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The Creel Restaurant
The Creel is a cosy wood panelled Scottish restaurant nestled between the two historic harbours of Dunbar. The perfect retreat after a windswept walk around the wilds of the John Muir country park and beaches or checking out the Kittiwakes that take residence in Dunbar castles craggy ruins for the summer months.

The famous Dunbar Championship Golf course is very close to hand and the local shops on the high street are only a stones throw away. The train link from Edinburgh Waverly to Dunbar Station only takes 25 minutes and also we have plenty of street parking outside of the Creel. The food is inspired by East Lothians picturesque coastline where a clean modern-rustic style has been created.
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John Sim
John Sim
Jan 19, 2021
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We visited The Creel on the 14th February 2020 for a Valentine's Day meal and had a table booked for 6.30pm. However, the doors remained closed until just after 6.30pm where we, along with another couple waited outside in very cold conditions. This, is quite ridiculous and shows little 'Customer Focus'. Upon entering the restaurant it was cold and despite asking, no attempt was made to increase the heating. Moreover, after ordering a £37 bottle of red wine the wine was served very cold and not appetising in the least. Weren't the owners aware of serving red wine at an appropriate temperature?
Armanda Alonzo
Armanda Alonzo
Jan 15, 2021
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A wee gem. The food is unique, fresh, absolutely wonderful. Honestly, the cod was faultless! Probably the best I have had so far. Good wine, lovely, relaxing atmosphere with friendly staff. We've had a great time and we will definitely be back for more..
Carol Westbury
Carol Westbury
Dec 15, 2019
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You will not be disappointed with this restaurant. Very small and intimate, food amazing, staff and service fabulous. Nice little touches throughout the meal. Will definitely return.
Deborah Noble
Deborah Noble
Sep 03, 2019
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Fantastic food and friendly service. The food is cooked fresh and tastes amazing. We have just enjoyed a fantastic meal in a really cosy setting.
The soup was delicious -you have to try it.
What a find and so reasonably priced as well. We will be back when next in Dunbar
Artem L.
Artem L.
Aug 04, 2019
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Very nice restaurant, delicious food and polite waitress! Soup and sandwich in a bundle called The Combo is very delicious plus there is lots of bread - a perfect lunch that provide you energy for the whole day exploring the beach. Highly recommend for all travelers!
Miriam
Miriam
Jul 27, 2019
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Tasty dishes, gorgeous flavours, yum! Your chef is amazing! Been for dinner and was blown away with the flavours and the freshness of the ingredients in our dishes. Wow, we left happy. Starters were perfect, mains were perfect couldn't fault this place. I never imagined cod could be so tasty and delicious. Everything cooked to perfection from scratch so be patient you won't regret it. We booked again to return a second night but sadly had to cancel but we will return! Wonderful place brilliant service with extras and atmosphere. Thank you!
Dekany Peter
Dekany Peter
Jun 29, 2019
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One of the best restaurants in East Lothian. Seriously - relaxing atmosphere, friendly service and unique food. The cod with curry and coconut is a must! Highly recommended. Fingers crossed they'll get the Michelin star anytime soon :)
Colin Skene
Colin Skene
Jun 08, 2018
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Popped in to Dunbar to find somewhere for a bite to eat whilst on our way to Fonab Castle for the weekend. Found the Creel a few minutes from the high Street. Ordered the Shellfish soup and toasted sandwich combo and was only expecting a fairly normal snack taste experience. How wrong could we be. Out comes our food,two quite small bowls of soup and very luxurious looking toasted sandwiches along with some garnish and decorations. Biting into my cheese and onion toasty my eyes rose to see my wife doing likewise. They tasted amazing. These had been made with love. Next step the soup. What an amazing
Sandra Reekie
Sandra Reekie
Jun 01, 2018
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Fantastic food & service. Wine was excellent too. Logan couldn't accommodate our request for seafood platter, but made us a complementary amazing lobster dish with aioli. The little rhubarb palette cleansers & other little touches makes The Creel THE place to eat in Dunbar.
Lauren Nairn
Lauren Nairn
Nov 05, 2015
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Fab food, starter of prawns was amazing. Had the steak for main and would have been 5 star had it came how I wanted it cooked however I still enjoyed it! You have to wait a while for the food but you can see why when it comes. Nice atmosphere also :)