The Illicit Still: Guest Row, Aberdeen

AFTER a hard day, there was no better remedy than meeting up with friends for some wholesome food.

So the cosy intimacy of the Illicit Still seemed perfect. Kristen, Meesh and I found a table at the back and studied the menu.

We opted to share nachos (£4.45) with added guacamole (50p) for a starter.

The mountain of cheese, toasted chips and dollop of sour cream were full of flavour.

However, the tangy salsa had an artificial aftertaste that was a little disappointing.

The huge portion was too big for the three of us, but we chowed our way through until there was almost nothing left.

Next I opted for Highland Chicken (£8.25). The mountain of steamed carrots, courgette and cauliflower were cooked to perfection and the chicken breast was succulent.

A bit more haggis wouldn’t have gone amiss in this tasty dish, though.

Meesh opted for the haddock supper (£7.95) although she wasn't prepared for the whale they brought out.

The beer batter was tasty and the fish was flaky, if a little bland. However, the caper salad made up for that.

Kristen opted for the vegetable fajitas (£6.95).

She was dazzled by the large selection of vegetables including water chestnuts, green beans and butternut squash.

However she did find the fajita dressing a little greasy.