3 Best Pubs in Dumfries & Galloway, UK

Expert-recommended Top 3 Pubs in Dumfries & Galloway, UK. All of our pubs actually undergo a rigorous 50-Point Inspection, which includes local reviews, history, business standards, ratings, satisfaction, trust, price and their trading excellence. You deserve only the best!

11+ YEARS IN TBR
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CAVENS ARMS

20 Buccleuch Street, Dumfries & Galloway DG1 2AH, UK Directions

Since 2003

Speciality:

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Cavens Arms is a traditional pub for classic comfort staples alongside a full bar with real ales and cocktails. The pub is well-recognised by local people. They serve great, home-cooked food, fantastic real ales, wines, spirits and cocktails in a relaxed atmosphere. Cavens Arms pub also specialises in providing various delicious dishes at reasonable costs. Their menu has grown considerably; good old-fashioned fish and chips remain their best-selling dish. Cavens Arms provides tasty food that skilled cooks prepare with first-quality ingredients and traditional recipes. They are also excited to introduce their new beer garden, and the beer barn is fully rain-protected, heated, and dog-friendly. Dine-in and takeaway options are also available. You can surprise your loved ones with gift cards.

2025 Update: This award-winning pub was opened by Faye and Gary Jeffries. They are passionate and proud about serving you delicious food made from the best ingredients. The pub also offers a range of vegetarian and vegan dishes to tempt your taste buds.

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Dumfries CAMRA Awards in 2006-2022
Registration SC397028

Price:

Starters
Homemade Soup Of The Day £6.95
Cavens Combo For One £9.95
Sharing Platter £18.95
Cavens Nachos £9.95
Garlic Bread (V) £4.95
With Mozzarella Cheese £6.95
Tempura Battered King Prawns £8.95
Haggis Leek & Cheese Melt £9.95
Prawn Cocktail £9.95
Fish Goujons In Cavens Batter £9.95
Cavens Classics
Fish N Chips £18.95
Homemade Steak Pie £18.95
Breaded Whitby Scampi £18.95
Beef Lasagne £17.95
Vegetarian Lasagne (V) £16.95
Macaroni Cheese (V) £16.95
Mushroom Broccoli & Pea Tikka Masala (VE) £15.95
Cavens Battered Sweet & Sour Chicken £19.95
Philadelphia Steak Baguette £16.95
Chicken Tikka Masala £19.95
Criffel Chicken (G) £19.95
Cavens All Day Breakfast £15.95
Sweet Chilli Chicken (G) £19.95
Haggis Neeps & Tatties £14.95
Haggis Leek & Cheese Melt £17.95
Chicken Cavens (G) £19.95
10oz Gammon Steak £18.95
Lowland Chicken £19.95

Contact:

01387 252896

Mon: 3pm - 10:30pm
Tue & Thu: 12pm - 10:30pm
Wed,Fri & Sat: 12pm - 11:30pm
Sun: 12:30pm - 10:30pm

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3+ YEARS IN TBR
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LOCKARDS FARM

Lockerbie Road, Dumfries & Galloway DG1 3PF, UK Directions

Speciality:

Whisky Ales Beer Gin Red Rose and White Wines Spirits Cocktails Brandy and Vodka Houmous Olives Prawn Cocktail Sticky Chicken Baked Feta Halloumi Fries Soup of the Day Chicken Liver and Brandy Pâté Mini Smoked Haddock Crispy Coated BBQ Cauliflower Wings Baked Lamb Koftas Salt & Pepper Calamari Buttermilk Chicken Tenders Slow-Roasted Tomato Red Leicester Arancini

Lockards Farm is perfect for an impromptu lunch, family meal, cosy dinner for two, or drinks and share platters with friends. When the weather is nice, you can enjoy alfresco dining in the beer garden, which features a fabulous pagoda and contemporary furniture. Lockards Farm also offers a fun indoor play zone for pre-schoolers and a fenced outdoor play area for older children. While the kids play, adults can relax with a pint of real ale, a craft beer, or a glass of red wine. The bar has an extensive selection of beers, wines, and soft drinks, providing plenty of choice. Their menus change with the seasons to offer exceptional produce crafted with quality ingredients by their kitchen teams. Whatever you're in the mood for, you'll find it at Lockards Farm in Dumfries.

2025 Update: The pub offers a diverse menu of delicious dishes to satisfy every palate, along with an extensive selection of guest beers, ciders, wines, and spirits to perfectly complement your meal.

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Price:

STARTERS
Tomato & Basil Soup £5.79
Vegan Tomato Basil Soup £5.79
Chicken Liver Brandy Pâté £7.29
Garlic Cheddar Mushrooms £6.99
Crispy Whitebait £6.79
BBQ Cauliflower Wings £6.29
Crispy BBQ Chicken Strips £6.79
Sticky Chicken £6.79
Halloumi Fries £6.99
Baked Camembert (Serves 2–3) £13.50
MAINS
Whitby Scampi Garden Peas £13.49
Whitby Scampi Mushy Peas £13.49
Pan Fried Sea Bass £19.50
Fish & Chips Garden Peas £16.29
Fish & Chips Mushy Peas £16.29
Pan Roasted Salmon £19.50
Lamb Rump & Mini Pie Duo £20.99
Sunshine Salad BBQ Cauli Wings £14.99
Sunshine Salad Chicken Bacon £14.99
Hunter’s Chicken Schnitzel £15.79
Thai Vegetable Red Curry £15.29
Chicken Tikka Masala £15.29
Rich Beef Lasagne £14.79
SIGNATURE FLATBREADS
Flatbread Base £15.99
Chicken Chorizo Skewer £4.29
Halloumi Red Pepper Skewer £4.29
BBQ Cauli Wings Skewer £4.29
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Contact:

01387 261618

Mon-Sun: 9am - 10pm

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The Steamboat Inn
The Steamboat Inn
The Steamboat Inn
10+ YEARS IN TBR
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THE STEAMBOAT INN

Carsethorn, Dumfries & Galloway DG2 8DS, UK Directions

Since 1562

Speciality:

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The Steamboat Inn is a locally owned pub that has a nice ambience inside, which gives a feeling of relaxation. They offer various drink varieties at attractive prices, including beers, wines, ales, cocktails, etc. Their captivating surroundings and quirky features provide a unique bar area, pleasant dining experience and excellent bed and breakfast in Carsethorn near Dumfries. They specialise in providing a range of dishes for kids on their menu. The Steamboat Inn has unique features, such as Disabled access, an accessible toilet and baby changing area, free parking and wifi. You can celebrate the occasions catered for weddings, birthdays, etc. Dine-in, takeout and outdoor seating are also available.

2025 Update: Guests can enjoy their cosy fires in the winter or bask in the beautiful surroundings during the warmer months with plenty of seating for both indoor and outdoor dining.

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Best Pub in D & G by National Pub Bar Awards in 2016-2021

Price:

APPETISERS
Signature Seafood Chowder £13
Prawn & Crayfish Cocktail £10
Haggis Flatbread £10
Cajun Chicken Nachos £10
Tempura King Prawns £10
Creamy Garlic Mushrooms £8
Chef’s Soup £8
FISH & SEAFOOD
Classic Fish & Chips £17
Classic Steamboat Scampi (10pcs) £16
Classic Steamboat Scampi (20pcs) £23
Signature Seafood Chowder £25
Pan Seared Salmon Fillet £23
Steamboat Seafood Platter for 2 Price varies
MAINS
Steak & Ale Pie £17
Pan Roasted Chicken Breast £18
Classic Mac & Cheese £15
Add Crispy Bacon £2.50
Add Haggis £3
Add Garlic King Prawns £6
10oz Gammon Steak £19
10oz Ribeye Steak £32
Add Peppercorn Sauce or Garlic Butter £2.50
Add Garlic King Prawns £6
Pasta Alla Norma £14
Add Garlic King Prawns £6
SIDES
Onion Rings £4
Skin-on-Fries £4
Truffle & Parmesan Fries £5
Coleslaw £4
Garlic Ciabatta £4
Cheesy Garlic Ciabatta £5<

Contact:

01387 880631

Mon-Wed: 12pm - 10pm
Thu-Sun: 12pm - 12am

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