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SCOTTISH INTERNATIONAL
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172 Nethergate, Dundee, DD1 4HN
01382 657404
Housed in a venerable 19th
century mansion, 172’s storied
past threatens to overshadow
its food. Thankfully, its
proprietors have pulled out
all the stops to come up with
cuisine that’s every bit as the
memorable as the building it’s
served in. The mansion, which
was once home to a prominent
Dundee industrialist, has
been extensively refurbished
and today forms a spacious
restaurant and entertainment
complex in one. The menu
comes courtesy of a trio
of acclaimed chefs whose
inventiveness
and
flair
shines through in every dish,
from the small plates to the
more extravagant a la carte
offerings. The chicken and
avocado salad is served with
roasted red peppers and a
light harissa dressing, while
the house burger is stacked
high with bacon, gherkins
and tomatoes and served
with skinny fries. For dessert,
try the apple and marmalade
tart that’s indulgent but oh so
tasty. 172 At the Caird also
serves up exquisite cocktails
and stocks a good selection
of wines, beer and spirits. In
the evenings, the lounge area
comes to life with live pianists
and guitarists providing the
soundtrack to a sophisticated
evening of food and drink.
ONE SEVEN TWO
AT THE CAIRD
