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Best Restaurants Near Me In Whitchurch, Heath and North Cardiff

September 10, 2026
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Thai sharing dishes featured for the best restaurants in North Cardiff

Whitchurch, Heath and North Cardiff reward diners who look beyond the city centre. Whitchurch Road alone moves from Thai rotis and Indian-Mexican fusion to South Indian cooking and Turkish brunch, while the villages farther north add fire-led sharing plates, established Italian food and roomy pubs. The area works especially well when dinner needs to feel local: these restaurants are woven into neighbourhood high streets rather than concentrated in one entertainment district.

The geography changes the kind of meal on offer. Gabalfa and Heath favour lively independent rooms that suit weeknight dinners, Whitchurch has the broadest mix for families and groups, and Rhiwbina or Lisvane make sense for a slower lunch or special occasion. Parking and public transport vary by street, so reserve first and check the route before leaving. Busy Sunday services at the larger pubs need a different pace from a small restaurant with a short seasonal menu.

Choose Vivo Amigo for the most distinctive fusion cooking, Brother Thai for a compact menu with serious flavour, and The Brook Bistro when a group wants polished all-day flexibility. Ginger & Clove and Salkaara approach Indian food from different regional angles, while Longa owns the leisurely brunch slot. Old Cottage and Ffynnon Wen serve larger gatherings well; Pizzeria Villaggio offers enduring Italian comfort, and Mesen is the place to build an evening around open-fire sharing plates.

An Indian-Mexican dish with flatbread at Vivo Amigo Cardiff

Vivo Amigo Cardiff

Vivo Amigo makes a convincing case for fusion by treating Indian and Mexican cooking as equal partners. The independent restaurant is colourful and relaxed, with enough energy for a group dinner but a menu focused enough to reward curious diners. Its Whitchurch Road location is especially useful when one table wants spice, another wants familiar comfort, and everyone still wants food that feels freshly assembled rather than designed by committee.

Start with one of the kitchen's large empanadas or a spread of Indian-Mexican small plates, then compare a spiced burger or burrito with a curry-led dish. Fresh salsas, warming masala and crisp pastry give the meal useful changes of texture. The combinations can be rich, so share an opening round and keep one brighter side on the table. Current feedback repeatedly praises both flavour and hospitality, making this the strongest all-round choice in the area.

Address: 138 Whitchurch Road, Cardiff CF14 3LZ, United Kingdom

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Vivo Amigo Cardiff Menu

Indian Tapas Bites

Choose any 3 for £12.95

Halloumi Fries
Masala Calamari
Spicy Hot Wings
Battered Cauliflower
Bravas
Lamb Albondigas
Spiced Corn Chips
Onion Bhaji
Fried Mozzarella
Indi-Mex Onion Rings

NEW

Beef Chilli Nachos
BBQ Wings
Masala Cottage Fries

Starters

Classic Nachos
£5.50

Nachos sprinkled with chilli seasoning served with spiced salsa, guacamole, soured cream and tex-mex cheese. (V) (Ask for Vegan)

Nachos with Pulled beef madras
£6.50

Nachos sprinkled with chilli seasoning served with spiced salsa, guacamole, soured cream and tex-mex cheese

Nachos with Tandoori chicken tinga
£6.50

Nachos sprinkled with chilli seasoning served with spiced salsa, guacamole, soured cream and tex-mex cheese

Nachos with Beef chilli
£6.50

Nachos sprinkled with chilli seasoning served with spiced salsa, guacamole, soured cream and tex-mex cheese

Nachos with Paneer masala
£6.50

Nachos sprinkled with chilli seasoning served with spiced salsa, guacamole, soured cream and tex-mex cheese. (V)

Indi Mex Quesadilla
£5.95

Grilled wrap with chosen filling, onion peppers, cheese served with spiced tomato salsa

Empanadas
£6.50

Golden fried Mexican pasties with filling and dip

Halloumi Fries
£5.95

Halloumi fries served with tomato garlic dip and tossed salad

Cajun Chicken Wings
£5.95

Marinated chicken wings with harissa hot sauce

Taquitos
£6.95

Pan-fried stuffed wraps, served with masala fries and jalapeno dip. NEW

Lamb Albondigas
£6.50

Lamb meatballs braised in rich tomato sauce, served with naan bread and parmesan cheese sprinkles

Paneer Veg Rolls
£5.75

Parcels filled with spiced potato, paneer, carrot and garden peas served with tomato/garlic dip. (V)

Masala Calamari
£6.50

Crispy fried calamari with harissa mayo dip

Tacos
£6.95

2 Crunchy corn tacos with pickle veg and spicy bell pepper salsa. (2 tacos must be same topping/soft shells available)

Elote
£5.50

Grilled corn on the cob with jalapeno dip, parmesan cheese sprinkles and smoked paprika. (V) (Ask for Vegan)

Onion Bhaji
£5.75

Crispy fritters made with slice onions and gram flour served with mint yoghurt dip. (V) (Ask for Vegan)

Punjabi Samosa
£5.75

Crispy golden brown pastry filled with spicy mix of mashed potatoes, peas and aromatic spices. (V) (Ask for Vegan)

Indi Mex Onion Rings
£5.95

Simply golden fried onion rings, served with signature Amarillo dip. (V) (Ask for Vegan)

Buddha Bowl

Chota Curry Buddha Bowl
£10.95

Mixed Veg Quinoa, Chosen Protein, Grilled Naan, poppadum's & refreshing salad. NEW

Mains

Burritos
£10.95

Tortilla stuffed with, Biryani rice, filling of choice, Black Beans and Cheese, wrapped and ready to go, with house dips to accompany

Enchiladas
£11.95

Served with Biryani Rice, Dal Makhani, Rich Tomato Sauce and Cheese sprinkles

Roti Taco
£9.95

Choose from homemade NAAN taco or ROTI taco. One Classic indian roti tacos stuffed choice of filling, onion peppers, served with masala fries, mint raita and salad

Indi Mex Jumbo Empanadas
£9.95

Large flaky fried pastries filled with aromatic indian-inspired ingredients, served with tossed salad, cottage fries & dip

Frankie Rolls
£10.95

Tortilla stuffed with, marinated grilled peppers & onion, filling of choice, pickle vegetables and Cheese, drizzled with green sauce, wrapped and ready to go, with seasoned chips& spiced raita to accompany

Indi Mex Fajitas
Grilled tandoori chicken £13.95 / Grilled Cajun chicken £13.95 / Garlic, coriander fish & king prawns £14.95 / Mixed veg, mushrooms, aubergine, onion and peppers (V) (Ask for Vegan) £13.95 / Hariyali Lamb chops (Contains bones) £14.95 / Aachari rump steak £13.95 / Spicy paneer (HOT)(V) £13.95

Fajitas served with chosen protein, on a bed of marinated onion/ peppers, corn on the cob, soft corn tortilla & homemade dips

Rotisserie Half Chicken
£13.95

All our chickens are marinated for 24hrs in our tandoori fresh spice mix, then cooked in a rotisserie oven served with one choice of sauce (Aji Verde (Medium)), (Aji Amarillo (Mild),Harissa (Hot), mix salad, green apple slaw, corn on the cob and seasoned potato bravas

Curry Club

All homemade curries come with biryani rice & mini naan bread

Calicut Beef
£12.95

Slow cooked beef in peppery coconut sauce. NEW

Creamy Peanut Chicken
£12.95

Blending Indian spices with rich nutty flavour of peanuts. NEW

Lamb Albondigas
£12.95

Slow cooked lamb meatballs in rich tomato sauce

Palak Paneer
£12.95

Indian cottage cheese chunks cooked in aromatic creamy spinach sauce. NEW (V)

Butter Chicken Masala
£12.95

Tandoori marinated grilled chicken braised in butter masala sauce

South Indian Coconut Fish and Prawn
£13.95

South Indian style white fish and king prawns delicately braised in coconut based sauce

Paneer Butter Masala
£12.95

Indian cottage cheese chunks cooked in butter masala. (V)

Kabuli Chana & Potato
£11.95

Hearty chickpeas& potato curry simmered in tangy tomato sauce. NEW (V) (Vegan)

Burgers

Build Your Own Burger
£12.95 / Meat feast £14.95

Create you perfect burger by selecting you choice of meat and customising it with a variety of toppings and sauces. All burger are served with melted cheese, masala fries, homemade ranch dip and salad. NEW

Spicy Brioche Dog
£11.95

Grilled beef sausages nestled in a buttery brioche roll, topped with chilli corn carne, fiery jalapeno chillies, melted cheese, salad, masala fries. NEW

Rump Steak Brioche Roll
£11.95

Tender strips of rump sautéed with onion & peppers with melted cheese, all nestled in a buttery brioche roll served with masala fries. NEW

Paneer & Mixed Veg Burger
£11.95

Golden fried grated paneer and mixed vegetable patty with melted cheese and mint yoghurt dip

Sides

Dirty Fries
£4.95

Masala fries loaded with beef chilli, jalapeno and melted cheese

Spiced Patatas Bravas
£4.50

Tripple cooked potato cubes, served with spicy ranch dip

Battered Cauliflower
£4.50

Golden fried cauliflower florets, served with jalapenos dip

Pappadums
£2.95

Served with bell pepper salsa, mango chutney & mint yoghurt

Masala Cottage Fries
£4.50

Served with jalapeno dip

Plain Fries
£2.95
Masala Fries
£2.95
Biriyani Rice
£2.50
Dal Makhani
£4.50
3 Mini Naan Bread
£2.50
Three 6” Tortilla Wraps
£1.50
Halloumi Salad
£4.95
Spiced Corn Chips
£1.50
Homemade Dips
£0.50

guac/salsa/soured cream

Desserts

Crispy Churros
£4.95

Cinnamon sugar dusted churros with dulce de leche sauce or chocolate sauce

Mango Crème Brule
£4.95

Classic crème brule delicately infused with mango puree

Crispy Chocolate Centre Churros
£4.95

Cinnamon sugar dusted chocolate churros with dulce de leche sauce or chocolate sauce

Mexican Delight
£6.95

2 classic churros, 2 chocolate centre & 2 mini coconut stuffed empanadas with chocolate and caramel sauce

Mango & Pistachio Kulfi
£4.95

Indian version of ice-cream

Classic Gulab Jamun
£4.95

Warm gulab jamun served with kulfi

Vanilla Cheese Cake
£4.95

Classic cheese cake with berry compote

Chocolate Fudge Cake
£4.95

Double chocolate fudge cake, served with ice cream

Two Scoop Gelato
£4.95

Choose from Vanilla, chocolate or strawberry

Little Amigos

Little Amigos
£5.95

Battered Chicken Nuggets with Chips & Salad

Little Amigos Mini Meals
£6.95

Kids Desserts

Kids Churros with Chocolate Sauce
£3.50
Two Scoop Gelato Cone
£4.95

strawberry/chocolate/vanilla

Kids Squash

Kids Squash
£1

Orange/Blackcurrant

Digestifs

Liquer Coffee
£5.95

Fresh pulled espresso, sweetened with sugar topped with hot water and your choice of spirit, generously layered with heavy cream

Hot Drinks

Indian Vanilla Infused Masala Chai
£2.20
Tea
£1.75
Herbal Tea
£1.75
Double Espresso
£2.25

Slightly longer and a little stronger!

Americano
£2.50

Fresh pulled espresso legnthened with hot water

Cappucino
£2.95

A perfect blend of espresso, steamed & foamed milk

Latte
£2.95

A touch more milky with a little less foam

Hot Chocolate
£3.25

Velvety smooth hot chocolate served with whipped cream and marshmallows

A colourful spread of Thai dishes at Brother Thai in Cardiff

Brother Thai

Brother Thai has built its identity around a compact menu of Thai rotis, rice bowls and plates with bold, carefully balanced seasoning. The room is informal and lively, and the sheltered garden adds another reason to book in warmer weather. This is a particularly good choice for a date or small group that would rather share a few distinctive dishes than work through a long menu of familiar curries.

The sticky spicy beef roti is the obvious first order: crisp flatbread, rich meat and fresh garnish deliver the contrast the restaurant does best. Add a Thai fried chicken satay bowl, a sharper salad and one vegetable plate to avoid too much sweetness. Khao soi appears as a Sunday speciality rather than a permanent promise. Most recent diners praise the concentrated flavours and warm service, while occasional criticism centres on portion size and the deliberately limited range.

Address: 35 Whitchurch Road, Cardiff CF14 3JN, United Kingdom

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Brother Thai Menu

Rotis

Shared price 11. Our signature dish. Best eaten like a taco, fold it in the middle, eat from the end. A flakey paratha, ajat slaw, herbs, Sriracha, Sriracha mayo & Thai filling of choice.

Sticky Spicy Beef

🌶🌶

Thai Basil Chicken

🌶

Roasted Jackfruit

Ve, 🌶

Red Curry Chicken

🌶🌶🌶

Vegan Sticky Seitan

Ve, 🌶

Rice Bowls

Shared price 14. Served with Hom Mali Thai Jasmine rice.

Thai Fried Chicken Satay

N, gf

Seitan Satay

Ve, N

Pad Krapao Nuea

stir-fried, spicy minced beef, herbs & a crispy, soft egg 🌶🌶

Thai Red Curry

with chicken 🌶🌶, gf

Noodles

Khao Soi
£15

fresh egg noodles in a medium spiced curry broth, Thai fried chicken, shallots, pickled mustard greens, lime and crispy egg noodles 🌶 (Sunday’s only)

Woon Sen Khaeng
£14

glass noodles & stir-fried vegetables in red curry paste 🌶, Ve, gf

Small Plates

Wontons
£9.50

deep-fried free-range pork & king prawn with sweet chilli sauce

Thai Fried Chicken
£9.50

with Sriracha mayo or sweet chilli sauce, gf

Crispy Mushroom Laab
£9.50

Ve, gluten*, 🌶

Spicy Waterfall Salad
£7.50

coriander, mint, swede, onions, khao kua 🌶, Ve, gf

Tenderstems Thai
£7.50

with fried shallots & dipping sauce, Ve, gf

Little Extras

Wonton Crackers
£3.50
Cucumber Ajat Slaw
£3.50

gf

Thai Jasmine Rice
£3

gf

Sweet Chilli Sauce
£2.50

gf

Satay Sauce
£2.50

N, gf

Crispy Fried Egg
£2.50

gf

Ice Cream

Shared price 6.5. Served with a peanut brittle crumb.

Coconut

gf, contains Milk, N

Salted Caramel

gf, N, Ve*

A carefully presented fish dish at The Brook Bistro in Whitchurch

The Brook Bistro

The Brook Bistro brings polished all-day dining to Whitchurch without losing the ease of a neighbourhood restaurant. Brunch, lunch, dinner and Sunday service each have a clear purpose, so the room works for a family meal, an unhurried catch-up or a more formal evening. The cooking draws broadly from modern British bistro food, using familiar formats while adding enough detail to keep the menu from feeling predictable.

Beef brisket croquettes or curried king prawns make characterful starters, followed by a steak, burger, pasta or fish dish according to appetite. Sharing one rich opener before separate mains gives the best sense of the kitchen's range. Brunch is a distinct attraction, but dinner shows more technique and makes better use of the comfortable dining room. Diners regularly describe reliable cooking and attentive service, although the broad menu rewards selective ordering.

Address: 76A Merthyr Road, Cardiff CF14 1DJ, United Kingdom

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The Brook Bistro Menu

Sunday Lunch – Intros & Breads

Optional 10% service charge.

Kalamata Olive Bread
£6

Truffle Butter | Extra Virgin Olive Oil & Balsamic Vinegar. (v) (vga)

Garlic Bread with Hot Honey
£6

(v)

Garlic Bread with Mozzarella & Hot Honey
£7

(v)

Marinated Mixed Olives
£5

(v) (gf)

Sunday Lunch – Starters

Optional 10% service charge.

Soup of the Day

Toasted Sourdough. (v) (gfa)

Bang-Bang Chicken

Baby Gem Lettuce | Spicy Mayo, Siracha Sauce & Sweet Chilli

Bruschetta

Chopped Tomato | Garlic | Extra Virgin Olive Oil | Onion | Fig & Date Balsamic Vinegar | Pesto Dressing. (v) (vg) (gfa) (n)

Chilli & Mango Butterfly Prawns

Sweet Chilli Dressing

Panko Breaded Calamari

Marie Rose Sauce

Garlic & Honey Mushrooms

Toasted Bread & Crumbled Perl Las. (v) (vga) (gfa)

Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken & Leek Terrine

Spiced Pear Chutney | Toasted Sourdough. (gfa)

Asparagus, Goats Cheese & Honey Salad

Baby Gem | Peas & Mangetout | Cherry Tomatoes | Cucumber | Créme Fraiche. (v) (vg) (gf)

Sunday Lunch – Sunday Roasts

Optional 10% service charge.

Slow Roasted Brisket of Beef / Roast Chicken / Slow Roasted Lamb

Cauliflower Cheese | Tenderstem Broccoli | Buttered Greens | Braised Red Cabbage | Chantenay Carrots | Yorkshire Pudding | Goose Fat Roast Potatoes | Homemade Gravy. (gfa)

Homemade Glamorgan Sausages / Homemade Nut Roast

Cauliflower Cheese | Tenderstem Broccoli | Buttered Greens | Braised Red Cabbage | Chantenay Carrots | Yorkshire Pudding | Roast Potatoes | Homemade Gravy. (v) (vga) (gf) (n)

Sunday Lunch – Main Courses

Optional 10% service charge.

28 Day Dry Aged 10oz Sirloin Steak
10 Supplement £10

Homemade Fries | Buttered Greens. (gf). 10 Supplement

28 Day Dry Aged 8oz Fillet Steak
12 Supplement £12

Homemade Fries | Buttered Greens. (gf). 12 Supplement

Thai Chilli Infused Monkfish
5 Supplement £5

Pak Choi | Coconut | Ginger | Lime | Shallots | Garlic & Herb Buttered Baby Potatoes. (gf). 5 Supplement

Sunday Lunch – Steak Sauces

Optional 10% service charge.

Black Peppercorn
£4

(v) (gf)

Jack Daniels & BBQ Sauce
£4

(v)

Bearnaise
£4

(v)

Mushroom & Blue Cheese
£4

(v) (gf)

Cowboy Butter
£4

(gf)

Sunday Lunch – Bistro Burgers

All served with Homemade Fries | Celeriac Remoulade. Optional 10% service charge.

Smashed Beef Burger

Welsh Rarebit | Bacon | Crispy Onions | Mayonnaise. (gfa)

Cajun Chicken Burger

Spicy Mexican Cheese | Tomato | Baby Gem | Mango & Chilli Salsa | Spicy Mayonnaise. (gfa)

Oumph Vegan Burger

Vegan Cheese | Vegan Mayonnaise | Crispy Onion | Baby Gem | Tomato | Spring Onion. (v) (vga) (gfa)

Halloumi & Mushroom

Sweet Chilli Sauce | Baby Gem | Tomato | Spring Onion. (v) (gfa)

Sunday Lunch – Bistro Salads

Optional 10% service charge.

Baby Gem | Spinach | Tomato | Spring Onion | Apple | Cucumber | Peppers | Welsh Mature Cheddar | New Potatoes | Raisins
Teriyaki Marinated Fillet of Salmon

Spicy Coleslaw | Extra Virgin Olive Oil | Balsamic Vinegar

Goats Cheese & Halloumi

Sweet Chilli Dressing. (v) (gf)

Chicken & Sweetcorn

Spicy Mayonnaise. (gf)

6oz Sirloin Steak

Mango & Chilli Salsa. (gf)

Sunday Lunch – Bistro Pasta & Risotto

Optional 10% service charge.

Cajun Chicken & Chorizo

Rigatoni Pasta | Tomato | Cream. (gfa)

Asparagus & Ricotta Tortellini

Lemon Butter Dressing. (v)

Pea & Broccoli Risotto

Pesto Dressing | Crumbled Feta. (v) (vga) (n)

Desserts

Optional 10% service charge.

Lemon & Lime Brioche Bread & Butter Pudding
£9

Crème Anglaise / Vanilla Ice Cream / Double Cream. (v)

White Chocolate, Mango & Passionfruit Cheesecake
£9

Welsh Gold Clotted Cream Vanilla Ice Cream. (v)

Tiramisu
£9

Coffee Ripple Ice Cream. (v)

Summer Fruit Eton Mess
£9

Strawberries | Pineapple | Raspberries | Passionfruit | Blueberries | Kiwi | Homemade Meringue | Chantilly Cream | Mango Sorbet. (v) (gf)

Chocolate & Caramel Brownie
£9

Honeycomb Ice Cream. (v) (gf)

Bistro Sundae
£9

Welsh Gold Clotted Cream Vanilla Ice Cream | Chantilly Cream | Fruit Coulis | Chocolate Sauce | Caramel Sauce | Brownie Pieces. (v) (gf)

Welsh Gold Ice Creams (choice of three)
£7.50

Clotted Cream Vanilla / Chocolate / Strawberry / Honeycomb | Salted Caramel Crunch / Coffee Ripple Ice Cream. (v) (gf)

Sorbet (two scoops)
£6

Mango / Raspberry. (v) (gf)

Lemon & Berries on Biscuit
£9

Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream. (v) (vg) (gf)

Welsh Cheeseboard
£12

Perl Wen | Perl Las | Black Bomber | Red Devil | Crackers | Celery | Grapes | Chutney. (v)

Lemon & Lime Brioche Bread & Butter Pudding (v)
£9

Crème Anglaise / Vanilla Ice Cream / Double Cream

White Chocolate, Mango & Passionfruit (v) Cheesecake
£9

Welsh Gold Clotted Cream Vanilla Ice Cream

Tiramisu (v)
£9

Coffee Ripple Ice Cream

Summer Fruit Eton Mess (v) (gf)
£9

Strawberries | Pineapple | Raspberries | Passionfruit | Blueberries | Kiwi | Homemade Meringue | Chantilly Cream | Mango Sorbet

Chocolate & Caramel Brownie (v) (gf)
£9

Honeycomb Ice Cream

Bistro Sundae (v) (gf)
£9

Welsh Gold Clotted Cream Vanilla Ice Cream | Chantilly Cream | Fruit Coulis | Chocolate Sauce | Caramel Sauce | Brownie Pieces

Welsh Gold Ice Creams (choice of three) (v) (gf)
£7.50

Clotted Cream Vanilla / Chocolate / Strawberry / Honeycomb / Salted Caramel Crunch / Coffee Ripple Ice Cream

Sorbet (two scoops) (v) (gf)
£6

Mango / Raspberry

Lemon & Berries on Biscuit (v) (vg) (gf)
£9

Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream

Welsh Cheeseboard (v)
£12

Perl Wen | Perl Las | Black Bomber | Red Devil | Crackers | Celery | Grapes | Chutney

Set Menu – Starters

Tuesday to Thursday 12pm - 9pm, Friday & Saturday 12pm - 5pm. Two Courses from 24.95. Optional 10% service charge.

Korean Spiced Crispy Chicken

Baby Gem | Toasted Sesame Seeds

Duck & Chicken Liver Parfait

Toasted Brioche | Red Onion Chutney. (gfa)

Watermelon & Feta

Red Onion | Dill | Rocket | Hot Honey | Pine Nuts. (v) (vga) (gf)

Soup of the Day

Toasted Sourdough. (v) (gfa)

Panko Breaded Calamari

Tartare Sauce | Lemon

Bruschetta

Marinated Tomatoes | Extra Virgin Olive Oil | Garlic | Pesto. (v) (gfa) (n)

Prawns in Filo Pastry

Paprika Mayonnaise | Lemon

Mushroom & Truffle Arancini
£6

Pickled Walnut Ketchup. (v)

Spanish Mixed Olives
£5

Extra Virgin Olive Oil | Garlic. (v) (gf)

Kalamata Olive Bread
£6

Fig & Date Balsamic | Extra Virgin Olive Oil. (v)

Set Menu – Main Courses

Tuesday to Thursday 12pm - 9pm, Friday & Saturday 12pm - 5pm. Two Courses from 24.95. Optional 10% service charge.

Roasted Chicken Breast

Tenderstem Broccoli | Honey Glazed Carrots | Rosemary Roasted New Potatoes | Homemade Gravy. (gf)

Slow Roasted Beef Brisket

Tenderstem Broccoli | Honey Glazed Carrots | Rosemary Roasted New Potatoes | Homemade Gravy. (gf)

Homemade Glamorgan Sausage

Tenderstem Broccoli | Honey Glazed Carrots | Rosemary Roasted New Potatoes | Homemade Gravy. (v) (gf)

The Smashed Beef Burger

Welsh Rarebit | Streaky Bacon | Bacon Jam | Homemade Fries. (gfa)

Oumph Vegan Burger

Vegan Cheese | Crispy Onion | Baby Gem | Tomato | Spring Onion | Homemade Fries. (v) (vg) (gfa)

Halloumi & Mushroom Burger

Sweet Chilli | Baby Gem | Tomato | Spring Onion | Homemade Fries. (v) (gfa)

Cajun Chicken & Chorizo

Rigatoni Pasta | Tomato | Cream. (gfa)

Pea & Broccoli Risotto

Pesto Dressing | Crumbled Feta. (v) (vga) (gf) (n)

Fillet of Seabass

Tenderstem Broccoli | Honey Glazed Carrots | Rosemary Roasted New Potatoes | Lemon Butter Sauce. (gf)

Aubergine & Spiced Tomato with Pesto Dressing & Grilled Asparagus

Choose Baked Potato with Cream Cheese & Chive / Crushed Garlic Butter & Herb New Potatoes / Greek Salad / Homemade Fries. (v) (vga) (gf)

Lamb Rump with Roasted Cauliflower, Red Pepper Hummus, Baba Ghanoush & Fried Chick Peas
8 supplement £8

Choose Baked Potato with Cream Cheese & Chive / Crushed Garlic Butter & Herb New Potatoes / Greek Salad / Homemade Fries. (gf). 8 supplement

Fillet of Fresh Cod with Thai Peanut Sauce
8 supplement £8

Choose Baked Potato with Cream Cheese & Chive / Crushed Garlic Butter & Herb New Potatoes / Greek Salad / Homemade Fries. (gf). 8 supplement

28 Day Dry Aged Welsh Sirloin Steak 10oz with Buttered Greens
10 supplement £10

Choose Baked Potato with Cream Cheese & Chive / Crushed Garlic Butter & Herb New Potatoes / Greek Salad / Homemade Fries. (gfa). 10 supplement

28 Day Dry Aged Fillet Steak 8oz with Buttered Greens
12 supplement £12

Choose Baked Potato with Cream Cheese & Chive / Crushed Garlic Butter & Herb New Potatoes / Greek Salad / Homemade Fries. (gfa). 12 supplement

Set Menu – Intros

Tuesday to Thursday 12pm - 9pm, Friday & Saturday 12pm - 5pm. Two Courses from 24.95. Optional 10% service charge.

Mushroom & Truffle Arancini
£6

Pickled Walnut Ketchup. (v)

Spanish Mixed Olives
£5

Extra Virgin Olive Oil | Garlic. (v) (gf)

Kalamata Olive Bread
£6

Fig & Date Balsamic | Extra Virgin Olive Oil. (v)

Set Menu – Sides

Tuesday to Thursday 12pm - 9pm, Friday & Saturday 12pm - 5pm. Two Courses from 24.95. Optional 10% service charge.

Parmesan Grilled Asparagus
£6

(gf)

Buttered Greens
£4

(v) (vga) (gf)

Beer Battered Onion Rings
£5

(v)

Battered Cauliflower
£5

(v)

Homemade Fries
£5

(v) (vg) (gfa)

Garlic Buttered New Potatoes
£4

(v) (vga) (gfa)

Baked Potato with Cream Cheese & Chive
£4

(v) (gf)

Greek Salad
£5

(v) (gf)

Garlic Bread | Hot Honey
£5

(v)

Garlic Bread | Mozzarella | Hot Honey
£7

(v)

Summer All Day – Intros

Optional 10% service charge.

Mushroom & Truffle Arancini
£6

Pickled Walnut Ketchup. (v)

Spanish Mixed Olives
£5

Extra Virgin Olive Oil | Garlic. (v) (gf)

Kalamata Olive Bread
£6

Fig & Date Balsamic | Extra Virgin Olive Oil. (v)

Summer All Day – Starters

Optional 10% service charge.

Korean Spiced Crispy Chicken
£9

Baby Gem | Toasted Sesame Seeds

Watermelon & Feta
£8

Red Onion | Dill | Rocket | Hot Honey | Pine Nuts. (v) (vga) (gf)

Grilled Peach, Parma Ham & Buffalo Mozzarella
£9

Rocket | Basil Oil. (gf)

Duck & Chicken Liver Parfait
£9

Toasted Brioche | Red Onion Chutney. (gfa)

Chilli & Lime Marinated Prawns
£9

Crushed Avocado & Fresh Chilli | Toasted Sourdough. (gfa)

Soup of the Day
£6

Toasted Sourdough. (vg) (gfa)

Panko Breaded Calamari
£8

Tartar Sauce | Lemon. (v) (gfa)

Garlic Sauteed Mushrooms & Chorizo
£8

Parmesan | White Wine | Garlic | Sourdough Toast. (v) (gfa)

Summer All Day – Main Course

Choose Baked Potato with Cream Cheese & Chive / Crushed Garlic Butter & Herb New Potatoes / Greek Salad / Homemade Fries. Optional 10% service charge.

Fillet of Salmon Marinated in Maple Syrup & Soy Sauce
£24
Hot Honey, Sweet Chilli Fried Halloumi & Goats Cheese
£21

(v) (gf)

Korean Spiced Crispy Chicken
£24
Welsh 28 Day Aged Welsh Sirloin Steak 6oz
£24

(gf)

Lamb Rump
£28

Roasted Cauliflower | Red Pepper Humus | Baba Ghanoush | Fried Chick Peas | Chilli Oil. (gf)

Roasted Cod Loin
£25

Thai Peanut Sauce

Grilled Aubergine with Spiced Tomato Sauce
£22

Pesto Dressing | Asparagus | Crumbled Goats Cheese. (v) (vga) (gf)

Grilled Chicken Breast
£25

Shallots | Mushroom | Garlic | Brandy | French Mustard | Buttered Green

Summer All Day – The Steaks

Optional 10% service charge.

28 Day Dry Aged Welsh Sirloin Steak 10oz
£33

with Buttered Greens. (gfa)

28 Day Dry Aged Welsh Fillet Steak 8oz
£38

with Buttered Greens. (gfa)

Summer All Day – The Sauces

Optional 10% service charge.

Peppercorn
£4
Jack Daniels & BBQ Sauce
£5
Bearnaise
£4
Mushroom & Blue Cheese
£5

Summer All Day – The Bistro Salad

Baby Gem | Tomato | Fresh Chilli | Spring Onion | Cucumber | Extra Mature Cheddar Cheese | New Potatoes | Apple | Peppers | Lime Sea Salt | Balsamic Glaze | Citrus & Honey Dressing. Optional 10% service charge.

Fillet of Salmon Marinated in Maple Syrup & Soy Sauce
£24
Hot Honey, Sweet Chilli Fried Halloumi & Goats Cheese
£21

(v) (gf)

Korean Spiced Crispy Chicken
£24
Welsh 28 Day Aged Welsh Sirloin Steak 6oz
£24

(gf)

Summer All Day – The Burgers

All served with Homemade Fries & Homemade Coleslaw. Optional 10% service charge.

The Smashed Beef Burger
£16

Welsh Rarebit | Streaky Bacon | Bacon Jam. (gfa)

Cajun Chicken Burger
£16

Chilli Cheese | Spicy Mayonnaise | Mango & Chilli Salsa. (gfa)

Halloumi & Mushroom Burger
£16

Sweet Chilli | Baby Gem | Tomato | Sping Onion. (v) (gfa)

Oomph Vegan Burger
£16

Vegan Cheese | Crispy Onion | Baby Gem | Tomato | Spring Onion. (v) (vg) (gfa)

Summer All Day – Pasta & Risotto

Optional 10% service charge.

Cajun Chicken & Chorizo
£22

Rigatoni Pasta | Tomato | Cream. (gfa)

Mushroom Tortellini
£22

Wild Mushroom Fricassee | Truffle Oil. (v)

Pea & Broccoli Risotto
£22

Pesto Dressing | Crumbled Feta. (v) (vga) (gf) (n)

Summer All Day – Sides

Optional 10% service charge.

Parmesan Grilled Asparagus
£6

(gf)

Buttered Greens
£4

(v) (vga) (gf)

Garlic & Honey Buttered Mushrooms
£6
Beer Battered Onion Rings
£5

(v)

Battered Cauliflower
£5

(v)

Homemade Fries
£5

(v) (vg) (gfa)

Garlic Buttered New Potatoes
£4

(v) (vga) (gfa)

Baked Potato with Cream Cheese & Chive
£4

(v) (gf)

Greek Salad
£5

(v) (gf)

Garlic Bread | Hot Honey
£5

(v)

Garlic Bread | Mozzarella | Hot Honey
£7

(v)

Brunch – Brunch Small Plates

Optional 10% service charge.

Greek Yoghurt
£7

Banana | Strawberries | Raspberries | Kiwi | Mango | Pineapple | Blueberries | Coulis. (v)

Sourdough Toast
£4

Welsh Salted Butter | Strawberry Jam / Honey / Marmalade. (v)

Freshly Baked Croissant
£4

Welsh Salted Butter | Strawberry Jam / Honey / Marmalade. (v)

Freshly Baked Chocolate & Hazelnut Croissant
£5

Chantilly Cream. (v)

Thick Sliced Maple Bacon & Bacon Jam
£5

Brioche Toast

Cumberland Sausage & Bloody Mary Ketchup
£5

Brioche Toast

Brunch – Bistro Breakfasts

Optional 10% service charge.

Traditional Breakfast
Standard £16 / Go Large £6

Thick Sliced Maple Bacon | Cumberland Sausage | Hash Brown | Black Pudding | Baked Beans | Mushroom | Tomato | Sourdough Toast | Fried / Scrambled / Poached Egg. Standard 16. Go Large 6 Supplement

Vegetarian Breakfast
Standard £16 / Go Large £6

Honey & Sweet Chilli Halloumi or Homemade Glamorgan Sausage | Hash Brown | Crushed Avocado with Fresh Chilli | Baked Beans | Mushroom | Tomato Sourdough Toast | Fried / Scrambled / Poached Egg. Standard 16. Go Large 6 Supplement. (v)

Vegan Breakfast
Standard £15 / Go Large £6

Vegan Cumberland Sausages | Hash Brown | Baked Beans | Mushroom | Tomato | Sourdough Toast | Crushed Avocado with Fresh Chilli. Standard 15. Go Large 6 Supplement. (v) (vg) (gfa)

Crushed Avocado & Fresh Chilli
£12

Poached Eggs | Brioche Toast | Thick Sliced Maple Bacon

Welsh Rarebit on Sourdough
£12

Poached Eggs | Chilli Baked Beans. (v) (gfa)

Bistro Baked Eggs
£12

Baked Eggs | Mozzarella | Tomato | Fresh Chilli | Toasted Sourdough | Chorizo or Halloumi. (v) (gfa)

Welsh 8oz Sirloin Steak & Welsh Rarebit
£19

Toasted Sourdough | Poached Eggs

Smoked Salmon & Scrambled Eggs with Crème Fraiche
£14

Toasted Sourdough | Fresh Chive. (gfa)

The Spanish Breakfast
£16

Fried Chorizo | Potato Bravas | Paprika Fried Eggs | Baked Beans with Fresh Chilli | Crushed Avocado with Fresh Chillies | Sourdough Toast. (gfa)

Garlic & Honey Mushrooms & Poached Eggs
£10

Toasted Brioche. (v) (gfa)

Hot Honey Halloumi Stack
£13

Crushed Avocado with Fresh Chilli | Poached Eggs | Chorizo | Toasted Brioche. (gfa)

Brunch – Bistro Brunch Specials

Optional 10% service charge.

Buttermilk Pancake Stack
£13

Crispy Streaky Bacon | Hash Brown | Fried Egg | Cumberland Sausage | Maple Syrup

Brioche French Toast
£12

Crispy Streaky Bacon | Hash Brown | Maple Syrup

Belgian Waffles
£10

Strawberries | Banana | Chocolate Sauce | Maple Syrup. (v)

Vanilla Ice Cream | Strawberries | Raspberries | White Chocolate, Mango & Passionfruit Cream | Chocolate Sauce | Crumbled Chocolate
£14

(v)

Brunch – All About the Eggs

Optional 10% service charge.

Eggs Benedict
£10

Poached Eggs | Bacon | Toasted Muffin | Hollandaise Sauce. (gfa)

Eggs Royal
£10

Fresh Salmon | Poached Eggs | Toasted Muffin | Hollandaise Sauce. (gfa)

Eggs Florentine
£10

Sauteed Spinach | Poached Eggs | Toasted Muffin | Hollandaise Sauce. (v) (gfa)

Eggs Cyprus
£10

Sweet Chilli & Honey Halloumi | Poached Eggs | Toasted Muffin | Hollandaise Sauce. (gfa)

Three Egg Omelette
£5

Choose your filling(s): Tomato 1; Mushrooms 1; Cheddar Cheese 1.5; Onion 1; Chorizo 2.5; Spring Onion 1; Thick Sliced Maple Bacon 2.5. (v)

Brunch – Filled Brioche Long Buns

Optional 10% service charge.

Prawn & Marie Rose Sauce
£10

Crushed Avocado & Fresh Chillies

Chicken & Chorizo
£10

Spiced Mayonnaise

Fish Goujons
£10

Tartar Sauce | Citrus

Breakfast Roll
£10

Maple Bacon | Cumberland Sausage | Scrambled Eggs | Black Pudding | Hash Brown | Bacon Jam

Mozzarella & Tomato
£10

Homemade Pesto. (v)

Sirloin Steak & Fried Onions
£16

Bloody Mary Ketchup

Coffee

Optional 10% service charge.

Espresso
£4
Double Espresso
£4.50
Americano
£4
Cappuccino
£4.50

Coffee Syrup

Optional 10% service charge.

Vanilla
£1.50
Hazelnut
£1.50
Gingerbread
£1.50
Caramel
£1.50

Tea

Optional 10% service charge.

Tidy Tea English Breakfast
£4
Tea Pigs Earl Grey
£4.20
Tea Pigs Peppermint
£4.20
Tea Pigs Green
£4.20

White Wine

Pinot Grigio Colline di San Giorgio (Italy)
125ml £6 / 175ml £8 / 250ml £10 / Bottle £28

Light & Zesty

Riscos Viognier Reserva (Chile)
125ml £6.50 / 175ml £8.50 / 250ml £10.50 / Bottle £30

Rounded & Fruity

Tilia Chardonnay (Argentina)
125ml £7 / 175ml £9 / 250ml £11 / Bottle £32

Fresh & Tropical

Valle Berta Gavi (Italy)
125ml £7.60 / 175ml £9.60 / 250ml £11.60 / Bottle £35

Fresh & Mineral

Red Wine

Balade Romantique Pinot Noir (France)
125ml £6 / 175ml £8 / 250ml £10 / Bottle £28

Light & Delicate

Merlot Pavillion des Trois Arches (France)
125ml £6 / 175ml £8 / 250ml £10 / Bottle £28

Smooth & Fruity

Quinta do Crasto, Flor de Crasto Tinto (Portugal)
125ml £7 / 175ml £9 / 250ml £11 / Bottle £32

Juicy & Fruity

Aubert & Mathieu Palooza Syrah / Viognier (France)
125ml £8.50 / 175ml £10.50 / 250ml £12.50 / Bottle £38

Soft & Easy Drinking

Margaritas

Classic Margarita
£12

Tequila, Cointreau, Lime, Agave

Passion Fruit Margarita
£13

Tequila, Lime, Passion Fruit, Sugar Syrup

Strawberry & Kiwi Margarita
£13

Tequila, Cointreau, Strawberries, Kiwi Fruit, Lime

Dirty Austin Margarita
£13

Tequila, Lime, Olive Brine, Orange Juice, Honey

GIN

Gordons Gin
£5
Bombay Sapphire
£6
Tanqueray Seville
£6

Soft Drinks

Coca Cola
£3.50
Coke Zero
£3.50
Schweppes Lemonade
£3.50
A richly spiced Indian dish at Ginger and Clove Cardiff

Ginger & Clove Cardiff

Ginger & Clove is a family-run Indian restaurant with a clear South Indian influence and a warmer, more personal character than a standard curry house. Recipes are prepared with an emphasis on fresh seasoning and without relying on brightly coloured sauces. The intimate dining room suits couples and small groups, while the kitchen's fish, vegetarian and regional dishes offer enough range for diners who already know the usual British-Indian favourites.

Look first for Kerala-style fish with coconut and curry leaves, then add a paratha, a vegetable dish and something from the grill. Delhi butter chicken provides a gentler contrast, but the regional specials reveal more of the kitchen's personality. Recent reviews are emphatic about flavour and hospitality, with one serious complaint about a delayed meal and undercooked chicken standing against a much broader positive pattern. A paced, compact order is the best way to appreciate the cooking.

Address: 72-74 Whitchurch Road, Cardiff CF14 3LX, United Kingdom

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Ginger And Clove Cardiff Menu

Starters

Onion Bhaji
£6.49

Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, made from onions, gram flour, green chillies and herbs. Served with a sauce.

Dahi Chaat
£6.49

The term chaat denotes a wide range of street snacks. Here we have a crispy base paired with yoghurt, tamarind and mint.

Samosa Chat
£6.49

Samosas are gently smashed and served with spicy chickpeas and a sauce that is sweet, hot, and tart, with a crunchy topping.

Paneer Chilli
£7.49

Cottage cheese, marinated with a blend of spices, and then grilled.

Gobi Manchurian
£6.49

An Indian take on Chinese food. Cauliflower florets fried in a gram flour batter, and then tossed in a spicy sauce.

Chicken 65
£7.49

Spicy fried chicken. Tender on the inside, crispy on the outside.

Chilli Chicken
£7.49

An Indo Chinese dish, with tender chicken bites fried in a spicy and slightly tangy sauce.

Kerala beef fry
£8.49

A Kerala classic, tender beef brisket coated with a blend of spices including pepper and cinnamon. Served with thin slivers of onion in vinegar.

Chilli Ginger King Prawns
£8.49

Loaded with flavour, ginger and garlic are used here to intensify the dish, making it both uniquely aromatic, and strikingly tasty.

Mains

Heritage Lamb Curry
£13.49

A classic dish: tender lamb chunks coated in a rich marinade, and cooked slowly for the perfect finish.

Lamb Bhuna
£13.99

A popular North Indian classic that pairs tender lamb with onion, garlic, ginger and tomatoes to create rich flavours in a thick sauce.

Syrian beef curry
£13.49

Slow cooked chunks of tender beef in a spicy aromatic Kerala sauce bursting with curry leaves, black pepper, fennel seeds and tamarin.

Paneer Makhani
£11.99

A vegetarian dish, this paneer makhani combines soft, protein rich paneer with a tomato purée cooked with butter.

Veg Jalfrezi
£10.49

Originating from Bengal during the British Raj, this jalfrezi is now a popular Anglo- Indian staple: combining a spicy curry with crisp, vibrant vegetables.

Saag Paneer
£11.49

With a unique blend of spinach curry and cubed protein rich paneer, it's no wonder this earthy dish is so beloved in India.

Dal Tadka
£8.99

A comforting North Indian dish creamy lentils and then tempered with spices.

Chole Masala
£9.99

A nod to a famous Punjabi staple, chickpeas cooked with a blend of spices and herbs. A versatile dish that pairs well with Naan or rice.

Kerala Fish Curry
£13.49

Hailing from the tropical south coast of India, this spicy fish curry is always cooked with mango and coconut milk for a perfect creamy finish.

Meen Pollichathu
£13.99

Fish coated in cooked kerala spice paste and steamed in a banana leaf.

Nadan Chicken Curry
£11.99

Included by popular demand. Chicken breast cooked to Mathew's own recipe, much loved by anyone who has eaten at our table.

Chicken Jalfrezi
£12.49

A popular Anglo-Indian dish, well known for its hot tangy taste.

Dehli Butter Chicken
£12.99

Tender chicken breast chunks cooked in a rich butter and cashew nut sauce, with a masala blend of: coriander, ginger and garlic.

Specials & Combos

Chole Bhatura
£11.99

This dish pairs a chickpea curry with bhatura, a fluffy, deep fried flatbread.

Paal Kappa Fish Curry
£12.99

Traditional Kerala dish made with mashed tapioca and coconut milk. creamy and mildly spiced. it is comfortable and flavorful. Served with fish curry.

Paal Kappa Beef Curry
£12.49

Traditional Kerala dish made with mashed tapioca and coconut milk. creamy and mildly spiced. it is comfortable and flavorful. Served with beef curry.

Chicken Kothu Porotta
£12.99

Popular South Indian street food made with soft, crispy shredded chicken and flatbread.

Chicken Kizhi porotta
£12.99

Flaky flatbread layered with aromatic spices and chicken. wrapped in banana leaf. along with boiled eggs and fried chicken and made to sear in the griddle.

Keema Bhatura
£12.49

A North Indian Dish which pairs bhatura, a fluffy, deep fried flatbread, with keema, mince meat sautéed with onion, ginger and a range of spices.

Beef Kizhi porotta
£13.49

Flaky flatbread layered with aromatic spices and beef. wrapped in banana leaf. along with boiled eggs and chicken 65 and made to sear in the griddle.

Biriyani & Rice

Lamb Biryani
£13.49

Tender lamb cooked with layers of perfectly steamed rice and a blend of spices. topped with fried crispy onions.

Chicken Biryani
£12.49

Fragrant layers of rice flavoured with cloves, cinnamon and pepper, steamed with layers of spicy chicken topped with crispy fried onions.

Vegetable Biryani
£10.99

An aromatic rice dish made with basmathi rice, mixed veggies, herbs and spices.

Pulav Rice
£3.99

Basmathi rice cooked with an aromatic blend of ghee, whole spices, onion and a hint of saffron.

Steamed rice
£3.99

Rice cooked by boiling/ steaming

Peas Pulav
£4.49

An aromatic dish of basmathi rice loaded with peas

Coconut Rice
£4.49

Rice cooked in grated cocount and fenugreek.

Garlic Rice
£4.49

Buttery basmathi rice sautéed with garlic

Mushroom Rice
£4.99

Basmathi rice cooked with mushrooms and infused with a rich, earthy flavour.

Breads & Sides

Roti
£2.49

Unleavened flat bread made from whole wheat flour

Kerala Parotta
£2.49

A flaky, layered flatbread which is a South Indian speciality. It is made from refined flour (maida) and cooked with ghee or oil

Plain Dosa
£6

A thin savoury crepe

Masala Dosa
£7.99

A dosa stuffed with spiced seasoned potato

Chole Masala
£4.99

A nod to a famous Punjabi staple. chickpeas cooked with a blend of spices and herbs. A versatile dish that pairs well with Naan or rice.

Seasonal Veg Thoran
£4.49

Seasonal vegetables cooked with grated coconut, green chillies and garlic. Tempered with coconut oil, mustard and curry leaves.

Dal Tadka
£5.49

A comforting North Indian dish creamy lentils and then tempered with spices.

Saag Aloo
£5.49

A popular North Indian dish that pairs spinach with tender potatoes.

Bombay Aloo
£4.99

A popular Bombay side dish featuring tender potatos in a fragrant, spicy sauce

Masala Fries
£3.99
Plain Fries
£3

Cocktails

All cocktails £8.00

Classic daiquiri
£8

A Sour made with White Rum, sharp and invigorating, it consists of White Rum and fresh lime juice.

Dry daiquiri
£8

A combination of white Rum, Campari, passion fruit, sugar syrup and fresh lime juice, this drink is a modern twist of the classic daiquiri.

Mojito
£8

A combination of white rum, mint leaves, sugar and soda, this drink is a global favourite.

Negroni
£8

A drink that has the right balance of sweetness and bitterness to stimulate the appetite; it is a combination of Gin and Campari with sweet vermouth.

Martini
£8

A combination of Gin and Campari with dry vermouth, this drink is the Quintessence of elegant drinking (bond style), drinking this classic is a deeply personal experience.

Manhattan
£8

The rich wine notes from the sweet vermouth, combined with the spice and punch of whiskey are what give the drink such depth and complexity.

Old fashioned
£8

Rich, complex and strong. A cocktail made the 'old fashioned way' entailed simply a base spirit, sugar, water and bitters. It sits among the truly great drink creations of all time.

Whiskey sour
£8

Silky, smooth and perfectly balanced. Rich bourbon and sharp citrus make this classic cocktail. It is a combination of Bourbon, lemon juice, egg white and 2 dashes of Angostura bitters.

Blue Lagoon
£8

Vodka mixed with blue Curacao and lemonade

Cape Codder
£8

Named after the summer resort on the Massachusetts coast. This refreshing long drink is sipped as the sun sets over the horizon. A mix of Vodka and cranberry juice.

Cosmopolitan
£8

Immortalized in the late 1990s by the television show 'Sex in the City', it is a combination fo Vodka and Cointreau, with cranberry and lemon juice.

Expresso martini
£8

A blend of Vodka, coffee, liqueur and fresh expresso coffee, this drink is a modern classic.

Draught Beers

Cobra
Half £3 / Pint £5.50
Madri
Half £3 / Pint £5.50
Asphall Cider
Half £3 / Pint £5.25
Guinness
Half £3.50 / Pint £6.50

Bottled Beer

All bottled beers £4.80

Peroni
£4.80
Peroni Zero
£4.80
Birra Moretti
£4.80
Corona
£4.80
A roast dinner with vegetables at Old Cottage Lisvane

Old Cottage Lisvane

Old Cottage Lisvane is the most polished pub option in this part of North Cardiff. The restored building, garden and comfortable dining rooms make it suited to family celebrations, long Sunday lunches and meals where atmosphere matters as much as speed. Its menu covers modern pub classics, grills, fish, vegetarian plates and weekend brunch, giving mixed-age groups a dependable choice without forcing everyone towards the same style of food.

At brunch, eggs royale or a traditional breakfast make better use of the kitchen than a quick snack. Later in the day, begin with a shareable plate and choose between a roast, a grill or a lighter fish or vegetable main. The online allergen filters are useful for planning a mixed table. High review volume and sustained ratings support its reliability, though this is a large, busy operation; booking and allowing a little extra time produce a calmer experience at weekend peaks.

Address: Cherry Orchard Road, Lisvane, Cardiff CF14 0UE, United Kingdom

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The Old Cottage Menu

Nibbles

Nocellara Olives
£4.95
Crispy Courgette Fritters
£5.95
Halloumi Fries
£6.95
Pulled Pork, Cheek & Aspall Croquettes
£7.95
Artisan Rustic Breads
£6.95

Wild garlic butter, tomato tapenade, balsamic & olive oil

Stonebaked Garlic & Mozzarella Pizzette
£8.95

Starters

Pan-Fried Wild Scallops
£13.75

Spicy chorizo, red pepper romesco, samphire

Beetroot Carpaccio
£8.75

Goat's cheese, orange segments

Beetroot Carpaccio
£8.75

Greek style Violife, orange segments

Chicken Yakiniku Skewers
£9.50

Ginger & carrot salad, togarashi seed crumb, satay sauce

Port & Cheddar Mushrooms
£8.50

Toasted rosemary & sea salt focaccia

Pan-Fried King Prawns
£10.50

Harissa & lemon butter

Chicken Liver & Fig Parfait
£8.75

Cherry amaretto compôte, toasted focaccia

Sea Salt & Black Pepper Squid
£9.50

Wild garlic aioli

Baked Gilot Camembert
£15.95

Hot honey, toasted focaccia

Charcuterie Board
£20.95

Coppa, Fennel Salami, Milano Salami, Nocellara olives, pickles, sweet peppers, parmesan

Roasts

All our roasts are served with roasted potatoes, sautéed greens, roasted root vegetables, Yorkshire pudding & bottomless gravy.

Trio Of Roasts
£24.95

Beef sirloin, pork belly and chicken, crackling, chestnut & pork stuffing, bread sauce

British Half Roast Chicken
£20.50

Bread sauce, chestnut & pork stuffing

Roast Duo Of Beef
£24.50

Slow-cooked blade of beef, Sirloin aged for a minimum of 21 days

Roast Sirloin Of Beef
£21.95

Aged for a minimum of 21 days

Slow-Cooked Pork Belly
£21.50

Crackling, chestnut & pork stuffing

Sweet Potato, Butternut & Chestnut Roast
£19.50

Tenderstem® broccoli, roasted carrot, cavolo nero

Our Sharing Roast Experience For Two
£54.50

Sirloin of beef, half rotisserie chicken, slow-cooked pork belly, crackling, chestnut & pork stuffing, cauliflower cheese, horseradish cream, bread sauce, apple ketchup

Roast Sides

Enjoy any three for £12

Cauliflower Cheese
£6.50
Sautéed Greens
£4.95
Chestnut & Pork Stuffing
£5.95
Dauphinoise potatoes
£5.50
Cheesy leeks & cavolo nero
£6.50
Pigs in Blankets
£6.50

Mains

Pan-Fried Sea Bass Fillets
£23.95

Crushed baby potatoes, clams, samphire, saffron velouté

Tarragon-Battered Line-Caught Haddock
£19.95

Thick-cut chips, minted pea purée, caper & tarragon tartare sauce

Tarragon-Battered Halloumi
£19.95

Thick-cut chips, minted pea purée, homemade tartare sauce

Chicken, Leek & Davidstow Cheddar Pie
£20.50

Sautéed green beans, Tenderstem® broccoli, chive mashed potato, rich gravy

King Prawn, Crab & Chorizo Pappardelle
£19.50

White wine, tomato, garlic & chilli sauce

King Prawn, Crab & Chorizo Pappardelle & Scallops
£23.50

White wine, tomato, garlic & chilli sauce

Super Green Salad
£15.50

Red chicory, avocado, courgette ribbons, asparagus, apple, grains, samphire

Asparagus & Squash Orzo
£19.50

Roasted courgette, balsamic tomatoes, Greek-style Violife, wild garlic salsa verde, cavolo nero

Pan-Roasted Lamb Rump
£26.50

Baby potatoes, chorizo, Tenderstem® broccoli, cavolo nero, jus

British Half Rotisserie Chicken
£19.95

Smoked garlic aioli, skin on fries, rich chicken gravy, Finished with: BBQ or hot honey

Signature Duo of Pork & Scallops
£25.75

Slow-cooked pork belly, pork fillet wrapped in prosciutto, roasted apple ketchup, dauphinoise potato, Tenderstem® broccoli, rich gravy

Signature Duo of Pork
£21.75

Without scallops

Pan-Roasted Salmon
£21.95

Balsamic tomatoes, crispy capers, harissa lemon butter, green beans, pearl potatoes

Burgers

All our burgers are served with baby gem lettuce and tomato in a brioche bun with stokes relish, pickles and fries on the side

Our Dirty Burger
£20.95

Prime beef patty, streaky bacon, lashings of cheese, slow-cooked pulled beef

Prime Cheeseburger
£18.95

Beef patty, Cheddar cheese

Buttermilk Chicken Burger
£19.50

Crispy chicken, ginger slaw, gochujang aioli

Crispy Halloumi Burger
£18.75

Sautéed mushrooms, hot honey, breaded halloumi

Premium Steak Cuts

All our beef is aged for a minimum of 21 days and served with rustic thick-cut chips, caramelised Roscoff onion, sautéed mushrooms and parsley butter

7oz Fillet Steak
£35.50

Lean, tender and delicate in flavour, recommended rare

10oz Rib-Eye Steak
£33.50

Juicy in texture and bursting with flavour, recommended medium

Sides

Halloumi Fries
£6.95
Sautéed Greens
£4.95
Onion Rings
£5.95
House salad
£4.95
Fries & sea salt
£5.50
Mac & Cheese
£5.50
Thick-Cut Chips
£5.50
Billionaire's Fries
£6.50

Parmesan, prosciutto, truffle flavour mayonnaise

Our Favourites

Traditional Breakfast
£10.95

Bacon, Cumberland sausage, tomato, sautéed mushrooms, two fried Copper Maran eggs, Bury black pudding, baked beans, hash browns, toast

Traditional Breakfast Large
£13.95

Extra sausage, bacon & mushrooms

Vegetarian Breakfast (v)
£10.95

Hash brown, avocado, mixed sautéed mushrooms, two fried Copper Maran eggs, baked beans, confit tomato, toast

Smashed Avocado on Sourdough (ve)
£10.50

Confit tomatoes, pumpkin & sunflower seeds

Pulled Beef Hash
£10.50

Fried Copper Maran egg, crispy potato, beef dripping sauce, toast

Cumberland Sausage Sandwich
£6.50

Two hash browns, Stokes tomato ketchup

Streaky Bacon Sandwich
£6.50

Two hash browns, Stokes tomato ketchup

Toasted French Brioche* (v)
£7.95

fresh berries, Greek-style yoghurt, honey

Eggs

All our egg dishes use Copper Marans free-range heritage breed eggs.

Eggs Royale*
£10.75

Poached Copper Maran eggs, smoked salmon, English muffin, hollandaise

Eggs Benedict*
£9.95

Poached Copper Maran eggs, roasted ham, English muffin, hollandaise

Scrambled Eggs (v)
£7.50

On toasted bread

Chargrilled Chorizo, Avocado & Poached Eggs*
£10.50

On toasted sourdough

Childrens Breakfast

Traditional Breakfast
£6.18

Cumberland sausage, tomato, mixed sautéed mushrooms, fried Copper Maran egg, baked beans, toast

Vegetarian Breakfast (V)
£6.18

Hash brown, avocado, mixed sautéed mushrooms, fried Copper Maran egg, baked beans, tomato, toast

Scrambled Eggs on Toast (V)
£4.40

Add Ons

Fancy a little extra? Add the following to your Breakfast:

Smoked salmon
£3
Sausage
£2.50
Avocado (VE)
£2.50
Bacon
£1.75
Baked beans (VE)
£1
Sautéed Mushrooms (VE)
£1.50
Toast (V)
£2.25

Lunch Set Menu - Starters

Two courses from £21.95 or three courses from £25.95. Served alongside the All Day Menu.

Sea Salt & Black Pepper Squid

Wild garlic aioli

Chicken Liver & Fig Parfait*

Cherry amaretto compôte, toasted focaccia

Port & Cheddar Mushrooms* (v)

Toasted rosemary & sea salt focaccia

Spiced Carrot, Swede & Ginger Soup (ve)

Wild garlic salsa verde, sea salt & rosemary focaccia

Lunch Set Menu - Mains

Asparagus & Squash Orzo (ve)

Roasted courgette, balsamic tomatoes, Greek-style Violife, wild garlic salsa verde, cavolo nero

Monkfish Scampi

Minted pea purée, home-made tartare sauce, rustic thick-cut chip

Tarragon-Battered Halloumi (v)

Thick-cut chips, minted pea purée, homemade tartare sauce

Buttermilk Chicken Burger*

Crispy chicken, ginger slaw, gochujang aioli served with baby gem lettuce and tomato in a brioche bun with stokes relish, pickles and fries on the side

Chargrilled Gammon Steak

Fried Copper Maran egg, rustic thick-cut chips, pineapple ketchup

Margherita Pizza (v)

Mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, basil

Super Green Salad* (ve)

Red chicory, avocado, courgette ribbons, asparagus, apple, grains, samphire

Crab & Salmon Fishcake*

Poached Copper Maran egg, watercress sauce, cavolo nero with your choice of fries or house salad

Cumberland Sausages & Chive Mash

crispy onion rings, green beans, rich gravy

Lunch Set Menu - Sides

Billionaire's Fries
£6.50

Parmesan, prosciutto, truffle flavour mayonnaise

Sautéed Greens (ve)
£4.95
Chive mashed potato (v)
£4.95
Thick-Cut Chips (v)
£5.50
Mac & Cheese (v)
£5.50
House salad* (ve)
£4.95
Onion Rings (v)
£5.95
Fries & sea salt (v)
£5.50
Halloumi Fries (v)
£6.95

Lunch Set Menu - Sandwiches

Available as part of the lunch set menu but can also be ordered separately. All our sandwiches are freshly prepared and served with your choice of fries (V) or house salad* (VE)

Grilled Chicken & Mozzarella
£13.75

Rocket, roasted red pepper romesco, toasted seeded bloomer

Fillet Steak Sandwich
£14.50

Horseradish cream, rocket, beef dripping sauce, toasted seeded bloomer

Goats Cheese & Avocado Open Sandwich (v) (vgo)
£12.75

Balsamic tomatoes, rocket, wild garlic salsa verde Vegan alternative available

Violife & Avocado Open Sandwich (ve)
£12.75

Balsamic tomatoes, rocket, wild garlic salsa verde

Children's Menu - Starters

All 3.00

Garlic Doughballs (v)
£3

Tomato dip

Crudites (ve)
£3

Red pepper dip

Halloumi Sticks (v)
£3

Tomato dip

Children's Menu - Mains

All 8.50

Grilled Chicken Breast Strips
£8.50

With salad and your choice of veg sticks, baby potatoes or fries

Sausage & Mash
£8.50

Green beans, gravy

Freshly Battered Line-Caught Fish
£8.50

With peas and your choice of veg sticks, baby potatoes or fries

Margherita Pizza (v)
£8.50

With veg sticks

Cheeseburger
£8.50

With veg sticks and your choice of baby potatoes or fries

Tomato Pasta (ve)
£8.50

Served with Red chicory, apple, grains, samphire salad

Children's Menu - Roasts (Sunday Only)

Sunday only

British Roast Chicken
£8.45

Roasted potatoes, greens, Yorkshire pudding & gravy

Roast Beef
£9.34

Roasted potatoes, greens, Yorkshire pudding & gravy

Sweet Potato, Butternut & Chestnut Roast (ve)
£8.45

Roasted potatoes, greens & gravy

Children's Menu - Desserts

All 3.50

Chocolate Brownie Sundae
£3.50

Strawberries, meringue, chocolate popping candy, Bourbon vanilla ice cream

Berry Ice Lolly (ve)
£3.50

PIP Organic strawberry, blackcurrant, apple

Mixed Fruits (ve)
£3.50

Raspberry sorbet

Burgers & Pizzas

All our burgers are served with baby gem lettuce and tomato in a brioche bun with stokes relish, pickles and fries on the side

Our Dirty Burger
£20.95

Prime beef patty, streaky bacon, lashings of cheese, slow-cooked pulled beef

Prime Cheeseburger
£18.95

Beef patty, Cheddar cheese

Buttermilk Chicken Burger
£19.50

Crispy chicken, ginger slaw, gochujang aioli

Crispy Halloumi Burger
£18.75

Sautéed mushrooms, hot honey, breaded halloumi

Diablo Pizza
£18.50

Chorizo, pepperoni, sweet peppers, mozzarella, chilli, hot honey

Margherita Pizza
£14.50

Mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, basil

Hot Drinks

Americano (V)
£3.95

Shots of espresso and filtered hot water

Cappuccino (V)
£4.25

Espresso and a deep layer of perfectly blended steamed milk and foam

Double Espresso (V)
£4.25

Two straight shots of our house blend

Latte (V)
£4.25

Espresso, steamed milk and a layer of milk foam

Macchiato (V)
£4.25

Two shots of coffee with a layer of milk foam

Flat White (V)
£4.25

Sweet espresso shots finished with steamed milk

Hot Chocolate (V)
£4.25

Desserts

Raspberry Crème Brûlée
£9.25

Home-baked sable biscuits

Home-Baked Chocolate Brownie
£8.75

Bourbon vanilla ice cream

Timperley Rhubarb & Apple Crumble
£8.25

Vanilla custard

Timperley Rhubarb & Apple Crumble
£8.25

Vegan custard

Tiramisu
£8.50

Bourbon vanilla ice-cream, shot of espresso

Our Chocolate Bomb
£10.50

Amarena cherry, brownie, Bourbon vanilla ice cream, popping candy, chocolate sauce

Sticky Toffee & Rum Pudding
£8.75

Stem ginger ice cream

Ice Cream or Sorbet
£7.50

Choose three scoops: Ice Cream (v): Double Chocolate, Bourbon Vanilla, Stem Ginger / Sorbet (ve): Raspberry

Mini Dessert & Hot Drink
£7.50

Choose any hot drink from our selection of coffee, hot chocolate & teas

Mini Dessert & Cocktail
£11.25

The perfect after-dinner treat. Choose your cocktail: Aperol Spritz, Espresso Martini or Passion Fruit Martini

Lunch Set Menu - Desserts

Ice Cream or Sorbet (v) (vgo)

Choose three scoops: Ice Cream (v): Double Chocolate, Bourbon Vanilla, Stem Ginger / Sorbet (ve): Raspberry

Home-Baked Chocolate Brownie (v)

Bourbon vanilla ice cream

Timperley Rhubarb & Apple Crumble (v) (vgo)

Vanilla custard

Timperley Rhubarb & Apple Crumble (ve)

Vegan custard

Mini Dessert & Hot Drink
£7.50

Choose a hot drink from our selection of coffee, hot chocolate or teas available. Pick your mini dessert from: Home-Baked Chocolate Brownie (v), Raspberry Crème Brûlée (v), Timperley Rhubarb & Apple Crumble (v), Timperley Rhubarb & Apple Crumble (ve)

Add a Little Luxury

Why not add a glass of Champagne? Enjoy a glass of Moet & Chandon Champagne with any breakfast dish for 8.95

MOËT & CHANDON IMPÉRIAL, France
£8.95

Sumptuous pear, white peach and apple flavours are followed by refreshing bubbles that soften to reveal citrus fruit and gooseberry. 12.5% Vol.

Tea

Ask a member of the team about our selection of quality teas available

Tea Twinings English Breakfast (V)
£3.75
Tea Twinings Peppermint (V)
£3.75
Tea Twinings Camomile (V)
£3.75
Tea Twinings Cranberry (V)
£3.75
Tea Twinings Earl Grey (V)
£3.75
Tea Twinings Lemon & Ginger (V)
£3.75
Tea Twinings Green Tea (V)
£3.75

Children's Menu - Drinks

No added sugar. No nasties.

Innocent Kids Juicy Water Apples & Mangoes
£2.63
Innocent Kids Juicy Water Apples & Strawberries
£2.63
A colourful Turkish brunch bowl at Longa Turkish Cafe in Cardiff

Longa Turkish Café

Longa Turkish Café turns breakfast and brunch into a generous, sociable meal. Copper pans, Turkish breads, speciality coffee and a bright neighbourhood room make it feel distinct from the usual eggs-and-toast café. The Whitchurch Road branch serves during the day, so it is best approached for a leisurely breakfast, lunch or coffee rather than assumed to be an evening restaurant. Vegetarian diners have particularly strong choices across the menu.

Menemen brings eggs, tomato, pepper and chilli butter together in the traditional pan, while Turkish eggs combine poached eggs, garlicky yoghurt and warm spice. For two people, the Anatolian or Aegean breakfast spreads add cheeses, olives, hummus, jams and bread around a shared hot dish. Most feedback praises freshness, range and the welcoming atmosphere. Repeated complaints mention slow service and value at busy times, so an earlier table and a focused order are sensible.

Address: 180 Whitchurch Road, Cardiff CF14 3NB, United Kingdom

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longa turkish cafe Menu

In a Vintage Copper Pan

Experience tradition in every bite served in a traditional style copper bowl.

menemen
£12.50

2 scrambled or runny eggs, fresh tomato, green peppers, and chilli butter. served with turkish bread basket.

menemen
add cheddar cheese £16

add cheddar cheese

menemen
add turkish spiced beef sausage £16.50

add turkish spiced beef sausage

eggs & sucuk
£13.50

2 eggs fried with turkish spiced beef sausage, melted cheddar cheese, chilli butter, fresh lemon tyhme. served with a turkish bread basket.

eggs & potato
£13.50

fried potato with scrambled eggs and melted cheddar cheese, black pepper, cajun spices, thyme. served with a turkish bread basket.

eggs & potato
add turkish spiced beef sausage £17.50

add turkish spiced beef sausage

shakshuka
£12

fried aubergine, potato and green pepper in spiced tomato sauce with garlic & chilli butter. served with a turkish bread basket.

shakshuka
add 2 eggs £16.50

add 2 eggs

shakshuka
add herbed yogurt £17

add herbed yogurt

shakshuka
add 2 eggs and herbed yoghurt £20.50

add 2 eggs and herbed yoghurt

halloumi tava
£13.50

fried halloumi slices in our rich spiced tomato & pepper sauce with fresh basil and chilli butter. served with turkish bread basket.

ayvalık trio
£15

julienne-style cut beef pastrami. salami. and spiced sausage (sucuk) with scrambled eggs and melted cheddar cheese. turkish bread basket.

beef keema & eggs
£15.50

ground beef and eggs are cooked in a spicy tomato sauce with melted cheedar cheese. served with a turkish bread basket.

eggs & beans
£12

beans and eggs, cooked with tomato sauce with smoky chilli spices, with turkish bread basket.

eggs & beans
add cheddar cheese £15.50

add cheddar cheese

eggs & beans
add turkish spiced beef sausage £16

add turkish spiced beef sausage

On Plate

Our "on plate" menus are not just meals; they're edible masterpieces.

turkish eggs
£13

2 poached eggs, garlic herbed yogurt, fresh basil, poppy seed, chilli butter, turkish bread basket.

simit & egg
£14.50

simit bread with fried egg, melted cheddar cheese, avocado, hummus.

simit & egg
add turkish spiced beef sausage £18.50

add turkish spiced beef sausage

cheesy beefy scramble
£12.50

fluffy scrambled eggs, diced beef salami. top with shredded cheddar cheese on a toasted brioche bun.

brioche bun bomb
£11.50

fried egg, turkish spiced sausage, melted cheddar cheese, chilli sauce, hummus.

The Ultimate Turkish Breakfast Feast for Two

This is not just breakfast; it's an experience. Our ultimate turkish breakfast feast for two is designed to tantalize your taste buds and transport you to the vibrant markets and charming cafes of ıstanbul. Please choose one of the turkısh pans as your maın, menemen - eggs & sucuk - shakshuka - eggs & potato. (The portıon of the pan ıs for 2 people)

the anatolian
£39.50

main dish + cheese platter + 8 sides + bread basket Halloumi. feta, cream cheese with grapes. halloumi. feta, cream cheese with grapes. marinated olives, hummus, 'yemen spiced tomato paste with thyme, clotted cream & honey, rose jam, quince jam, (turkish spiced beef sausages) sucuk, beef salami slices.

the anatolian
extra bread basket £43

extra bread basket

the aegean
£39.50

main dish + cheese platter + 8 sides + bread basket halloumi. feta, cream cheese with grapes. marinated olives, hummus, 'yemen spiced tomato paste with thyme, clotted cream & honey, rose jam, quince jam, tahini & sweet pekmez mix with walnuts, cherry tomato & cucumber with olive oil.

the aegean
extra bread basket £43

extra bread basket

Simit Bagel Sandwiches

Discover the authentic taste of turkey's beloved street food, a type of ring-shaped traditional turkish sesame bread roll. Baked fresh daily. Whether you enjoy it plain, with sides or dips, the simit is always a perfect choice.

simit bagel sandwiches
£13

choose: #1 avocado, feta, tomato, olive oil. #2 beef salami, cream cheese, olive, cucumber, basil. #3 melted cheddar, turkish sausage, chilli butter.

simit bagel sandwiches
add 2 fried or poached eggs £16.50

add 2 fried or poached eggs

plain simit bread
£4

great for dipping or delicious on its own

plain simit bread
add clotted cream & honey £4.50

add clotted cream & honey

plain simit bread
add tahini & molasses with walnut £4

add tahini & molasses with walnut

plain simit bread
add nutella £4

add nutella

plain simit bread
add hummus £4

add hummus

Small Plates and Sides

extra sides
£4

beef sucuk

extra sides
£3

beans

extra sides
£4

halloumi

extra sides
£4

avocado

hot hummus with bread
£7.50

creamy home-made hummus with chedar & isot chilli.

fried herbed potato
£6.50
loaded fried potato
£9

beef sucuk, cheddar cheese, house mayo with za'atar spice.

gözleme with a sweet or savoury dip
£9

hand-rolled dough that is thinly stretched serve with choice of dip. (nutella - honey&cream - jam - cream cheese)

kids' omelette with jam & bread
£8

Sweet Treats

oven-baked pistachio tahini helva
£6.50
triple stack pancakes whipped cream & mixed berries
£8.95

choose from toppings: -belgian milk & white chocolate -honey

profiterole
£7.50

light cream and choux pastry sandwiches drizzled with a warm chocolate.

cake of the day
£4
pistachio baklava (4pc)
£6

Hot Drinks

double espresso
£3
espresso macchiato
£3.30
americano
£3.40
flat white
£3.90
latte
regular £3.90
cappuccino
regular £3.45 / large £3.90
cortado
£3.20
mocha
£3.95
hot chocolate
£3.60
alternative milk oat
£0.50
add syrup vanilla / caramel
£0.50
classic dark roast turkish coffee & turkish delight
£3.75
levantine sahlep
£3.95

(sah-LEP) is a rich, hot beverage made with hot milk and sugar that is thickened with flour made from wild orchidtubers. a sprinkle of cinnamon on top

pot of english breakfast tea
£3.10
pot of english breakfast tea for 2
£4.50
fresh brewed turkish tea
regular £2.30 / large £2.70
turkish apple tea
£3.40
pot of herbal tea
£3.40

mint tea camomile green tea

Cold Drinks

coke / diet coke/ sprite
£2.90
appletiser
£3
ginger beer
£3.30
sparkling water
£2.80
still water
£2.50
fentimans
£3.30

- rose lemonade - victorian lemonade - elderflower sparkling - dandelion and burdock - spiced curiosity cola

banana smoothie
£4.50

banana + oat milk + lotus biscoff

orange / apple juice
£2.80
pineapple
£3
iced latte
£3.90
iced mocha
regular £3.95
iced mocha
add syrup vanilla/caramel £0.50

add syrup vanilla/caramel

Tandoor-grilled Indian starters at Salkaara in Llandaff North

Salkaara

Salkaara's Llandaff North restaurant specialises in Indian cooking with a pronounced southern influence, using coconut, curry leaves, seafood and layered marinades alongside familiar favourites. The dining room is relaxed enough for a casual curry yet the tasting menus and composed fish dishes support a more deliberate occasion. It is a strong choice when a group wants recognisable comfort but at least one diner hopes to explore beyond tikka masala.

Sea bass with raw mango, ginger and coconut shows the kitchen's brighter side, while tiger prawn moilee brings a gentler coconut sauce. Spice-crusted lamb tikka, dal tadka and freshly cooked breads create a rounded table without repeating the same gravy. The broad menu needs restraint: choose one grilled starter, one seafood or regional main, one vegetable dish and shared rice or bread. The overall style rewards diners who enjoy aromatic heat, seafood and sauces with clear regional character.

Address: 125 Station Road, Llandaff North, Cardiff CF14 2FE, United Kingdom

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Starters

Honey Glazed Chilli Chicken
£5.50

Deep fried spicy battered chicken; tossed in a spicy garlic, soy and honey sauce

Lamb Seekh Kebab
£4.95

Tender lamb cubes crusted with honey, methi and exotic spices; tandoori grilled.

Tawa Prawns
£6.50

Spicy and tangy grilled prawns in a paste of curry leaves, red chillies and garlic

Malai Chicken Tikka
£5.95

Creamy star anise and black pepper marinated chicken; tandoori grilled

Mushroom Cheese Tikki
£5

Cheese stuffed spiced mushroom croquettes ; deep crumb fried.

Kashmiri Chicken Tikka
£5.50

Chicken morsels infused in a special marinade with kashmiri red chillies

Beef Chilli Fry
£6.50

Tender beef cooked with a special blend of spices; sau’teed in low flame with coconut chips and curry leaves till dry

Pappodoms
£3.50

With three in - house pickles

Onion Palak Pakora
£4.50

Fritters of finely shredded spinach,onion and water chestnuts

Zafrani Paneer Tikka
£5.50

Indian cottage cheese in a subtle green chilli marinade; grilled to perfection in the tandoor

Punjabi Samosa
£4.75

Homemade short crust pastry with a spiced potato and pea filling; deep fried.

Tandoori Grills

Tandoori King Prawn
£15.90

Tandoori grilled king prawn scented with orange zest and rolled in special spices.

Tandoori Salmon
£13.95

Salmon steaks marinated with mustard, honey , dill leaves and fenugreek; grilled in the tandoor.

Mix Grill
£15.95

Tiger prawn, tandoori salmon, chicken tikka , spice crusted lamb tikka and seekh kebab served with chips.

Tandoori Murgh
£12.95

Baby chicken marinated with red chillies and yoghurt ; finished in the tandoor

Salkaara Specials

Alleppey Sea Bass
£15.95

Sea Bass in a tongue tickling raw mango ginger, coconut milk and curry leaf sauce.

Tiger Prawns Moilee
£14.95

Tiger prawns cooked in fresh coconut milk, onions, tomatoes;tempered with mustard and curry leaves.

Malabar Lamb Curry
£13.95

Diced lamb cooked with onion, tomato, ginger, garlic, chilli powder coriander powder, garam masala and curry leaves.

Rajasthani Lal Maas
£13.95

Succulent morsels of lamb slow cooked with rustic spices in a fiery red chilli and garlic base and finished with creamy yoghurt.

Kerala Fish Curry
£14.95

Catch of the day in a clever blend of tomatoes, cocum, ginger and curry leaves.

Lamb Shank
£14.95

Very tender slow cooked shank of lamb; served in a creamy sauce of cashew nuts, cream ,fresh coriander and spices.

Nadan Chicken Curry
£12.95

Delicious Kerala-style chicken curry with roasted coconut and spices.

Mughalai Chicken
£12.95

North Indian style preparation of chicken in a creamy , dark brown gravy rich with nuts and yoghurt; finished with a whisked egg.

Traditional British Favourites

Dhansak
From £8.95

Cooked with vegetables in a tangy, spicy sauce of onions, garlic, ginger, tomato, fresh coriander and spices; made lusciously thick adding lentils. A traditional Parsi recipe.

Korma
From £8.95

Simmered in a creamy sauce of cashew nuts, coconut, mild spices and flavoured with fresh coriander.

Tikka Masala
From £8.95

Cooked to a succulent balance in a chunky tomato and onion gravy with turmeric, yoghurt and spices . This is our 0wn version of this popular British dish.

Jalfrezi
From £8.95

Stir fried in a spicy onion tomato gravy, diced onion, crunchy bell pepper and finished with lemon juice.

Madrasi
From £8.95

Cooked in a spicy red sauce with chilli, ginger, garlic and a hint of fenugreek and cardamom.

Saag
From £8.95

Tossed in a creamy spinach base and spiced with, garlic, cumin and roasted fenugreek leaves.

Do’piaza
From £8.95

Persian influenced dish named after the use of onions at two different stages of cooking along with the spices has a depth of flavour.

Makhani
From £8.95

Punjabi style thick and creamy yet spicy; onion and tomato masala gravy a melange of Indian spices.

Biriyani

Malabar Biriyani
From £9.95

Malabar style preparation of biriyani - using fragrant basmati rice and an array of spices the whole combination is usually dum cooked in bulk so that the flavours and aroma are preserved. We do try and match to get an authentic preparation style. Served with Raita.

Side Dishes

Dal Tadka
£5

Homemade lentils tempered with cumin red chillies and garlic

Thoran
£5

Traditional Kerala dish of seasonal vegetables stir-fried and tempered with mustard and curry leaves

Onion Cucumber Raitha
£3.90

Natural yoghurt with a touch of roasted cumin, chilli, onion and cucumber

Bombay Aloo
£5.45

Baby potatoes and dried fenugreek leaves with cumin, ginger and onion D- DAIRY(Optional)

Bhindi Masala
£5.95

Okra sautéed with onions, tomatoes and a touch of spiceD - DAIRY

Saag Khumb
£4.95

Leaf spinach and mushrooms sauteed In butter with chillies and gingerD - DAIRY

Rice and Bread

Kerala Porotta
£2.50
Keema Rice
£3.75
Steamed Rice
£3
Zafran Pilau Rice
£3.50
Coconut Rice
£3.75
Mushroom Rice
£3.75
Lemon Rice
£3.75
Chips
£3
Roti
£2.50
Naan
£3
Butter Naan
£3.50
Peshwari Naan
£3.50
Lamb Naan
£3.50
Chilli Coriander Naan
£3.50
Garlic Naan
£3.50
Fig and Coriander Naan
£3.50

Drinks

Coca Cola 0.33L
£1.50
Diet Coca Cola 0.33L
£1.50
Sprite 0.33L
£1.50
A roast dinner served at Ffynnon Wen in Lisvane

Ffynnon Wen

Ffynnon Wen earns its place through consistency, capacity and a format that works for groups. The large Lisvane pub centres on carvery-style roasts and familiar British comfort food, with space for families and gatherings that smaller independents cannot easily accommodate. It is the practical choice for a mixed-age lunch, an informal celebration or diners who value a broad, recognisable menu and straightforward portions over a tightly curated restaurant experience.

The roast counter is the main attraction: combine one meat with vegetables and gravy rather than overloading the plate, then add a starter or pudding only if the occasion calls for it. Burgers, grills and meat-free alternatives give non-carvery diners a workable route. The exceptionally large body of current reviews supports its popularity, though peak service can feel busy and consistency varies more than at the smaller leaders. Book ahead for Sunday and arrive ready for a bustling room.

Address: Thornhill Road, Lisvane, Cardiff CF14 9UA, United Kingdom

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Ffynnon Wen Menu

Starters

Tomato & Basil Soup
£5.79

Basil pesto oil, sliced baguette & salted butter

Sticky Chicken
£6.79

Karaage-fried chicken thigh, hot honey dressing, chives, truffle mayo

Halloumi Fries
£6.99

Red chillies, chilli jam, roasted garlic mayo, chives

Our Baked Camembert
£13.50

Perfect to share and served inside a rustic garlic bread boule, caramelised red onion chutney, rosemary. Serves 2-3

Tomato & Basil Soup - Vegan Option
£5.79
Oak Smoked Salmon
£8.29

Crispy capers, lemon mayo, toasted focaccia, pea shoots

Chicken Liver & Brandy Pâté
£7.29

Golden beetroot piccalilli, balsamic glaze, pea shoots, toasted focaccia & salted butter

Garlic, Cheddar & Bacon Baked Mushrooms
£6.99

Sautéed button mushrooms in a garlic cheese sauce, topped with mature Cheddar cheese, crispy smoked streaky bacon, Mozzarella pearls, chives, toasted focaccia

Garlic & Cheddar Baked Mushrooms
£6.99

Sautéed button mushrooms in a garlic cheese sauce, topped with mature Cheddar cheese, Mozzarella pearls, chives, toasted focaccia

Crispy Whitebait
£6.79

Cayenne pepper, lemon mayo, chives, lemon wedge

Crispy BBQ Cauliflower Wings
£6.29

Red chillies, chives, roasted garlic mayo

Crispy BBQ Chicken Strips
£6.79

BBQ sauce, red chillies, chives

Mains

Hawkstone IPA & Beef Pie
£20.99

British diced beef and hand-pulled beef cheek, slow-cooked in a rich Hawkstone IPA gravy with seasonal vegetables and Barber’s Cheddar, encased in golden all-butter shortcrust pastry. Served with creamed mashed potatoes, maple-roasted carrots, kale, peas, green beans and mangetout, with a rich red wine gravy.

Sausage & Mash
£14.79

Crispy smoked streaky bacon, green beans, caramelised red onion gravy

Sausage & Mash - Vegetarian Option
£14.79
Pan-Fried Sea Bass
£21.29

Garlic King prawns, white wine sauce, rosemary & garlic-roasted parmentier potatoes, kale, peas, green beans & mangetout, grilled lemon, chives

Fish & Chips with mushy peas
£17.79

Hand-battered haddock, skin-on triple-cooked chunky chips, mushy peas, tartare sauce, grilled lemon

Fish & Chips with garden peas
£17.79

Hand-battered haddock, skin-on triple-cooked chunky chips, garden peas, tartare sauce, grilled lemon

Minted Lamb Shank
£23.99

Slow-cooked in a red wine & mint gravy, creamed mashed potatoes, maple-roasted carrots, kale, peas, green beans & mangetout, pea shoots

Spinach, Butternut Squash Tart
£15.99

Rosemary & garlic-roasted parmentier potatoes, maple-roasted carrots, kale, peas, green beans & mangetout, tomato & basil pesto sauce, pea shoots

Roasted Chicken & Bacon Salad
£16.29
Whitby Scampi
with mushy peas £14.79 / with garden peas £14.79

Skin-on triple-cooked chunky chips, mushy peas or garden peas, tartare sauce, lemon wedge

Hunter’s Chicken Schnitzel
£17.29

Breaded chicken breast, crispy smoked streaky bacon, cheese sauce, topped with mature Cheddar cheese, BBQ sauce, chives, skin-on triple-cooked fries, tomato, cucumber & rocket salad garnish

Mushroom Risotto
£17.29

Finished with Italian hard cheese, garlic & rosemary focaccia, pea shoots. Vegetarian.

Mushroom Risotto - Vegan Option
£17.29

Vegan. Vegetarian.

Rich Beef Lasagne
£16.29

Slow-cooked & sprinkled with Italian hard cheese. Served with garlic & rosemary focaccia, tomato, cucumber & rocket salad garnish

Royale Chicken Tikka Masala
£16.79

Tikka marinated chicken breast pieces in a creamy spiced tomato and fenugreek sauce with lentils, basmati & wild rice, coriander, grilled flatbread, poppadum, mango chutney

Steak & Malbec Pie
£16.99

Creamed mashed potatoes, maple-roasted carrots, kale, peas, green beans & mangetout, gravy

Chicken, British Ham Hock & Leek Pie
£16.79

Creamed mashed potatoes, maple-roasted carrots, kale, peas, green beans & mangetout, gravy

Lunchtime Classics

Sunshine Salad
£17.49

Kale, brown rice, soya beans, little gem lettuce, pea shoots, rocket, sliced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, red pepper, French dressing, crispy onions

BBQ Cauliflower Wings Salad
£16.29

444kcal. Suitable For: Vegetarian, Vegan, Vegetarian*, Vegan*. Contains: Cereals with Gluten (Wheat, Barley), Soya, Celery, Sulphur Dioxide/Sulphites, Garlic*, Onion*, Tomatoes*, Pepper (includes capsicums/bell peppers, chillies, cayenne, paprika, pimento)*. May Contain: Tree Nuts (Almonds, Hazelnuts, Walnuts, Cashews, Brazil Nuts, Pistachio, Pecan and Macadamia), Tree Nuts (Hazelnuts, Walnuts, Pistachios), Peanuts, Mustard

Roasted Chicken & Bacon Salad
£16.29

515kcal. Contains: Cereals with Gluten (Wheat), Soya, Celery, Sulphur Dioxide/Sulphites, Garlic*, Onion*, Tomatoes*, Pepper (includes capsicums/bell peppers, chillies, cayenne, paprika, pimento)*. May Contain: Mustard

Whitby Scampi with mushy peas
£14.79

Skin-on triple-cooked chunky chips, mushy peas or garden peas, tartare sauce, lemon wedge. 1,149kcal. Contains: Cereals with Gluten (Wheat), Eggs, Crustaceans, Sulphur Dioxide/Sulphites. May Contain: Fish, Molluscs

Whitby Scampi with garden peas
£14.79

Skin-on triple-cooked chunky chips, mushy peas or garden peas, tartare sauce, lemon wedge. 1,084kcal. Contains: Cereals with Gluten (Wheat), Eggs, Crustaceans, Sulphur Dioxide/Sulphites. May Contain: Fish, Molluscs

Hunter’s Chicken Schnitzel
£17.29

Breaded chicken breast, crispy smoked streaky bacon, cheese sauce, topped with mature Cheddar cheese, BBQ sauce, chives, skin-on triple-cooked fries, tomato, cucumber & rocket salad garnish. 1,115kcal. Contains: Cereals with Gluten (Wheat), Milk, Eggs, Garlic*, Onion*, Tomatoes*, Pepper (includes capsicums/bell peppers, chillies, cayenne, paprika, pimento)*

Mushroom Risotto
£17.29

Finished with Italian hard cheese, garlic & rosemary focaccia, pea shoots. 455kcal. Vegetarian. Suitable For: Vegetarian. Contains: Cereals with Gluten (Wheat, Barley), Milk, Celery, Garlic*, Onion*, Mushroom*. May Contain: Mustard

Mushroom Risotto - Vegan Option
£17.29

438kcal. Vegan. Vegetarian. Suitable For: Vegetarian, Vegan. Contains: Cereals with Gluten (Wheat, Barley), Celery, Garlic*, Onion*, Mushroom*. May Contain: Mustard

Rich Beef Lasagne
£16.29

Slow-cooked & sprinkled with Italian hard cheese. Served with garlic & rosemary focaccia, tomato, cucumber & rocket salad garnish. 949kcal. Contains: Cereals with Gluten (Wheat, Barley), Milk, Eggs, Garlic*, Onion*, Tomatoes*, Pepper (includes capsicums/bell peppers, chillies, cayenne, paprika, pimento)*. May Contain: Soya, Mustard

Royale Chicken Tikka Masala
£16.79

Tikka marinated chicken breast pieces in a creamy spiced tomato and fenugreek sauce with lentils, basmati & wild rice, coriander, grilled flatbread, poppadum, mango chutney. 1,009kcal. Contains: Cereals with Gluten (Wheat), Milk, Garlic*, Onion*, Tomatoes*, Pepper (includes capsicums/bell peppers, chillies, cayenne, paprika, pimento)*

Steak & Malbec Pie
£16.99

Creamed mashed potatoes, maple-roasted carrots, kale, peas, green beans & mangetout, gravy. 1,269kcal. Contains: Cereals with Gluten (Wheat, Barley), Milk, Eggs, Sulphur Dioxide/Sulphites, Garlic*, Onion*, Mushroom*, Tomatoes*

Chicken, British Ham Hock & Leek Pie
£16.79

Creamed mashed potatoes, maple-roasted carrots, kale, peas, green beans & mangetout, gravy. 1,327kcal. Contains: Cereals with Gluten (Wheat), Milk, Eggs, Mustard, Sulphur Dioxide/Sulphites, Garlic*, Onion*, Mushroom*, Tomatoes*

Burgers

Cheese & Bacon Burger
£16.29

Two charred beef patties, crispy smoked streaky bacon, cheesy slice. Served on a seeded bun, with shredded iceberg lettuce & burger sauce, with coleslaw and skin-on triple-cooked fries. 1,114kcal. Contains: Cereals with Gluten (Wheat, Rye, Barley), Milk, Eggs, Mustard, Garlic*, Onion*, Tomatoes*, Pepper (includes capsicums/bell peppers, chillies, cayenne, paprika, pimento)*

Our Ultimate Beef Burger
£17.79

Two charred beef patties, BBQ pulled pork, hot honey, crispy smoked streaky bacon, cheesy slices, red chillies, crispy onions. Served on a seeded bun, with shredded iceberg lettuce & burger sauce, with coleslaw and skin-on triple-cooked fries. 1,372kcal. Contains: Cereals with Gluten (Wheat, Rye, Barley), Milk, Eggs, Soya, Mustard, Garlic*, Onion*, Tomatoes*, Pepper (includes capsicums/bell peppers, chillies, cayenne, paprika, pimento)*

Crispy Fried Chicken Burger
£17.79

Southern-fried chicken breast fillet, crispy smoked streaky bacon, cheesy slice, hash browns, BBQ sauce, southern-fried chicken gravy. Served on a seeded bun, with shredded iceberg lettuce & burger sauce, with coleslaw and skin-on triple-cooked fries. 1,484kcal. Contains: Cereals with Gluten (Wheat, Rye, Barley), Milk, Eggs, Mustard, Celery, Garlic*, Onion*, Mushroom*, Tomatoes*, Pepper (includes capsicums/bell peppers, chillies, cayenne, paprika, pimento)*

Veggie Burger
£15.79

A deep-fried sweetcorn and Cheddar cheese patty. Topped with cheese sauce, BBQ cauliflower wings and BBQ sauce. Served on a seeded bun, with shredded iceberg lettuce & burger sauce, with coleslaw and skin-on triple-cooked fries. 1,191kcal. Vegetarian*. Suitable For: Vegetarian, Vegetarian*. Contains: Cereals with Gluten (Wheat, Rye, Barley), Milk, Eggs, Mustard, Garlic*, Onion*, Tomatoes*, Pepper (includes capsicums/bell peppers, chillies, cayenne, paprika, pimento)*. May Contain: Tree Nuts (Almonds, Hazelnuts, Walnuts, Cashews, Brazil Nuts, Pistachio, Pecan and Macadamia), Tree Nuts (Hazelnuts, Walnuts, Pistachios), Peanuts, Soya

From the Grill

8oz Sirloin Steak
£21.79

28 day aged steak, deliciously full of flavour, recommended medium-rare. With skin on triple-cooked chunky chips, garlic & thyme-roasted plum tomato, flat mushroom, garden peas

Mixed Grill
£22.29

5oz rump steak, 5oz gammon steak, 4oz pork loin steak, pork & onion sausage, fried free-range egg. With skin-on triple-cooked chunky chips, garlic & thyme-roasted plum tomato, flat mushroom, garden peas

Thick Cut Bacon Chop
£18.99

Succulent 9oz sweetcure bacon chop, fried free-range egg, grilled pineapple. With skin-on triple cooked chunky chips, garlic & thyme roasted plum tomato, flat mushroom, garden peas

Made for Steak

Peppercorn Sauce
£2
Beef Dripping & Merlot Gravy
£2
Garlic Cheddar Cheese Mushrooms
£2.50

Vegetarian

Sides

Skin-on Triple-Cooked Chunky Chips
£3.50

Vegan*, Vegetarian*

Skin-on Triple-Cooked Fries
£3.50

Vegan*, Vegetarian*

Sweet Potato Fries
£4.50

Vegan*, Vegetarian*

Halloumi Fries
£5.29

With a Hot Honey Dip

Garlic Focaccia Bread
£3.29

Vegan, Vegetarian

Beer-Battered Onion Rings
£3.50

Vegan*, Vegetarian*

Puddings

Apple & Cherry Crumble
£6.50

Hot vanilla custard

Salted Caramel Sundae
£6.99

Salted caramel ice cream, vanilla pod ice cream, crunchy Biscoff® biscuits, squirty cream, Miso caramel sauce

Triple Chocolate Brownie
£6.79

Rich, gooey brownie, warm chocolate sauce, Belgian chocolate truffle ice cream

Sticky Toffee Pudding
£6.79

Toffee sauce, vanilla pod ice cream

Our Classic Vanilla Cheesecake
£6.50

Crumbly biscuit base, sour cherry compôte

Desserts

Zesty Lemon Tart
£6.99

Clotted cream, mixed berry compôte. Vegetarian. Contains: Milk, Eggs, Sulphur Dioxide/Sulphites, Strawberries. May Contain: Tree Nuts (Almonds, Hazelnuts, Walnuts, Cashews, Brazil Nuts, Pistachio, Pecan and Macadamia), Tree Nuts (Hazelnuts, Walnuts, Pistachios), Peanuts.

Our Melting Chocolate Dome
£6.99

Rich, gooey chocolate brownie & salted caramel ice cream, crowned with a melting chocolate dome, served with hot Miso caramel sauce. Vegetarian. Contains: Cereals with Gluten, Milk, Eggs, Soya, Sulphur Dioxide/Sulphites. May Contain: Cereals with Gluten (Wheat), Tree Nuts (Almonds, Hazelnuts, Walnuts, Cashews, Brazil Nuts, Pistachio, Pecan and Macadamia), Tree Nuts (Hazelnuts, Walnuts, Pistachios), Peanuts.

Rich Caramel Tart
£7.99

Clotted cream, Miso caramel sauce. Vegetarian. Contains: Cereals with Gluten (Wheat), Milk, Eggs, Soya, Sulphur Dioxide/Sulphites. May Contain: Tree Nuts (Almonds, Hazelnuts, Walnuts, Cashews, Brazil Nuts, Pistachio, Pecan and Macadamia).

Chocolate Brownie Sundae
£6.99

Chocolate brownie, Belgian chocolate truffle ice cream, vanilla pod ice cream, squirty cream, chocolate sauce, chocolate flake. Vegetarian. Contains: Cereals with Gluten (Wheat), Milk, Eggs, Soya.

Your Burger, Your Way

Beer-Battered Onion Rings
£1.50

Vegan*, Vegetarian*

Extra Beef Patty
£2.50
A freshly baked pizza at Pizzeria Villaggio in Whitchurch

Pizzeria Villaggio

Pizzeria Villaggio is a long-established Whitchurch favourite for Italian comfort food, with a close-knit neighbourhood atmosphere and a menu built around pizza, pasta and familiar starters. The room is lively rather than formal, making it well suited to families, birthdays and groups who want dependable choices. Its longevity matters because the cooking feels grounded in a clear identity instead of following every new restaurant trend.

A classic pizza is the best benchmark for the dough and oven, while a baked pasta or slow-cooked meat sauce provides a richer contrast across the table. Begin with antipasti or garlic bread, then share tastes rather than ordering several heavy courses. The current menu also marks gluten-free possibilities, which helps mixed groups plan. Strong review volume and a high current rating suggest sustained appeal; the busiest weekend services are best handled with a reservation.

Address: 73 Merthyr Road, Whitchurch, Cardiff CF14 1DD, United Kingdom

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Pizzeria Villaggio Menu

Appetizers

Calamari
£9

Lightly floured, garlic lemon mayo

Bianchetti
£9

Whitebait, served with garlic lemon mayo

Insalata Caprese
£9

Mozzarella, tomato, basil, olive oil, balsamic

Cocktail Di Gamberetti
£8

Classic prawn cocktail

Salsiccia
£9

Chilli and fennel Italian sausage

Arancini
£9

Risotto balls of the day

Polpette Della Casa
£9

Nonno’s meatball recipe covered in parmesan

Funghi Magici
£8

Panfried mushrooms, smoked panceta, onion, in a creamy Port sauce

Gamberoni
£9

King prawns, tomato and cream sauce

Sharing Platter for Two

Antipasto Misto
£14

Cured meats, bread, and small bites

Fritto Misto
£17

King prawns, calamari and whitebait served with a lemon wedge and our homemade dips

Bruschetta

Tomato, Onion, and Olives
£6
Mushroom and Gorgonzola
£8
Roasted Pepper and Goat’s Cheese
£7
Italian Sausage, Spinach, Garlic and Chilli
£8

Sides

Fries
£3.50
Fries Parmesan & Truffle Oil
£5
Mixed Salad
£5
Focaccia with Oil
£3
Olives
£4.50
Garlic Doughballs
£5
Garlic Bread (4 Pieces)
£4
Garlic Bread Mozzarella (4 Pieces)
£4.50

Calzone

Choose any pizza from our main menu as a calzone for £2 supplement. No Gluten Free Available for Calzone.

Italiano
£15

Taleggio cheese, Salami Napoli and pepperoni

Porcini
£16

Porcini Mushroom, Ham, Truffle Oil & Parmeson

Ragu
£17

Mozzarella and meat ragu of the day. Ask the waiter for allergens.

Spagnolo
£15

Chicken, chorizo and jalapeno

Pizza

Gluten-free pizza available – £2 surcharge (no notice needed). For vegan pizzas we use our vegan pizza bases with vegan cheese, and can easily exclude any non-vegan products from any of our pizzas.

Margherita
£10

Tomato and mozzarella

Napoletana
£14

Capers, anchovies, olives

Prosciutto
£13.50

Parma ham

Vegetariana
£15

Red onion, mushrooms, roasted peppers, and artichoke

Nettuno
£13

Tuna, onion, black olives

Americana
£12.50

Pepperoni

Capricciosa
£16

Ham, roasted peppers, anchovies, olives, and egg

Frutti di Mare
£16

Prawns, mussels, cockles and tuna

Palladino
£15

Nduja, gorgonzola, pepperoni, onion

Siciliana
£13

Pepperoni and chilli flakes

Villaggio
£15

Mushrooms, ham, olives, artichokes, onions

Diavola
£14.50

Pepperoni, roasted peppers and anchovies

Crudo Rucola
£15

Margherita topped with Parma ham, rocket, and parmesan

Four Seasons
£14

Ham, pepperoni, and mushrooms

Fiorentina
£15

Spinach, goat’s cheese and egg

Pasta

Gluten-free pasta and vegan pasta are available. The following dishes are unavailable for gluten-free: Spaghetti con Polpette, Cannelloni & Lasagne.

Lasagne
£14.50

Baked traditional layers of pasta, minced beef and a rich tomato sauce

Cannelloni
£13.50

Rolled pasta sheets filled with spinach and ricotta, topped with béchamel and Napoli sauce

Pappardelle Ragu
£17

Our Ragu of the day. Hearty, seasoned Italian sauce of meat and tomatoes slow cooked for hours. Ask for allergens.

Pappardelle Calabresi
£16

Spicy Napoli sauce with nduja, pepperoni and roast peppers

Spaghetti Puttanesca
£13

Olives, capers and anchovies cooked in Napoli sauce

Spaghetti Aglio Olio con Funghi
£12

Mushrooms, cooked in olive oil, chillies and garlic

Spaghetti Bolognese
£13.50

Our traditional Northern Italian meaty sauce

Spaghetti Polpette
£14

Umberto’s (Nonno’s) meatball recipe cooked in a rich tomato sauce

Spaghetti Marinara
£17

Mixed seafood, white wine, garlic and tomato

Tagliatelle Carbonara
£13.50

Guanciale, parmesan and creamy white wine sauce with egg. Ask for Italian style with no cream.

Tagliatelle Gamberoni
£16

Succulent king prawns in our traditional Napoli sauce with a hint of cream

Tagliatelle Alfredo
£13

Mushrooms and onions, cooked with fresh cream and white wine

Tagliatelle Mare Monte
£16

Mushrooms and king prawns in a creamy white wine sauce

Penne al Pollo
£14

Chicken and mushrooms coated with a rich, rosemary and creamy white wine sauce

Penne Casalinga
£14

Family recipe sausages cooked in our traditional tomato sauce with a hint of chilli

Penne Bosco
£15

Porcini Mushroom, Peas, Smoked Pancetta, in a creamy white wine sauce

Penne Palladino
£15

Diced chicken and chorizo in Napoli Sauce with a hint of cream

Orecchiette Boscaiola
£14.50

Italian sausage and mushrooms cooked in a creamy white wine sauce

Orecchiette con Broccoli
£13

Butter, chilli, garlic and broccoli, finished with parmesan and pinenuts

Orecchiette Salmone & Gamberetti
£16

Smoked Salmon, prawns in a creamy tomato sauce

Spinaci Gratinati
£14

Penne pasta oven baked, with spinach mascarpone and tomato

Kids' Menu

Choose a main, drink, and dessert for £8.

Mini Margherita pizza with one topping
Spaghetti Bolognese
Penne pomodoro
Penne butter and parmesan
Chicken goujons and fries

Desserts

Tiramisu
Salted Dark Chocolate Brownie
Sticky Toffee Pudding
White Chocolate Profiteroles
Limoncello Cheesecake
Italian Gelato

Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry, Pistachio, Lemon Sorbet

Gelato Affogato
£6

With a shot of Baileys, Amaretto or Tia Maria (£2 extra)

Seasonal sharing plates at Mesen in Rhiwbina

Mesen

Mesen is North Cardiff's most focused destination for seasonal, open-fire cooking. The Rhiwbina restaurant builds an ever-changing menu around local ingredients, charred edges and plates intended for sharing, supported by a thoughtful wine list and cocktails. Its relaxed room avoids ceremony, but the cooking suits a special evening because the pleasure comes from comparing several dishes and seeing how smoke, acidity and careful saucing change from plate to plate.

Treat the menu as a sequence: start with flatbread and a bright vegetable plate, then add one seafood or meat dish from the fire and finish with a composed dessert. Because dishes change with the season, ask which combination gives contrast rather than arriving fixed on an old favourite. Diners consistently recommend Mesen for flavour and occasion dining, while the intimate scale keeps expectations grounded. The smaller room and limited service week make advance booking sensible.

Address: 4A Heol-y-Deri, Rhiwbina, Cardiff CF14 6HF, United Kingdom

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Mesen Menu

Small Plates

Dips come with a flatbread. 8 (each) / 18 (all three).

Grilled Hummus
each £8 / all three £18

(ve)

French Onion
each £8 / all three £18

(v)

Buffalo Chicken
each £8 / all three £18
Lettuce. Fennel. Cucumber
£12
Coal Roasted Scallop. Chicken Fat
£13
Ox Heart Tacos. Pico de Gallo
£14
Mushroom Tacos. Burnt Avocado Salsa
£14

(ve)

Chicken. Onion. Padron. Skewers
£14
Salmon. Courgette. Sesame. Skewers
£15

Mains

Harissa Chicken. Tzatziki
£26
Whole Grilled Seabass. Burnt Lemon
£36
Crispy Pigs Head. Slaw. Hot Sauce. Sliders
£58
850g T-bone
£68
1.2 kg Ribeye
£110

Large Group Sharers

Available with 48 hours notice.

Whole Turbot. Brown Butter. Cappers
Lamb Shoulder. Grilled Red Pepper. Flatbreads

Sides

Ember Potatoes. Lemon Aioli
£8
Wood Fired Greens
£8

Desserts

Chocolate Tart
£8
Sorbet/Ice cream
£6

Final Thoughts

North Cardiff's strongest restaurants succeed because they fit their neighbourhoods. Small independent kitchens on Whitchurch Road can take a clear idea—Thai roti, South Indian family cooking, Turkish breakfast or Indian-Mexican fusion—and give it room to develop. Whitchurch village adds the dependable pleasure of a busy bistro and an established pizzeria, while Rhiwbina and Lisvane provide quieter destinations with more space and a slower rhythm.

For a first visit, Vivo Amigo, Brother Thai and The Brook Bistro offer the broadest appeal without losing personality. Ginger & Clove, Longa and Salkaara are better when a particular cuisine drives the choice. Mesen deserves a planned evening, Pizzeria Villaggio suits an easy family table, and the two pubs answer the practical need for space. Matching the restaurant to the occasion matters here, because the area can deliver anything from a quick brunch to a full celebratory meal.