Best restaurants near me in Pontypool, Wales

Price

££
£££
££££

Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

Top Rated

CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeaway only

Seating options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Award-winning

MICHELIN

Accessibility

Gender-neutral toiletWheelchair access

260 restaurants available nearby

How are Featured results ranked

A photo of The Ivy Asia, Cardiff restaurant

1. The Ivy Asia, Cardiff

4.5

Awesome(3263)

££££Price: Moderate

• Asian • Cardiff

Booked 82 times today

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 photo of Butterflies Bar & Kitchen restaurant

2. Butterflies Bar & Kitchen

4.9

Exceptional(1455)

££££Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Pontypool

Booked 18 times today

Multi-award winning restaurant situated in the heart of the World Heritage Town of Blaenavon. Originally built in 1832 as the Cross Keys Hotel we have been serving the locals of Blaenavon and beyond for almost 200 years. We are well known across South Wales for our award winning steaks and hearty portionsVoice awards - Best chef 2018Voice awards - Best Sunday lunch 2019Voice awards - Best steaks 2019Welsh hospitality awards - Best Welsh restaurant 2021Welsh restaurant awards - Best in South Wales 2023Best commercial garden - 9 consecutive years Best Restaurant in Wales 2024Current Finalist Best Restaurant in Wales 2025

A photo of The Gate Llanfrechfa restaurant

3. The Gate Llanfrechfa

4.7

Exceptional(2588)

££££Price: Moderate

• Italian • Newport

Booked 5 times today

Family run Italian restaurant based in Llanfrechfa, Cwmbran.Our extensive menu offer seafood options and steaks. We accommodate dishes for gluten free and vegetarian people.For health and safety reasons, we do not allow our customers to eat their own celebration cakes but you're still allowed to bring one with you and we will do anything to make your special day unforgettable.

4. The Ivy Cardiff

4.5

Awesome(14013)

££££Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Cardiff

Booked 130 times today

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

5. Gaucho - Cardiff

4.6

Exceptional(887)

££££Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Cardiff

Booked 42 times today

This Mother’s Day, treat your Mum to an unforgettable dining experience at Gaucho. Tuck into a traditional Sunday Roast with an Argentine twist, or dine from our delicious à la carte menu, accompanied by an extensive selection of wines from Argentina and beyond. 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.

A photo of The Rock and Fountain Inn restaurant

6. The Rock and Fountain Inn

4.7

Exceptional(1614)

££££Price: Moderate

• Pub • Newport

Booked 20 times today

Welcome to the Rock and FountainTraditional Country Pub serving Quality Home cooked Food

A photo of The Greyhound Inn and Hotel restaurant

7. The Greyhound Inn and Hotel

new

4.7

Exceptional(30)

££££Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Usk

Booked 11 times today

Natalie and her team of chefs pride themselves on the taste and quality of the food from our kitchens. We use fresh, local ingredients whenever possible, offering an extensive variety of meals and snacks. See our seasonal menu.It's good, honest, home-cooked, traditional fare of the kind most of us love to eat but that's now so often missing from the menus of many fancy restaurants.For your special occasions or get togethers you can book exclusive use of our separate Dining Room where we can accommodate up to 30 people for a sit-down meal.Dogs are allowed in our top bar so you are able to enjoy a meal and a drink or two with your pet. You can also sit outside in our beautiful garden anytime of the year, we have plenty of outdoor seating with patio heaters.

8. The Brook Bistro

4.8

Exceptional(823)

££££Price: Moderate

• Modern European • Cardiff

Booked 21 times today

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 .

9. The Goldcroft

4.4

Awesome(60)

££££Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Newport

Booked 11 times today

Welcome to the Goldcroft pub, situated in the wonderful village of Caerleon, that sits on the banks of the River Usk. We have an extensive food menu and we serve 7 days a week. We are dog friendly and have a wonderful sun trap beer garden for you to enjoy. We look forward to welcoming you.

10. Janet's

4.8

Exceptional(795)

££££Price: Expensive

• Chinese • Pontypridd

Booked 19 times today

Janet's Pontypridd is a premier and authentic Restaurant that has been proudly serving the Pontypridd area since 2019. Since then, our mission has been to provide high-quality food for all those that wish to combine fun and enjoyable ambiance with skilful cooking into one extraordinary dining experience. We are committed to putting Pontypridd on the map as a food destination.

Dining near Pontypool, Wales at a glance

Updated on 13/03/2025

Crown and Sceptre

4.9

View restaurant

Discover local gems

Exceptional reviews

Search top-rated restaurants

British

Search British restaurants

Average check amount

£25 and under

Search in this price range

See what locals rave about

From verified diners like you

A
Allison
London •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Service was great and our waitress Cammy was very attentive and welcoming. Food was excellent and well presented - the steak was fabulous and nicely seasoned. All staff we interacted with were friendly and the restaurant has decent space between the tables so you’re able to enjoy your meal without worrying about moving around or getting out - with limited mobility it takes a while to get moving and in some restaurants you feel that you need to get out quickly so as not to disturb other diners. This is not the the case here and that is appreciated.
More info
Gaucho - CardiffPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Cardiff
•
4.6
J
Jonathan
South Wales •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Booked for an Afternoon tea for a special occasion... Afternoon tea at the Ivy Cardiff is an event or a spectacle. I think calling it anything else is underselling it. The scones were sublime, the tea as always was exceptional, the sandwiches were light yet filling. The cream cupcakes and the chocolate Bombe are just exceptional. Service was spectacular as always. Truly wonderful experience. Will be going again in the very near future! Superb!
More info
The Ivy CardiffPrice: Expensive• Contemporary British• Cardiff
•
4.5
H
Helen
South Wales •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Amazing lunch and the staff were fantastic! Thank you so much for a lovely afternoon and being so great with a little toddler too 💕 recommend!
More info
The Ivy Asia, CardiffPrice: Moderate• Asian• Cardiff
•
4.5
C
clyde
South Wales •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Nice surroundings, good service, nice meal and good value.
More info
The Gate LlanfrechfaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Newport
•
4.7
IB
IanB
Liverpool/Merseyside •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 27 Feb 2025
Took my stepdad for his 84 birthday and food was lovely and staff excellent. Especially want to mention Ethan who served us. Great personality and good with customers young and old! He is an asset to your business.
More info
Butterflies Bar & KitchenPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Pontypool
•
4.9

Frequently asked questions

Here are the most popular cuisines: Contemporary British, British, Asian, Steakhouse, French and many more.

There are 43 restaurants on OpenTable in South Wales.

Yes, we partner with a third party to retrieve menu information for restaurants near you.

Explore OpenTable

Nearby
Open now

Restaurants nearby

Open near me

Best restaurants near me in Pontypool, Wales

Price

Cuisine

Top Rated

Dining Options

Seating options

Award-winning

Accessibility

260 restaurants available nearby

1. The Ivy Asia, Cardiff

2. Butterflies Bar & Kitchen

3. The Gate Llanfrechfa

4. The Ivy Cardiff

5. Gaucho - Cardiff

6. The Rock and Fountain Inn

7. The Greyhound Inn and Hotel

8. The Brook Bistro

9. The Goldcroft

10. Janet's

Dining near Pontypool, Wales at a glance

Crown and Sceptre

British

See what locals rave about

Frequently asked questions

What cuisines are available near me in South Wales?

How many restaurants are on OpenTable in South Wales?

Can I see menu information for restaurants?

Explore OpenTable