Musa

4.1 (43)

£25 and under

Fusion / Eclectic

33 Exchange Street, Aberdeen, AB11 6PH

About this restaurant

Innovative
Romantic
Good for special occasions

Musa is a restaurant, art gallery and live music venue in the merchant quarter of old Aberdeen.
It is a haven from conformity and the mundane, where fresh and contemporary food, cutting edge art and live music blend together against the canvas of a 19th century church. Our eclectic menu fuses world inspired cuisine with quirky interpretations of Scottish staples. We fiercely advocate an artisanal, old world approach to food, focussing on local produce from small Scottish suppliers. We serve food throughout the day and dinner starts from 5:30PM, we have a new contemporary art exhibition every 2 months and feature live music at the weekends. Book your table now.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Fusion / Eclectic, Scottish
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Sat 10:30 am–5:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Website
http://www.musaaberdeen.com/
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Andrew Gray

Location
33 Exchange Street, Aberdeen, AB11 6PH
Neighborhood
Aberdeen
Parking details
None
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Entertainment, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Soup of the Day£5.00
with Crusty Bread
Aberdeenshire Haggis Spring Roll£7.00
Tomato & Chilli Jam
Hebridean Peat Smoked Bradan Rost£7.50
Smoked Herring Caviar Crème Fraiche
Baked Beetroot Humous£7.00
Warm Marinated Olives, Arran Oaties
Torry Smoked Haddock Fishcakes£7.00
Caper & Chive Sauce
Rabbit£7.50
Pink Grapefruit & Radish, Elvis Syrup

Mains

'Elchies of Aberlour' Goat Loin Fillet£25.00
Fondant Potato, Crispy Bacon, Onion Jus, Salsa Verde
Pan-Fried Juniper & Lemon Marinated Salmon Fillet£22.00
Polenta Cake, Tartare Garnish, Herb Oil
Musa Dry Matured Beef
Baked Heritage Potato, Spring Greens, Whisky & Peppercorn Sauce
- POA
North Sea Cod, Purple Sprouting Broccoli£20.00
Chillies, Almonds, Mull Cheddar & Chive Sauce
Kail & Ginger Falafel, Lemon Lyonnaise Potatoes£18.00
Broccoli, Peas, Broad Beans, Arran Mustard Vinaigrette
Balsamic Roasted Red Onion & Cherry Tomatoes£18.00
Grilled Asparagus, Baked Macaroni Cheese

Desserts

Pomegranate & Rose Syrup Rice Pudding£7.00
Ice Cream Float Vs Affogatto£9.00
see server
Rhubarb & Ginger 'Aberfeldy Oatmeal' Crumble£7.00
Mint Cranachan
Selection of 'Casa Di Gelato' Ice Creams & Sorbets£7.00
Kirsch Cherry Chocolate Cheesecake£7.50
Honeycomb
Gaelic Cheese£9.00
Quince, Chutney, Arran Oaties

Reviews

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4.1

(43)

4.2Food
4.4Service
4.2Ambience
4.0Value

Noise • Moderate

43 Reviews

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PaulA
Aberdeen3 reviews
3.0
Dined on October 1, 2018
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
We found the food average and the alcohol prices extortionate. £14 a glass of wine (we found when we got the bill, the staff did not show us the wine list or advise us on price) is what I would expect to pay in a top class restaurant not somewhere that sells itself as a casual dining experience. And £5 for 330ml of alcohol free beer and £6 for a 330ml beer - really Brewdog?. The food was "different" but not particularly good. Costing upwards of £20 for a main course the options we chose (the strange caesar "salad" and the fish risotto) were disappointing. The salad was a bit weird and the fish was overcooked or two smoky and the risotto had no salt in it. We went on a Monday to join the open mic session but with prices like this we wont be going back again. And I'd question whether many others will with alcohol prices like this.
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Recommended
Aberdeen6 reviews
2.0
Dined on September 28, 2018
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The interior is pleasant as were staff. Main course was lukewarm; staff did apologise and reheat, but vegetables came back slightly mushy. No reduction was offered. Despite being asked, we couldn't get smaller (125mls) wine measures, only 175mls and 250mls, a bit uncivilised for an upmarket restaurant. While dietary guidance was very good on starters and mains, there was none on desserts. Overall, a mediocre dining experience. particularly at the price.
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JohnN
Aberdeen1 review
4.0
Dined on September 28, 2018
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The food at Musa was fantastic. Best overall meal we have had in Aberdeen.
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Lilymaymunro
London1 review
5.0
Dined on September 25, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This is the second times Iv been for lunch in a couple of weeks The food is always great and the place itself is very interesting to look at My one and only grip is that I have been before in the evening a few times and it’s had time to heat up but both times Iv been in for lunch I have been very cold I appreciate it’s an old building it’s just a wee not as both myself and my guests have been chilly when we have had lunch Other than this it is outstanding and the food is delicious!
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Dabbo14
Inverness1 review
3.0
Dined on September 22, 2018
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Poor vegetarian choice All gins priced at £9 regardless of garnish,tonic etc, not appropriate garnish, served Hendricks with grapefruit, for a bar that promotes gin tasting the correct garnish should be essential. Main course was disappointing for the price
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HannahN
New York City1 review
1.0
Dined on September 22, 2018
1. Overall 1
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 1
Love coming to Musa. Great food and service but on my last visit my partner and I were very cold so much so had to cut short our dinner. Such a shame.
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CalWineGirl Gold
Los Angeles85 reviews
4.0
Dined on September 15, 2018
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We were in Aberdeen for a weekend and decided to try Musa. We shared a salad with herbed goat cheese and cheese tart. Both were very good. For dinner we had the Cod with Risotto, and Lamb with potatoes. Both were very good and nice portions. Wine list has some good selections by the glass and limited but decent bottle selection. There was a large party so our dinners were slightly delayed; however, the chef sent over another appetizer (haggis spring rolls -- which were delicious). Our waitress was very nice and attentive. Also they had a wonderful jazz singer / band so that was nice. The ambience is a little bar like, and the lighting could be a little dimmer, but overall it's a wonderful restaurant and I would definitely recommend for a delicious and interesting meal when you're in Aberdeen.
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NeilM
San Francisco2 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 14, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
we had an American Waitress who was delightful, great wine too
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MikeN
Austin14 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 10, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Second time here. Food is always amazing and drinks are fantastic. It’s a must when we visit Aberdeen.
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JenniferW
Aberdeen3 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 8, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Been to Musa many times, always great food and great service - loved our table upstairs overlooking the bar and watching live musicians was fantastic.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Fusion / Eclectic, Scottish
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Sat 10:30 am–5:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Website
http://www.musaaberdeen.com/
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Andrew Gray

Location
33 Exchange Street, Aberdeen, AB11 6PH
Neighborhood
Aberdeen
Parking details
None
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Entertainment, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Musa

About this restaurant

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Menu

Starters

Soup of the Day£5.00

Aberdeenshire Haggis Spring Roll£7.00

Hebridean Peat Smoked Bradan Rost£7.50

Baked Beetroot Humous£7.00

Torry Smoked Haddock Fishcakes£7.00

Rabbit£7.50

Mains

'Elchies of Aberlour' Goat Loin Fillet£25.00

Pan-Fried Juniper & Lemon Marinated Salmon Fillet£22.00

Musa Dry Matured Beef

North Sea Cod, Purple Sprouting Broccoli£20.00

Kail & Ginger Falafel, Lemon Lyonnaise Potatoes£18.00

Balsamic Roasted Red Onion & Cherry Tomatoes£18.00

Desserts

Pomegranate & Rose Syrup Rice Pudding£7.00

Ice Cream Float Vs Affogatto£9.00

Rhubarb & Ginger 'Aberfeldy Oatmeal' Crumble£7.00

Selection of 'Casa Di Gelato' Ice Creams & Sorbets£7.00

Kirsch Cherry Chocolate Cheesecake£7.50

Gaelic Cheese£9.00

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