Cardiff
Leather-backed chairs and mint and mustard decor are the sleek setting for a toothsome insight into the wonderful cuisine of the southern Indian state of…
Must-see restaurants in Cardiff
Cardiff
The best value authentic curry house in Cardiff just so happens to be meat-free too. With North Indian, South Indian and Oriental cuisine, the choice is…
Cardiff
Trailblazing a path for 'nouvelle Indian' cuisine, chef and author Anand George adds his own twist to dishes from all over the subcontinent – from Kashmir…
Cardiff
Just two minutes from chain restaurants and cultural venues is this understatedly stylish coffee shop. Owned by a friendly Greek couple who adore…
Cardiff
Wales' first liquid nitrogen ice cream parlour offers a delicious and entertaining experience, as you watch clouds of nitrogen being whipped into…
Cardiff
This Danish bakery and coffee shop on a street corner in Canton is Cardiff's 'hygge' centre. With dark-wood-clad walls, soft lighting and the smell of…
Cardiff
This cool cafe, a series of rooms at the entrance to one of Cardiff's Victorian arcades, is good for coffee, indulgent pancake stacks, daily soups and…
Cardiff
Cuppas and cakes are served on delicate china at this atmospheric little tearoom within the crenellated confines of Bute Park's 1863 gatehouse. Cucumber…
Cardiff
One of Cardiff's best delicatessens, with a wide range of charcuterie and French and Welsh cheese, the Madame also has a cafe with tables spilling into…
Cardiff
This family-run Portuguese bakery is famed for its pastel de nata – rich custard tarts with crisp pastry – but also serves freshly baked rolls, sourdough…
Cardiff
At the edge of the city's bustling student area, this cosy bakery and coffee shop is known for producing freshly baked sourdough, which you can indulge in…
Cardiff
What looks like an unassuming wooden stall is actually a treasure trove of vegetarian and vegan takeaway food, dairy-free sweet treats and pretty much…
Cardiff
Wales' first 100% vegan restaurant, Anna-Loka offers cooked breakfasts, wholefood bowls, wraps, Sunday dinner, seitan burgers and desserts. Prices are…
Cardiff
Eclectica (banknotes, receipts from famous restaurants etc) covers the walls of this cosy neighbourhood bistro, a quirky setting for high-quality cooking…
Cardiff
Once you're lured through the door by the delicious garlicky scents wafting out of the wood-fired oven, you'll want to linger in this little slice of la…
Cardiff
With roses on the wallpaper and pastel bunting strung across the ceiling, this 'coffee house and cakery' has gone for the full nanna-chic look in its…
Cardiff
The best outlet from this small South Wales coffee shop chain juts out over the waters of Cardiff Bay, giving stunning views of Mermaid Quay, Penarth and…
Cardiff
Rather than offering generic Italian dishes or the specialities of just one region, this little charmer offers a selection of authentic regional dishes…
Cardiff
On a sunny day, this Welsh ice cream cafe is the busiest place in Cardiff Bay. Customers queue along the boardwalk to choose from over 20 flavours of ice…
Cardiff
This is an excellent, no-frills American-style lunch stop. Massive hoagies (filled foot-long rolls) are a trademark, as is leaving with chilli sauce down…
Cardiff
The ambience is rather stuffy, but the menu at this private club is anything but conservative – subtle international flavours meet classic European…
Cardiff
This quaint cafe sits above the largest deli in the city. Head to the patisserie counter for Viennese cakes such as sachertorte (a chocolate cake with…
Cardiff
Colourful glass lamps and Bollywood posters set the scene for this zippy little eatery specialising in Indian street food. It doesn't take bookings and it…
Cardiff
The bright lighting and cheap napkins take a little of the shine off, but this otherwise smart restaurant (the name means 'Special') does a good line in…
Cardiff
It may look humble, but this little eatery has a reputation for cheap and cheerful, simple Italian food. The menu has a good vegetarian selection,…
Cardiff
A spin-off by Chapter Arts Centre in Canton, this self-proclaimed 'culture cafe' offers tasty homemade food using local quality ingredients and a space to…
Cardiff
With requisite mismatched and recycled furniture, this hipsterish corner cafe serves craft beer into the early evening. Food is limited to the likes of…
Cardiff
Overlooking the Senedd from the glassed-in end of the Millennium Centre, Ffresh has the Welshiest of settings and a menu to match. Local, seasonal produce…
Cardiff
Tucked down an alleyway in Pontcanna, Lufkin is a hidden gem. It's a small, slow coffee shop that takes time to make customers superb cups of coffee using…
Cardiff
There's a grounding Goan influence to this atypical Indian restaurant, but the kitchen shoots off on tangents such as 'Willy Wonka and the Spice Factory':…
Cardiff
Within the factory-like setting of an art nouveau garage, this microbrewery and restaurant combines all-day dining with artisan-crafted beers. The…
Cardiff
This fairly large tapas bar – one of three branches of a Welsh mini-chain – has lots of charcuterie options, seafood, cheese and hand-carved jamón (ham)…
Cardiff
A kooky-chic haven for the city's vegerati, Milgi serves a seasonally influenced menu of meat-free salads, pies, burgers and tortilla stacks, including…
Cardiff
With a sun-trap front terrace and a pleasantly laid-back vibe, this wonderful corner pub chalks up its delicious seasonal, fresh and local offerings daily…
Cardiff
Located in the vaulted basement of a former bank, the Potted Pig is a thoroughly British bistro, serving the likes of ham hock, quail, Welsh lamb and…
Cardiff
A solidly traditional wood-lined pub with armchairs, a fireplace and Brains beers on tap. The Goat Major's gastronomic contribution comes in the form of…
Cardiff
Serving quite possibly Wales' best coffee, this appealing cafe also delivers tasty lunch fare, such as baguettes and salads. Grab a window seat and a…
Cardiff
With local art on the walls and an informal vibe, this cool cafe is recommended on the strength of its breakfast – although the gloopy corned-beef hash is…
Cardiff
While the food is fine, it's the setting that really distinguishes this Turkish restaurant. Jutting out over the water on its own pier, Bosphorus enjoys…
