There are a growing number of excellent places to eat and drink around Cardigan Bay. I don’t claim to have tried all of them – yet, but here are some that I like and I’m sure you will find a favourite amongst them.
I do not charge for this listing and if you have your own recommendations then please let me know.
Yr Hen PrintworksLocation: Carrier's Lane, Cardigan, SA43 1FADrink ~ Dine ~ Unwind
February 2023: added to The Michelin Inspectors’ Favourite New Restaurants Tel:01239 612 646 Email: contact@yrhenprintworks.co.uk Web: yrhenprintworks.co.uk/
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FaceBook: YrHenPrintworks/- Harbourmaster AberaeronLocation: Aberaeron Harbour The Guardian December 19, 2009 50 Favourite Festive Pubs tells you all you need to know about this excellent restaurant - The Harbour Master. Malcolm Gluck, wine critic..."It takes dedication to get here, I recently returned from a weekend stay - it is also a hotel....Its secret? Owners Glyn and Menna Heulyn see it as an extension of their family. Indeed the place - and its chattering, pretension-loathing locals - are family. The beers (numerous) are local, the food is local, the staff are local and the weather local. Tel:01545 570755 Email: info@harbour-master.com Web:www.harbour-master.com/
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- The Castle CafeLocation: 25-26, Quay Street Cardigan SA43 1HU Very popular cafe with locals and visitors with dogs. Great breakfasts and tables in the sun facing Cardigan Castle. Good Vegetarian options too. Tel:07909 924735 Email: amgreenhalgh@hotmail.com Web: facebook.com/thecastlecafecardigan/
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Also see the Cellar Bar for live music
- 1176 at Cardigan CastleLocation: Cardigan Castle Green Street, Cardigan SA43 1JA A floating box of glass and slate perched on the castle walls provides a great vantage point to view the gardens on one side and the high street and river on the other. The entrance is either through the castle or if you just want to visit the café use the door below the castle entrance and follow the stairs up. There are facilities for disabled visitors. Seating is available indoors and out. The salads and cakes are lovely! Tel:01239 562002 Email: info@cardigancastle.com Web: cardigancastle.com/dining
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- Mannucci’s Italian BistroLocation: High Street, Cardigan A new Italian restaurant in Cardigan serving authentic Italian cuisine, fine Italian wines and amazing Tuscan deserts. Italian food and drinks and a truly authentic atmosphere! Do check out the FaceBook page for the Italian family story behind the name. Lunch: Wednesday to Saturday 11:30am – 2:30pm Dinner: Wednesday to Saturday 5pm – 11pm Tel:01239 920517 or 07581487254 Email: mannuccis@aol.com Web: mannuccis.com/
FaceBook: Mannuccis
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- Crwst at Poppit SandsCrwst have opened a takeaway hatch for food with a variety of delicious doughnuts, cookies and brownies. Plenty of sweet treats for all of our sweet tooth customers. There will also be a selection of delicious filled rolls if you didn’t bring your sweet tooth with you. We have a variety of food on offer and have something for everyone regardless of your likes and dislikes and any dietary requirements. Come on down to Poppit Sands and see for yourselves. Open 10-3 seven days a week! Web: crwst.cymru/poppit-sands Tel:
01239 611278 Email: contact@crwst.cymru FaceBook: Facebook.com/CrwstPoppit
///guru.vegans.seeing - BOYS AND GIRLSLocation: The Old Pigeon Shed, Pwllhai, Cardigan SA43 1DBWe are open from Wednesday–Saturday 18.00-21.00 Takeaway available on Wednesday and Thursday. Our menu presents vegetarian, pescatarian, and meat options; all vegetarian dishes will be available as vegan upon request. Given the nature of the gastronomic offer, and the reduced size of the kitchen and team, we will not be able to cater for specific and individual dietary restrictions. Email: info@boysandgirlsrestaurant.co.uk Web: boysandgirlsrestaurant.co.uk ///landscape.future.endlessly
- CrwstLocation: Priory StSA43 1BU Cardigan Cafe and deli with freshly baked goodies. Great for a coffee or brunch. Winners of 'Casual Dining Restaurant of the Year South West Wales' 2019! Sun: 10 – 14.00 | Mon – Thu: 8.30 – 4.30 | Fri – Sat : 8.30 – late. Look out for evening openings on the website. Tel:01239 611278 Email: contact@crwst.cymru Web: www.crwst.cymru/
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- Belotti’s Delicatessen & Coffee HouseLocation: 2 High Street, Cardigan SA43 1HJ An Italian & Welsh Coffee Shop with a lovely patio area at the back of Belotti's shop "Belotti's Piazza" Specialist in local and Mediterranean foods. Tel:01239 920143 Web: facebook.com/BelottisDelicatessenCoffeeHouse
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- Fisherman’s RestLocation: Quay Street, Cardigan, West Wales, SA43 1HR Located by the quay on the edge of the Teifi with views of boats and the hills behind St.Dogmaels this is a great little fish restaurant. Open daytime only Tuesday to Saturday 10am till 4pm. Tables indoors and outdoors with a great selection of fresh or smoked fish. Lobster and crab sell out fast, but there is plenty of choice. Fisherman’s Rest has major work ongoing. Soft opening (Thursday-Saturday) planned from 7th March 2024 Web: facebook.com/FishermansRest/ Tel:01239 612359 Email: thefishermans.rest@btconnect.com
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- Stiwdio 3Location: 3 High Street Cardigan SA43 1HJ creative community space offering a range of craft activities, meeting and exhibition space with a café and coffee shop. A place where people can meet, eat, make and create. Tel:01239 758088 Email: Stiwdio3@makeitinwales.co.uk FaceBook: Facebook.com/stiwdio3cafe
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- PizzaTipiLocation: Cambrian Quay, Cardigan, West Wales, SA43 1EZ Just across from Cardigan Castle, below The Grosvenor. Pass under the archway to discover Cardigan's hidden treat. Mostly outdoors, though some shelter under the tipi, this is a lovely spot to enjoy some low key music and delicious pizzas cooked on a wood fired oven and delicious fresh salad beside the Teifi. Perfect relaxing spot to enjoy a super sweet flapjack or chocolate brownie with your morning coffee. Book via website. Tel:01239 612259 Email: pizzatipi@coldatnight.co.uk Web: www.pizzatipi.co.uk/ FaceBook facebook.com/pizzatipi
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- Coach House CafeLocation: Located at the entrance to St Dogmaels Abbey in St Dogmaels The Coach House is a great friendly place for breakfast, a light lunch, or lovely afternoon tea. On sunny days, sitting outside with a great view of the abbey is a particularly relaxed experience. Fully licensed with selection of wines and locally brewed beers and ciders. Tel:01239 615389 Email: info@stdogmaelsabbey.org.uk Web www.stdogmaelsabbey.org.uk
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- Food for ThoughtLocation: 13 Pendre Cardigan High Street A deservedly popular cafe at the top of Cardigan high street a few doors before the turning down to The Mwldan. Great value for lunch and a comfy spot for morning coffee or afternoon tea. The sofas eat you up, the armchairs in the window are perfect for watching the lively high street. Try the cakes and you are sure to keep coming back. Tel:01239 621863 Web: www.facebook.com/Food-For-Thought
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- The Teifi WatersideLocation: Poppit Sands, Poppit, St.Dogmaels, Cardigan, Wales SA43 3LR Bar Restaurant & Carvery serving seasonal fresh ingredients from local farmers' markets and fishermen. Sit by the sea and enjoy the fantastic view. Tel:01239 612085 Email:teifi.waterside.hotel@gmail.com Web: teifiwatersidehotel.co.uk FaceBook: teifiwatersidehotel
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- The Ferry Inn St. DogmaelsLocation: Poppit Road, St. Dogmaels, Pembrokeshire, SA43 3LF Good Food Award ‘Gold Seal’ for 2021! Riverside Pub & Restaurant in the beautiful, coastal village of St. Dogmaels Cardigan Bay. The Ferry Inn is set on the edge of the banks of the River Teifi, with fabulous waterside and countryside views. Enjoy the range of outside terraces and restaurant dining areas. Everyone is welcome: Couples, Families, Dogs, Muddy Boots, etc! We offer gastropub fayre in a casual, relaxed atmosphere, and a cosy traditional bar. Tel:01239 615172 Email: ferryinn@hotmail.co.uk Web: www.theferryinn.co.uk
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- The Hive AberaeronLocation: The Hive, Cadwgan Place, Aberaeron, Ceredigion SA46 0BU The Hive has a reputation for the best honey ice cream - a visit to Aberaeron Harbour wouldn't be the same without one. The Grill has a varied choice on it's menu and a great view of the colourful Aberaeron houses and boats. Tel:01545 570445 Email: info@thehiveaberaeron.com Web: www.thehiveaberaeron.com
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- The Plwmp TartLocation: Penbryn Beach National Trust Car Park. The Plwmp Tart [pronounced the Plump Tart] is a little café housed in the old farm cart house just a few minutes walk from the glorious sandy beach of Penbryn. Serving light lunches, homemade cakes and pastries, great coffee and Welsh ice-cream. Friendly, relaxed atmosphere with all welcome ( including your four legged friends!) Open Easter - October and some dates out of season, check the Facebook page for more info. Tel:01239 758100 Email: theplwmptart@gmail.com FaceBook: facebook.com/The-Plwmp-Tart-Penbryn-Beach
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- Abduls TandooriLocation: Royal Oak, Quay Street, Cardigan Excellent and very friendly restaurant with authentic Indian cuisine. Very extensive menu, don't miss out on the delicious Peshwari Naan bread. Bring your own alcohol, or choose from non alcoholic beer or soft drinks including a range of Lassi [yogurt, water, spices and sometimes fruit]. Tel:01239 621416 Email: amosabbir@yahoo.com Web: www.abdulstandoorispice.net
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- Captains RendezvousLocation: Church Street, New Quay SA45 9NT The Captains Rendezvous is a traditional Fish and Chip shop in New Quay overlooking Cardigan Bay. TWe are excited to announce that The Captain’s Rendezvous has officially re-opened under new management. Open 12pm until late every day for both takeaway and restaurant meals. Tel:01545 560507 FaceBook: facebook.com/
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- The Stubborn Duckling AberaeronLocation: 25 Alban Square, Aberaeron, SA46 0AJ A small, relaxed restaurant in the picturesque Georgian harbour town of Aberaeron. The name is cute but at dinner time cooking skills in the Duckling are serious. Perhaps you’ll start with Duck liver parfait with malt toast and crackling, then choose local lamb, green peppercorn bordelaise and truffle-cheddar mash. The only other question is, will you stop at two courses, or try the treacle tart? The Guardian October 2022 Tel:01545 571700 Email: info@stubbornduckling.co.uk Web: stubbornduckling.co.uk/
FaceBook: facebook.com/thestubbornduckling/
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- Station Café CardiganLocation: Station Road Cardigan If you’re walking the river walk and fancy a bite to eat or a cuppa drop into Station Cafe, turn right to cut through the boat yard and then bare right to Station Cafe. Look out for the old railway station buildings. Haven't got time to sit in? Download the menu from the FaceBook link. Phone us and place your order to collect for a take away. Excellent quality food at affordable prices with veg options and a specials board. Dogs also welcome inside the cafe. Tel:01239 920067 FaceBook: www.facebook.com/
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- Daffodil InnLocation: Penrhiwllan, Llandysul, SA44 5NG The Daffodil gastro pub is situated in the village of Penrhiwllan near the market town of Newcastle Emlyn. The quality of the food and the imaginative presentation of dishes makes this a real treat. Tel:01559 370343 Email: info@thedaffodilinn.co.uk Web: www.daffodilinn.co.uk/ FaceBook: Facebook.com/TheDaffodilPenrhiwllan
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- Y Seler / The Cellar Restaurant & Bar AberaeronLocation: 8 Market Street, Aberaeron, SA46 0AS Y Seler was the Winner of the Best Restaurant Mid Wales 2022 – The Food Awards Wales. Serving everything from summer breakfasts to lunch and evening meals using locally sourced products. Also in the summer enjoy tapas on the terrace and enjoy the colour of Aberaeron Harbour. Tel:01545 574666 Email: info@yseler.co.uk Web: yseler.co.uk/ FaceBook: yseler
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