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1. Janet's

4.8

Exceptional(857)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Chinese • Pontypridd

Booked 10 times today

Janet's Pontypridd is a premier and authentic Restaurant that has been proudly serving the Pontypridd area since 2019. Since then, our mission has been to provide high-quality food for all those that wish to combine fun and enjoyable ambiance with skilful cooking into one extraordinary dining experience. We are committed to putting Pontypridd on the map as a food destination.

2. Hawthorn Inn

5.0

Exceptional(2)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pub • Pontypridd

Soak up our friendly service and homely charm when nestled at the heart of the village of Hawthorn, just on the edge of Pontypridd. We're the perfect place to sit back, relax and enjoy our delicious menu with your favourite drink in hand. We're proud to offer a menu packed with the most appetising dishes. Our passion for taking traditional pub classics and making them the best around by using the most decadent of ingredients, makes every meal served have you coming back time and time again!

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3. Willows Restaurant

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$$$$Price: Expensive

• Country kitchen • Caerphilly Mountain

Booked 1 time today

Willows Restaurant at The Meadows Wildlife ParkNestled within the heart of The Meadows Wildlife Park, Willows Restaurant offers a cosy and welcoming dining experience surrounded by nature. Open from 2:30pm on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays term time and everyday through the holidays. Our menu features freshly made meals using quality ingredients, perfect for relaxing after a stroll through the park.Dine with us and enjoy complimentary access* to the wildlife park, a unique opportunity to combine great food with an unforgettable encounter with our animals. Whether you're visiting with family, friends, or for a peaceful afternoon out, Willows Restaurant is the perfect place to unwind.*T&Cs Apply

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4. The Ivy Asia, Cardiff

4.5

Awesome(3453)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Asian • Cardiff

Booked 60 times today

The Ivy Asia brings beautiful fusion flavours, exotic cocktails and late night entertainment to the heart of Cardiff, every night of the week. Located in St David's Shopping Centre, just a short walk from the city's historic castle and Cardiff Market, The Ivy Asia Cardiff is perfectly placed to provide a stunning sanctuary for shoppers, tourists and locals alike.

5. The Ivy Cardiff

4.4

Awesome(14141)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Cardiff

Booked 72 times today

The restaurant is situated across two floors with a large bar prominent on both floors, and beautiful private dining room on the first floor.

6. Gaucho Cardiff

4.7

Exceptional(919)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Cardiff

Booked 37 times today

The Legacy Menu | 31 years | 3 courses | £31You asked, we listened. We’re overjoyed to welcome back the unmissable Legacy Menu for the entirety of July & August. To pay homage to our rich history, we will be relaunching a special nostalgic menu featuring iconic dishes that have defined Gaucho’s journey. The menu includes highly requested plates from across our history, all in celebration of our 31st anniversary. At Gaucho Cardiff, every detail is crafted to enchant. The venue effortlessly blends sleek industrial design with cultural sophistication, creating an atmosphere of sultry glamour that’s both inviting and unforgettable. Whether you’re here for a business lunch, an afternoon cocktail, or an indulgent dinner, the setting elevates every moment.

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7. Butterflies Bar & Kitchen

4.9

Exceptional(1589)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Pontypool

Booked 21 times today

Multi-award winning restaurant situated in the heart of the World Heritage Town of Blaenavon. Originally built in 1832 as the Cross Keys Hotel we have been serving the locals of Blaenavon and beyond for almost 200 years. We are well known across South Wales for our award winning steaks and hearty portionsVoice awards - Best chef 2018Voice awards - Best Sunday lunch 2019Voice awards - Best steaks 2019Welsh hospitality awards - Best Welsh restaurant 2021Welsh restaurant awards - Best in South Wales 2023Best commercial garden - 9 consecutive years Best Restaurant in Wales 2024Current Finalist Best Restaurant in Wales 2025

8. The Brook Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(937)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Modern European • Cardiff

Booked 16 times today

Join us in our beautiful award winning restaurant or outdoor rear garden terrace and you will always receive a warm welcome with great service and delicious food.All Day Dining Menu 12pm - 11pm Tuesday to Saturday.Breakfast & Brunch 9am - 4pm Tuesday to Saturday 9am - 12pm Sunday.Bottomless Prosecco Brunch £25.00 Supplement 10am - 4pm Tuesday - Saturday.Great Value Two Course Set Menu £21.95 12pm - 6pm Tuesday to Friday & 12pm till 3pm Saturday.Our legendary Sunday Lunch Two Course £29.95 Bookings from 12pm - 6pm .

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9. Pizzeria Villaggio

4.8

Exceptional(962)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Cardiff

Booked 21 times today

The spirit of Pizzeria Villaggio can be traced back to our traditional roots in Campobasso. A humble town filled with beautiful people in Southern Italy. Pizzeria Villaggio has been run by the Palladino family for the past 35 years. Borrowing our grandparent's recipes and adopting their love of good simple food combined with the Italian/Welsh values of creating a great family atmosphere, for all age groups has attributed to our success and longevity. In our pizzeria, there is a great range of carefully selected pizza and pasta dishes. We also run a daily specials menu that uses the finest, locally sourced, seasonal ingredients.

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10. Villaggio Lakeside

4.7

Exceptional(588)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Cardiff

Booked 23 times today

The spirit of Pizzeria Villaggio can be traced back to our traditional roots in Campobasso, a humble town filled with beautiful people in Southern Italy. Pizzeria Villaggio has been run by the Palladino family since opening in 1986. Borrowing our grandparent’s secret recipes and adopting their love of good authentic food, combined with the Italian values of creating a great family atmosphere for all age groups, has contributed to our success and longevity. We have a dedicated & friendly team who are passionate about using high-quality ingredients to produce delicious Italian food.

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Dilwyn
Mid Wales •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We took two of our grandchildren out for a special lunch, a very memorable experience for the four of us. Thank you Janet’s a day out to remember !
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Janet'sPrice: Expensive• Chinese• Pontypridd
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4.8
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Stephen
South Wales •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
We had a very nice wedding anniversary lunch. Pleasant ambiance in the centre of Cardiff.
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The Ivy CardiffPrice: Expensive• Contemporary British• Cardiff
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4.4
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charlie
South Wales •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jul 17, 2025
Great experience, lovely food and fab service all round.
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The Ivy Asia, CardiffPrice: Moderate• Asian• Cardiff
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4.5
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Peter
South Wales •1 review
5.0
Dined on Apr 1, 2025
Good meal for all four of us. Staff were friendly and service was good. We've eaten here many times and keep coming back.
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Hawthorn InnPrice: Moderate• Pub• Pontypridd
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1. Janet's

2. Hawthorn Inn

3. Willows Restaurant

4. The Ivy Asia, Cardiff

5. The Ivy Cardiff

6. Gaucho Cardiff

7. Butterflies Bar & Kitchen

8. The Brook Bistro

9. Pizzeria Villaggio

10. Villaggio Lakeside

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