Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in South Wales

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Updated 05 December 2024

Looking for the best special occasion restaurants 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!

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

Claire

Dined 6 days ago

Beautiful Sunday lunch with quality ingredients. This was our third visit and we have always had a lovely meal here.

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Butterflies Bar & Kitchen

4.8

4.8 (1394)

£25 and under

Steakhouse

Pontypool

About the restaurant

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

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chris

Dined 3 days ago

Excellent service, excellent food, great Christmas dinner and Christmas cocktails

The Gate Llanfrechfa

4.7

4.7 (2534)

£25 and under

Italian

Newport

About the restaurant

Family run Italian restaurant based in Llanfrechfa, Cwmbran.

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Libby

Dined 1 day ago

Visited The Gate this evening with my family for my brother birthday. We all really enjoyed our food, definitely quality and value for money! Staff were lovely and very welcoming. Overall great experience and would recommend to anyone!

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

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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Experience

Breakfast Set Menu

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The Ivy Cardiff Festive Afternoon Tea

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Boxing Day Brunch

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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Côte Brasserie - Cardiff Central

4.4

4.4 (90)

£25 and under

French

Cardiff

About the restaurant

Cote is inspired by the brasseries of Paris, serving authentic French dishes all day in our classically designed restaurants. We are committed to producing authentic French classics, freshly cooked to order, from the highest quality sourced ingredients.

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MichelleVIP

Dined 2 days ago

One of my favourite restaurants in Cardiff , if you are looking for a restaurant with fantastic food,amazing staff and great atmosphere this is the one . They have the most delicious food with plenty of choices, and extremely tempting cocktails.

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Experience

New Year's Eve Set Menu

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Festive three-course Set Menu

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

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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Experience

Festive Set Menu

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Five Course Taster Menu

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Seven Course Taster Menu

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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