The Pleuchie's Howff in Dumfries & Galloway

Stupid step going into gents toilet my dad tripped and split head open no response from staff to help absolutely ridiculous never stop there or go for drink there don’t care

We dropped in on a quiet Monday and asked to be fed. What a treat! We were offered a tasty choice, all specially prepared and cooked to order. Together with fine ales on draft, our delicious meal was served with love and was great value. Much appreciated.

Noche absolutamente genial Heather y su familia no podía haber hecho más para ayudar. El buffet era el mejor que he visto de salmón fresco carnes frías ensalada de pollo aceitunas variedad de sándwiches de junta samosas salsas de queso lo que quieras que estaba allí. También atiende a las alergias alimentarias. Gran personal no me puedo quejar sin duda volveremos en el futuro. Gracias de nuevo por hacer fiesta de mi papá fácil. ☺

familia y queríamos un estrés día gratis. Tras un poco investigación reservado howff pleuchies que estaban proporcionando una menú fijo de 5 platos por £35. Antes del evento visité el hotel para recoger un menú. La propietaria fue muy servicial y dijeron que si había algo que tienen (oficial gruesa o más pequeña porción diferente) para hacerles saber y lo mejor posible para proporcionar. La cena fue una sentada en 3,30 durante el día de Navidad. Nos dio una cálida bienvenida y nos llevaron a nuestra mesa y disfrutamos de una copa de vino caliente especiado. Me pareció que el plato de sopa era perfecto, pero cada plato que siguió inmediatamente se convirtió en mi favorito. La comida era fabulosa. El servicio en entrometido y profesional. Los propietarios de howff pleuchies claramente querían que sus huéspedes tienen un día precioso y nada era ninguna molestia. Teníamos nuestro estrés día gratis. Muchas gracias a los dueños de Pleuchies Howff. Todos estuvimos de acuerdo en nuestra cena de Navidad era mejor de lo que podríamos haber esperado. Espero que 2016 es un gran año para Pleuchies Howff.

Encantador, caliente y sabrosa comida, personal agradable y buen ambiente. Los platos vacíos podría haber sido resuelto un poco más rápido pero que me es muy delicado. Recomendaciones elevadas de mí!

Muchas gracias a Heather para ayudarnos a disfrutar de un fin de semana excelente en Howff de Pleuchie. El servicio amable y desayunos masivo aseguró ambos días de nuestra estancia nos dieron un buen comienzo. Había 14 en nuestro grupo y para la cena de noche, el menú ofrece una amplia variedad de comidas para todos los gustos. El servicio era bueno y la comida, todo acuerdo - era excelente. En particular, puedo recomendar el lomo saltado - un estilo peruano Stir-Fry, muy bien condimentadas con ligeramente tiras de carne de licitación. Dos cervezas estaban disponibles, ambos muy apetecible.

Bright and modern decor and immediately made to feel welcome gave me confidence. I asked if the fish stew was 'on' and was pleased to hear it was. Menu stated that all dishes are cooked from scratch with fresh produce and there's quite a big menu at very reasonable prices, so I was a little skeptical. I've eaten bouillabaisse many times in France and enjoyed fish stews throughout Europe, and I can state without hesitation that this was the tastiest (spicy with white wine and tomatoes) I've ever had. I'll certainly be back next time for the Shetland mussels.

We stayed here for the night and received a lovely welcome. Breakfast was delicious, and Heather was a star. Staffing problems meant she was left on her own which could have been chaos but by keeping us informed and her friendly efficient service made all the difference. Would perhaps not have given such a good rating had all the stops not been put out in which was obviously a difficult situation.

Visited here last night for a meal with some family. The decor was lovely and relaxing and the staff were very attentive and friendly. A box of toys kept our 4 year old daughter entertained too!! Well what can we say about the food????? A-maz-ing!! Our starters ranged from garlic mushrooms, mozzarella kickers, cajun skewers and spicy chicken wings. Everyone was impressed by both the taste and portion size. Really gorgeous tasting food. On to the main courses........ a definate recomendation for the 'Louisiana lunchbox' what a portion!! It was massive! Everyone elses meals ranged from kids scampi & chips, macaroni cheese, fish and chips, surf and turf and a gorgeous burger with bbq pork on top. These were all very tasty meals and the portion sizes were great. You definatley do not leave here hungry!! A tiny bit of space was left for the tasty puddings.....scrummy sticky toffee pudding here too. Just a nice portion, not too much.....just enough to fill your sweet tooth craving!! Will definatley be back and would recommend to anyone to give this 'wee gem' a try!!

The food was delicious, the service was incredibly friendly and the decor and ambiance was relaxing. Would definitely recommend!

We stopped here for some food whilst on our way into town. The food was amazing! The restaurant area was very nicely decorated and the staff were very friendly.

We decided to try the Pleuchie Howff for an evening meal when looking for somewhere to eat when out all day at the local gala. Long day and couldn't be bothered to cook kinda thing. The decor inside is very nice and the staff extremely pleasant. There is a very good choice on the menu and it did take a little time for us to decide what to go for. I opted for the spare ribs to start, my wife ordered the garlic mushrooms in a crispy batter and my daughters ordered the Nachos between them. The size of my starter was equivalent to what I would expect for a main course. It was huge and my wife's and daughters portions were also very large. The service was quick, although it wasn't terrifically busy, but we were eating quite early. The main courses again were a decent size and loved the home cooked beef chips. Very chunky but so soft inside. My steak was cooked perfectly (medium rare) but it did have a little too much fat, but it didn't spoil my meal and it was tasty. My wife and youngest daughter had fish and chips and it was a good size fish. Eldest daughter had chicken stuffed with haggis and again was a really good portion. We couldn't finish the main course. The prices are reasonable and all in all very good value for money. I would not hesitate to return or recommend to anyone.

Liked the outside beer garden as the weather was great but didn't like the fact that empty glasses were left lying about for ages but the staff were friendly enough

The food in this restaurant is all freshly made, I had the meatballs which were good and not too spicy as requested. The young guy who was serving was friendly and chatty but unfortunately he couldn't get place heated up so it was quite cold on a wet evening.

My first visit to The Pleuchie's Howff and won't be the last. Food was excellent. Not just the same old processed food sometimes churned out by other pubs/restaurants. Nothing was too much trouble for the friendly staff. Relaxed atmosphere. Reasonably priced.

First meal at Pleuchie's Howff and hopefully won't be the last. Food was excellent and not just the same old stuff churned out by other pubs/restaurants. Nothing was too much trouble for the staff and the atmosphere was friendly and relaxed. All in all a first class night thanks to the superb food and efforts made by the staff to make our night such a success.

I eat out each week with a friend, and this is the second meal we have had at pleuchies howff. Each meal has been excellent, and there is a good choice, generous helpings, and syrup sponge that was home made and was so light it could almost float on air.

I stayed here for quite a few months while working in the area and they couldn't be any more helpful,excellent value for money,great portions of food especially after a hard days work and great friendly place to enjoy a pint,cheers Guyzer

Great food in a great atmosphere. Some excellent bands playing to less than huge crowds. Well worth checking out.

Excellent meal served by very friendly staff. The rooms are very comfortable and spacious too and would be good value at much more than the price The Pleuchie's Howff are asking.

We enjoyed a nice dinner here recently, the garlic mushrooms to start with were yummy. The fish stew should have been renamed seafood stew as it was chockablock block with prawns, mussels and squid but little fish, so if you like your seafood you will enjoy this. Really friendly service too, will come back again.

This is quite a nice place to drop in and have a pint and watch a local live band. The staff are friendly and courteous, and it's a nice wee place. Unfortunately, it's let down by its food.Very expensive and overpriced. You expect a bit better for pub grub, but it's very expensive for tiny portions straight from a microwave. The soup was tinned cream of chicken, but advertised as 'home made' and was served tepid. The main meals of traditional fish and chips was half cold, a tiny fillet of frozen, breaded hake straight from the microwave and served with a half dozen cold peas. Not good value for £44 along with two cokes.Go to the bar, it's great especially on a live music night, but hold on the dining experience. It's ultimately an expensive letdown, which is such a shame.

We had a wonderful meal and would recommend, the service was good and the owners nice people they explained they had a clan get together the night before and explained the family tree they had printed up on the wall just made it interesting

Nice bar for a drink, with some nice locals. Really can't fault the bar whatsoever. However the food is just not up to standard. The portions were pretty large, but very overpriced for what is essentially frozen food, cooked and heated up. My starter of 'home made' soup, was unfortunately straight from a can, and was frozen, when I received it. Not lukewarm, not a bit warm, but actually freezing cold. Total bill for 4 starters & 4 main courses, no puddings was £120. Not what I expected at all. Go somewhere else in town, as the Pleuchie's Howff is just not worth it unfortunately. A shame as it has a nice clientele and the staff are friendly enough.

Great atmosphere, excellent food with a wide choice, great staff they cannot do enough for you.... and great live entertainment

Agreed the portions are large, however I’m a firm believer in quality not quantity. Sadly the quality here is just an average.

I have had very enjoyable dining experiences at the pleuchie's on many occasions both in the dining area and the bar on numerous occasions and can honestly say I cannot pick a single fault. The staff are fantastic, very helpful and attentive. The menu has such a wide range there is something for everyone (and I am a very fussy eater), the accommodated my young child very well, they even provided her with toys to play with whilst my partner and I enjoyed our meal! The food is so fresh and flavoursome. The coleslaw is homemade and it is THE best coleslaw I have ever ever had! I would highly recommend a meal at the pleuchie's, day or night.

We called on Thursday to reserve a table for Friday, and unfortunately the dining room was reserved for a private function. We were told, however that we could come and sit in the bar. We had looked at the menu online and were interested in their selection, so we said we would come in. When we arrived, we were surprised that they had reserved a small table in the back of the bar for the two of us. When we ordered the waitress told us that there would be a short wait for the food because it was all prepared fresh. (No problem there!) When the food came out it was beautifully prepared, flavorful, and satisfying. The service was perfect; the staff were attentive until we had our main courses, and then they left us in peace to enjoy our meal. Dessert was lovely, and they were very helpful in accommodating my partner's gluten allergy.Prices were very reasonable. We paid about £40 for a shared starter, two main courses, two desserts, and four drinks. Highly recommended!Plus I whupped my partner at billiards.

My wife and I visited the Pleuchie's Howff with a couple of friends. The restaurant was very quiet which was a shame because the food was excellent. We didn't have starters but the mains, two rounds of drinks, coffees and 2 cheeseboards came to £65. At less than £17 a head and considering the quality of the food, which is all prepared from scratch, it represents excellent value for money.

Really enjoyed my visit, comfortable surroundings with a varied menu, I had the sticky ribs for my starter and a beautiful lamb shank with tomato marmalade for main. The service was good though we were eating early.Definitely well worth a visit!

Well We have been here 3 or 4 times now this year and it has always been good. Have visited some of the top restaurants in London and well, no, it is not as good. But considering the competition in Dumfries I am surprised it is not busier. The menu is simple but the chef usually has a wee twist in the preperation of the food and so far every time it has impressed. Service could do with a wee bit of attention. But I reckon most people don't go as they are put off by the name or it's look from outside. DON'T BE!! The restaurant is very pleasant, every time we have been the staff have been very accomodating and helpful to our kids and for the price it is well worth the money.

I keep trying this place as the food is good. Problem for me is service is erratic and not great, there is usually items on the menu that aren't available and the waiting staff don't know the menu or much about it. Three visits and left each time disappointed as this place could be great.

Been to this restaurant a couple of times now and never been dissapointed. There is a good selection of food and it is high quality product. Atmosphere is relaxed whilst being very nice. Ideal for both dinner for two or a larger group. Would highly recommend trying this place if u haven't already! Spike

Eat their a couple of times, in the main restaurant and at the bar, both times food was great, portions brilliant, good prices, good menu! Good selection of drinks as well! The main restaurant looks awesome in its modern design

Half the stuff on menu was unavailable!! asked for archers, LIME and lemonade, received archers and lemonade no LIME which bar staff did not tell me they didnt have!! Ordered steak pie and it was vile!! Worst steak pie I have ever had! when I said was told that there was ale in it and thats probably what I was tasting!! Having worked in hotels and resaurants I know what steak and ale pie should taste like this was not it. I think they put pipe cleaner in instead of ALE. Would not go back if you paid me!!!

Went with family to celebrate a big birthday. Menu was very good especially with plenty of vegetarian options. Service was pleasant but a bit slow. The food itself was delicious.

Dirty rooms, poor service, is this a work bothy. For the money requested I'd expect a clean room and a standard of service.

Not good, saturday evening we were the only people in for a meal. Food not great and overpriced.Having to walk through he public bar to use the loo was daunting and not a good experience.Service really really slow.Twice during our meal someone walked though one door in the restaurant and out the other walking a dog!?? strange experince ( it wasnt the alcohol honest!)Plenty of better places to go in Dumfries for a meal.

Was pleasantly surprised by the atmosphere and quality of cooking here. Much better value than the old fashioned Italian across the street. Will definitely return.

We ate at The Pleuchie's Howff because the Italian place across the street was booked up. We were pleasantly surprised. The food was very good and the staff was attentive and made our children feel welcome. Because of a mix up with our order it took a little while for the food to come out. Our waitress was very apologetic and even comped our second round of drinks. A very professional way to handle the situation. If I return to Dumfries, I will eat there again.

We went to the restaurant for lunch on Mother's Day and had a most relaxing time which can often be difficult with two children under 4. The food was lovely and the staff were very friendly and most patient! The reason I say this is that a member of our party is allergic to egg and we had to make sure that he didn't order something which had been cooked with egg in it. In some restuarants we have experienced staff who can be quite impatient with such a request but here they were so helpful. The waitress was also very helpful with regard to the limited types of draught beer available. Food such as burgers, relish and coleslaw are homemade.They have food theme nights as well.We will certainly return and definitely recommend a visit.

Cullen Skink was excellent, piri piri chicken on pepperonata lovely, tasty and spicy and the hot chocolate spring rolls worth waiting for. On the other plate - squid was really good and not rubbery, husband had steak as usual and banoffee pie. Small wine list but good choice. Didn't feel rushed and didn't have someone asking if everything was okay every couple of minutes of so. Will be back