Del Amitri in Dumfries & Galloway

A thoroughly enjoyable and high quality Sunday lunch. All 3 courses were home made. 100% satisfaction and a good price. If you like a robust coffee after your meal, I recommend you try one.

Lovely restaurant and delicious food done in a tapas style, beautiful fresh seafood and plenty more to choose from, I’d highly recommend this restaurant if you’re in the area!!

We had a delicious meal here whilst on holiday. The food was excellent and the staff were great too. Very nice views out to the beach.

WOW!!! Whilst stating at the Powfoot Hotel we enjoyed 3 meals here & they were all amazing! The food is servedlike a tapas style which was a gdnius idea! You get to try a few different dishes during 1 meal & they are served when each dish is ready which means you don't feel full as quickly :) The flavours & attention to detail made this some of the best food we have ever eaten! Will definitely be back!!

Absolutely outstanding food for quality and price! We couldn’t decide what to order and so we literally ordered one of everything off the menu! The haggis stovies have me converted, the fillet of beef with chimichurri was drool worthy and the veal burger from the bar menu was delicious. Can’t wait to see what new treats will be on the menu when we return to Scotland next year!

We went to Del amitri last night for dinner. It is located within Powfoot hotel. For the non locals and the users of sat nav do not despair as you travel into what appears empty farmlands. Stick with it and all will be revealed when you reach the coast and minutes later the hotel. There are stunning views from the hotel and restaurant within. We were greeted warmly and shown to our table. We had booked early that day. Booking ahead is essential here. We were in the restaurant but meals are also served in the bar. I cannot give any details on the bar. The menu at this restaurant is strange in that one chooses 2/3 dishes and maybe a side dish all of which come in tapas style whenever they are ready. It is an interesting and almost novel way to dine. The food had a Mediterranean/ British feel to it. We had various dishes , 3 each and a side each including crayfish/samphire salad, roast chicken on a bean cassoulet and haggis stovies. About 80% of the way through the meal we had to wave the white flag. Maybe 2 dishes and a side each next time. Dessert and coffee ended our amazing visit. This is not a restaurant for those on a budget. We did not grudge a penny of our bill for this amazing gourmet experience but I had to make this point clear. We have also earmarked the hotel for our next visit to the area. The staff have advised it can be an “interesting “ location in rougher sea conditions. A restaurant not to be missed.

Another wedding anniversary visit for us, and yet again a lovely meal , excellent service and the view over the Solway. Having eaten here a few times we have got to trust the chefs , and are willing to go out on a limb taste wise and try something. We have yet to be let down. The food is always superb, with wonderful taste combinations. The service from our charming waitress was at once efficient , friendly, and knowledgeable, without ever bordering on over or under attentive. They seem to be on top of all aspects of the dining experience here from the moment you walk through the door to the moment you leave. Highly recommended

This was our first visit and we were extremely impressed. Staff were super friendly, the menu was fantastic, the food was packed with flavour and imagination and the presentation was flawless. The restaurant is a nice size making it intimate instead of noisy. Background music was just right as was the table layout. Looking forward to going in the summer with the views through those big windows.

All the dishes we tried had clearly been well thought out with great attention to detail. There were several favours on the plate, which complimented each other beautifully. Definetly try something different if you enjoy new foods, but there are also the pub classics like lasagne and burgers for those who want to stick to what they know. I'm sure these are delicious too. My only regret is not visiting sooner! We will certainly be returning to try more of the menu.

Called in with my wife and two friends for Sunday lunch in the bar. We were made to feel welcome and the service was friendly and fast. Two had the roast beef and the other two the cod. We all thoroughly enjoyed our meals which were cooked to perfection.

We had travelled from Cheshire en route to Isle of Arran and wanted to eat in the Hotel's restaurant. The food was excellent with a good choice of dishes and the wine list was sufficient for us to find a good wine to go with our delightful food.Well recommended either when "just visiting" or staying at the hotel or surrounding accommodation.

Had a meal here as a family. Must say it lived up to the reviews and we really enjoyed our evening. We were served by a lovely lady who said she only worked weekends, she should work more, she was a delight. Not in your face but very attentive and down to earth. The food was anything but “down to earth”. More like out of this world, we will definitely be back. Have to say super outlook from the bay window, any season would be perfect but mid storm was quite dramatic.You must try the three lemon desert, delicious. Great wine list too.

My daughter rated this as five star, and I cannot disagree, I had the steak with an incredible sauce - which I will endevour to recreate for friends. Lovely service sea view and a smashing meal.I always promise my daughter that she can choose one place to revisit if she really likes ot while on holiday - this is looking the favorite at the moment

Superb restaurant. 4 th visit and food equally good every time. Had the egg and soldiers starter. Deep fried breaded egg with asparagus to dip. Gorgeous. Followed by the Ling with a mackerel fish cake. To finish a tasting of Rhubarb.All food amazing and very cheap for the quality. Staff charming , espresso martini amazing. Go , you will not be disappointed. Already planning next trip

Had heard mixed reviews so decided to try for ourselves, we were all very hungry and looking forward to a meal. When we arrived it wssnt very busy. We sat at a table and waited...and waited. Nobody acknowledged us so we asked for a menu at the bar. There wasnt a huge choice on the menu but we chose and waited...and waited. Decided to order at the bar to be told somebody would come to the table, but again waited and waited. The waitresses kept walking past but never looked our way, so we left. So never got to try the food so cant rate it but service is dismal.

Seven hungry cyclists were amply satisfied and impressed! Comfortable restaurant, with beautiful view over the Solway. Staff friendly and helpful.

I belong to a local weekly walking group & last nights walk was around Powfoot.

Me and my wife have been coming to this restaurant for a long time now and never once had a bad starter main or dessert. Lisa and her staff all make you welcome, on our visit today we both had the crab dish my wife went for her normal beef main while I had lamb then we both went for the warm banana dessert. It is advisable that you book ahead as it is a very busy restaurant. The price is on par with a lot of eating places today but the food here has to be tasted to be appreciated. The people that moan about the prices here should stick to there two meals for £10 at there local pub they obviously don’t appreciate fine dining.

When we visited in May the restaurant was closed but the Powfoot Hotel offered the Del Amitri meals. No need to book a table. The food was delicious, the staff was friendly. Nice being at Powfoot again.

A quite nice culinary experience. Great view (we were here for lunchtime) on the sea, but also very nice food. Definitely Scottish and using the good ingredients from the region, but also modern, inventive and quite tastful. Smallish but delicious portions. Great dessert too.

We re-visited Del Amitri’s as a Birthday was close by and we had family to stay. As always the food was delicious, presented beautifully and the service warm and welcoming. Lisa and her team made our evening a pleasure (especially Fiona!) and we are already looking forward to our next visit. Thank you one and all.

This was a last minute decision and booking on a Sunday. The restaurant and hotel overlook the sea and an unspoilt coastline. The restaurant takes full advantage of these views. We had the 2 course Sunday lunch for £18. I chose the Scottish mussels with bacon in a creamy sauce and my husband had a wild garlic leaf mousse. Both were beautifully presented and tasted divine. Then we opted for the traditional roast beef, Yorkshire pudding etc. It was both plentiful and delicious. Everyone was very pleasant and service was excellent. Best meal we have had in ages, fine dining at everyday prices.We will definitely return.

My husband and a friend and I had a lovely meal for hubbys birthday. The staff and Lisa were very helpful and friendly and made us welcome and the food was delicious and plentiful. A lovely hotel in a beautiful setting overlooking the Solway and the Cumberland hills. Recommend you try here

Had visited Del Amitri on several occasions when it was above the Cafe Royal in Annan and always enjoyed it, but this was my first visit to the Powfoot restaurant. The setting is lovely - we were seated with a view over the Solway. The service was charming as it always has been and our party of 12 were made to feel very welcome. The food was beautiful and imaginative both in taste and presentation. We had a very enjoyable lunch for my Mum's 80th Birthday. I don't think it could have been any better!

Went for the first time recently. The food is ok but unfortunately not worth the prices being charged. Lovely views though.

Lovely restaurant with great views. The meal was nice...ccould maybe have been a bit more on the plate. We went on a Sunday and unfortunately only one starter and main option for vegetarians. The starter was nice although small, the main was ok..didn't have much flavour and could have done with some gravy or jus as it was quite dry and bland...I did ask and they gave me some kind of flavoured mayo which didn't really make it any better. The desserts were nice. Staff were very friendly and happy to help..prices reasonable.

Great restaurant..service is always excellent. I love the option for either restaurant or bar dining. Menus change with seasons and the quality of the ingredients and dishes are outstanding. In my experience this is one of the few places that excel at both.

Seasonal menu which is also changed on a regular basis so keep the dining experience interesting. Beautiful coastal views available at certain tables. Lovely, relaxed but professional service and food is served to a high standard.

Lovely meal, friendly staff , really good with our son and good size portions, will definitely return again in near future!

The menu is varied and adventurous for a small country hotel We ate excellent dinners and breakfasts in September and October this year. The staff are very friendly and helpful.

ate here recently as part of a wedding party

Fantastic food 1st class service lovely relaxed atmosphere very warm welcome has a great wine and drink menu also soon to have my wedding at this hotel

We decided to have lunch here after it was recommended by quite a few of the locals at Gretna. We met up with friends and had a delicious lunch including dessert. Our friends had many questions about the food and the staff were able to answer questions knowledgeable. It has a very peaceful and relaxing ambiance and although they did initially comment that I wasn't able to bring my dog inside they were quite apologetic when I educated them regarding the public access rights of Assistance Dogs. Perhaps some staff education would be helpful in this regard.

This was a great find. We'd visited Del Amitri when it was a restaurant in nearby Annan and really wanted to revisit. When I googled it and found that it was now part of the Powfoot Hotel we were doubly delighted! The hotel is beautifully situated right on the very breezy edge of the Solway Firth at the end of the road, so no traffic noise etc. The room was spotlessly clean and well appointed, with a massive bed. Gorgeous white thick towels also provided. A very brisk walk then a lazy bath and down for dinner. The staff were a joy! Attentive, helpful and just lovely. The food was superb, as expected and we had a lovely evening.

We called in for lunch in the bar area a couple of times before walking along the shore. We found it to be a very relaxing place to eat. The staff were very friendly and patient. It was an interesting menu with snacks in addition to sandwiches. The views across the Solway were fascinating and ever changing. We would certainly recommend this.

Pleasant, relaxed venue, same men offered in restaurant and bar area. Have eaten here a number of times and never had any complaints. Some dishes better than others but on the whole probably the best restaurant in the area. Pleasant efficient staff.

Enjoy a nice dinner overlooking Powfoot beach. Enjoy lovely food they serve you in this restaurant.

Specials are always great especially the deserts. excellent value for money, staff are very attentive.

I have to say I really love the staff at this restaurant they are friendly and extremely helpful, but they are let down by a over ambitious menu that doesn't deliver on taste or value for money.

We went for a “pub lunch” during the day. Both opted for the ploughman’s lunch, not worth the money. This was our last visit having experienced three less than satisfying meals.

no booking req in bar , similar menu to restaurant , local supplied , relaxed service , good value for high quality .

Restaurant overlooking the Solway with a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. The food is exceptional, prepared by an award winning chef. Only slightly more expensive than a 'regular' restaurant but totally worth it.

Food very good staff friendly and efficient nice atmosphere lovely position with great views so good we went back for more

There were 12 of us attending a suprise meal on Friday evening at the restaurant. The food was out of this world, not one of us could fault it. The duck that I had for my main course was delicious and cooked to perfection as sometimes it can be chewy. The rice pudding for dessert was fantastic. You are spoilt for choice with the menu and I must admit I found it hard to decide. The service and staff there are top class. Exceptional evening in such beautiful surroundings. Thanks to all concerned who made our evening one to remember.

My wife, I and a friend had dinner here. The mushroom soup was exquisite, the lamb was perfectly cooked. Even the dessert, which I can normally take or leave was awesome. Great restaurant

We booked a table at 6pm just when the restaurant opened. We arrived early and had a drink in the lounge overlooking the Solway Estuary. At 6 prompt, we were shown to our table. The dining room was all set up with lit candles, jugs of iced water on the tables and all the chairs set at an inviting angle. Such a lovely touch.

The venue for this Hotel is great at Powfoot near Annan.

Del Amitri, you made our night extra special with your wonderful menu and very high quality food. We’re already working out how when and why we’ll be back. Just great! Thank you

We called in for lunch today, a very cold day too, but soon warmed up in the bar area. I chose the soup and sandwich combo, creamy potato and garlic soup with a roast turkey and cranberry mayo roll, made with fresh butter, other half had the classic burger, both meals were delicious. Served in a lovely warm bar area, not rushed at all, staff very polite too, even offering us a larger table and offering to turn the volume down on the tv, which was ok anyway. Yes we will definitely return

I booked late having mistakenly booked the wrong restaurant. They had lots of space (on a Thursday night). The food was good and the service was very friendly. The ambience was slightly lacking though. I would go back.

Fish , chicken and salmon pasta dishes with soup for three, was spot on. Very quiet for a Friday night - 8PM, but, apparently Annan locals had ate and gone. Place needs a bit of a revamp and you could see it more, with being so big and empty, but can’t fault the service and food. Think it is in new hands, and waiter was very optimistic, knowledgable, helpful. Food came out after not too long of a wait, and would certainly recommend.

We had a Friday lunch in the bar when we were down on holiday. Very good food, nice friendly staff and a fantastic view. What’s not to like.

We had a fantastic meal at Del Amitri while staying in Annan. The food is great quality and lots of choice, including an extensive list of specials in addition to the main menu. Recommend the Scottish mussels starter and banoffee dessert. A short taxi trip (£5 e/w) from Annan and well worth it!

Visited this Restaurant following a recommendation and was glad to say recommendation was great.Food was excellent and a great selection...

Was there for lunch with some of the family. Great food at a very reasonable price and friendly staff.

Family meal to celebrate my brother in law's 60th birthday. Food was excellent and the service was great too. Good...

Our party of 8 had a great time on Saturday night. Top notch, quality food pushing the boundaries of presentation and tastes in every way. I had the smoked Haddock Aranchini - amazing. Followed by the lamb medley with shepherds pie - fantastic. I really didn't need dessert, but managed to demolish the Panna Cotta - beautiful.

The staff were really friendly and efficient, and the food was amazing. It felt like fine dining but at a really reasonable price, it was easy to see why this place has got such good reviews. The location was beautiful, overlooking the sea and the atmosphere was really relaxed and calm. We even took photos of our food which I ordinarily judge people for, but it was so good we just had to. Will definitely be back!

Our bar lunch was lovely. 2 of us had the fishcakes and 1 had the Caesar salad with smoked chicken and bacon. The portion of chips was large enough to share. The rice pudding was enjoyed by 1 but the fabulous bramble and almond tart with bramble ice cream was really really scrumptious and if it is still on the menu go for it. The service was good with friendly and helpful staff and the view out across the Solway was spectacular. This hotel will certainly be visited again!

I have rediscovered Del Amitri in it's new location in the Powfoot Hotel.I have been back with hubby and visiting friends from abroad. It has always been good perfect even. The menu is not ordinary and service is excellent.On a lovely day the view from the restaurant facing the sea is gorgeous.

Having visited the hotel restaurant on several occasions ' I can do nothing but pass on my total appricition to the management and staff who always provide a great welcoming atmosphere and offer the best food dishes in the extended area.Food excellent. Service excellent. Quality excellent. Welcome excellent.

Lovely lunch , as usual. My elderly guest had difficulty eating from the deep plate. The lovely waitress, without any fuss replanted the meal onto a flat plate. Very nicely done.

We had a fantastic meal at Del Amitri on this our first visit to their new location. Friendly staff, great views and excellent food all made for a memorable night. Very highly recommended. Try the lamb main course.

Had lunch here today and what a pleasant surprise. Menu is not too big to confuse you but enough to satisfy everyone's taste. Did contact to book a table but informed just to drop in no problem getting table. May be advisable later in the summer when busier. Wife who is celiac had a good choice of items from menu, including sweets, other restaurants take note. Two menus to choose from, one gives a choice of rolls and snacks etc and the other a choice of great meals. Won't go into what we had, apart from wife who was delighted to get sticky toffee pudding as a gluten free option, which she said was gorgeous, needless to say food was spot on. Will certainly be back there again.

We visited the Del Amitri Restaurant without booking and was very pleasantly surprised when we were told the had a table available. The food was excellently presented, with plenty of choice and well presented. The waitresses were attentive but not overpowering, nothing was too much trouble.Will definately go again.

Booked a table for four for Sunday lunch.We all opted for the set menu.Excellent food good service good value.Hard to fault.It was a nice day and the view was lovely.

lovely menu, always good food and well served. sunday lunch is exceptional value, booking essential. Spectacular views of the lakeland hills and over to Galloway. A real addition to the area

Having visited Del Amitri at their Annan High St location several times we thought we should try out the new location at Powfoot. To say that it did not disappoint would be an understatement, the quality of both the food and the service was outstanding, and the new location lends a very pleasant atmosphere to the whole event. Both waitresses were attentive without "hovering" and very friendly throughout the evening. We always trust the chef here and often try things which ordinarily might be a taste challenge for us , but always the combination of tastes and texture works. the red wine is always served at room temperature to enhance the flavour. To those few on here who have challenged this restaurant on price and quantity, I would say this, I am blessed with a very healthy appetite and can "shift" a good quantity of food at a sitting, but I have never left Del Amitri after three courses with wine and felt anything other than comfortably replete. As for price , I often stay in large chain hotels in the West Midlands for business, and I can tell you that, if a Sirloin steak meal for less than £19 , and a quality burger for less than £10, is available in these hotels , I have yet to find it, £23 and £13 would be nearer the mark. We look forward to our next visit.

Over priced for the quality of food. I was here late August and I was not impressed with the quality of staff.

We had a wonderful evening here with friends on Saturday night and found the whole evening delightful. Starting with a pre-dinner drink in the bar, we started to look at the menu and we knew it was going to be a good night.The food was perfect in every way, beautifully presented and every mouthful tasted sublime. We could not believe the prices - such value for money. I had the duck starter, followed by venison and the orange cake dessert. My partner had the cheese board and that too was outstanding. The chef certainly knows what he is doing and with our very demanding party of 4, everybody thought it was superb and we didn't have one quibble.The wine list was good and we enjoyed a nice bottle of red and white with our meal, then we ended up having our coffees and liqueurs back in the bar whilst we waited for our taxi.The staff deserve a special mention as they were exemplary, from us arriving, they were cheerful, helpful and lovely.

Staff helpfull an food was delicious didn't have long to wait. Quickly taken to our seats. Very highly recommended

Stayed in the are for a week and our big disappointment was that we only found this place on the last night. From start to finish the ambience, staff and food were first class. Already planning a return visit!

Frequent visitors. Like the changing menus which give a wide range of choices throughout the year. Staff well trained, service good. Wine of the month option as well as good basic wine list

Had a lovely meal last night service excellent, very relaxed , my only criticism is waited quite a while to place our food order I do understand that they like a relaxed service but when you are a table for two persons I think half an hour to chose you meal is a bit to long , but can't wait to go again we had the steak cooked rare just to perfection .

This restaurant is in Powfoot just outside Annan in a beautiful location overlooking the Solway Firth. It is a real find. We ate dinner there three times during our recent stay in the area. The food was delicious, creative, full of flavour and finely presented. The chef is to be highly commended. There are daily specials, and an accomplished wine list. We were made very welcome from the start. The service was excellent, always with a smile. We also thought it was great value. We'd love to return.

This restaurant is located in the Powfoot Golf Hotel just outside Annan. Our party of eight dined there during our self catering stay in the town. Our first observation was its superb location looking out over the Solway Firth. The sun had started to set and therefore the view looking towards the mountains of the Lake District was so atmospheric.Our next observation was the quality of the service; it could not have been better. The three young ladies working there were so polite, patient and efficient supervised by another lady who seemed to be the manager or owner.Then came the food and we were not disappointed. Starters included Dunsyre blue cheese mousse, pickled vegetables, baked croutes, walnut and honey, vinaigrette, celery leaves; an incredible dis,. My rolled ham hock and foie gras ballontine, pea puree, mustard mayonnaise, beetroot, quail egg and dried gingerbread was sensational.My rib-eye steak, hand cut chips, tomato, flat mushroom roasted, onion, puttanesca sauce was cooked to perfection. My only criticism is that the menu stated that it came with hand cut chips. I have to say they looked suspiciously like those we buy in Aldi.The rest of our party had grilled Scottish plaice fillet, slow cooked cow’s cheek and pulled pork burgers. Not one complaint. Prices are pretty reasonable so all in all a very pleasant experience and we can really recommend this establishment.

Been here twice and both times were fantastic superb food, drink and experience with a friendly service from people who are clearly passionate about their craft.Good value for a top class restaurant.Unfortunately for us we do not live nearby or we would be regulars for sure.

Requested a window table for the view after calling in the day before, which we got, delightful!waitressss were a little slow in fact we did think we had been forgotten about .The courses were delightful ,presentation was excellent, it looked good and tasted good.I made a point of thanking the chef for such a enjoyable meal ....it is a lovely location..

We had a delicious dinner with an excellent view. Thank you very much! Booked again for Thursday and looking forward to it.

Could have chosen any one of the items on the lunch menu as all sounded fabulous. The staff were very attentive without being overwhelming and the view across the Solway was lovely.

We greatly enjoyed our meal here with an excellent choice of food and were well served by the staff. Good value and a great setting by the sea

Me and my husband go to this restaurant on a regular basis the food is always lovely. Local and fresh would definitely recommend

We dined in the restaurant during Del Amitri's first week in Powfoot and thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience (see earlier review). That time we booked a table but this time four of us called in on a Friday evening without a booking on the off-chance of a cancellation allowing us to dine. There had been no cancellations but we were told we could enjoy the same menu in the Bar - no need to book. We decided to take up the offer and we were not disappointed. Once we had 'registered' at the bar we received excellent service (for both food and drink) throughout the evening. Whilst we didn't have the 'dedicated' server that we had in the restaurant there were plenty of staff and they were very friendly and attentive. The menu was the same as in the restaurant and we enjoyed starters, mains, side orders - and two of us had room for dessert. All quickly served and delicious and in very pleasant surroundings. We look forward to our next visit.

First time in the new restaurant in Powfoot. Loved the view of the Solway and the lovely decor. Staff were very friendly and efficient. Food was very nicely presented and tasted really good. Would have liked a choice of steaks as I prefer fillet. However the meal was enjoyed by all with everything fresh and served nice and hot. The prosecco by the glass was very nice and a generous measure for £5. Will be back again soon.

this restaurant has always had a great reputation whe situated in Annan.The reputation should now be ensured in a beautiful hotel with great ambiance.

Had the pleasure of a trip out to this new Restaurant once known as the Powfoot Golf Hotel but it has now changed hands for the better kept it simple on the order we had we had the Chicken and Chorizo burgers when they came we weren't disappointed ample portions very well presented indeed on wooden platters very different staff were very polite service was quick décor very new and clean the menu itself was very good indeed a great selection for everyones taste will go back to this Restaurant again for more keep up the good work

Wasn't sure when they moved from Annan to Powfoot. How wrong was I. Food up to its usual excellent standard, staff friendly and attentive without being in your face. Stunning location. Wish we'd booked a window table but will know for next visit.

After an enjoyable evening meal on Wednesday night we decided to try the renowned Sunday lunch, we were not disappointed. We were going to have the 2 course menu but for an extra £1.40 we went for the 3 course option. Starters of blue cheese mousse and smoked salmon were delicious. The mains of pork in a very tasty sauce and perfectly cooked local roast beef really hit the taste buds. Portions were just right to enjoy our desserts of Del Amitri rice pudding and sticky toffee pudding with a hint of cinnamon rounded the meal off nicely. The only downside was when we got the bill I pointed out they had missed a couple of drinks off. The poor waitress was so apologetic and went to get an amended bill. Again well done Lisa and Martin, looking forward to getting the recipe for the langustine ketchup from Martin on our next visit

Wedding anniversary delightfully spent dinner b&b. Already established restaurant recently moved to fantastic location overlooking th Solway. Restaurant v busy with lovely atmosphere, rooms fully booked. Here's wishing the Averys every future success, the meal was tremendous.

I came here last month for a meal with my partner whilst visiting friends in the area and the food was absolutely amazing...and the service was second to none

We enjoyed an excellent meal at their new hotel location. This was a stopover on the way to Scotland whilst staying at the Waterside Rooms in Dornock.

Food is lovely and fresh. Staff are very helpful and friendly. As are the owners. Would definitely recommend this

Restaurant was fully booked but we had table in the bar looking out the a window great view of the solway very clean place CE and smart

Visited on a weeknight with my daughter for what we thought was going to be a bar meal (we entered through the hotel entrance and not that of the restaurant) and the only thing we could eat on the menu was a steak which was average and over priced to say the least, the menu is definitely not that of a hotel in a small seaside resort. Hopefully these are just 'bedding in' issues and that the menu can be adapted to show the difference between Del Amitri and Powfoot Hotel. The saving grace was the staff were very helpful and attentive.

We went to Del Amitri @Powfoot with high expectations having enjoyed many fine dining experiences at Del Amitri @Annan. Del Amitri @Annan was definitely in our top 5 for fine dining in Dumfries and Galloway with intimate atmosphere, superb food and Lisa a most welcoming host. So what has changed? Difficult to fault the setting as the views across the Solway Firth are quite stunning. Lisa and her staff were as welcoming as ever but the fine seems to have gone out of the dining. The flowers and the tablecloths are nowhere to be seen. The menu, which used to be one you opened, has been replaced by a laminated sheet with food on one side and wine on the other - more bistro than fine dining. Starters and puddings were well up to Del Amitri @Annan standard even if the mango pannacotta trio is now served in a glass and not on a slate, but mains definitely lacked the Del Amitri @Annan touch. We can only imagine that Lisa and Martin have done their homework and concluded that a different sort of dining experience was going to work better for them in Powfoot. The bill including tip for 3 courses and a bottle of very nice Prosecco came to £75 though I would happily have paid extra for a little more of that old Del Amitri magic. At the time of writing there were 106 reviews of the Powfoot Golf Hotel but only one of these was written since Lisa and Martin took it over; and 171 reviews of Del Amitri Restaurant only 8 of which were from people who had dined at Powfoot. All 8 gave Del Amitri @Powfoot an excellent rating. It will be interesting to see what others make of the changes...

Wow. Made welcome as soon as we walked through the door, we said we had a table booked and was asked if we would like to go to our table or have a drink in the bar first, no hurrying. Ordered our meal while sat in the bar and was told when our meal was ready and given a window table overlooking the sea. Wife had pate and I had crayfish tails for starters, lovely. Then the main course of fish for her ladysmith and the slow cooked belly pork was amazing. We decided to push the boundaries and have a dessert, the wife had the banana and lime Eton mess which I tried, nice, but my mango and chilli panacotta was tremendous. Well done Lisa and Martin you have done an excellent converting a tired old hotel to a first class eating experience

A week after the opening, enough time for the cookers to bed in and we paid our first visit.Excellent food at a reasonable price.Quality food cannot wait to work our way through the menu. Two very satisfied customers and we will be spreading the word.

We used to love the Powfoot Golf Hotel hotel but by March 2016 it was abandoned and neglected and so we really hoped that new owners could be found and it be developed into what it should be in this lovely, tranquil, location". Well, new owners have been found and the hotel has been refurbished and renamed 'The Powfoot Hotel" but the BIG news is that the new owners are the Del Amitri restaurant, a renowned restaurant previously in Annan. This means the place has been 're-born' and the new owners are aiming to make this a fabulous place to stay and/or dine and our experience on Friday 20th May (they only opened on Monday 16th May) suggests they will achieve their aim!On Friday my wife and I along with two friends enjoyed a lovely meal in a pleasant, relaxing atmosphere. Staff were not only friendly and attentive they were eager to please and do all they could to ensure that all diners (it was full) had a good experience. If you are the kind of person who wants the plate to be overflowing with food this is not the place for you but if, like us, you want quality local food, well prepared and beautifully presented then you will love the new Del Amitri. We own a static caravan at Queensberry Bay, just down the road from the Powfoot Hotel, and are there very often during the season so it was good to learn that Breakfast, Sunday Lunches, bar snacks, and afternoon teas are all planned for the future.

After trying to book a table in the restaurant at Del Amitri we were told that it was full and advised that we could eat in the lounge bar with no booking, where the same menu as the restaurant was available. We turned up and were not disappointed as the food and service was exceptional. Great surroundings and staff. As a local, will certainly be frequenting the Powfoot Hotel. Wishing Lisa and Martin all the best in their new establishment!

Martin and Lisa have taken their reputation from the previous site and embroiled it into this new site, wonderful surroundings, beautiful food and service second to none. I wish them every success in their new surroundings. Had the most delicious meal with my youngest daughter, her partner and my wonderful Grandson as a special treat from them, will be back many many more times in the future.