I personally have only visited the place once, I was very lucky to get a table as the place was full. the food was first class with plenty of variety on the menu plus they were available to please their customers.

We have eaten at Dowd's many times - all for special occasions (birthday's, anniversaries) and have never had a bad meal - there have been occasions where we have preferred what we have eaten over other occasions, but always wonderful food, in a gentle, enjoyable...More

Meal atmosphere and service the best Pity Ian and Liz are leaving this week. Good luck to new owners

Such a shame this place is closing! I've only just discovered this gem in Glossop. Food was gorgeous couldn't complain about anything. Lovely staff and brilliant chef!

A Saturday evening visit for a party of 4. Able to choose from either the set 2 or 3 course or the Al a carte menus - a couple mixed & matched choosing their favourites from both. My black pudding starter was large and delicious,...More

Went with friends last night to what may well be our last meal here - unless we can manage a quick lunch before the end of the month! The food and service was as always outstanding, in particular the Manchester tart and the spectacular mussels...More

A lovely meal out with my wife. The side white bread made in house was some of the best I've ever tasted in my life. And given I work opposite the Barbakan the best bakers in Manchester; that's a high accolade from me. Starter of...More

Fine dining couldn't fault it, however minimal servings. If you have a good appetite this is not the place for you! Parking on the high street rather tight so we used the Tesco Carpark nearby.(Try Napoli who serve excellent food and more generous servings. This...More

I'd heard great things about the food at Dowds and had been meaning to try it for a good while. An impromptu visit from an out of town friend made the perfect excuse today and I was not disappointed. We had the absolute bargain £9.95...More

The food is nice but nothing special, as such is overpriced. The menu is quite limited so it can be a struggle to choose something other than steak.