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The Globe Inn - Burns' Favourite Howff - The Globe Inn, Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway

The Globe Inn

4.9
4.9
551 Reviews
£26 to £40
British

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2 people
22:00
Booked 5 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
The Globe is a historic inn with tales a-plenty to tell. Since 1610 curious minds and deep thinkers, merry souls and discerning drinkers have whiled away the hours within its walls.

**MORE THAN A TABLE OF 6? PLEASE CALL TO BOOK ON 01387323010!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British, Scottish
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Tue–Sat 11:00–23:00 Lunch Wed–Sat 12:00–14:00 Dinner Wed–Sat 18:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    013873 23010
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Head Chef Fraser Cameron
  • Catering
    Corporate and bespoke dining available. Please email C.Chaudhary@annandaledistillery.com
  • Private party facilities
    Three Luxury Private Dining Rooms Book via OpenTable or email or C.Chaudhary@annandaledistillery.com
  • Area
    Dumfries
  • Cross Street
    Shakespeare Street/Dumfries High Street
  • Parking details
    NCP Shakespeare Street
  • Public transit
    Lorebourne St/Whitesands
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 551 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Globe Inn offers an exceptional dining experience with "amazing food" and "excellent service." Guests rave about the "fantastic, knowledgeable, & friendly staff," and the venue's historic charm. The tasting menu, "beautifully presented" dishes, and delightful atmosphere make it a "must-visit" for a memorable culinary journey.

551 Reviews
  1. Richard

    London

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent cooking in a lovey environment. The salmon was particularly standout.
    The Globe InnResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Richard, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your dining experience at our restaurant. It's fantastic that you found the cooking to be excellent and the environment lovely. We take pride in creating a special atmosphere and serving delicious dishes, so your feedback is truly appreciated. We're especially pleased that the salmon stood out for you! We'll be sure to pass your compliments along to our chef. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back again soon.

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  2. Alan

    Dumfries and Galloway

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic dining experience, staff made you feel very welcome and provided a relaxed atmosphere.The quality of the food and service was superb. Would highly recommend and will definitely return
    The Globe InnResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Alan, Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We're absolutely delighted to hear that you had such a positive experience at our restaurant. It's wonderful that you felt so welcomed by our staff and enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere. We strive to create a space where guests can feel comfortable and enjoy their time with us. We're also thrilled that you found the quality of both the food and service to be superb. We take great pride in what we do, and your feedback is incredibly encouraging. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and for the wonderful recommendations. We can't wait to welcome you back again soon!

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  3. Elaine

    Dumfries and Galloway

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A lovely setting, great service and excellent food. Love all the little tiny extras that are so delicious. The food is presented beautifully and it was very tasty and I would have given a 5 stars had there just been a little more venison on my plate.
    The Globe InnResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Elaine, Thank you so much for your kind review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience at our restaurant, especially the "tiny extras," beautiful presentation, and excellent service. We work hard to create a special atmosphere and provide delicious, well-presented dishes, so it's wonderful to know you appreciated these aspects. We also appreciate your honest feedback about the portion size of the venison. We understand that value is important, and we'll definitely take your comments into consideration as we're always looking for ways to improve. We hope that despite this, you had a memorable evening overall and that you'll consider returning to try some of our other dishes in the future.

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  4. Alexandra

    Dumfries and Galloway

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 11 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is such a special place to eat as the food is outstanding. The combination of flavours used and presentation is first class. Service is friendly and professional. There are so many extra little touches that make the whole experience of dining at the Globe memorable.
    The Globe InnResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Alexandra, Thank you so much for your glowing review! We're delighted to hear that you had such a special dining experience at The Globe. It means a lot to us that you enjoyed the food, service, and ambiance. Our team works hard to create a memorable experience with innovative flavours, beautiful presentation, and those extra little touches you mentioned. We're thrilled that you consider us a "neighbourhood gem" and appreciate your recommendations for those seeking craft beers, fine wines, and creative cocktails. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to The Globe very soon!

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  5. Jenny

    VIP

    London

    49 reviews

    5.0

    49 reviews

    Dined on 30 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A truly fab U lous experience from start to finish on a busy night before NYE 🎉… A warm Welcome given to our party of 6 Very efficient service with drinks and utterly delicious starters and mains served with great knowledge of the individual ingredients and preparation! All served with a smile’ We were treated to a delicious selection of “amuse bouche” to start and sweet treats at the end… all in all it was an incredibly happy evening and we look forward very much to returning when next in Scotland! Thank you for making our special night so memorable!
    The Globe InnResponded on 7 January 2025
    Dear Jenny, Thank you so much for your kind words and fantastic review! We're absolutely thrilled to hear you had such a "fab-U-lous" experience at The Globe Inn. It's wonderful that you enjoyed the food, service, and ambiance, especially on a busy night leading up to New Year's Eve. Our team takes great pride in providing a warm welcome and ensuring every guest feels special. We're also delighted that you appreciated the "amuse bouche" and sweet treats – those little touches are important to us. We're so glad we could play a part in making your special night memorable, and we can't wait to welcome you back to The Globe Inn on your next visit to Scotland!

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  6. Kerry

    Glasgow

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 29 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food from start to finish we will definitely be back!
    The Globe InnResponded on 7 January 2025
    Dear Kerry, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so happy to hear you had an "amazing" experience at The Globe Inn and that you enjoyed the food from start to finish. We strive to create a memorable dining experience for all our guests, and your feedback is incredibly valuable to us. We're delighted that you appreciate our efforts and that you plan to return. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  7. Jessica

    Caribbean

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely incredible experience. Was not expecting either the level of service we received or the quality of the food - really really impressed
    The Globe InnResponded on 7 January 2025
    Dear Jessica, Wow! Thank you so much for your glowing review. We're absolutely thrilled to hear that you had such an incredible experience at The Globe Inn. It's fantastic that the level of service and quality of food exceeded your expectations. We strive to provide every guest with an unforgettable dining experience, and your feedback confirms we're on the right track. We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back again soon for another "absolutely incredible" experience.

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  8. David

    Dumfries and Galloway

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious food and excellent service given by pleasant and knowledgeable staff. An excellent place to visit for a special treat.
    The Globe InnResponded on 7 January 2025
    Dear David, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your recent experience at The Globe Inn! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the delicious food and excellent service provided by our knowledgeable staff. We appreciate your feedback on the ambiance and value as well. We strive to create a welcoming and sophisticated atmosphere, and we're always working to ensure our pricing reflects the quality of the experience we offer. We're glad you consider The Globe Inn an excellent place for a special treat, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back again soon

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  9. Carol

    Dumfries and Galloway

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very enjoyable start to Christmas. Good food and friendly, efficient service.
    The Globe InnResponded on 7 January 2025
    Dear Carol, Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're so glad to hear that you had a "very enjoyable" start to Christmas at The Globe Inn. It means a lot to us that you appreciated both the food and the friendly, efficient service. We aim to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere for all our guests, especially during the festive season. We hope you had a wonderful Christmas and we look forward to welcoming you back in the new year!

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  10. Rachel

    Angus

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a really lovely time dining here, the staff was friendly and the food was wonderful!
    The Globe InnResponded on 7 January 2025
    Dear Rachel, Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're so glad to hear you had a wonderful dining experience at The Globe Inn. We're delighted you found our staff friendly and the food to your liking. We aim to create a welcoming and enjoyable atmosphere for all our guests, and it sounds like we succeeded in your case. We appreciate you taking the time to share your positive feedback, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back again soon!

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The Globe Inn is rated 4.9 stars by 551 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
22:00
Booked 5 times today
Google Map for The Globe Inn

56 High St, Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway DG1 2JA

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Shakespeare Street/Dumfries High Street
  • Area
    Dumfries
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Tue–Sat 11:00–23:00 Lunch Wed–Sat 12:00–14:00 Dinner Wed–Sat 18:00–21:00
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British, Scottish
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    NCP Shakespeare Street
  • Public transit
    Lorebourne St/Whitesands
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Head Chef Fraser Cameron
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    013873 23010
  • Catering
    Corporate and bespoke dining available. Please email C.Chaudhary@annandaledistillery.com
  • Private party facilities
    Three Luxury Private Dining Rooms Book via OpenTable or email or C.Chaudhary@annandaledistillery.com
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