Food, Drink & Shopping

Watson’s Licensed Grocers

Watsons Grocer Proprietor: Graham and Elaine Watson and daughters. Providing a quality service to the parish. Butchery meat courtesy of Renwicks, Thornhill. Lots of local produce including local honey, preserves, Cream O’Galloway ice cream, freshly baked bread and pastries, fine selection of wine and spirits and much more. Cashpoint machine. Opening hours: 7am-8pm Monday to Saturday. 8am-4pm Sunday (including Sunday papers). Incorporates village Post Office as an outreach service. High Street, Moniaive. 01848 200204

Post Office Opening Times

Mon 9am – 1pm
Tue – CLOSED
Wed 9am – 1pm
Thu – CLOSED
Fri 9am – 1pm
Sat 9am – 1pm


Piccola Italia ristorante/pizzeria

High Street, Moniaive DG3 4HN
Tel: 01848 200400
Serves pizza and pasta and an a la carte menu of mediterranean style dishes from local produce.

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GlenWhisk Cafe & Bistro

GlenWhisk Cafe Photo High Street, Moniaive DG3 4HN
Tel: 01848 200656
Bessie Godridge
Next to the George Hotel, Moniaive. Open through the day and on select Bistro Nights. Freshly prepared food served throughout the day and on bistro nights. Try our range of mains, baguettes, paninis, salads, homemade cakes and scones. In addition to the regular menu items, the specials boards are updated with soups, main courses and cakes of the day. Guide and Assistance Dogs only. Outdoor seating available.


The Craigdarroch Arms Hotel

Craigdarroch ArmsHigh Street, Moniaive DG3 4HN
Tel: 01848 200205
Tim O’Sullivan
The Craigdarroch Arms Hotel has been in existence for well over 100 years. Situated in the centre of Moniaive, it is the heart of the community and offers a warm welcome to locals and visitors alike. There is a traditional bar with log burner, Sky Sports, Poker, Dominos and dart board where locals enjoy a ‘blether’. Bets can be taken over bar for sporting events. A lounge bar for a more relaxing atmosphere and function room with pool table. The bedrooms have en-suite facilities, central heating, tea and coffee making equipment and colour TV. Price includes a full cooked breakfast and VAT. The bar menu offers a fine selection of meals with daily specials and theme nights. The hotel welcomes golf and fishing parties.


The George Hotel

george High Street, Moniaive DG3 4HN
Tel: 01848 200203
The George Hotel is a 500 year old country coaching inn just by the bridge on the High Street. The George is one of the oldest in Scotland. There is a traditional bar with an open fire and a games room with a pool table. There is a beer garden to the rear of the property which enjoys panoramic views of the local hills. Weekly Pool competitions and live music – watch for posters. All rooms recently refurbished to a high standard and all ensuite. GlenWhisk Cafe & Bistro attached.  Call for details/bookings. 01848 200203