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Butterflies Bar & Kitchen, Pontypool, Gwent

Butterflies Bar & Kitchen

4.8
4.8
1382 Reviews
£25 and under
Steakhouse

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2 people
19:00
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
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 portions

Voice awards - Best chef 2018
Voice awards - Best Sunday lunch 2019
Voice awards - Best steaks 2019
Welsh hospitality awards - Best Welsh restaurant 2021
Welsh restaurant awards - Best in South Wales 2023
Best commercial garden - 9 consecutive years

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Gastro Pub, British
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Sun 12:30–16:00 Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    01495 791044
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Dayne Watkins
  • Area
    Pontypool
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Kosher, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,382 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • South Wales

    Best Overall

  • South Wales

    Best Food

  • South Wales

    Best Service

  • South Wales

    Best Ambience

  • South Wales

    Best Value

  • South Wales

    Hot spot

  • South Wales

    Neighbourhood gem

  • South Wales

    Romantic

  • South Wales

    Good for special occasions

  • South Wales

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Butterflies Bar & Kitchen is renowned for its "outstanding" Sunday lunch and "excellent" service. Guests rave about the "best steak" and generous portions, though some suggest smaller servings. The venue boasts a charming atmosphere, and while a long wait is typical, the delicious dishes and friendly staff make it "well worth the wait."

1,382 Reviews
  1. Lynne

    South Wales

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic meal again. Service is quick and attentive. Would highly recommend to anyone who hasn’t tried it yet. Had a last minute booking as it was out 4th visit never disappoints Well done to all at Butterflies

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  2. Sara

    South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible food, truly amazing chef we refuse to eat steak anywhere else as nothing comes close. This is absolutely our go to place, it never disappoints.

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  3. Laura

    South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolute gem. Amazing food & outstanding, friendly service.

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  4. Wendy

    South Wales

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another amazing experience. The food was top quality fresh tasty and cooked to perfection. The staff were. Faultless and made sure we had the best service. Cannot wait to go back again

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  5. Karl

    South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous once again for a little family get together. Food was fabulous … Me and my son attempted the butchers block together but it defeated us the lamb chops , chicken gammon and sausages were beautiful , there was a very large rump steak and personally I would have been prepared to have paid a bit more for a smaller sirloin as it is a leaner cut and the pork chops were ok. My wife had the steak and ale pie which was fab and the chicken gyros pitta to start which was beautiful. Amazing quality food , service second to none and a great atmosphere 10/10.

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  6. Jo

    South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great atmosphere, great service. Will definitely be returning .

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  7. Gavin

    South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Omg where do I start?! Staff on welcoming were amazing, seated promptly on arrival and not felt rushed. Menu was unbelievable so chose the sharing steak with festive loaded fries and loaded onion rings as our 2 sides I think was nearly enough on its own as the portion sizes were AMAZING. Staff throughout our dining experience were helpful and a delight to deal with all the throughout the evening dining. Would defo dine with them again and reccomend to everybody. Well done butterflies you have that place spot on couldn't ask for better!!

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  8. Kirsty

    South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing service and meal. Partner commented the best steak he’s ever eaten. We’re both excited to go back for our Sunday lunch booking in Feb!

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  9. aron

    South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely cosy restaurant beautiful food Fast service and the staff was helpful especially Billie

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  10. craig

    South Wales

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 21 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great food, we came for a joint birthday and went away very happy with no room to try puddings. Thanks again for enjoyable experence.

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19:00
Google Map for Butterflies Bar & Kitchen

31/33 Queen Street, Pontypool, Gwent NP4 9PN

Additional information

  • Area
    Pontypool
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Sun 12:30–16:00 Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–21:00
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Gastro Pub, British
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Dayne Watkins
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Kosher, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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