Welcome to The Carron
The Carron Art Deco Restaurant in the northeast town of Stonehaven,
15 miles south of Aberdeen, offers diners contemporary cuisine in a stylish
restaurant that exudes 1930’s sophistication. The Carron Restaurant
is one of the UK’s finest examples of Art Deco design. Its
light and airy atmosphere provides a stunning venue to enjoy a wide-ranging
menu that will suit all tastes.
Dining at the Carron
Treat someone special to a romantic dinner, see our Valentine's Day
menu
The lunch and evening meal menus take full advantage of quality Scottish
produce from local suppliers. Guests can choose from à la Carte
dining featuring ‘daily specials’ or from a choice of lighter
lunch dishes. There are healthy children’s meals and high chairs
are available.
On warm days or evenings, guests can relax and dine on the unique Art
Deco terrace overlooking the tranquil sunken garden, described in the
Sunday Herald as “one of the UK’s finest al fresco dining
venues”.
If you are looking for an ‘outstanding dining experience’ (‘Scotland
the Best 2006’ published by Collins), The Carron Art Deco Restaurant
will make a lasting impression. Its historical elegance, extensive menu
prepared by expert chefs and friendly service make this one of Aberdeenshire’s
most popular restaurants.
Picasso Mystery Mirror
One of the first things you notice on arrival at The Carron is the
stunning centrepiece – a 9ft mirror etched with a naked lady,
surrounded by thousands of tiny silver mosaic tiles. The origins of
the mirror, an extremely risqué piece of period art for the
1930s era, has mystified people ever since.
Rumour suggests that the mirror is a rare example of the work of Pablo
Picasso and Chef Proprietor Robert Cleaver is hoping to solve the mystery
once and for all. He has appealed to art experts to visit the premises and give
their verdict. Robert says “ It is not known how the mirror came
to hang in the building", but he says that the previous owner had it
insured for £150,000.
"It is quite exciting but if it is found to be a Picasso, as part of
a Grade A listed building, I would not be able to take it down and
sell it”.
Even after all these years the mystery of the Mystic Lady continues
to intrigue guests of The Carron Restaurant.
Looking for a thoughful gift?
Gift Vouchers available in any denomination and redeemable at either
The Carron or the Tolbooth Restaurants make a welcome gift for any
occasion. Phone 01569 760460 for further details.
