# Crichton Central, Dumfries — Reviews & Opening Hours

> Crichton Central — Coffee Shop in Dumfries. Rated 4.4/5 from 246 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions.

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# Crichton Central

Criffel View Private Roads At Crichton Royal Hospital Grounds, Dumfries

[View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=10071614748864393065&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

Photo: [Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/)

**In short:** Crichton Central is a coffee shop in Dumfries, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 246 Google reviews.

Details checked 28 August 2026 · source: Google Places

## Good to know

### Parking

- ✓Free car park
- ✓Free street

### Accessibility

- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
- ✓Accessible seating

### Payment

- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless

Details via Google — worth confirming with the restaurant before you travel, especially for access needs.

## About Crichton Central

Crichton Central is a coffee shop on the grounds of Crichton Royal Hospital in Dumfries. It serves breakfast, brunch and lunch, alongside coffee, beer, wine and desserts. The menu includes vegetarian dishes and a children's menu.

The cafe has indoor and outdoor seating, with a substantial outdoor area. It takes bookings, operates a takeaway service, and is welcoming to children, groups and dogs.

## Menu & facilities

For the current menu and prices, see [Crichton Central's own website](https://www.crichtoncentral.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu).

🥐 Breakfast 🥞 Brunch 🥪 Lunch ☕ Coffee 🍺 Beer 🍷 Wine 🍰 Dessert menu 🥦 Vegetarian options

🌤️ Outdoor seating 🍽️ Kids menu 🍴 Dine-in 🥡 Takeout

## Opening hours

**Monday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

**Tuesday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

**Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

**Thursday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

**Friday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

**Saturday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

**Sunday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

## What's nearby

- Shax furniture app next door
- Care Training & Consultancy CIC 150m away
- University of Glasgow 250m away
- The Crichton Trust 250m away
- Crichton Memorial Church 300m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

People say this cafe offers delicious and well-cooked food, including hearty breakfasts and proper brown bread, with many choices available. They also highlight the friendly and attentive staff, great value, and dog-friendly atmosphere with ample outdoor seating.

Some reviews mention the furniture can be poorly maintained.

Summary via Google

## At a glance

**Guest rating** 4.4 / 5 (246 reviews)

**Price level** £

**Good for children** Yes

**Good for groups** Yes

**Booking required** Yes

**Food hygiene rating** Pass

**Destination** Dumfries

Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1429455).

[More restaurants in Dumfries](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries/restaurants)

★ 4.4 (246 reviews)

Typical price range (Google)

£1 – £10

[Visit official website](https://www.crichtoncentral.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant)

[01387 219082](tel:01387219082)

(please mention staycation.co.uk when calling)

### Quick Facts

**Destination** Dumfries

**Plus Code** 9C7R2CX5+93

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## Quick answers

### What are the opening hours of Crichton Central?

Crichton Central is open Mon–Sun 10am–4pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

### Is Crichton Central any good?

Crichton Central is rated 4.4 out of 5 from 246 Google reviews.

### Is Crichton Central good for children?

Yes, Crichton Central is listed as good for children. There is a children's menu.

### Can you book a table at Crichton Central?

Yes, Crichton Central takes reservations.

### Does Crichton Central have vegetarian options?

Yes, Crichton Central serves vegetarian food.

### Does Crichton Central have outdoor seating?

Yes, there is outdoor seating.

### Is Crichton Central wheelchair accessible?

Crichton Central has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet.

### Is there parking at Crichton Central?

Yes: free car park and free street parking.

### How do I contact Crichton Central?

Call Crichton Central on +44 1387 219082.

## More near Crichton Central

### Hotels & B&Bs nearby

- [Holiday Inn Dumfries ★ 4.3 · 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries/hotels/holiday-inn-dumfries)
- [The Townhouse Hotel ★ 4.2 · 1.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries/hotels/the-townhouse-hotel)
- [The Queensberry Hotel And Bar ★ 3.3 · 1.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries/hotels/the-queensberry-hotel-and-bar)
- [Glenlossie Guest House ★ 3.9 · 1.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries/hotels/glenlossie-guest-house)

### Holiday cottages nearby

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### Campsites nearby

- [Craigend Farm 1.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries/camping/craigend-farm)
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### Things to do nearby

- [Dock Park ★ 4.5 · 1.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries/attractions/dock-park)
- [Farmer's Den ★ 4.2 · 1.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries/attractions/farmer-s-den)
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