The best restaurants in Lowlands

Aye, could do with some money spending on it, really sad little place, such a shame as it has decent punters who would readily drink the place dry. There have been some attempts at upgrading but there is a long way to go!!

We came on a Sunday night about a month ago, I had heard good reviews about the place, but I have to say our meal was terrible. The Balmoral chicken was a plate with some mashed potato a thin layer of haggis and the driest piece of chicken I've ever saw and a few minutes later the sauce came. The curry was tasteless the sweet and sour sauce was like a chutney than a sauce all in all it felt like we got the left overs would not rush back

Absolutely gutted to find this place had ceased trading, since our last visit in August 22. This hidden gem was part of our journey down south for the past 7 years, after stumbling on it by accident. It offered a hearty meal for a fraction of the price they charge, at a service station

Came out here with family members to enjoy a walk round the gardens and finished up with a bite to eat in the cafe. Menu, even though limited at this time, has something for everybody. Toasties, baked potatoes, bagels ~ all of which come with plenty of filling, waffles, pancakes and plenty more sweet treats. What's not to love. Don't let previous reviews mislead you.

Absolutely great night food fantastic service brilliant. Not rushed can take your time after your meal don't rush you move off table First class

This cafe served the worst scone I have ever had / didn't have. (and that's saying something as I'm in my 70s and have had a few in my time. You could build a house with a few of them. Inedible expensive rubbish. It came in a paper bag, no plate and a wooden disposable knife which struggled to cut it. The coffee was served in a paper cup. But was drinkable. Cost over £13 for two coffees and two inedible scones. I am disgusted and will definitely won't be back

Well after almost 12 months of planning the Veteran Vespa Club late summer rally was upon us. We had booked the whole place and had 39 members attending from all over the UK and Ireland. We were given a warm welcome by Alistair and Tatiana and very well looked after for the entire visit. Everything was perfect, including the weather which was warm and sunny for the full rally. A great place to hold such an event. We can't wait to return. Thanks.

We popped in here as we had read great reviews, they had a wide range to products, some definitely a little overpriced. As it was early afternoon, there wasn't much left on the bakery counter but we did get a few treats, which were delicious. As others have said, the man behind the counter wasn't very talkative, not even a smile. Worth giving it ago for something a little different!

Well stocked private bakery. Parking is curb side so could be problematic. Lovely choice of pastries and currently plenty of festive options

My husband and I stopped by here for lunch. The train ticket we had purchased had taken us to Tweedbank, but we quickly reboarded after realizing there were many more options to be had in Galashiels. Dave's was one of the places that popped up after a Google query. Despite having just made it past the lunch rush, the person at the counter was very cordial. We told he that we were celebrating our first anniversary/latermoon and gave us a baked treat and a recommendation for a nearby park whereby to enjoy it. I'd highly recommend Dave's if you are looking for a tasty yet affordable lunch spot.

Loved this experience. The food was really great and we really appreciated the staff and the conversations we had with them. 10/10 would recommend.

NOT A FOOD REVIEW. We dropped into Feast as it is a dog friendly cafe and we had our Labrador with us. First impressions were not great, scruffy well worn ‘menus’ on the table and when my wife went to sit on the sofa it was covered in dog hair. Now, I know it’s dog friendly but that doesn’t mean that dogs should be allowed onto the furnishings. My wife then went up to the counter to check on the cakes on offer and decided that she didn’t much like the look of them and so we left. Dog friendly is fine but as a dog lover and owner please not of the furniture.

Stopped on our way to Edinburgh and what a great find. Just a few tables and lovely home cooked Sunday lunch. It was lamb with roast potatoes and nicely cooked veg. We had rhubarb crumble and custard to follow which was also top notch. Service was spot on and extremely friendly and I think it was his wife in the kitchen. This sort of place is dying out and it's such a shame - good honest home-cooked food at a reasonable price. Give Hawick a miss (not difficult) and give this place a try.

Well I guess I went in there to get a coffee and a sandwich and then went back for lunch it was average I was in the cafe 1st time on my own and then I went with a friend

On a rainy day in Peebles this was the first café we came too.So pleased we did.We both had a toasted sandwich, lots of filling.Also had a piece of coffee & walnut cake,an Ecclefechan, 1 latte,1 pot of tea.Total cost £17,very good value for money.