# Clachan Grill, Ballater — Reviews & Opening Hours > Clachan Grill — Bar & Grill in Ballater. Rated 4.6/5 from 490 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/ballater/restaurants/clachan-grill (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Bar & Grill ££ # Clachan Grill 5 Bridge Square, Ballater [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=15195761265708315937&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/) **In short:** Clachan Grill is a bar & grill in Ballater, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 490 Google reviews. Details checked 28 August 2026 · source: Google Places ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free car park - ✓Free street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet - ✓Accessible seating ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the restaurant before you travel, especially for access needs. ## About Clachan Grill Clachan Grill is a bar and grill on Bridge Square in Ballater, serving lunch and dinner alongside coffee, beer, wine and cocktails. The menu includes steaks, ox cheek and vegetarian dishes, with a children's menu available. Sunday roast and sticky toffee pudding are among the offerings. Outdoor seating is provided, and the venue takes bookings and welcomes groups and families with children. Dogs are permitted, and the kitchen handles allergies with care. Staff are noted for attentive service. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Clachan Grill's own website](http://www.clachangrill.com/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). 🥪 Lunch 🍽️ Dinner ☕ Coffee 🍺 Beer 🍷 Wine 🍸 Cocktails 🍰 Dessert menu 🥦 Vegetarian options 🌤️ Outdoor seating 🍽️ Kids menu 🍴 Dine-in ## Opening hours **Monday** Closed **Tuesday** Closed **Wednesday** 1:00 – 3:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM **Thursday** 1:00 – 3:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM **Friday** 1:00 – 3:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM **Saturday** 1:00 – 3:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM **Sunday** 12:00 – 7:30 PM ## What's nearby - Ballater Hostel next door - Alexandra Hotel next door - Balmoral Arms 150m away - Highland 200m away - The Bothy Ballater 200m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners like this restaurant's delicious food, especially the Sunday roast, steak, ox cheek, and sticky toffee pudding. They also highlight the cozy atmosphere, often featuring a fireplace, and the friendly, attentive service. Guests mention the restaurant is dog-friendly and accommodates allergies well. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.6 / 5 (490 reviews) **Price level** ££ **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** Pass **Destination** Ballater Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1004255). [More restaurants in Ballater](https://staycation.co.uk/ballater/restaurants) ★ 4.6 (490 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £20 – £60 [Visit official website](http://www.clachangrill.com/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [01339 755999](tel:01339755999) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Ballater **Plus Code** 9C9R2XX6+8X ### 🏨 Places to stay near Ballater Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DBallater%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/ballater/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/ballater/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Clachan Grill? Clachan Grill is open Mon–Tue closed; Wed–Sat 1pm–3:30pm, 5pm–8:30pm; Sun 12pm–7:30pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Clachan Grill any good? Clachan Grill is rated 4.6 out of 5 from 490 Google reviews. ### Is Clachan Grill good for children? Yes, Clachan Grill is listed as good for children. There is a children's menu. ### Can you book a table at Clachan Grill? Yes, Clachan Grill takes reservations. ### Does Clachan Grill have vegetarian options? Yes, Clachan Grill serves vegetarian food. ### Does Clachan Grill have outdoor seating? Yes, there is outdoor seating. ### Is Clachan Grill wheelchair accessible? Clachan Grill has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### Is there parking at Clachan Grill? Yes: free car park and free street parking. ### How do I contact Clachan Grill? Call Clachan Grill on +44 1339 755999. ## More near Clachan Grill ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [The Alexandra Hotel ★ 4.5 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/ballater/hotels/alexandra-hotel-ballater) - [The Green Inn Rooms ★ 4.4 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/ballater/hotels/the-green-inn-rooms) - [Balmoral Arms ★ 4.1 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/ballater/hotels/balmoral-arms) - [The Gordon Guest House ★ 4.9 · 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ballater/hotels/the-gordon-guest-house) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [The Monaltrie next door](https://staycation.co.uk/aberdeenshire/cottages/the-monaltrie-uk41609) - [Crachan Ballater ★ 4.6 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/aberdeenshire/cottages/crachan-ballater-uk52258) - [Logiemar Cottage next door](https://staycation.co.uk/aberdeenshire/cottages/logiemar-cottage-uk42728) - [Westwood ★ 4.5 · 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/aberdeenshire/cottages/westwood-syk989445) ### Campsites nearby - [Ballater Caravan Park ★ 4.8 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ballater/camping/ballater-caravan-park) - [Howe of Torbeg ★ 4.9 · 4.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ballater/camping/howe-of-torbeg) - [Firbank Park Certificated Location ★ 4.9 · 5.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/aboyne/camping/firbank-park-certificated-location) - [Firbank Park ★ 4.9 · 5.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ballater/camping/firbank-park) ### Things to do nearby - [Muir of Dinnet ★ 4.8 · 4.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/aboyne/attractions/muir-of-dinnet) - [Balmoral Castle ★ 4.3 · 7.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ballater/attractions/balmoral-castle) - [Belwade Farm World Horse Welfare ★ 4.7 · 11.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/aboyne/attractions/belwade-farm-world-horse-welfare) - [Deeside Activity Park ★ 4.6 · 12.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/aboyne/attractions/deeside-activity-park)