Riverside Cantonese
Riverside Cantonese
Riverside Cantonese (44 Tudor Street, Riverside, Cardiff) – this is perhaps the most popular Cantonese restaurant in Wales. Its Hong Kong-trained chefs keep up with culinary trends, while remembering the centuries-old tradition that has made Cantonese food the most popular in Wales. From the delicious morsels that are Dim Sum to the sumptuous feast that is an Imperial Banquet, there’s always going to be something that tempts or intrigues the diners that come here.
Red Hot World Buffet & Bar
Red Hot World Buffet & Bar
Red Hot World Buffet & Bar (3-6 Hills Street, St. David’s – Dewi Sant, The Hayes, Cardiff) – this restaurant offers 300 freshly-made dishes from all over the globe, including Indian, Thai, Italian, Chinese, Japanese, Cajun, Mediterranean, Tex Mex, English and more (all made by over 35 skilled chefs).
Mango House
Mango House
Mango House (Grand Hotel, Westgate Street, Cardiff) — Situated in the beautifully restored former Grand Hotel on Westgate Street, the Mango House in Cardiff is sure to follow in the extremely successful footsteps of the established Mango House restaurant in Magor. The restaurant has been elegantly furnished and combines a contemporary, intimate atmosphere with a wonderful array of dishes created from the flavors and spices of the subcontinent. Indian food lovers are sure to be delighted with the freshly-prepared recipes – all of which are created on the premises using high quality, locally-sourced produce.
The restaurant has been so successful that it has entertained a variety of well-known people such as Lord Dafydd Ellis-Thomas, Welsh Opera Singer Rebecca Evans, Celebrity Chef Nancy Lam, Author Rebecca Harris, and Jim McKenzie (Director of Golf at the Celtic Manor). Many other high-profile people regularly dine at the restaurants, such as local MPs and councillors. This restaurant is officially recommended by the “BBC Eating Out Guide”.
Las Iguanas
Las Iguanas
Las Iguanas (8 Mill Lane, Cardiff) – this restaurant (part of a chain of “Iguanas” locations in other British cities) serves mainly Mexican items – from enchiladas, to burritos, fajitas, chicken quesadillas, and chili con carne. Obviously, the Mexican and other Latin drinks – be it tequila, Cuban mojitos, or margaritas – keep patrons coming back.
La Tasca
La Tasca
La Tasca (Unit 6, The Old Brewery Quarter, Cardiff) — La Tasca Cardiff is an authentic Spanish tapas restaurant, situated right in the Old Brewery Quarter, in the heart of the city centre, close to the Millennium Stadium and fantastic St David’s shopping centre – it’s just two minutes’ walk from the central bus and train station.
The restaurant has two dining floors, an outside patio area and an upstairs balcony, with views overlooking the Old Brewery Quarter’s cosmopolitan-style eating areas. So, whether shopping, going to the cinema or theatres or even to an event at the Millennium Stadium, La Tasca is the ideal place to start or finish your day. It’s also a great place for mojitos and other drinks.
Jamie’s Italian
Jamie’s Italian
Jamie’s Italian (Unit LG 69/70, St. David’s 2 Shopping Centre, Cardiff) – no doubt, this restaurant serves a variety of Italian dishes (such as aubergine parmigiana, pastas and raviolis). It also serves a variety of other dishes, such as burgers, steaks, and even British Lamb Lollipops (lamb chops), as well as salads and other vegetarian dishes.
Ffresh Bar & Restaurant
Ffresh Bar & Restaurant
Ffresh Bar & Restaurant (Bute Place, Cardiff) — With stunning views of Cardiff Bay, a stylish and contemporary feel, and a wonderful seasonal menu showcasing the best of Welsh produce, ffresh Bar and Restaurant is catered to enhance your culinary dining experience. Excellent quality food and service is led by Executive Chef Kurt Fleming, along with consultancy expertise from Shaun Hill, Executive Chef at The Walnut Tree Inn at Abergavenny. The ffresh team have a great deal of experience to help you choose a menu that suits tastes and budget. ffresh was featured in the Michelin Guide 2013 and has appeared in the Good Food Guide for 3 years running – in 2012, 2013 and 2014.
Casanova
Casanova
Casanova (13 Quay Street, Cardiff) — Casanova Restaurant was opened in 2005 by three Italian friends; Antonio Cersosimo, Luca Montuori and Angelo Montuori with the idea of bringing to Cardiff authentic Italian food cooked with the finest ingredients.
Casanova is now regarded as one of the best and most authentic Italian restaurants in Wales. The food is freshly cooked using the very best of local produce, and direct imports such as salami, extra virgin olive oil, truffles and pasta. The cuisine focuses on authenticity with an eye on modern techniques and styles. The menu is seasonal and not very extensive in order to ensure maximum quality and attention to detail.
Café Rouge
Café Rouge
Café Rouge (2 Mermaid Quay, Cardiff Bay, Cardiff) – this bayside restaurant offers a French inspired menu of hot and cold baguettes, croques, steaks, salads, speedy plat rapides and more classical dishes, such as coq au vin and moules marinière. There’s also outdoor seating during the warmer months, and even free WiFi.
Bellini’s Express
Bellini’s Express
Bellini’s Express (Park Place/St. David’s Centre/ Cardiff Bay) – this Italian restaurant has succeeded enough in opening three branches in Cardiff. Each of its restaurants combines modern décor with a lively atmosphere, and classic Italian dishes – from antipasti to fresh pasta, and meat & seafood dishes. It has a lunchtime menu for just £5.95, alongside healthy a la carte options.
