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Terra Nova
Stuart Street, Mermaid Quay, Cardiff Bay, CF10 5BZ [Map]
Tel: 029 2045 0947
Occupying one of the best spots in Cardiff Bay is Terra Nova; a smart sophisticated bar, popular with both the locals and tourists alike.
With its elegant glass fronts and stylish balconies this is the perfect place to spend a Summer evening looking out over the bay. Read More...
The Cricketers
66 Cathedral Road, Pontcanna, Cardiff, CF11 9LL [Map]
Tel: 029 2034 5102
The Cricketers is a new pub that will open for business on July 27th in the building formerly occupied by Y Cadno on Cathedral Road in Pontcanna. The pub will be run by a new management team who have brought in their own staff, including a new head chef. Read More...
The Crofts
14-15 Croft Street, Roath, Cardiff, CF24 3DZ [Map]
Tel: 029 2048 6467
The Crofts is a traditional pub situated in the heart of the Roath area of Cardiff. Food is served daily and there is a carvery available every Sunday between 12pm and 4pm. Read More...
The Promised Land Bar & Kitchen
4 Windsor Place, Cardiff City Centre, CF10 3BX [Map]
Tel: 029 2039 8998
The Woodville (Scream Pub)
1-5 Woodville Road, Cardiff, CF24 4DW [Map]
Tel: 029 2064 9991
This chain pub is very popular with students, due to its close proximity to Cardiff University and the fact that it runs a student loyalty card scheme. Read More...
Toad at the Exhibition
18-19 Trinity Street, Cardiff City Centre, CF10 1BH [Map]
Tel: 029 2066 6566
The Toad at the Exhibition can be found in 'the old library building' just off the Hayes in the centre of Cardiff. It's quite popular with shoppers and office workers over lunch, however I personally find it a bit too smokey during the day. At night, it's a great venue to really let your hair down. Read More...
Varsity
Greyfriars Road, Cardiff City Centre, CF10 3AD [Map]
Tel: 029 2023 2562
The Varsity on Greyfriars Road in Cardiff is a busy, vibrant, city centre pub that is located opposite the Park Plaza Hotel and the New Theatre. This pub has a total of 10 plasma screens and 2 big screens showing all the big matches. Free WiFi is also available.
Varsity Roath
199-201 Richmond Road, Roath, Cardiff, CF24 3BT [Map]
Tel: 02920 484 480
Varsity Roath is spread over two floors, with a choice of seating areas from comfy sofas to booths. This pub offers a comprehensive menu, including freshly baked pizza and a hearty grill section. There is also FREE WiFi, plus Sky Sports shown on the big screens.
Victoria Park
422 Cowbridge Rd East, Canton, Cardiff, CF5 1JL [Map]
Tel: 029 2038 3879
I'd walked past this place on plenty of occasions but had never quite ventured in. I don't know what I was worrying about - it's a really nice pub! Read More...
Waterguard
Harbour Drive, Cardiff Bay, CF10 4PA [Map]
Tel: 029 2049 9034
"Yes - it really is a pub!" proclaims the sign outside. You might be forgiven for thinking otherwise as this pub is a little unusual looking. Read More...
Wharf
121 Schooner Way, Atlantic Wharf, Cardiff, CF10 4EU [Map]
Tel: 029 20 405 092
The Wharf is a large bar/restaurant located alongside Atlantic Wharf in the Cardiff Bay area.
For the last 5 years, every Thursday evening, The Wharf bar has showcased some of the best comedy acts to have come to Cardiff. Read More...
Wow Bar
4a Churchill Way, Cardiff City Centre, CF10 2DW [Map]
Tel: 02920 666 247 or 02920 666 267
The Wow Bar is billed as being Cardiff's freshest & most exciting Gay venue. Open every day from 9am, food & drink is served in the comfortable bar area. There is also a Deli next door serving takeaway food. Read More...
Y Mochyn Du
Sophia Gardens, Cardiff, CF11 9HW [Map]
Tel: 029 2037 1599
On Gerddi Sophia (Sophia Gardens) in Pontcanna, the Mochyn Du is probably one of the best public houses in Cardiff, and known for its strong Welsh-speaking atmosphere. Read More...
Yard
The Old Brewery Quarter, Cardiff City Centre, CF10 1AD [Map]
Tel: 029 2022 7577
Simply put: the jewel in the crown of the Brains Brewery empire.
Newly opened on the site of the old brewery (and Albert pub) this city centre bar is possibly the most stylish yet in Cardiff. It's also one of the BIGGEST bars in Cardiff with a total capacity in excess of 800! Read More...