Osnaburg Bar Limited in Angus

Very friendly pleas , nice staff specially a young guy in hat lol girls where lively too :) band music was cherry on top of cake 😎

what an absolute dump now . such a shame . furniture ripped , tables sticky and filthy and dogs running lose . will not be going back until this is sold to someone who cares about its past

appears this is up for sale . was once a thriving pub restaurant but now appears to be a stop in for local alcoholics . evidence of drug dealing going on outside in the street . bar maid smoking right in doorway which is a right turn off for starters . toilets were minging too . won't be returning here soon

Excellent service, food was excellent, steaks cooked to perfection. Only little problem was very noisy with some drunk drinkers, However tne food was superb and would definitely come back.

Pub does great food and live bands at weekends. Sunday is an amazing open mic night. Staff are friendly

Have eaten here 3 times now and the food is great add to that that they have Real Ales and Peroni on draft , what more could you ask for ? Worth a visit and , very friendly pub

Great wee pub, very friendly staff who looked after us. Only one small hiccup was the wait for food, but it was worth waiting for!

Only found this Pub by chance when I was in Forfar with my caravan and little dog. The staff are very friendly and just loved having my little dog there. Had a meal with friends there and used it each night I was in Forfar. Great place and well worth a visit.

Had a lovely visit to this bar for some lunch. I will definitely be coming back. It was absolutely amazing! The staff should be very proud of themselves!

This is the best place in Forfar for a relaxed evening and great atmosphere. The staff are lovely and there's a great group of locals we meet every time. The food is really tasty and fantastic value, and there is a great choice to suit all tastes. It's warm and cosy and is now our local. It is very much still dog friendly too.

Lovely pub and staff friendly The unfortunate thing is that they no longer accepts dogs on their premises.

Went here for a drink on a Saturday night, first time since xmas. It was very quiet with no atmosphere. Not sure the open plan layout works, and should have left behind the bar as it was. Good pint though !

Visited here today with a friend and my dog for lunch. Excellent welcoming atmosphere with lovely friendly staff. It was great to be able to walk the dog around the loch and then stop off for lunch nearby without having to take him home first and head back out. Food was excellent and good value for money as well. Will definitely be back!

While staying in Forfar I was struggling to find some real ale but I found it here. It is a real locals pub with a good atmosphere and three good real ales on. We did not eat here but the food being served looked good.

Staff are very obliging, allowed us to bring our kids in so we could watch the football final. Have made a couple of trips during our visit from NZ and have done many times in the past. Consider this place our local when in town

The Better Half and I have not been in here since 2013. It's changed hands a couple of times, chefs have changed a few times, I understand, and it's had a facelift. So what's the food like?

Enjoyed a drink as a trip down memory lane. Was my local 30 years ago and although changed a lot it's still a great pub with great beer. Location is great right in town centre down a small alleyway. Take a walk round Forfar Loch and enjoy your drink afterwards.

Lucky find after a wet walk around Loch Forfar. Warm welcome with our little dog, a relief from the rain. Great menu of yummy food. Prompt service from a very cheerful lady, food was lovely and hot. Enjoyed our lunch and recommend especially if you have a four legged friend with you. Forfar did not appear very dog friendly but this pub/bar is.

Social hub with a very friendly atmosphere to go for a chat and a pint. Redone inside. Big screen. Couple real ales like Jarl and inveralmond.

3 of us went for lunch. I had the steak pie which I would not recommend as it was very dry and the frozen chips it came with, although hot were not great either. My friends each had burgers which they said were OK, but nothing to write about. My main complaint was the place was cold, I had to keep my coat on all the way through lunch. Would not rush back.

The title says it all really!! I'm just filling up space until it lets me leave!! But it still won't so I'm typing randomly

A friend and I ate here yesterday as we couldn't get food at our usual place.

Visited this as part of a large party. It's tucked away down a wee lane, but there is parking nearby.

Always wanted tae come here and glad wi did. Nice friendly staff and felt really homely. Macaroni cheese is so good and very filling wit a salad and garlic bread. I ordered chips wi mine which I wasn't really needing as I was so full up, brilliant macaroni. Bairns hed pizza and chips which they really enjoyed too. Hubby had steak in a baguette he says it is one of the best steak baguette he's ever had. We will be back !

Went here for the first time last week and have to say the food was amazing!! Good quality food, big portions and friendly staff! Reasonably priced. I definitely recommend going here for lunch or dinner! We will definitely be back!!

Best place in Forfar for food and drink, have always liked the Os as a pub but after the refurb it's perfect for food as well. Been a couple times for food and can't complain.

We waited ages for food - starter the waitress (who was lovely and very young) apologised the food was ok,...

Three people in our party off five ordered steak pie, two came cold and the other one was frozen, waitress...

Buen entorno con un encantador interior reformado. Precios razonables y variedad de alimentos y bebidas es buena. El camarero era un poco lento y parecía que no estaba seguro de lo que estaba haciendo - estoy suponiendo que era nuevo. En general, fue agradable

Go through 'the Pend' @ the Cross and find the 'Os' - friendly local with two excellent real ales ( Jarl and Lia Fail on tap) . Ate twice and had very nice pub food which was good value

I went to the Osnaburg for a bite to eat with a friend last week...what a transformation!.The bar has been refurbished in the last month by the owners and now offers food. There is also an excellent range of drinks on offer including Cask Ales and Craft Beer. We had a light lunch - Steak Sandwich for me and Jacket Potato for the Mrs...perfect and a good price too...a pint of Jarl for me and a pleasant white wine for the wife - all good and under £20. I would recommend to all if you are in Forfar anytime soon. The bar is also very female friendly now and very light and airy. There is a disabled toilet and baby changing facilities too. Families are welcome I noted which isn't always the case up here. 10/10 from us!.

Lovely friendly pub. Just a shame they did not offer any food. The beer was excellent, will definately return when I visit Forfar again.

Went for a bar lunch on 31st May. Took our dog, which was offered a bowl of water. Lunch was excellent with large portions. Friendly staff, although a bit of a wait for our starter. Enjoyed it so much we returned the next day, again a good experience, and not so much of a wait this time. Would recommend a visit to anyone in the area, especially if they have a dog with them.

If you want some friendly banter and some good service this is not the place for you.Cold and soulless place, once a fine establishment but alas the ambiance has gone.Locals are unfriendly and bar staff not much better.

A nice establishment for a girly catch up over a lovely coffee and biscuits. Nice atmosphere and friendly staff.

This is a good traditional wee pub that provides good beer at a reasonable price and also tea & coffee with biscuits for anyone not drinking alcohol. We have visited this pub quite a few times over the years and have never been disappointed.

Really nice barWarm and friendly and welcomingTv screens with sports and musicNot the biggest so if busy no seats available But really nice place to come for a few drinks Very good food on the menu and great value

Nice to come back after eighteen months and find that the old place has lost none of it's charm and character. Visit was in middle of a Monday afternoon so very quite, but enjoyed a pint or two before moving on

Popped in for an afternoon drink to pass some summer time away. This is a small pub with a friendly atmosphere. It has a welcoming feel about it No frills.

Popped in for a break while the rain was on. Visited because it's advertised as dog friendly. The lass behind the bar was very friendly and found a bowl of water for our dog. Only down side was there was no chef so we couldn't have lunch. But we will come back again

A group of ladies from work popped in for some pre dinner drinks to find they had to use the extremely crowded noisy Public Bar. There was no bar service in the quieter empty Lounge Bar where we eventually took our drinks so we could have a seat and a chat.

As Forfar is sadly lacking in decent places to eat, we were please to find this pub recommended on tripadvisor. Went there on Saturday but find the have no chef and therefor no food.

I have seen the Osnaburg Bar change owners over the years but it never loses its character. We went in for a couple of drinks before catching a taxi home.Nice & central in the town .It is in a back street just through the Vennel close from the centre of the town opposite the public baths.

We enjoyed a nice bar lunch here on our first visit it was very quiet but we were there before noon.Service was good friendly staff and the food was lovely.Will definitely return to sample more dishes.

A pub that looks like a pub with good beers and lots of malts! I found this to be a friendly busy, but now packed pub. We were only in for a drink so can not comment on food.

Very friendly reception from all the staff. Food was excellent and real ale. Nice private restarant room and a separate bar with a lovely atmoshere. I would recommend this pub everyday. We were a group of 24 and were catered for with incredible hospitality and efficiency. We hope to visit again on our next trip. Many thanks to Dawn and her team.

We enjoyed our lunch on Saturday the staff were friendly and helpful. Good variety on the menu. Worth a visit.

Friendly staff and a good selection of local beers, this became our local while staying in Forfar. Big screen TV's if you like sports.

We went for lunch on Friday and I must say the food was lovely! We had the jalapeños and they wereabsolutely delightful and with very good service as well and the burgers were also homemade which is always a bonus! The desserts were amazing as well and perfect amount for lunch. We would definitely recommend a visit here for any occasion

We thought we would give The Osnaburg a try for lunch as it was all good reviews. Bad move. The lounge was a lovely setting...and that was as lovely as it got. The lemonade and blackcurrent drinks - could barely taste the blackcurrent. I ordered a sweet chilli chicken panini and chips. Chicken was not fresh cooked fillet. About half way through my lunch and found a hair on my plate underneath the chips. Looked like an animal hair. Complained and was not charged for my meal. I have to say it kinda put the others off from finishing their meals! We were the only customers in the place and the chef did not have the decency to come and apologise - disgusting and shocking treatment of his customers. Definitely would not recommend this place for eats to anyone.

Looking for somewhere different. Searched on trip adviser. Lovely freshly cooked food. Nicely presented and god value for money. Well worth remembering.

The good thing about this pub is that it is "off the beaten track", so to speak. It is nicely decorated and is, both inside and out, a lovely building. It attracts a better class of clientele than most other pubs in town which is nice and allows for a peaceful ambience

Have not eaten here to date, but from a pub point of view, it is a very friendly relaxed atmosphere with a good clientele. There have a few owners or people who have leased the pub over the last 5 years, but my experience with the people who currently run it is very good. Would easily recommend it.

Stopped here during a trip touring Scotland- very glad we did! Had a lovely meal of homemade soup and shortbread on a freezing day next to the fire! The hostess Mary gave us lots of information for our travels and was really fun to chat to. We would recommend it and will come back again if ever we can!

If you are in Forfar do yourself a favour and head to the Osnaburg, very good food, varied menu, had chicken satay which was full of flavour and spicy ,my wife had butternut squash soup followed by vegetarian courgette and ricotta lasagne . I had king prawn curry, fresh and full of flavour, too full for pudding but cheese meringues and toblerone cheesecake all on offer . Busy place, charming professional service!

Visited the Osnaburg Bar on a recent trip back to Scotland. Food was of excellent quality, and above your average "bar food". Good service, and a warm welcome from both the owner and the locals. We'll go back next time we're in, or passing through, Forfar.

Excellent food and service, Mary working very hard along with her chef and team to make your meal and visit a pleasure, deserves every success, we will be back.

Thoroughly enjoyed a visit to the Osnaburg Bar Bistro whilst on a visit to Forfar. The food was delicious and the young waitress was efficient but not intrusive.

I booked an evening meal for 13 people including me, my wife and our dog "Jetson" as dogs are allowed in the bar. On the night of our visit the bar was heaving so the landlady gave permission for my dog , who is well behaved, to be in the restaurant with us and the rest of our companions. The menu is excellent and varied, the sevice was just as good. Nothing was too much trouble. Me and my wife also spent a lunchtime there and the service in the bar was just as good. If I ever visit Forfar again I will certainly be visiting the "Osnaburg" again. It is also reputed to be the most haunted building in Forfar, to be fair the only spirits we saw were 10 year old malts.

While staying with family on our visit from NZ, we were taken here for a 'light lunch'! The meal was great and certainly not on the 'light' or small size either. Service was quick and very pleasant. Our relations were certainly going back, as this was their first visit, after having been recommended to it by a local.

Had a fun evening which started with drinks while catching up with friends in the bar before moving through to the bistro.This is a good place to catch up with the girls for supper in the bistro and have a bottle (or two) of prosecco ... Food choice was great and tasted even better and was served in a cosy environment.

We thought we would try the Bistro in the Oz for friends birthday as it is relatively new and were not disappointed! Seven of us arrived, were seated promptly by very friendly staff but we soon discovered this is a place you want to stay in, take time to enjoy your meal and surroundings which were lovely. Won't go in to details of what everyone had but it was all delicious, we raved about it to each other and complemented the staff and also heard people at other tables doing the same - totally relaxing, enjoyable experience thank you Mary and team .

I had an evening meal here recently. Very relaxed friendly atmosphere. Food was delicious and staff efficient and friendly. Will be back soon for more! Couldn't fault the three courses we had. A most enjoyable evening.

Popped in for lunch with my fiance and was surprised to find a lot more than normal pub grub. Great little place to go for lunch, would happily recommend Osnaburg.

Went to the Os last night with a group of girl friends for my birthday dinner. The Lounge was already booked so we were in the bar. Food was excellent with a varied choice that was totally different to the usual culprits on a bar menu. Presentation was beautiful with typical 'Mary' style and all dishes were delicious. Lovely complimentary bread and home-made shortie were typical touches. Service from Shona and Dawn was great and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Would definitely recommend and already looking forward to a return visit.

Warm and welcoming with nice atmosphere.Staff were friendly and attentive and couldn't be more helpful.The Antipasti was excellent and well presented and the Moroccan Beef was "to die for"! Very reasonable and excellent value for money.

Our first visit, but not the last. Excellent food , cooked to order. Because of this the chef was able to individually tailor the meals to suit us. Altogether first class, with lovely, friendly staff. Do try the Toblerone cheese cake, if on offer. And a proper Scottish real ale too!

We visited The Osnaburg (my local) for lunch last week and we were not disappointed. The food was excellent and the new chef is obviously making his mark on the pub. Service was first class from Dawn and Mary and we would certainly recommend that you try the Osnaburg.

Passing through the town visiting antique shops I came across this lovely Bistro pub, the owner Mary, was very enthusiastic about her bistro, and the menu. The meal was served with an easy pace, which is much better than these places where they want turn around quickly. I had a great lunch. the pleasant surroundings of the pub were made better when I walked out into a quiet street with old cobbles makes it look ye olde. Cant wait to revisit in the summer when there maybe hanging baskets adorning the street

Popped in for drink, stayed for dinner as menu looked appealing. Great Thai curry served by lovely staff. A most welcome surprise tucked away off the Main Street. Would definitely recommend.

A what's for tea moment turned into a trip to the Osnaburg where the Mexican Beef was tender and very tasty. Followed by what can only be described as the biggest meringue I have ever eaten.

We arrived here with a very wet dog but was welcomed by the very friendly staff who served us with a delicious lunch of Mexican beef stew followed by sticky toffee pudding and toblerone cheese cake that was to die for. Will definitely go back there again!

Was here on Saturday night for a spur of the moment meal. Everything was perfect from the meal to the staff. Definitely be back.

Excellent bar lunches and friendly atmosphere and service with a smile. Also the only dog friendly pub in Forfar.

Had a delicious bar lunch today. A homely family friendly pub. Staff were welcoming and attentive, food was very tasty. Looking forward to an evening meal here soon. Our son said that the toblerone cheesecake was the best dessert he has ever had! Would highly recommend a visit to the Osnaburg.

My partner and I popped in to the Osnaburgh tonight, on one of the coldest May evening's in years and received a lovely warm welcome from the staff. Not only that, while my partner ordered a pint I cheekily asked if I could have a cup of tea because I was so cold and the bar staff couldn't have been lovelier; they brought me a lovely pot of tea and some complimentary homemade shortbread...all delivered with a smile. I highly recommened this pub, if you want somewhere with a friendly atmosphere.

I enjoyed an excellent meal in the new Bistro Bar in the Osnaburg in Forfar recently, the food was excellent and freshly prepared to a very high standard. Unbelievably good value with terrific portions and wonderful, attentive staff. On a cold day it was a joy to sit beside a roaring fire and quaff a few real ales or fine wines along with the marvelous food on offer. You have the option of eating in the Bistro or alternatively in the Bar, park yourself in either and enjoy the relaxed ambience of an old traditional hostelry. The Osnaburg Bar and Bistro is a must visit!

Imagine the scene you order Steak and that's divine subtly cooked to my every need, then followed by toblerone sweet. although am told the menu varies, the sweet is a great compliment to the whole meal. The surroundings are pleasant with back ground music. Waiting staff are very attentive and being a lone eater I didn't feel odd on my own, which is often the case is these bistro pubs.

I had dinner with friends on Saturday night in the newly opened bistro in the Osnaburg Bar in Forfar. From the minute we walked in, I knew it was going to be a good experience. The fire was lit, cleverly placed candles created a great ambience, and the soft jazz music set the scene. The wait staff were friendly and attentive, and the menu choices were inspired. I shared the arancini balls and satay skewers to start with, followed by a spicy Moroccan stew and jasmine rice which was tasty and cooked to perfection. To finish I had the toblerone cheesecake and amazing tasting ice cream. The price was very reasonable and the quality excellent. Thumbs up to the new chef. The accompanying wine was reasonably priced and complimented the meal nicely. I will definitely be back and would recommend this bistro very highly.

Enjoyed a really lovely evening with family and friends. Extremely tasty food with hearty portions. Warm and welcoming atmosphere. Look forward to many return visits.

The Osnaburg has always been a good bar with welcoming staff, good beer and a friendly clientele. Now that the restaurant has re-opened again it is also a good place to go out to eat. Highly recommended.

I had a very lovely meal in the Ornaburg. Staff warm and friendly and attentive. Menu was varied and very tasty. Will definitely return soon for some more delicious treats.

A welcome addition to Forfar''s cuisine. Having a separate bar provides a nice ambience to what was a fantastic evening meal, pleasant surrounds, attentive service and altogether an excellent dining experience. Would highly recommend paying this new restaurant a visit.

Had dinner with friends. We received a warm welcome and attentive as we arrived. We had time for a quick drink in the bar which has a lovely relaxed atmosphere. Bar staff were friendly. We went through to the dining room which is nicely decorated, candles around the dining room make a great impact and there was nice tasteful background music playing to set a very pleasant atmosphere. Waitresses were good and knew the menu well. We were given complimentary breads, oils & olives whilst we ordered our food. I chose atlantic prawns and the moroccan beef. Wow - the food quality was fantastic. Portions were good and we all rated our dishes very highly. Menu is varied and this is a fantasic and much needed new restaurant in town. I will definitely recommend this to family & friends and I will be going back very soon.

Our party of nine had a fine dining experience in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. The food was superb and very well presented will definitely be back.

had a lovely meal, great atmosphere, had cranberry panini, baked potato and fabulous chicken curry between my family of 4. will go back soon

We enjoyed a very pleasant evening in this cosy pub, sharing a few drinks. We would definitely return.

Superb quality and ambience can be sought from this local establishment having found one of the finest chefs in the area. These are now enhanced through her varied menu where anyone can be catered for. I myself am a "fussy eater" and had no issues finding something suitable to consume. The lounge area is fresh, and would be suitable for everyone. I can recommend the establishment, if your looking for lunch during the week.

good location and beer noisy televisions playing football and jukebox with no one appearing interested in tv

Great friendly pub. Dawn & Neil are excellent hosts. Has a good variety of beers and spirits. Would recommend a visit.

we stumbled upon this wee pub on a thursday night in forfar seemed busy enough but very little interaction for visitors apart from that the decor etc was ok but the lager awful my advice gie it a miss

The Osnaburg continues to offer a fine selection of beers, wines and whisky. A recent refurbishment sees it return to a more traditional look and feel.The pub doesn't do food. Not sure how it managed to be rated as #1 in the town for this as there are a number of better places. Hopefully they offer food soon rather than going in for lunch and locals are sat eating a Subway or a Bridie.Overall a good place for a drink.

I've had a lot of bar lunches all over Scotland but this was the best by far. Just went in on the passing. The bar was a bit dingy and there was dogs about and it really needs decorating to brighten the place up. Having said that, the lady behind the bar couldn't have been nicer or more helpful and the food was absolutely brilliant. My Husband had a pork dish with potatoes done four ways I think, on a side dish which was heaven for him as he loves potatoes. He cleared his plates and thought it was excellent. I had steak pie which was just perfect. There was loads of tender steak and the gravy was lovely. Homemade chips which you don't often see anywhere these days. The pastry was perfect and I had a side plate with 4 little dishes, one with green beans perfectly cooked. Baby carrots perfectly cooked. Broccoli in a sauce topped with melted cheese and a dish with asparagus,peas and bacon in a sauce. I wasn't too keen on that one but my Husband ate it. You do need a big appetite though as the portions were huge. It's not too expensive either and well worth the money

Dropped in on spec, and 1st impressions were not good. Didn't look like it was open, and didn't look like they were ready for customers at all. We were put through into the lounge area, which is quite cosy in ambience. Drinks came very quickly and we didn't have to wait long for our meals either. The waitress was 1st class, very polite and friendly. And the food? Absolutely brilliant, we both enjoyed it immensely. Very keenly priced too. The place could do with a freshen up and had clearly not been cleaned properly from a party at the weekend. The good food more than made up for it all though, we'll definitely be back!!

I was in the bar last night and had the Beef Wellington. It was absolutely gorgeous. Very tender and mouthwatering. I highly recommend popping in for some tasty food in a great atmosphere.

having eaten at the osnaburg bar for several months now ,i feel after the last review i must write another review , anyone that does any cooking at all must realise that to do home made chips in old unfiltered oil doesnt make crisp bit free chips . i have also been in the bar, before food is served and regulary seen the chef clean out the fryers and at end of the chefs shifts. clean the filters , the kitchen is very small and located at the side of the bar which isnt perfect and i suspect that the extractor fan cannot be turned up to full as the fire then draws smoke into the bar area !.Iam a none smoker myself but most catering establishments have private areas for staff to smoke ,the osnaburg unfortunatly doesnt (out of sight out of mind) i have regulary chatted to the chef out side ( who hasnt always got a cigarette in her hand ).I and my family have been again today for lunch as usual everything was superb , great atmoshphere .,great food , keep up the good work to all in the osnaburg !!!! EXCELLENT

Very friendly pub, made to feel welcome even from the pubs dog! The open fire was a particular pleasing.Food was of good standard and well presented. A few problem though.The place has a very bad of grease, doesn't smell like the filters or cooking oil gets cleaned enough, my clothes were stinking even the next day. Also the cook, although very nice and pleasant was always outside smoking in between cooking!! Not very hygienic .If these problems were sorted out would definitely visit again.

Brilliant value for money. great meal and service was excellent. Owner couldn't do enough for us. meal was huge. way to much..

I visited with my mother for lunch today.We received a very warm welcome, Karen was helpful with the menu, details of today's specials, we ask for starter as main meal and offered extra sides with the meal.The presentation was restaurant quality.The desserts and main meal were absolutely delicious. The food excels pub grub it's restaurant quality. We will be back, we were made to feel extremely welcome."Bailey was a star" and if your on a budget this is the place to go very reasonable. We are talking about our next visit.

Decided to go out for lunch today and almost turned back because of the weather.So glad we didn't!We were passing the Osnaburg and I mentioned to my wife that they used to do great mince rolls about 25 years ago when I was regularly in Forfar on business!Nothing ventured we decided to go in and see if lunches were being served.We received a warm greeting from the landlady, who took our dripping wet coats whilst getting our drinks.I started with Puy Lentil Soup, which was a delicious meal in itself, served with huge chunks of bread and butter.My wife chose a Ploughman's Lunch, which was like no Ploughman's we had ever seen before. Served on a wooden platter, It had a great selection of cheeses, meats, pickles, bread and salad, and would easily have fed both of usI had Chicken Fajitas, which was served on a wooden platter, with a huge portion of chicken, 3 large wraps,, cheese, cream, sauces! crisps and salad with a portion of fresh homemade chips. Safe to say I won't need anything else to eat for the rest of today at least!We finished with coffee.In summary - a friendly warm service, with excellent quality food, and substantial portions. Obviously very popular with locals, and no surprise there.Well done everyone at the Osnaburg. We'll be back!