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Name: The Mill
Address: Dundee Road, Forfar, Angus, United Kingdom, DD8 1XF
Telephone: 01307 469486
Price range: £25 and under
Rating: 4.7

The Mill

4.7

188 Reviews

£25 and under

Café

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Breakfast is served from 10am - 11.30am (last online booking 11.15am)
Lunch is served from 11.30am - 4pm (last online booking 3pm)

The Mill was born in September 2013 around the idea that food should be simple, fresh and local.

Following a devastating fire, The Mill has been lovingly restored to reflect the charm of our local community. Over the past decade, we have sought to create a social hub for locals and a welcoming home from home for visitors.

Our menus are expertly crafted but refreshingly unfussy. Our dedicated team always on hand but never intrusive. We strictly use Fairtrade tea and coffee and ensure that our menus embrace the freshest produce from local suppliers.

Whether it is to enjoy a light snack, a special lunch or to simply spend a lazy afternoon with friends and a cuppa – our friendly staff will ensure you are well looked after.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Café, Bistro
Hours of operation
Daily 10:00 am–4:00 pm
Phone number
01307 469486
Website
http://www.themillforfar.com/
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
Dundee Road, Forfar, Angus DD8 1XF
Neighborhood
Dundee
Parking details
Plenty of on-premises parking.
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 188 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

188 Reviews

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AllanT
Angus
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Mill was faultless as usual. Opentable was a disaster. I gave my guest details to Openable. She clicked on the message they sent and she got bombarded with messages. On the day OpenTable set my phone to "do not disturb" without my permission (presumably this is hidden in the small print somewhere). It meant that I my guest could not phone me when she got lost. It got worse. A business contact from 400 miles away got her phoned phone blocked by Openable. THEY ARE NOT WORTH ALL THE TROUBLE THEY CAUSED!
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AnnetteM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I met a friend for lunch and we both had the goats cheese salad which was excellent! The service was superb and we did not feel rushed at all. We will definitely be back! Thank you.
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MelN
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had really enjoyable lunch as per usual , cant fault anything about the food or the staff , especially when the staff went out to help my mum after she fell of her bike on the Fri n thanks to Lorna n Helen for staying with my mum till she got checked over by the ambulance staff before getting taken away by ambulance to ninewells hospital , staff are really friendly n helpful as well , has time to speak to there customers when while taken their order for there drinks n food , 😁been 3 times twice with my family n once with my pal since it was her very first time eating here n she will be back again for the food n drink found the staff helpful n friendly as well 😁
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DianeK
Orlando
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, great service, lovely place. Great knowledge of gluten free, very comfortable eating here as a coeliac, lots of choice too.
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JeanE
Angus
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 23, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
We had a very nice lunch, the food was cooked well and the service was very good. A really nice experience and would definitely go back.
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AllanT
Angus
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
we have not had the “Sunday special” before. It was good excursion from the standard menu- roast pork.
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derekm
Angus
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always friendly , great atmosphere especially the wood burner . The food is excellent
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GeorgeWM
Angus
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on May 5, 2023
overall2food4service2ambience2
Arrived on time, but only two of us, third person couldn’t make it, table was reserved so we sat down, despite telling the person we first spoke to there was only two of us, we sat for a short while and warmed the chairs, then someone came and asked us if we mined but could he split the tables so we were moved, money is more a consideration here than customers, we ordered and our meal of macaroni was delivered very quickly as was the side order of chips! The food was hot and the chips were delicious, as we were eating and chatting a waiter came to our table and almost rushed us to finish, which I did even though I was still eating, we were asked if we wanted coffee, we said no and then we both felt very uncomfortable, it was like you’ve eaten now leave, we want your table, not good customer experience, although the food was good unfortunately we won’t be back due to being rushed at our meal and table and the way we were treated, sorry 😢
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Rhona
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 1, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
The Mill is a super handy location with good food and service
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JoannaF
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Friendly, attentive staff. Food was excellent and served quickly. Lovely atmosphere, warm and cosy. Will definitely be back
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derekm
Angus
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service , welcoming and friendly. Lovely atmosphere with the woodburner . The breakfast rolls and coffee were just right with generous fillings
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JillW
Angus
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and prompt service. We will be back for more
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PhilipB
Angus
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service, great fresh food, nice ambience.
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JoanneW
Aberdeen
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
We had a great lunch, good atmosphere for a Monday. Good choice on menu. Staff really lovely.
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Anonymous
Yorkshire
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely stop on the way up to Aberdeenshire from Edinburgh. Stopped on the way back again, as the food was amazing and staff were very friendly! Great find.
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SamanthaM
Angus
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 8, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
It was amazing! Lovely place. The service was a tad on the slow side, when you're dining with a toddler isn't great. However the food was very nice cooked and presented well, I had a steak ciabatta and the only thing is it came medium rare where I would of asked for ot well done but was still really good
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MaggieK
Minneapolis
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on April 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We come here for breakfast regularly and we are never disappointed. We love the front room, “the mill” and everyone is friendly. The food is of great quality and value.
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Blackjack
Angus
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Friendly staff nice clean place and very good food
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Ellas
Angus
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
They did not have my open table reservation so open table was rubbish. The staff luckily managed to find us a table by chance as it was very busy and they had no record of my booking
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PatriciaE
Angus
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food, perfect for a light bite or lunch. Very pleasant staff.
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derekm
Angus
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Just started coming here . Great atmosphere, love the wood burner , very friendly and helpful service
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DawnH
Angus
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 25, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Lovely location, lovely building..clean facilities
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WASNR
Inverness
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Warm welcome from staff and from the wood burning fire! Service was excellent and food very tasty. I have dined here on numerous occasions and have recommended it to friends and family.
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FayeL
Glasgow
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was great and the service was quick and efficient. We had a lovely view out onto the hills and the place was warm and had a great atmosphere. Thanks for a great Mother’s day meal.
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LyndaS
Angus
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Enjoyed a delicious Mother’s Day breakfast at The Mill. Fresh, hot food served by very friendly staff. Quick service and lovely atmosphere. Would 100% recommend 😃
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Lunchingladies
Angus
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Super food friendly service. Definitely recommend
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SophiaM
Angus
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We make regular visits to the Mill because we know the food is good, you get excellent friendly service, the ambiance is just right and access is good. Thank you
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DeniseB
Angus
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Every time I come to The Mill it is always busy, staff incredibly lovely, food excellent, it's clean, bright, great atmosphere. Couldn't fault it. Only recommendation would be to increase parking area as took a while to find a space.
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MarkC
Angus
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 17, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great coffee and bacon rolls. Comfortable to sit and chat.
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JannetteT
Angus
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Staff were amazing … food was fabulous and the seating area was perfect (we were in the small side) it was so good we went back the next day ! It was VERY busy 15/2 and we were in the bigger area but food was still fantastic and staff done great considering how busy it was. Will be back again :)
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OpenTable Diner
Edinburgh
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I had a lovely lunch here a couple of days ago. Food was excellent, especially the Cullen Skink! Service was great and very friendly. I highly recommend The Mill.
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Nicky
Angus
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on January 29, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience2
The Mill Restaurant in the round tower was very very cold when we arrived for breakfast. Requested to be moved to table nearer the log burning fire.
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MegB
Angus
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food and excellent service. The waiting staff were very friendly
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Winerdiner
Toronto
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on January 8, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
The Mill is the ideal place to visit on a chilly winter afternoon…. the cosy wood burner, original beams and stone walls of the granary give the restaurant a welcoming ambience. The staff were attentive and delightful and the food from the small, but nicely varied menu delicious. We will definitely return soon!
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LynseyH
Edinburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time I had been here and I could t have been more delighted - lovely staff, excellent food and perfect environment.
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Gargle
Angus
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 5, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience4
Service was slow for it being pretty quiet! Food was good, only issue was menu said Haddock and chunky chips- we received fries but was not too much of an issue. Great coffees
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SteveS
Angus
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 30, 2022
overall3food5service3ambience5
Great food as always, only issue was being greeted with “we’ll need the table back in an hour, as we are busy”. Hardly my fault the place has been overbooked and it did make for a rushed lunch. Shame.
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AndrewI
Angus
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
A lovely dining experience. The staff were friendly and helpful and nothing was too much trouble.
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EveY
Glasgow
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent local restaurant. Great value, tasty food and friendly staff.
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AllisonS
Angus
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic food, great service, great place to go.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Contact tracing information collected

FAQs

The Mill is rated 4.7 stars by 188 OpenTable diners.

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Dundee Road, Forfar, Angus DD8 1XF

Additional information

Neighborhood
Dundee
Hours of operation
Daily 10:00 am–4:00 pm
Cuisines
Café, Bistro
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Plenty of on-premises parking.
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.themillforfar.com/
Phone number
01307 469486

The Mill

Not available on OpenTable

Additional information

Overall ratings and reviews

Cleaning & sanitizing

Physical distancing

Protective equipment

Screening

FAQs

How is The Mill restaurant rated?

Not available on OpenTable

Additional information