nestled in the countryside between cardiff and Newport, the Cefn Mably Arms is a traditional old…read morecountry pub with a warm welcome. Being only 20 minutes from the centre of Cardiff, the position in Cefn village is deceptive as you are drawn into the relaxed country lifestyle. Food and service are both excellent, with a menu which goes beyond normal pub food but remains reasonably priced.

Not what it used to be. Service is very hit and miss, and you can wait very, very long for your…read morefood. I'm not sure where the previous reviewer visited - there's no such place as Cefn village, it's Michaelston-y-fedw village. Being born and raised in the area I have been to this pub many, many times during my life and I'm sorry to say that it has deteriorated over the last decade or so. In my youth this was a wonderful village pub, with no allusions of being anything more. It's where the locals could get a pint, a chat and traditional pub grub (scampi, cod and chips, ale pie, etc). Quick, wholesome and tasty meals. Since coming under new management it seems to be heading further and further away from being the heart of the village to being a peusdo gastro-pub, punching way above its weight as it fails to deliver what it promises. Bring back the old Cefn with it's spit and sawdust style I say!

Loved it, great food, great service and it's got a wide range of menu choices suitable for all…read moreages. It's good food for little price

Dropped in on Sunday (31st Aug 2011) as it was one of only a few establishments open for food in…read morethe area. The service was great, just grab your drinks sit down at a table, peruse the really good menu and then order at the till. The food came out cooked freshly and was great, goats cheese on a portabello mushroom is very tasty (ask for the chutney on the side not over it). A rump steak cooked to perfection with all the trimmings and a beer and ale pie for my wife with vegetables went down very well. The finale was the 'pudding table' with 3 puddings, 1 x vanilla ice-cream, 1 x mint ice-cream and a bit of cream is especially for sharing but, would have shared four really good idea and portions were quite big considering. The wine was quite good and you can't complain at £8.95 a bottle. Definitely worth visiting again if we are ever in the area. W. R.

Excellent pub outside of Carephilly. It was exactly what we were looking for. We travelled to…read moreCardiff for a Karate tournament and were staying nearby. It was an excellent tasty dinner in an old Welsh pub. The staff was super staff and cheerful. There was a great selection for dinner. Our order was traditional meals with steak pies, fish and chips, and burgers. My wife had scallops and sea base, and my son had salmon. We then loaded up on the desserts. I had the chocolate brownie with cotted vanilla ice cream. We left a big tip. They earned it.

When I think of a pub, I would never associate classy, rustic, and countryside views with it…read more Maenllwyd Inn begs to differ in those aspects. The interior itself is cozy with a combination of stones and wood accents everywhere. I spied a beautiful patio where the scenery has no obstructions. We, however decided to stay indoors and got a nice corner round table by the window next to the fireplace. Adding to the homey feel, the gentleman who took care of us was jovial and friendly throughout our wonderful lunch here. I started with the STILTON and PEPPER MUSHROOMS on a brioche bread. I was swayed to try this granted that this is an English cheese produced only in the UK, similar to blue cheese in strong smell and taste. What a superb dish! The FISH and CHIPS was also the best I had on this trip. Perfectly crisp batter on the outside and a flaky moist white fish inside, every criteria they nailed. Even the chips were just the right thickness with not a single one of them soggy. A very fitting last meal in Wales that was pleasant and memorable.

I am a regular at the Port 'O' Call even though I live 5 miles away. It is set in the country and…read morehas been refurbished. The service is first class and the staff are extremely polite and freindly and absolutely nothing is too much trouble for them. I have eaten there on many occasions and have never had a complaint about the food. The have a wide variety on the menu and it is always cooked wonderfully with very good portions. I especially love the Sunday lunch and is great for those with a big appetite! The prices are great and the meals are excellent value for money. They often have live entertainment, there is a pool table and great outdoor eating/playing area. Wide screen TV. They have a big car park. They also have a function room to hire and I believe they do not charge for this hire but you would need to confirm that. All in all I would recommend the Port 'O' Call.

A useful venue if you wish to refuel after a round of golf at nearby Peterstone Lakes. A gastropub…read morerising from the ashes of an old-fashioned local, it has been refurbished and reopened by a partnership of experienced pub managers and restaurant owners. It requires a 2-mile detour off the A48 between St Mellons and Cardiff. The menu offers a fair choice, ranging from bacon butties for breakfast (perhaps with golfers in mind), through to more substantial dishes later in the day, including pan-fried venison steak with red wine, mussels in tomato and herb sauce, fish and vegetable pie, roast duck breast with orange sauce, and bread and butter pudding with custard. £40 for 2. There is a good choice of real ales, which included HB and Speckled Hen on my last visit, a picturesque pub garden with outside tables, widescreen tv which implied the availability of sports events while you eat and drink, and its split-level layout features an upper gallery where you can sit down and survey those below.

A converted barn, Elm tree is a fantastic way to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life…read more Besides being a hotel the restaurant serves British and European dishes. I went for the fantastically weird Scallops and Black pudding. Despite sounding like chalk and cheese, it was very tasty indeed. Talking of tasty puddings it is my professional opinion that the desert was Mmmmmmmm.

After a family funeral the previous day in Wales, we were tired and hungry and we stopped here on…read moreour way back travelling on the M4. It was recently refurbished and is clean, stylish and the owners were very welcoming. The food was fantastic - very tasty and reasonably priced. Much better than a motorway service station! Come off the M4 at junction 24 and head down the A48 towards the M48 (towards the old severn bridge) and it is a few miles down the road on the right. You can then go over the old bridge and rejoin the M4 - result!

Absolutely beautiful food and relaxed friendly atmosphere. My first choice to dine every time. Food…read moreis reasonably priced.once you've tasted your food you'd think they had Gordon Ramsey kept hostage in the kitchen! Lol. I personally would b prepared to pay more than what they charge its that good. Outstanding !! :))))

A proper pub with a fantastic atmosphere. Historic building with loads of character. Good range at…read morethe bar, friendly staff and excellent food.

This is a top notch little boozer! I say little but with the restaurant and in the summer, the…read morebeer garden, this 14th century welsh long house is surprisingly big. The lounge has a lovely calm feel about it and the bar is proper cozy. Winter is the best time to visit when the log fires are burning. A good range of beer, wines and spirit and bar snacks. The food is really good. The menu and daily specials board has a good choice and at the time of writing, the current chef puts a lot of effort into turning out quality food with a touch of flair. The staff are all very friendly and professional. All in, this is a good place.

Unquestionably the best pub in Clevedon by a country mile. They stock Butcombe and guest ales, plus…read moreThatchers cider - flat and fizzy alcoholic apple fans. They also do the proper pub fare of snacks, pickled eggs, curry nights and rolls on the bar. Entertainment comes in the form of quizzes on Mondays and Folk Nights on Wednesdays. It is really the hub of the local community yet you will be welcome if not from round these parts. Late opening on Friday and Saturday. Top notch.

Lovely old 'traditional' boozer, a Clevedon 'institute'.read more

We booked a table here for a birthday and were really happy with the customer care we received from…read morethe owners! It's so rare to have that personal touch these days! On the day our food was absolutely delicious and again, the owners themselves were really lovely and engaging. It's very busy so booking is definitely recommended and look out for their special menu nights as they look great! The asparagus and mushroom pasta dish was beautiful, as was the beef two ways! The stuffed chicken was a bit bland but apart from that all of the food was really good. Highly recommended!

Under new management? Under par. Poor food worse service. Empty on a Saturday evening! Favourite…read moreunder previous owner, v disappointed.

I love this pub. Very friendly bar staff, they make u feel so welcome!…read more The settees are comfy and the place plays good music. Everytime I've been here I've left feeling happy and lovely. With or with out the alcohol! ^_^