Well described by Cloudwood (purists might argue it is in Nottage or Danygraig but what the hell)…read more Excellent place to sit on a warm day, shaded by the huge tree at the front, looking out over the green towards the church - very popular summer spot with the picnic benches, boundary wall opposite and the green itself to spread out over. Gets 4 stars for its location, but agree that should be 3 otherwise, for fairly uninspiring (old fashioned - though might appeal to some) inside. Hope this is helpful.

Yes, it's ok for a pint and an average meal! Nothing special…read morethough! Sometimes there are old rockers on beta blockers outside with their clapped out leathers and bikes, if you like that type of thing! I don't know, but there is something weird about the place!

The Jolly Sailor is a great traditional pub in Newton, Porthcawl. Overlooking Newton Green and the…read moreNorman church the Jolly is a great spot for a summer drink, while you play cricket or football on the green. The Beer festival hosted in the summer months is a great event held in the Summer. The inside is small and cosy, with traditional pub decor, and a bit of a maritime feel, linking in to the Jolly's history as the oldest pub in Porthcawl and home to smugglers in earlier times! There's a beer garden out the back, and plenty of seats and benches out the front. Recently the Jolly's been taken over by new management, but i'm sure the good local atmosphere will remain, and hopefully the sunday night quiz!

The Royal Oak is a lovely pub which serves excellent pub food at lunch and dinner time. A standard…read morepub menu - all the usual favourites and a good choice. The food is freshly cooked, and the portions are huge! Massive servings of everything. For a pub meal in Porthcawl it's hard to beat. There is a restaurant area at the back, and food can also be eaten in the two bar areas. Nice pub atmosphere - but not too rowdy. Definately pleasant for eating and drinking. My top choice for a great value and great tasting pub food in a friendly atmosphere.

Premier muicians pub in Porthcawl run by a landlord who knows wot he is doing. Jam night on…read moreTuesdays acoustic jam on Thursdays music on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. If music is your bag this Inn is Utopia.

I ate lunch at the Waterfront today with a few friends. To say we were disappointed is an…read moreunderstatement . We were served substandard small portions of lukewarm food. I have eaten here many times but today it was appalling. We asked to speak to someone in charge and the man that came to talk to us was rude and obnoxious. I will be talking with my feet and never eating there again

In an area of the town surrounded by slightly grubby-looking places to eat, the Waterfront has a…read morenice clean polished appearance that makes it a bit more appealing. There are plenty of seats with good views out to the water. The food is reasonable but nothing amazing. Some meal deals make the prices more inviting, but the meal deals are pretty restrictive (eg. a choice of only 2 puddings, both of which are clearly straight out of the freezer). The best place to eat nearby, but it could be better.