The Ploughman

The Ploughman is an independent family-run British gastropub and traditional Scottish restaurant in Peterculter. An institution in the village for decades, it serves wholesome local food and freshly caught North Sea seafood. It was awarded TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice 2023 and praised in the Scottish Parliament. Diners give it 4.5/5 on Google from hundreds of reviews. The Press and Journal reviewed it in 2025, noting its status as a community favourite with excellent service scores. Food is served all day every day from 12 noon through theploughman.co.uk.

The gastropub kitchen prepares classic dishes with North East Scottish influences. Examples from the menu include the carved roast of the day with lashings of gravy and tatties, traditional liver and onions, fresh North Sea haddock, homemade smash burgers and steak pie, plus Scottish salmon and seasonal moules marinière. Collection and delivery options are available for those preferring to enjoy the food at home alongside the popular bar and restaurant offering with tartan touches and a well-stocked bar.