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

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for the best handcrafted cocktails in South Wales? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

The Brook Bistro

4.7

4.7 (920)

£25 and under

Modern European

Cardiff

About the restaurant

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 .

Top review

glynis

Dined 2 days ago

Always a delightful place to eat . Food excellent. Halibut was delicious, a varied menu suitable for everyone's need . Wednesday night is great as all bottles of wine are half price 👌 service is good with friendly staff. THE RESTAURANT is airy and clean and tastefully decorated.

Silures

4.7

4.7 (442)

£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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Joanna

Dined on Jun 20, 2025

Best restaurant in Cardiff. Top quality food, fab service and gorgeous decor. Will continue to come here for every occasion.

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4.7

4.7 (914)

£26 to £40

Steakhouse

Cardiff

About the restaurant

The Legacy Menu | 31 years | 3 courses | £31

You asked, we listened. We’re overjoyed to welcome back the unmissable Legacy Menu for the entirety of July. 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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alina

Dined on Jun 24, 2025

Food was amazing, restaurant beautiful and our server Juan was attentive and knowledgeable

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Côte Brasserie - Cardiff Bay

4.5

4.5 (88)

£25 and under

French

Cardiff

About the restaurant

Join us for modern French food in Cardiff Bay, right across from the iconic Millennium Centre. Our charming brick restaurant offers stunning views of Cardiff Bay's landmarks, including the Senedd and Pierhead. Whether you're in the Bay for drinks, a show, or exploring the area, stop by our chic, cosy space for exquisite French cuisine. Perfect for special occasions, family outings, or evenings with friends. With Cardiff Bay station just a ten-minute walk away, we're easily accessible for breakfast, lunch, or a leisurely dinner.

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Joanne

Dined on Jun 21, 2025

Relaxed atmosphere and tasty food especially the steak frites.

The Ivy Cardiff

4.5

4.5 (14101)

£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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Helen

Dined 2 days ago

Lovely experience celebrating my daughters 21st birthday. Thank you

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The Ivy Asia, Cardiff

4.5

4.5 (3420)

£25 and under

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.

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Krystle

Dined 2 days ago

An absolutey beautiful restaurant. Amazing food, friendly staff, good music. Loved the whole atmosphere! Fantastic! Thank you!

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Popular dish

Crispy Duck Spring Rolls

4.5

4.5 (116)

£25 and under

Global, International

Cardiff

About the restaurant

Available to book for drinks or food, Nomad's a dynamic, personable and flavour-first dining and drinking experience set in the heart of Cardiff.

Changing monthly, our menu brings together exciting global flavours, specialising in plates, hand-pasta and topped flatbreads.

Our drinks offering is led by a selection of bespoke cocktails, draught beer, and an extensive wine list.

From date-nights and family celebrations to tourist stop-offs and corporate get-togethers, Nomad’s fluidity is designed to cater to all of your unique dining desires.

We welcome you to join us in our uplifting and energetic space to eat and drink as little, or as much, as you like.

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Elizabeth

Dined 6 days ago

This was a new restaurant for us ,when we arrived we were warmly greeted by a staff member.She showed us to our table which I didn't like and she Very kindly moved us to a booth.The restaurant was empty on our arrival I asked about bookings and she said they were fully booked .We looked at the menu and decided on three small dishes flat breads fries and tomato salad as did my brother and sister in law .They were all absolutely delicious coming out at different times but all worked perfectly.Ee had two bottles of house wine again both very good .My only critique of the restaurant is they should put glass panels in the booths so U feel part of the restaurant and arrange tables in the window area to eat at . definitely go back

Bill's Restaurant & Bar - Cardiff Bay

4.4

4.4 (1601)

£25 and under

British

Cardiff

About the restaurant

Discover a hidden gem when at Bill's restaurant in Cardiff Bay. Follow your nose and the sound of clinking glasses, and you'll find us nestled within the Pilotage Building, a historic building with colourful interiors that feel like home. We cater to your cravings from 8am 'til late. Whether you fancy a leisurely breakfast, a delicious lunch or a lively evening with cocktails, we've got you covered. Our menu features a range of your favourite dishes, all served with a touch of Bill's magic.

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Andrew

Dined on May 26, 2025

A really lovely visit, great food, brilliant staff, will be be back

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Experience

Small Group Dining Menu

Experience

Group Dining Menu

Experience

Set Menu for Celebrations

The Ship Inn

4.4

4.4 (70)

£25 and under

Grill

Newport

About the restaurant

Hi everyone and welcome to The Ship Inn Caerleon. From intimate dinners for two, too large family parties, we have you covered. Our beer garden is having a 30K investment and will have all our little shipmates swinging and sliding to their hearts content! Dog friendly inside and out (must be on a lead at all times)....Loads of fun and great food available....7 days a week

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brian

Dined on Jun 26, 2025

We had the roast meat selection on the 2 main courses for £18. The food was value for money and the rest of the menu is not overly expensive. We will go again soon.

Wahaca Cardiff

4.4

4.4 (44)

£25 and under

Mexican

Cardiff

About the restaurant

Vibrant, Mexican small plates, made with over 200 ingredients, everyday by talented chefs. Cocktails freshly shaken to order, from iconic margaritas, made with 100% blue agave tequila, to mezcalitas and beautifully crafted non-alc cocktails. A taste of authentic Mexican flavours from Oaxaca to Wahaca. With a relaxed, laid-back vibe, where everyone’s welcome, any time of day.

Cooking with fresh, local, ingredients, with a wide variety of vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free dishes, Wahaca has been consistently recognised as a leading sustainable restaurant.

Located right in the heart of Cardiff’s city centre in The Hayes, Wahaca Cardiff is a great spot for a bite while shopping, before a gig, or heading to events at St. David’s Hall. Buzzing on rugby days, Wahaca Cardiff is an up-beat casual spot shaking zesty margaritas. With three floors there's plenty of space for big groups looking for tacos and margaritas with friends.

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Carrie

Dined 2 days ago

Excellent choices for gluten free with secondary descriptors if coeliac or sensitive. Service was great, location and seating good.

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