Granite Cafe - Menu

Main St, Dumfries Galloway, United Kingdom

🛍 Cafe, Fish, Coffee, Breakfast

4.1 💬 117 Reviews
Granite Cafe

Address: Main St, Dumfries Galloway, United Kingdom

City: Dumfries Galloway

Menu Dishes: 9

Reviews: 117

"We were on a family day out and had just visited the amazing Dalbeattie Museum (can’t recommend this enough! and were recommended the Granite Kitchen as a lunch option. The restaurant itself has a cosy atmosphere. We were welcomed to a table and given menus. The waitress, who was lovely, came to take our order and we asked for the soup and sandwich deal from the menu. I’m not sure if it was the cook or the owner, but a lady came from the kitchen area and told us in a very stern tone there would be no soup as ‘it’s summer, and too hot for her’. Given that we were asking for something that was listed on the menu we were a bit taken aback by her attitude she made us feel like we’d asked for slugs on toast and the other people in the restaurant turned to look at the table as they too had been surprised by her tone. Given that soup and a sandwich takes up at least a third of the menu and also that we hadn’t been told there were any changes to the menu we were really surprised at her attitude and it made us feel really uncomfortable. We had two young children with us so took another look at the menu and decided to opt for the fish and chips. To which the cook/owner lady came to announce there was ‘NO FISH!’ (Which ruled out most of the rest of the menu! The lovely waitress looked a bit embarrassed by her attitude and it was an all round awful experience. Maybe they were having an off day, but they absolutely need to work on their customer service skills. The waiting staff should be versed on what is/isn’t available and there is NEVER a need to make someone feel uncomfortable for ordering something which is quite clearly listed on the menu. There are lots of lovely eateries nearby and I would recommend giving this one a miss."

Full menu - 9 options

All prices are estimates on menu.

Dessert

Salads

Soups

Chicken

Fish Dishes

Desserts

Sandwiches

Michelle52Bury Michelle52Bury

Angela and her team never disappoint- excellent as always. A buffet that everyone enjoyed, second to none! Thank you.

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jrmargaret
jrmargaret

Lovely little cafe , very friendly staff and excellent food. Don't eat too much first course because the desserts are absolutely fantastic !


Rhona
Rhona

Very friendly staff and food was good. Limited gluten free options but I had a gf toastie and it was great for lunch. Very cosy and lovely people.


arfonj2021
arfonj2021

Stopped off for lunch after walk in Dalbeattie Town Woods. Substantial well cooked meals for a very reasonable price and good service. Popular spot with local students which in itself is a good recommendation. Popular venue. View menu


277beverleyn
277beverleyn

Went to the granite kitchen with family we had ordered the afternoon tea what a lovely surprise it was. Plenty of sandwiches and cakes lots of tea and the service was really nice and the staff friendly. Would recommend if you fancy a treat.


Lakelandman
Lakelandman

Called in for a spot of lunch Lovely friendly young lady waiting on with glasses on give her a pat on the back great service Gluten free options good toastie was spot on and my chip butty great plenty of food and very cheap thanks guys and well done


1945DJM
1945DJM

Although we were only in for a quick snack once we saw the cakes we could not resist. We had a chocolate orange cake, a red velvet cake and a rainbow cake and they were among the best we have ever had. The service was excellent and it is clear not only that this cafe is very busy but they had a great rapport with their customers. View menu


johnrg2013
johnrg2013

i enjoy my visits to the granite the place offers a great selection of goodies from daily made scones and soups threw to main courses and of course the amazing deserts made on site fresh by the chef this is a busy place again locals are loyal to the granite due to the quality of the food and friendly atmosphere and great staff portions are perfect soups are brilliant easy to find on the main street


Graeme
Graeme

Very odd. Chef lady was abrupt and rude to our family. When we asked for two children to split an adult main course (they didn 't do it on the kids menu), we were told we 'd have to pay extra for another empty plate. Never had this in a cafe before. You 're doing me out of a meal was the reason. Then the lady got ruder as we chose to leave. Then she sort of apologised and then started mouthing off again. Weird. Bit embarrassing to be honest. Will not be back. Ever. And we are locals. Luckily lots of nice places nearby. With friendly staff.


Bridget
Bridget

We were on a family day out and had just visited the amazing Dalbeattie Museum (can’t recommend this enough! and were recommended the Granite Kitchen as a lunch option. The restaurant itself has a cosy atmosphere. We were welcomed to a table and given menus. The waitress, who was lovely, came to take our order and we asked for the soup and sandwich deal from the menu. I’m not sure if it was the cook or the owner, but a lady came from the kitchen area and told us in a very stern tone there would be no soup as ‘it’s summer, and too hot for her’. Given that we were asking for something that was listed on the menu we were a bit taken aback by her attitude she made us feel like we’d asked for slu... View menu

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  • Cafe Indulge in our vibrant cafe selection, offering an array of freshly brewed coffees, artisanal teas, and delectable pastries, paired with cozy ambiance for a delightful dining experience.
  • Fish Delight in our exquisite fish dishes, crafted from the freshest catch of the day. From grilled favorites to savory stews, our menu celebrates the ocean's bounty with flavors to satisfy every palate. View menu
  • Coffee Indulge in our rich and aromatic coffee selection, expertly brewed to awaken your senses. From classic espresso to creamy lattes, discover the perfect blend to start your day on a flavorful note.
  • Breakfast Start your day with our delicious breakfast options, featuring everything from classic eggs and pancakes to healthy smoothies and yogurt. Perfect for a hearty meal or a light morning bite!

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