Dobbies Garden World Restaurant

Decent sized garden centre just outside monifieth. Plenty of selection and a huge outdoor area with garden furnishings/plants etc. It’s also dog friendly. I stopped in at the cafe which is decent sized and decided to go for sausages and mash (with mash swapped for chips). The food was nice enough and presented well, but I can’t help think it was expensive for what it was given it’s not cooked to order (c. £12).

We like this cafe. The tables are kept clear and clean. Great cup of coffee and the staff are friendly and obliging. Been 3 times in the last week. Unfortunately it’s the owners of badly behaved dogs who spoiled a peaceful chat on each occasion. Too many dogs barking and whining sadly now making it less attractive for us. Not a suitable space for dogs who don’t seem to be happy about being there.

Very friendly and helpful staff. My daughter and I went up to Dobbies for the morning as we didn’t have any plans and we ended up having a lovely morning! At the aquarium the young lad let my daughter and I feed the fish. In the restaurant, I didn’t feel my daughter needed the full kids menu so I asked the kitchen staff if they could just make a cheese sandwich. They were very happy to do so, even though it was before 11:30am when the lunch menu starts (which I hadn’t realised!) In the Garden Centre, I was looking for some plastic sheeting for raised bed planters we had made at home but couldn’t find what I was looking for. I asked a staff member (I think his name was Kevin) who double checked the rolls for me. There wasn’t any but he kindly let me take the end of a previous roll for free that had been discontinued. He wiped it down for me and gave me some advice on what to fill the planters with. Thanks for a lovely morning.

Went in today for a wander around the shop and came out with an affordable mini greenhouse as an entry into growing veg. The shop had a lot to look at, some lovely plants/flowers outside and a Waitrose section. I feel like they maybe could have a bit more variety in their water features as there wasn't much choice, and some things do get a bit pricey but certainly worth a look.

Lovely shop, they were setting up for Christmas so a bit chaotic but really plesant staff. I accidentally wandered into the food hall with the dog and was politely reminded that dogs weren't allowed in that area. We were really pleased that Dobbies is doggy friendly as we were still able to pop in while on holiday and get our fix of garden centre goodies. It really is a bonus to have a doggy friendly area in the cafe (our local one in Inverness doesn't!) so much so that we returned later in the week for more delicious coffee and a scone.