Cavens Arms

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  Tracey Fletcher

  ·2 months ago

  “You need to be hungry if ordering food as the portions are big! Our group of 8 had various meals off the menu and all thoroughly enjoyed them, including the dog who got a sausage treat .The staff are friendly and helpful .The Caven Arms definitely worth a visit.”

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  Katia Massey

  ·2 months ago

  “We visited for lunch, its been a while since we were last here. Friendly waitresses and nice atmosphere. I was so disappointed to find only one plant based option, this pub used to have various options and I feel that this is a backward step. However we ordered the plant based option and it was delicious. Thank you Caverns and your chips are always THE BEST!”

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  Claire Jones

  ·4 months ago

  “The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming — every member of the team we interacted with was lovely. We visited for Sunday lunch and the food was fantastic, with very generous portions. They were also very accommodating with our dogs, even coming over twice with treats, which was a lovely touch and very much appreciated! If you’re planning to bring dogs, I’d recommend booking in advance as they only have a limited number of dog-friendly tables. Overall, I’d definitely recommend this place for delicious home-cooked food and a great selection of drinks to enjoy alongside it.”

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  Norbi Kiss

  ·4 months ago

  “Excellent staff,top quality food,nice beers on cask and obviously great whisky!”

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  Steve Teoh

  ·5 months ago

  “Food good well prepared. Tasty. Good sized portions. Reasonably priced in centre of town.”

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  Jacqueline Tumer

  ·6 months ago

  “I had a pint of locally brewed drink, and haggis with leek and cheese. The cheese bit was so thick and greasy I had to leave some of it on the plate. But haggis bit was so good 🤤... Friendly staff. Clean toilets. Warm atmosphere.”

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  Jess Harris

  ·6 months ago

  “Cold & overpriced!!! We were disappointed when visiting here. Firstly, it was absolutely freezing. Then waited a fair while for two Pepsi max. We ordered the burger and steak pie. Steak pie was lovely, the burger, for the price was poor quality ( could have gone to weatherapoons for the same quality) we waited 38 mins for our food, on a non busy day. The staff were inattentive, not very welcoming. We won't be coming back at all. I never write negative reviews like this so it really was disappointing.”

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  Frederick Gunning

  ·9 months ago

  “Cavens Arms, boy oh boy, one of the classics. Welcomed with open arms into one of the cosiest pubs I've been in. The staff are so friendly and welcoming, having a yarn and a chat while providing local recommendations of things to do and also the best things on the menu. The food was insanely delicious, I wouldn't steer away from their recommendations, these guys know what they are talking about. You can see why they've won numerous 'Pub of the Year' awards! I would highly recommend!”

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  Alan Brookbanks

  ·1 year ago

  “Lovely pub inside, great looking, well stocked bar. Visited with 2 dogs and were made very welcome. Other dogs were already in and caused no issues. Supplied dogs with water bowls too. The food was nice, and chip shop style chips were especially tasty. Staff were very attentive, helpful, and pleasant. Well done, team. Overall, it was a good experience and would recommend for a spot of food in a lovely environment in Dumfries.”

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  Oli D

  ·5 years ago

  “Yet another amazing meal. Every single surface in this place is spotlessly clean. Food was outstanding, portions are massive. Best place to eat out in Dumfries. And they don't allow anyone under 14 which makes the whole experience even better - no screaming kids!”