Ninety‑Nine (99 Bar & Kitchen), Aberdeen
A cosy Back Wynd cocktail bar and kitchen serving inventive drinks and neighbourhood comfort plates in the heart of Aberdeen.
Ninety‑Nine is a relaxed neighbourhood cocktail bar and kitchen tucked into Back Wynd in Aberdeen city centre, known for inventive cocktails, a casually stylish interior and a menu of comfort plates and small plates inspired by New York neighbourhood flavours. It opens later in the week and serves drinks and meals in an intimate, lively setting popular for evening drinks and weekend socialising.
A brief summary to Ninety-Nine
- 1 Back Wynd, Aberdeen, AB10 1JN, GB
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- Duration: 1 to 3 hours
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Indoor
- Mobile reception: 4 out of 5
- Monday 5 pm-12 am
- Tuesday 5 pm-12 am
- Wednesday 5 pm-12 am
- Thursday 5 pm-12 am
- Friday 12 pm-1 am
- Saturday 12 pm-1 am
- Sunday 12 pm-12 am
Local tips
- Evenings, especially Friday–Sunday, are busiest — consider booking ahead for a table to avoid waiting.
- Try a signature cocktail and one of the share plates to experience how the drinks and food are paired.
- The atmosphere is snug; if you prefer quieter dining, visit Monday–Thursday evenings when it's calmer.
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Getting There
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Taxi or Rideshare
Taxi or rideshare from central Aberdeen typically takes 5–10 minutes depending on traffic; cars can drop off on nearby streets but lane access is narrow and may require a short walk over cobbled or uneven surfaces. Expect fares in the range of £4–£8 for short central trips (cash or card accepted).
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Public bus
Regular city buses serve stops within a short walk of Back Wynd; journey times from Aberdeen Railway Station are about 10–20 minutes depending on service choice and time of day. Services run frequently through the day but reduce slightly late evening; standard single fares in the city are typically £2–£3 per adult.
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Walking from central points
Walking from central Aberdeen locations is practical for most visitors and typically takes 8–15 minutes from the main shopping streets; expect cobbles and narrow lanes approaching Back Wynd so wear suitable footwear and allow extra time for busy pedestrian periods.
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An approachable city‑centre cocktail room
Ninety‑Nine sits down a narrow lane off Aberdeen’s central streets, arranged over compact, cosy floors that combine a bar counter with comfortable seating and communal tables. The interior balances warm lighting, layered seating and personal touches to create an intimate atmosphere where cocktails and conversation are the focus.Cocktails, spirits and a neighbourhood food list
The drinks programme emphasises handcrafted cocktails alongside a curated spirit list; bartenders here take a playful, ingredient‑led approach so expect twists on classics and seasonal signatures. Food is written to complement drinks rather than compete with them: small plates, burgers and shareable dishes with straightforward, ingredient‑forward flavours described as New York‑neighbourhood influenced on the venue’s menu.Character and sensory details
Walk in and you’ll notice close, chatty acoustics, the clink of glassware and the scent of citrus oils and warmed spices when cocktails are finished at the pass. Lighting is low and warm in the evening, creating pockets of privacy; at lunchtimes and weekend afternoons the space feels brighter and more casual when the kitchen opens earlier.Service style and evening rhythm
Service at Ninety‑Nine is attentive and personable, with a team that mixes bartender theatre and table service. The venue operates later into the night on Fridays and Saturdays, shifting from a relaxed midweek vibe to a busier, social weekend rhythm where live conversation and music set the tempo.Who it suits and when to visit
This is a good stop for friends catching up over cocktails, couples seeking a lively yet cosy evening, and groups looking for shareable plates alongside drinks. Expect a livelier scene from Friday through Sunday; quieter visits are more likely on weekday evenings when the atmosphere is gentler and more conversational.Practical character notes
The venue occupies a compact footprint typical of historic city lanes, so seating can feel snug; the layout encourages lingering rather than rushing. A strong drinks focus, a kitchen offering comfort plates, and a friendly, local‑orientated service style combine to make Ninety‑Nine feel like a modern neighbourhood bar with culinary ambitions.Explore the best of what Ninety-Nine has to offer
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