10 Best Restaurants In Dundee

Bridgeview Station is housed within an iconic Victorian station on Dundee’s waterfront. Patrons can expect casual dining with local seasonal produce and gorgeous views over the River Tay. Bridgeview Station was based on the original design of Dundee’s Magdalen Green Station and you’ll also find a 1870s railway carriage that serves as the restaurant’s takeaway outlet.

The restaurant serves breakfast and lunch. Hungry diners can load up on the Bridgeview Breakfast, which includes Falconers steak sausage, Falconers black pudding, a tattie scone and much more. The lunch menu has an eclectic variety of sandwiches, from beer-battered haddock to bahn mi baguette and lighter fare. Finish your meal with something sweet; we like the sticky toffee pudding.

Piccolo opened in 2007 and since then it has been serving traditional Italian food in a small, intimate setting: it seats a maximum of 30 guests. The restaurant prides itself on using locally sourced produce that is purchased on a daily basis.

Whether you choose to sit indoors or outside, Piccolo’s menu provides plenty of options for Italian food lovers. Select from first course dishes such as Asparagus Milanese, with asparagus tips, fried egg and Parmigiana Reggiano, or Italian rollatini, which is buffalo mozzarella wrapped with prosciutto and oven-baked. Main dishes might feature seafood, chicken, steak or vegetable pasta. Be sure to save room for dessert, because no Italian meal is complete without a classic tiramisu.

From a prime location on City Square, Gidi Grill brings a bit of Nigeria, plus a dash of Jamaica, to Dundee. A celebration of Western African heritage brings the sumptuous aromas and vibrant flavours of Lagos to the table, alongside the bold spices of the Caribbean. Combined, this team creates some showstopping fusion menus.

Pull up a seat in the stylish, modern interior, or if you’re visiting during the warmer months sit outside and enjoy the lively atmosphere of the city. Seafood fans should try the Gidi Grill snapper fillet and king prawns for juicy grilled flavours. Make sure you save room for the chilli brownies and rum cakes.

If you’re looking for something highly exclusive to impress your travelling companions, make a reservation at the underground dining room of the Howff Secret Supper Club. It’s only open on Fridays and Saturdays, making those tables even harder to come by, but the unforgettable experience is well worth the effort.

Every 2 months the chefs set a new menu of 8 courses complete with wine pairings to compliment the flavour profile of each dish. Allow the experts to take you on a culinary adventure and try things that are a little out of the ordinary, like gamey ox tongue or buttery smooth black cod, prepared to gourmet standards.

With its extensive, frequently updated menu, Don Michele Italian Restaurant should satisfy all your cravings. This warm, welcoming Italian bistro on the west side of Dundee is a lovely spot to relax and indulge in some authentic Mediterranean cuisine. You can expect to find a variety of pizzas, such as the pizza di parma topped with thinly sliced cured ham, and signature dishes like the pollo Don Michele, which features pan-fried chicken and gooey scamorza cheese. 

The chefs are all Italian natives and bring their homegrown knowledge to the kitchen. While we encourage you to take advantage of that at this inviting venue, a takeaway service is also available.

Tahini seeks to provide food lovers with the authentic flavours of the eastern Mediterranean and culinary traditions of the Middle East. You can expect laffa-wrapped chicken shawarma, baba ghanoush and delectable vegetable samosas. Tahini is a popular lunch destination but stays open into the evening for those nights when you fancy lamb skewers and stuffed peppers. Go for weekend tapas to sample a little bit of everything.

Tahini is in the heart of Dundee on Bank Street, making it easily accessible for most visitors to the city. Expect colourful meals and lively decor. You’ll find vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options too, making it a great place for bringing together large groups or families with different dietary requirements.

The chic Collinsons Restaurant boasts a spot among the Michelin Guide restaurants. As such, diners can expect consistently prepared meals in elegant and modern surroundings. The menu varies because the restaurant features seasonal and local produce when it’s at its freshest. Be prepared for gourmet offerings that might include smoked haddock, loin of roe deer or Scottish scallops.

The restaurant also features a well-considered wine list including everything from premium champagnes to moderately priced house wines. From the outside, Collinsons is hard to miss with its name etched across floor-to-ceiling windows.

For an authentic taste of the Far East, Rama Thai Dundee gets consistently favourable reviews for its exceptional food. The restaurant’s themed decor sets the scene for aromatic curries and sizzling hot dishes accented with lime leaves, ginger and chilli. If you are unable to get a table at this popular venue, we recommend ordering a takeaway.

Many items on the menu come with your choice of meat, fish or vegan option. For extra drama, order a sizzler platter. You’ll find it among the specials. Make sure to give your sweet tooth a treat too: Gluay Buat Chee is a hot coconut milk dessert with either bananas or lychees sprinkled with sesame seeds.

The Tayview Hotel Restaurant is located in one of the oldest hotels in Dundee with a history dating back to the late 1800s. If its interior was not already charming enough, the hotel also offers stunning views over the River Tay.

The restaurant itself serves a delightful mix of Indian and European cuisine with several vegetarian and vegan options. Inspired by the major food regions of India, the menu features dishes such as Desi lamb, Kashmiri tikka masala and Jaipuri, a fusion of mixed peppers, onions, ginger, garlic and green chillies, finished with a touch of coconut cream. If you’re looking for something a little more local, try the grilled Scottish salmon with garlic herb butter.

Step into the bright, inviting Rancho Pancho for some delicious Mexican fare, accompanied by a range of margaritas, plus cocktails and a wide selection of Mexican beers. Settle in with a Maui Margarita or a cold bottle of Corona and enjoy the lively atmosphere as you peruse the menu. 

Perhaps you’ll begin with nachos grande before digging into a taco, burrito or enchilada. The restaurant’s specials include picadillo, which is a homemade steak-mince chilli served with tortilla chips, rice and sour cream. Seafood lovers should try the shrimp veracruz, which features seasoned prawns sauteed in a tomatillo sauce with jalapenos, onions and tomatoes. Finish it all off with churros, Mexican-style doughnut sticks served with a rich dipping sauce.