Diners' Choice: Great for creative cocktails restaurants in South Wales

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Updated September 05, 2024

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Silures

4.9

4.9 (316)

£26 to £40

Modern European

Cardiff

About the restaurant

Whilst Silures is firmly rooted in Wales, benefiting from the abundance of local produce available, the all-day dining menu is inspired by the broadness and endless possibilities of Modern European cuisine.

The all-day dining menu is available from day to night, with Sunday Roast showcasing on the weekends. The bar is a bustling and non-stop space, open to all and featuring a range of crafted cocktails, draught beer and bespoke bar snacks.

Born in Roath, Cardiff, Silures is an integral part of the community not only by creating an accessible but premium offering, but by championing environmental sustainability, local supply lines and ethical practices.

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Helen

Dined 6 days ago

A lovely treat, great service, wonderful food and knowledgeable staff who made us feel very welcomed. Great vegetarian options too! Just be mindful that the bottomless brunch is drinks only when booking.

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4.8

4.8 (819)

£25 and under

Pizzeria

Cardiff

About the restaurant

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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Emily

Dined 6 days ago

Great service, great food 10/10. Would recommend !

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Popular dish

Lasagne

The Brook Bistro

4.8

4.8 (677)

£25 and under

Modern European

Cardiff

About the restaurant

All Day Dining Menu 12pm - 11pm Tuesday to Saturday.

Breakfast & Brunch 9am - 4pm Tuesday to Saturday 9am - 12pm Sunday.

Bottomless Two Course Prosecco Brunch £37.95 10am - 4pm Tuesday - Saturday.

Great Value Weekday Two Course £18.95 menu 12pm - 6pm Tuesday to Friday & 12pm till 3pm Saturday.

Our legendary Sunday Lunch Two Course £27.95 Bookings from 12pm - 4pm .

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Paul

Dined 2 days ago

Love this place the staff so friendly and the food is incredible I highly recommend it here.

Harry's Restaurant & Wine Bar

4.7

4.7 (189)

£25 and under

Contemporary British

Cowbridge

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

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Emma

Dined on Aug 22, 2024

My husband and I enjoyed a lovely lunchtime meal, very tasty food, and our dietary requirements were catered for. Very friendly, helpful staff. Will definitely be back.

Tickled Trout Newport

4.6

4.6 (165)

£25 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

Newport

About the restaurant

Welcome to Tickled Trout we look forward to serving you.

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Laura

Dined 2 days ago

Quite possibly the best tapas I’ve eaten. Reasonably priced and a beautiful restaurant. Waiter was really attentive. Will definitely be back!

The Ivy Asia, Cardiff

4.5

4.5 (2918)

£26 to £40

Contemporary Asian

Cardiff

About the restaurant

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.

A glamorous destination restaurant serving incredible Asian-inspired dishes for lunch, afternoon tea and dinner, plus exotic cocktails late into the night, it offers all those who visit an experience they’ll remember forever.

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Danielle

Dined 1 day ago

Absolutely amazing experience last night for family dinner. Food and service was amazing as always from the Ivy chain. Decor is incredible. Only very small negative was we were in the table next to the DJ booth and the music was just a tiny bit too loud for a large table. Would have been fine for a table of 2, but tricker to chat across a larger table. Maybe t groups should be a bit further away from the booth. Music was great though! Still had the best time.

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Experience

Taste of Asia Two-Course Menu

Experience

Ivy Asia Moon Afternoon Tea

Experience

Beaujolais Day Set Menu

The Shed Restaurant

4.5

4.5 (155)

£26 to £40

British

Swansea

About the restaurant

Hiraeth; a term unique to Wales and Welsh culture, an intangible pull on the heart that conveys a deep sense of belonging, the desire to return to the place of one’s birth, to come home. For The Shed Restaurant and Executive Chef Jonathan Woolway, our place in the world is happily Swansea.
Composed along the expanse of Swansea Bay, flanked by the Gower Peninsula and Brecon Beacons, within striking distance of the fertile valleys, coastal plains and farmland of West Wales, the Waterfront City of Swansea sits at the beating heart of nature’s larder. Bounties of the season from land, sea and pasture are at our fingertips.
Our daily changing menus reflect a constant creative evolution, making use of local produce at the very place and moment of their seasonal prime. This begins in the kitchen and is realised at the table; Egalitarian, convivial and accessible to all. Full in heart and generous of spirit.

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Laura

Dined 2 days ago

I took my daughter here after dropping her off for University. The food was fantastic and the service welcoming and kind. It was a fantastic experience and will definitely return each time I’m in Swansea. I can’t recommend it enough!

The Ivy Cardiff

4.4

4.4 (13900)

£26 to £40

Contemporary British

Cardiff

About the restaurant

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

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 6 days ago

A little pricey, but the food and service were fantastic.

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Experience

Breakfast Set Menu

Experience

The Ivy Cardiff Afternoon Tea

Experience

£19.17 All-Day Set Menu

Gaucho - Cardiff

4.3

4.3 (819)

£26 to £40

Steakhouse

Cardiff

About the restaurant

Every Wednesday, join us for ‘Steak Night Date Night’ and dig into an epic sharing steak for two with sides, sauces and a bottle of red or white wine chosen by our team of sommeliers from £70 per pair.

Experience extraordinary culinary creations, warm hospitality, and an ambiance where Cardiff’s industrial heritage meets the vibrant spirit of Argentina.

Gaucho Cardiff boasts an ambience that combines industrial design and cultural artistry, adding a touch of dark glamour and making it the ideal setting for working lunches, afternoon drinks, and evening dining.
Both intimate soirées and grand celebrations find their place on the top floor. Two private dining rooms offer versatility for more intimate occasions, while the spacious dining area accommodates groups of all sizes, with the option to exclusively hire the whole top floor.

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Barbara

Dined on Sep 4, 2024

Lovely evening, this was my first experience. The attentive waiter Zac was very accomodating of all our needs. Food was deliciously cooked and tasted fabulous.

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Experience

Steak Night Date Night - £70/£80/£90 per couple

Bill's Restaurant & Bar - Cardiff Bay

4.1

4.1 (1578)

£25 and under

Contemporary British

Cardiff

About the restaurant

Old building with colourful interiors you wish you had in your house but aren’t quite brave enough for? Check and check. We’ve brought the classic Bill’s formula to Cardiff’s Mermaid Bay. Find us in the Pilotage Building, just follow your nose and the sound of clinking glasses.

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Ian

Dined 5 days ago

Lovely restaurant, very helpful staff. Definitely will go again.

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