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Hidden away in the woodland of Aberdeens Grandholm estate, Riverside is a perfect setting for your next event. 

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Hidden away in the woodland of Aberdeens Grandholm estate, Riverside is a perfect setting for your next event. 

Events at Riverside

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Our History

Funeral teas

Our History

Since Riverside Cafe and Bar opened its doors in 2018, we have had a very bumpy journey; originally starting as a family cafe bar, we have now dedicated our efforts to focusing on customers looking to hold special events. Lauren and Shelly have hosted countless memorable events for our clients and guests, including weddings and even funer

Since Riverside Cafe and Bar opened its doors in 2018, we have had a very bumpy journey; originally starting as a family cafe bar, we have now dedicated our efforts to focusing on customers looking to hold special events. Lauren and Shelly have hosted countless memorable events for our clients and guests, including weddings and even funeral teas, producing glowing reviews. They achieve this by working closely with all of our clients to ensure that the essential details are all taken care of, no matter how small. Our goal is to continue providing the same excellent service for years to come.

A joyful wedding celebration with guests cheering outdoors.

Weddings

Funeral teas

Our History

Due to our success, our popularity for weddings has grown at our riverside cafe and bar. Each wedding we host is unique and personal for each couple, ensuring that no detail is too small and no request is too much trouble. Lauren,  owner and dedicated events coordinator, guides our couples through every aspect of their special day, from t

Due to our success, our popularity for weddings has grown at our riverside cafe and bar. Each wedding we host is unique and personal for each couple, ensuring that no detail is too small and no request is too much trouble. Lauren,  owner and dedicated events coordinator, guides our couples through every aspect of their special day, from their first meeting to their final farewell into married life. Additionally, we also cater to events such as funeral teas, providing a compassionate setting for those difficult moments.

Elegant floral centerpiece with white candles on a wedding table.

Funeral teas

Funeral teas

Our facilities

At our riverside cafe and bar, we are dedicated to making end-of-life celebrations as easy as possible for families during difficult times. Our funeral tea options start at £9.50 per person and include tea, coffee, biscuits, sandwiches, and sausage rolls. You can choose from a selection of hot dishes to warm and comfort your guests follow

At our riverside cafe and bar, we are dedicated to making end-of-life celebrations as easy as possible for families during difficult times. Our funeral tea options start at £9.50 per person and include tea, coffee, biscuits, sandwiches, and sausage rolls. You can choose from a selection of hot dishes to warm and comfort your guests following a funeral service that concludes outdoors. We offer hearty homemade soups, warm rolls, or stovies with oat cakes and beetroot. If you prefer something sweet, we can provide a selection of scones and cakes to accompany your funeral tea. Don't hesitate to get in touch with us for a tour of the venue, where we can discuss these options for your events, including weddings, when you visit.

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Our facilities

Our facilities

Our facilities

Our venue is fully equipped to host a variety of events, including Weddings and even a thoughtful funeral tea. You are also welcome to use external vendors for any specific needs you may have. All you need to bring are celebration cakes and yourselves! From decorations to sound systems, we have everything available at our riverside cafe a

Our venue is fully equipped to host a variety of events, including Weddings and even a thoughtful funeral tea. You are also welcome to use external vendors for any specific needs you may have. All you need to bring are celebration cakes and yourselves! From decorations to sound systems, we have everything available at our riverside cafe and bar, and it is included in our room hire charges, which are detailed in our price guide accessible from the dropdown menu at the top of this page.

Elegant dining setup with chaivari chairs and floral centerpieces.

Food and drink

Our facilities

Food and drink

Our resident head chef, George Bennett, brings over 40 years of experience to our riverside cafe and bar, expertly catering to all our weddings and events from our professional kitchen. He offers a variety of catering styles, from hearty Scottish cuisine to elegant A la Carte menus. For those looking to host a unique funeral tea, Shelly, 

Our resident head chef, George Bennett, brings over 40 years of experience to our riverside cafe and bar, expertly catering to all our weddings and events from our professional kitchen. He offers a variety of catering styles, from hearty Scottish cuisine to elegant A la Carte menus. For those looking to host a unique funeral tea, Shelly, our food and beverage manager, will collaborate with you to create personalized menus and discuss all catering needs for your events.

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Any occasion

Our facilities

Food and drink

Riverside Cafe and Bar is fully licensed for all events, including Weddings, funeral teas, birthdays, school proms, baby showers, live performances, sporting events, quiz nights, and charity fundraisers. We believe that planning events should be easy. At Riverside Cafe Bar, our resident team will handle all the hard work for you, so all you have to do is show up and enjoy the fun.

Message from us

Congratulations to Lisa and Adam
Married at Riverside in March ❤️

Let our pictures do the talking for us, every one is from a real wedding or event hosted at Riverside.

Since Riverside Cafe and Bar opened its doors in 2018, we have had a very bumpy journey; originally starting as a family cafe bar, we have now dedicated our efforts to focusing on customers looking to hold special events. Lauren and Shelly have hosted countless memorable events for our clients and guests, including weddings and even funeral teas, producing glowing reviews. They achieve this by working closely with all of our clients to ensure that the essential details are all taken care of, no matter how small. Our goal is to continue providing the same excellent service for years to come.

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We love our customers at our riverside cafe and bar, so feel free to visit during normal business hours. Whether you're stopping by for a casual drink or planning special events like weddings or funeral tea, we welcome you to join us. Our hours are as follows: Friday, 5pm - 1am; Saturday, 11am - 1am; Sunday, 11am - 7pm.

Riverside Cafe Bar & Restaurant

Burnside Drive, Aberdeen, AB21 0HW, United Kingdom

Duty Manager 07488263478 available daily 10am-10pm

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The venue is available for events of any kind 7 days a week 9am - 12midnight

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