Diners' Choice: Lively restaurants in Angus/Fife

OpenTable

Updated 05 December 2024

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Kinneuchar Inn

4.9

4.9 (82)

£41 and over

European

Kilconquhar

About the restaurant

The Kinneuchar Inn is a 17th-century pub and restaurant which champions great food in an intimate setting. We recently were awarded Best Local Restaurant in Scotland 2023 by The Good Food Guide.

We serve a daily changing 'a la carte' menu, based on ingredients sourced from the Balcaskie Estate and a handful of carefully curated partners. Our menus are seasonal and produce-led, aiming to highlight the quality of the ingredients.

Helmed by James Ferguson (formerly of The Connaught and East London eatery Beagle) and partner Alethea Palmer.

Top review

Calum

Dined 2 days ago

The food was incredible. It was an amazing evening celebrating our anniversary and we will definitely be back. The staff couldn’t be more friendly and the place was stunning. Can’t recommend enough.

The Townhouse Hotel Arbroath

4.8

4.8 (758)

£25 and under

Bistro

Arbroath

About the restaurant

Our restaurant is laid out with comfortable booths,
tables and window seats.

Our waiters and waitresses are only too happy to help, and will give recommendations if you don’t know what to eat!

Please note reservations from 8pm are for Cocktails and Drinks only.

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Gillian

Dined on 11 Dec 2024

Lovely meal, friendly and efficient service and made to feel very welcome!

Roo's Leap Montrose

4.7

4.7 (1982)

£25 and under

Australian

Montrose

About the restaurant

The Down-Under Dining Experience!

Roo’s Leap Restaurant already has a great reputation… fresh ingredients cooked to order, and a friendly efficient service with a laid back Aussie attitude.Whether you’re looking for a great night out or you just can’t be bothered cooking, we’re sure we’ll have just what you’re looking for.

So what’s on the Menu? Well although we have an Aussie theme you’ll be pleased to know that Australians don’t typically eat Ostrich or Kangaroo… so neither do you! We have a fantastic international menu including our wonderful prime steak burgers, various warm sandwiches, steaks, salads, pasta dishes and, of course, our special “barbied” meat, chicken and fish dishes. We also have a number of vegetarian options. Our menu has over 50 dishes to choose from!

Please note we are dog friendly in our lounge during lunch hours only.

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Ian

Dined 1 day ago

Excellent food as usual, and very attentive service.

The Selkie

4.7

4.7 (932)

£25 and under

Cafe Dining

Dundee

About the restaurant

Welcome to The Selkie. A family owned cafe bar.
Coffee, Cake and good wholesome food.

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Susan

Dined 1 day ago

Delicious food served promptly in a pretty restaurant!

The Ferry Selkie

4.7

4.7 (376)

£25 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

Dundee

About the restaurant

Welcome to The Selkie. A family owned cafe bar. We look forward to serving you soon!

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Carla

Dined 5 days ago

Great selection of dishes and faultless service. A fabulous dining experience

The Nest by The Giddy Goose

4.6

4.6 (25)

£25 and under

Scottish

Forfar

About the restaurant

Coming Soon! The Nest by The Giddy Goose

Cafe - Bistro - Bar

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John

Dined on 11 Dec 2024

Lovely food and great service as always. The Biscoff Sticky Toffee pudding is worth a visit alone!

Quayside Bar & Grill

4.4

4.4 (501)

£25 and under

European

Dundee

About the restaurant

Filled with natural daylight, Quayside Bar & Grill is a stunning, contemporary space with breath taking views of the Dundee Quay. Quayside Bar & Grill offers chic, comfortable sofas for those wishing to enjoy a relaxed bite to eat, as well as stylish booths and window-tables.
Mouth watering menus use global influences and high-quality ingredients from the land, sea & field to ensure you leave feeling impressed and heartily satisfied.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 2 days ago

Made my mums birthday very special. Lovely food, beautiful birthday decorations and absolutely lovely staff. We will definitely be back!!!

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Experience

1833 Tea Stand

Daisy Tasker at Hotel Indigo Dundee

4.4

4.4 (543)

£25 and under

Scottish

Dundee

About the restaurant

Welcome to Daisy Tasker - our Scottish Bistro situated within Hotel Indigo Dundee and a stone's throw away from the waterfront area.

Our restaurant is a tribute to the heart and spirit of Daisy Tasker, a young mill worker from Dundee. Daisy was much loved for organising social activities for her fellow weavers. We raise a toast in celebration of Scotland’s cuisine, community, and heritage.

Our menus are created to feature Scotland’s best ingredients and celebrate local Dundee suppliers.
From fine Scottish dishes to stunning drinks we serve up memorable moments for everyone.

Daisy Tasker is open 5.30pm - 9.30pm Monday to Friday, and on Saturday & Sunday we are open from 12noon - 9pm, so book your table now.

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Julie

Dined on 9 Dec 2024

Lovely food. Staff where pleasant . Prices are very reasonable

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Experience

Sunday Lunch at Daisy Tasker

The Saint

4.3

4.3 (1412)

£25 and under

British

St Andrews

About the restaurant

Welcome to The Saint Bar & Kitchen! Formerly St Andrews institution The West Port, the Saint has recently received an extensive renovation creating cosy, modern lounge areas and a refreshed, extensive garden area so you can enjoy whatever the Scottish weather throws your way.

Please note that our kitchen closes at 9pm so we cannot offer food after this time.

🧒 Under 18s welcome until 10pm
🐶 Dog-friendly
💡 Pub Quiz Thursdays at 7pm
🏃 Walk-ins welcome
🍹 Bookings for food & drink and just drinks welcome
📅 Contact us directly for bookings of 8 or more

*For Bookings Graduation week. Please get in touch via email- Sinners@the-saint-bar.co.uk*

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Liz

Dined 2 days ago

The food was good when we got it. We waited about 50 minutes for our food but the manager did the right thing and without a complaint from us he deducted 25% off the bill. So that was the right thing to do. The restaurant wasn’t that busy but still a good atmosphere and nice vibe

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Experience

Hogmanay at The Saint

The White Goose

4.0

4 (185)

£25 and under

International

Dundee

About the restaurant

The White Goose is a new restaurant in Dundee, a contemporary and stylish kitchen and bar over looking the Tay.

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