4 Best Restaurants in Wales

This contemporary hotel restaurant certainly lives up to its name (which is Welsh for "taste") as the dishes are some of the best you’ll find in Wales. Head chef Sam Owen and his team were awarded three AA Rosettes in 2022 for their creative use of local, seasonal  produce, which could include the likes of crab caught in nearby Solva or lamb from a local farm. Despite the hotel’s spectacular coastal setting, there are unfortunately no views, but the food, cocktails, wine, and professional service more than make up for it. Reservations are recommended.

Flickering candles, open fireplaces, exposed stone walls, and top-notch locally sourced food are hallmarks of this restaurant and bar, which dates back to the 10th century. The menu contains a selection of Welsh-reared steaks and other meat dishes, but outstanding seafood is the real specialty—try the pan-fried sea bass or seafood linguini. The romantic setting is as much of a draw as the food. Check out the huge stone Flemish chimney.

Although Cardiff doesn't boast any Michelin-starred restaurants, there is a slew of fine-dining eateries and this is one of the best. Inspired by the wonderful produce from his native western Wales, head chef Tom Simmons creates exquisite French-influenced dishes like lamb cannon with black garlic and beef tartare with truffle. The stylish restaurant, which resembles a gentleman's club crossed with a brasserie, is located in the fashionable suburb of Pontcanna, a 10-minute drive from the city center.

Vaulted ceilings and exposed brick walls provide a dramatic backdrop to this restaurant down the block from Cardiff Castle. Formerly a bank vault, today the Potted Pig turns out superb Welsh dishes. Starters like pork pâté with toast and pickles and a choice of delicious desserts keep diners happy. Servers are warm, attentive, and knowledgeable about the impressive wine list; you can also opt for one of the 30 gins.