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Diners' Choice: Most Booked restaurants in South Wales

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Updated February 05, 2025

Looking for the most booked restaurants in South Wales? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 500,000 new global diner reviews from the past month. We sort the results by location to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


A photo of The Ivy Cardiff restaurant
4.5
4.5 (14002)
£26 to £40
Contemporary British
Cardiff
About the restaurant
The restaurant is situated across two floors with a large bar prominent on both floors, and beautiful private dining room on the first floor.
Top review
OpenTable Diner
Dined 3 days ago
Absolutely thoroughly enjoyed our evening. The service and attention to detail was so impressive. The food was beautiful and I don't think I've ever seen my husband enjoy a steak as much as he did at the Ivy Cardiff. The only flaw I'd mention, if considered a flaw, more a personal opinion really, was the music level was a tad too high so we couldn't fully enjoy the romantic sounds of the harpist. Otherwise everything was exactly what I'd expect and was a real treat for us. Finally the little birthday dessert treat was a lovely surprise. Thank you so much to all the staff.
A photo of The Ivy Asia, Cardiff restaurant
4.5
4.5 (3223)
£25 and under
Asian
Cardiff
About the restaurant
The Ivy Asia brings beautiful fusion flavours, exotic cocktails and late night entertainment to the heart of Cardiff, every night of the week. Located in St David's Shopping Centre, just a short walk from the city's historic castle and Cardiff Market, The Ivy Asia Cardiff is perfectly placed to provide a stunning sanctuary for shoppers, tourists and locals alike.
Top review
lena
Dined 4 days ago
First visit but will definitely be back. Staff were very attentive food was amazing and good value
A photo of Gaucho - Cardiff restaurant
4.5
4.5 (878)
£26 to £40
Steakhouse
Cardiff
About the restaurant
Join us this Valentine's Day for a romantic evening set in candlelight with cocktails, finest wines and Latin inspired dishes. Looking for something extra special, our Valentine's menu for £55pp including a bottle of wine is perfect to share. For starters dive into a Black Truffle and Mushroom Fugazetta (a decadent Argentinian-style pizza), for mains choose from our top cuts of steak plus sides, and to end on a sweet note we have a delicious berry-laden Mille Feuille with Chantilly cream.

At Gaucho Cardiff, every detail is crafted to enchant. The venue effortlessly blends sleek industrial design with cultural sophistication, creating an atmosphere of sultry glamour that’s both inviting and unforgettable. Whether you’re here for a business lunch, an afternoon cocktail, or an indulgent dinner, the setting elevates every moment.

Top review
Chaimae
Dined 3 days ago
Amazing ! My partner and I went there for Valentines Day. The food was great and the service was impeccable !!
A photo of Bill's Restaurant & Bar - Cardiff Central restaurant
4.4
4.4 (1835)
£25 and under
British
Cardiff
About the restaurant
Originally built in the late 1800s, Wyndham Arcade, a Grade II listed building, is home to Bill's Cardiff City Centre restaurant. The newly refurbished restaurant is packed full of colour and charm, ideal for a cosy dinner or catching up with friends. Both impressive and intimate, with little booths, nooks and crannies, there's plenty of seating including a large outdoor terrace, making Bill's Cardiff Central the perfect place for breakfast, lunch, dinner and everything in between.
Top review
OpenTable Diner
Dined on Feb 2, 2025
Great birthday meal with teenagers. Will definitely return
A photo of Butterflies Bar & Kitchen restaurant
4.9
4.9 (1441)
£25 and under
Steakhouse
Pontypool
About the restaurant
Multi-award winning restaurant situated in the heart of the World Heritage Town of Blaenavon.
Originally built in 1832 as the Cross Keys Hotel we have been serving the locals of Blaenavon and beyond for almost 200 years.

We are well known across South Wales for our award winning steaks and hearty portions

Voice awards - Best chef 2018
Voice awards - Best Sunday lunch 2019
Voice awards - Best steaks 2019
Welsh hospitality awards - Best Welsh restaurant 2021
Welsh restaurant awards - Best in South Wales 2023
Best commercial garden - 9 consecutive years
Best Restaurant in Wales 2024
Current Finalist Best Restaurant in Wales 2025

Top review
Jamie
Dined 4 days ago
Unreal meal for valentine's day. So glad we got a cancellation. Always go for the steak experience but there's so much I want to try on their awesome menu.
A photo of Bill's Restaurant & Bar - Cardiff Bay restaurant
4.3
4.3 (1595)
£25 and under
Contemporary British
Cardiff
About the restaurant
Old building with colourful interiors you wish you had in your house but aren’t quite brave enough for? Check and check. We’ve brought the classic Bill’s formula to Cardiff’s Mermaid Bay. Find us in the Pilotage Building, just follow your nose and the sound of clinking glasses.
Top review
PhilipVIP
Dined on Feb 9, 2025
I don’t usually visit Bills for breakfast but thought I’d have a change. I ordered the 5 stack pancakes with fruit and wasn’t disappointed. Pancakes were perfectly cooked and topped with maple syrup and fresh fruit consisting of Bananas, strawberries and Blueberries. Very tasty and filling dish, great presentation
A photo of Côte Brasserie - Cardiff Bay restaurant
4.4
4.4 (73)
£25 and under
French
Cardiff
About the restaurant
Cote is inspired by the brasseries of Paris, serving authentic French dishes all day in our classically designed restaurants. We are committed to producing authentic French classics, freshly cooked to order, from the highest quality sourced ingredients.
Top review
PHILIP
Dined on Jan 25, 2025
Lovely friendly staff, great food and service....always our go to restaurant!
A photo of Côte Brasserie - Cardiff Central restaurant
4.4
4.4 (94)
£25 and under
French
Cardiff
About the restaurant
Cote is inspired by the brasseries of Paris, serving authentic French dishes all day in our classically designed restaurants. We are committed to producing authentic French classics, freshly cooked to order, from the highest quality sourced ingredients.
Top review
Samuel
Dined 3 days ago
Maya waitress was great as per usual. She has served us a few times. It makes the experience more worthwhile and enjoyable. The food is great as well as the service.
A photo of The Brook Bistro restaurant
4.8
4.8 (798)
£25 and under
Modern European
Cardiff
About the restaurant
All Day Dining Menu 12pm - 11pm Tuesday to Saturday.

Breakfast & Brunch 9am - 4pm Tuesday to Saturday 9am - 12pm Sunday.

Bottomless Two Course Prosecco Brunch £37.95 10am - 4pm Tuesday - Saturday.

Great Value Weekday Two Course £18.95 menu 12pm - 6pm Tuesday to Friday & 12pm till 3pm Saturday.

Our legendary Sunday Lunch Two Course £27.95 Bookings from 12pm - 4pm .

Top review
Anna
Dined 3 days ago
The food never disappoints, always first class. Always made to feel welcome. Definitely recommend!!
A photo of Janet's restaurant
4.8
4.8 (776)
£26 to £40
Chinese
Pontypridd
About the restaurant
Janet's Pontypridd is a premier and authentic Restaurant that has been proudly serving the Pontypridd area since 2019. Since then, our mission has been to provide high-quality food for all those that wish to combine fun and enjoyable ambiance with skilful cooking into one extraordinary dining experience. We are committed to putting Pontypridd on the map as a food destination.
Top review
Karen
Dined 3 days ago
Fabulous food, absolutely delicious. We're already looking forward to going back.
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