Good Place To Eat On A Monday

[HezBez]

The title says it all. Gotta choose somewhere for (day before) Valentines Day, can anyone recommend any good deals on a Monday night? I'm getting a bit bored of The Grill House, Bella Italia, and pub-style meals. Ziggy's? Balaka?... Westport??

Cheers m'dears for any replies

[Mod]

The Vine Leaf, or the Bay Hotel if you can afford them.

[Rocky]

The Balaka

[OhhMy]

Without doubt the Thi Restraunt on Crails lane oposite St Mary's college is the best place to eat in town.

[themushroomgod]

The Doll's House is pretty good, and the Vine Leaf is excellent, if you can get a reservation. The Seafood Resteraunt is great, but pricey.

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[munchingfoo]

Personally I would say NO BALAKA, I have been there twice and both times I was more than disapointed.

I have eatten in all but a two of the public restaurants in st andrews and most of them I have eatten in more that I probably should have (bank managers best friend ) and the balaka has been the worst of the lot.

Papa Joes annoyed me once but I went back with a big group of friends and it wasn't too bad. Very overpriced for what they have on offer though.

My first ever valentines day in st andrews was ruinned by Bella Pasta. Rude staff, crappy service, sub standard food. I even went back there recently to give them the benefit of the doubt and it was exactly the same. That place needs a new manager.

So - I guess it depends what the table is for, two people romantic or group of people as friends. I have split the two into my list of favourites.

Romantic for two:

Nahm Jim - When I first went here it was like having an orgrasm in my mouth. The head chef walked out about 9 months ago though so the quality drop slightly but still one of the best places to eat.

The dolls house - I am listing this one purely because it has served me my best st andrean meal. Unfortunately it can be a bit hit and miss. The food is always nice and what not but you might wonder what exactly it is you are paying so much for on occasion. If you get lucky though - the perfect evening.

The grill house - I put this here solely because its my favourite place to eat, therefore i find it a nice place for both couples and groups even though most people would agree its more of a group place. The food is always good and very reasonably priced.

Ziggys - If you want somewhere a bit different for a couple style meal Ziggys is most ceratinly the place to go. Especially if you are the type who struggles to think of things to talk about. There's so many cool things all over the walls that you can never be short of conversation about them. The food is also good if you like america style cuisine, large portions/ diner style menu.

Bugger it - I can't be bothered writing about the group places, if this is for a group let me know and I'll give you my views on the others.

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[Starla]

I'm guessing the Golf, as I used to work with the head chef in a different hotel and he was amazing

[papercutheart]

I've been to the Balaka twice, and think the food is excellent.

However, the staff keep looking over your shoulder every 2 seconds, and it's impossible to have any sort of intimacy. Even if your not looking for romance, it is still bloody annoying.

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[Steveo]

Bay Hotel is very nice.

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[Wee Nic the Dobber!!!!!]

the old course is fantastic! absolutely gorgeous food! if you've got the cash go splash out!

[Mr Comedy]

The Rufflets. You'll need a car or a taxi though.

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I'm pretty sure that Nahm Jim, the Thai restrautant is closed on Monday. It's a very nice place to eat otherwise though.

I'd agree that Balaka isn't the best of choices. I haven't had good experiences there.

I haven't had the best of experiences in terms of quality and service at the Doll's House, but if you do end up there, I recommend ordering a la carte rather than one of their specials.

If you are up for a journey, there's a lovely and romantic Indian place in Dundee centre near the Uni called Spice in the City. It's a bit pricey but it's some of the better Indian food I've had in Scotland and the service was excellent too.

[bramble]

Ive always been a fan of Ziggys, the food there has never disappointed and if youre a couple, theres a few intimate corners to have a good chat. Its also pretty good value for money, and the atmosphere is cosy so it makes you feel instantly comfortable. Whatever you choose though, hope you have a great time

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[Duggeh]

Nahm Jim is acetastic.

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[Griggsy]

Done the Vine Leaf twice, both times totally crap. Seafood restaurant is pricey but pretty kosher, same applies to Rufflets.

Or if you can get to Anstruther, then get some fish and chips and walk along a beach/pier/something with the sea beside it, you're sorted

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[sweet]

Apparently, the Grange (just outside the town) is tops...

Home-made food is also good!

[sweet]

Apparently, the Grange (just outside the town) is tops...

Home-made food is also good!