The Phoenix Bar Dundee

The Pheonix Bar is a Dundee institution. It has a prominent place in the bar industry within the city. The original decor helps to add to the ambience along with the eclectic mix of clientele. Staff within the premises are always friendly and helpful. The food is proper pub grub and the curly fries are a must have. Dogs are also allowed 🐕

A very warm welcome by friendly accommodating staff. An excellent selection of real ale, Timothy Taylor Landlord, Orkney Dark Island and Caledonian Deuchar 's IPA. All Caledonian and served in good condition. Food was excellent quality and value pub grub on the menu. Lively friendly atmosphere and an evident favourite with plenty of regulars in. Will visit again.

I visited with an American friend. She wanted to try genuine 'pub' food instead of the themed type which is prevalent in her part of the States. We had cheese burgers and the 'ganga' fries. The fries are spicy, crispy and come with a lovely hot dip. Great for sharing. The burger was good and flavourful, good portions. My friend ordered drinks and wasn't sure what to order. The bar tender was brilliant, and was quickly able to pinpoint what she may like and poured generous tasters for her to try. Friendly regulars too, who made her feel at ease in an unfamiliar environment. Although on the level, accessibility for wheelchairs could be a problem, and the doorway could be a little tricky to navigate, especially when it's busy. I wouldn't recommend it for wheelchair users. This is mainly due to the age of the premises and the probable difficulty of upgrading the place to accommodate those with limited mobility. Phoenix is a fantastic pub though! It was a regular haunt of mine when I went to college and art school in Dundee. There are lots of interesting paintings and drawings on the walls which tells of its link to the university and college. I was pleased to experience that 'The Phoenix' still maintains excellent standards and the locals are as friendly as ever.

Now I visit The Phoenix Bar on almost every occasion I return to Dundee. Yesterday I went with my lass for lunch. In almost thirty-five years the menu has stayed consistent with specials of the day supplementing the favourites. The service from behind the bar is brilliant and the food is the best. The chilli burger, as ever, was phenomenal. The ambiance is great as are the prices. This is one part of Dundee that should be listed. Enjoy.