The White Goose in Dundee is a restaurant that has been well-missed since it closed back in lockdown. I’ve heard great things about it, and having seen photos of the food when it opened in May, I couldn’t wait to head along for my first taste. The cafe and bistro is from the great minds of Dundee restauranteurs Lauren and Calum Runciman, who also run The Giddy Goose and Black Mamba.
The White Goose first opened in 2017, then closed in 2020 when the Covid-19 pandemic hit. So what is it like now? The White Goose is positioned in a snug spot on Dundee’s Dock Street. As soon as you step inside, the clean, modern interior takes you away from its location.
It’s very easy to forget that you’re sitting metres away from a busy main road. Inside, it’s classy and brightly-lit, with those huge modern glass lights dangling down over the tables. And though my boyfriend, Michael, who’s accompanying me to lunch, bops his head on one of the lights as he sits down, I can still appreciate the gorgeous interior design choice.
Wooden lanterns in other parts of the restaurant make me feel like I’m on holiday, immediately putting me in the mood for a cocktail. There’s music playing quietly, which allows for quiet conversation and doesn’t dominate the atmosphere. It’s perfect, really, for the relaxed Sunday lunch out we’re in the mood for.
The lunch menu isn’t huge, but having been put off by big menus elsewhere, I wasn’t peeved about this. I’m struggling to choose rega.
