The Prince of Wales
About
Pubs
Price Range : Under $10 (££)
Location
Adress: 7 St. Nicholas Ln, Aberdeen, AB10 1HF
Phone: +44 1224 640597
Business info
- groupGood for GroupsYes
- volume_upNoise LevelAverage
- local_barAlcoholBeer & Wine Only
- turned_in_notGood For Happy HourYes
- transit_enterexitOutdoor SeatingNo
- tvHas TVNo
Reviews
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tim p.
The fish and chips and mashie peas were outstanding. The service and staff impeccable. Apple maps did not get me there, but after we found it, we came back. Loce Aberdeen, but this place is Special.
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Chelce R.
Definitely a pub! When we went it was completely packed. A nice couple shared their table with us. We didn't get to try the food, but I definitely got more of a "happy hour" feeling from the place. Apparently, a very popular local spot!
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Morgan And Kyrsten J.
Stopped in on a Friday night. There were available tables at 730pm, along with a number of dinner deals. The food was alright - we got the chicken trio burger and balmoral burger. They came out lukewarm, but certainly edible and tasty (we were starving). The burgers came with an add on beer for 1.50. Can't complain about that. Run of the mill pub food without a long wait.
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Colin H.
A fantastic find. One of Aberdeen's institutions, it was busy even on a Saturday lunchtime. Beers were great, plenty of people eating and the atmosphere was just right. We went back in the evening and although busier, it was still spotless and had a good vibe. Recommended!
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Paul D.
This is my favorite pub in Aberdeen, or anywhere, hands down. Built in the 1850's, they have the longest bar in Scotland that goes the length of the right side. You can grab a seat at the bar, or find a quit seat in a nook or cranny. Some may say the bar is a little bland, there really is not a lot of stuff cluttering up the walls. Just a few brewery signs. No TV, unless they pull out one for an important match.
You order food and beer at the bar. If you have food, the bartender gives you a ticket, and you walk to the back. The cook takes your order, and it is out in about five minutes. Overall, this place has very good serivce that is knowledgeable and quick. The food is decent, mostly smaller bites. Though lately the menu resembles more and more that of other Belhaven/Green King owned pubs. Anyway, the curry is always good.
OK, enough of that. This place is known for their cask ales. About 8 hand pumps. All rotate except their own Prince of Wales Ale (which I think is just Ossian, but I have never been able to confirm that). This has always been a Belhaven owned pub, but since the acquisition to Green King I have noticed many more GK casks on offer. Still always an excellent and rotating selection. Other than that, always rotating between Inveralmond, Harvestown, JW Lees, Tim Taylor, PG Steam, ext, ext. I think I read over 500 in the last few years. Which tells me people here really support Real Ale, and are able to turn over casks properly. The cellarmanship of the casks are always top notch. The quality here can not be beat. They know cask, period. Not to mention an excellent Scotch selection, maybe second only to the Grill in Aberdeen.
The clientele here is very diverse. You will be next to people drinking port, whiskey, Real Ale, or macro lagers like Tennents (with the stereotypical people for each respected drink). Everybody mingles, and is an awesome place to visit. A true Scottish pub, and a gem.