Discover The Hidden Gems Of Cardiff’s Food And Drink Scene

Wales has always been known as a great place with quality food ingredients – meat, seafood and dairy produce. The people of Cardiff are now ditching the chain restaurants and dining on salivating street food, decadent dinners and more moreish mouthfuls than you can dream of. Cardiff food and drink is awesome!

Cardiff is a foodies delight. Even if you are vegan or gluten-free, there is plenty of choice. You will soon realise why Cardiff should be considered one of the brightest and best cities for food. From the quality of the produce to the level of cooking, at both the casual and the high end, Cardiff is staking a serious claim to being one of the most exciting places to eat in the UK.

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Places to Eat in Cardiff

Everywhere you can get Bottomless Brunch in Cardiff

An extensive list of all of the bottomless brunch in Cardiff and bottomless afternoon tea in Cardiff.

 

Best places for a dinner date in Cardiff

Best places for a dinner date in Cardiff

Someone new you looking to impress on a first date or a partner you want to treat. Make an impression and bag some brownie points.

Places to eat in Whitchurch Cardiff - Villaggio Pizzeria

Places to eat and drink in Whitchurch, Cardiff

For such a small village, Whitchurch has many quality places to eat. Some of the best Cardiff restaurants are located here.

Steak restaurants in Cardiff

All of the steak restaurants in Cardiff

Most restaurants will offer steak on the menu. However, steak restaurants have made grilling an artform. 

Everywhere you can get afternoon tea in Cardiff

Everywhere you can get afternoon tea in Cardiff

There are over 40 different places around Cardiff where you can get an afternoon tea – which is exciting. 

Vegan Restaurants Cardiff

Exciting vegan restaurants in Cardiff

If you’re looking for vegan, plant-based or vegetarian restaurants in Cardiff, luckily, you’ll be spoilt for choice.

Dog friendly pubs in Cardiff

Did you know that there are over 60 pubs in Cardiff that you can visit with your dog? I’ve even split it out by area…

Thai Restaurant Cardiff

Thai Restaurants in Cardiff

Did you know that Cardiff has so many Thai restaurants? Here are all of the restaurants and street food vendors.

Welsh food in Cardiff - Mussells

Welsh food in Cardiff

From a mouth-watering lamb cawl to a Welsh-inspired pizza, Cardiff is overflowing with authentic dishes.

Japanese Restaurants in Cardiff

Japanese Restaurants in Cardiff

There’s nothing more satisfying than sushi for lunch or a bowl of filling rice or noodle dish for dinner. 

Caribbean Restaurants in Cardiff

Caribbean Restaurants in Cardiff

With such a diverse community, there are some incredible places to eat Caribbean food in Cardiff.

Places to eat in Llandaff (& Llandaff North)

Llandaff is located north of Cardiff. There are plenty of places to eat; cosy cafes, pubs, and restaurants. 

dog friendly restaurants in cardiff

Dog friendly restaurants in Cardiff

Some of the best places in Cardiff to eat and drink allow you to bring your four-legged best friend too.

Chinese restaurants in Cardiff stir fry noodles in bowl

Chinese Restaurants in Cardiff

There are plenty of Chinese restaurants in Cardiff where you can eat your favourite dishes in.

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Street food in Cardiff

Street food is bigger than ever before, providing flavours of the world. Eat in or takeaway; here are some of my favourite street eats.

Burger Restaurants in Cardiff - Hubbox in Cardiff Bay

Burger restaurants in Cardiff

Beef, chicken, fish or vegan, and a whole host of toppings. Is there anything better than a juicy burger?

Michelin Restaurants in Cardiff. Thomas by Tom Simmons

The Best Michelin Restaurants in Cardiff

If you’re a foodie looking for a new dining experience, check out the Michelin-starred restaurants in Cardiff.

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The Halal Restaurants in Cardiff

Cardiff’s halal dining scene is a collection of eateries and a celebration of diverse cultures. 


Cardiff Restaurant Reviews

£10 Lobster at Neighbourhood

Seafood heaven at Neighourhood Kitchen & Cocktails at their regularly changing street food kitchen.

Turkish Breakfast at The Sultan

From picky plates to Mediterranean eggs, you’ll start the morning the right way at The Sultan in Cardiff Bay.

Bottomless Brunch at Slug and Lettuce

That magical meal blends the best of breakfast and lunch with unlimited drinks!

Sample the Best of Tukka Tuk Canteen

An enticing array of flavours that promise to transport you to the vibrant streets of Kerala.

Bottomless Brunch at Brook Bistro

Does Brook Bistro have what it takes to be one of the best bottomless brunch in Cardiff?

Burgers at Ansh Cymru

If you’re a burger lover, make sure you visit Ansh Cardiff. From the moment you step through the doors, there’s an inviting aroma of sizzling burgers.

Bottomless brunch at Philharmonic in Cardiff

Bottomless Brunch at The Philharmonic

Cardiff’s most iconic venue serves not one but two bottomless brunches daily. Here’s what I thought:

Sunday Lunch at Gwaelod y Garth. Sunday lunch in Cardiff

Sunday Lunch at Gwaelod y Garth

Weekends are made for Sunday lunch. Treat your tastebuds and have Sunday Lunch at Gwaelod y Garth. 

Brother Thai should be your go-to restaurant

Love street food but hate standing up? You’ll leave satisfied and with your tastebuds popping.

Cicchetti Radyr

Love pizza and pasta? Cicchetti Cardiff menu celebrates Italian cuisine that promises something for everyone.

Ivy Asia Cardiff

The Ivy Asia Cardiff’s Samurai Set Dinner Menu is an absolute treat for your Instagram feed!

Sushi Life Whitchurch

This delightful Japanese restaurant in Cardiff offers delectable dishes from sushi to ramen and katsu curries.

Vivo Amigo Cardiff

Eat out at Vivo Amigo Cardiff

A fusion Indian Mexican restaurant is known for its bold flavours and quality ingredients.

Hotpot Spot Cardiff

Social Dining at Hotpot Spot Cardiff

Come together around a simmering pot with various raw ingredients, sliced thinly for quick cooking.

Maison de Beouf cardiff french onion soup

French-inspired dinner at Maison de Boeuf

Maison de Boeuf is a restaurant in Cardiff that has been labelled the most romantic. Try the Prix Fixe menu.

Browns Cardiff Bottomless Brunch

With two options for bottomless brunch, choose Prosecco, cocktails or Champagne alongside food.

The Ivy Cardiff 1917 Classic Menu

Step back in time to the era of jazz and flapper dresses and when The Ivy’s Classic Menu was the talk of the town.

Brews & Pizza at Zerodegrees Cardiff

Zerodegrees in Cardiff offers something different. With an on-site brewery, there are wood-fired pizzas.

Afternoon Tea at Sea with Cardiff Cruises

Savour on delectable treats while admiring the stunning views of Cardiff Bay. Navigate the waters whilst eating.

Dirty Burgers at Eat The Bird in Cardiff

Who says you can’t have your wings and eat them too? Here’s all you need to know before you visit.

Coconut Tree Cardiff

Curry & Cocktails: Dining at The Coconut Tree

Offering a diverse menu ranging from curry to cocktails is a unique experience for your taste buds.

Cardiff food and drink Food in Hubbox Cardiff

Hubbox has arrived in Cardiff

A little bit of Cornwall in Cardiff, with decent burgers, mac and cheese, dirty fries, and pimped lemonade.

Cardiff food and drink bottomless brunch at revs de cuba cardiff

Bottomless Brunch at Revs de Cuba Cardiff

Spanish, Mexican and South American brunch dishes with copious amounts of bottomless alcohol.

Lezzet Cardiff Mixed cold mezze plate

Lezzet Turkish Restaurant in Cardiff

If you are searching for authentic Turkish cuisine and Mediterranean flavours, check out Lezzet restaurant. 

Cardiff food and drink Afternoon Tea at The Ivy Cardiff

Afternoon Tea at The Ivy Cardiff

Sandwiches, scones with clotted cream and jam, and cakes served with a pot of tea – what could be better?

Cardiff food and drink Bottomless Brunch The Stable Cardiff

Bottomless Brunch at The Stable Cardiff

Don’t want a dainty dinner and bubbles? At Stable Cardiff, you get pizza, pudding and pints.

Wahaca Cardiff Menu Wahaca Review. Work with me

Wahaca Mexican food in Cardiff

Proving tacos aren’t just for Tuesdays, the street food restaurant is open 7 days a week. See what’s on the menu:

Festive Dinner at Future Inn Cardiff

Festive Dinner at Thomas Restaurant

Turkey, tinsel and Christmas crackers. Homemade traditional food at the most wonderful time of year.

Welsh food in Cardiff Welsh Rarebit at Juniper Lounge

A Brief History of Welsh Rarebit

Welsh rarebit or caws pobi in Welsh is a simple dish but it has a rich history and legends.

Afternoon Tea at Future Inn Cardiff

When it comes to indulging in a finger sandwich or scone, Cardiff has a wide selection.

A-head of the Game in Whitchurch

The Whitchurch café is where it’s at for grabbing a high-protein brunch, lunch, meal prep or post-gym protein shake. 

Crawfish Boil at Neighbourhood

Prawns, crawfish, sausage and buttery spice, dumped straight onto newspaper-covered tables.


Best Bars in Cardiff

Whether looking for an after-work drink with colleagues, a boy’s or girls’ night out surrounded by cocktails, or a date night spot, you’re always close to a bar, restaurant or pub. Cardiff has a notoriety for its nightlife and legendary bar scene. 

Quiz night in Cardiff

Quiz Nights in Cardiff

If you want to stretch your mind muscles or do something with your friends, here are the quiz nights in Cardiff.

Flight Club Cardiff

Food, drinks, social darts and fun! There are plenty of reasons to visit Flight Club, including the huge rooftop bar.

Golf Fang Cardiff Claw

Golf Fang Cardiff

Quite simply, the venue is insane! Expect mini golf with cocktails, live DJs, neon lights, and graffiti street art. 

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NQ64 Cardiff’s Arcade Bar

NQ64 is in the city centre. Filled with retro arcade games, free consoles, glow-in-the-dark paint and cocktails.

Rooftop Bars in Cardiff

Rooftop bars in Cardiff

There’s something about enjoying a drink outside, with a view that gets you in the mood for summer.

Live music in Cardiff

Live music in Cardiff

You can listen to live music in Cardiff tonight! Every day in Cardiff, you can experience live bands or acoustic acts.

Wetherspoons in Cardiff

All of the Wetherspoons in Cardiff

You’ll be spoilt for choice, as there are 8 Wetherspoons in Cardiff. Your nearest pub is not that far away.

Everything you need to know about Tonight Josephine Cardiff

Tonight Josephine Cardiff’s cocktail bar

Everything you need to know about Tonight Josephine in Cardiff – the brand new girl power cocktail bar.

Cocktail bars in Cardiff

All of the cocktail bars in Cardiff

Neon dens, Instagram-worthy décor and even elusive speakeasies. Find out where you can get 2-4-1 cocktails.

Booze and Ball games at Roxy Lanes Cardiff

Here, you can play American pool, arcade games, basketball, beer pong, shuffleboard, bowling and more!

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Play at the Board Game Cafes in Cardiff

Board game cafes offer a unique blend of social interaction, delicious food, and a vast array of tabletop games.


Places to Eat near Cardiff

Cardiff is an exciting place to eat, but so are the surrounding areas. These include Caerphilly, Pontypridd, Llantrisant, Newport, Cowbridge, Barry, Penarth and Bridgend.

Everywhere you can get Afternoon Tea in Caerphilly - Bryn Meadows

Afternoon Tea in Caerphilly

There are so many places where you can eat afternoon tea, sandwiches, scones and cakes in Caerphilly.

Everywhere you can get Afternoon Tea in Pontypridd

Afternoon Tea in Pontypridd

Sandwiches, scones, cakes and pots of Here’s everywhere you can get afternoon tea in Pontypridd.

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Afternoon Tea in Bridgend

Country landscapes, the sea, or the quaint streets of the town centre, enjoy afternoon tea in Bridgend.

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Bottomless Brunch in Newport

Newport offers a perfect blend of delicious food, refreshing drinks, and a lively atmosphere.

Bottomless Brunch in Pontypridd

Everywhere in Pontypridd where you can eat and enjoy unlimited drinks, including Prosecco and cocktails.

Bottomless Brunch in Bridgend

Bottomless Brunch in Bridgend

Food plus free-flowing Prosecco, or other drinks, from 90 minutes to 2 hours in these Bridgend restaurants.

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Dog Friendly Afternoon Tea Spots in South Wales

Whether you prefer a countryside retreat or an urban café, you and your canine companion will find the perfect relaxing place.

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Bottomless Brunch in Caerphilly

Offering the perfect blend of delicious food, refreshing drinks, and a lively atmosphere, Caerphilly knows how to do it right!

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Celebrate Beaujolais Day in Swansea

Let’s raise our glasses and join together in the city to celebrate Beaujolais Day in Swansea: delicious food and wine and plenty of fun.


FREE Visit Cardiff Checklist & Guide

Get your FREE Visiting Cardiff Checklist and Guide with over 25 pages full of travel tips, how to get around, places to visit, food and drink, shopping, parks and green spaces, some Welsh phrases and a travel itinerary.


Cardiff Food Events

Beaujolais Day in Cardiff

Beaujolais Day in Cardiff

One of the most exciting dates in the events calendar is Beaujolais Day in Cardiff. Here’s a list of everywhere you can book to go.

Christmas in Cardiff - Cardiff Christmas Market

Christmas in Cardiff

Enjoy festive treats and street food at some of Cardiff’s most exciting Christmas events. Plus, afternoon tea, dinner and Christmas parties.

Loving Welsh Food Tour

Explore the city’s culinary delights and get a taste of Welsh culture, learning about local flavours. It’s food you will remember!

Christmas in July

Festive food, fizz and fun, in the middle of summer. Expect nightclub vibes and turkey with all the trimmings.

BITE Cardiff Food Festival

Over 50 food vendors serving 1 dish each, the annual festival is a foodies paradise with a difference.

Foodies Festival in Cardiff

Whether you’re keen to try new street food traders, pick up some cooking tips or enjoy the entertainment, this festival promises to be a fun feast.

Food Festivals in South Wales

South Wales is bringing the flavour with an epic lineup of food festivals guaranteed to excite your taste buds.


Get 50% off food in Cardiff

If you love food and drink, do you have a Tastecard? It’s a membership card that offers 25% off the food bill or 2-for-1 meals for the price of one at over six thousand participating restaurants across the UK. It’s a great way to save money and enjoy a variety of dining experiences. Get a 60-day free trial here:


Elsewhere…

Cardiff Bay at Sunset Pierhead Building

Places to visit in Cardiff

There are so many tourist attractions, to suit all tastes. From historic castles, green spaces, the waterfront and even a beach.

History, myths and legends

Sink your teeth into the country’s diverse history, myths and legends, discover some fascinating parts of this ancient city.

Roath park lake

Elsewhere in Wales

Wales has a distinctive culture, including its own language, customs, politics, history, and distinctive traditions.


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