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Haggis Scotch Egg / Garlic Aioli - The Back Street Restaurant, Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway

The Back Street Restaurant

4.8
4.8
443 Reviews
£25 and under
British

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2 people
19:00
Booked 1 time today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for groups
The Back Street is a first floor restaurant in the heart of Dumfries town centre. With an ever-changing menu full of locally sourced ingredients, chef & owner William Wakefield along with his wife Suzanne and their team are sure to have something for you. Try the signature Haggis Scotch Egg, a mouth watering steak, or perhaps some locally sourced Venison. Elderflower & Vodka Parfait for dessert? Yes Please! Enjoy your food with some of the fantastic cocktails, wine, gin, whisky and rum on offer. Suzanne's famous Pornstar Martini is to die for!


Sit back, relax, and enjoy the casual welcoming atmosphere in one of Dumfries' most fun and stylish restaurants and let William & Suzanne's team do the rest.



Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Scottish
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–11:30 pm
  • Phone number
    01387 248008
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

What 443 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Back Street Restaurant in Dumfries offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food," friendly service, and a "fantastic atmosphere." Their renowned steak night provides "excellent value," while the varied menu pleases diverse palates. Despite occasional noise, the cozy ambience and attentive staff make it a highly recommended spot for culinary enjoyment.

443 Reviews
  1. Stacy

    Glasgow

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 20 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have eaten at the Back Street many times and the food is always outstanding! We always go just before Christmas as a family tradition and find it good value for the quality. Thanks again!

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  2. Sharon

    Dumfries and Galloway

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food served by friendly and courteous staff .

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  3. Lisa

    Dumfries and Galloway

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We visited for the first time for my boyfriends 40th. It fell on a Wednesday so it was an easy option to book for the steak sharer option. The value was unquestionable before we even set foot through the door! £50 for 2 people to be fed and watered it incredible! Anyway, we arrived, all the staff were super friendly and welcoming. We were offered drinks almost immediately. Our server was lovely, offered above and beyond what we expected and gave good recommendations on options available whilst just having a wee chat. While we waited on our food to arrive we had some salt and vinegar popcorn to snack on....very moreish The atmosphere was so relaxed. Christmas tunes playing in the background and beautifully decorated too. Of course we were there for the food and were blown away with the value versus the quality. The steak was cooked to perfection 👌🏼 the mac and cheese was delish 😋 the chips were immense and the extra onion rings were possibly the best we have ever tasted 🤌🏼 Even though the birthday boy was feeling unwell he really enjoyed his evening and we can't wait to come back again. Will defo be recommending to family and friends and putting a gift voucher on the next gift wish list 😉

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  4. Julie

    Dumfries and Galloway

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Christmas menu was amazing and very affordable but the food was delicious, beautiful detail in presentation but the flavours within each dish were just perfect! Highly recommend!!

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  5. Nicola

    Cumbria

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing, we had pre ordered. Bar service was a bit slow, it was very busy

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  6. Graham

    Dumfries and Galloway

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Xmas menu excellent the beef in particular was delicious.

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  7. Paul

    Yorkshire

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 11 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Quality local restaurant, relaxed service, outstanding food. Sadly I’m not on the doorstep.

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  8. Sandra

    Edinburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Had the steak night menu . Was tasty and good value . It’s our second time there and will definitely visit again

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  9. Martyn

    Dumfries and Galloway

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely meal so quick coming out worth the booking Loveky food 😋

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  10. James

    Dumfries and Galloway

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 27 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We chose the steak night menu and it was excellent. A good night out.

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The Back Street Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 443 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 1 time today
Google Map for The Back Street Restaurant

103 Queensberry St, Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway DG1 1BH

Additional information

  • Area
    Dumfries
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–11:30 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Scottish
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
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