I had no idea this restaurant was here so I felt I needed to add it to Yelp and let others know…read morethis place exists. The Rake & Riddle caters for everyone with a tidy sized restaurant, sports bar and cafe. There is an outdoor seating area and play area for the kids. With a tidy sized car park to the rear. I had the mixed grill, which was cooked perfectly, and my wife had the Gammon which she thoroughly enjoyed. The chips that came with both are cooked just like regular chip shop chips, which is a major plus from us. The price is comparable with similar restaurants and I felt the portions were good value for the money.

Best food I have had anywhere. Excellent service and well worth paying extra for as a very special…read moretreat.

Absolutely amazing! I have not had food this good for quite some time. Gluten-free salmon plate was…read moreto die for, from the perfectly cooked salmon to the delicious potatoes to the shaved cucumbers. My fiance's burger was equally good. Handcrafted patty, great chips, and a phenomenal salad, combining both fruit and vegetables. Hardly a pub meal at all. This belonged in a restaurant!

You can just feel the ghosts of pirates in this seaside tavern. With its nooks and crannies, it's…read morejust perfect for an illicit rendevouz and talks of treasure over a glass of brandy and the crackling fire. This has got to be one of the oldest pubs in South Wales, it's medieval and dates from 1380. This is one of those places that reminds you how small we used to be - I'm only 5ft 7 and I stoop through the worn wooden doors. I havn't eaten here, but there is also a well respected restaurant upstairs offering a good selection of seafood dishes. Dishes include: Brixham Crab Cake with baby leaves and lemon butter sauce (£5.25); Plaice Goujons with paprika and a sweet red pepper tartar sauce (£4.95); Roasted Fillet of Hake with a chorizo and roasted red pepper risotto ith tomato, garlic and orange sauce for £13.95 For the vegetarians on the day I visited there was: Tomato Fondue, Wild Mushroom and Aubergine Bake, finished with garlic crumb and poached egg (£4.95) and Rosemary and Truffle Arancini Risotto with a tomato, red onion and spring onion salsa ( £4.95). The restaurant opening times are Monday to Saturday from 7pm to 9.30pm. They also offer bar meals between 12 and 2 pm Mondays to Saturdays and evening meals Monday to Friday from 6 to 8 pm.

One of my favorite pubs when I come home to Wales. I've been coming here for 40+ years. Great…read morebeers, lovely staff, exceedingly good food on a great menu, and a building that should last another half millennium plus. And a beautiful spot for a picture that will include a thatched roof and hanging baskets.

Me and the wife first visited the Tirfounder almost 3 years ago. We were looking for a new…read morebungalow. Persimmon had just started building new houses just behind the Asda superstore. GreatI had just found my new local watering hole, somewhere where I could take the wife and have a nice meal and a decent pint of lager without the worry of driving home after a pint or two. The staff are always pleasant and helpful. We've never had a bad meal, or been inconvenienced by bad service. Why Don't you call in after you've done your shopping? Or maybe do some house hunting.

Food is pricey for what you actually get which seems microwaved. The kids area is ridiculous…read moreconsidering there are separate areas for different ages children and you pay for them to use it yet our toddler was thrown to the floor by a much older child when he was in the "toddler" area.

Delicious gastropub with all the classics and some moderns too. The Sunday welsh beef roast dinner…read morewas to die for and reasonably priced. Friendly and efficient bar staff. If you're anywhere near here, stop for a meal, especially on Sunday.

Decor 10 food 11 service on par .. parking is a challenge but worth the effort …read more Fab old world place. Worth traveling to Wales for. Very original feeling, great wine choices as well.

A friendly, independent cafe that serves top notch grub…read more We found this place online and decided to pay them a visit as the burgers sounded good - we weren't disappointed! One of the best burgers I've had in a long time. Served with a choice of either fries or chunky wedges (think roast potato wedges and you'll get the idea). The cafe makes its own hot sauces and strawberry jams, all of which you should try if you get a chance as they're all scrumptious. You can even buy jars of the sauces to take home. Service is warm & friendly and you're made to feel incredibly welcome the second you walk in the door to the moment you leave. If you're on the lookout for something a bit more genuine and satisfying than what the nearby commercial chains can offer this is the place!

Went here with sister for lunch. We parked at top of Stow hill and walked down. Lovely and quirky…read morelittle place as you walk in. Lots of choices on the menu and specials. My and my sister both had Welsh rarebit with a side of chips. It was so tasty. Will defo be going back. Great service too

Situatted on the site of Ferndale Rugby Club the new building housing Ferns Restaurant, called…read moreRhondda Life, offers food in three outlets. Enter through the front enterance and you have a choice between a sports bar and Sir Stanley Baker lounge area. Both offering different menu's to suit different clients. Enter through the side (or through the lounge if you wish) and up the stairs you are greeted by a member of staff that shows you to your table. All staff were really friendly, drinks were brought to the table and waiters were very polite. Our table was seated next to a window, around half the size of the restaurant that offered a breath taking view of the valley, whilst soft acoustic music played in the background, a perfect atmosphere perfect for families, groups of friends etc. I was very suprised that the sound level was nice and quiet even though loud bar areas were situated down below. The food is excellent, with a mix of traditional bar and grill meals, with something a little different. I settled for the Gammon, The steak was about an inch thick and came served with 2 eggs, chips, peas and the usual dressing. There was a bar sporting wines, spirits and bottled beer/soft drinks at the restaurant however draft drinks are avalable from the downstairs bars which are brought to your table by the staff. All in all Ferns is a wonderful place to dine, Its menu is wide and diverse and a perfect place for a family meal.

My review is really a 4.5 stars BUT as they are a family run business ( you can tell) I am giving…read morethem a 5 star. We came for their Sunday roast. We were a party of five and sampled their turkey, beef and lamb, which were flavourful. The vegetables were carrots, runner beans, cauliflower cheese (so yummy) and roast potatoes. We also sampled various desserts to include pavlova with dime bar, pavlova with maltesers, treacle pudding and chocolate flake ice cream. These were all generous portions. The friendliness of the family run staff members was pleasant and polite. You can tell they care about their business. The decor is a little dated but pleasant with two open fires. They have parking directly in front of the pub. Worthy of a visit.

Amazing place. Family run. Menu is a mixture of Greek , Italian , and maybe Brittish ?? Locally…read moresourced meats, etc. so good we went back for a second night. Be ware , this is not an in and out place, it won't be fast, but the food is worth it. Plenty of beers on tap as well as a fully stocked bar.