something like “so I have to take this back to the kitchen”. So I had to wait for my starter as others ate their mains. Then as they were finishing I finally got my main course. By this time we were all getting sick of the service as we had been there for around two hours so could not be bothered with the hassle of ordering a sweet so it was a coffee and left it at that. Myself my food was good enough, it was piping hot and tasty but in general the meals were poor, fish and chips served warm, venison very tough, tacos with not enough shells (3 small shells) for the filling that was supplied with them and certainly nobody had big portions of anything apart from the kids meals. Even the kids thought it weird that they had nearly finished their meals and everyone around them had nothing. It was my first time back to this restaurant for many years and it will be many years before I return, in future I will stick to the Greentrees
Written 9 May 2024
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Jude
Aberdeenshire55 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2024 friends
For the last 3 years 15 friends have met here for a catch up over a lovely meal. The food has always been great with a varied menu and choices for everyone including coeliacs. Due to our large group size we order in advance and over the 3 years every single meal has always been spot on. We are always well looked after by staff and communication is quick, friendly and helpful!
Written 13 November 2024
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Graeme
East Kilbride1172 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2021 family
We booked in for 2 nights on a Family celebration meal being held after travelling North. The Hotel is clean and well furnished. The Manager called me “Mate’ and we repotted the toilet seat in our bathroom was loose and unusable. This had not been seen to after 2 nights. Off Shore workers in the bar were given to swearing and wandering around without masks. When asked what time breakfast was we were told last sitting 08:30 prompt and had to order I advance. We were tired after a long drive and the party the night before but had a phone call at 08.35 as we were leaving the room to chase us up. No sooner had we swallowed our cereal than our cooked breakfasts appeared. Very rushed. Our evening meal was quite nice but when I bit into my scampi it turned out to be flaky tasteless white fish. Explained away as Monkfish Scampi. There is no such dish. The young waitresses were very efficient and friendly but shades of boot camp prevails. Not for tourists who seem a nuisance to Management.
Written 29 September 2021
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Bobo2672
Glasgow5 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2022 family
We were in the area for a wedding on the Saturday, but didn't want to pay the exorbitant price for the wedding venue on the Friday night. So we found the Dunavon, and what a find! We were allocated room 6 on the ground floor, and it was lovely. A bay window overlooking the front of the front of the hotel, tastefully decorated and really comfortable. The shower was a bit iffy, but the luxurious towels made up for it. The breakfast was delicious and very relaxed, with a decent choice of cereals, fruit etc. and an excellent full Scottish (and coffee on tap!) We would have no hesitation in recommending this hotel if you are in the area, and we will hopefully be back at some time in the future. And the value for money is just unbelievable!
Written 10 October 2022
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Heather M
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2023 family
Wow! Dunavon Restaurant is a place to be recommended to enjoy a first class meal. Its surroundings are modern, clean and homely. The staff are efficient and friendly. We held our Diamond Wedding celebrations there (29 Adults and 3 children) at the weekend and everything went like clockwork. We give it 10/10 worth a try. M&H Moir Dyce.
Written 14 October 2023
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Danielle
Aberdeen4 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2022 couples
We decided to visit on Sunday lunchtime. When we arrived pleasantly surprised it was very quiet. Apart from 1 table of six and another table of two and later after us another table joined of two. We ordered our meal very quickly. Downhill from there. Our “ciabatta toast with garlic and mozzarella took half an hour and that’s after asking for it. Once it did arrive it very extremely clear it had been thrown on and taken out in second as it was warm bread. I then had to ask the waitress to take away our plates hinting we were ready for our mains. We waited and waited but finally gave up the ghost when a table who arrived much later than us received their mains first. This point nearly an hour has pasted. We cancelled our meal. Hungry and extremely disappointed we left. Would not recommend whatsoever. Appalling service. The manager just wanted to pass the buck and make excuses. Which we were not happy with. He did not charge us for our starter and the few drinks we had which was good. However all we wanted was a good meal after travelling down from Inverness in the horrendous weather .
Written 5 September 2022
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14janey
Aberdeen115 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2021 none
This was our first visit for a meal(in Brysons). Was very busy and young staff on seemed to be rushed off their feet coping as there was a group in for a birthday. First impressions weren't that great as we were left waiting at the door to be seated as no staff seemed to be in sight(and another chap too). However after we were seated they came quickly to take drink order and give us menus. Staff friendly. Food was exceptionally good and decent price. Would return but perhaps at a time when it was less busy to experience it properly. (Not too sure about the orange/grey decor but that is a personal opinion. Reminded me of Easyjet!!)
Written 29 August 2021
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Kenneth L
509 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2023 none
3 of us had dinner here for the first time recently. I must say it was pretty good. Theer were plenty of choices for meat and fish eaters (vegetarians might be less fortunate) I had the tempura prawns and calamari as starter. They were really nicely cooked, For main I had the rack of pork ribs - a very sizeable portion with the succulent meat just falling off the bone. I would have liked the fries to have been a bit crisper though.
Written 25 February 2023
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dutemplar
Doha612 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2022 solo
Good place! Ok, the only place in the area but very niceZ. Beer was cold, dinner was done perfectly and served hot. Definitely recommend the grilled Mexican pork chop main.
Written 29 August 2022
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George D
Glasgow30 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 business
Food made with care, served by friendly and professional staff. Lovely atmosphere too. The menu has something for everyone, is family friendly as well as being welcoming for solo travellers. Thanks to team. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 👌💯
Written 3 September 2023
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Gillian W
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2024 business
Our company used the Dunavon's conference facilities to run training sessions prior to crews travelling offshore (10 sessions over period of 5 weeks). The conference facilities were excellent. Staff were very accommodating, friendly and helpful which contributed to the sessions running smoothly. Location to heliport was ideal. Would recommend.
Written 15 October 2024
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Sean
3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2024 family
Had a fantastic meal here last night in a group of eight. Great selection of delicious dishes on the menu and everyone’s food was absolutely spot on! Staff were brilliant with quite a large group and all three courses came out in really good time. Also for the quality of the food it was very well priced. Thank You Dunavon. Would highly recommend!
Written 18 August 2024
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