The Best Restaurants Near Dundee
Explore the best restaurants in Dundee and find an incredible place to eat. From bigger names to hidden gems, our local experts are here to help.
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Restaurants in Dundee are some of the best in Scotland. There are some superb finds in the area, making it perfect for foodies.
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Gidi Grill
This West African and Caribbean inspired cuisine brings fresh and authentic flavours to Scotland. The varied menu offers everything from pasta and seafood to burgers and steak, with some mouth-watering desserts on offer, too. What's more, you can choose from a selection of cocktails, mocktails, and other drinks to complement your tasty meal.
- Erigmore Leisure Park - 38.5 miles / 51 minute drive
African cuisine
Kids menu
Highly rated service
Bridgeview Station Restaurant
This family-run restaurant was founded with the vision of opening Tayside's first ever gastrocafe. The building once served as a railway station, and still maintains some of its authentic features, such as the 1870's railway carriage that now serves as a takeaway outlet. Visit this gem for a unique dining experience with incredible views, delicious local produce, and interesting events.
- Erigmore Leisure Park - 36.3 miles / 43 minute drive
Takeaway service
Plenty of parking
Family-run business
The Barrelman
Offering a cosy, welcoming atmosphere, The Barrelman is a top pick for indulging in tasty food. This restaurant covers all mealtimes including brunch, lunch and dinner, as well as offering a buffet menu for private group hire. If you're visiting with family, the little ones will be catered for until 9pm as well.
- Erigmore Leisure Park - 38 miles / 50 minute drive
Dog-friendly
Kids menu
Brunch, lunch & dinner
Gallery 48
If you're a lover of art, Gallery 48 will transform your meal out into a creative experience. Fusing a delectable food and drink menu with exhibitions of local and international artists, it's a true representation of Dundee's cultural centre. Choose from an array of tapas, sample delicious Spanish wines, and taste unique flavoured gins, all while enjoying the surrounding expressions of creativity.
- Erigmore Leisure Park - 37 miles / 47 minute drive
Vegetarian options
Art exhibitions
Extensive drinks menu
Piccolo
Visit Piccolo for authentic Italian food with a twist. Choose from a delicious selection of pasta, risotto, seafood dishes and more, as well as sumptuous desserts like luxurious crepes and traditional gelato. The restaurant itself hosts a cosy, intimate atmosphere, and previous visitors have praised the fantastic customer service they experienced.
- Erigmore Leisure Park - 36.6 miles / 47 minute drive
Outdoor tables available
Traditional Italian food
Highly rated service
The Tayberry
This restaurant boasts a sophisticated atmosphere that's perfect for date night. The creative menu combines traditional Scottish cuisine with flavours from around the world to offer a variety of dishes to choose from. It's not just the taste of this food you'll enjoy, but the delicate presentation, too. What's more, they offer an impressive wine list with an array of white, red, rose, and dessert wines to choose from.
- Erigmore Leisure Park - 37.5 miles / 51 minute drive
Fine dining experience
Perfect for special occassions
Extensive wine list
Sol y Sombra Tapas Bar
Enjoy a taste of traditional Spanish cuisine in this much-loved Dundee gem. The set menus encourage a group to enjoy their meal all together, just as a traditional family would. Many dietary requirements are catered for: they offer standard, pescatarian, vegetarian, and vegan menus. Plus, you're sure to love a glass (or jug) of their famous sangria alongside your tapas, or perhaps you'll choose a beer, wine, or cocktail.
- Erigmore Leisure Park - 42 miles / 1 hour 5 minute drive
Traditional Spanish food
Extensive menu
Vegetarian & vegan options
Collinsons Restaurant
Offering luxurious, mouth-watering cuisine in an elegant surrounding, this restaurant is a top pick in Dundee. The wine list offers something for everyone, and you can even buy champagne by the bottle for special occasions. Previous guests have left impressive reviews of this high end dining spot, praising the 'beautifully cooked' food as well as 'calm and attentive' staff.
- Erigmore Leisure Park - 41.5 miles / 1 hour drive
Fine dining experience
Extensive wine list
Highly rated service
The Bell Tree
Looking for a more casual vibe? This family-friendly pub and restaurant is the perfect choice for you. They serve everything from tasty burgers to rainbow salads, and their food is not only delicious, but affordable, too. What's more, they have plenty of vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free options on offer. Fancy some entertainment? You can catch your favourite live sports here.
- Erigmore Leisure Park - 42.6 miles / 1 hour 4 minute drive
Pet-friendly
Outdoor seating
Budget-friendly
Rancho Pancho
Enjoy tasty nachos, classic burritos, irresistible churros, and more at this Mexican restaurant. Plus, you'll find plenty of delicious, hand crafted cocktails on their drinks menu. The atmosphere here is lively yet laidback, and customers have praised the good customer service, great value, and impressive portion sizes.
- Erigmore Leisure Park - 38.6 miles / 56 minute drive
Highly rated service
Budget-friendly
Extensive menu
Now you know where to find the best restaurants in Dundee, don't delay! Book your holiday in Central Scotland now.
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