Diners' Choice: Neighborhood gem restaurants in Angus/Fife

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Updated May 05, 2025

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Kinneuchar Inn

4.9

4.9 (132)

£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.

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Anne

Dined 1 day ago

Such a friendly genuine welcome when we arrived . Food was fantastic , wines excellent. Service was so friendly, first time here, holidaying nearby, would recommend this a a must do!

Roo's Leap Montrose

4.8

4.8 (2039)

£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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Gordon

Dined 4 days ago

Great meal and very fresh. Onion rings were immense! Slight confusion on the starter with it being wrong and arriving late but when it did it was lovely. Would definitely recommend and return

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4.8

4.8 (20)

£25 and under

Café

Dundee

About the restaurant

A magnificent former church conversion which is now a licensed coffee shop, art gallery and events space. The William Morris floor to ceiling stained glass windows set the tone.... it's glamourous, comfortable and every detail has been considered. Our food evolves through the day, its generally simple but excellent food, please see the menu for more information. We have GF/Vegan options available.
Watch the website for details of our next live event... tickets always go quickly.

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Gillian

Dined 2 days ago

Absolutely stunning building, with a warm welcome and relaxed atmosphere. Booked for lunch today. The food was delicious. Perfect sized portions and absolutely delighted to be offered a choice of salad dressing on the side 5 ⭐️

The Selkie

4.7

4.7 (978)

£25 and under

Café

Dundee

About the restaurant

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

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Lynda

Dined 7 days ago

Very helpful with allergies and clear on whatO could choose from the menu. We enjoyed all the dishes chosen and would visit again

Sol y Sombra Tapas Bar

4.7

4.7 (143)

£26 to £40

Tapas / Small Plates

Dundee

About the restaurant

Sol y Sombra has been Dundee’s most popular tapas bar since it opened in 2011. Born out of a love for Spanish food and culture, we have created a menu of fresh, authentic and simple tapas. The aim is to recreate the feel of a typical Spanish family meal, so everyone has to share and enjoy the meal as one.

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Jennifer

Dined on Apr 29, 2025

We had the set menu hot and cold tapas. Wish we could have taken the left overs with us, it was so good. You can say what your preferences are so you get dishes you will like. Lots of food and very tasty. Very friendly attentive staff. It was half price Tuesday which made it exceptional value, although it would still have been good value at full price.

The Ferry Selkie

4.7

4.7 (447)

£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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Alison

Dined 3 days ago

Fantastic meal at Ferry Selkie . Every dish was delicious and the service friendly. Also excellent value on a Tuesday

Don Michele

4.6

4.6 (21)

£25 and under

Italian

Dundee

About the restaurant

Don Michele is a family-run italian restaurant that delights in providing every guest with an authentic Italian dining experience. We are proud to offer a varied menu of freshly prepared dishes that will tempt all palates from fish to pizza and meat to pasta.
Ideally situated in the centre/west end of Dundee we offer in a warm, home-like Italian atmosphere where all are welcomed as family and friends.
Whether booked for that romantic occasion, for a larger party or corporate event, we guarantee that you and your guests will be well taken care of by our friendly and attentive staff, you'll thoroughly enjoy your visit to Don Michele.

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Scott

Dined 3 days ago

We were there for a birthday meal and our first visit to the restaurants new location was superb. Greated to a warm welcome and given a lovely table to sit at. Served a nice bottle of Pinot Grigio while our starters were prepared. The calamari was very good, and the bruschetta was outstanding. Then, the spicey penna soprano & the steak pasta with pepper sauce was amazing. By this post, you realise we had a great meal. We will be back.

Taypark House Hotel

4.5

4.5 (676)

£25 and under

British

Dundee

About the restaurant

The original library and drawing room of Taypark House is the perfect home for our impressive restaurant. Each room enjoys uninterrupted views across the botanical gardens and the beautiful, shimmering River Tay. We've sympathetically restored these two rooms to highlight their original features, whilst adding our own modern vintage twist - like the hanging teapot lamps dangling from the ornate plaster ceiling, or the cluster chandelier with pretty, patterned lampshades draped from the central rose. It really is an incredible setting for delicious dining.

Our award winning chef Glenn Roach who has previously held 3 AA rosettes and now already earned 1 AA rosette with his take on home cooking looks to recrate classic dishes and lets the locally sourced produce speak for it self

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Mandy

Dined on Apr 26, 2025

Had a lovely meal here tonight, so fresh and beautifully presented. Staff are wonderful, too, friendly, attentive, and great service. My favourite place in Tayside, beautiful inside and out, with their stunning outside area and great views. I highly recommend

The Nest by The Giddy Goose

4.4

4.4 (52)

£25 and under

Scottish

United Kingdom

About the restaurant

Coming Soon! The Nest by The Giddy Goose

Cafe - Bistro - Bar

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Apr 26, 2025

Gastropub, freshly cooked food which means that there is an occasional wait. Menu varied enough that everyone is catered for including the non-foodies & coeliacs as they cater for GF (though do mention when booking & when ordering, as they separate fryers). Delicious cocktails, again a wait is involved. Reasonably priced wine. Have eaten lunch & dinner here & will visit again soon.

The White Goose

4.0

4 (227)

£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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Sue

Dined on Mar 29, 2025

We had a fantastic meal! Food was excellent and service was fabulous! We would highly recommend!