Pale Hall

Pale Estate, Llandderfel, Bala, LL23 7PS
Tel: 01678 530285    Fax: 01678 530220

Built in 1870 this is one of the finest Victorian country houses in Wales. Precise attention is paid to all the little trimmings, canapés are a joy and one has the distinct feeling of being cosseted. Whilst the cuisine is classic it is not inflexible and little flashes of rebellion occasionally surface in the best possible way. A good wine list with house wine.

Type: Restaurant

Ty'r Graig Castle Hotel

Llanaber Road, Barmouth, LL42 1YN
Tel: 01341 280470    Fax: 01341 281260

An incredible building in the Victorian gothic style with views to die for. The restaurant offers good homely cooking with a choice of three or two course menus. Set price lunch is an attractive option.

Type: Restaurant

The Bistro

Church Street, Barmouth, LL42 1EW
Tel: 01341 281009
E-mail: info@bistro-barmouth.co.uk
Web:  www.bistro-barmouth.co.uk

Delightful little smoke free bistro - Les Routiers and A Taste of Wales approved. All dishes are prepared on the premises using fresh local produce whenever possible. The proprietors, Rosie & Gareth, take a real pride in their special Vegetarian and Fish boards. Enjoy an excellent wine list. The Bistro will do its very best to cater for any special requests - please phone in advance. For larger parties they love to create special menus. Though they only have 18 covers a pleasant, friendly and smoke free atmosphere is always guaranteed. Established for over 7 years, a good regular clientele means booking a table is recommended especially at weekends. The varied menu and a daily 'specials' offer fresh fish and local Welsh meat. These are complemented by a small wine list featuring wines from around the world including Wales.

Type: Restaurant

Plas Dinas Hotel & Restaurant

Bontnewydd, Caernarfon, LL54 7YF
Tel: 01286 830214    Fax: 01286 830308

Enjoy a fabulous meal in the splendour of this wonderful house which was once the home of the Armstrong-Jones family. Lord Snowdon and Princess Margaret were frequent visitors to the house which is set in its own grounds with outstanding views over Snowdonia, Anglesey and The Irish Sea. Our head chef, Joachim Monterieux, was trained in Le Mans and has worked in quality restaurants throughout the UK, Europe and the USA. He and his team will ensure that you have a memorable meal made only from the freshest, finest quality ingredients - from the canapés through to the petit fours, you will be delighted by your evening at Plas Dinas.

Type: Restaurant

Bwyty Ogof Y Ddraig Restaurant

26 Hole in the wall street, Caernarfon, LL55 1RQ
Tel: 01286 677322
Web: www.ogofyddraig.com

Bwyty Ogof Y Ddraig is nestled within the town walls of historic Caernarfon. It is Welsh themed and has Celtic decor throughout. The ground floor is deep red in colour, has flame and coloured lighting and has a very busy atmosphere. Whereas the first floor is a green colour, the lights are dimmed down low and the sound of running water can be heard from our water feature. Wherever you choose to eat your food I'm sure you'd agree that “Visiting Ogof y Ddraig (Translated as The Dragons Cave) is more of an experience than just eating out” Daily post taste test 2004
Our Á-la-Cárte menu is reasonably priced and all meals are cooked to order using fresh local produce where possible. The menu is well balanced to suit all tastes. We serve a wide selection of Meat, Poultry, Seafood and Vegetarian meals, all of which are homemade. To accompany your meal, there selection of fine wines available from around the world.

Type: Restaurant

Seiont Manor Hotel

Llanrug, Caernarfon, LL55 2AQ
Tel: 01286 673366    Fax: 01286 672840

A skilful farm conversion in idyllic countryside with views to Snowdonia, the cuisine is an interesting blend of the reliable, well-known British dishes with equally recognisable contributions from the region. The result is interesting and enjoyable.

Type: Restaurant

Ty'n Rhos

Seion Caernarfon, Caernarfon, LL55 3AE
Tel: 01248 670489    Fax: 01248 670079

Recently awarded Restaurant of the Year by Taste of Wales, it is not difficult to see why. The emphasis is on serious cooking, using nothing but the best of the local produce, but without becoming carried away on flights of fancy and culinary ego rides. The word ‘honest’ has been used on numerous occasions to describe Lynda Kettle’s cooking.

Type: Restaurant

China Club

156 Conway Road, Colwyn Bay, North Wales, LL29 7LR
Reservations: 01492 532408

To celebrate its 20th anniversary, the Kwong Chow Restaurant has been completely revamped and updated by its original owners. As the new name suggests, the hip décor is wow and the food very now. With designer Philippe Starck chairs featuring female face prints and an exciting, new menu, where every dish is a delight, China Club puts the creativity back into contemporary Chinese cuisine.

Type: Restaurant

Old Rectory Country House

Llanrwst Road, Llansanffraid, Glan Conwy, LL28 5LF
Tel:  01492 580611    Fax: 01492 584555

A stunningly beautiful house, stuffed with antiques and treasures. Diners gather in the panelled drawing room for onward transmission to the elegant dining room, which contains six tables, so the ambience is cosy. A wide ranging wine list offers excellent value.

Type: Restaurant

panini's espresso catering

Glan Aber, Church Street, Glan, Conwy LL28 5NB
Tel/Fax: 01492 580214   Mobile: 01492 584555
E-mail: kevinbranwood@kevinbranwood.fsnet.co.uk

Type: Caterer

Shakespeare Restaurant

Castle Hotel, High Street, Conwy, LL32 8DB
Tel: 01492 592324    Fax:  01492 583351

Shakespeare Restaurant is part of a 15th century coaching inn, right in the centre of the walled town of Conwy. It consists of a 45 seater restaurant serving traditional food, and with free car parking available. There is also the "locals" bar serving traditional real ales etc.

Type: Restaurant, Pub/Inn

Dylanwad Da

2 Ffos-y-Felin, Dolgellau, LL40 1BS
Tel: 01341 422870

A splendid little bistro in the Snowdonia National Park, specialising in down to earth, carefully prepared dishes, which are a delight. For an out of town bistro the scope is wide and includes such offerings as lamb casseroled in Burgundian style and a Thai fish stew made with mussels and coconut milk. A good selection of Welsh cheeses, always a delight, live well up to their reputation. The wine list too bears evidence of loving care with friendly prices, clever choices and house wine. It will come as no surprise to hear that the Welsh name translates as ‘good influence’.

Type: Restaurant

Bontddu Hall Hotel

Bontddu, Dolgellau, LL40 2UF
Tel: 01341 430661    Fax: 01341 430284

A Gothic style country house from the 19th century this well-placed former home to Lord Birmingham stands guard over the Mawddach estate and commands superb views over river and mountain. Once again regional and classic dishes are combined and dinner could start with a chicken and apricot terrine with homemade chutney. The Welsh Black beef sirloin on a horseradish mash with a brandied pepper cream sauce could not be overlooked and carries a combination of flavours, that is delightful. How seldom nowadays that one sees Baked Alaska, but there it is, or some would be hard pressed to miss the opportunity of those Welsh cheeses, St Davids, Harlech and the delectable Caws Llyn. A well-established wine list is a delight.

Type: Restaurant

Dolserau Hall

Dolgellau, LL40 2AG
Tel: 01341 422522    Fax: 01341 422400

A striking black and white Victorian gent’s res, now a family hotel serving pleasantly familiar food from a short four-course menu at a set price. Prices are reasonable and the service friendly. The menu changes daily and has a choice of options on each course, with due attention paid to vegetarians. The Winter Garden Restaurant has extensive views into the surrounding countryside, itself one of the main factors in bringing people to this peaceful setting.

Type: Restaurant

Bodysgallen Hall

Llandudno, LL30 1RS
Tel: 01492 584466    Fax: 01492 582519

Looking out serenely over the town below, Bodysgallen has a majesty all its own. Surrounded by immaculately manicured gardens the handsome house offers a degree of comfort and reassurance, which leads to expectations in the dining room that are well met. As in so many restaurants in Wales local materials are well used.

Type: Restaurant

Empire Hotel

Church Walks, Llandudno, LL30 2HE
Tel: 01492 860555    Fax: 01492 860791

The Watkins Restaurant offers a fixed price menu, changed daily. It has its regulars who are many and torn between telling the world and keeping it to themselves. Local produce is prominent and whilst a modern influence is at work there are frequent appearances by old and trusted favourites.

Type: Restaurant

Imperial Hotel

The Promenade, Llandudno, LL30 1AP
Tel: 01492 877466    Fax: 01492 878043

Chantrey’s Restaurant is the culinary centre of this majestic hotel, anchored like some passing liner on the seafront at Llandudno. The menu changes every month and accurately reflects the local produce. Presentation and service are polished. An interesting wine list produces some real gems.

Type: Restaurant

Cottage Tea Rooms

Tel: 01978 860976
E-mail: contact@cottagetearooms.co.uk

Central located tea rooms, formally two cottages dating from the early 19th century. Standing in what is known colloquially as Ham & Egg Square. Eat inside in our cosy rooms or alfresco and take in the atmosphere of this vibrant town. Listed Building in a Conservation Area of Llangollen.

Type: Cafe

Robbins Nest

44 Market Street, Llangollen
Tel: 01978 861425    Fax: 01978 861425
E-mail: gary@robbins-nest.co.uk

In the heart of Llangollen 'Robbins Nest' is situated in a large Victorian building with stylish furnishings including a warm open fire and an Edwardian style conservatory to the rear. "We look forward to your enjoyment of our fine food and wines."

Type: Pub/Inn

The Bishop Trevor

Abbey Road, Lllangollen, Denbighshire, North Wales
Tel: 01978 860063    Fax: 01978 860063
E-mail: patriciabugler@hotmail.com

Traditional Welsh Cakes, Cacen Radell, were originally cooked on a bakestone or griddle over an open fire. Make the job easy we can supply you with bake-at-home mixes of welsh cakes and scones prepared to a variety of local recipes. See them made fresh on the premises and smell the delicious aroma. Outside catering specialists for large and small events. Home baked food. Restaurant overlooking the famous Llangollen bridge.

Type: Restaurant

Bryn Howel Hotel

Llangollen, LL20 7UW
Tel: 01978 860331    Fax: 01978 860119

The more traditional Welsh cuisine has been thoughtfully blended with modern elements of cooking to the benefit of both in the Cedar Tree Restaurant, and local ingredients are used whenever possible. A good wine list.

Type: Restaurant

Gales

18 Bridge Street, Llangollen, LL20 8PF
Tel: 01978 860089

Gales is a conversion of former town house, now transformed into a lively Wine Bar serving tasty food, an exciting range of wines, with plenty of space for small corporate gatherings. The atmosphere is lively and welcoming.

Type: Pub/Inn

Corn Mill

Dee Lane, Llangollen, LL20 8PN
Tel: 01978 869555

The Corn Mill, a dramatic conversion from an old water mill on the River Dee, provides a wonderful setting in which to enjoy agreeable pub-grub of an above average standard. Good range of beers and quaffable wines.

Type: Pub/Inn

Khazana

A483 Ruabon Bypass, Wrexham, LL14 6YY
Tel: 01978 824440 / 822300 / 822220    Fax: 01978 822910
E-mail: enquiries@khazana-indian.co.uk
Web: www.khazana-indian.co.uk

This is a stylish, elegant restaurant catering for the more discerning Indian food lover. A place where you can really enjoy the taste of Indian. The food is meticulously prepared using fresh spices and the presentation and excellent service will not disappoint. The menu offers wonderful classic Indian dishes and also features “healthy eating” options together with a full range of vegetarians choices. With a wine list combining choices from the New World and Europe it is ideal for an intimate dinner for two or a celebration party.
Booking is advisable and the Khazana has a private car park for 60 vehicles.
Type: Restaurant