Old Firestation - Menu

On our final day in Tomintoul, we decided (6 adults and 2 children) to chance here for a ‘lite bite’ for lunch. It was an experience we shall never forget! We w... read more On our final day in Tomintoul, we decided (6 adults and 2 children) to chance here for a ‘lite bite’ for lunch. It was an experience we shall never forget! We were aware that the menu was ‘simple’ and ‘short’ yet the bacon rolls, pancakes and lemon drizzle cake were tasty. The cafe was pristine clean. However the behaviour of the lady taking the orders can only be described as scary! Her snappy, rude and at times bullying manner is ill suited to front house duties. She shouted and demanded orders be made quickly. It was evident that the two gentlemen working the kitchen were embarrassed by her behaviour and attitude towards by visiting customers! We watched several potential diners decided against the Old Fire Station having received a similar welcome’. The teen with us felt so pressured to make a decision for lunch that she opted not to eat! Her dad realising this ordered pancakes and ice cream (some 15mins after the initial order). The pancakes were efficiently delivered by one of the men. The lady was heard to insist that she had repeatedly asked if we had finished ordering! While we tried to see the funny side of the experience and we giggled amongst ourselves, this reception is damaging to The Old Fire Station and to those colleagues who were efficient in their role, courteous and helpful. What a shame!!

On a scorching afternoon, we decided to drop by the restaurant just half an hour before it closed to grab a drink. The staff was incredibly friendly and engaged... read more On a scorching afternoon, we decided to drop by the restaurant just half an hour before it closed to grab a drink. The staff was incredibly friendly and engaged with my son, who is fascinated with firefighters. They even brought down helmets for him to try on and shared stories about the building's history as a former fire station. The cafe was filled with captivating photos, uniforms, and equipment, and we were delighted to find fire engine toys to entertain my son as well.