The Restaurant

Casual dining in Dumfries

The Back Street are extremely passionate about food and serve up modern British cuisine in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. We are right in the centre of Dumfries and the perfect starting point for a great night out. 

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Steak Night

Wednesdays Only

£60

Serves 2

The Bar

No dining experience would be complete without the perfect drink, and at The Back Street we’ve got you covered. Whether it be wine, local ale, one of our many gins or a cocktail and coffee after dinner, you’re sure to not be disappointed. 

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Opening Times

  • Monday Closed
  • Tuesday Closed
  • Wednesday 5pm - 10:30pm
  • Thursday 5pm - 10:30pm
  • Friday 5pm - 10:30pm
  • Saturday 5pm - 10:30pm
  • Sunday Closed

Opening Times

  • Monday Closed
  • Tuesday Closed
  • Wednesday 5pm - 10:30pm
  • Thursday 5pm - 10:30pm
  • Friday 5pm - 10:30pm
  • Saturday 5pm - 10:30pm
  • Sunday Closed

Reviews

  • star rating  My partner and I came here for a date night and were delighted with the food and experience. My boyfriend had the haggis scotch egg for starter which was amazing,... read more

    avatar thumb jadiew2023
    17/02/2023

    star rating  It’s a good, honest restaurant.

    No frills, friendly staff and well-cooked food offering great value for money.
    Huge, meaty, expertly cooked sea bass for £16. A very generous seafood... read more

    avatar thumb AJFfinch
    27/09/2021

    star rating  First time visiting this place. Was seen to quite quickly from staff. Food was great and service was good. Nice atmosphere. Would visit again. Many thanks

    avatar thumb MartinB2B
    08/04/2022
  • star rating  Delicious meal in The Back Street as always. The service is always fantastic and the food is beautiful-the Guinea Fowl Balmoral with bombay potatoes was a spectacular combination of flavours.... read more

    avatar thumb fi1890
    10/02/2024

    star rating  Decided yo try this restaurant when my daughter started a new job here.. was absolutely amazing! Staff were lovely and friendly.. great relaxed atmosphere and the food was delicious.. Haggis... read more

    avatar thumb MarkF445
    08/10/2021

    star rating  Decent, welcoming and friendly, great staff and good food. Definitely worth a visit if you’re in the area or reside there.

    I’d definitely head back and I’d recommend... read more

    avatar thumb OutandAbout3587
    21/04/2024
  • star rating  My partner and I visited for the umpteenth time last weekend and had another great visit.

    Started with the best cocktails in Dumfries (highly recommend trying ‘A History... read more

    avatar thumb Y13WYrebeccac
    20/06/2021

    star rating  Go eat here.. Just go.. stop reading pretentious reviews and go eat. Not much else I can say to drive the praise home.

    avatar thumb daniellL6702LD
    23/09/2022

    star rating  We were passing through Dumfries. A quick look through trip advisor saw this had 100% positive reviews, so we booked a table for 8pm on a Saturday night, in January.... read more

    avatar thumb johnmQ4065AJ
    22/01/2022
  • star rating  We went tonight , had an amazing starter, the haggis scotch egg,
    unfortunately they then had a power cut and had to close , the staff were lovely and... read more

    avatar thumb W6633AJcarolk
    09/04/2022

    star rating  So nice to have somewhere like this in Dumfries now! Had a wonderful evening here. Modern yet cosy decor, friendly staff, modern Scottish menu, and delicious food! Had the seafood... read more

    avatar thumb klrg23
    06/03/2022

    star rating  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

    avatar thumb Carlo293
    05/09/2020
  • star rating  This was our second visit, we had a lovely relaxed evening with great company , great service from the lovely staff & the food was amazing. We will definitely be back

    avatar thumb 384nicolaj
    01/04/2023

    star rating  The good is very good but the restaurant is very noisy or at least has been both times we've been there due to very large parties in the middle of... read more

    avatar thumb NMCOLO
    19/01/2024

    star rating  What a lovely experience. Had heard a lot of good things about The Back Street, and I’m pleased to say they’re true. Amazing food, interesting flavours and beautiful presentation. Truly... read more

    avatar thumb Daydream60394603330
    22/02/2022

The Back Street
103 Queensberry Street
Dumfries 
DG1 1BH