Dumfries Galloway
Swan

Swan

Kingholm Quay, DG1 4GB, Dumfries Galloway, United Kingdom

Food • Pubs • Steak • Seafood


"Upon entering the restaurant was as cosy as i remembered from my last visit several years ago. We were placed at a window table which was great. First hiccup was I’m a cider drinker and on the cider menu it only had a bottled section all being fruit or 0% which I’m not fond of. Had I not asked I wouldn’t have noticed that cider draught was mentioned in draught beer section. Maybe that should be reviewed as I had no intentions of looking at beers being a cider drinker. The next wee fumble was when we looked at the menu and upon approach to take our order we were told the simple words. Beef is unavailable but we have pork. We did not have a clue what she was talking about and assumed she had told us something that was meant for another table. Was only after ordering and needing to use the toilet that we spotted a specials board with roast dinners and other options on them that we had never been told about or made aware of as it also isn’t mentioned on the menu about Sunday roasts. Would have been nice to have been told about this option. The next hiccup i encountered was the dessert menu. We were told no cheesecake left. That was fine cos I only ever order fudgecake or cheesecake when I’m out so the server came back to get our order and I asked for fudgecake. To be told sorry we have none. So I decided to pass on desert. everyone else at our table ordered and ate there’s. So around 20-30 mins had passed and we got up to pay and leave. We were the last table out and I know I seen cheesecake sitting behind of the counter so I assumed one of the staff reserved a slice for themselves which I found rather annoying knowing I ddnt get it instead. For my main I ordered the Katsu chicken. Chicken rice and popadoms were nice. Chips were the best Iv had in a long time. So crispy and fluffy. Top marks there. However the Katsu curry sauce was watery and bland. Being out for a birthday meal I did not want to make a scene so I ate up. But I definitely think the sauce needs improvement. Staff were nice and smily but felt like they were lacking on some simple aspects of service as once again we were on the premises for an hour and a half and we weren’t asked if we would like another drink at any point either after the initial pint. Would I come back….. probably but not in a hurry."

Balmoral

Balmoral

High Street, Dumfries Galloway, United Kingdom

Fish • Steak • Coffee • Ice Cream


"ROOM In Moffat's tranquil embrace, I found reprieve, A haven amidst the verdant weave. A training course beckoned, a quest for insight, Amidst Moffat's charm, I found respite Upon arrival, greeted with a smile, Room 11, my haven for a while. Spacious and cozy, a TV to see, Tea, coffee, and hot chocolate for me. A fridge stocked with care, milk in a jug, Two cokes, two waters, plenty to glug. Biscuits and sweets, Cadbury's delight, All these comforts made the stay just right. A lounge area, a sanctuary retreat, An en suite bathroom, where luxury meets. A shower hot, to invigorate, Wardrobe, drawers, bedside, complete. Some said the bar below would disturb, Yet in my haven, silence superb. A night of comfort, beyond compare, In Moffat's embrace, without a care. Breakfast Breakfast included, a feast divine, Plentiful and delicious, a sign. Return again? I definitely would, The Balmoral Hotel, exceptionally good. BAR/RESTAURANT Within its walls, a culinary tale, Where flavors dance and dreams prevail. Each dish a masterpiece, a work of art, Served with care, a chef's heartfelt part. Oh, the delights that grace the plate, From hearty pies to seafood's fate. With every bite, a journey begins, A symphony of taste, where happiness wins. Yet not just the food, but the staff's embrace, Friendly and attentive, leaving no trace. Of worry or want, they tend to all needs, Ensuring each guest's satisfaction exceeds. Clean and tidy, the ambiance serene, Where every corner, a beauty unseen. And as the seasons change, a wood burner's glow, Offers warmth and comfort, a gentle flow."

The Crown And Anchor Dundrennan

The Crown And Anchor Dundrennan

Crown Anchor A711, DG6 4QH, Dumfries Galloway, United Kingdom

Cafe • Soup • British • Scottish


"Went here today as I was wanting to find Rerrick Church and this beautiful place had been recommended to me so we thought we try it . The two ladies were lovely caring. Down to earth people who care about their customers. Two different dining rooms where we sat the was beautiful with all the local artists pictures for sale , cards etc and a massive big Anchor above our heads . Banana milkshake 5/5 or 10/10 perfect loved it Tea decent size teapot not some stupid little thing that’s looks great in a dolls house but not on a table tea was decent definitely good teabags 5/5 . Milk etc . Nice to see sugar yes proper grain sugar in a bowl on your table with its own wee spoon not these stupid packets 10/10 Fish and chip , mushy peas and salad Burger massive bid 6oz burger , coleslaw forgot coleslaw on fish , salad and crisps . To be absolutely honest we shared our meals but cleared both plated . Fish lovely , burger marvellous. Chips wife loves them I,m a chunky chip guy but I loved the crisps so nice . Salad and homemade coleslaw wife said was fabulous 10/10. Victoria Sponge first place I,ve found in Dumfries and Galloway that actually makes it right. Queen Victoria and our late Queen Elizabeth 2nd both had it with raspberry jam not strawberry jam . Happens I have a severe allergy just like our New King,s Wife Queen Consort Camila with having a severe strawberry allergy. So highlight for me was at last being able to have piece of Victoria Sponge mmmmmmm,m,m,m,mmmmmmm 20/20 homemade as well . So many takeout customers for cakes . Beautiful settings with The abbey straight across the road in Dundrennan . Price was fabulous I,m not making this up my wife was actually telling the lady price was to low she had added it up to more than she was charging but lady said nope it was this price then she rounded it down to save her change. What beautiful ladies definitely deserve a good review. Thank you . I promise not to message you at 1am asking if your open today and what hot food you have available I,ll just come as I,m coming back for the big breakfast. We never found rerrick church so we have to go back and start with lunch here at the Crown and Anchor Dundrennan"