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The Stubborn Duckling, Aberaeron, Ceredigion

The Stubborn Duckling

4.6 (68)
£26 to £40
Bistro
Victoria Hotel, Victoria Street, Aberaeron, Ceredigion SA46 0DA

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
Great, seasonal food served in a welcoming and stylish setting in the heart of Aberaeron

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Bistro, British, Gastro Pub
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 6:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    01545 571700
  • Website
    http://www.stubbornduckling.co.uk/
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Menu

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What 68 people are saying

The Stubborn Duckling reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Energetic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Stubborn Duckling shines with "very friendly" staff and "excellent" food. Guests rave about the "fantastic" Sunday lunch and "beautiful" interior décor. Although the atmosphere can get lively, the "lovely" ambience and "super clean" premises make it a must-visit. Overall, it's praised for its "delicious" meals and "attentive" service.
68 Reviews

  1. Mike

    Liverpool/Merseyside3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good place for a Sunday evening and thanks for attending to my dietary needs. Much appreciated.

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  2. Mark

    West Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food, will be back again in the week for a steak…The front of house Maitre d’ is worth the visit alone….excellent welcome and service

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  3. Denise

    West Wales4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a special wedding anniversary meal and it was all superb! Fresh food, hot, plentiful. Dessert a particular delight… clever combinations.

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  4. Denise

    West Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were slightly late arriving, having gone to the old place on the square! But we were welcomed and looked after immediately. It was a very open room, airy room with plenty of room between tables. Gradually over our meal it filled up and although everyone was talking the acoustics in the room kept it to a minimum. The service was amazing with big smiles and a fabulous Italian gentleman who was highly amusing. It was a very welcoming experience. Then the food arrived and on my! When my Welsh friends tell me it is the BEST lamb they have ever experienced I believe them. My beef was mouthwatering, soft and coming from the North the gravy was hmmmmmm, yummy. Followed by their excellent desserts ... we had a fabulous time. Apparently the toilets were excellent too. Got to say I liked the old place but this new place really adds to the ambience. Reminded us of some very nice places in London.... THANK YOU xx

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  5. Kim

    London14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This was our first visit to visit to the stubborn duckling. It did not disappoint. We will return. Thank you .

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  6. Jenny

    West Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very friendly front of house. Staff were helpful and friendly. Food was excellent.

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  7. Helen

    West Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food, lovely venue, charismatic bar man. Was very loud at peak time. Would definitely go again, but not one for those sensitive to high noise levels.

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  8. Kirsty

    West Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was lovely, food was delicious and the service was friendly and efficient. We had a lovely evening celebrating my partners birthday. We will definitely be back.

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  9. Gerallt

    Cheshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was absolutely fantastic and the service polite, courteous,and very helpful. Lovely ambience,everything was super clean . Can't recommend enough.

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  10. Lizzie

    Oxford/Oxfordshire22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’ve already left a review on Tripadvisor as I was in awe of the place. Although a little noisy when we first arrived as it was pleasantly busy, the ambiance was great and the decor and cleanliness were superb. The staff were efficient , friendly but professional. The food…..oh my goodness, some of the most flavoursome I’ve ever had! The roast dinner was sublime, my favourite being the cauliflower cheese and the extra gravy. The beef was delicious, although my husband prefers slices of beef, I thought it was well cooked and broke up easily and was easy to eat. Absolutely stunning meal and I would recommend to anyone a visit is a must if you’re in the area

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The Stubborn Duckling is rated 4.6 stars by 68 OpenTable diners.

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  4. Carmarthenshire
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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
Google Map for The Stubborn Duckling

Victoria Hotel, Victoria Street, Aberaeron, Ceredigion SA46 0DA

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Aberaeron
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 6:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Bistro, British, Gastro Pub
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
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