Restaurants in Dumfries

The Usual Place

Terrific place. Visited previously with my family. Food is great, reasonably priced and lots of choice. The staff and young people who work here are great and a credit to the place. Highly recommend!

The Globe Inn Dumfries

The food was magnificent , the best I've had in a long time. The venue was beautiful, steeped in history and the service was impeccable , all staff lovely and because it was a 3 course lunch the price was unbelievable what we had. I simply cannot recommend this place enough.

The Back Street

Nice atmosphere. Good tasty home cooked food and decent value. Staff very friendly and efficient. Only downside is the extraction for the kitchen which is not separate from the dining area and leaves your clothes smelling which is fine if not going on elsewhere

Casa Mia Dumfries

Menu is extensive and well thought out. Our courses were presented beautifully and tasted excellent. Friendly staff and clearly a popular dining spot for locals. Would recommend.

Abbey Cottage Tearoom

The food and service were good, and although it was busy, it was still quiet enough to hold a conversation. The rest of my party were happy with their meals and the service too.

Mrs Greens Tea Lounge

A lovely little tea room which also allows dogs in as well. A nice range of drinks and food. Little slow with service other than that a great place to stop off to recharge the batteries.

Yamas Deli

Found this gem today. Food was out of this world, best Greek food I’ve had in England on par with what I ate in kalamata, Greece if not better. Customer service was amazing the owner was so chatty and kind. Will definitely be returning 10/10 really recommend

The Hitching Post - DG1 2EQ

Delivers what it says on the tin. Simple, well presented food, good portions, reasonably priced, with great service, and actually it's a lovely venue too.

Push the fact that you have so many GF options in your advertising, it's refreshing to see it so well labelled on a menu, but when searching GF places to eat locally it didn't come up high on the searches, which is a shame because it's a good place with so my options.

Pizzeria Il Fiume

Very friendly genuine atmosphere, excellent food (seafood risotto, mushroom risotto, Margarita pizza and seafood pasta. Efficient but very friendly service and welcomed Molly our dog. Undoubtedly revisit when back in the area.

The Jolly Harvester

What an amazing place to go eat , friendly staff , lovely and clean and the food was fantastic. It was our 1st time at The Jolly Harvester on our holiday, and we will be back before we go back home .

Palmerston Cafe

Recommended for a chippy tea, it's a very busy place, there are some diner style booths to sit in which we did.
Service was quick and the suppers were big ! They have a very large selection of ice cream as well which was a great way to finish meal off

Domino's Pizza - Dumfries

Ordered a lot of Pizza for the family on Saturday night whilst we were in Dumfries!! Quality was top notch and the delivery driver was brilliant!! Kay was with us in no time at all and was very friendly with a good sense of humour! ?

N'Dulge

We celebrated our 10 year anniversary at N’Dulge on 30th May, and it was absolutely fantastic. The location is excellent—easy to get to and with a lovely atmosphere that made our evening feel extra special. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful from the moment we enquired and throughout. One of the highlights was how they involved our kids, letting them make their own mocktails—such a thoughtful and fun touch that made them feel part of the celebration too! The cocktails were great, so full of flavour. It really added to the experience for the adults while the kids enjoyed their own fun drinks. Everything from the service to the small details made the night memorable. Highly recommend N’Dulge for any special occasion or just a great night out!

YUMMY

Just now popped in with kids after the fair. My first time there and first time actually sitting in a take away shop. Was pleasantly surprised. The place is very clean,the staff very polite,service superb, prices that don't bite and the pizzas were absolutely to die for! Delicious,fresh. Yummy! Will definitely be back or at least order a delivery. Now I know at least one place in Dumfries that makes delicious food. Thank you,guys!

The Boathouse Restaurant & Shop

First visit and won't be my last. Had a delightful veggie breakfast and my friend who had travelled from Glasgow had the vegan mexican dish with sweet fries and some delicious coffees. TheBTR30D14 staff were lovely and the setting is beautiful. I was surprised it wasn't as busy on a Thursday because it is a magical wee spot. Even better was it was child friendly and the change facilities were better designed and far cleaner than I've found in child focused soft play venues. To note also the staff were lovely and friendly with my wee boy. It is quite nerve racking to attempt eating in nicer places these days with a child who's just learned to walk and doesn't want to sit still but thankfully he was quite content sitting on my lap with lovely views of the river for long enough to devour his baby pancakes.

I'm not veggie but enjoy veggie options time to time and have to say the vegetarian haggis was stunning and I could have devoured an entire plate of only that.

Enjoyed a lovely walk by the river after our prolonged brunch which I also think is a big selling point.

Will hopefully be back soon with dad in tow and I can peruse the lovely gift shop aswell :)

Many thanks for a splendid visit.

Seimo Seito

Food is really good but more than often tastes like they accidentally got done cleaning products in their food which is a shame because it’s usually very
good

Granary

Is what it is, clean and friendly pub that has sports on the telly, a quiz night, good selection of drinks and super friendly staff, also good sized place so even when busy, you can still hear eachother talk!

Bankend Bar & Brasserie

My fiancé and I were here last night for a meal. We both had 3 courses and everything was delicious. Order was taken quickly and food came out in good time also. We both thoroughly enjoyed our meal!

Corner Treats

Daksh Indian Restaurant

A lovely restaurant, fresh made-to-order food too which was nice. Very clean and comfortable even though slightly dated. Server Anuj was lovely, just a massive shame it’s not busier! Will be back!

Easterbrook Bistro, Bar & Spa

Outstanding service,so polite and helpful

Staff keeping place so clean and welcoming

Probs had one of the best times for a spot of peace and quiet in years and well needed and recommended

C&G Delights

First time ordering from C&G Delights and definitely won’t be the last!! The food arrived piping hot and well packaged. Couldn’t fault any of my meal & the crepes were especially good :)

Pepe's

Food and staff amazing as always! We have never had an issue with any order. We collected today and Churros were missing but this really was not an issue for us. At the time there was a group of rude, demanding an extremely entitled customers who were constantly interrupting and hounding staff with one demand after another.
It was genuinley hard to listen to, especially as every member of staff I've met at Pepe's have been lovely and consistently delivers excellent service. The way the team handled those customers was incredibly impressive - a lesson in customer service!
We soon received a phone call apologising for the missing Churros which were then delivered straight to our door (with extra!). A very kind and totally unexpected gesture.
Hospitality staff work incredibly hard, often under pressure and deserve respect. This team handled the situation far better than most people could.
Thank you!

Istanbul Kebab House

Kebabs are delicious,plenty of salad, ordered for family and all agreed the best kebabs we’ve had, quick delivery too and driver very polite , won’t use anywhere else now .Well done !

The Taste of Bengal

Delicious food - especially the chicken chaat. The special for two was an absolute steal at £20 and was ready in twenty five minutes. Really pleasant staff. Highly recommend.

Indian Greedy Coo

This was honestly the best takeaway I’ve had in years. The food is really fresh and authentic, and they have a really in depth menu. The owners are so lovely too, I will definitely make this a regular stop!Note: order direct with restaurant because Deliveroo and Uber don’t have enough drivers and are unreliable. Much better to phone them or go in store.Vegetarian options: You can choose quorn for a lot of their dishes! Also so many options for vegetarians, they are so accommodating!Dietary restrictions: Lots of gluten free, dairy free and vegan options, just phone them up and ask if you’re unsure.

star fish & chips

sit in or takeaway the service and food are on point not to expensive if you have a large family plenty to go round doesn't skimp on the amount on your plate great value for money and pleasant chit chat.

kebabtakeaway

Delivery was earlier than expected. Best shish kebab we've had. Lamb was very tasty. Not too much salad like other places. Will definitely order again it was delicious

Dante’s Fish and chips Dumfries

Ordered loads of time from here never had a problem with delivery or food, food is always spot on, prices good and staff are brilliant definitely our go to for takeaway ??

The Ship Inn

I popped into The Ship Inn recently and was genuinely impressed. The newly clothed pool table looks fantastic and adds a fresh touch to the place. The staff were friendly from the moment I walked in, and the whole pub has a warm, cosy atmosphere that makes you feel right at home. I was made to feel welcome straight away, which really set the tone for a great visit. A lovely spot to relax, have a drink, and enjoy the vibe.

Globe Inn

Our lunch was very memorable. Amazing flavours and textures, artfully designed menu and a talented team executing the experience. Fine food and drink without the portentousness. A great surprise down an ally.

Dejavu

Visited this pub yesterday and it was great, very quiet but service was top notch and it has to be one of cleanest pubs I've ever been in. The best pint of Stella I've ever had. Didn't have food but I will definitely be back.

The Lantern

What a lovely welcoming pub. The decor is lovely feels like a proper pub, but mainly more impressed by the warm and friendly service from the land lady on Christmas Eve. I reckon more pubs would be busier if they had this level of customer service. A visitor to Dumfries regularly so we will definitely be back.The world ? is a strange place at the moment and I love the caring ethos of this pub. i hope Christmas day goes well for you and you have lovely time.

The Barrel

Good old fashioned pub, bar staff are helpful and prices are great. We were in at the weekend and enough people to be a good atmosphere but seems like a local for older crowd. Jukebox has good selection.

Douglas Arms

Discovered this gem of a place last night as we were ambling by. Was drawn in and stayed a good while. Best pub ever. Friendliest owner, great music and just the loveliest vibe in there. Just wish we were staying longer so we could go back for more. A definite recommend for sure.

The Imperial

We didn't eat, just had a few drinks. Mixed crowd from youngsters to the older generation watching horse racing. They also had the rugby on. Plenty of choice in drinks, seating of various types. Friendly and clean. Good prices.

Spread Eagle Inn

Excellent location if you’re going to a concert at the Hydro.Most staff were excellent and friendly. However, there’s a guy on the bar, Callum who probably shouldn’t work with people! The way he spoke to his colleagues and threw his weight around in front of a customer was ridiculous. He needs to learn professionalism and manners. All other staff were excellent.

Kings Coffee and Books

Having just moved back to Scotland from Australia, finding good coffee was a high priority and here I have found excellent coffee! Not only that the staff are lovely and welcoming and the place has a great vibe! It has now become my favourite place for my daily coffee!

Bonus points for great 80s music and groivy dance moves from the girls today! ??

Bruno's Italian Restaurant

We had a fantastic time dining here recently. The food was absolutely delicious and presented beautifully.

I particularly enjoyed the thin-crust pizza topped with ham, which had a perfect char around the edges. Everything was fresh and hit the spot. We will definitely be back soon.

KFC Dumfries - Cuckoo Bridge Retail Park

Brilliant wee kfc - not been in in ages and what a nice little shop

Staff are friendly, food was hot and fresh and Natasha was a great laugh - will definitely be coming back here

The Station Cafe Dumfries

Lovely place, good food and generous portions, the owner is so kind and really makes the place feel welcoming, would not hesitate to recommend for anyone travelling through Dumfries.

Pumpernickel

We absolutely LOVED eating here after a brief visit to the hospital. We were so glad there was a dedicated vegan/veggie restaurant nearby and the food was exquisite. We're vegan and find it so hard to find places with more than 1 or two vegan options, so imagine our surprise when we found a whole menu to choose from!

We stuffed ourselves with the Asian cuisine but were too full for cake (all of which were vegan...wow). We'll certainly be back another time to try more of the menu <3

The Swan - Kingholm Quay

What an absolute gem The Swan is! The food is genuinely fantastic, packed with flavour, beautifully presented and clearly made with real care and attention. It's so refreshing to go somewhere that takes pride in what comes out of the kitchen, and you can absolutely taste the difference!

There's a brilliant atmosphere too. Warm, welcoming and relaxed, with lovely staff who really make the whole experience. It's the perfect place for anything from a casual bite to a proper evening out enjoying good food and a few drinks.

The quality of the food really does speak for itself, and it's lovely to see somewhere local doing things so well. A fantastic restaurant with a hardworking team who clearly put their heart and soul into what they do.

If you haven't tried The Swan yet, you're seriously missing out. An absolute must-visit! ❤️

Moon and star cafe

Absolutely lovely food,service snd dog friendly ❤️..zeus and cookie e joyed there fuss an of course there sausages
Very reasonable priced have visited twice
Recommend to everyone ?

Greens Sports Bar

I celebrated my birthday at Greens and had such a great experience from start to finish. The team were really helpful when organising everything and made sure the night ran smoothly. The atmosphere was good and everyone commented on how lovely it was. It felt really relaxed but still special. I’d definitely recommend Greens for any celebrations

Coach & Horses Inn

A wonderful proper pub well situated near the sands.

It has a genuinely historic feel to the interior.

It's a place of live music and livelier conversations.

Staff and locals are welcoming and genuinely interested in chatting with new faces.

Tennant's and a real ale hand pump both offer a well kept bevvy.

Definitely worth a wander into if you are sampling the pubs of Dumfries.

Cavens Arms

MUST VISIT!!

we had a break to Dumfries for a week and we enjoyed it so much we went twice! I can’t recommend it highly enough! Friendly staff and incredible food, can accommodate kids in the rear area, 4 adults 2 kids, I happily cleared our table myself! If we ever come back to Dumfries we will 100% return! Please try! You won’t be disappointed!!

Paws & Go

Great place. Good food. Very dog friendly. You can wash your dog here. Heaps of animal products.Parking: Plenty free parkingWheelchair accessibility: Ramps and help if needed

Elevenses

Firstly it’s great to find a place I can take my 22m old as she’s anaphylactic to sesame so can’t go anywhere with it. And what a great bonus that the food was delish!! Best fry up me & my mum have had in a long time. They even had toddler plates and cutlery along with their kids menu. Very impressed! We will definitely be back. Great visit this morning!

Ye Olde Friars Vaults

Around 20 years ago I used to take around 15 golfers to Dumfries around may time although we came from Newcastle I was living in the church up at moffat ..always made very welcome by Liz and the staff ..good karaoke as well . Had a couple of good duets with a few of the locals and staff ..we had some good singers as well ..excellent times .. David from Newcastle .

Hole I' The Wa' Inn

A gem of a pub.

Always have a memorable time when we drink here.

Friendly staff and punters who are always good for a bit of banter.

The floor plan shows how old the pub is with lots of passages, entrances and rooms.

The first time I've encountered afternoon karaoke coupled with an accordion act playing at the same event.

Good choice of Scottish beers.

Well worth a visit if you are doing a tour of the pubs of Dumfries.

Cornerstone Cafe @ DBCC

Delicious food and homemade cakes.

The fresh homemade soup is always AmazinG!!! I've had soup every time I've been. Different flavour every time. They grow some of their own herbs.

Lovely staff and attentive service. You san take your time as you'll never be rushed by the staff.

Great for a lunchtime meal or coffee/tea and cake.

Friendly and relaxing atmosphere.

Dedicated small children's play area, with tables/chairs and high chairs.

Background music, not too loud, some excellent song choices.

I really love the indoor courtyard design. Really spacious with plenty of seating.

There are also some outdoor bench tables for the fine weather.

100% positive feedback from me.

La Dolce Vita

First time back after they moved to this location.
Staff very helpful and efficient. Good choice of food and drink at reasonable prices. Food was excellent.
Their new restaurant had a great view over Whitesands, watched the sunset and lights come on.
Food cooked fresh to order, so don't expect instant service, chill, have a drink.

The Normandy

Excellent pub with a first class staff and proprietor. Great homely and welcoming atmosphere. My favourite place to chill with a bevvy (or six). Never had a bad experience or bad pint here as far as I can recall.

The Five Arches

would recomend this place to anyone looking for a family friendly pub great prices friendly owners and staff.My husband and i will definatley be back to see jill n phil.Keep up the good work

Taddei's Takeaway

Best takeaway ever Good Chats with staff Rolls always made In front of you Doesn’t fail to make u laugh when u walk into shop Cheap prices What’s not to love?

Slipstream

Really liked this little pub, staff and customers where very nice and friendly and helpful when asking about the area. Would recommend the beer is good and at very reasonable prices.

Salutation Inn

Popped into the bar for a quick pint. As a stranger to Dumfries the barman welcomed me in and made me feel comfortable in the presence of his regulars. He was very polite and chatty. He then poured me one of the best pints of Tennents I have had in a long time, it was bliss. The music was varied but all to my taste. Overall a good little pub with good staff. I was a very satisfied customer and will definitely pop in again on my return to Dumfries. Thanks for your hospitality. Cheers

Express Bakery

Seen your Scotch pies at a convenience store on Warwick Road, Carlisle and was a bit dubious seeing Scotch pies in England. However I had to try them and I was well impressed with how good they are. I read on the packaging you are based in Dumfries so it makes a bit more sense ! The nicest Scotch pie I've had in years !

Rico's

Absolutely loved the bacon cheese burger. The ambience & food is amazing! If you’re coming in for a driving test, it’s around the corner of the test center.

The Worlds End

What a great pub this is, we called in as we were parked up at the bonnie bistro car park for the night, on our travels round Scotland, locals very friendly bar staff great think her name was Brooke (the 1 with the Frenchies) beer very reasonably priced great atmosphere will definitely call back in on our travels when passing.
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Phoenix Chinese Takeaway

Very tasty gluten free food options.

Friendly staff are very knowledgeable on gluten containing ingredients. They have gluten free soy sauce which is a huge bonus and rare for a Chinese takeaway.

Payment by cash or bank transfer. Ample free street parking. I will be back.

Deliziose

Very nicely decorated restaurant with an extensive menu. Seems to be a family owned business, and they are very skilled at their jobs. Welcoming environment with good tasting, affordable food.

Balmoral Chippy

Looks nice and the food was delicious
Chips fish peas and curry also a pickled egg lovely eaten every thing and will go again before I go home lovely ☺️

Pearl Palace

We ordered our takeaway in advance, for collection. It was ready when we called, and came at a reasonable price - not cheap, but not pricey either.\n\nThe food was excellent, and about as good as a takeaway gets. Certainly on my list to repeat next time I'm in the area.

Black Rooster Peri Peri Dumfries

I got a delivery which came very quickly I was actually surprised how quick is got here so was brilliant.

I got the chicken burrito meal lemon and herb which was excellent with lots of flavour and the chicken was amazing I got onion rings as my side they weren’t the greatest they had little flavour and weren’t very crunchy but oh well it is what it is and for a first timer on ordering I will definitely order again

Victoria Inn

The Robert the Bruce

Had a really lovely time as a larger group yesterday whilst we had a late lunch, Staff really attentive and didnt have any issues at all, Felt the staff were really professional and even though they had a difficult customer in close proximity to us they remained professional and tried to help as much as they could although he made things particularly uncomfortable for the staff and us overhearing his arrogant behaviour as proven on his review below.

Morrisons Cafe

I've been shopping at Morrisons for many years. I find everything I need easily. The staff are always friendly and helpful. The cafe is excellent value for money and I sometimes stop for a meal during my visit to the store. I find Morrisons to be competitively priced.

McDonald's

August 2026. Went to the drive thru and the food was hot and tasty. Much needed after a long morning driving and going around Dumfries Car Boot. Staff were polite and friendly.