Here’s our guide to eating and drinking in and around Aberfeldy, as well as a few suggestions for an overnight stay.
Glen Lyon Coffee Roasters
Unit 1 Aberfeldy Business Park, Dunkeld Road
Launched from a bothy in Highland Perthshire in 2011, B Corp-certified Glen Lyon Coffee Roasters now supplies specialty coffee to over 150 cafes, restaurants and delis across the UK.
The team has been based in Aberfeldy since 2014, at a roastery space which houses a cupping lab, retail and cafe area, and outside decking for seating and events.
Dewar’s of Aberfeldy
Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distillery
On the outskirts of Aberfeldy lies the home of Dewar’s whisky.
There, you can book in for a range of different tour experiences offering everything from a quick nip of whisky and a glimpse into the story of Dewar’s to a ‘Dram of Your Dreams’ guided visit where you’ll be introduced to some of the team’s oldest and rarest expressions.
Be sure to factor in time for a bite to eat at the cafe or an Old Fashioned infused with Aberfeldy 12-year-old to round off the visit.
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Iain Burnett Highland ChocolatierÂ
The Chocolate Lounge, GrandtullyÂ
Master chocolatier Iain Burnett grew up on a Scottish Island before going on to hone his craft in culinary schools across France, Belgium and Switzerland.
A repeat winner of the ‘Best Truffle in the World’ title at the International Chocolate Awards, Burnett’s HQ is located in the village of Ballintaggart, not far from Aberfeldy, an area ‘renowned for its dairies, berries, honey, and natural beauty’.
Stop by the four-star visitor attraction for a perusal of the retail shop and the chance to take part in a guided tasting to learn more about the world of gourmet chocolate.
Thyme Deli
Errichel Farm
Described as the ‘worst kept secret amongst Perthshire’s foodies’, the Thyme Deli at Errichel Farm is kept well stocked with homemade and local produce as well as international favourites.
Expect a cheese counter full of interesting finds alongside Errichel-reared beef and ‘ready to heat’ frozen meals.
Book a table at the Thyme Bistro if you really want to make the most of your time at the farm, with a tempting selection of breakfast, brunch and lunch dishes.
Ferryman’s Inn
Taymouth Marina
Make a short journey from the market town of Aberfeldy for an evening of Lochside dining at the Taymouth Marina.
On the menu at the Ferryman’s Inn ‘gastro-bar’ are dishes including a seafood sharing platter of wood-fired king prawns, hot smoked salmon, mussels and calamari, Rotmell Farm grass-fed beef burgers or East Neuk haddock with triple cooked chips.
Fika
1 the Square, Aberfeldy
Although regular visitors to Aberfeldy might know this spot as the longtime home of Habitat Cafe, just this week its owners announced their plans to introduce a new dining concept inspired by ‘one of the most cherished customs in Swedish culture’.
They explain that once a day, Swedish people stop what they are doing to enjoy a coffee and cake with friends, colleagues or family.
After closing for a quick makeover, customers are invited to join the team for Fika from Saturday, November 16.
Three Lemons
32 Dunkeld Street, Aberfeldy
Whether you’re after lighter lunch options of filled ciabattas and nourishing salads or a heartier dinner menu of chargrilled burgers, steaks, and pan-fried fish of the day, all appetites are catered to at this family-friendly restaurant and bistro.
If you’re short on time, stop by for a takeaway order of wood-fired pizzas with options like ‘The Birks’ topped with Great Glen Charcuterie venison salami, hot honey and rocket leaves.
The Grandtully Hotel by Ballintaggart
Grandtully, near Aberfeldy
If you’ve made your way to Grandtully in search of chocolate treats from Iain Burnett, consider an overnight stay or at least a meal at The Grandtully Hotel from the team behind Ballintaggart Farm.
At the newly transformed eight-bedroom hotel, the rooms are ‘full of character and charm’ which adds to the ‘quality of a luxury hotel with the thoughtfulness and atmosphere of staying with friend’.
The Steading
Tullicro, Aberfeldy
For a tranquil Highland escape look no further than The Steading, located three miles outside of Aberfeldy.
This secluded home features four en-suite rooms complete with studio kitchens which are stocked with continental breakfasts to enjoy at your leisure.
Keep an eye out for Glen Lyon coffee to fill your in-room cafetiere as you nibble on a snack of homemade lemon shortbread.
The Townhouse
Breadalbane Terrace Aberfeldy
Built in the late 1890s, the Townhouse ‘mixes the old with the new’Â throughout its 15 rooms spread across three floors.
Situated right on the edge of the town centre, a stay here means you’re just a short walk away from all of the bars, cafes and shops Aberfeldy has to offer as well as the Birks Cinema.
