Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.5 out of 5
Outstanding | 343 reviews

What davidandshona likes about The Ark:
Out for a walk in Kippford on a chilly Christmas Eve afternoon we were delighted to discover that the café was open. The staff apologised for the fact that there was no hot food available, which made our choices easier; tea/coffee and traybakes. View all feedback. What Scottish Hidden Gems doesn't like about The Ark:
We have always wanted to try this little cafe, there is not much choice of eating places in the winter season so it was really our only option. The toasties and paninis are £7.95/£8.95 and are meant to come with crisps and salad but this was missing from our order so two slice of bread and melted cheese for £8? Totally ludicrous! The food was lovely but definitely not worth the prices being charged, don't think we wo... View all feedback.

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Tripadvisor
4.5 ★ from 180 reviews
Rod
01.02.2024 - 12:36

Was very busy and understaffed, but unforgiveable was advertising cappuccino and latte, and charging a premium when they don't have a machine. They just have a...

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Percy
01.02.2024 - 12:36

A little gem. Bargain cheap and tasty eats. Dropped in by chance because neighbouring pub looked forlorn and drear. Can’t recommend enough

Alwaysfairandhonest
01.02.2024 - 12:36

Has just changed hands and decided to give it a go. We had a great wee walk at Kippford and then called in for an early morning treat. Their Bacon Roll , was de...

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Carolyn
01.02.2024 - 12:36

Cosy café. Freshly baked, home-made cakes absolutely delicious, moist sponge Friendly staff, see views what’s not to love.

kaylajane2222
01.02.2024 - 12:36

Lovely new lady owner selling fabulous cake ! Today we bought a delicious chocolate and some apple and cinnamon What’s not to love.

Gastroranking-it
3.4 ★ from 10 reviews
Euan
21.04.2024 - 15:02

On a cold, blustery Saturday we happened upon The Ark. Warm welcome and she smell of home baking filled the nostrils. We settled for Leek and Potato soup with B...

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1winchman
21.04.2024 - 15:02

I arrived at this restaurant on a lovely sunny and warm Wednesday afternoon, only to find that the tearoom was closed (seemingly most days). There were conflict...

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David
21.04.2024 - 15:02

I stopped by for a quick coffee to escape the rain. Although I was tempted by the delicious array of cakes, it was too soon after my lunch. The café is small, b...

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E1847SSdavidr
21.04.2024 - 15:02

The coffee at this restaurant is excellent, and the homemade cakes are delicious. You can enjoy beautiful views of the estuary while watching sailboats glide pa...

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89sorayaf
21.04.2024 - 15:02

Had a lovely lunch at the ark yesterday. Service and food vg. Only slight issue was coffee was super hot and burnt my mouth! Apart from that, it was a really en...

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Gastroranking-uk
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