The Forbes Arms Hotel

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   david

   Edinburgh

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 11 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Excellent food and service. Enough for 4 stars but the kindness and help given to elderly mother in law was above and beyond.
   

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   julie

   Aberdeen

   3 reviews

   4.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on 7 December 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   We were a group of 7. Food took 40 minutes to arrive which was only ok as we were busy talking so not too bothered. Otherwise it would have felt unacceptable. Food was nice. Hot, so obviously not been lying around despite the time taken. Stornoway trio starters were loved. Batter on fish was a bit too doughy. Turkey was very tender, roast beef too. Too little gravy on roast meals was a little irk. Choc orange cheesecake was enjoyed. Overall food was fine. Young waiting staff were polite and friendly. One annoyance was my husband making a point of seeking out staff while we waited on main courses (the only gentleman on shift was who he found), asking to have bill given to him specifically, and for gift vouchers purchase, and cost to be added to meal. The member of staff had disappeared by the end of our meal. Bill wasn’t directed to him, and no gift vouchers …. We didn’t chase up, their loss! We might go again, but would hope for speedier food service, and proper attention.
   

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3. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Inverness

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 23 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Enjoyed a lovely meal with friends on a cosy, comfortable restaurant
   

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   Alisha

   Aberdeen

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 17 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Absolutely brilliant meal. Servers were attentive and helpful as well as being fun and cheery.
   

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   William

   Aberdeen

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on 16 November 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Beautiful surroundings with good service and friendly staff.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Edinburgh

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on 3 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Lovely Sunday lunch!! Definitely recommend to anyone, will be back
   

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   Martin

   Aberdeen

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on 2 November 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Enjoyable evening out. Staff very helpful and friendly. Food was a touch disappointing though. Ordered the lamb and specifically asked if it would be cooked rare/pink. Was assured so. Unfortunately as feared, the lamb was overcooked by a country mile! Had I known I wouldn’t have ordered - that’s why I asked.
   

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   Alison

   London

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 31 October 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had a superb meal at the newly refurbished Forbes Arms. We got a very friendly welcome from the lovely lady on reception and our waiters looked after us so well in the restaurant. They were very attentive. The kids menu was perfect for our little one and portion size was just right. There is plenty of space in the restaurant and you don’t feel too close to anyone. We had the burger, duck, lamb and beef cheek followed by ice cream, sticky toffee pudding and pavlova. Our meals were beautifully presented and so tasty! Very fresh ingredients. The drinks menu is extensive and for the drivers it’s always nice to have some great non-alcoholic choices. We loved the decor and the vibe. Looking forward to returning soon!
   

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   barry

   Aberdeen

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 27 October 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great food with friendly staff. Will definitely be back
   

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    Steve

    London

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 20 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    A very nice restaurant, slightly spoiled by the food not being as good as other times we have been. We had the Sunday roast , I thought the Yorkshire puddings were a bit dry and the broccoli was not cooked. But other wise was ok. The menu is a bit limited on a Sunday. Service was excellent, ambience great. I wish you would allow tips to be put on the bill and could give them by card .
    

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