Bakeries in Aberdeen
Aberdeen has 49 bakeries on our map, with the biggest clusters in City Centre, Gilcomston, West End and Aberdeen Centre. Hover a bakery to spot it on the map, or tap Route for directions.
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Dobbies Garden World - Restaurant & Bakery
New Park Farm, Lang Stracht, Whitemyres, Sheddocksley AB15 6XH
The baking story of Aberdeen
Ask for a rowie almost anywhere else in Britain and you may get a blank look, but in Aberdeen the flat, salty, flaky roll — also called a buttery or an Aberdeen roll — is a breakfast institution. Its rich, laminated dough is often said to have been developed for the north-east fishing fleet, because all that fat kept it edible during long days at sea. Toasted and spread with butter or jam, it is the Granite City's answer to the croissant, though far less dainty. Local bakers sell it alongside oatcakes, morning rolls and Scotch pies, and the farmland of Aberdeenshire, with its oats, barley and dairy herds, keeps the raw ingredients close to home. Butteries are an everyday food here rather than a novelty — which is exactly why they are worth seeking out.
Local bakes to look out for
- Rowie (buttery) – A flattened, flaky, salty roll made with plenty of fat, best eaten warm with butter or jam.
- Scottish oatcake – A crisp, savoury oat biscuit, the traditional partner for cheese across the north-east.
- Scotch pie – A small round hot-water-crust pie filled with peppery minced mutton or beef.
Bakery hunter's tip: Butteries sell out early, so visit a high-street bakery first thing in the morning — and if you take some home, toast them lightly before eating.
Did you know? The Aberdeen Angus breed of cattle was developed in the 19th century from the hornless native cattle of Aberdeenshire and Angus.
Bakery types in Aberdeen
| Type | Bakeries | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Traditional Bakers | 20 | 41% |
| Cake Shops | 18 | 37% |
| Patisseries | 6 | 12% |
| Bakery Cafés | 6 | 12% |
| Sourdough Bakeries | 3 | 6% |
| Celebration Cake Makers | 2 | 4% |
| Vegan Bakeries | 2 | 4% |
| Cookie Shops | 2 | 4% |
| Artisan Bakeries | 1 | 2% |
| Halal Bakeries | 1 | 2% |
Early birds: first bakeries to open
| Bakery | Area | Opens from |
|---|---|---|
| Greenfern Bakery | Mastrick | 6am |
| The Tartan Pig | Ferryhill | 8am |
| The Cult of Coffee | Gilcomston | 8:30am |
| The Liberty Kitchen | Tillydrone | 9am |
| Bandit Bakery | Gilcomston | 9am |
Aberdeen at a glance
| Bakeries listed | 49 |
|---|---|
| Busiest area | City Centre (5) |
| With published hours | 5 |
| Open on Sundays | 5 of 5 |
| Hygiene rated | 37 (70% top rated) |
| Nation | Scotland |
| Local time | Sun 4 Oct, 03:59 |
Bakeries in Aberdeen: FAQs
How many bakeries are there in Aberdeen?
We currently list 49 bakeries in Aberdeen, across 26 areas including City Centre, Gilcomston and West End. The list includes independent bakeries, cake shops, patisseries and chain branches.
Which bakery opens earliest in Aberdeen?
Greenfern Bakery has the earliest published opening time at 6am. Opening times can vary by day, so check the bakery's page for the full week.
Are bakeries in Aberdeen open on Sundays?
Of the 5 bakeries with published hours, 5 open on Sundays. Each listing shows a live open or closed badge based on UK time.
Do Aberdeen bakeries have good hygiene ratings?
26 of the 37 bakeries with a published inspection result hold a top rating (4–5, or Pass in Scotland). Ratings come from the Food Standards Agency register.
What kind of bakeries can I find in Aberdeen?
The most common type is traditional bakers (20), followed by cake shops, patisseries and bakery cafés.