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Arrived on a busy Friday night on Burns'Week. The place was full and we hadn't made a reservation. The staff was unflappable! We were told it would be 30 minutes for a table to dine at, but in just a couple of minutes were escorted kindly to a small table at the bar area to enjoy drinks and given menus to place our food order while we waited for a dining table to open. The drinks menu was exceptionally good! Although, I have to admit, I would have liked to see some Scotch Ales/Wee Heavy beers at a bar in Scotland! Our table was ready before expected, and the food arrived within a few minutes. We had the haggis, neeps and tatties, a steak and ale pie, and a lasagna. All were superbly done! The haggis came with a side of whiskey and cream sauce which enhanced the flavor greatly - especially the neeps! I cannot stress enough how friendly and helpful each member of the staff here was! From the bar, to the servers, to the maitre d, to the hostess and even the young lady acting as a bus person obviously in her first job. This place was packed and they all handled it with grace and kindness. Absolutely stellar!
William BruceWilliam Bruce
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Excellent find for a pub meal in Dumfries. Really friendly and chatty staff who couldn't do enough for you. Walked in with no booking on a Sunday and they happily accommodated us. Sat in a lovely, heated extension with TVs in at the back of the building. Would choose to sit out there again. Food was very reasonably priced, and came in huge, high quality portions. Would definitely recommend anything on the menu with their haggis or any of the burgers. Best thing was they did chippy chips! Will definitely be back.
Samuel McCreadieSamuel McCreadie
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I would say booking is a must. We had a party of 9. If we did not book, we would not have got in. Great atmosphere in here for a Sunday tea time. The tables were full. The food was very good, and gluten-free options were available. I had the fillet of pork and creamy whiskey sauce with chunky chips and veg off the Christmas menu. Very delicious. And to top it off gluten-free Christmas pudding with ice cream. Service was good and staff were very friendly and helpful. Good place to go for food.
Fast N Mucky PhotographyFast N Mucky Photography
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This outstanding pub is the local CAMRA pub of the year. There are around half a dozen beers to try. If you want, they will serve you with three third pint glasses so you can taste and remain upright. No review of the Craven Arms is possible without mentioning the food. It is quite excellent. I had the home made steak pie. Lovely, light puff pastry and filled with tender meat and rich gravy. Highly recommended if you're in Dumfries and hungry, thirsty or both
John WilsonJohn Wilson
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Nearby Attractions Of Cavens Arms
Dock Park
Dumfries Ice Bowl
Dumfries Museum
Robert Burns House
Theatre Royal
Gracefield Arts Centre
Burns Mausoleum
Catherine Street Inclusive Park
Robert Burns Statue
Domino Entertainments

Dock Park
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Dumfries Ice Bowl
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Dumfries Museum
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Robert Burns House
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Nearby Restaurants Of Cavens Arms
The Robert the Bruce - JD Wetherspoon
Granary
The Station Cafe Dumfries
Hole I' The Wa' Inn
Bob & Berts Dumfries
Kings Coffee & Books
The Globe Inn Dumfries
Mrs Greens Tea Lounge
Palmerston Cafe
The India Palm

The Robert the Bruce - JD Wetherspoon
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Granary
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The Station Cafe Dumfries
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Hole I' The Wa' Inn
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20 Buccleuch St, Dumfries DG1 2AH, United Kingdom
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+44 1387 252896
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cavensarms.com
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4.6
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Warm, traditional pub for classic comfort staples alongside a full bar with real ales and cocktails.
attractions: Dock Park, Dumfries Ice Bowl, Dumfries Museum, Robert Burns House, Theatre Royal, Gracefield Arts Centre, Burns Mausoleum, Catherine Street Inclusive Park, Robert Burns Statue, Domino Entertainments, restaurants: The Robert the Bruce - JD Wetherspoon, Granary, The Station Cafe Dumfries, Hole I' The Wa' Inn, Bob & Berts Dumfries, Kings Coffee & Books, The Globe Inn Dumfries, Mrs Greens Tea Lounge, Palmerston Cafe, The India Palm
