The bar and restaurant is located inside the Dundee V&A however there is free admission to the building so you can admire a view of the RRS Discovery through the glass walled interior as you sit and eat. It’s a self-serve restaurant so your opportunity to view what is on the menu is basically as you shuffle along the queue and see what is on display. There is a variety of soups, salads and deli-style sandwiches and ciabatta. It may help if you know your raita and kimchi from hazlenut dukkha otherwise you will be guided merely by appearance as we were. We ordered two Cheese & Ham Ciabatta which were served with a choice of either a Galloway chilli jam or homemade kimchi and salad (£10.95 each) together with a couple of coffees. Everything paid for we were given an order number to display on our randomly selected table (one which had been cleared was a driving factor). There was a very long delay before the food was delivered and we did wonder at one point if the ciabatta were being freshly made! When the food did eventually arrive it tasted good and was quite filling. We resisted the temptation to have our cakes whilst waiting but these too were good - we had to get another couple of coffees by then of course. Overall bill was just over £42 and we thought this was fairly pricey but not unexpected. It was nice to have tried it but I’m not sure if we would necessarily return.
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Visited for the tapestry exhibits found them really interesting, very different to the first visit, anyway back to the restaurant we were going to have soup and a sandwich but the sandwiches looked huge and we wouldn't have been able to finish it , so we opted for soup and a a scone. This was really good although I think the soup could have been hotter, price was a little on the steep side but I suppose you're in the V&A .
MeghannT
My friend and I came here for the afternoon tea and thoroughly enjoyed it! The food was delicious (especially the Thai sweet potato soup) and the offerings a bit different from the standard afternoon tea to incorporate a fusion of different Scottish tastes and influences. The view offered over the Tay and neighbouring Discovery also provided a nice backdrop. With regards to the service, when we arrived we were left standing for a long time with no acknowledgment from staff. We eventually joined the queue for the counter service and were seated at that point. The service from then on was great, our waitress very friendly and attentive. Although very tasty, I did think £25 per head was a bit steep for what you got, especially considering this was the alcohol-free option.
Traveler537227
While visiting the Tartan exhibition we decided to grab a quick bite for lunch. To be fair the restaurant was very busy but I found the whole experience a bit stressful. I ordered soup and my daughter ordered the skin-on fries with rosemary and sea salt. When we had paid we were given a number for the fries to come from the kitchen but then had to try and find a seat. We eventually found two seats next to another lady, but the table was not cleared from previous diners. As no other seats we had no choice. My daughter’s fries did not come and when I had finished my soup, I went to the counter to ask. The order was still at the counter. The staff sorted that and they arrived soon after. A sugar bowl sized portion of bought in fries for £4.00 plus 50p extra for salt and virtually no rosemary. Really shocking and disappointing all round. Will eat elsewhere in future as poor value.
Nat R
Had a lovely afternoon tea experience! The food was delightful and there was plenty of it! We upgraded to include some cava and our server made sure we had a great celebration! The staff were fantastic and Kat our server was great entertainment, answering all of our random questions! She was great help and made our visit a great experience. Would recommend the afternoon tea to everyone!
Lorna Gillespie
The worst fish pie I’ve ever eaten. Tiny bit of salad so lacked most of stated ingredients . Nice cakes
Stefan
Decent price with tasty food. Friendly and welcoming staff.
CHARLES GRAHAM MAHER
Great butternut+ soup and cake with coffee.
Geoff B
Oh dear the change to self service seems to have produced a falling in standards both in the kitchen and the service. Lunch was very disappointing. Scotch broth soup was on the menu. Scones had run out and the oatcakes offered were only gluten free, no others were available. The soup was inedible as it was far too salty. It went back! The quiche/pie was cold accompanied by dressed cucumber salad and some leaves. On cutting the pie, watery substances were unleashed. That also went back. An outside door kept being blown open despite being of automatic closure. This caused a severe draft along the table where we were seated. I closed the door myself several times until a member of staff brought a wedge to keep it closed. When table service was on offer we had always regarded the Tatha as a good place to eat and relax. No more sadly. It is a huge pity that the ground floor coffee bar and cafe has been removed. That also was an asset for a coffee and cake. The manager of the Tatha informed me that they had combined the two outlets since March 2023. On this showing the restructuring needs a total shake up and rethink. The menu needs overhauling and the hot serving specials need to be - hot. Salads need more variety, accompaniments to the soups need at least a decent supply of scones so they don’t runout. Certainly oatcakes and crusty bread need to offered. Very disappointed.
diggorydelvert
We had felt a little wary having seen some other people's poor opinions, but our opinion is totally positive. The menu can be seen online, and it offers fresh, healthy tasty food. The prices are just average for eating out, and the views are lovely. Both the Butternut squash soup and red pepper soups we had, were large portions, and most enjoyable accompanied by the cheese mustard scones. We took advantage of the free chilled water tap. The staff were friendly and helpful and everywhere was clean and tidy.
An interesting experience, the staff never flinched when presenting the bill. Overpriced. £37 for 2 chilli beef, a little greens as a side and some other green stuff, 2 lattes. Ah! Delayed serving of coffee due to chaotic double roles of staff. Not efficient. Recommend taking your own packed lunch.
Teresa M
Never been so disappointed with food served today at this cafe...utterly disgusting, yet the price is over the top...would never recommend it to anyone..get better up the high street...?
K M
Really enjoyed eating here! As a vegetarian I was so excited by how many options I had! We went for the cauliflower soup and mustard scone. Thought we would have room to get a couple of side salads too, but the soup ended up being more than enough! Not too shabby for only 7 euros!!
Andy
Really good for a museum cafe. Good food at reasonably reasonable prices. Good service, great view.
Alison Farrow
Overpriced. I ordered two cold salad type choices for £9. Got a spoonful of each and was then invited to spend another £1 on a few lettuce leaves. One salad had way too many large onion chunks it - spoilt the balance of the dish. I don't know what the hot drinks system is. Another customer and I waited 10 minutes for coffee and tea at a quiet time. Plenty staff but only one making the drinks. Like so much of the V&A, the space is good but better use could be made of it.
The bar and restaurant is located inside the Dundee V&A however there is free admission to the building so you can admire a view of the RRS Discovery through the glass walled interior as you sit and eat. It’s a self-serve restaurant so your opportunity to view what is on the menu is basically as you shuffle along the queue and see what is on display. There is a variety of soups, salads and deli-style sandwiches and ciabatta. It may help if you know your raita and kimchi from hazlenut dukkha otherwise you will be guided merely by appearance as we were. We ordered two Cheese & Ham Ciabatta which were served with a choice of either a Galloway chilli jam or homemade kimchi and salad (£10.95 each) together with a couple of coffees. Everything paid for we were given an order number to display on our randomly selected table (one which had been cleared was a driving factor). There was a very long delay before the food was delivered and we did wonder at one point if the ciabatta were being freshly made! When the food did eventually arrive it tasted good and was quite filling. We resisted the temptation to have our cakes whilst waiting but these too were good - we had to get another couple of coffees by then of course. Overall bill was just over £42 and we thought this was fairly pricey but not unexpected. It was nice to have tried it but I’m not sure if we would necessarily return.
Visited for the tapestry exhibits found them really interesting, very different to the first visit, anyway back to the restaurant we were going to have soup and a sandwich but the sandwiches looked huge and we wouldn't have been able to finish it , so we opted for soup and a a scone. This was really good although I think the soup could have been hotter, price was a little on the steep side but I suppose you're in the V&A .
My friend and I came here for the afternoon tea and thoroughly enjoyed it! The food was delicious (especially the Thai sweet potato soup) and the offerings a bit different from the standard afternoon tea to incorporate a fusion of different Scottish tastes and influences. The view offered over the Tay and neighbouring Discovery also provided a nice backdrop. With regards to the service, when we arrived we were left standing for a long time with no acknowledgment from staff. We eventually joined the queue for the counter service and were seated at that point. The service from then on was great, our waitress very friendly and attentive. Although very tasty, I did think £25 per head was a bit steep for what you got, especially considering this was the alcohol-free option.
While visiting the Tartan exhibition we decided to grab a quick bite for lunch. To be fair the restaurant was very busy but I found the whole experience a bit stressful. I ordered soup and my daughter ordered the skin-on fries with rosemary and sea salt. When we had paid we were given a number for the fries to come from the kitchen but then had to try and find a seat. We eventually found two seats next to another lady, but the table was not cleared from previous diners. As no other seats we had no choice. My daughter’s fries did not come and when I had finished my soup, I went to the counter to ask. The order was still at the counter. The staff sorted that and they arrived soon after. A sugar bowl sized portion of bought in fries for £4.00 plus 50p extra for salt and virtually no rosemary. Really shocking and disappointing all round. Will eat elsewhere in future as poor value.
Had a lovely afternoon tea experience! The food was delightful and there was plenty of it! We upgraded to include some cava and our server made sure we had a great celebration! The staff were fantastic and Kat our server was great entertainment, answering all of our random questions! She was great help and made our visit a great experience. Would recommend the afternoon tea to everyone!
The worst fish pie I’ve ever eaten. Tiny bit of salad so lacked most of stated ingredients . Nice cakes
Decent price with tasty food. Friendly and welcoming staff.
Great butternut+ soup and cake with coffee.
Oh dear the change to self service seems to have produced a falling in standards both in the kitchen and the service. Lunch was very disappointing. Scotch broth soup was on the menu. Scones had run out and the oatcakes offered were only gluten free, no others were available. The soup was inedible as it was far too salty. It went back! The quiche/pie was cold accompanied by dressed cucumber salad and some leaves. On cutting the pie, watery substances were unleashed. That also went back. An outside door kept being blown open despite being of automatic closure. This caused a severe draft along the table where we were seated. I closed the door myself several times until a member of staff brought a wedge to keep it closed. When table service was on offer we had always regarded the Tatha as a good place to eat and relax. No more sadly. It is a huge pity that the ground floor coffee bar and cafe has been removed. That also was an asset for a coffee and cake. The manager of the Tatha informed me that they had combined the two outlets since March 2023. On this showing the restructuring needs a total shake up and rethink. The menu needs overhauling and the hot serving specials need to be - hot. Salads need more variety, accompaniments to the soups need at least a decent supply of scones so they don’t runout. Certainly oatcakes and crusty bread need to offered. Very disappointed.
We had felt a little wary having seen some other people's poor opinions, but our opinion is totally positive. The menu can be seen online, and it offers fresh, healthy tasty food. The prices are just average for eating out, and the views are lovely. Both the Butternut squash soup and red pepper soups we had, were large portions, and most enjoyable accompanied by the cheese mustard scones. We took advantage of the free chilled water tap. The staff were friendly and helpful and everywhere was clean and tidy.
Restaurantji Recommends
An interesting experience, the staff never flinched when presenting the bill. Overpriced. £37 for 2 chilli beef, a little greens as a side and some other green stuff, 2 lattes. Ah! Delayed serving of coffee due to chaotic double roles of staff. Not efficient. Recommend taking your own packed lunch.
Never been so disappointed with food served today at this cafe...utterly disgusting, yet the price is over the top...would never recommend it to anyone..get better up the high street...?
Really enjoyed eating here! As a vegetarian I was so excited by how many options I had! We went for the cauliflower soup and mustard scone. Thought we would have room to get a couple of side salads too, but the soup ended up being more than enough! Not too shabby for only 7 euros!!
Really good for a museum cafe. Good food at reasonably reasonable prices. Good service, great view.
Overpriced. I ordered two cold salad type choices for £9. Got a spoonful of each and was then invited to spend another £1 on a few lettuce leaves. One salad had way too many large onion chunks it - spoilt the balance of the dish. I don't know what the hot drinks system is. Another customer and I waited 10 minutes for coffee and tea at a quiet time. Plenty staff but only one making the drinks. Like so much of the V&A, the space is good but better use could be made of it.