Location: Kirriemuir
Top Restaurants in Kirriemuir
Where to Eat in Kirriemuir: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Kirriemuir, sometimes called Kirrie, is a burgh in Angus, Scotland. Its history reaches back to earliest recorded times, when it seems to have been a major ecclesiastical centre. Later it was identified with witchcraft, and some older houses still feature a ‘witches stane’ to ward off evil. In the 19th century, it was an important centre of the jute trade. The playwright J.M. Barrie was born and buried here, and a statue of Peter Pan stands in the town square.
Things to do in Kirriemuir
1. The Drovers Inn
Overall Ratings
4 based on 392 reviews
The Drovers Inn is an intriguing pub and restaurant offering both a traditional Scottish inn atmosphere and contemporary fine dining. Situated midway between Forfar and Kirriemuir,in the little village of Memus.Enjoy a hearty meal and a well earned ale by the fire in our traditional Scottish pub after a days walking in the Angus Glens or savour a superb meal in our elegant, stylish sixty seat restaurant. In summer our guests also enjoy the outdoor dining area under the trees while their children romp in the large open air play area.Our menu features modern Scottish cuisine at its very best, using herbs from our own garden and quality, locally sourced seasonal produce. The exceptional food is complemented by an extensive wine list and large selection of whiskies and cognacs to complete the experience.
Reviewed By Loraine C - Kirriemuir, Scotland, United Kingdom
Food very nice, service was good apart from the waiter forgot to put our desert order into kitchen, after waiting half an hour we asked the waitress why it was taking so long she then took our orders apologied and offered us a free drink. I thought for the price the ladies might have been given a rose or a few chocolate’s but nothing. No background music in all a bit disappointing.
2. Tiffins
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 95 reviews
Reviewed By Anneyule
Stopped off in Forfar yesterday and found this lovely cafe quite by chance. The staff were excellent, friendly and very efficient. The food was excellent and the cakes and tray bakes fabulous. So glad we came upon the great little cafe. Will definitely call in again.
3. The Swan
Overall Ratings
4 based on 72 reviews
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Reviewed By fimobo - Kirriemuir, United Kingdom
Having enjoyed a meal at The Stag, Brechin, we were pleased to discover that we had an allied restaurant nearer to home. Tried it out with a carry-out and very pleased with the food. When ordering, we were told that "the card machine isn't working, cash required" - OK. We then booked a table for five and enjoyed a good meal - minor hitches - we were at a table just under a speaker and the music was a bit intrusive, my brother's meat pakoras turned up as spring rolls but otherwise good food and service. We were surprised that the restaurant wasn't busy on a Sat.night - apart from our table there were more staff than customers. The unpleasant surprise came at the end of the meal. When we invite people for a meal we like to pay the bill discreetly using a credit card. Although the card was taken away we were then told "the card machine isn't working"!! Cash only.
How many people carry around much cash nowadays? Not a good end to the evening when you have to organize a whip-round to pay the bill when you have invited guests!!
I don't know what their problem is with cards but they may have lost quite a bit of custom treating people like this - no early warning this time - let themselves down.
4. Easter Peel Farm Coffee & Crafts
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 181 reviews
Reviewed By suzanne M - Forfar, United Kingdom
Started out having a look round the Gift Shop, packed with lots of interesting items from lovely soft Cashmere ponchos in autumn colours to Flavoured Gin ideal for xmas presents. The Felt pictures featuring the sheep were beautiful and the many unique craft items to browse. On through to the the Bric a Brac upcycled furniture another great look round , then onto the cafe for a treat of lunch had the Carrot and Courgette Soup (highly recommend) with home made bread and a super fruit scone and pot of tea to end a lovely visit.The owner lady was very chatty and friendly so all in all my friend and I enjoyed our day at Peel Farm.
5. Glamis Castle Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 147 reviews
this restaurant is located within the Castle itself and is used by the visitors to the ancestral castle where the Bowes- Lyons still live since the 13 Century . The home of the late Queen Mother as it was her fathers castle and estate .
Reviewed By mumof3g - Somerset, United Kingdom
Four of us all had soup, not just any soup but beautiful, creamy, tasty, Cullen skink. Delicious. Best soup I've tasted served with a slice of fresh bread. Lovely cup of tea as well, but the soup......mmmmmmm.
6. Espresso 88
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 66 reviews
Reviewed By avrilg520 - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Compact cafe serving excellent coffee and home baking. Lunch menu looked interesting but we did not have time to stay. Glorious hand made chocolate. A lovely Easter treat.
7. The Steeple
Overall Ratings
4 based on 30 reviews
Takeaway Chip Shop
Reviewed By BillTft - United Kingdom
I have always been well disposed towards the Steeple, Some years ago I left a five star review on here. Alas not after my most recent experience. As with all chippies a lot depends on who is frying that night and how well the staff work together. That is accepted as a simple fact of life so when visiting on this occasion I was impressed to see how well the all youth staff on duty were doing. Service was prompt and efficient, what was appearing from the fryer was good.
The thing that puzzled me was the limp, two thirds sized bit of fish languishing in the cabinet. I was trying to work out if it was battered or in bread crumbs, it was difficult to be sure. It looked like nothing else that was being produced. The conundrum was, what was its purpose, why was it there? I would find out soon enough. It was whisked from the cabinet and deposited in a box in supposed satisfaction of my order. Now if I had been offered a 30% discount in order to disburden them of this anomaly I would have refused and waited for a serving the same size and in the same condition as everyone else’s, happy to pay full price but I wasn’t offered the option. Likewise, if I hadn’t been so gob smacked I might have thrown it back at them and demanded better or simply turned on my heel, written off the £6.15 purchase price and walked out, for ever. The subsequent eating of the fish established that writing off the purchase price might have been the better option and not returning an almost certainty anyway.
Now the moral of the tale is, either be watchful and prepared to do battle or simply refuse to pay until you have seen what you are going to be offered.
For the staff, you may have learned to fry but now you need to learn how quickly you can destroy a perfectly good business by driving customers away, losing their recommendation in the process simply by trying it on, once.
8. Bridges Coffee House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By kittenelbow - Scotland
The cafe we usually visit in Kirriemuir is quite erratic and often closed, including today. This can be frustrating but not now we have discovered Bridges which is just lovely. Delicious date slices, tasty bacon rolls and awesome Cappuccinos with real chocolate sprinkled on top. We've been a couple of times now and Bridges is definitely a new favourite. Really good value and friendly Staff too.
9. Forfar Golf Driving Range
Overall Ratings
4 based on 80 reviews
Coffee shop and golf driving range .Situated on the outskirts of forfar. Plenty parking . Panoramic views of the hills and countryside . Breakfasts , coffee , cake, lunches . Open 7 days a week 8am-4pm daily
Reviewed By Angus E - Kirriemuir, United Kingdom
Alighted from our car after a very short drive, on a very cold but clear December day, into the busy car park of The Forfar ⛳ Golf Range Cafe for a much needed light lunch somewhere familiar, clean and warm. Found a suitable table; wife...MoreThank you for your excellent review, and kind words. Can’t agree with you more . Look forward to seeing you again. Happy new year.
10. The Castle Club
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 157 reviews
Reviewed By EGD44 - Perth, United Kingdom
We met for our Christmas Lunch in a restaurant that we had never previously visited We chose this one because it was convenient for all of us as we were coming from different directions and all except me had Forfar connections either having been born or brought up there. Two had frequented the location when it was the Palais ballroom. This room is now a snooker hall. The ambience of the dining room was great, the food was excellent and the service was first class. A lovely lunch and a great day out. Thoroughly recommended!
