My favourite pub in Cowbridge by a long way. Actually, The Vale and The Edmondes Arms (at the top…read moreend of the high street) are the only two 'proper' pubs in the town, the likes of The Bear and The Duke having gone a little bit too 'laa dee da' for my liking. It looks like a pub from the outside, and it smells like a pub on the inside (that's not a bad thing, in case you were wondering). The staff are all nice and friendly, the beer is lovely (and varied), I've heard that the food is very good although I've yet to try it, and on one of the previous occasions when I visited, there was part of a male voice choir in there belting out a spot of 'Delilah' whilst stood at the bar. True story. If you visit Cowbridge, do yourself a favour and visit The Vale. Tell them that Mark sent you. It won't mean anything to them but it'll make me feel important!

I was expecting to enjoy a tasty traditional pub lunch but was left disappointed in just about…read moreevery way! The beef burger was served on a soggy bun and while the patty was quite large, it lacked seasoning and flavour. The chips were undercooked and oily. I did have a nice shiraz but 5 of their tap beers were off on the day we visited - considering it was during the Christmas period I would have thought they would have plenty of stock. I would usually give this place 2 stars but a couple of the locals I was with assured me it was an off day. Here's hoping they're right.....

very nice atmosphere for either a quiet drink at the front or for a good night in the back. Local…read moreales available aswell as a vast range of popular brands. The decor is very nice too with lots of cowbridge history dotted around the place. Beer guardian outside is nice aswell, especially in the summer heat.

The Plough and Harrow is a fantastic village pub which is ever popular with both locals and the…read moremore in the know townsfolk aswell. It's a properly traditional pub, with low ceilings, old ornaments on the walls and a great tradiitonal menu. On summers days they also open up an outside area which serves burgers, bacon rolls and the like. The food here is always exemplary and well-priced and the staff are always super friendly. There's a lovely outdoor seating area which is a spacious, chilled out place to enjoy a sunny day. It's close proximity to Monknash beach also make it an ideal pit stop after a day by the seaside. I went in about two hours ago for a pint of Butty Bach, which is brewed in the Wye Valley. It's a fantastic, strong bitter and one I always have when visiting here. The odd celebrity has been spotted within these walls and it's not at all difficult to see why. In the local area, the Plough and Harrow is truly one of the finest traditional pubs.

This is a lovely pub in a quiet area of the South Wales coast, and is worth visiting if only for…read morethe local. Here you might want to go check out my review of Monknash Beach. Apparently, The Plough and Harrow was awarded the honour of being one of the ten best seaside pubs by The Guardian. It's not too hard to understand why. This is a traditional pub through and through. There's no loud music or slot machines to be found here. Instead there are open fires, delicious meaty aromas and that summery smell of spilt cider from the bar. The staff are exceptionally friendly and show a great amount of attention to detail. The food in The Plough and Harrow is delectable. Really. You know how everyone's favourite roast dinner is their own Mum's? Not anymore; the Plough wins out. So, in short, I agree with Gareth.

Risen from the ashes, with much hard work, care and attention, The Bush Inn is simply a great place…read morefor an evening or lunch out. With its thatched roof, low ceilings and flagstone floors, it captures the very essence of what a country pub restaurant is all about, and the building itself dates back to the 16th century. Run by the highly accommodating Liz and Andy Silva, the menu features locally sourced ingredients and mouthwatering specials, far superior to anything you would get from the average chain pub. Great care and attention have gone into the renovation of The Bush Inn, and it shows. The wine list is expansive and varied, prices are very reasonable, and children are welcome, too. Word of advice - make sure you book before you go!

Lovely county pub in a quaint little Welsh village. Very…read morecozy and always alive with chatter and laughter. The staff are extremely friendly and helpful, the atmosphere is warm, the food is simple, fresh, extremely well prepared and presented. This place is a must for an evening away from the City or on the way back from one of the gorgeous costal settings along the Heritage Coast in the Vale of Glamorgan.

What a great little find! Cute place! Lovely service. Beautiful gardens. Clean bathrooms, and most…read moreimportantly, fabulous food. I wasn't expecting much, but left delighted.

From the owner: Quaint and traditional 16th century pub and restaurant on the edge of Dartmoor, offering great…read moreales, Ciders. Only 10 miles from Exeter and 15 miles from Okehampton. Only 1 minute off the A30 Devon to Cornwall road.

My family and I often stop at The White Hart in Llanddarog on our way to Pembrokeshire. It is a…read morebeautiful thatched pub with excellent pub food and their own brewed beers. Definitely worth a stop if you're in the area.

Firstly i will tell you that this is likely to be an expensive experience - but well worth the…read moremoney for a treat now and again. It is a beautiful Thatched Inn, built in 1371. It posseses open fireplaces, and a choice of cozy tables for 2 or 4, and long tables for larger parties in the back. HRH Prince Charles, Dylan Thomas have both visited here, to sample the beer still brewed on the premesis. The food is pricey, but what a meal you get for your money! A huge plateful that would be enough for two! the most reasonable is the Roast dinners, approx £10 a head. The walls and ceilings of the Inn are covered in memorobilia, from horse brasses to farming tolls, there is enough to occupy your mind while you wait for your meal. On your way to the loo you will encounter a full suit of armour, and in the back are fish tanks, and a talking parrot!

Fancy getting away from the city? Whether you want an intimate evening meal, a lazy Sunday lunch or…read morea get together with the family, this lovely traditional Vale pub is a must. Set in the picturesque Vale village of Penllyn (just outside Cowbridge) this place is a real find for any discerning foodie. Open roaring fires in the winter, and a fabulous children's play area outside for the long summer evenings. The staff are so welcoming you will soon feel like one of the locals, and the menu features great pub classics cooked at their best. The management also have some great specials - on the night we went, fresh mussels were the order of the day served in huge steaming bowls with great hunks of crusty bread and the all-important chips. An extensive wine list and real ales adds the perfect touch to tasty food!

The Muddiford Inn was a nice find. We were touring the area and looking for somewhere to stop for a…read moresnack. We passed this place and stopped, well, just because it was there. We had a bar snack sandwich each and was impressed by the staff and the quality of the food, so we had a quick look at the full menu and decided to book a table for that evening. The food is quite traditional, but with a wonderful eastern influence. Beautifully presented with fantastic flavours, every course was a delight and I thought the bill was very reasonable. I've certainly paid more for lesser fare than this! I would heartily recommend anybody who finds themselves in the Barnstaple area check this place out!

What a lovely friendly restaurant very good reasonable priced food plus real ales that are kept…read morewell and taste delicious. There's pub caters for everybody including dogs indeed there's a jar of dog biscuits on bar. They have a big garden with a very good play area for children. I had the cod and chips it was delicious the people with me also had different meals which they told me was really nice all in all a very nice pub.

Bar 44 is another one of those places that seems to be trying to do absolutely everything at once…read more Not content with being a coffee shop, it wants to be a cocktail bar and a tapas lounge too. In principle it's fine but I just can't seem to shake the feeling that it's just trying a bit hard to appease absolutely everyone and be all things to all patrons. The cocktails are really great so it would make sense to pick one thing and focus on it rather than trying to be the jack of all trades but master of none. The classics start at a fiver and you can upgrade the alcohol to a premium brand for a little extra. I sort of disagree with that because really they should be using good quality booze in their cocktails anyway. The bar staff are skilled and knowledgeable and able to rustle up a delicious virgin drink that will satisfy even the saintliest of creatures. Atmosphere wise it's a four out of five, very cosy but also vibrant enough to keep you from nodding off (an urge I often get in windowless underground cocktail bars). I just wish that they would make up their minds and focus on one thing though because instead of being good, this place could really be great.

An incredible place to go for a relaxing few drinks. Bar…read morestaff are great and always happy to help you choose a cocktail you may enjoy. Food is served almost all day which is incredibly delicious. A highly recommended place to go for a night out in cowbridge!!