Leading Restaurants in Wales

Llandudno, Conwy

Such is the historic importance of this country house hotel which partly dates back to the 13th century, that it has now passed into the hand of the National Trust. But those... more

Cross Ash, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire

Chef Simon King and front of house partner Kate wear their impeccable foodie credentials lightly at this refreshingly understated establishment. The couple have channelled... more

97/99 Wyeverne Road, Cathays, Cardiff, Cardiff Area

This contemporary bistro has been flying the Welsh culinary flag for over twenty years. Chef Paul Lane sets out his stall early in the meal with “A Taste of Wales” themed... more

Skenfrith, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire

This converted rural 17th century coaching inn is set in idyllic Monmouthshire countryside overlooking Monnow River. Run since 2001 by husband and wife team William and Janet... more

Llandudno, Conwy

Two hundred acres of parkland, views of Snowdonia – what’s not to love about this handsome 17th century country house? Crystal chandeliers and open fireplaces give the dining... more

Llanwrtyd Wells, Powys

In November 2006, husband and wife team Mary Ann and Alan Gilchrist moved their 16 year old restaurant with rooms to new premises just 300 yards away. A meal in the cosy but... more

77/78 Lower Dock Street, Newport

Two floors in the 19th century converted chandlery are given over to a modern restaurant with period features. Family run – Ryan Mitchell heads the kitchen, new owners Gail... more

Whitebrook, Monmouth, Monmouthshire

Settle in for a relaxing gastronomic experience at this restaurant with rooms. Nestled in five acres of grounds amid stunning Wye Valley scenery, this is the perfect spot to... more

22 High Street, St David's, Pembrokeshire

You’ll find a relaxed, mixed crowd in this converted house in the Pembrokeshire coastal town of St Davids. Surfers in shorts and flip flops might find themselves sitting next... more

Reynoldston, Gower, Swansea Area

Billed as “the jewel in the Gower Peninsula”, this Regency period gem with 24 acres of parkland has a lot to shout about. This is country house dining for the 21st century -... more

Felin Fach, Brecon, Powys

Ruddy walls, rugged beams, sturdy tables - subtle it ain’t. But what this converted farmhouse nestled between Brecon and Hay on Wye has is character in abundance. Owner... more

Nantyderry, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire

Chef Matt Tebutt has become something of a fixture on our television screens of late, appearing on a number of foodie programmes. But he's no Johnny-come-lately to the... more

Old Raglan Road, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire

This rural pub with its quarry-tiled floor, exposed beams and open fireplace is home to the prodigious talents of chef Stephen Terry. After a career in top London restaurants... more

Talsarnau, Harlech, Gwynedd

Chef-patron Peter Jackson’s pride and joy is his 200 year old walled garden. Eight tons of produce including pennywort, artichokes, squashes, wild garlic, tayberries and... more

Llangammarch Wells, Powys

There’s views of the river as it meanders past the lawns from the well-appointed dining room with its fine antiques and plush comforts. There’s treats a-plenty here thanks to... more

6/10 Romilly Crescent, Canton, Cardiff, Cardiff Area

Le Gallois is Cardiff born chef and owner Padrig Jones (the restaurant’s name is French for Welshmen) who has run this stylishly unfussy restaurant for nearly a decade.... more

Aberdovey, Gwynedd

With surprisingly few fish restaurants along the British coastline, it is a pleasure to come across this muted smart blue restaurant with views of the estuary, and with it a... more

Nefyn Road, Pwllheli, Gwynedd

When there’s Barabrith and butter pudding with Welsh whisky ice cream on the menu, you know you’re in Wales - the beautiful Llyn peninsula in North West Wales to be exact.... more

Abersoch, Gwynedd

For five decades and three generations, the Fletcher-Brewer family has run this acclaimed country house hotel that’s situated in farmland with views across Cardigan Bay to... more

Capel Garmon, near Betws-y-Coed, Llanrwst, Conwy

The ‘house under the hill’ is 750 feet above sea level and offers sweeping views of Snowdonia National Park. The clean, cool, modern restaurant within the handsome stone 17th... more

St David's Hotel & Spa, Havannah Street, Cardiff, Cardiff Area

For classic seafood dishes such as mussels with white wine sauce and stunning views of Cardiff bay, book a table on the al fresco terrace of this smart hotel dining room. ... more

St Tudno Hotel, North Parade, Promenade, Llandudno, Conwy

Overlooking Llandudno’s Victorian pier and gardens, the restaurant of this splendid seaside hotel has a magic all of its own thanks to an elaborate tented ceiling with... more

Llandrillo, Corwen, Denbighshire

After fourteen years in the big smoke running South Kensington’s acclaimed Hilare, husband and wife team Bryan and Susan Webb moved to rural Wales in 2002 to take over this... more

Llanddewi Skirrid, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire

This simple white washed inn at the side of a winding Welsh country road is a genuine gastronomic landmark. In the 1960’s, Franco Taruschio bought an authentic taste of Italy... more

Capel Dewi, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire

You wouldn’t expect a restaurant run by Simon Wright, former editor of the AA restaurant guide and a member of Gordon Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares troubleshooting squad to be... more

Castle Street, Beaumaris, Isle of Anglesey

This inn has played a pivotal role in the social life of Beaumaris for over 500 years. Located in the eaves of the oldest part of the building, the dining room couldn’t be... more

Eglwysfach, Machynlleth, Powys

A mix of 16th century, Georgian and Victorian (Queen Victoria slept here), this handsome, luxurious hotel has all the hallmarks of the escape from the world one could wish... more