The neighbourhoods west of Cardiff city centre form one of the capital’s richest areas for eating. Cowbridge Road East brings together long-established South Asian dining rooms, cafés and lively casual counters, while Pontcanna’s side streets hold some of the city’s most ambitious kitchens. Riverside and Leckwith widen the choice further, so a meal here can mean a crisp dosa at lunch, a generous sandwich on the move or a carefully paced tasting menu in the evening.
This guide covers very different kinds of restaurant because the best choice depends on the occasion. Mums Daily and Mattancherry are excellent for exploring the food of Kerala; Thomas, Heaneys, Gorse and ember put seasonal produce at the centre of polished modern cooking. Milkwood handles brunch with unusual care, Purple Poppadom gives regional Indian dishes a contemporary finish, and West Pizza and Big Mamma’s Sandwich Club make a strong case for keeping dinner or lunch relaxed.
Pontcanna’s smaller dining rooms reward booking ahead, particularly for a weekend meal or a fixed tasting menu. Canton is easier to approach spontaneously, although its most popular casual places can still develop queues. Menus change often at the seasonal restaurants, so use the descriptions below to choose a style rather than expecting every named dish to remain indefinitely. Whichever direction you take, these ten addresses show how much variety fits into a compact part of Cardiff.

Mums Daily Indian Restaurant
Mums Daily is the kind of busy neighbourhood restaurant that works for both a quick dosa and a table full of Keralan dishes. The menu moves beyond familiar curry-house standards into appam, puttu, flaky parotta, biryani and seafood preparations shaped by coconut, curry leaves and toasted spice. A crisp masala dosa is an easy starting point, arriving with sambar and chutneys that bring heat, tang and freshness. For a broader view, combine a bread or rice dish with a fish curry and one of the vegetable preparations.
The dining room is informal, the portions are generous and the range makes it particularly useful for mixed groups. Vegetarians have plenty to explore, while meat eaters can move between chicken, lamb and regional specials without everybody ordering the same style of sauce. Ask about chilli heat if your table has different tolerances, and mention allergies clearly because coconut, dairy, nuts and mustard may appear across the menu. Choose Mums Daily when appetite and variety matter more than ceremony.
Address: 149 Cowbridge Road East, Canton, Cardiff CF11 9AH, United Kingdom
Mums Daily Indian Restaurant & Kerala Cafe Menu
Starters
Tandoori Chicken wings
Succulent chicken wings marinated in a blend of traditional spices and yogurt, grilled to perfection in the tandoor oven, imparting a smoky flavour and tender texture, a delightful appetizer that's bursting with bold and savoury flavours
Samosa chat
A popular Indian street food delicacy featuring crispy samosas topped with tangy tamarind chutney, yogurt, mint chutney, crunchy sev, and fresh cilantro, offering a delightful explosion of flavours and textures in every bite.
Pappadom
Pappadom is a thin, crispy Indian flatbread made from seasoned lentil or chickpea flour, often served as an appetizer or accompaniment to meals, providing a crunchy texture and subtle.
Palak Chat
This dish features crispy spinach leaves as the star ingredient, which are bathed in a medley of tangy, spicy, and sweet sauces, along with assorted toppings.
Chicken Chilli Momos
Tender minced chicken, mixed with aromatic spices and herbs, encased in a thin, steamed dough wrapper. Marinated with special sauce and fried. Served with a side of tangy dipping sauce.
Gobi Manchurian
Crispy cauliflower florets, tossed in a tangy and spicy Manchurian sauce, infused with garlic, ginger, and green onions
Pan fried Paneer
Cubes of fresh paneer, marinated in a medley of spices, then pan fried to golden perfection with onions, peppers, and aromatic herbs.
Chicken Fried Momos
Chicken fried momos are delectable dumplings filled with seasoned chicken, wrapped in a thin dough, and deep-fried to achieve a crispy texture, often served with dipping sauces for added flavour.
Chilli Fish
Tender fish fillets, marinated in a zesty blend of spices and herbs, stir-fried to perfection with crisp bell peppers, onions, and a fiery chilli sauce.
Veg Samosa
samosas filled with seasoned vegetables, fold them into a triangular shape, and deep-fry or bake them until they are golden brown and crispy. Served with our special Chutney and Sauces.
Chicken Bites
Tender chicken pieces, marinated and sautéed to perfection in a symphony of spices, garlic, and ginger. Crisp bell peppers and onions add a vibrant crunch to this delightful Indo-Chinese fusion dish, finished with a tantalizing glaze of tangy and spicy sauce.
Chicken 555
Tender pieces of chicken marinated in a secret blend of spices, fried to perfection, then tossed in our special juicy sauce.
Chicken Tikka
Tender chicken marinated in a blend of aromatic spices and yogurt, then grilled to perfection.
Tiger Prawn Tandoori
Tender chicken marinated in a blend of yogurt and traditional Indian spices, then roasted to perfection. The smoky char and tender texture create a tantalizing experience for your taste buds. Served with Mint chutney, Tamarind Chutney and chef special Mayonnaise.
Tandoori Chicken
Tender chicken marinated in a blend of yogurt and traditional Indian spices, then roasted to perfection. The smoky char and tender texture create a tantalizing experience for your taste buds. Served with Mint chutney, Tamarind Chutney and chef special Mayonnaise
Beef Varities
Beef Saag
Succulent beef simmered in a luscious blend of spinach, tomatoes, and aromatic spices, creating a flavourful and wholesome dish that delights the senses with every bite.
Beef Korma
Tender beef pieces simmered in a creamy and aromatic sauce made with yogurt, cream, and a blend of spices, offering a luxurious and comforting flavour profile.
Beef Stew
Tender chunks of beef slow cooked with carrots, potatoes, onions, and aromatic herbs in a rich and flavourful broth, offering a comforting and satisfying dining experience that warms the soul.
Biriyani
Chicken Tikka Biriyani
A fusion of aromatic spices and succulent chicken tikka pieces layered with fragrant Basmati rice. Tender chicken pieces, marinated in a blend of yoghurt and spices, are grilled to perfection, infusing them with smoky flavours and tenderizing them to perfection. Layered with long-grain Basmati rice cooked with saffron, caramelized onions, and aromatic spices, each spoonful of our Chicken Tikka Biriyani offers a burst of flavours and textures. Garnished with fresh mint leaves and served with raita, chammanthi and tangy pickle.
Chicken Thalasseri Dum Biriyani
Succulent pieces of chicken, marinated in a symphony of spices and yoghurt, are layered with fragrant Kaima rice infused with saffron, caramelized onions, and fresh mint leaves. Slow cooked to perfection in the traditional dum style, the flavours meld together, creating a rich and aromatic biriyani that tantalizes the senses. Each bite unveils a burst of flavours, from the tender chicken to the aromatic rice, punctuated by the subtle heat of spices and the sweetness of caramelized onions. Served with raita, Chammanthi and spicy pickle.
Tiger Prawns Biriyani
A fragrant and flavourful Indian rice dish cooked with succulent tiger prawns, aromatic spices, and long-grain basmati rice, creating a deliciously layered and indulgent seafood biryani experience. Served with raita, Chammanthi and spicy pickle.
Bread Items
Adicha Porotta- Single
Chappathi
Butter Naan
Plain Naan
Chicken Varities
Chicken Mappas
Tender chicken pieces gently simmered in a creamy coconut milk gravy, infused with the warmth of aromatic spices and the subtle tanginess of fresh tomatoes.
Kadai Chicken
Tender pieces of chicken are cooked to perfection in a traditional kadai (wok) with a fragrant blend of roasted spices, including coriander, cumin, and dried red chilies. The rich tomato-based gravy infused with bell peppers, onions, and aromatic herbs adds layers of complexity to every bite.
Chicken Saag
Succulent pieces of chicken are simmered to perfection in a velvety spinach puree, infused with a medley of traditional Indian spices, including cumin, coriander, and garam masala. our Chicken Saag is a comforting and nourishing dish that embodies the essence of Indian home cooking, promising a culinary journey you won't soon forget.
Butter Chicken
Tender pieces of chicken are marinated in a velvety blend of yogurt and spices, then simmered to perfection in a rich, creamy tomato sauce infused with butter and aromatic herbs.
Chicken Korma
Tender pieces of chicken simmered in a velvety blend of yogurt, cream, infused with a delicate balance of aromatic spices. It's a gastronomic journey that promises to delight the senses and leave you craving more
Chilli Chicken
Succulent pieces of chicken are marinated in a savoury blend of soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and aromatic spices, then stir-fried to perfection with colourful bell peppers, onions, and green chilies. The result is a harmonious fusion of tender chicken and vibrant vegetables, coated in a lip-smacking sauce that packs a punch of heat and flavour.
Chicken Tikka Masala
Succulent pieces of chicken, marinated in a blend of yogurt and spices, are charred to perfection in the tandoor (clay oven), then simmered in a rich and creamy tomato-based sauce infused with aromatic spices such as cumin, coriander, and garam masala.
Chicken Stew
Slow cooked to perfection, tender pieces of chicken mingle with carrots, potatoes, peas in a savoury broth infused with aromatic herbs and spices. Our Chicken Stew is a timeless classic that warms the soul and leaves you craving another bowl.
Dosa
Onion Oothappam
Set of 2 onion oothappams topped with finely chopped onions and a blend of spices.
Thattu Dosa
Set of 3 mini dosas with a side of chutneys.
Masala Dosa
A traditional South Indian dosa crafted into a triangular shape, generously filled with a savory mixture of spiced potatoes, onions, and herbs, served with coconut chutney and sambar, offering a unique and delicious twist on a beloved classic.
Ghee Roast
A delectable South Indian delicacy featuring crispy dosa smeared with aromatic ghee, offering a perfect balance of flavour and texture, served with coconut chutney and sambar
Fish Varities
Fish Moli
Made with tender fish fillets cooked in a creamy and mildly spiced coconut milk sauce, enriched with aromatic spices and curry leaves, delivering a harmonious blend of flavours from the southern coast of India.
Fish Masala
Tender pieces of fish simmered in a rich and aromatic masala sauce, infused with a harmonious blend of traditional Indian spices, creating a flavourful and satisfying seafood delight that tantalizes the taste buds.
Prawns Tikka Masala
Juicy prawns marinated in a tantalizing blend of traditional spices and yogurt, cooked to perfection in a creamy tomato-based masala sauce, offering a harmonious fusion of flavours that delights the palate.
Prawns Roast
Succulent prawns marinated in a fragrant blend of spices, pan-seared to perfection, offering a tantalizing burst of flavour with every bite, a seafood delicacy that delights the palate
Kerala Café Menu / Kizhi special
Kizhi Mix porotta
Mix of spiced beef and chicken are wrapped in flaky porotta bread and steamed in banana leaves for a burst of traditional flavour.
Kizhi Chicken Porotta
Spiced chicken is wrapped in flaky porotta bread and steamed in banana leaves for a burst of traditional flavours.
Kizhi Beef Parotta
Layering and flattening dough, which is then cooked on a griddle and crumpled into a ball-like shape, offering a soft and flaky texture perfect for soaking up flavourful curries and gravies.
Kizhi Chicken Biriyani
Marinated chicken and aromatic basmati rice are layered and slow-cooked in banana leaf parcels, infusing the dish with a unique blend of spices and herbs, creating a tender and fragrant biryani experience.
Kizhi Pazhamporiyum- Beefum
Ripe bananas and spiced beef slices wrapped in a banana leaf, deep-fried to golden perfection, offering a flavourful and satisfying combination of sweet and savoury tastes with a hint of aromatic spices.
Main Dish
Pazhamporiyum- Beefum
Tender slices of beef, marinated in a blend of spices, are paired with 2 ripe banana slices and coated in a light batter. Deep-fried to golden perfection, each bite offers a delightful contrast of savoury beef and sweet banana, creating a tantalizing culinary experience that satisfies the palate.
Thani naadan Curries
Pothu Roast
Tender beef pieces slow cooked with aromatic spices, onions, tomatoes, and a hint of coconut milk, resulting in a flavourful and comforting meal with a luscious sauce perfect for pairing with rice or bread.
Pothu Fry
Tender beef pieces marinated with spices, pan-fried until crispy, and garnished with toasted coconut flakes, offering a delightful combination of textures and flavours emblematic of Kerala cuisine.
Naadan Meen Curry
Tender fish pieces cooked in a tangy and spicy gravy made with coconut milk, tamarind, tomatoes, onions, and aromatic spices, offering a delightful burst of flavours emblematic of regional Indian cuisine.
Kerala Kozhi Kondattam
Tender chicken pieces are marinated with spices, pan-fried until crispy, and then roasted with fiery crushed chili flakes, offering a bold and spicy flavour profile that is quintessential to Kerala cuisine.
Kerala Kozhi Roast
Tender chicken pieces marinated in a blend of spices, curry leaves, and coconut oil, roasted to perfection, offering a tantalizing balance of heat, tanginess, and aromatic richness characteristic of Kerala cuisine.
Naadan Kozhi Curry
Tender chicken pieces cooked in a rich and aromatic gravy made with coconut milk, tomatoes, onions, and an array of spices, delivering a flavourful and comforting culinary experience rooted in regional Indian cuisine.
Kids Starters
Potato Fries
Golden - fried potato, perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside,generously sprinkled with special masala.
Lamb Varities
Lamb Saga
Tender pieces of succulent lamb are simmered to perfection in a fragrant blend of spinach, fenugreek leaves, and aromatic spices. The earthy goodness of spinach complements the tender lamb, creating a harmonious fusion of flavours that tantalizes the taste buds.
Lamb Korma
Succulent pieces of tender lamb are simmered in a velvety blend of yogurt, cream, and aromatic spices, including cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves. The richness of the sauce perfectly complements the delicate texture of the lamb, creating a harmonious balance of flavours that dance on the palate.
Mums Daily Special
Egg Fried Rice
Cooked rice is stir-fried with scrambled eggs, vegetables, and soy sauce.
Veg Fried Rice
Stir-frying cooked rice with a mix of fresh vegetables and seasonings like soy sauce and garlic.
Veg Noodles
Stir-frying noodles with a variety of fresh vegetables. Flavoured with soy sauce, garlic, and other seasonings.
Chicken Fried Rice
Fragrant rice stir-fried with tender pieces of chicken, crisp vegetables, and aromatic spices, creating a flavourful and satisfying dish that's both hearty and delicious.
Chicken Noodles
Tender chicken pieces stir-fried with crisp vegetables and springy noodles in a savoury blend of spices and sauces, creating a flavourful and satisfying dish that's perfect for any palate.
Rice
Butter Garlic Rice
Fragrant Indian Basmati rice infused with the richness of butter and the aroma of garlic, a delightful side dish to elevate your meal.
Plain Rice
Light and fluffy grains of Basmati rice, a versatile and satisfying accompaniment to any dish.
Neychoru
Fragrant Kerala-style rice cooked to perfection in Ghee, a soulful staple of South Indian cuisine
Chicken Tikka Rice
Juicy chicken tikka pieces nestled in fragrant rice, a delightful fusion of flavours and textures.
Tandoor
Tandoori Chicken wings
Succulent chicken wings marinated in a blend of traditional spices and yogurt, grilled to perfection in the tandoor oven, imparting a smoky flavour and tender texture, a delightful appetizer that's bursting with bold and savoury flavours
Chicken Tikka
Tender chicken marinated in a blend of aromatic spices and yogurt, then grilled to perfection.
Tiger Prawn Tandoori
Tender chicken marinated in a blend of yogurt and traditional Indian spices, then roasted to perfection. The smoky char and tender texture create a tantalizing experience for your taste buds. Served with Mint chutney, Tamarind Chutney and chef special Mayonnaise.
Tandoori Chicken
Tender chicken marinated in a blend of yogurt and traditional Indian spices, then roasted to perfection. The smoky char and tender texture create a tantalizing experience for your taste buds. Served with Mint chutney, Tamarind Chutney and chef special Mayonnaise
Veg Varities
Chana Saag
Tender chickpeas cooked in a vibrant spinach-based gravy, seasoned with aromatic spices, offering a nutritious and flavourful vegetarian option with a delightful blend of textures and flavours.
Chana Masala
Tender chickpeas simmered in a flavourful tomato-based sauce infused with aromatic spices, offering a hearty and satisfying vegetarian option with a perfect balance of tanginess and warmth.
Shaahi Paneer
Tender cubes of paneer cooked in a rich and creamy gravy infused with aromatic spices, cashews, and cream, creating a regal and indulgent vegetarian dish fit for royalty.
Paneer Saaga
Tender cubes of paneer simmered in a velvety spinach gravy, delicately spiced with aromatic herbs and seasonings, creating a wholesome and flavourful vegetarian dish that's both nourishing and satisfying.
Paneer Lababdar
Tender cubes of paneer cooked in a rich and creamy tomato-based gravy, infused with aromatic spices and finished with a touch of cream, creating a luxurious and flavourful vegetarian dish that captivates the palate.
Paneer Tikka Masala
Succulent paneer cubes marinated in traditional spices, grilled to perfection, and simmered in a rich and creamy tomato-based masala sauce, creating a mouth-watering vegetarian delicacy that's bursting with flavour and aroma.
Kadai Paneer
Tender cubes of paneer cooked with bell peppers, onions, and aromatic spices in a rich tomato-based gravy, infused with the smoky flavour of the kadai (wok), offering a delightful vegetarian dish that's both hearty and aromatic.
Daal Tadka
Yellow lentils tempered with aromatic spices, garlic, and onions, then finished with a fragrant tadka of ghee, cumin seeds, and red chili, creating a comforting and flavourful dish.
Veg Korma
A medley of fresh vegetables cooked in a creamy, aromatic sauce made with yogurt, cream, and a medley of spices, providing a delightful and comforting vegetarian option.
Drinks
Sweet Lassi
Special Neembu Pani
Mango Lassi
Naadan Paal Kaappi
Kattan Kaapi/ Sulaimaani
Adicha Masala Chaaya
Adicha Chaaya

Thomas, the brasserie
Thomas combines French brasserie technique with Welsh produce in a room that feels polished without becoming formal. The menu can move from crisp snacks and seafood starters to carefully cooked fish, substantial meat dishes and charcoal-grilled cuts. Sauces and garnishes receive as much attention as the central ingredient, which makes even a familiar combination feel considered. Small plates are useful for sharing, while the set and à la carte formats let diners decide whether the meal should be focused or expansive.
This is a versatile address for a date, a family milestone or a leisurely lunch. The cooking is generous, so a progression of snacks, starter, main and dessert can become a substantial meal; lighter appetites should order in stages. Vegetarian dishes are built with the same level of detail as the rest of the menu, though the seasonal changes mean anyone with complex dietary needs should contact the restaurant before visiting. Thomas suits diners who want special-occasion quality with the warmth of a neighbourhood brasserie.
Address: 3 & 5 Pontcanna Street, Pontcanna, Cardiff CF11 9HQ, United Kingdom
Thomas by Tom Simmons Menu
For the Table
House Made Potato Ciabatta
House salted butter
Tom’s Fried Chicken
Lime mayo, sesame, coriander
Mushroom Croquettes
Truffle mayo, parmesan, cep powder
Gordal Olives
Arbequena olive oil
Whipped Taramasalata
Tom’s crisps, lemon oil, dill
Pembrokeshire Oyster
Smoked butter, cucumber, dill
To Start
Pea & Mint Soup
Cheddar waffle
Mushroom Parfait
Pickled mushrooms, black garlic, toast
Warm Smoked Salmon
Pickled cucumber, smoked butter
Red Prawn tortellini
Pickled cucumber, bisque
Raw/Cold
St Brides Crab Crumpet
Crème fraîche, fine herbs
Cornish Blue Fin Tuna
Avocado, ponzu, sesame
Fillet of Beef Tartare
House dressing, Tom’s crisps
Isle of Wight Tomato Tart
Crowdie, black garlic, basil
Mains & Grill
“Fish & Chips”
Cornish cod, curried scraps, crushed peas, warm tartar sauce, Tom’s chips
Short Rib & Suet Pudding
Baked potato mash, beef jus
Creedy Carver Duck Breast
Fennel marmalade, crushed turnips, pinenuts
“The Rossini”
Fillet steak, mushroom parfait, brioche, spinach, truffle & madeira jus
Roasted Whole Chicken
for two; House salad, fries, tarragon butter
Day Boat Fish
White crab, caper & raisin, parsley, brioche
Ricotta Agnolotti
Smoked tomato, broad bean, courgette, parmesan
Lamb Cannon
Tomato fondue, potato rösti, crispy lamb belly
35 day dry aged Sirloin
for two
Fillet of Beef
Short rib & mushroom tart
Butternut Squash Pithivier
Goats cheese, pine nut, onion jus
Iberico Pork Loin
Pickled White cabbage, apple cider
Sauces
All £4
Green Peppercorn
Truffle Hollandaise
Harrogate Blue Cheese Sauce
Red Wine Jus
Brasserie – Sides
Glazed Carrots
Spiced seeds
Creamed Spinach
Garlic, nutmeg, lemon
House Salad
Local leaves, house dressing, fine herbs
Fine Beans
Confit shallots, toasted almonds
Mac ‘n’ Cheese
Four cheeses, cheese & onion crumble
Tatws
Tom’s Chips
Parmesan, garlic
Fries
House seasoning
Baked Potato Mash
Dauphinoise Potato
Cream, garlic, nutmeg
Dessert
Warm Chocolate Mousse
Milk ice cream, miso, streussel
Tiramisu
Whipped Mascarpone, espresso, cocoa
Salted Caramel Custard Tart
Crème fraîche
Warm Vanilla Rice Pudding
Coconut sorbet, roasted pineapple
Peach Soft Serve
Champagne, milk
Perl Wen Toasted Waffle
Sherry caramel, truffle
Sgroppino
Elderflower, prosecco, whipped lemon sorbet
Salt & Vinegar Martini
TENS Vodka, dry vermouth, olive brine, white balsamic
Porto Tonico
White port, Cucumber tonic
French 75
Welsh gin, lemon sherbet, Champagne
Small Plates
Raw Carmarthenshire Beef
Charcoal mayo, manchego, sourdough
Grilled Oysters (x3)
Smoked butter sauce, celery & apple
British Burrata
Jalapeño gazpacho, Isle of Wight tomatoes
Moxon's Smoked Salmon
Pickled cucumber, crème fraîche, miso rye
Local Lobster Roll (per piece)
Toasted milk bread, curry mayo, coriander
Grilled XL Prawns
Garlic butter, bisque
Mushroom Croquettes
Parmesan, truffle mayo
Larger Plates
Red Pepper Rice
BBQ leek, parmesan
BBQ Chicken Breast
Caesar butter, bitter leaves
Welsh Pork Chop
Baked apple purée, jus gras
Salt Baked Celeriac
Hazelnut romesco, aubergine jus
Footlong Toastie
Black bomber, truffled leeks
SBTS Lunch – Sides
Rock 'n' Dough Focaccia
Marmite & truffle butter
Gordal Olives
Marmite butter
Whipped Cod's Roe
Lemon oil, fine herbs, rye
Local Salad Leaves
House dressing
Koffman's Fries
House seasoning
Roasted New Potatoes
Crispy chilli butter
Sunday Menu
Potato Ciabatta
House salted butter
Gordal Olives
Arbequena olive oil
Whipped Taramasalata
Tom’s crisps
Duck leg croquette, spiced carrot, fennel marmalade
Salmon rillettes, cucumber, horseradish, dill
Seasonal Soup, black bomber waffle
Isle of Wight tomato tart, crowdie, black garlic, basil
Welsh rib of beef, Yorkshire pudding, horseradish
Roasted pork belly, apple sauce
Day boat fish, crab, caper & raisin, brioche
Four seed nut roast
Lemon meringue tart, crème fraiche
Peanut butter parfait, salted caramel, banana ice cream
Tiramisu, whipped mascarpone, espresso, cocoa
Set Lunch & Early Bird Menu
2 course £28 • 3 course £35
House Potato Ciabatta & Smoked Butter
Chilled Leek & Potato veloutè
Chive, parmesan
Cornish Blue Fin Tuna
Avocado, ponzu, sesame
Welsh Venison Haunch
Beetroot, blackberries, cavolo nero
Broccoli & Stilton Tart
Shallot vinaigrette, roasted broccoli
Warm Chocolate Mousse
Passionfruit sorbet, miso caramel
Raspberry & Vanilla Cheesecake
Raspberry sorbet
Simmons by the Sea Tasting Menu
Tasting Menu £80
Rock’n’Dough Bread & Roast Chicken Butter
Whipped Cod’s Roe & Tom’s Crisps
Gordal Olives
Chestnut Mushroom Parfait
Pickled shimejis, black garlic, toasted sourdough
St Brides Lobster Ravioli
Truffled leeks, bisque
Packington Chicken Breast
Pancetta & leg boudin, onion purée, jus gras
Dark Chocolate Crémeux
Caramelia namelaka, salted hazelnuts

Heaneys
Heaneys is for diners who enjoy bold, modern cooking but prefer a relaxed room to a hushed one. Its changing menus can bring together oysters, seafood, carefully handled fish, barbecued meat and vegetables sharpened with pickles, ferments or smoke. Influences travel beyond Wales, yet the combinations usually keep the main ingredient clear. The tasting menu gives the kitchen room to build contrasts across several courses; lunch and shorter formats offer a more flexible introduction to the same energetic style.
Expect confident seasoning and dishes that may pair richness with pronounced acidity, spice or savoury depth. That character makes Heaneys a good choice for an adventurous date or a food-focused celebration, particularly for a table happy to follow the kitchen’s lead. The atmosphere stays personable even when the plates are intricate. Because the menu changes frequently and cannot cover every dietary requirement, give the team advance notice of allergies rather than expecting substantial substitutions after sitting down.
Address: 6–10 Romilly Crescent, Pontcanna, Cardiff CF11 9NR, United Kingdom
Heaneys Restaurant Menu
Tasting Menu '26
Taster 85 | Additional Wine Pairing 70 | Short Taster 65 | Additional Wine Pairing 50. Supplements: Pickled Carlingford Oyster £4.5, Truffled Baron Bigod £15. Discretionary service charge of 12.5%.
Pickled Carlingford Oyster
Chili | Cucumber
Chicken & Fenugreek Broth
Aged Comté Cheese & Onion
Brown Crab
Cucumber | Chilli Garlic
Sourdough
Marmite
Chalkstream Trout
Yuzu | Koshikari Rice | Soy | Coal Oil
Orkney Scallop
Green Curry | Pistachio | Raw Citrus
Wye Valley Asparagus
Smoked Ricotta | Pike Roe | Hazelnut | Salt Cod
Welsh Bass
Jersey Royal | Sourdough & Caviar Butter | Wild Garlic
BBQ Lamb
Yeasted Cauliflower | Cured Belly | Morell
Truffled Baron Bigod
Irish Veda | Welsh Honey
Gelli Farm Raw Milk Soft Serve
British Strawberries | Citrus & Szechuan Pepper
Peanut Butter
Miso Caramel | Banana | Ginger
Sourdough | Marmite
Sunday Lunch
Two Courses 38 | Three Course 43. Children's portions available. Discretionary service charge of 12.5%.
Carlingford Oyster
Chilli | Cucumber
Raw Oyster
Garden Mignonette
Crispy Oyster
Katsu Curry
Bloody Mary Oyster
Celery
Boquerones
Gordal Olives
Chorizo Iberico Bellota
Smoked Trout Parfait
Cider | Marinated Trout Roe | Yesterday's Bread Crackers
Wye Valley Asparagus & Smoked Ricotta Tart
Salt Cod Veloute
Jersey Royals
Warm Buttermilk | Kombu | Jamon Iberico | Chive
Dry Aged Beef
Braised Short Rib | Yorkshire Pudding | Horseradish
BBQ Welsh Lamb
Confit Shoulder | Mint
Pembrokeshire Chicken
Crispy Thigh | Wild Garlic
Cornish Hake
Hake Scampi | Lobster Bisque | Smoked Avruga
Confit Leek & Worcester Gold Pithivier
Sourdough Beurre Blanc
Roast Hay Soft Serve
British Strawberries | Elderflower
Peanut Butter Parfait
Banana | Miso | Peanut | Rum
Selection of Cheese
Pickled Walnut | Lavoche

Milkwood
Milkwood gives brunch the attention of a serious restaurant. Familiar breakfasts sit beside Welsh touches such as cockles with bacon and poached egg on toast, while seasonal salads, waffles, buns and lighter plates keep the menu useful beyond the full breakfast. The kitchen is good at balancing richness with herbs, pickles or something fresh, so larger dishes avoid feeling monotonous. Coffee is treated with care, and a piece of bara brith makes a fitting finish when you want something sweet without committing to a full dessert.
The bright Pontcanna room suits friends meeting after a walk, families and anyone who wants a leisurely daytime meal. Weekend demand can make the room busy, so allow time rather than treating it as a rushed refuelling stop. Evening service on selected days brings wine, cocktails and a more snack-led mood, but brunch remains the clearest expression of Milkwood’s strengths. It is the right choice when a group wants comfort, thoughtful produce and enough range to bridge breakfast and lunch appetites.
Address: 83 Pontcanna Street, Pontcanna, Cardiff CF11 9HS, United Kingdom
Milkwood Menu
Pizzette
Garlic & Pecorino Romano
Salami, Copacollo & Chilli
Caramelized Onion, Mushroom & Rocket
Chargrilled SArtichoke, Gordal Olive & Roast Pepper
Confit Tomato, Mozarella, Pecorino & Fresh Basil
Snacks
Smoked almonds
Olives
Salad of Confit Cherry Tomato, Roasted Peppers and Artichokes, Boconcino Mozzarella and Basil
Charcuterie of capocollo and fennel salami
Tinned Fish
Cantabrian anchovies
Sardines in Olive Oil
Mussels escabeche
Cheese
Baron Bigod Suffolk brie & truffle honey
Treats
Affrogato
Clifton Coffee Espresso & Ice Cream (vegan available)
Breakfast and Brunch
menus subject to change, additional seasonal items on our special board
House granola with mixed berries and yoghurt/coconut yoghurt
(v/ve)
Waffles with mixed berries yoghurt and maple syrup
(v) (add buttermilk fried chicken +£5)
Milkwood Breakfast
Eggs, Smoked streaky bacon, hash browns, house sausage, slow roast tomato, sourdough toast
Milkwood Veggie Breakfast
(V) Vegan available. Eggs, fried halloumi, hash browns, rancheros beans, roast tomato, sourdough toast
Breakfast Bun
Sausage patty, hash browns, American cheese, fried egg, Sriracha mayo. Add patty + £2
Breakfast Bhaji Bun
(Ve) Onion & chickpea bhaji, avocado, cucumber and mint, mango and chilli ketchup, coconut yoghurt
Bacon, cockles and laverbread on toast
add poached eggs + £1.50 each
Avocado on toast
(ve) add poached eggs + £1.50 each
Huevos Rancheros
(v) (gf) (v) add chorizo + £3. fresh corn tacos, ranch beans, fried eggs, feta cheese and avocado
Buttermilk fried Chicken Bun
Crispy chicken, sriracha mayo, american cheese, house pickles and skinny fries
Garlic mushrooms on toast with a fried egg
(v)
Sweet
Bara Brith
Basque Burnt Cheesecake
Homemade Chocolate brownie
Cocktails at Dusk
Elderflower | Pistachio Mai Tai
East London Rum | Orange Wine | Bay Leaf
Rhubarb | Grapefruit Paloma
Tapatio Reposado Tequila | Orange Wine | CO2
Lemongrass | Limeleaf Margarita
Tapatio Reposado Tequila | Kumquat
Passion Fruit | Honeydew Spritz
No. 3 Gin | Pét- Nat Wine | CO2
Peach | Jasmine Negroni
No. 3 Gin | Campari | Cocchi Americano
Strawberry | Palo Santo Old Fashioned
Maker's Mark Bourbon | Angostura
Mocktails
Lemongrass | Limelead Margarita
Three Spirit Livener | Grapefruit
Strawberry | Palo Santo Buck
Three Spirit Social Elixir | Ginger Ale
Beer, Wine and Cider
Flowerhorn 'Yawn' Pale Ale
Estella Damm (330ml)
Hallets Cider (500ml)
Sentio Prosecco (Treviso)
Sol Organic Verdejo (Toledo, La Mancha)
Domain Guillaman Columbard Savignon Blanc (Gascony)
Rosailles Rose (Loire)
Sol organic Tempranillo (Toledo, La Mancha)
Villa Blanche Malbec (Languedoc)
Cocktails
Aperol Spritz
Bloody Mary
Mimosa
Margerita
G&T
Soft Drinks
Coca Cola/ diet/ lemonade
Frobishers Apple/ Orange/ Pineapple/ Bumbleberry juice
San Pellegrino Blood Orange
Orangina
Appletiser
Sparkling elderflower
Sparkling water
Ginger beer

Purple Poppadom
Purple Poppadom takes regional Indian flavours into a colourful, contemporary dining room above Cowbridge Road East. The cooking has a refined edge without losing the depth that makes the dishes satisfying: Kerala-style seafood, carefully layered curries, paneer and biryani all show how spice can add aroma and structure rather than heat alone. The pastry-topped Malabar biryani is a particularly distinctive centrepiece, while fish and chicken dishes often combine crisp textures with coconut, tamarind or fragrant sauces.
A tasting menu is the best route for diners who want the kitchen to shape the evening, while the wider menu works well for a table that prefers to share and compare. This is a strong celebration choice for people who know Indian food and want a more composed experience than a standard curry house. Portions and richness can build quickly, so resist ordering every appealing side at once. Tell the restaurant about dietary needs when booking, especially where nuts, dairy or shellfish are a concern.
Address: Upper Floor, 185A Cowbridge Road East, Canton, Cardiff CF11 9AJ, United Kingdom
Purple Poppadom Menu
Starters
A LA CARTE
Sheekh Kebab
Lamb mince with fragrant spices and cooked in the tandoor. Dietary Requirements: D
The Streets of Mumbai
Aloo Tikki – potato cake served on a bed of spiced chickpeas | Bombay Chat – pop-in-the mouth semolina pastry snack filled with yoghurt and homemade chutney, topped with gram flour vermicelli | Tangy Puffed Rice Salad with tamarind chutney. Dietary Requirements: D, G
Vegetable Variations
Delicately spiced mushroom cake | Mirchi Pakoda – Green pepper stuffed with spiced potatoes | Broccoli floret marinated with cheese, finished in tandoor. Dietary Requirements: D, G, M
Paneer
Paneer – Indian cottage cheese, bell peppers marinated with Kashmiri chillies, cooked in tandoor. Dietary Requirements: D
Crab
Crispy soft-shell crab dusted with curry leaves and garlic | A spiced crab cake encased in crispy breadcrumbs. Dietary Requirements: C, G, M
Salmon Duo
Salmon infused with dill leaves and cooked in tandoor | Spice-infused Salmon cake. Dietary Requirements: D,F, G, M
Scallops
Pan-seared Scallops with a moilee sauce of garlic, ginger and coconut milk, topped with shallot and chilli relish. Dietary Requirements: C, D
King Prawns
King Prawn, polichathu masala, finished in the tandoor, served with greens tossed in a moilee sauce of garlic, ginger and coconut milk. Dietary Requirements: C, D
Chicken Connoisseur
A trio of chicken breast: marinated with mint and coriander | Kashniri chillies | creamy cheese. Dietary Requirements: D
Pidi with Tharavu
Duck in a classical Syrian Christian creation – Kottayam style | ‘Pidi’ steamed rice dumplings poached in a spiced coconut sauce topped with Tharavu – cubed duck cooked with spices, Crisp of duck leg confit. Dietary Requirements: M
Keema Pau
Beef mince delicately cooked with aromatic spices, brioche and Quail eggs. Dietary Requirements: D,G
Vegetables
Available as Main Dish | Side Dish. Our vegetarian dishes can be made vegan, except for Dal Makhani. Please request when ordering.
Vegetarian Platter
A delicious mox of dishes: Paneer Lababdar | Saag Khumb | Dal Bhindi, Served with steam rice and naan. Dietary Requirements: V,D,G,M,N
Bhindi
Okra simmered in an aromatic coconut sauce infused with home-made curry powder & pandan leaves, tempered with mustard, shallots and curry leaves. Dietary Requirements: VG,M
Bombay Aloo
New potatoes stir-fried with onions and tomatoes and tempered with cumin seeds. Dietary Requirements: VG
Dal Makhni
Slow-cooked classic black lentils, finished with butter and cream. Dietary Requirements: D
Thoran
Experience our traditional Kerala dish of vegetables tempered with mustard and fresh coconut. Dietary Requirements: VG, M
Subz Kadai
Seasonal vegetables gently tossed with onions, tomatoes, and kadai spices. Dietary Requirements: VG
Chana Masala
Chickpeas cooked with onions, tomatoes, and Chef’s blend of spices. Dietary Requirements: VG
Saag Khumb
Leaf spinach and mushrooms gently sautéed with chillies and garlic. Dietary Requirements: D
Dal Tadka
Yellow lentils tempered with cumin seeds and garlic. Dietary Requirements: D
Vegetable Curry
Seasonal fresh vegetables simmered in an aromatic coconut sauce infused with home-made curry powder & pandan leaves, tempered with mustard, shallots and curry leaves. Dietary Requirements: VG, M
Vegetarian Platter
A delicious mix of dishes: Paneer Lababdar | Saag Khumb| Dal makhni | Bhindi, Served with steamed rice and naan. Dietary Requirements: V, D, G, N
Sides
Saffron Pilav Rice
Dietary Requirements: VG
Raita
Dietary Requirements: V, D
Speciality Bread Basket
Dietary Requirements: V, G, D, N
Lamb Keema Naan
Dietary Requirements: D, G
Laccha Paratha
Dietary Requirements: V, D, G
Tandoori Roti
Dietary Requirements: VG,G
Peshwari Naan
Dietary Requirements: V, D, G, N
Garlic Naan
Dietary Requirements: V, D, G
Mint & Coriander Naan
Dietary Requirements: V, D, G
Plain Naan
Dietary Requirements: V, D, G
Coconut Rice
Dietary Requirements: VG
Steamed Rice
Dietary Requirements: VG
Poppadoms & Chutneys
Dietary Requirements: V,D,M
All Together Now
Indian café-style thalis served Monday to Thursday, 12 noon – 4.45 pm (last orders). Each platter includes a starter, sides, and fixings.
Chicken
Chicken Tikka Salad, Murgh Makhni, Seasonal Vegetable, Steamed Rice, Baby Naan, Poppadom
Lamb
Sheek Kebab, Salad, Lamb Rogan Josh, Seasonal Vegetable, Steamed Rice, Baby Naan, Poppadom
Prawn
Prawn Fry, Salad, Prawn Curry, Seasonal Vegetable, Steamed Rice, Baby Naan, Poppadom
Vegetable
Paneer Tikka, Salad, Paneer Makhni, Seasonal Vegetable, Steamed Rice, Baby Naan, Poppadom
Vegan
Onion Pakora, Mango Chutney, Nadan Vegetable Curry, Seasonal Vegetable, Steamed Rice, Baby Naan, Poppadom
Weekend Set Menu
3-Course Set Menu – served every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, available 12 noon – 4.45 pm (last order 4.45pm). Vegetarian option available. Price: 24.95 per person.
Aloo Tikki
Potato cake served on a bed of spiced chickpeas
Mushroom cake
Chicken Breast marinated with mint and coriander then finished in the tandoor
Prawn Moilee
Tiger Prawns steeped in a moilee sauce of garlic, ginger, and coconut milk
Murgh Labadar
In the Mughlai style of cooking of North India, famous for its rich heartwarming food, tandoori chicken tikka in a spiced onion and tomato sauce
Thoran
Experience our traditional Kerala dish of vegetables tempered with mustard and fresh coconut
Crème Brûlée
Mains
Discover real curry! Reflecting the regional variations of Indian cooking from the mountains of the north, to the coconut fringed backwaters of the coastal south. Dietary legend: (V) = Vegetarian | (VG) = Vegan | (N) = Contains Nuts | (G) = Contains Gluten | (D) = Contains Dairy | (C) = Contains Crustaceans | (F) = Contains Fish | (M) = Contains Mustard | (E) = Contains Egg.
Lamb Chops
Grilled lamb chops, stir-fried greens, roasted new potatoes, dates and aubergine chutney, with its own sauce reduction. Dietary Requirements: D
Tandoori Kebab Platter
Lamb Chop, Paneer Tikka, Chicken Tikka, Sheek Kebab. Dietary Requirements: D
Raan Akbari
A classic dish of slow-braised lamb shank marinated with spices finished in the tandoor, served in its own sauce reduction and roasted potatoes. Dietary Requirements: D
Tiffin Sea Bass
Anand George’s signature dish, commemorating Chef’s winning of the Tiffin Cup 2008 & 2013, for Best South Asian Restaurant in the UK; sea bass, pan-seared and served on a bed of curry leaf infused mashed potato; in a tongue-tickling raw mango, ginger and coconut sauce with beetroot pachadi. Dietary Requirements: D, F, M
Seafood Platter
The stars align with Tandoori Prawn, Tandoori Salmon, Soft Shell Crab, Scallop. Dietary Requirements: C, D, F
Malabar Biryani
Our Biryani is created in the authentic Kerala style, served under a flaky crust, for maximum flavour and tenderness, enhanced by fragrant spices, and accompanied by homemade Raita. Choose from: Chicken Tikka, Lamb, Vegetable, Prawn (C). Dietary Requirements: Please see selection above
Burrata Lababdar
Burrata cheese, served on our classic Lababdar sauce – A Mughlai Delicacy. Dietary Requirements: V, D, N
Paneer Makhani
Indian cottage cheese steeped in a rich tomato sauce flavoured with fenugreek leaves. Dietary Requirements: V, D, N
Prawn
Choice of: Alleppey sauce: A clever blend of raw mango, ginger and coconut Moilee sauce: Garlic and turmeric-infused sauce laced with coconut milk. Dietary Requirements: C
Murgh Makhani
Tandoori chicken tikka in a rich tomato sauce flavoured with fenugreek leaves. Dietary Requirements: D, N
Murgh Lababdar
In the Mughlai style of cooking of North India, famous for its rich heart-warming food, tandoori chicken tikka in a spiced onion and tomato sauce. Dietary Requirements: D, N
Coconut Chicken
Delicious chicken thigh curry with Pandan leaves, shallots, spiked with home-made curry powder, turmeric and coconut milk. Dietary Requirements: M
Lamb Rogan Josh
A classic dish of lamb slow-cooked for ultimate tenderness, in authentic Kashmiri style with onions and spices, finished with fennel seeds and saffron. Dietary Requirements: D
Saag Gosht
A traditional dish from North-Western India – lamb cooked with leaf spinach, onion tomatoes and spices, flavoured with fenugreek leaves. Dietary Requirements: D
Calicut Beef
Beef brisket simmered in a perfect combination of spices and flavours, inspired by street food of Calicut on the Malabar Coast of Kerala. Dietary Requirements:
Discovery – 7-course Chef’s Taster Menu
Seven courses. 65.00 per person. Add 40.00 for matching wines. Vegetarian option is available. Booking is essential. Dietary Requirements: (C) = Contains Crustaceans | (D) = Contains Dairy | (E) = Contains Egg | (G) = Contains Gluten | (M) = Contains Mustard | (S) = Contains Sesame Seeds. Allergens: Prepared in a kitchen that handles nuts.
Amuse Bouche
Salmon
Salmon infused with dill leaves & cooked in tandoor. Served on a bed of curry leaf infused mash potato & Malabar sauce. Paired with Esencia Divina Albarino, Rias Baixas, (Spain) – 75ml.
Burrata
Burrata Cheese, served on our classic Lababdar sauce; a Mughlai delicacy. Served with mint & coriander naan. Paired with Great Bear Zinfandel Rose California (USA) – 75ml.
Chicken
Chicken breast marinated with creamy cheese, cooked in tandoor, served with chicken thigh pickle. Paired with Allan Scott Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc (New Zealand) – 75ml.
Lamb
Grilled lamb chop, stir-fried greens, cumin potatoes, date & aubergine chutney. Paired with Lunaka Pinot Noir (Chile) – 75ml.
Sorbet
Dessert
Chef’s selection of desserts. Paired with La Perle D`Arche Sauternes, France – 50ml.
Sunset Set Menu
A weekday evening set menu – two or three courses. Served every Monday to Thursday, 5 to 9 pm (last orders). Vegetarian option available. Two Courses 24.95 Per Person, Three Courses 29.95 Per Person. An optional service charge of 10% is added to the bill.
Salmon Cake
Salmon fillet blended with spices and bread crumbed
Alloo Tikki
Potato cake served on a bed of spiced chickpeas
Chicken Tikka
Chicken Breast marinated with cardamom and cheese, finished in tandoor
Prawn Alleppey
Inspired by seafood cooks of the backwaters of Alleppey, Kerala South India, tiger prawns in a tongue tickling raw mango, ginger and coconut sauce
Saag Murgh
Chicken Tikka cooked with leaf spinach, onion tomatoes and spices, finished with fenugreek leaves
Dal Makhni
Slow cooked classic black lentils, finished with butter and cream
Chef’s dessert of the day
Cocktails and Mocktails
Mocktail Strawberry and Mint Mojito
Mocktail Mango Bianco
Mocktail Pineapple Punch
Mango Margarita
Espresso Martini
Crazy Singh Lassi Gin
Campari Cosmo
Bliss on The Beach

Gorse
Gorse offers the most concentrated expression of modern Welsh cooking in this part of Cardiff. Its tasting menus follow the seasons through seafood, vegetables, game, Welsh dairy and carefully preserved ingredients, using ferments, sea herbs and smoke to add detail. A sequence may move from delicate snacks into fish, meat and restrained desserts, but the sense of place remains more important than showmanship. The small dining room keeps attention on the food and gives the meal an intimate, deliberately paced character.
Book Gorse for a major celebration or for diners interested in provenance, technique and a menu chosen by the kitchen. Lunch can provide a shorter route into the restaurant’s style, while the longer menu asks for more time and appetite. This is less suitable for a group that wants complete freedom to pick individual dishes, and the kitchen cannot adapt the format to every diet. Read the current terms and discuss allergies well in advance so the meal begins with clear expectations.
Address: 186–188 Kings Road, Pontcanna, Cardiff CF11 9DF, United Kingdom
Gorse Menu
Signature Dinner Menu
£135 per person
Warm infusion of seaweeds from Pembrokeshire
Giant kelp, laver and wrack
Wild mushrooms gathered in the Vale of Glamorgan
Pickled organic beetroot, juniper and lovage
Lobster from St David’s
Pickled chamomile and trout roe
Bara Brith and Mature Caws Cerwyn
Pickled walnut and truffle from Monmouthshire
Trout cured in lemon verbena and smoked over hay
Horseradish cream, hen gymro and buttermilk cake
Bass landed in Milford Haven with Pontcanna quince
Smoked cream and Cardiff Salad Garden marigolds
Organic swede from Abergavenny baked in honey
Blend of roasted and puffed grains and chestnut sauce
Roasted monkfish and new season morels
Sauce of preserved elderflower and smoked pork fat
Cod gently steamed in unripe juniper berry oil
Roasted onion and a broth of local pheasants
Breconshire fallow deer and wild bilberry
Spiced beetroot, elderberry and Brussel sprouts
Pear and Earl Grey
Montgomery Solaris and a jam of caramelised egg yolk
Toasted oat llymru and smoked cherry jam
Apple caramel and blackcurrant wood oil
Warm honey cake
Afon Mêl honey syrup and dried meadowsweet
Apple Valley apple jelly
Wild chamomile sugar
Seven Course Lunch Menu
£95 per person
Warm infusion of seaweeds from Pembrokeshire
Giant kelp, laver and wrack
Wild mushrooms gathered in the Vale of Glamorgan
Pickled organic beetroot, juniper and lovage
Lobster from St David’s
Pickled chamomile and trout roe
Bara Brith and Mature Caws Cerwyn
Pickled walnut and truffle from Monmouthshire
Bass landed in Milford Haven with Pontcanna quince
Smoked cream and Cardiff Salad Garden marigolds
Organic swede from Abergavenny baked in honey
Blend of roasted and puffed grains and chestnut sauce
Roasted monkfish and new season morels
Sauce of preserved elderflower and smoked pork fat
Breconshire fallow deer and wild bilberry
Spiced beetroot, elderberry and Brussel sprouts
Pear and Earl Grey
Montgomery Solaris and a jam of caramelised egg yolk
Toasted oat llymru and smoked cherry jam
Apple caramel and blackcurrant wood oil
Warm honey cake
Afon Mêl honey syrup and dried meadowsweet
Apple Valley apple jelly
Wild chamomile sugar
Four Course Lunch Menu
£60 per person
Warm infusion of seaweeds from Pembrokeshire
Giant kelp, laver and wrack
Wild mushrooms gathered in the Vale of Glamorgan
Pickled organic beetroot, juniper and lovage
Bara Brith and Mature Caws Cerwyn
Pickled walnut and truffle from Monmouthshire
Bass landed in Milford Haven with Pontcanna quince
Smoked cream and Cardiff Salad Garden marigolds
Roasted monkfish and new season morels
Sauce of preserved elderflower and smoked pork fat
Breconshire fallow deer and wild bilberry
Spiced beetroot, elderberry and Brussel sprouts
Toasted oat llymru and smoked cherry jam
Apple caramel and blackcurrant wood oil
Apple Valley apple jelly
Wild chamomile sugar
Seven Course Vegetarian Menu
£95 per person
Warm infusion of seaweeds from Pembrokeshire
Giant kelp, laver and wrack
Wild mushrooms gathered in the Vale of Glamorgan
Pickled organic beetroot, juniper and lovage
Apple, radish and turnip
Pickled chamomile and hazelnut
Bara Brith and Mature Caws Cerwyn
Pickled walnut and truffle from Monmouthshire
Gently poached celeriac with Pontcanna quince
Smoked cream and Cardiff Salad Garden marigolds
Organic swede from Abergavenny baked in honey
Blend of roasted and puffed grains and chestnut sauce
Hen of the woods and new season morels
Sauce of preserved elderflower
Roasted beetroot and wild bilberry
Elderberry and Brussel sprouts
Pear and Earl Grey
Montgomery Solaris and a jam of caramelised egg yolk
Toasted oat llymru and smoked cherry jam
Apple caramel and blackcurrant wood oil
Warm honey cake
Afon Mêl honey syrup and dried meadowsweet
Apple Valley apple jelly
Wild chamomile sugar

Big Mamma’s Sandwich Club
Big Mamma’s Sandwich Club turns lunch into the main event. Its sandwiches are built for appetite, with toasted bread carrying generous layers of meat, cheese, salad, pickles and punchy sauces. The pleasure comes from contrast: crisp edges, soft fillings, acidity and enough seasoning to keep a large portion interesting. Daily choices can change, so look at the counter before fixing on a combination. Sharing one sandwich with a side is sensible for lighter eaters, while hungrier visitors will appreciate the unapologetically substantial format.
This is a casual stop rather than a long sit-down meal, ideal before a match, during a Cowbridge Road shopping trip or when a conventional café lunch feels too restrained. Friendly service is part of the appeal, though popular periods can bring a queue and the largest fillings are rarely tidy to eat. Vegetarians should check the day’s options rather than assume the full range applies. Come for warmth, value and abundance, and save the crispest clothes for another occasion.
Address: 242 Cowbridge Road East, Canton, Cardiff CF5 1GZ, United Kingdom
Big Mammas Sandwich Club Menu
Main Meals
Zapiekanka Melts
Zapiekanka is a Traditional Polish fast-food which is very hearty, warm and filling. Consists of an open Baguette loaded to the brim with Meat, cheese and our „Special Secret Recipe” Mushrooms! (We do have a no-mushroom option too!) Guaranteed that you’ll fall in love with them, despite the fact you may not be a fan of mushrooms!
Rice Bowl - Rice
1300ml Bowls (huge!) Build your own hearty bowl of fillings, chicken and rice. Add 1 flavour of chicken and a wide variety of salads from our selection.
Salad Bowl
1300ml Bowls (Huge!) Build your own hearty salad bowl. Add 1 flavour of chicken and a fresh salad from our selection.
Pasta Bowl
1300ml Bowls (huge!) Build your own hearty bowl of fillings, chicken and pasta. Add 1 flavour of chicken and a wide variety of salads from our selection.
Potato Salad Bowl
A delightful and mouth-watering Big Mamma's top secret recipe Potato Salad. Served as a bowl with one flavour of chicken of your choice and our magnificent bouquet of Salads and plenty of sauce variations
Wraps and Paninis
Paninis - Panini
A warm grilled panini filled with your choice of 1 flavour of chicken, and fresh salad. You can also add one of our delicious sauces to complete your meal.
Wraps
A warm wrap or grilled filled with your choice of 1 flavour of chicken, and fresh salad. You can also add one of our delicious sauces to complete your meal.
Baguette
Baguette
A fresh, crusty baguette filled with your choice of 1 flavour of chicken and fresh salad
Rolls
Plain Roll
A soft and versatile classic, perfect for any filling or as a simple side. Surprisingly filling if you're looking for a quick meal that will ensure you're not hungry for hours! Trust me, ask any Tradie who has been to us!
Drinks
Frappuccino 455ml
A delightful blended ice drink
Milkshake 455ml
A thick, creamy shake, perfect for a treat
Fanta Orange 330ml Can
Sparkling Orange Fruit Drink with Sugar and Sweeteners.
7UP 330ml
Carbonated Lemon and Lime Flavoured Soft Drink with Sugar and Sweetener.
Sprite Lemon Lime 330ml Can
Sparkling Lemon-Lime Flavour Low Calorie Soft Drink with Sugar and Sweeteners
Coca-Cola Original Taste 330ml Can
Sparkling Soft Drink with Plant Extracts
Pepsi 330ml
Carbonated Cola Flavoured Soft Drink with Sugar and Sweeteners
Orange Juice

Mattancherry Canton
Mattancherry explores Kerala and southern India through a broad menu of dosas, thalis, seafood curries, breads and rice dishes. Masala dosa gives first-time visitors an immediate contrast of brittle, lacy crêpe and softly spiced potato, with sambar and chutneys completing the plate. Fish moilee offers a gentler coconut-led direction, while parotta and a more robust meat curry make a richer combination. A thali is the practical choice for sampling several flavours without constructing the meal one dish at a time.
The restaurant works equally well for lunch with one decisive order or dinner built around sharing. Its range is a strength, but large groups should mix textures and levels of richness rather than ordering several similar curries. Vegetarian diners have substantial choices, and the breads, dosa and rice formats make it easy to vary the table. Ask staff to explain regional specialities and heat levels, then order gradually; the portions can turn an enthusiastic selection into more food than expected.
Address: 153 Cowbridge Road East, Canton, Cardiff CF11 9AH, United Kingdom
Mattancherry Canton Menu
Starters
Punjabi Samosa
Crunchy pastry with ajwain seeds & delicately spiced vegetable filling. Contains: Gluten, Dairy
Samosa Ragada Chaat
Fresh crushed samosa on a bed of curried chickpea, finished with chopped onion & coriander & chaat seasonings. Contains: Dairy, Gluten
Idli Chaat
Lightly sauted idli rice cakes with spicy sauce & gun powder.
Baji Basket
Caramelised onion & spinach/potato donut/aubergine fritters.
Chicken Lolipop
All-time favourite! Middle segments of deep-fried chicken wings marinated with ginger, garlic and spices
Chicken Momo
Delicious chicken dumplings. Contains: Gluten, Dairy. MEDIUM
Chicken 65
Spicy & juicy chicken chunks tossed in an exciting sauce
Mattancherry Koonthal
Crispy fried squid rings served with chilli garlic mayo.
Tiger Prawn Porichathu
Tiger Prawns marinated with Kashmiri chillies, garlic & deep fried. Contains: Shellfish. MEDIUM
Tawa Fish
A straightforward preparation of using fresh fish by adding delicious combination of lemon juice, red chilli, pepper, ginger & garlic.
Fish Amritsari
Fish fritters (Tilapia) marinated in ginger garlic paste & battered with gram flour. MEDIUM
Crunchy Nibbles
Pappadam
Basket of Pappadam with condiments . Contains: Gluten. MEDIUM
Dosa & Idli
Served with sambar lentils & chutney.
Idli Sambar
Delicious & healthy rice cakes with black lentils.
Plain Dosa
Crisp & thin rice pancakes. A South Indian classic.
Onion Dosa
Pancake topped with chopped onions, green chilli & coriander leaves.
Cheese Dosa
Flavoured with chutney filled with delicious cheese, topped with butter. Contains: Gluten, Dairy
Masala Dosa
Rice pancake stuffed with seasoned potatoes.
Uthappam
A thick rice pancake topped with onions & coriander.
Chole Batura
Thick scrumptious chickpeas curry s/w fried bread from the same. MEDIUM
Kerala Specialities
Vegetable Mango Curry
Seasonal vegetable in raw mango, ginger, coconut milk finish with fennel.
Vegan Mixed Vegetable Curry
Vegan
Vegetable Curry
A Keralaid style of seasonal vegetable preparations.
Nadan Chicken Curry
Village style preparation of chicken curry with special aroma.
Railway Lamb Curry
A modern take on classic dish of British India.
Syrian Beef Curry
A Portuguese inspired dish popular among the syrian Christian in Kerala
Konju Manga Curry
A simple delicacy prawn with raw mango slice with fresh coconut paste. Contains: Shellfish
Alleppey Fish Curry
Fish cooked with raw mango, ginger, Kashmiri chilli & fresh coconut paste.
Fish Moilee
Signature dish of Central Kerala-based on Portuguese one-pot seafood mixed stew. Contains: Shellfish
Prawn Moilee
Signature dish of Central Kerala-based on Portuguese one-pot seafood mixed stew. Contains: Shellfish
Our Popular Choice
Vegetable Korma
A traditional Mughal dish with yogurt, coconut & cashew nut. Contains: Dairy, Nuts
Paneer Makhani
Popular butter paneer masala, ingredients of tomatoes fresh cream, cashew nuts, onions & Indian spices. Contains: Dairy
Saag Paneer
Fresh leaf spinach and Indian cottage cheese sauteed with garlic & green chilies. Contains: Dairy
Chicken Tikka Masala
Our own recipe of chicken in yogurt tomato & spices. Contains: Dairy, Nuts
Chicken Korma
A traditional Mughal dish with yogurt, coconut & cashew nut. Contains: Dairy, Nuts
Chicken Jhalfrezi
Chicken cooked with stir-fried green chillies, bell peppers, onion & tomatoes. Contains: Dairy, Nuts
Saag Wala Chicken
Fresh leaf spinach & chicken sauteed with garlic & green chillies. Contains: Dairy
Lamb Korma
A traditional Mughal dish with yogurt, coconut & cashew nut. Contains: Dairy, Nuts
Saag Gosht
Fresh leaf spinach and tender lamb sauteed with garlic & green chilies. Contains: Dairy
Prawn Korma
A traditional Mughal dish with yogurt, coconut & cashew nut. Contains: Dairy, Nuts, Shellfish
Sides
Tadka Dal
Yellow lentils temped with cumin & garlic.
Sambar
Lentil based vegetable chowder, cooked in tamarind broth.
Channa Masala
Chickpeas cooked with onion, tomato and spices
Saag Aloo
Fresh leaf spinach & potatoes sauteed with garlic & green chillies. Contains: Dairy
Thoran
Vegetable sauteed with coconut oil, lentil, aromatic curry leaves & subtle spices.
Aloo Masala
Potato stir fried with onion, tomatoes & cumin seeds.
Our Famous Biryani's
Aged basmati rice, slow cooked in a sealed pot with a selection of fresh herbs and whole spices with a delicate aroma. Served with creamy yoghurt raita or curry sauce.
Veg Biryani
Contains: Dairy. MEDIUM
Chicken Biryani
Contains: Dairy. MILD
Lamb Biryani
Contains: Dairy. MILD
Prawn Biryani
Contains: Dairy, Shellfish. MILD
Extras
Steamed Rice
Pilau Rice
Chapathi
Contains: Gluten
Fries
Masala Fries
Porota
Contains: Gluten
Mattancherry Special Thali
Two main dish with Mini Starter, Potato, Dal, Rice, Bread, Raitha, Poppadum, Pickle & Salad
Vegetarian Thali (Two Main Dish)
Mini starter potatoes, Dal, Rice, Bread, Raitha, Poppadum, Pickle. Contains: Dairy. MEDIUM
Vegan Thali (Two Main Dish)
Mini Starter, Potatoes, Dal, Rice, Bread, Grated Veg, Poppadum, Pickle. MEDIUM
Chef’s Special Kozhi Kappa Biryani
Biryani made with Tapioca (instead of rice), chicken and spices. Contains: Dairy
Chef’s Special Erachy Soru
A traditional Kerala dish that perfectly pairs spiced lamb with aromatic basmati rice
Seafood Thali (Two seafoods)
Mini starter potatoes , Dal ,Rice, Bread, Raitha, Poppadum, Pickle. Contains: Dairy. MEDIUM
Non-Veg Thali (Lamb & Chicken)
Mini starter potatoes, Dal, Rice, Bread, Raitha, Poppadum, Pickle. Contains: Dairy. MILD
Kid's Special
Kids Chicken 65 with Fries
Kids Chicken Nuggets with Fries
Contains: Gluten
Kids Chicken Lolipop with Fries
Kids Chicken Tikka Masala with Rice
Contains: Dairy, Nuts, Shellfish
Kids Chicken Tikka Masala with Fries
Contains: Dairy, Nuts, Shellfish
Kids Prawn Korma with Rice
Contains: Dairy, Nuts, Shellfish
Kids Prawn Korma with Fries
Contains: Dairy, Nuts, Shellfish
Kids Chicken Korma with Rice
Kids Chicken Korma with Fries
Kids Lamb Korma with Rice
Kids Lamb Korma with Fries
Desserts
Gulab Jamun
One of India's popular dessert served rose cardamom syrup & ice-cream. Contains: Dairy
Gajjar Ka Halwa
Light fudge like texture with grated carrots, whole milk, dried fruits & nuts. Contains: Dairy

West Pizza
West Pizza specialises in New York-style pies with a thin, foldable base, crisp edge and toppings applied with restraint. The classic cheese-and-tomato version is the clearest test of the dough and bake, while changing specials add vegetables, cured meat or sharper cheeses without burying the crust. Ordering by the slice makes it easy to compare two combinations, and a whole pie is the better fit for a family or small group. The result feels generous but lighter than a thick, heavily loaded pizza.
The Glynne Street shop has a relaxed neighbourhood feel and suits an unfussy dinner, takeaway in the park or quick stop with children. Space is limited, and popular slices can sell through as service progresses, so flexible diners fare best. Vegetarian choices are usually straightforward, but anyone avoiding dairy or gluten should check the current options directly. West Pizza is the pick when the group values a well-fermented base and a lively casual atmosphere more than a long restaurant occasion.
Address: 60 Glynne Street, Pontcanna, Cardiff CF11 9NS, United Kingdom
West Pizza Menu
Whole Pizza
Meri Ann
A whole 18-inch pizza topped with tomato sauce, mozzarella & basil. Vegan option available.
CJ
A whole 18-inch pizza topped with tomato sauce, mozzarella, mushroom, spring onion & hoisin sauce. Vegan option available.
Benny
A whole 18-inch pizza topped with tomato sauce, mozzarella, red onion, roasted pepper, garlic, oregano & basil. Vegan option available.
Ray
A whole 18-inch pizza topped with tomato sauce, mozzarella & pepperoni
Delme
A whole 18-inch pizza topped with tomato sauce, mozzarella, fennel sausage, garlic, oregano & pickled peppers.
Mighty Q
A whole 18-inch pizza topped with tomato sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni, fennel sausage, red onion & pickled peppers.
Special - Ansiofi
Tomato sauce, oregano, garlic, sunblushed tomatoes, black olives, anchovies, basil
Cochyn
A whole 18-inch pizza topped tomato sauce, oregano, garlic & basil
Dips & Sides
Garlic Mayo
A mixture of garlic, herbs & vegan mayonnaise to dip your crusts into.
Olives
A portion of Nocarella olives to enjoy with your pizza
Items
Cochyn Slice
Cookie
Drinks
Elderflower
Ginger Beer
Karma Cola
Lemonade
Mulled Wine
PIP Juice
SF Karma Cola
Slushy
Sparkling Water

ember at No. 5
ember at No. 5 is a compact neighbourhood restaurant with a short, daily-changing approach to modern cooking. Menus can move between sardines, handmade pasta, shellfish, slow-cooked meat and warm desserts, linked by confident seasoning and sauces with enough acidity or bitterness to balance richer ingredients. The kitchen draws freely from European and British ideas rather than forcing every plate into one category. That flexibility gives regulars something new while keeping the meal coherent from snacks to dessert.
Lunch is an appealing way to understand the restaurant, and Sunday service offers a more creative alternative to a standard pub meal. In the evening, close-set tables and music produce a lively mood rather than a hushed special-occasion room. The concise menu rewards diners who are comfortable choosing from a focused set of dishes; check ahead if somebody needs extensive vegetarian choice or major substitutions. Ember suits a date or small group looking for inventive food without the length of a formal tasting menu.
Address: 5 Romilly Crescent, Pontcanna, Cardiff CF11 9NP, United Kingdom
Ember Pontcanna Menu
Snacks
Rosemary Focaccia, White Bean & Confit Garlic
Olives, Fennel, Chilli, Garlic & Lemon
Padron Peppers
Scampi & British Curry Sauce
Buttermilk Chicken, Aioli, Fermented Chilli & Gravy
Hartgrove Dorset Coppa
Starters
Ricotta, Peach, Basil, Hazelnuts & Grilled Focaccia
Grilled Mackerel, Beetroot, Horseradish, Pickled Walnut & Blackberries
Chalk Stream Trout, Frigitelli Pepper, Almonds & Melon
Cavatelli, Braised Lamb, Peas, Chilli & Mint
Aged Beef Tartare, Béarnaise Sauce & Matchstick Potatoes
Mains
Mini Rigatoni, Tomato, Confit Garlic, Chilli & British Stracciatella
Linguine, Pembrokeshire Crab, Cockles, Courgette & Basil
Fusilli, British Guanciale, Broccoli, Peas, Chilli & Confit Egg Yolk
Baked Plaice, Heritage Tomato Butter & Mussel Fritters
Roast Chicken Breast, British Pancetta, Peas & Baby Gem
Whole John Dory, Fennel, Cockles, Mussels & Chicken Butter Sauce (for 2)
Roast Rack of Lamb, Braised Shoulder and Sweet & Sour Peppers (for 2)
Sides
Pembrokeshire Fried Potatoes & Salami Butter
Green Beans, British Feta, Cherries & Almonds
Panzanella Salad
Desserts & Cheese
Chocolate, Raspberry & Hazelnuts
Eton Mess Choux Bun
Ice Cream & Sorbets
British Cheese Board, Pear & Ginger Chutney and Toasted Honey Parkin
Lunch Menu
Any Starter & Pasta Main - £27 - Add Dessert - £29
Lunch Menu
Any Starter & Pasta Main - £27 - Add Dessert - £29
Chef’s Feasting Menu
All Dishes to be Taken for the Whole Table to Share (Minimum 2 People). £50 per person. Additional Wine Pairing - £44 per person.
House Rosemary Focaccia, White Bean & Confit Garlic
Hartgrove Dorset Coppa
Fusilli, British Guanciale, Tomato, Chilli & Spenwood
Baked Plaice, Almonds, Confit Garlic & Sweet and Sour Peppers
Duck Leg, Haricot Beans, British ‘Nduja & Aioli
Optional British Cheese Course
Chocolate, Raspberries & Hazelnut
Final Thoughts
The strongest way to use this list is to match the restaurant to the pace of the day. Milkwood, Big Mamma’s and West Pizza handle spontaneous meals with personality, while Mums Daily and Mattancherry reward a table willing to share. Purple Poppadom offers a more composed Indian dinner. For a long evening, Thomas and Heaneys balance ambition with neighbourhood warmth; Gorse turns the meal into the destination, and ember sits comfortably between casual dining and a special occasion.
Canton and Pontcanna contain most of these addresses, but Riverside and Leckwith keep the wider area connected to the city centre, parks and match-day routes. That makes it easy to build a visit around more than dinner. Check the latest menu, reserve where the format demands it and arrive with the right appetite. The variety here is the real attraction: within a few streets, Cardiff moves from dosa and biryani to Welsh tasting menus, brunch, pizza and one exceptionally generous sandwich.