# The Shepherds Rest, Westhill — Reviews & Opening Hours > The Shepherds Rest — Pub in Westhill. Rated 4.2/5 from 1,272 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/westhill/restaurants/the-shepherds-rest (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Pub 🐾 Dogs Welcome # The Shepherds Rest Elrick, Westhill [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=1379453357755761440&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) **In short:** The Shepherds Rest is a pub in Westhill, rated 4.2 out of 5 from 1,272 Google reviews, with dogs welcome. Details checked 28 August 2026 · source: Google Places ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free car park ### 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 The Shepherds Rest The Shepherds Rest is a pub on Straik Road in Elrick, Westhill. It serves beer, wine and cocktails, and offers dine-in, takeaway and outdoor seating. The venue welcomes children, groups and dogs, and takes bookings. Diners report hearty food including steak pie, Katsu chicken and Sunday roast. Staff are noted as friendly and attentive. Service can be slow at times. The pub holds a Google rating of 4.2 from 1272 reviews. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [The Shepherds Rest's own website](https://www.belhaven.co.uk/pubs/aberdeenshire/shepherds-rest?utm_source=g_places&utm_medium=locations&utm_campaign=HT_pubpage). 🍺 Beer 🍷 Wine 🍸 Cocktails 🌤️ Outdoor seating 🍴 Dine-in 🥡 Takeout ## Opening hours **Monday** 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Tuesday** 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Wednesday** 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Thursday** 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Friday** 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Saturday** 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Sunday** 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM ### Kitchen hours **Monday** 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM **Tuesday** 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM **Wednesday** 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM **Thursday** 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM **Friday** 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM **Saturday** 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM **Sunday** 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM ## What's nearby - Premier Inn Aberdeen (Westhill) hotel next door - Scottish Water 150m away - Arnhall Nature Reserve 150m away - Kinnons Garage, Westhill 200m away - Costco Aberdeen 350m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners like this restaurant's delicious and hearty food, with many recommending the steak pie, Katsu chicken, and Sunday roast. They also highlight the friendly and attentive staff, good value, and pleasant atmosphere. Some reviews mention the service can be slow. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.2 / 5 (1,272 reviews) **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** Pass **Destination** Westhill Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/78188). [More restaurants in Westhill](https://staycation.co.uk/westhill/restaurants) ★ 4.2 (1,272 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.belhaven.co.uk/pubs/aberdeenshire/shepherds-rest?utm_source=g_places&utm_medium=locations&utm_campaign=HT_pubpage) [01224 740208](tel:01224740208) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Westhill **Plus Code** 9C9V4PXC+WQ ### 🏨 Places to stay near Westhill 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%3DWesthill%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/westhill/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/westhill/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of The Shepherds Rest? The Shepherds Rest is open Mon–Fri 7am–11pm; Sat 8am–11pm; Sun 8am–10pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is The Shepherds Rest any good? The Shepherds Rest is rated 4.2 out of 5 from 1,272 Google reviews. ### Is The Shepherds Rest dog-friendly? Yes, dogs are allowed at The Shepherds Rest. ### Is The Shepherds Rest good for children? Yes, The Shepherds Rest is listed as good for children. ### Can you book a table at The Shepherds Rest? Yes, The Shepherds Rest takes reservations. ### Does The Shepherds Rest have outdoor seating? Yes, there is outdoor seating. ### Is The Shepherds Rest wheelchair accessible? The Shepherds Rest has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### Is there parking at The Shepherds Rest? Yes: free car park. ### How do I contact The Shepherds Rest? Call The Shepherds Rest on +44 1224 740208. ## More near The Shepherds Rest ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [Premier Inn Aberdeen Westhill ★ 4.2 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/aberdeen/hotels/premier-inn-aberdeen-westhill) - [Holiday Inn Aberdeen West ★ 4.2 · 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/aberdeen/hotels/holiday-inn-aberdeen-west) - [Hampton By Hilton Aberdeen Westhill ★ 4.2 · 0.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/westhill/hotels/hampton-by-hilton-aberdeen-westhill) - [Village Hotel Aberdeen ★ 4.2 · 2.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/aberdeen/hotels/village-hotel-aberdeen) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [The Lodge 3.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/aberdeenshire/cottages/the-lodge-syk1142738) - [Boat House 4.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/aberdeenshire/cottages/boat-house-syk1080119) - [Skene House Court 4.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/aberdeenshire/cottages/skene-house-court-uk31131) - [Courtyard Cottage - Drum Castle 4.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/aberdeenshire/cottages/courtyard-cottage-drum-castle-syk1060438) ### Campsites nearby - [Deeside Holiday Park ★ 4.6 · 4.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/aberdeen/camping/deeside-holiday-park) - [Hillhead Caravan Park ★ 4.1 · 6.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/aberdeen/camping/hillhead-caravan-park) - [Silverbank Caravan Park ★ 4.7 · 9.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/aberdeen/camping/silverbank-caravan-park-banchory) - [Silverbank Caravan and Motorhome Club Site ★ 4.7 · 9.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/banchory/camping/silverbank-caravan-and-motorhome-club-site) ### Things to do nearby - [Wynford Farm Park ★ 4.5 · 1.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/aberdeen/attractions/wynford-farm-park) - [Hayfield Equestrian Centre ★ 4.6 · 3.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/aberdeen/attractions/hayfield-equestrian-centre) - [Hazlehead Park ★ 4.6 · 3.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/aberdeen/attractions/hazlehead-park) - [Drum Castle- Garden and Estate Aberdeen ★ 4.6 · 4.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/banchory/attractions/drum-castle-garden-and-estate-aberdeen)