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Had a 3 course anniversary lunch at Mr Pook’s on Tuesday 9 April. Food and service were outstanding- in spite of Ed Pook being the only chef there due to staff shortages. Local venison dishes were excellent. Flavour combinations brilliant - and how can someone get SO MUCH flavour from the ingredients!? This was our third visit and we’ll certainly be returning on a regular basis.

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Fearless56984274491 . 2024-04-13

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We called for breakfast on our way home after staying near Castle Douglas for a week. Lovely. The portion sizes were perfect and e we corps take the dog inside.

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Fay O . 2024-04-13

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Great welcome from Ed Pook and his team. Ed is very hands on and being an open kitchen you see everything happen. I have visited four times recently and the food is wonderful. Good value and an interesting menu. A nice atmosphere and plenty of room

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Donaldosaurus . 2024-04-12

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Im 78 year old severely disabled cripple i was feeling quite exhausted after walking about a mile to reach a place to sit down and have a coffee with lots of sugar, i found a welcome seatand got a coffee and lots of restorative sugar thats where the welcome part ends i needed to get a taxi to take me home but since my mobile phone battery i could not make a call so i asked the waiter if he could call me a taxi i told him my phone was dead and had plenty money to pay for the call if required . however he said no he wouldnt call but he would try get me a number ten minutes later i still waiting for that so mr pook i will not cross your threshold again for the remaing years i have. being revived by the paid for in advance i wiped my feet before stepping on the street. karma has its own timetable , sans malice william

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康奈尔威廉 . 2024-04-10

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Lovely staff great food will definitely be a regular. Food cooked for you and you can see them cooking. Spotless.

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Cherrie Noble . 2024-04-07

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We went as a family of six adults and had a wonderful time. We were staying on holiday about twenty minutes away and this place was recommended to us before we went by a friend, so we booked in advance. All our food was absolutely delicious - between us we tried a fish dish, a burger, a venison steak, the mac and cheese, sticky toffee pudding, and plenty more! We all enjoyed starters, mains and desserts. Really reasonably priced for what was an absolutely fantastic meal. Loved that the chef came out after the meal too, and also gave us some tips on where to visit nearby! Could not recommend more.

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414LucyBl . 2024-04-04

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Lovely good served in a converted bank replete with its old safes, one of which is the pastry/prep kitchen. Great to watch the cooking and plating going on as we ate. I'm not a pudding person, but the Sticky toffee was quite something. Could have been even better with a clean of the floor round our table effort we sat down and without the cold blast from the nearby back door as we ate.

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PAULE241 . 2024-04-04

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We went as a family of six adults and had a wonderful time. We were staying on holiday about twenty minutes away and this place was recommended to us before we went by a friend, so we booked in advance. All our food was absolutely delicious - between us we tried a fish dish, a burger, a venison steak, the mac and cheese, sticky toffee pudding, and plenty more! We all enjoyed starters, mains and desserts. Really reasonably priced for what was an absolutely fantastic meal. Loved that the chef came out after the meal too, and also gave us some tips on where to visit nearby! Could not recommend more.

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Lucy Bloom . 2024-04-04

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A lovely restaurant, the interior was very well designed and laid out, a very comfortable atmosphere. We went for lunch and had the specials for main courses, the scallops and salad for me and the haunch of venison steak for my husband, both were absolutely delicious. The wine we chose was equally of a good quality. The prices were very reasonable considering that the food was excellently cooked. Our server was friendly and knowledgeable. We were on holiday so not able to visit that often although we shall make a beeline for Mr Pook's if and when we are in the neighbourhood again. Lucky Castle Douglas to have such an excellent venue.

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jac w . 2024-03-26

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This was our first time in Mr Pooks restaurant and were was very impressed, the food was great and my scallops were cooked to perfection, the other two dishes were very good too, i would say the best food in the region and we will be back, Mr Pook himself runs the restaurant well and cooks in front of his guests in a very calm quiet manner.

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Julie W . 2024-03-23

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Chicken and mushroom open pie with creamy mash and green beans. Very favourable. Looked watching the chef do his thing in the open kitchen.

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Pene Richmond . 2024-03-20

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WOULD GIVE ZERO STARS IF I COULD. WE BOOKED AN AFTERNOON TEA FOR A SPECIAL BIRTHDAY ONLY TO ARRIVE TO A LOCKED DOOR. AFTER CALLING AND KNOCKING ON THE DOOR FOR 20+ MINUTES WE WERE COMPLETELY IGNORED BY THE STAFF INSIDE. I EVEN SPOKE TO THE STAFF MEMBER THROUGH THE LETTER BOX BUT SHE CHOSE TO TURN HER BACK AND IGNORE ME AND CONTINUE PLAYING ON HER PHONE. SHOCKING TREATMENT OF GUESTS.

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Dawn Findlay . 2024-03-13

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Lovely Lovely place, brilliant food and even nicer staff. Will definitely be back next time we're in Castle Douglas

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Irene Telfer . 2024-03-06

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Been wanting to visit for a while eventually got to go on fri . Absolutely beautiful food and busy with the sound of everyone chatting. Will be back very shortly.First class Best experience we have had in scotland since moving here nearly 5 years ago

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Dukejola . 2024-03-06

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I had heard a lot of great things about Mr Pook’s from friends, TV, social media, food critics so whilst up in Scotland working I had to check it out for myself. I wasn’t disappointed. The food was absolutely amazing and could tell that Mr Pook is truly a great chef and a gentleman. The restaurant was busy with some cool tunes playing in the background. The staff were super nice and knowledgeable about their menu and sources of ingredients. Highly recommend Mr Pooks to anyone who loves their food.

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Endeavour Audio Visual Solutions . 2024-02-19

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Another fantastic day here eating Ed's food creations today was mains, desserts day. The sea bass was amazing flavours, as was the chicken/chorizo pie,and also the ox cheeks, washed down with a great bottle of Gavi. It's excellent value and I've never been disappointed.

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Des T . 2024-02-10

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Had a fantastic lunch yet again. Food is always great, great wine choice, great lunch menu and special board options. Ed has a great time front of house, and I always await new dishes appearing.

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Des Thomas . 2024-02-09

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A warm welcome and always a great atmosphere! Utterly delicious tasty varied food whether it’s breakfast / lunch or tea! Highlight of our trip to Kippford and look forward to returning! Thank you Team Pook!

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88Jen88 . 2024-02-06

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Brilliant lunch , food superb and reasonably priced.

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Eric Ian Holland . 2024-02-01

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Great news that Ed is now opening for Breakfast/Brunch…. Some great options on the menu, we went traditional and opted for the full Scottish breakfast. Cooked to perfection. Well worth treating your tastebuds!

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Alan D . 2024-01-19

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What a find for a perfect Scottish breakfast highly recommended

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Ian Quint . 2024-01-19

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After completing an asbestos survey in a nearby location on a very cold day, I craved a cup of coffee and a scone. After a warm welcome my order was taken and brought to my table. The coffee was lovely and the warm, fruit scone served with jam and fresh fruit was delightful. Great little experience.

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Beefy_bev . 2024-01-17

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My wife arranged this as my birthday lunch treat and it worked. The mushroom soup first course was as good as it gets. The next course, Susan had the salmon with mussels while I went for the ox's cheek. Both served to perfection and tasty. That left no space for the pudding delights so we just finished with tea and coffee, followed by a most interesting chat with Mr Took. He has more tv appearances lined up. Service was spot on and a second bottle of water arrived just as we finished tge first. A nice warm smart restaurant on an overcast day.

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Colin W . 2024-01-11

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Wonderful meal as always ,the staff are so attentive and professional the food is delicious , freshly cooked with a great twist and always locally sourced ! Even though we knew it would be a limited menu due to the time of year there was plenty of choice and we were not disappointed ! Looking forward to our next meal !

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Sara C . 2024-01-09

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A gem of a restaurant that prides itself in locally sourced cuisine and truly flies the flag for what the Dumfries & Galloway region has to offer.The staff are attentive and knowledgeable but the real magic is the food quality.We have dined here on a number of occasions during recent years, both for simple Lunches and special occasion Evening meals.Local Galloway beef, Shellfish, Game and Vegetarian options all appear on a carefully thought out Menu alongside a daily Specials board. All dishes are diligently prepared in an open view kitchen.There are also many Wines and Beers to choose from should you wish.Nobody needs an excuse to visit Castle Douglas but this is always ours!!See you again very soon Mr Pooks!

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480sarahhh . 2024-01-09

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The food was absolutely amazing, everything i thought it would be . We will definitely be back

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susan jackson . 2024-01-02

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Very good food and the steak was cooked to perfection.

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Squashy . 2023-12-28

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Outstanding food and service. We went last night for Christmas Eve the service was friendly and attentive the food was absolutely delicious we savoured every mouthful. And for the quality we thought is was good value. We will definitely go back

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Jon G . 2023-12-25

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We visited Mr Pook's Kitchen last week whilst on holiday to celebrate my husband's birthday and it was absolutely fantastic! It had been recommended to us by a colleague and it did not disappoint. A wonderful menu with outstanding food and great service - what more could you ask for?! Thank you!

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Danny Hunter . 2023-12-04

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First time visiting Mr Pooks Kitchen and it didn't disappoint. The most incredible food was had. The beef was so tender and tasty and my partner had the turkey which they said was perfect. Both of us enjoyed the desserts. Staff were friendly and explained the food really well. Atmosphere was relaxed and we left, already looking forward to visiting again. Highly recommend Mr Pooks.

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neal burden . 2023-12-02

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It was our first time here. Couldn't fault the service, the staff were very helpful and attentive. They knew two of us were vegetarian and made sure to double check on certain dishes to make sure they were suitable. Really enjoyed the variety of dishes and tastes. It was a very nice leisurely meal.

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Sam Palmer . 2023-11-28

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Food was amazing but the actual restaurant was chilly.

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Judy Wells . 2023-11-26

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What a fantastic meal! We had such a good time and really enjoyed trying everything from the cocktails to the puddings. We would all recommend you give Mr Pooks Kitchen a visit, the food is truly outstanding.

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Galloway12 . 2023-11-22

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Aside from some very lively bottled beer and a poorly printed menu (both addressed promptly and without issue) I can say the food was some of the best I have tasted. The local scallops were divine, as was the local venison. My friends enjoyed the duck egg and salmon starters, and guidance was given on which dishes could be made, or were, gluten free. The service was excellent and a chat with Mr Pook himself rounded off a great night out. I particularly enjoyed reading the framed reviews from various notables in the food world on the wall close to the open kitchen and tucked in amongst them was the single 1 star review from this site, and Mr Pooks excellent response! I would happily eat here again, and will do so if I am in the vicinity in the future.

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sweetpea26-3 . 2023-11-19

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Outstanding, amazing value, super friendly service, super tasty food. Will be back. One if the best places to eat in Dumfries and Galloway

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Nick C . 2023-11-17

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Went today for the first time - it definitely won’t be the last. Food was delicious and the service and atmosphere, excellent. Highly recommended. Thank you

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C4887PBjanem . 2023-11-15

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Had such a lovely evening, food was excellent, staff were very friendly and attentive. Added bonus of being dog friendly too. Would definitely recommend and will be back if we are ever in the area.

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Louise Martin . 2023-11-13

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We had an outstanding meal at Mr Pook’s Kitchen. What a fabulous way to spend a Saturday afternoon. I had the chicken liver parfait. Others had the hot smoked salmon pate & the beetroot and goats cheese risotto (from specials menu). All were fab! Mains we chose were the flat iron steak, mushroom pasta. Also, off the specials board: My daughter had ox cheek (which was beautifully presented and was melt in the mouth), while my husband and I then shared the chateaubriand - which was cooked perfectly, served along with blue cheese and peppercorn sauces, onion rings and chips. In addition we were given some ox cheek and a gravy as a surprise addition. Choice of cheeses for a cheese board, tiramisu and really nice coffees. All in all, it was superb!

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TCH3 . 2023-11-05

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Exceptionally delicious meal last night. Everything delicious and served perfectly. Very lucky to have Ed and his team on our doorstep.

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Frances D . 2023-11-05

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After reading a Grace Dent review of Mr Pook's Kitchen we travelled from the midlands in England to Scotland to check it out. Outstanding experience: the food was beautifully cooked and presented. This Chef knows his craft the food is mouth watering to the eye and does not disappoint on the pallet. The ambiance hums with contented groups and the service is brisk, friendly and professional. We enjoyed our meal so much we returned the following day for lunch and the experience mirrored the night before. Highly recommended.

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Hildenboy . 2023-11-02

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Mr Pooks is housed in the old Clydesdale Bank, an imposing red sandstone building at the top end of the High Street in Castle Douglas. Savoury courses are prepared by Ed and his sous chef in the main dining room, with the pastry section in the bank vault, complete with six-inch thick steel door (!). It was fascinating to watch Ed and his sous chef prepare the dishes … effortlessly moving together round the small space like ballet dancers, making it look very easy. Front of house staff were both professional and delightful in equal measure. Everyone was very friendly, with my wife chatting with Ed afterwards and both of us chatting with the pastry chef at his high-security station. All this made for a lovely overall atmosphere and dining experience … you’re not just sitting at a table and food is brought out from somewhere hidden at the back. It was late October when we visited, and the menu reflected that. The printed menu was supplemented by almost the same again of specials on the board, focusing on in-season local produce (at this point in the year that means beef, venison and shellfish) with autumnal flavours of truffle, red cabbage and so on. Looking at other reviews, I would expect this to vary during the year to reflect the seasons. Our table had a mixture of shellfish and venison dishes. Scallops were exceptionally well cooked (it’s not easy to get them just right), and likewise the venison loin was spot on and nicely complemented the braised venison alongside. Flavour-wise, the “posh boiled egg and soldiers” starter was the outstanding dish for me, with a cheesy-truffly-savoury bread soldier setting the whole dish alive. Overall the quality of the food would not be out of place in a high-end restaurant in Edinburgh, but with a much more relaxed and friendly vibe. Portions are generous – so if you’re a dessert lover, you might want to consider what you do regarding starters … there is an amuse-bouche, which means you don’t launch directly into a main course anyway. Our replete table managed one dessert (a frozen chocolate marquise – think frozen chocolate truffle) which was as pretty as a pin, and delightful. A genuinely enjoyable dining experience and one I intend to repeat.

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okenia . 2023-10-31

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Delicious food. Well worth a visit-busy even on a Wednesday evening.

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Gillian Kemp . 2023-10-21

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Been meaning to eat here for a while.Eventually managed it On a Friday lunch menu ,food was superb and ambiance was relaxed and pleasant.

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Ian Smith . 2023-10-20

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What a lovely evening we had. The food was absolutely delicious (see previous review as we had practically the same dishes). My husband had beautiful hake. The staff were friendly and attentive without being in your face. Not the cheapest but worth every penny.

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CathyfromScotland . 2023-10-12

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Found this place after a Google search of local restaurants. What a discovery. Absolutely amazing food. One of the best meals I've ever had. Staff were excellent, very friendly and helpful. I would recommend this place highly.

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Martin Mcnee . 2023-10-12

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Visited Mr Pook and his team for dinner last night. The restaurant was full and the staff were all coping well. We kicked off with a cocktail, Ninefolds rum daiquiri for me, delicious and a little canapé to tempt the tastebuds flowed by a little cup of sublime mushroom soup with a dried mushroom dust. Then olives, bread, smoked trout & scallops for our starters. I had the most delicious scallop, fig & langoustine risotto for my main, cooked to perfection & so rich & creamy. The rest of the party had the Potterland lamb, ox cheek & pork belly dishes. Lots of oohs & ahas as we savoured the seasonal flavours. The polenta mash with the ox cheek was a big hit. Stuffed to the hit we found a tiny space for the elderflower posset with rhubarb compote, yum!, the panacotta with rum infused pineapple & a honey & oatmeal affogato. Absolutely delicious meal, Thank you Ed & team once again, I’m grateful you are here in Galloway. Oh & the thrice cooked chips went dow a treat too!!

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Islay H . 2023-10-08

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The best grub near me Borgue ( hate driving) every thing was perfecto seasoned to perfection .am back from a 5 week trip in Sydney I ate fine dinning every day as my son is out there chefing a foodie holiday Ace . mr Pooks and crew are worthy in my experience of 3 chef hats ( Aussie ratings ) my fam really enjoyed it . Pushed my 14 yr old daughter out of her food comfort zone .

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ju73 . 2023-10-05

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Bit over rated, or was it a bad day? Staff on view cooking, never my idea of relaxing ambience one looked relaxed the other a bit rattled wore a tea towel on his shoulder, very unhygienic odd coating on the duck egg, supposed to be panko, but looked as crunchy as bread dust hardly an element of taste it was super thin, tasted ok, the risotto was 5 mins away from cooked unless you like al dente rice, overall the taste was good, however let down by slow service and lack of atmosphere the wait staff were friendly would prefer a carrot stick and dip to the pre meal offer of popcorn tho, May return out of season

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Global812074 . 2023-10-04

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Utterly gorgeous lunch. I’m very lucky my sister and her husband took me to Mr Pooks, we all had fabulous food, my sister and I had Pea and Broad Bean Risotto with Scallops, followed by Salmon and Halibut, my brother in law started with foraged Mushrooms on Sourdough toast, followed by Belly Pork, our plates were extremely clean by the end of the meal. Mr Pook is brilliant and so nice, and his staff chefs , waiters and waitresses are very friendly and helpful. This restaurant really deserves a Michelin star, thank you so much. Believe me I really recommend this restaurant.

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116missl . 2023-09-23

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Mr Pook is a talented chef - great lunchtime menu and a happy team of waitresses, chef, commi 1 and 2 all working well together and happily interacting with each other and their customers. Thoroughly enjoyed our lunch and only wish home wasn’t 150 miles away- if we were closer we would be here more often

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Tatthebrig . 2023-09-17

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A delight, both in terms of quality and service. Some amazing cured fish and local scallops, and delightfully well balanced and perfectly cooked mains. Nice use of acidity, fermentation and umami. Go visit.

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Paul . 2023-09-16

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We really enjoyed all the food and drink here, and there were some really interesting options on the menu. The only thing letting it down was the service. We were brought canapes, bread and butter, and an amuse bouche before our ordered courses, and we weren't sure what any of these were as the servers did not announce them clearly. I was also surprised they served what we later found out was salmon canapes before knowing if we were vegetarian or not. The other thing was we'd booked a table, but they just showed us to whichever empty table they had, so I don't know if they checked the booking to see that it was for my Dad's 60th birthday, which I hoped they'd have recognised. The wine list was a bit odd, in that it was cheaper to buy individual glasses rather than a bottle. Overall a nice dinner, but some more confident servers would make all the difference.

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Marsupial91 . 2023-09-15

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Lovely food in an atmospheric setting. Could not fault either the food or the service, BUT why oh why do you allow dogs into the restaurant. Dogs do not belong in an eating environment. I feel so strongly about this I will not be returning....

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Lesley B . 2023-09-13

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Had a wonderful dinner here last night with a group of friends. The food was amazing, great local produce expertly cooked and presented. Delicious wines and friendly, professional service. Thank you everyone at Mr Pooks Kitchen

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Kim Morton . 2023-09-06

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Fantastic food on a few occasions. Worth a trip to castle Douglas if you are in the area. AND dog friendly!!!

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marstr1860 . 2023-09-01

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We visited this restaurant on a busy Saturday lunchtime and all I can say is the food was delightful. The men shared the venison which they said was really tasty,the pork belly was very good and my steak toastie was delicious. We had starters and...

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186534Shazza . 2023-08-25

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A special evening meaL for a 21st birthday. Superb food. We had pork belly and Ox cheek. Brilliantly executed, served by friendly knowledgebul staff. Highly recommended.

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Chris Lincoln-Jones . 2023-08-20

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Question-What is better than dinner at Mr Pooks Answer-TWO dinners at Mr Pooks. Yes I was fortunate enough to spend two evenings eating the very best of Scottish produce cooked with love and enthusiasm by Ed Pooks and Giacomo . The starter of scallops with...

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Sean F . 2023-08-19

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Excellent dinner with friends, highly recommended.

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Hugh Fitzpatrick . 2023-08-17

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Superb dishes made from local produce. The Potterland lamb and Kircudbright scallops were simply divine. Decent value too. Will make every effort to return. Highly recommended if staying in the area or passing through. Revisited a year later and happy to say the food is still magnificent with the slow braised Ox cheek a particular triumph!

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Neill Slane . 2023-08-17

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Well what an amazing experience from start to finish, table of four and we had 3 courses plus wine, cocktails and local beer. There wasn’t anything to fault! All of our selections were visually stunning, and everything had so much flavour, between us we had...

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Pathfinder245618 . 2023-08-13

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The service was warm, friendly welcoming and efficient. The dinner menu was a treat to read and digest, showcasing local produce as well as exciting flavour combinations. The presentation of each dish was a delight to the eyes as well as our tastebuds. Mr Pooks...

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224lizziec . 2023-08-13

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First time I’ve been and wow the food was amazing. The service friendly and amazing. I. Would certainly be going again as I’ve done fine dining but it does not compare to this. Would totally recommend absolute fantastic chef can’t wait to go back Thankyou

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burns05 . 2023-08-11

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Fantastic place for lunch, nice decor, bright and airy. Staff very attentive and friendly. Fresh flowers were a nice touch. Food looked inviting and tasted good. Specials board with lots of choice. Lots of local produce. Price point more than I'd usually spend for lunch...

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Sheelagh M . 2023-08-10

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An excellent meal made from local produce that was cooked, presented and served exquisitely.

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Anne Thornley . 2023-07-28

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Me and the wife called here as l thought l would treat her as it was her birthday, wish l hadn't bothered as this place is really overrated, we both had the toasted steak sandwich which came with chips and salad, for £14 each it...

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Roam20632881835 . 2023-07-22

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Not local to this area, I chose this restaurant from the consistently excellent Tripadvisor reviews, and we were not disappointed. The delicately presented amuse-bouche was delightful. We had the venison carpaccio, and scallops for starters, which were well presented and tasty. For our main courses...

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Gordon L . 2023-07-19

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Excellent restaurant, food superb and staff very friendly.

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Sylvia Wright . 2023-07-14

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1st time , but won't be last. It's fine dining at its best in castle douglas. If you want pub food, go somewhere else. 1st class experience from start to finish from the entire team at Mr. pooks.

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Colin Robertson . 2023-07-14

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We've been in Scotland for the past week, both on the East and West Coast. This has been the best (and most expensive) meal we've had. By far the best and worth the additional cost. Pat and Bridget. Galway Ireland

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Pato T . 2023-07-12

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Once again, a really tasty lunch was had in beautiful surroundings and with lovely, attentive staff. It's great that the menu is made up of what's in season/locally sourced where possible and the attention to detail is first class...supporting local artisans too. Even the mocktails...

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artatthecoop . 2023-07-06

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I booked dinner here after reading some great reviews and it has been the food highlight of our holiday. The menu is innovative and it didn't disappoint on the plate. I had the Panko crumbed duck egg followed by braised Ox Cheek and both were...

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merlion02 . 2023-07-06

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Was underwhelmed after Grace Dent review in Guardian. Interesting menu but disappointing results. Queen scallops gritty risotto rice undercooked. Mains salmon and turbot dishes sauces bland, turbot portion small. Service friendly and efficient but long wait between starter and main.

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S783GIdavidc . 2023-07-05

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Absolutely amazing in every way. Honestly blown away by the quality and expert skills of Ed and his team. I was lucky enough to take my elderly father out for his birthday meal and he is still talking about how much he enjoyed the whole experience. I will honestly go as far to say this has to be the finest restaurant in Dumfries and Galloway, by far!

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Nick Paterson . 2023-06-30

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Visiting the area we saw a recent Guardian review of Mr Pook’s Kitchen and decided to treat ourselves. Wow from the moment we entered the young friendly team were essence of Scottish hospitality. The kitchen is open to the small dining room so you can...

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MargaretK374 . 2023-06-29

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I love the whole ethos of Ed's cooking. Mr pooks is a fantastic restaurant, great foods,amazing wines, and desserts are the thing that makes you return. Great care and attention goes in to the dishes, passion too. The pea,broad bean risotto was amazing not lacking...

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Des T . 2023-06-05

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Wow, what a brilliant place. Had dinner here with friends. The atmosphere is relaxed and informal with none of the pretence you can get with other fine dining establishments. Make no mistake - this is fine dining - every course was a delight. A great experience, loved by locals and the national press alike. I'll be back.

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Nick Toms . 2023-06-03

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What a brilliant experience at Mr Pooks! We had read a great review and expectations were high - our evening was a wonderful treat. From the stylish surroundings, the excellent cocktails and snacks to the amazing food which is locally sourced. The service was exceptional...

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E5902HMkathrynw . 2023-06-02

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Big city style food and , nice little cup of pea and mint soup with compliments of the chef followed by a smooth tasty chicken liver parfait and a main of venison. Good and well priced wine list. Open plan kitchen with 2 hard working...

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55Steelman55 . 2023-05-31

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Really great food well done. Local sustainable produce cooked to a fantastic standard. From Tim at Four Season Farm in Borgue

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Tim Maitland . 2023-05-26

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Fantastic find on the last night of our holiday. Loved the little extras, smoked trout on a potato tweel and the mushroom soup which was an amazing flavour. Starters of smoked salmon pate and scallops, both yummy! Followed by Lamb and halibut, then a shared...

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janelB4783MY . 2023-05-24

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Just returned to our holiday accommodation after an excellent experience at Mr Pook’s and felt I had to post a review From the time we walked in we were made very welcome it was also great to be able to bring our dog We both...

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johnhA484ZL . 2023-05-24

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This restaurant definitely lives up to all its good reviews. Our visit was so enjoyable from start to finish. Every member of staff was helpful and friendly throughout and made us feel very welcome. The food was exceptionally good. From the amuse bouche, through the...

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feelymerl . 2023-05-06

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Splendid food....worth the journey!

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Anthony Warren . 2023-05-03

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When you get an amuse bouche as perfect as this one you know you’re in for a treat. Almost without precedent in Scotland every course was as near to perfection as it could possibly be . A tiny cup of wild galloway cep soup followed...

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broombank . 2023-05-03

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We thoroughly enjoyed our first visit to Mr Pook's on the first day of a recent mini break to Dumfries and Galloway - Scotland's hidden gem. The setting is excellent with well spread out tables. You can observe food being prepared and my goodness the...

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Richard B . 2023-04-27

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Exceptionally good food and fantastic warm, friendly service from all the staff - including Ed himself.

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sdhc . 2023-04-16

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Wonderful. Excellent quality and 2nd to none service

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Joe “Dollyfanuk” Skelly . 2023-04-16

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We've been to Mr Pook's 3 or 4 times. As a result of Birthday and Christmas presents we've also been fortunate to have been to fine dining restaurants in Glasgow, Edinburgh and Belfast. In every aspect Mr Pook's is one of our top two . We are so lucky they are in Castle Douglas.

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P B . 2023-04-14

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Starters were nice and seasonal however the toasty and kids meals were not what you would expect. The toasty was a standard white pan loaf smothered in butter, not earths crust sourdough which seems to be used in other dishes. The kids menu was limited,...

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McIntyre87 . 2023-04-14

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Drove over from Glasgow to eat at Mr Pook's. Was not disappointed! Absolutely fantastic. Painstakingly made, all ingredients were locally sourced and the open kitchen was a treat to watch. Edward has really elevated the dining scene in the region and beyond! Word of advice; book well in advance!

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Vineet Rohatgi . 2023-04-13

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Had a wonderful evening. From the moment I arrived I was warmly greeted. All the food, including amuse bouche and a pre-starter were excellent. The specials board had numerous interesting options; I could easily have chosen 4 or 5 dishes. Service was friendly and efficient....

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Sante1492 . 2023-04-05

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Nice place with good ambiance, food is excellent, but not inexpensive, staff friendly and attentive but not overly so, we shared a starter and a pudding but had a main each and a bottle of wine the bill was over£110.Great if you can afford it...

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E4040XAsusand . 2023-04-05

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We have visited Mr Pooks a couple of times and each time has been marvellous. I had the scallops to start then pan fried brill for mains, my partner had the Korean pork belly then lamb for main. The scallops were locally sourced and I...

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orangesandpeaches . 2023-04-03

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We visited this restaurant for dinner. We were on holiday nearby and had read the excellent reviews so decided to give it a go. we are so glad that we did as it was wonderful. the choice of food was amazing. Everything we had was...

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Discover62583523969 . 2023-04-01

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Faultless from start to finish. Dog-friendly, warm welcome, beautiful and very tasty food and a good wine list. Great value too. If you're in the area do yourself a big favour and visit Mr Pool's.

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Kevin Bailey . 2023-03-30

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Really delicious meal. Not inexpensive but different and beautifully cooked. Lovely staff too. 👏

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Frances Dupuy . 2023-03-27

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Having had a brilliant dinner at Mr Pook's Kitchen some two years ago we booked a table for 8 for lunch. We were not disappointed - and our friends were equally impressed -by this sophisticated restaurant. We were there for a light lunch - so...

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angusm721 . 2023-03-26

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Fantastic food and service, pricey but worth it, had a great evening

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Amanda McGeorge . 2023-03-14

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Is my 2nd time, my family and I go to this Mr.Pook's Kitchen. The food is awesome. The service is fantastic. Servers & Chefs are very helpful and friendly. Highly recommended. A place you should not miss.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Catherine Rickard . 2023-03-13

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