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Butterflies Bar & Kitchen, Pontypool, Gwent

Butterflies Bar & Kitchen

4.9
4.9
1479 Reviews
£25 and under
Steakhouse
31/33 Queen Street, Pontypool, Gwent NP4 9PN

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2 people
19:00
Booked 18 times today
  • 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
Best Restaurant in Wales 2024
Current Finalist Best Restaurant in Wales 2025

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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
  • 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 1,479 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

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 offers an unforgettable dining experience with "outstanding food" and "super friendly staff." It's a popular spot, often requiring advance reservations. The menu caters to diverse dietary needs, and portion sizes are generous. Expect a cozy atmosphere and "amazing" dishes like steak and Sunday roast. Highly recommended!
1,479 Reviews
  1. Anthony

    South Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
     Been three four times can’t fault the food staff are very helpful friendly excellent food back again next month  highly recommended can’t wait to go back

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  2. Emma

    South Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 30 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic experience all round, delicious food, ample portions, not rushed, friendly helpful staff. Outstanding

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  3. Justine VIP

    South Wales4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 30 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Been here several times & each time does not disappoint! Came for Mothers Day & the food was stunning - the lamb roast dinner is just simply divine, so tender it literally melts! The staff are just so friendly & cannot do enough for you. Highly, highly recommend!

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  4. Meng

    South Wales2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 29 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have had yet another amazing experience at BBK, where we ordered the surf and turf steak experience, and it was absolutely perfect. The chef went above and beyond when they ran out of fillet, offering us a T-bone steak instead. I was a bit hesitant at first, but the T-bone was cooked to perfection—tender, juicy, and full of flavor. Paired with the succulent lobster tail, it was a match made in heaven. The seasoning was spot on, and the entire dish was a delightful balance of flavors. The service was impeccable, and the staff was incredibly accommodating, making the whole experience feel special. We’ll definitely be returning for another round of this delicious surf and turf!

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  5. Paula

    Cornwall5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous food, great service, we were a party of 6 and all highly recommend .

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  6. Carolyn

    South Wales8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a hidden gem! Understandable why they have such long waiting lists - the ambience was outstanding, such a cost and pretty place. It was fairly expensive but worth it. Service was exceptional, with very friendly staff. The food was first class - we had the steak and seafood experience which was worth every penny! The steak was the best we have had! And the cockle popcorn was out of this world. Can’t wait to go back.

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  7. Haydn

    South Wales2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 27 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’ve been to Butterflies before and thoroughly enjoyed my time. However, this time around, I was completely blown away. The quality of the food is just exceptional, the service is probably the best I’ve ever witnessed and the overall ambience is just spot on, cosy with just enough buzz. This time around I went for an early Mothers Day meal. It was just my mum and I and we shared a chateubriand, medium rare, with sides of onion rings and beef loaded fries. The steak was probably the best I’ve ever had, and that included dedicated steakhouses like Pasture in Cardiff. Then the sides were just out of this world. They were huge, decadent and would easily pass as their own mains in a lot of places. The value was outstanding when you factor this in. Overall, I’ll be back, multiple times in the future. It’s easily the best restaurant in Torfaen county.

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  8. Olwen

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 26 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time for us to dine here. I had the salmon and my husband and our friends had a steak. The food was outstanding and so was the service. The big platters are huge so I wouldn’t be having a starter with it. We definitely recommend and will definitely return. Parking is difficult in the street but there is a car park at the bottom with plenty of room and a very short walk

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  9. Sarah

    South Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 26 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing and the taste was delicious. Very friendly staff and quick service. Will definitely be going back.

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  10. Kristy

    South Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 23 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely amazing Sunday lunch. Very reasonable prices and excellent customer service.

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Butterflies Bar & Kitchen is rated 4.9 stars by 1479 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 18 times today
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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