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US$6 - US$13
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Pub, Bar, European, British, Scottish, Contemporary
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Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
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Reviewed 1 October 2023

Great food and plenty to pick from the menu. Friendly environment and service is fantastic, staff are extremely friendly and polite.😀

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 6 August 2023 via mobile

Visited for food and drinks with a friend on Friday 4th August. This was our first visit and with it being a Friday we had prebooked a table. It was ready for us arriving however it was sticky as was the menus that were brought...over to our table. Good selection of standard pub grub available along with some nice sounding cocktails. My friend had the steak pie and I had the macaroni. We both agreed that the food was tasty and also generously portioned. However we both felt that the cocktails were a let down. We would normally have had a few cocktails after our meal but instead opted to go elsewhere. Service was ok but no check back as to how our meals were etc. A good clean and a bit of tlc (replacing of chairs that had ripped coverings etc) along with a review of the cocktails would entice me back for a second visit.More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 26 July 2023 via mobile

Papa Jacques is somewhere we visit frequently for food and each and every time we leave feeling satisfied and impressed. Really good food, and a great selection of choice on the menu. Would recommend getting a cocktail as well, there is many to choose from....Staff are always friendly and attentive!More

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 1 June 2023

We booked Papa Jacques Couture Room in October 2022 for a Celebration of Life to take place for our parents in May. We were worried about not having everything in place - no deposit? No contract? No worries! The staff were absolutely incredible, especially Abi,...who had our backs from the start. The place was perfect for a small party of about 30 people. The food was incredible, and when about a dozen extra people showed up, there was no panic (by staff - I did!), and there was plenty for everyone. Our bartenders were friendly and everything was just perfect. We were allowed to bring in some flowers and sweets (we shared the leftovers with staff) and the Papa Jacques team worked with us to bring things in early so we didn't have to drag in too much on the day. Overall, I give them top marks for their professionalism, pricing, quality of food and drink, and the calibre of their staff. Thank you to everyone who made the night so special.More

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed 7 May 2023

We visit Broughty Ferry every year for a family weekend and sadly this was one of the worst meals yet! When we arrived there were no staff behind the bar, and throughout the night the staff seemed to lack any organisation. The dinner arrived quickly...but it was definitely not home cooked. The meatballs pasta was out of a jar, and the scampi was practically non existence. We had to ask the staff several times for the bill as they were also understaffed. I wouldn’t recommend for family’s!More

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed 3 May 2023 via mobile

Jay was a fab waiter! Large menu to pick from with fair prices. Portions very large so come hungry! Went on a Wednesday so pretty quiet but did not notice as I will with good company 😀

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed 2 October 2022 via mobile

Advertised as a family friendly pub but bar staff ignored constant shouting and swearing despite the fact a toddler was present. When confronted with the issue the bar staff turned very aggressive and claimed they had "dealt with it" and then threatens violence. Drug taking...was also witnessed in toilets and under age drinkers were observed. Over priced drinks which tasted watered sown. Avoid like THE PLAGUEMore

Date of visit: October 2022
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Reviewed 15 September 2022

Highly recommend, friendly staff, great tasting food and a large portion. Service is good and the food does not take long. I recommend the fish and chips.

Date of visit: September 2022
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Reviewed 8 May 2022

Was there for tea with friends early Saturday evening. The noise was incredible. It was full of kids who should have been age checked and were wearing next to nothing. And I mean nothing. I have seen people on a beach wearing more. I actually...saw girls private bits it was that bad. They were screaming, shouting, jumping around and swearing. It was so bad we couldn’t hear anything each other was saying. Staff did not seem to bother - mainly as they were nearly as young as them. It also didn’t help that tvs were blaring with football on. I have never bothered about noise and teenagers before but this was incredible. We have all been there when we were younger but never to that extreme. The food was ok but because of the total chaos we left early to drink elsewhere. We couldn’t stand it any longer. Which meant they missed out on our custom. Also, the place could do with a good clean - just felt pretty grubby.More

Date of visit: May 2022
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Reviewed 13 April 2022

Went to Papa Jacques after being told to try the chicken goujons have to say they did not disappoint nice and friendly and atmosphere I would recommend this bar to anyone going to Broughty Ferry for a day out 10 /10

Date of visit: April 2022
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Reviewed 7 September 2021

First time here was very impressed food was great huge portions and great value for money had the cajun chicken panini came with a mountain of chips and salad was delicious. The staff were very nice my brother is in a wheelchair and goes here...when he in the area they are very pleasant with him too . Would highly recommend.More

Date of visit: September 2021
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Reviewed 21 August 2021

Great food and staff were outstanding. Meal was lovely .iv never been disappointed with the food or service, Iv be for lunch many times, evening meal just as good

Date of visit: August 2021
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Reviewed 31 October 2020

Popped in here for a bite to eat with family. Unfortunately was during the Covid19 crisis so no alcohol for sale. That said 2as still a good place for a family of five. Even some lovely Halloween touches from the staff that the kids loved.

Date of visit: October 2020
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Reviewed 9 March 2020 via mobile

Papa Jacques macaroni cheese used to be the best in the ferry but recently the recipe has clearly changed. It's made with mozzarella and is so mild and sickly it is truly awful and, for me, inedible. The staff are great and other meals are...good but they need to revisit the mac cheese recipeMore

Date of visit: March 2020
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Reviewed 19 February 2020 via mobile

Went in and the person working rushed our order and was pretty ignorant throughout the whole experience, even at one point whipped out their phone while taking our order, probably to check time but still found it rude, food was over priced for quality but...big portions the only redeeming feature was the drinks, wish we had gotten drunk enough to forget the whole experience.More

Date of visit: February 2020
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Papa Jacques is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 3