Fisher and Donaldson in Dundee City

Went in for coffee and cake as had heard they do gluten free options. Sat down and ordered coffees and asked for gluten free cake. Was informed they didn’t have anything gluten free. Really shouldn’t have options on the menu they don’t have. Had a coffee which was ok but nothing special. Didn’t feel like the most welcoming place either.

Best scones I've ever tasted in my whole life! If you're looking for traditional British cakes then this is the place. Friendly and professional staff and welcoming atmosphere. Great tea and cappuccinos. I highly recommend a visit there. Not expensive either. They also sell home made chocolate in all shapes and sizes which are suitable for gifts.

This used to be a great bakery but sad to say it has gone downhill. The rhubarb pies just taste of sugar no hint of rhubarb and they were undercooked. The cakes we had were all way too sweet and sugary and was disappointed to see palm oil on the list of ingredients in the oat cakes, usually a sign of poor quality, mass production.

Popped in for lunch and we had 1) Bacon butty 2) Scotch Pie (or Peh as they are known in Dundee) and 3) Baguette. All very nice as was the espresso I had and the others enjoyed their drinks too. Lovely friendly staff. Bought a box of goodies to take away with us for later too - especially as this is our last trip to Dundee for a while so I just had to have a fudge donut! Son chose some millionaires shortbread and a froggy fancy and we also had an apple charlotte to go with some strawberries for dessert later. Love this place ... my idea of heaven!

Love, love, love Fisher & Donaldson ❤️ Visited Dundee shop today to get a selection of cakes for my 94 year old mum and service and cakes were excellent as always ❤️

Firstly this is not a restaurant.. Secondly the quality is not high bit the prices are most certainly sky high... Living in France I know that this baker hasn't the faintest idea of bread making or pâtisserie.. My recommendation is to avoid..

Another brilliant bakers in the Dundee area and this one has a seating area to the softies and cakes and hot pies are excellent having moved to this area from further north I'm so impressed with the food.

Brilliant pies and oatcakes. Simply made but really well done. Great quality and choice. We would definitely visit again.

I'm appalled by the quality and prices! Bought strawberry pastries, coffee towers, and some chocolates. The pastries were tiny and soggy, the coffee towers were solid and tasted old! The chocolates were absolutely disgusting! Tastes like cheap chocolate with too much butter in it! They label it as "Belgian chocolate" which it definitely isn't and charge £4 per bar which is a total rip off! Go to tesco or lidl and get actually good chocolate that's the quarter of the price! The prices of the cakes are insane for what you get and I was informed that the prices have been raised right before Christmas! £2.15 for a single tiny strawberry tart and £2.49 for a single small santa biscuit and I was informed it's almost double that if you sit in! They think they are "superior" bakers but they are clearly just greedy with mediocre products which are not worth even half what they are charging. No quality or consistency with fudge donuts and yum yums being massive one day and half the size the other and still the same price! Actually disgusted they charge such prices for poor quality cakes and staff will be the ones that receive all the backlash from customers not the incompetent owners! Go to Clarks or Greggs, you will get much better quality products for much better prices.

Popped in for coffee & a cake whilst visiting the town centre. Service was fine - fairly prompt (it wasn't very busy to be fair). Strawberry Donut was great - reallllly nice. Also had a pot of tea & a cappuccino - coffee to be honest was disappointing, became a white coffee within about 20 seconds - also could have been hotter. Nice place, great cakes, shame about the coffee......

Came here to buy some Dundee cakes to take home as gifts as this wakey was recommended as the best place to buy them in dundee. Came back the next day with our son to have lunch as the produce looked so tasty. We tried lots of the local delicacies such as Scots pie, onion bridie and the absolutely amazing fudge doughnuts

Dropped in as the window display looked fantastic, we didn't eat in but bought Dundee cake and strawberry pastries both were very nice

What a relief to find a traditional Scottish bakery and tearoom, After being on holiday in Edinburgh for the past couple of days with its very expensive flashy eateries what a relief it was to come across a traditional Scottish bakery with its tearoom. It transported me back to an era that was less hurried and to wee shops that had been in place for decades. The type of place your granny would have bought her morning rolls and loaf of bread. There were rows of freshly baked rhubarb tarts,Scotch pies,bridies other cakes and the square fresh dairy cream trifles beloved of my childhood! The decor was very much original 1950s and so refreshing to see this compared to the bland uniform corporate decor found internationally so you don’t know if you are in Dundee or Denmark. This is a place that is traditionally Scottish with baking to match. I had the stories with tasty oatcakes followed by a coffee tower bun which was oozing with fresh dairy coffee flavoured cream in a Choux pastry bun. My partner had the homemade tomato and basil soup with a bacon roll followed by a dairy cream Devon slice. The service was lovely and couthy. The bill came to a very reasonable 16 pounds or so for the pair of us. If any tourist wants to sample old traditional Scotland ,before it vanishes under a sea of concrete, then do come here!

I expected a real treat ,but was disappointed with the cafe. Neither of us could tell the difference between a Cappuccino and Latte. The takeaway bakery was lovely, but would go back to the cafe. It's living in past glories

Visited the shop recently in Whitehall Street in Dundee, bought cakes and savoury pies to take away, the products were ok, quite expensive for what you get. Was served by a young man which I assume was a new employee in training, the young man was friendly and efficiently started packing the cakes, however, an older women runned up to him which I assumed was training him and started shouting that he's doing everything wrong being rude to the new employee and myself. If the shop staff can't even treat their coworkers with respect I don't expect they treat customers any better!!

Have visited this cafe several times before and always been happy with the service. The food is plain but of good quality and reasonable value for money. As a rule, the staff are friendly and welcoming- particularly the lady who serves behind the counter. However on this particular occasion, the woman who served us ( I had not seen her before) was impatient, unpleasant and sharp in her manner. She made my friend and I feel ill at ease. Such a shame because I’d think twice about going back, especially since there are plenty coffee shops to chose from in town.

Called in for coffee and cake on a Friday morning, whilst visiting Dundee. Friendly efficient service. 2 drinks and 3 lovely cakes at a very reasonable £10.45 ... not expensive in my book as quoted in other TA reviews

Ridiculously expensive and not worth the money. All the cakes bought were stale. We had one éclair, two fondant fancies and a finger doughnut. They were all dry. Staff needs vast improvement. You walk in and they continue talking whilst seemingly assessing you with looks of disgust. Like you're a hindrance. If you want fantastic baked goods visit Clarks bakery. The cakes are always fresh and you can even order online to have them delivered to your home. Not just cakes but hot and cold drinks, wraps, filled baguettes, pies and a wide range of amazingly delicious products. (No- I don't work for them but I know great value when I taste it.) I buy a lot of products like this on a regular basis and I can say with certainty that I won't be spending another single penny at this out dated establishment.

Called into Perth Road, Dundee lunchtime Saturday, 22nd on the way home. Asked for 6 bridies (our favourites) but got curt reply that we'd need to book 6 in advance! Subsequent attempts to "lighten up" the assistant fell on stony ground. When we got home, bridies were excellent, but coffee towers were very disappointing. Filling excellent but choux pastry hard, dry and harsh in the mouth. No excuse for a choux - maybe not fresh? Tiffins were so-so. The very high price level Fisher and Donaldson retain means that quality should be guaranteed. Poor customer service suggests unacceptable recruitment and management standards. Complacency? I love Scottish baking and despair as so many local firms collapse so I want F&D to flourish but they need to get a grip!

Really good Dundee cakes - lots of fruit and almonds, and a choice of sizes. I got small ones for friends and a large one for me; they were beautifully wrapped and presented, and have been much admired

Had a decent soup and sandwich lunch with the family. Good, quick and friendly service. Fudge doughnuts remain excellent after all these years.

Popped in on passing and bought a coffee tower as a sweet treat for my partner, after having a bite we turned on our heels and went back to the shop and bought a few other delights to share round. Fudge doughnuts are tremendous, everything...

Great location and lovely sweet treats but unimpressed by the rude customer service. Won't be returning.

What a find! Shopping on Saturday and soaked, popped into for a coffee. Ended up have a fantastic plate of lentil soup, served with beautiful bread that warmed me up a treat. Followed by a chocolate eclair. Great service and very reasonable. Will go back...

The best bakery our cake loving family has ever visited hands down. The huge coffee/cake/cream towering confection was just to die for. How lovely and refreshing of the lady behind the counter not to hurry us when we dithered over what to order. She could...

Looking for a light lunch on a rainy day in Dundee (default Dundee weather in other words!), and being brusquely turned away from another independent establishment, I recalled finding this wee place years ago so headed down to see if it was still there. We...

I love sitting in and having a cup of tea with a decadent cake. Great quality and great service. My favourite is their fudge doughnut but I try to have something different every time. Everything is fresh and the choice is wide.

Came for a coffee and returned for lunch! This was pure nostalia, Fudge Doughnuts, Empire biscuits, Lentil Soup, proper Scotch pies, traditional decor, lovely friendly staff......

With the “decline of the High Street” this is a fine example of a small business that’s kicking the trend. By far the best cakes and pastries on the east cost of Scotland, they also have great selection of breads, savouries etc. If you have...

The best treats and cakes in Dundee. The fudge donut is my favourite. You can’t go wrong with any other buns!

Thank goodness F&D survives and thrives! Eating lunch there is one of the memorable experiences of a visit to Fife and Dundee. The soup and local dishes (eg stovies) are delicious, as are the cakes and baked goods - great old fashioned taste and quality....

great selection of cream cakes and lovely tasty biscuits, staff friendly and didn't even need to ask for a box for the trifles

Called in after visiting V&A. Cakes excellent and service very good albeit the whole place appears old fashioned.

Oh, my - so many choices!!! If you are in Dundee or St. Andrews - you must stop in to visit Fisher and Donaldson bakery- and of course, pick up something yummy. We tried donuts, millionaire shortbread, and cake slices. Everything was absolutely delicious and...

food is so nice and the sit in bit is nice as well food maybe a little expensive but suppose you only get what you pay for PIES are beautiful and they sell jars off relish

We stumbled across this fab place, bought stories, fresh bread, florentines and scotch pies.....all were just great. Such a lovely place, great service, friendly staff and beautifully cooked food. Not at all expensive, go it’s just up the road from the new V&A. We will...

Nice lunch at Fisher and Donaldson and the waitresses are really nice too. If you fancy a cake this is the place to go

Went here for cake and coffee, didn’t disappoint! Small seating area, unpretentious. Fudge doughnut and cream meringue.....! Lovely staff

We visited the shop to buy Dundee cake and marmalade. The range of traditional cakes, biscuits and jams is excellent. It is very busy and we were not lucky enough to find a space n their small cafe. This is THE place buy good quality,...

The Selkirk Bannock is the delicacy which draws us to Fisher and Donaldson each time we visit. I’d would really like to award a perfect 5 but I’m convinced the recipe has been changed and the Bannocks aren’t as good as they used to be....

Unless you're into ships and shipbuilding, Dundee doesn't have much to offer the casual tourist--except this wonderful bakery. For me, it was the highlight of my trip to the city. Definitely get the house blend tea--it looks pricey at 2.20 pounds, but you're getting a...

Should come with a warning that it’s exceedingly delicious! Nice cream filling with a large slab of fudge icing on top. It wasn’t sickly as I thought it would be but it’s a delicious tasty doughnut. I’m glad I’m not local because it’s a diet...

Was here a few years back and recalled it was great, so why not stop for a coffee & cake. There is limited seating in the cafe area, so we had a couple of minutes wait. We got a table and had quite a wait...

Lovely cafe for a sit down on a cold windy day. Very nice helpful waitress, who served us tea, scones and lovely empire biscuit. Comfy seats and nice atmosphere. Would definitely visit again.

We were staying in a nearby hotel and as a friend had recommended this bakery. It was late in the afternoon and there was no queue so we were able to peruse the cakes on display and settled on two coffee choux buns which were...

Not a lot of seating in this bakers shop but after a short wait we were lucky to be seated. Lovely friendly staff. Cakes and pastries are traditional and delicious. Sells slot of products like bannocks and oatcakes.

A wide and varied range of both sweet and savouries. On one of the roads down from main shopping centre to the river front. If you have a sweet tooth this is heaven. Friendly staff and plenty of them too which is good as this...

When exploring a city for the first time, its always a dream to find an establishment such as Fisher and Donaldson. A rich plethora of tasty treats on display, making the decision over what to purchase rather difficult. I went for a slice of brownie...

We stop for a fast lunch in this cute place a few days ago and we had an amazing surprise. Two steak pie and two sweets amazingly fresh for a little more than 10 pounds. Hardly recommended.

Popped in for a coffee and piece of Dundee cake whilst sight seeing in the area. Slow service, Not clear if you have to order at the counter or it is waitress served, only when we got up to ask did we get told someone...

When we come home to Dundee to visit, we always go back here to get a cream meringue and a coffee tower. They can’t be beaten! Not cheap but delicious!

I stopped by today (3pm) and picked up 4 small cakes from the bakery to take home. After tea, we opened our 'special treat' and discovered they are as hard as a brick. This is a bakery who specialise in fresh cakes? Never going back......

Although limited in space and part of a bakery this is a good old fashioned tea room that serves petite bridge rolls, sausage rolls, pies, soup, enticing cakes. Cafetière of coffee is a bit overpriced, my only grouch but a good old fashioned pot of...

My wife and I had lunch here last week. We both enjoyed a large bowl each of hot soup - Chorizo & Chickpea and Lentil served with lovely oatcakes. Soup was £3.95 each. We shared a small cafetiere of coffee and I devoured a Coffee...

My friend & I often visit for a light lunch. Convenient in the city centre. Staff friendly. Bakery is always very busy. Lovely counter display of cakes.

I used to go here very regularly and get the odd cake for my lunch, but prices and sometimes the sizes don't feel worth the money any more. A lot cheaper to get a few cakes at the supermarket instead.

Decided to go in rather than usual cafe nero or Costa stop for a coffee and cake Cakes were great Service was mediocre Coffee was weak Atmosphere needs updating

Un moment de repos, un petit creux= une gourmandise, un régal, correct au niveau qualité/prix, bon accueil.

food is great from here is a little expensive but the food is really good and always freash the carrot cake is ace

We have been buying the frozen gateaus for many years, the selection is fantastic as is the quality. Our kids have grown up on these cakes and now expect on any family occasion..."where's the strawberry cake?" If you don't believe me, try it.

Went in for lunch with my mum waited patiently to be served (about 10 minutes) 3 to 4 waitresses supposedly working but when another couple came in for lunch and were served within a couple of minutes of arriving we got up and left. Will...

the first thing we noticed were the old-style straw boaters worn by the assistants and the last thing was that the lady who had been serving us didn't turn away until after we had left the shop. the service was courtesy without shmarm and the...

Popped in here intending on just buying a couple of cakes, not realising there was a little cafe/tea room. Decided to sit down for some lunch. Soup and sandwich deal £5 - excellent! Big bowl of homemade soup and freshly made sandwich. Pot of tea...

Fisher & Donaldson have such a big name that really doesn't live up to the hype. Previously we had tasted the carrot cake(it was a house guest who gifted it to us) and we were not impressed. The cake looked good but we found it...