Amuse by Kevin Dalgleish

Name: Amuse by Kevin Dalgleish
Address: 1 Queen's Terrace, Aberdeen, Aberdeen City, United Kingdom, AB10 1XL
Telephone: 01224 611909
Price range: £41 and over
Rating: 4.6

4.6

491 Reviews

£41 and over

Scottish

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The Home of Good Food.

Here at Amuse we cook from the heart, sourcing outstanding regional ingredients always in season to ensure they are at their peek. Our style is modern Scottish with French notes, elegantly presented and packed full of natural flavours where the ingredients take centre stage. Our menus change with the seasons to celebrate the arrival of new produce.

We are small dedicated team working together to give you a memorable experience, whether it's a few classic cocktails perfectly made in The Snug, bespoke tasting menu in our private dining room or a long lazy Sunday lunch with the family.

Our aim is simply to make you feel happier than when you first walked through our doors.

Team AMUSE by Kevin Dalgleish

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Oct 2, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Scottish, British, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Lunch Wed–Fri 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Sat 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Drinks Only Wed–Fri 2:30 pm–6:00 pm Sat 3:30 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
01224 611909
Website
https://www.amuse-restaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Kevin Dalgleish

Location
1 Queen's Terrace, Aberdeen, Aberdeen City AB10 1XL
Neighborhood
Aberdeen
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 491 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

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Aberdeen/Aberdeenshire
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Good for business meals
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Good for business meals
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Good for groups
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Good for special occasions
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Lively
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Most Booked
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Most Booked

491 Reviews

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Carrie
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall2food1service4ambience3
The service was good and the front of house team did try to make up for it but when you only have 4 mains on the menu - make them good. The rice I was served was in a glue like state with no discernible grains and swam about the plate like second rate congee. When I mentioned it was overcooked, a young kitchen assistant marched out to inform me it was sticky rice and supposed to be like that. They offered me something else but always with the undertone that I was an imbecile. I am fairly sure I cooked sticky rice myself before this chap was even able to work in a kitchen. So am aware if it’s texture and limitations. As I said, FOH tried valiantly to rescue things and were charming, and mistakes do happen but it’s all about how you deal with them. It a no from me.
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MelvynT
London
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Booked for a special occasion and was not disappointed. Amazing food and great service provided by the team. Very enjoyable evening.
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GordonC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Something a little different. Service and presentation very good. Food cooked as my wife and I liked it. Fairly expensive but you get what you pay for.
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JeffR
Aberdeen
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on September 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Another great threee course meal at Amuse, a relaxed Sunday lunch, whihch Kevin and his team smashed as usual. If you haven't been you have no idea what you are missing!
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CM123
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on September 24, 2023
overall3food4service3ambience3
Food was good, service was poor especially when they add a 12.5% service charge for table of two - we were constantly trying to get the attention of waitresses to get service, for drinks, sauce for main courses, we were told we would get chocolates with coffees these also never arrived, we expected the price to be deducted as £12 for two coffees was a bit expensive. But instead we’re given the chocolates to take home. Dirty plates left on table for a long time whilst the chef was taking plates away from tables of friends. Unfortunately we will not be in a hurry to go back.
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EleanorM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent food and service at Amuse. Kevin Dalgleish came and spoke to us before and after our meal which was very much appreciated. The flavours and presentation of the meal was second to none. It really is the best in Aberdeen!
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Lauren
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was fantastic along with the service. Staff very friendly. Interior of the restaurant is beautiful and the feel inside the restaurant is very inviting. Music was the perfect volume, enough to hear the music but not too much that you struggle to hear the conversation at your table. Only critique would be that the food was pretty expensive.
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adrianr
London
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 23, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Only quibble about the lunchtime menu dishes concerns the strazzopeti, the sauce being very ordinary and uninspiring. Otherwise delicious food and the beetroot starter was outstanding. We thought the wine prices were way too high, but to be fair, this can be said of almost all decent restaurants these days. All in all an enjoyable gastronomic experience in pleasant surroundings and one which we intend to repeat.
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NeilG
London
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic food with excellent service. The seafood at Amuse is always very special.
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LynnH
Aberdeen
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Superb food in a tasteful and warm environment. Lovely artwork displayed throughout. Very good service and pace of serving.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing meal and service was top notch. Need to see while in Aberdeen.
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Truereview
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall1food1service3ambience4
My main course of organic duck was tough and overly salted . The portion size was extremely small and definitely not good value for the money. My wife’s vegetarian main course was also overly salted. My fish course, although tasty was only lukewarm and with only one scallop it was again not good value for the money paid. Disappointed and wouldn’t recommend going there for a meal. A Michelin star restaurant should get these basic issues correct first time every time.
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lynnM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had our first meal here and it did not disappoint. We will definitely return to try what we didn’t manage from the menu
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FionaH
Edinburgh
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 13, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
We were looked after well by the serving staff. Were at a wobbly table and moved to a better one. We had two very nice non-alcoholic cocktails. Excellent bread. Rest of meal tasty and we enjoyed it but it was pricey.
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SusanB
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience5
Amazing food with great choices. It is on the more expensive side of restaurants in Aberdeen but worth it.
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GraemeMcNay
Aberdeen
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food is always amazing. Evening menu and specials is amazing.
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NicolaW
Aberdeen
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
We were in first ones seated for lunch on a very hot Saturday. But the restaurant slowing filled to about half full over the course of our time there. The restaurant is nicely decorated and the staff are very attentive and helpful. We opted for 3 courses from the set lunch menu and a bottle of wine. The food was fantastic, a real treat. We didn't feel rushed and thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience.
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ColinS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was absolutely amazing, thoroughly enjoyed our evening
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JWal
Aberdeen
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience5
Very nice food, great atmosphere, but very expensive!
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LesleyP
Glasgow
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great service with amazing food. Highly recommend
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Glennie
Glasgow
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
A decent stab at a fine dining experience. Some nice food and staff were very helpful and friendly.
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Jill565
Aberdeen
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Gorgeous restaurant with friendly, attentive staff.
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OpenTable Diner
Aberdeen
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was great, service was great. We did Sunday lunch so very reasonable. Would definitely go back
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Jacksmum
Edinburgh
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
First time we have eaten in this restaurant as Amuse. I had eaten there under previous owners. Comforting that restaurant appeared to still be same layout. Nothing wrong with that if it is not broken don't fix it. Nice welcome as we arrived, able to sit & have a drink in heir comfortable bar area. Shown menu once ordered we where advised once starters ready we were taken over to our table. None of the starters appealed to me, however waiter offered to ask chef if I could be served the liver pate from the lunch time menu. This they did & was very good. We both enjoyed our meal & the service provided.
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OpenTable Diner
Glasgow
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
A truly wonderful meal. We couldn’t fault the food or the service. We had the set lunchtime menu which had plenty of choice. We had the 3 courses and could not find anything to improve on. Highly recommend a visit and we will definitely be back
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JuliaO
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous flavours executed perfectly. Didn’t expect anything else. Service was good too, very knowledgable and friendly.
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MAllan
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely. Great food and great service. Very pleased with Amuse and would highly recommend.
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CraigS
Aberdeen
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The perfect Sunday Roast Lunch. Excellent service surpassed only by the wonderful food...Roast Sirloin was out of this world.
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SPPP
Aberdeen
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Some of the best food we have had! Service was great too, will definitely be back.
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DaveW
Glasgow
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2023
overall2food4service3ambience3
Food very good but very over-priced and very slightly pretentious. Adding a "discretionary" gratuity of £80 without pointing it out to customers is unacceptable. In fact presuming service is worthy of any gratuity is unacceptable. The customer should be determining the level of gratuity and adding it at the customer's discretion.
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SandraC
Perthshire
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on August 18, 2023
overall3food4service3ambience3
Very nice presented restaurant and initially service was spot on until more customers arrived and then the noise level changed also. Our drinks were totally missed but a complimentary dessert wine was offered. The food was nice but overpriced compared to other restaurants in Aberdeen of the same standard. To reflect the "white glove" experience handing out cutlery, would recommend linen tablecloths to mirror the expectation.
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OpenTable Diner
Hamburg
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and service in a stylish setting. Warmly recommended!
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OpenTable Diner
Aberdeen
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous food, and has got better each time we have eaten there. Pricey, but worth it for the quality of food and service
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Mb31
Aberdeen
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Visited on a Sunday for the set menu was instantly impressed by the attentiveness of the staff on arrival. We both opted for the three course set menu and were throughly impressed by each course we were served. My partner opted for the sirloin of beef with all the trimmings, easily the best roast I’ve eaten from a restaurant. Both of us sampled a few cocktails/mock tails off the drinks menu these were equally impressive. The value for money offered by the set menu is unbeatable especially given the quality of the food, drinks and service. We both can’t wait to visit again, especially to try the a la carte menu.
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Willy
Aberdeen
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience4
My meal was excellent but my wife’s duck I’m afraid was tough, very undercooked We understand it is usually served pink but it was felt this was hardly cooked However my monkfish was perfect and outstanding
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DUG5Y
Aberdeen
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
Delicious dining experience. However, avoid the seats at the front window as the smell from the smokers outside spoilt an otherwise wonderful meal.
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Valerie
Aberdeen
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Thank you for a great lunch and service. We will return for sure.
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ClaireT
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Came for an anniversary lunch, food was fantastic and service was very attentive.
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SiriS
Aberdeen
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience5
Food was lovely for lunch , would like to come back for dinner.
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Sheilam
Aberdeen
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Just a perfect lunch. Excellent food wine and the right amount of attention too. Thankyou!
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Contactless payment available

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

Amuse by Kevin Dalgleish is rated 4.6 stars by 491 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Oct 2, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

1 Queen's Terrace, Aberdeen, Aberdeen City AB10 1XL

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Aberdeen
Hours of operation
Lunch Wed–Fri 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Sat 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Drinks Only Wed–Fri 2:30 pm–6:00 pm Sat 3:30 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
Scottish, British, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Kevin Dalgleish
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.amuse-restaurant.com/
Phone number
01224 611909

Amuse by Kevin Dalgleish

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Menu

What 491 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing

Screening

FAQs

How is Amuse by Kevin Dalgleish restaurant rated?

Is Amuse by Kevin Dalgleish currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information