Arnotdale House and Cafe

Dollar Park, Camelon Rd, Falkirk FK1 5SQ, United Kingdom
+44 1324 323323
$$$ Cafe
(94 Reviews)
Price Range £1–10

Arnotdale House and Cafe sits comfortably within Dollar Park, offering a relaxed spot for locals and visitors to pause during a stroll or settle in for a casual meal. As a cafe, it leans into a warm, inviting atmosphere enriched by the natural beauty of its leafy surroundings and the quiet charm of the park’s walled garden.

Visitors often come for breakfast, lunch, or a traditional afternoon tea, with fresh-baked scones and empire biscuits frequently on offer. The cafe manages to balance a homely feel with thoughtful touches like a dog-friendly dining room, making it a good fit for those visiting with pets or seeking a welcoming community vibe. The service is consistently approachable and attentive without feeling rushed.

The food and drinks here maintain a focus on quality and local sourcing — reflected not only in the café’s menu but also in their weekly vegetable bags sourced from a nearby seasonal farm. This connection to local produce adds a layer of freshness to the experience and ties the café neatly into the surrounding area’s rhythm.

Regulars appreciate Arnotdale as a place where the coffee and cakes hold their own alongside notable local contenders, especially when it comes to the scones. The cafe's loyalty card system adds another dimension, encouraging repeat visits and fostering a sense of goodwill by enabling customers to "pay forward" drinks to people in need.

The best time to visit tends to be mid-morning or early afternoon when the light filters through the surrounding trees, and the pace slows just enough to enjoy the calm within the park. It’s a spot well-suited for a quiet catch-up over a well-made brew, a relaxed weekend brunch, or a simple treat after a walk.

For anyone exploring Falkirk’s green spaces or aiming for a low-key local cafe experience with thoughtful food options and a friendly atmosphere, Arnotdale House and Cafe blends gentle charm with dependable quality.

What they serve
Coffee
Vegetarian options
Best for
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dessert
Seating
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Parking
Free parking lot
Parking
94 Reviews
Pilates Physio Planet Pilates

09 Jan 2026

I've visited this cafe a number of times, and always recommend it to others. The food and drinks are of a high quality, and the cakes are amazing. The cafe has a loyalty card scheme where you collect a stamp for purchasing a drink. You can then either receive a free drink, or pay it forward to donate to someone in need. Very caring!

Harry Sullivan

04 Jan 2026

The Scone Rangers were back on the campaign trail with a visit to Dollar Park and Arnotdale House Cafe. If you had asked us before today to name our favourite scone in Forth valley, we would have said Beecraigs cafe - no brainer. Now the Beecraigs Scone has found an equal at the Arnotdale cafe. Both scored 9 in our estimation, both narrowly missing out on the perfect 10 for the same reason - no cream! In both instances the coffee was also excellent, the prices very reasonable and the staff very welcoming and friendly. The surroundings were exceptionally clean and tidy at Arnotdale House with local art and produce on display, and for sale, contributing to a pleasant ambiance. Dollar Park itself was a delight. It’s nice to see the floral clock revived and hats off to whoever is responsible for the work on the walled garden - what a fabulous place it now is. You must go see.

Pauline H

09 Dec 2025

Have had many delicious snacks and lunches here. Nice setting, feels safe since the pandemic. One of the dining rooms is dog friendly. Service always good. We have also now been picking up a weekly vegetable bag for a few months - the produce is from the Cyrenians farm so is seasonal and local. The quality and variety is great, a mixture of basics like carrots, onions potatoes etc. and always something more unusual.

Laura M

02 Dec 2025

Lovely and cosy place located in the middle of a beautiful park Here you can come for breakfast, lunch and a delicious afternoon tea. The staff very nice and the service is great. Fresh scones and empire biscuits every day! Delicious breakfast too!

Jane Maciver

07 Nov 2025

My favourite food find during my Falkirk stay. So much so I had brunch here every day. Caters well for coeliacs, good gluten free sweet and savory options. Served by super friendly staff in lovely surroundings Do visit the beautiful, tranquil walled garden.

Carole Mitchell

06 Oct 2025

Just had fantastic food and exemplary customer service from Johnny and the girls. He went out his way to bring the table from outside(starred to rain) indoors and quickly got the 4 of us served really quickly. Even although the cafe was very busy with a queue waiting,the staff were hard working,efficient and very friendly.

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