Highlander Café

98 Annfield Rd, Dundee DD1 5JH, United Kingdom
+44 7903 890789
$$$ Cafe
(39 Reviews)
Price Range £1–10

Discover the charm of Highlander Café, tucked away at 98 Annfield Rd, Dundee DD1 5JH. This delightful café is not just about the food; it’s an experience waiting to unfold. The inviting atmosphere makes it a go-to retreat for game enthusiasts, students, or anyone looking to unwind. With a warm and cozy vibe, the café often has the soft melodies of lofi beats in the background, embracing patrons as they indulge in delicious selections.

The menu is a true testament to comfort food, featuring innovative dishes, all priced to suit any budget. Start your culinary adventure with their Aninis, where options like the Lassic Experience and Heroes Feast are not only tasty but also leave you craving for more. Craving something a bit more substantial? Treat yourself to the Helboar Bacon or the intriguing Darkmoon Hotdog. Every bite promises quality and satisfaction, with portions generous enough to keep you coming back for more. For those looking to complement their meal, a portion of fries or some spicy jalapeños are available add-ons that enhance the experience.

What truly sets Highlander Café apart, however, is its unique offering of free board games! Customers rave about the extensive selection, ensuring that whether you're visiting for a quick snack or an afternoon of fun with friends, there's always something to engage you. As Tony Roper puts it, it’s a perfect spot to “hang out and play games of all varieties,” with an atmosphere that is both “great and supremely welcoming.”

Feedback from visitors like Breanne Boughan (Bree) highlights the café's commitment to community and customer satisfaction, ensuring that even suggestions for new offerings, such as vegan options, are taken into account. The café's friendly staff, noted by Gav Gunn and others, contribute to an environment that feels like a second home. Personal interactions often create lasting memories, enhancing your time spent at this hidden gem.

Whether you're in for a meal, a snack, or just to dive into a day of gaming, Highlander Café stands out in Dundee as a welcoming space delivering delicious food, great service, and a sense of community. Don’t miss the chance to visit this hub of good vibes and even better eats. Mark your calendars and make your way to Highlander Café; you won't be disappointed!

For inquiries, feel free to call them at +44 7903 890789.

Service options
Delivery
Takeaway
Dine-in
Highlights
Great coffee
Great dessert
Great tea selection
Popular for
Lunch
Solo dining
Offerings
Coffee
Free water refills
Late-night food
Quick bite
Small plates
Dining options
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Dessert
Seating
Amenities
Toilet
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Crowd
Family friendly
Groups
LGBTQ+ friendly
Transgender safe space
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Children
Good for kids
Pets
Dogs allowed
Openings Hours

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

12:00 PM - 08:00 PM

Wednesday

12:00 PM - 05:00 PM

Thursday

12:00 PM - 08:00 PM

Friday

12:00 PM - 08:00 PM

Saturday

12:00 PM - 06:00 PM

Sunday

10:00 AM - 06:00 PM

39 Reviews
Tony Roper

17 Sep 2025

Cosy cafe that is a great place to hang out and play games of all varieties; often playing lofi beats, the atmosphere is great and supremely welcoming. The food is consistently good too.

Wolve Master

13 Sep 2025

Great place to come and hang out with your pals. Loads of board games to try out and play for free, not to mention its always a great place to study. Great events held here all the time. Always amazing customer service too.

Ryan Mitchell

24 Aug 2025

The food is lovely, the staff is lovely, always accommodating and very chill. Love it here

Breanne Boughan (Bree)

13 Aug 2025

We've been here many times now and this is a great place to go for an afternoon of board games. They have plenty to choose from for free or you can go to their game and card shop next door and buy a new game to play in the cafe. We've done both options and had a blast! The staff are wonderful - personable and fun to chat with. They even considered our feedback for a possible vegan option when we brought a vegan friend (it's a small cafe and they do very well with what they have and they did offer a smaller vegan snack right away). All the food I've had is delicious and great gaming fuel. I always get a milkshake as I love trying their daily flavours. Definitely check this place out!

Gav Gunn

02 Aug 2025

This cozy cafe has left the best impressions! Excellent hosts, delicious dishes, that are beautifully presented, the ambiance is very welcoming and its just the place to chill for some time to yourself or enjoy one of the many board games on offer to play! Excellent coffee and food to match. Do yourself a favour and visit Dundee’s hidden gem! We are very fortunate to have a place like this in Dundee.

Cathal Kelly

25 Jul 2025

Cosy spot that serves great portions of food. Plenty of board/card games to choose from.

Robert Henderson

23 Jul 2025

Found this wee place tonight after our plans to go to another coffee shop fell through. Dundee doesn’t have enough indie coffee shops that are still open in the evening so very glad I found the Highlander Board Game Cafe and will defo be making regular visits going forward. The owner is super friendly and approachable…and pours a mean cappuccino! Highly recommended, defo worth a visit.

Scarlet

04 Jun 2025

THE place for all nerds to hang out. The choice of board games is wide, so whether you're after a 3m game (cogs and commissars) or 3h game (Root), you'll find something for you. You can stay however long you want and the games are FREE to enjoy. It'd be rude to take advantage of pricing model so un-agressive so show your appreciation to the friendly and knowledgeable staff by getting a snack or drink. I'd especially recommend their Mocha or Dirty Chai. It's basically Cake and Dice but better in every single aspect, cheaper tastier and much more genuine.

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