Reviews

Overall Total Score
3.8 out of 5
Very good | 887 reviews

What Houndwest doesn't like about Old Firestation:
First, I have to say my rating is not for the standard of food etc as we were unable to eat here. On a very wet lunchtime I asked if the cafe accepted dogs, whereupon I was very politely and apologetically told sorry, no. Of course it's the prerogative of the owners whether or not to allow dogs, but my point is this; Although it was peak lunchtime the cafe had no customers. It was pouring rain, no other tourists abou... View all feedback. What User likes about Old Firestation:
a very pleasant caffe in the tomintoul street, with an extensive menu. this perhaps seasonal opening, the caffe has good sitting outdoors, which is very helpful in the summer months when the caffe is really busy. the staff are very friendly and happy to give the tourist local advices. the food is served well and quickly. View all feedback.

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Tripadvisor
3.5 ★ from 193 reviews
Imogen
07.02.2024 - 12:11

This cafe is a must-visit, especially for their renowned bacon sandwiches. While it typically closes from the end of September to April, it is currently up for...

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Louise
07.02.2024 - 12:11

I have to admit I didn't expect much here. We had been on the road for hours and were hungry, looking for somewhere to grab a bite. We went to the Whiskey Lodge...

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0utlier
07.02.2024 - 12:11

We were dropped off just outside this place on a coach trip so we stayed for breakfast. Coffee was great, and we honestly had one of the best bacon sandwiches w...

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RuthLizzy
07.02.2024 - 12:11

Stopped here for a coffee on our way through. Staff were friendly but the coffee was mediocre at best and no dairy free options.

Bean
07.02.2024 - 12:11

The Old Fire Station in Tomintoul is lovely. The staff are helpful and friendly and its a great place to stop for tea and cake. There isn't a huge range but the...

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Menulist
4.8 ★ from 6 reviews

A very pleasant caffe in the tomintoul street, with an extensive menu. this perhaps seasonal opening, the caffe has good sitting outdoors, which is very helpful...

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Tasty saunas and excellent coffee with friendly service.

Great place to recover on an adventurous in the cairngorms; hearty eating, warm environment and very friendly service.

Had suppe as well as ice and speckrolle! it was great! many other restaurants were closed at 16:30 o'clock and the old fireplace tea room saved the day! we stop...

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Nice stop when heading over the hills. First time I ever stopped I had a bacon roll and they served it with a cheap'n'nasty spongy bun. I never went back. This...

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Facebookpag
4.3 ★ from 4 reviews
Lancelot
26.12.2023 - 18:27

Good bacon sandwiches. Always visit when in the area.

Eddie
26.12.2023 - 18:27

Every time i cycle through here i have to stop. The egg and bacon rolls and mugs of coffee are marvellous. As a retired Fireman , the decor brings back a few me...

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Graeme
26.12.2023 - 18:27

A nice place in a picturesque town. Nice coffee. I was embarrassed for their staff, to whom they were speaking in quite a condescending manner, in front of cust...

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Alisha
26.12.2023 - 18:27

Nice people and good coffee.

Yelp
5.0 ★ from 1 reviews
Jordan
26.12.2023 - 18:27

I had passed through Tomintoul the previous evening with little time to stop and all the restaurants were already closed so I determined to return the following...

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Facebook
4.0 ★ from 4 reviews
Google
4.0 ★ from 186 reviews
Gastroranking-uk
3.5 ★ from 160 reviews
Restaurantguru
3.5 ★ from 179 reviews
Int Restaurants
4.2 ★ from 377 reviews

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