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Diners' Choice: Great for creative cocktails restaurants in South Wales

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Updated 05 December 2024

Looking for the best handcrafted cocktails in South Wales? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


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Silures
4.9
4.9 (362)
£26 to £40
Modern European
Cardiff
About the restaurant
Whilst Silures is firmly rooted in Wales, benefiting from the abundance of local produce available, the all-day dining menu is inspired by the broadness and endless possibilities of Modern European cuisine.

The all-day dining menu is available from day to night, with Sunday Roast showcasing on the weekends. The bar is a bustling and non-stop space, open to all and featuring a range of crafted cocktails, draught beer and bespoke bar snacks.

Born in Roath, Cardiff, Silures is an integral part of the community not only by creating an accessible but premium offering, but by championing environmental sustainability, local supply lines and ethical practices.
Top review
Fran
Dined 6 days ago
A fantastic experience. Our first visit and we’ll be back. The service was friendly, professional and attentive without ever being intrusive. The food was delicious (we had the Sunday set menu) and plenty of it, we came away feeling like we’d had a real treat.
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The Brook Bistro
4.8
4.8 (757)
£25 and under
Modern European
Cardiff
About the restaurant
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 .
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Ann
Dined 2 days ago
Fabulous set lunch with plenty of choice. Reasonably priced. Beautifully presented. A lovely, cosy restaurant with excellent staff. Very personable. A very well run restaurant.
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Harry's Restaurant & Wine Bar
4.7
4.7 (204)
£25 and under
Contemporary British
Cowbridge
About the restaurant
Coming Soon!
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Scott
Dined on 12 Dec 2024
Food was incredible. Service exceptional. Highly recommend
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Tickled Trout Newport
4.6
4.6 (171)
£25 and under
Tapas / Small Plates
Newport
About the restaurant
Welcome to Tickled Trout we look forward to serving you.
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Madison
Dined on 7 Dec 2024
Amazing, this has slowly become one of my favourite places. Food is great, staff are really friendly and the atmosphere is really nice.
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The Ivy Cardiff
4.5
4.5 (13967)
£26 to £40
Contemporary British
Cardiff
About the restaurant
The restaurant is situated across two floors with a large bar prominent on both floors, and beautiful private dining room on the first floor.
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Stephen
Dined 5 days ago
Lovely breakfast with excellent service and a lovely ambiance
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The Ivy Asia, Cardiff
4.5
4.5 (3127)
£25 and under
Asian
Cardiff
About the restaurant
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.
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Louise
Dined 4 days ago
absolutely love Ivy Asia, feels like such a treat. ambiance is so lovely and food amazing! already can't wait until the next visit!
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Gaucho - Cardiff
4.5
4.5 (842)
£26 to £40
Steakhouse
Cardiff
About the restaurant
Join us this December at Gaucho, where we’ll be serving up festive dishes and drinks with an Argentinian twist, perfect for corporate celebrations, Christmas parties and family gatherings!

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.

For those seeking the perfect space to host an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, the top floor offers a stunning backdrop. Two exclusive private dining rooms provide an intimate, refined setting for smaller occasions, while the expansive dining area can accommodate groups of any size. For a truly personalized experience, you can even hire the entire top floor, ensuring your event is as distinctive and memorable as you envision.

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Michelle
Dined 3 days ago
Really lovely. Great service and food! Highly recommend and will visit again!
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Aura
4.4
4.4 (32)
£26 to £40
Contemporary British
Cardiff
About the restaurant
Aura is the newest addition to Cardiff's restaurant scene.
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Carol
Dined 4 days ago
We booked for lunch but had looked at the website and were disappointed as the Al carte menu wasn’t available
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Terra Mare
4.4
4.4 (39)
£26 to £40
Contemporary Italian
Cardiff
About the restaurant
Terra Mare is a contemporary Italian restaurant & bar, inspired by Puglia. Located on High Street and brought to you by the team behind Silures Restaurant, Terra Mare is an authentic Italian dining experience, bringing the heart and soul of Italy right to your table.

Inspired by the vibrant flavours and time-honoured traditions of Puglia, our menu is a true journey through the classic Italian way of dining. From cicchetti (small snacks) to antipasti, primi piatti, secondi piatti, and finally dolce (desserts), Terra Mare invites you to savour each moment, every bite, and every sip. Whether you’re indulging in a few plates or a full seven-course feast, our flexible menu is designed to cater to your unique dining desires.

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Louisa
Dined 2 days ago
We had a lovely time here. Had the Christmas set menu which was good value and great food. Decent size portions. The staff were friendly and attentive without being too overly formal. Drinks seemed quite expensive however that’s the same everywhere! Wine was delicious.
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Bill's Restaurant & Bar - Cardiff Bay
4.2
4.2 (1585)
£25 and under
Contemporary British
Cardiff
About the restaurant
Old building with colourful interiors you wish you had in your house but aren’t quite brave enough for? Check and check. We’ve brought the classic Bill’s formula to Cardiff’s Mermaid Bay. Find us in the Pilotage Building, just follow your nose and the sound of clinking glasses.
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Humphrey
Dined on 20 Nov 2024
First class service and food was excellent. Highly recommend.
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