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Nine Aberdeen restaurants you used to love that aren’t there anymore

Some of Aberdeen's favourite restaurants have been forced to close in recent years
Some of Aberdeen's favourite restaurants have been forced to close in recent years

Last month, the owner of one of Aberdeen’s most popular restaurants announced that they had been forced to close following the downturn in oil prices.

Stephen Dillon, owner of The Prime Cuts, said midweek trade had been “non-existent” since the beginning of 2016.

The closure is just one of a number of iconic Aberdeen restaurants that have shut up shop over the years.

Here are nine of our favourites…

1) The Prime Cuts

MLP_4825The closure that spawned an article. The restaurant closed its doors in March after nine years of service.

The restaurant’s website currently describes the business as in “hibernation” but there is no official re-opening date given and the future of the restaurant will likely depend on the state of the oil marker going forward.

The restaurant was inspired by New-York style steakhouses and specialised in steak and Lobster.

It closed its doors after nearly ten years of service.

2) Victoria Restaurant

The Granite Mile The story of Aberdeen's Union Street p.76 by Diane Morgan A close up of the same view in 1963. The Victoria Restaurant, a popular rendezvous which opened in the mid-fifties, has replaced the Aberdeen Hotel. Jamieson & Carry, jewellers, is below, and in the foreground is a glimpse of the south side of Union Street before the shops went up. Right of the bus, just visible, emerging from Belmont Street (traffic on the bridge is single line, and buses have been re-routed) is the tall building which initially included the Archibald Simpson office. It was rebuilt after the fire of 1826, a "twin" has been added, and the group expanded to the east. This block now numbers Nos 122 1/2-132 and currently includes Symington's/Reed Employment and O'Brian's/McColls. Irene Adair Fashions and Munros Tourist Agency were located here in modern times. Opposite the bus, extreme right are, No 122 James Allan/Mothercare and the former Queens Cinema. Aberdeen Journals Ltd 12.9.1963

A true icon of Aberdeen’s Union Street. Victoria Restaurant, which shared a building with jeweller Jamieson, closed its doors in 2015 after 60 years of service.

Managers Gillian and Gordon Harold operated the premises for 18 years before deciding to close and spend more time with their family.

3) The Beautiful Mountain

The Beautiful Mountain restaurant in Aberdeen

The restaurant closed in March 2015 after 15 years of serving the public.

Management made the announcement on their Facebook page, sparking a wave of tributes from regulars.

In the post, they said: “So, a sad day today. Today we announce that on the 31st March 2015 after 15 years of mostly highs, with a few lows thrown in- the beautiful mountain will close its doors for good.

“Thanks to all the wonderful people that we have had the pleasure of working with over the years and to all our customers past and present.”

4) Cammies Restaurant

Cammies restaurant

Popular eatery Cammies shut up shop in May 2015 to make way for affordable flats to be created.

Building plans were left in limbo for a number of months and councillors did hope at one point that the establishment could be re-opened.

Unfortunately, the fate of Cammies has now been sealed and it looks as if the popular restaurant will remain only a happy memory.

5) The Stage Door

10914975_904330699609408_6358540988387628184_oThe Stage Door closed in May last year with the owners moving on to a new venture.

The restaurant ran for 18 years, attracting many loyal customer and fans – many of whom can now be found frequenting the patrons’ newly reinvigorated Dizzy’s restaurant.

6) The Foyer Restaurant and Art Gallery

Crown Street Trinity Church, where The Foyer was based

The Foyer Restaurant and Art Gallery closed its doors on in January 2013 after the umbrella charity group, Aberdeen Foyer, took stock of their resources.

Bosses then made the difficult decision to close down the and focus funds on other projects in the city.

Profits from the restaurant were not invested back in the business, instead going to help the charity support disadvantaged young people through other projects, such as supported accommodation, learning, training and employability services.

The Foyer Restaurant had recently celebrated its 13th anniversary, having opened in 1999.

7) Gerard’s

Chapel Street, formerly home to Gerard's
Chapel Street, formerly home to Gerard’s

Opening in 1974, the reputation and popularity of Gerard’s remained at a constant high up until its closure.

Famed for its excellent French food and wine, Gerard’s was run by patron Gerard Fletcher, offering a relaxed atmosphere and stylish décor with a rustic twist.

8) The Courtyard

The Courtyard, Aberdeen

The Courtyard closed at the end of 2015 to make way for a new barbecue venture.

The restaurant, in Alford Place, held a final Hogmanay party before closing its doors for the final time.

9) Pappagallos

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Maggie’s Grill, which has taken over the Pappagallos property

Pappagallos, situated in Holburn Street, was an Aberdeen institution, developing something of a cult following.

A master in simple Italian cuisine, it was a favourite of students and families alike.

The bistro has now been replaced by Maggie’s Grill, which in itself has become one of the city’s most popular eateries.

Did we leave any out? Let us know in the comment section below.