This place was full of karaoke-singing 30- and 40-somethings on a Tuesday night. I'm not sure if…read morethat's usual, but it was a welcome alternative to the frosty old-timers at the Globe. I never did find out where the young people hang out in Dumfries, because after the Hole i' the Wa' I called it a night.

Used to drink here years ago. Back when... It was the best place in town for karaoke. Oh how times…read morechange. This place was full of the same middle aged randoms, falling over each other. The lady who hosts the karaoke has been singing the same songs for almost 10 years im sure. The atmosphere was flat and clear this is not the place to be.

What a find! Wonderful food, drinks and service. As a vegan I don't expect a lot from any menu but…read moreI have found repeatedly, especially in Scotland, that there are always great choices. I had a lovely sausage in garlic, cranberry and tarragon gravy and fresh vegetables. My husband had the fish special and raved. If you are in the area, I highly recommend this lovely little pub.

To this day their Steak & Ale Pie is the best I've ever had, wish it wasn't across an ocean or I'd…read morebe a regular for that alone! Delicious and tender beef, savory gravy and a light and flaky top all made this a meal I still dream about, definitely try it if you have the chance!

This was Robert Burns' "howff," or, his favorite local pub. In fact, he allegedly scratched verses…read morein the windows with a diamond and had an illegitimate child with the barmaid. Thus, for historical value, I had to check it out, but I only stayed for one drink because I did not find it particularly friendly. I have found that dichotomy across Britain (but not Ireland): pubs in large cities welcome everyone, perhaps because of the cosmopolitan nature of a city; in the small towns, where there are probably fewer tourists and more local regulars, I often get a very icy vibe from both patrons and staff. Too bad. I paid 2 for a Tennett's Velvet, a great price for a quality beer.

Sorry to hear about David R.'s experience at the Globe, I found the staff to be very friendly…read more However, my grandmother and aunts and uncles live in Dumfries so I did come in with locals (I'm American, so I stuck out!). My family and I came to the Globe Inn for some after supper drinks. I had never seen the Robbie Burns' paraphenalia in the other parts of the Inn and my uncle asked the bartender if she would show us around. The lady was more than happy to open it up for us and show us the other rooms. I got to take some cool pictures with my family in the backrooms of the Inn. After the unplanned tour we had about 3 more rounds and then headed to another pub. I'm not sure when the other parts of the Inn are open regularly with the Robbie Burns memorabilia, but it was pretty interesting if you're fan of his. Definitely made this place above average.

A fab down to earth pub. Serves drinks, good atmosphere. Live music on occasion too.read more

Really nice branch of the Wetherspoon chain (in a former Methodist Church and church hall) with the…read moreusual varied menu we've come to expect and some great real ales including guest beers. The staff are friendly and helpful and there's free wi-fi which is the icing on the cake! It was ideal, when we were away recently to nip into a Wetherpoon (or two) for lunch and to check the email situation! The exterior of the building looks tatty at the moment but that's because it has been stripped of paint to allow the sandstone walls to dry out after being in a derelict and completely saturated state before Wetherpoon took over. Apparently this could take a few years but then it will be spruced up and given some fresh coats of paint.

Was in a little while back with the other half and the InLaws…read more As pub grub goes it was pretty good The staff are friendly and chatted away although they had a little difficulty trying to understand I wanted extra guacamole on my nachos instead of a topping, but we got there in the end lol Everyone enjoyed what they ordered and the service was pretty fast. Always a good shout for something to eat if you don't wanna wait about in a restaurant Will always be back, curry nights and beer and a burger are always a winner

Great pub very friendly i like this pub i would recommend this pub if your wanting a good night out…read morestaff are lovely they make you feel welcome

not really my cup of tea. used to be a decent pub, and a good place to stop off for a beer on the…read moreway into town. in recent years its went a bit downhill. bit of a shame really, as its in a good position. hopefully it can get back to the way it once was.

Proper old mans pub. and i say that affectionately. Great pub with a great atmosphere. Very…read morefriendly staff. A good meeting place before catching the train on a night out. They hold a dominoes comp every sunday to win a steak pie. i rest my case!

classic old mans pub in pretty rural surroundngs, in the evening its crammed with locals, and…read moreduring the day, many passers by stop off for a bar lunchwhich are really good by the way! its in the village of new abbey, which is lovely, a real blast from the past kind of placethe land that time forgot in some ways!! well worth stopping off here

good local handy for the historical abbey nearbyread more

Great place for food, they have a good tapas bar which is very reasonably priced…read more I had the fillet steak for my main and it was cooked to perfection:) The tables are a little close together but food was soo good it didn't really bother us. Best to go in through the resaturant door tho to the side, rather than have to go through the bar. Be advised to book ahead as very popular.