Came here on a recommendation of a family member we were visiting in Dumfries. It certainly didn't disappoint.
2meter spacing between all tables a great change from the restaurants trying... read more to cram as many in. Service was attentive by a young girl. An older lady behind the bar making some fabulous cocktails also took time to chat and have a laugh with us. Great friendly vibe.

Previously mentioned cocktails out of this world.

Starters took around 10 minutes to arrive from ordering. Very good for a busy Saturday night. All obviously homemade. Scotch eggx3 and carpaccio at the table to start. Venisonx2 chicken and steak for main.

Absolutely phenomenonal. Presentation, flavour, you'd struggle to find a meal this good in Glasgow.

One cheeseboard to share and a brownie for dessert scoffed down before a cocktail before leaving.

Amazing staff, amazining food and a great space upstairs, even if we did get lost trying to find it!

10/10

  The haggis scotch egg starter followed by chicken kiev. For sweet I had an espresso martini. Everything was of the highest quality. Presentation and taste first class. Modern cuisine in... read more a lovely atmosphere.

  Another tasty and well portioned meal at the Back Street. Thank you for the lovely birthday surprise, was very much appreciated.
We were so pleased with the Covid measures... read more put in place too. There was hand gel upon arrival, when seating and by the toilets. The waitress also washed her hands before and after taking orders, making drinks and delivering food. Some tables are ‘closed’ which easily leaves a 2m radius amongst seated tables.

  Have been twice now with my partner and will definitely be back another time. First visit was for dinner and we both enjoyed it, while we recently went for Sunday... read more lunch. My portion of mussels and clams was fantastic and my partner enjoyed her Sunday roast - even if I did steal her cauliflower cheese.

  As usual an excellent meal.
Quality and presentation outstanding. The steak evening is fantastic value.
The cocktails are delicious

  Was there last night, which is just the most recent of several visits. The atmosphere is a good balance of relaxed, but still feeling like a ‘treat’ meal. As others... read more have said, cocktails are one star of the show here. A nice mix of traditional and more adventurous! The food is great. I always have the mussels, they are the BEST. Because of the time of year, I had the turkey dinner. Yum. Friendly and efficient staff. Careful Covid arrangements. I’m just looking forward to the time that there can be full opening hours so that I can get my full 3 courses and coffee, as the sticky toffee pudding is second to none!

  I have been to the Backstreet several times at night and have enjoyed a good cross section of the menu so I decided to try Sunday lunch - of course... read more I went for the roast beef! I missed the starter and thought main and sweet and I was not disappointed - beef can be hit or miss but this was superb very tender and full of flavour (aparently slow cooked overnight!) and the cauliflower cheese side was ridiculous...I'm not too keen on cauliflower but this was delicious...oh and first class roast potatoes. Definately a Sunday option again...maybe next week!

  Best meal out in a long long time! 4 of us Hogmany Cant fault anything. Cant wait to try Sunday Lunch 10/10

  I was trying to find adequate wording that would express how much I enjoyed my burger. I realised that being a big fan of Gordon Ramsay and a follower of... read more all his YouTube cooking videos the best way I could sum up my experience would be this:
Ramsay would be proud.
Requested the burger a very specific way & it was delivered to me matching my description to the very tomato.
Can’t speak highly enough of the overall experience, must be tough operating a restaurant during covid but the place was spotless, all of the servers wearing PPE & following all guidelines.
If you are from Dumfries, holidaying there or just passing through - as I was - I 100% recommend dining here.

  Had a fantastic meal, great menu with something for everyone. Would highly recommend. We will most definitely be back. Easily the best place we have are out in town.

  All appropriate COVID measures were in place . The food was absolutely superb . The four of us all had something different and we could not find fault with anything... read more . The service was friendly and helpful . We will certainly be returning

  I came here with my family around 2 weeks ago and have only gotten around to writing a review now. I have nothing but praise for this place, the staff... read more were very friendly and attentive.

I had the cod and by far it’s the best cod I’ve ever had the cocktails there are definitely the best ones in Dumfries.

Would 10/10 recommend anyone who’s thinking of going, will defiantly be returning.

  went out with the family four our Christmas dinner. Had the pork croquette followed by the venison which was melt in your mouth tender. Another delicious meal! Will be returning... read more ASAP

  This place is amazing! Visited with a friend tonight and had the spring rolls, mac 'n' cheese and the chocolate brownie...can't fault a single thing, was amazing! Tastiest meal I've... read more had in a looong time. As for the cocktails...Best I've ever had. Staff are friendly, atmosphere is lovely. If you haven't visited this place, you need to!

  The food here is truly amazing and well presented portions. Wide creative menu with tasty options for vegetarians too. Visited twice and on both occasions I could not fault the... read more food. The desserts are sensational and do not disappoint; especially the cheesecake. Staff are genuinely friendly. Lots of gin options too!