Beach House Restaurant in Swansea

A lovely evening experiencing Welsh fine dining. We enjoyed the tasting menu and accompanying wine selection, admirably paired by a knowledgeable sommelier. Food was incredible, with the finest cheese course (range, research and taste) we have had in years.

This was an excellent experience. My wife and I have visited a number of restaurants over the years with accolades that the Beach House has and we really enjoyed the ambience, laid back atmosphere but attention to customer service. I am surprised to read other reviewers have not had good service - maybe bad luck? We had the 8 course taster. Everything apart from the duck dish was a smash hit from both of us - but to be fair even after 50 years I cannot be convinced by liver somehow. We would love to return again; maybe with some friends and would leave the car at home to take on the wine tasting too. The cheese board looked to die for but we should gone 6-courses rather than 8 to fit that in :-) Congrats to the whole team at the Beach House for creating a great experience at decent value for money for this calibre of meal.

Booked this place well in advance, We knew it was tasting menu only on offer . Having had similar experiences in other parts of the UK we were looking forward to it. We should have read the warning signs when we entered the restaurant and seemed to be seated in the only table for 2 sandwiched between a part of 6 and another couple despite loads of couple tables still available. As the evening wore on the table of 6 arrived snd got more and more rowdy and became very intrusive on what should be a very carefully choreographed evening and ‘fine’ dining Eventually we asked who the manager was and it it was the lady we happened to ask! She offered to move is to another vacated table for the last course Before we paid the bill we asked to speak to the manager again to express our dissatisfaction. She had not come back to check on us. With some persuasion she took 10% off the bill Overall we were surprised given the quality of food and service this was allowed to happen. What should have been a very special evening left a very bad taste. I don’t really think the manager lady ‘got it’ which is shocking for this proposed calibre of restaurant.

Reasonable food let down by very uneven service. We arrived on time and seated but then had to wait a significant period to order drinks and to order food. Dishes from the tasting menu arrived in a very uneven rate. There appeared to be some kind of challenge with the kitchen but we weren’t informed what nor did we receive an apology. The wait continued for the bill. We noticed how other customers seemed exasperated - with one person saying loudly “we’ve been waiting an age” as we left. Dishes ranged. Some exquisite but others over salted or lacking in flavour. Service too - some of the staff are perfect, others over familiar with at least one addressing us as “guys” (a pet hate). Wine by glass selection was disappointing. It’s a shame. It’s a beautiful beach and a worthy ambition but needs a lot more finesse.

Nice place, just on the beach. Good service and well presented food

Our second visit and as expected, it was fabulous. It's a great atmosphere, calm, chilled and all the staff work together to make your dining experience faultless. You have to pay for quality.

Faultless, the entire experience… service, ambiance, food superb…. Second time, won’t be the last…. The only piece of feedback is room temperature can be cool so take something just in case

I brought my mum for the first time today - myself and my husband have been a few times before. It’s honestly the first time my mother has been speechless for the majority of the meal. She could only communicate through a variety of different “mmmmmm’s”! There were exquisite petit fours - there was a cucumber and horseradish one that blew my mind! I don’t even like cucumber. Every dish delivered on presentation, taste and absolute ingenuity. Every course was an absolute taste sensation. The staff were incredible. Absolutely no fault with any of it, and now mum’s had a taste of it, I’m pretty sure we’ll be regular customers! She’s vowed never to eat anywhere else again!

Fantasic setting and equally fantastic food and service. didn’t disappoint and would highly recommend. fantastic at accommodating food allergies

A gem on the south Gower coast. You must visit this place.

Simply the best meal we’ve ever enjoyed in Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

We went for lunch last week during a short break in the Gower area. We had a lovely table by the window and decided to go for the 8 course taster menu. What a treat it was! Delicious local produce, beautiful flavours of the sea and local herbs. The cod and sea trout courses were particular favourites although here was nothing to criticise in this wonderful menu. Hopefully, we will be able to return when the weather is kinder so we can make the most of the gorgeous view of the beach.

This lovely restaurant literally on the beach at Oxwich Bay is well worth the effort of getting there! We drove from Cardiff in just under one hour thirty, had a walk on the beach followed by a superb lunch. We had the three course menu but it was so much more, with delicious amuse bouches, fabulous warm bread, wonderful hand made chocolates, a real feast. Not cheap but good value for money. Excellent unfussy, smooth, efficient and friendly service. A thoroughly enjoyable experience.

Anniversary celebration meal; stunning location, beautiful food, exceptional service and a fantastic experience.

We had an amazing St David's day lunch , staff are all professional and efficient , food exquisite Thank you

This was our first time at the Beach House for my mother's 81st birthday. We booked for lunch and had the most incredible experience from the moment we arrived to the moment we left. The Beach House team is outstanding. They are completely professional and discreet whilst being warm and charming. They ran our meal like clockwork and when there was a slight delay at the end with our dessert there was an apology and we were provided with a complimentary 'pre-dessert' (one of the most delicious desserts we've ever eaten) and coffees. The ambience is wonderful as is the view of Oxwich Bay. This alone would have made the event special but the food made the occasion outstanding. We were overwhelmed by the quality of the ingredients, the imagination and creativity of the dishes and how sublime each course was. We loved the two additional chef's dishes. Cucumber is possibly my least favourite food item and yet when I tried the cucumber macaron it was delicious - testimony to the chef's incredible skill. A huge thanks to the team for making our experience so special and we look forward to returning again this year

Everything about this restaurant is fabulous. The food, service and setting are perfect. We had the 8 course tasting menu, which was beautifully balanced, presented and delicious. The staff are incredibly attentive, knowledgable and friendly. The cured Scottish sea trout dish was one of the best things I have ever tasted. A wonderful afternoon.

Want a culinary experience? The Beach House is that and much more. The staff are exceptional, friendly, courteous, discreet and know about the food and the wine. You can see the chefs cook in the open kitchen. Never have I seen a harassed chef or heard any words. The kitchen seems to run so smoothly. Very impressive. The food is in my opinion to die for: every dish has exquisite individual ingredients which on their own are wonderful and then begins the journey of combining the different flavours and new experiences with every bite, enhancing flavours, changing flavours, it is my favourite restaurant even only thinking about that. The setting is magical too. Here you are looking out over Oxwich Bay, its blues, greens, greys changing as you enjoy your meal. It is a perfect combination for an unforgettable experience. I mustn’t forget to mention the beauty of each plate as it arrives in front of you. What an experience! Not to forget their fantastic bread with seaweed. That in itself is an experience. There is a hotel nearby and places you can book to stay overnight if you want to dine there.

We visited the Beach House for dinner during the Christmas period of 2024. This was for a family members 50th birthday and we were not disappointed. The restaurant has a Michelin star, and this is well deserved. From start to finish we were spoilt by each wonderful staff member we met and the food was just brilliant. We each had the eight course taster menu and some had the wine flight to accompany this. One of our party is expecting and staff instantly produced a menu suitable for them, so pregnancy is well catered for. The entire evening was an absolute treat and wonderful experience. Descriptions of the food and wine were provided at each course, with local produce from our wonderful homeland. Absolutely delicious. Thank you! We will return.

Just a joyful experience from every angle. The food is exciting but satisfying - there’s a fair amount of sophistication but underpinned by great quality and substance. The staff are all charming and enthusiastic AND they are nearly all the same people who served us 12 months ago - that tells me a significant amount about the quality of the management. There is a real sense of teamwork here - if you’ve watched The Bear on Disney Plus you’ll know what I mean! It is good value but it is a huge treat - something well worth saving up for in my opinion. We stay in a mobile home behind the nearby hotel (which is great) but treat ourselves here.

Super warm welcome on arrival and then it gets better. Service from informed and caring staff only surpassed by great food and wine

First visit & what a culinary delight. Wonderful dishes & attentive staff. Can't wait to return.

My first visit to the Beach House and it was amazing the food was not only beautiful to look at it tasted divine the service was impeccable although it was a dull day the view was delightful this lovely restaurant is situated right on the beach in a beautiful part of the Gower peninsula go out of you way to visit you won't be disappointed highly recommended.

Birthday lunch with my daughter my first vist to the Beach House from the time we arrived to when we left the service was amazing the food was beyond description it was so beautiful to look at and even more delicious when we ate each and every course was described in detail the staff were amazing every diner was made to feel special and absolutely nothing was to much trouble the bara brith souffle with tea ice cream was to die for the best souffle I've ever eaten I am certainly returning just for that very highly recommended Made my birthday really special thank you xx

wow, what an amazing experience. The food was incredible, and it was a fantastic service. Congratulations to everyone there. We will 💯 be back to visit

The place is perfect, amazing food drink and. Service

This experience was a real letdown as we booked a hotel and traveled a fair distance specifically to go to the restaurant, as we'd been gifted a tasting menu experience for my partner's birthday. A few positives are definitely the location and the interior; it's quite literally on the beach and has a cozy but elegant feel. There was a nice atmosphere for a weekday as they were quite busy. The wine list is on the smaller side; however, we enjoyed the bottle we chose. We arrived at 7:15 pm, where we received a warm welcome, and the staff were generally very polite. Despite this, service was really the big issue here. I can only assume we were forgotten about after ordering cocktails, as we waited 30-40 minutes for someone to take our food order. I saw 2 tables arrive at least 10 minutes after us have their order taken and start to see dishes arriving before anyone gave us a second look. Unacceptable anywhere but really unexpected from a Michelin restaurant. Other service issues throughout the meal included empty dishes being left on the table, not wiping the table down between courses, and not topping up water, etc. Cocktails were horrendous and tasted nearly only of lemon juice (ordered the Nutty Cow, which was a black cocktail that didn't look particularly appetizing). The wrong water was brought to the table (not a big issue but another example of errors occurring on the service front). Some dishes were average, nothing to shout home about but not bad; the canapés, the artichoke, the sole, and the pork. Sadly, service continued to be unacceptably slow. I did a time check after course 2/8 and saw we had been there for 1 hour and 40 minutes; no wonder we were hungry. Course 2 was trout, which was painfully overcooked, as well as sitting in a rather uncreative creamy sauce that completely overpowered the fish; a shame for a restaurant on the coast to go so wrong on its seafood. The meat dishes were very nice; however, by the 3-hour mark, it was hard to be enthusiastic about the whole experience as I was more than a bit fed up. The standout dish of the evening was most certainly their bara brith soufflé, which tasted delicious, looked the part, and I appreciated the nod to a Welsh classic. The tea ice cream on the side could have had better flavor, but overall, it was their best dish without a doubt. We finished the night off with a cappuccino that was actually a latte and paid up. In total, the whole experience was nearly 4 hours long! The longest meal of my life despite being several courses shorter than my longest tasting menu experience. Even their own staff made it out the door before us at 11 pm. There is no doubt that for fine dining, service is as important as the food, and easily avoidable mistakes were made throughout this experience. There was no consistency regarding who was serving us, and there seemed to be a big difference in service standards between tables. I can confidently say I won't be returning, but I hope they are able to iron out these issues so that the dining experience matches its wonderful look and location.

Tasting menu excellence really very good food and the wine flight was brilliant added a lot to the meal. Great staff as well made the evening an enjoyable experience we will remember . We are saving up to make a return visit next year!

Amazing food if rather pricey. Lovely staff and excellent service

Our culinary short trip to Wales culmnated here and have to say the whle thing went from the pretty good to very, very good to a real bench setter. It is absolutely no wonder that this is Michelin star. From entrance to departure everything was absolutely perfect as surely it must be to get people to regularly make the effort to get there on a blowy dull winter December day!!! My goodness it was worth it. , Everything from design, decor, service, atmosphere, staff, menu content and descrition, presentation, cleanliness, comfort, views was all stunning. I am not going to elaborate on the mocktails or the food that we had as can only say, to quote the late great Michael Winner, it was HISTORIC! Many thanks to all involved in creating such a place in such a venue and doing it more than justice!

Amazing experience & the food was to die for! It made my special birthday even more special. Look forward to my next visit.

Perhaps the best food I have eaten in the UK.

Delicious and interesting food. All locally sourced.

Excellent food. Excellent choices Will definitely come again

Fantastic food, staff and ambience

This was one of the most amazing evenings I have ever had. We had the tasting menu accompanied by the wine flight. Absolutely exceptional. Little touches that lifted the food to another level. Mouthwatering bread and canapés as we had delicious cocktails. The staff were charming and made us feel so welcome. Thank you so much to the chef and his team. Highly recommended. Well worth travelling down from Gloucestershire and hope to go back.

We both had about half a glass full of our drinks mine red wine my friend vodka and tonic with ice. Wine waiter asks friend if he would like another drink but completely ignored me!

Beautiful setting for a restaurant. Fantastic decor. Professional, attentive, informed and friendly staff. Superb food. 8 course taster menu on a Saturday afternoon. I travelled four hours to experience this with a friend who is more local. I did not waste my time.

Totally memorable experience! The set 3 course lunch was truly above and beyond any 3 course lunch I've ever had! Each dish was a taste sensation...canapés, amuse bouche, starter, main and dessert, finishing with petit fours...I ran out of superlatives to use! Everything was exquisitely presented and the staff were exemplary...attentive but not overly so...a fine balance which they all mastered beautifully! And finally, the setting is picture perfect and shows that Gower really is the jewel of Wales' Crown (I may be a touch biased here!) Congratulations and many, many thanks to all at the Beach House, Oxwich...we shall moat definitely be back!!!

What a stunning experience and value for money. Food was unbelievable. Staff were fantastic and attentive without being too much. Cannot wait to go back

Amazing dining experience in a beautiful building. The food was unbelievable and the service, top notch!

Incredible food and amazing staff.

This is where we go to celebrate something special. On average, twice a year we get to the Beach House and once again, did not disappoint. We went for the 8 course taster menu, we feel it offers great value and we get to try fish/game that we wouldn’t try at home. First class, all the courses were absolutely amazing and the service, you can’t fault it. Well worth the price, it’s a fantastic experience and great night out.

Delicious food. Fantastic views over the beach

we love the food and ethos of beach house. HOWEVER its not made clear on the website this is NOT suitable for under 14s as there is no simplified menu (used to be). So we will not return for that reason. Its one for the oldies !

Absolutely stunning food and drink. Had the 8 course menu which was superb from start to finish. Great selection of non alcoholic drinks to have as well. Service was also superb. Very highly recommended.

Waited several years , due to covid , to visit the Beach House having seen Hywel on Great British Menu Worth the wait! Great food great staff great location Doesn’t get much better worthy of the Michelin star Thanks to all the staff for a great effort especially the sommelier who took time and patience to explain the various wines

Absolutely amazing from start to finish - the setting and scenery are incredible. The use of welsh produce was lovely to see and the gower lamb and soufflé lived up to the hype. A must visit!

Great location right on the beach with very convenient parking. Warm and friendly welcome and we were shown to out table overlooking the beach. Great menu - not course I could fault. Definitely a place for a special treat.

Wow what a find. Booking up via the Web site was easy . Upon arrival we were greeted by a member of staff and handed a card from all the crew for our anniversary. Our dinning seats were in a wonderful position with a view looking over the beach. All staff that served us where very knowledgeable, professional and friendly. The meal was out of this world . The Beach House is a rare find and is a must to visit.

We thouroughly enjoyed our visit. This could not become a regular visit for us, just too expensive, though that is not a complaint. The front of house were attentive, knowledgable and put us at ease from the start, my late decision to enjoy the curious...

Lovely staff and exceptional food. Faultless, will definitely be back.

We had been looking forward to coming here for ages, and it lived up to our expectations and more. Beautiful setting on a windswept day in South Wales, with a view out over the bay. Every member of staff gave impeccable service. But the star...

We had a six course tasting menu. The food was excellent and interesting with some unique twists all executed impeccably. The only quibble would be the loin of salt Marsh lamb which was a bit dense and lacking in taste. The staff were very friendly...

Had a stunning lunch with my wife for our anniversary. I’d booked a while ago and had great expectations, particularly after the venue was on a tv show recently. The Beach House is in a stunning location, the service was great and the food and...

Everyone should experience Michelin Star standards and food, especially the Beach House.

A delightful experience - attentive staff, amazing food. Just the place for that 'special treat'. As fluent Welsh speakers, we really appreciated that the menu and information on the website were bilingual. At thee end of the meal, we were fortunate to meet the Owner/Chef,...

We had an evening meal here in July 2022 and it was perfect. So to celebrate a special anniversary this year we decided to book a table for lunch. Both times we had the 6 course tasting menu and it did not disappoint. Every dish...

Arrived yesterday lunchtime with our two small dogs. The staff were extremely helpful and we sat outside on the patio overlooking the bay. The staff were incredible and all knew their stuff about the menu and different courses. Food was out of this world and would highly recommend to anyone.

Excellent experience. Food amazing and inventive. Staff do everything they can to assist you. Highly recommended. Views awesome.

Amazing food, the 8 course sharer with distinguished wine flight was stunning! Will definitely visit again! Loved every minute!

One star Michelin located overlooking a lovely Welsh beach about 30 minutes outside of Swansea by the Sea (there is a non affiliated hotel a short walk away). This non-pretentious restaurant uses fresh locally sourced products to prepare an excellent tasting menu in a relaxed...

Beautiful food and attentive, relaxed service by the beach. We had the 8-course tasting menu and it was fantastic. Highlight for me was the Bara Brith Souffle, but excellent throughout.

We had a table for 4 for lunch for my husbands birthday last week. We were really looking forward to going as it had been recommended by friends. The positioning of the restaurant on the beach is lovely and the restaurant itself very nice. When...

We went for lunch and had the 8 course tasting menu. The staff were brilliant, not too formal but engaging and constantly ensuring we were happy. My wife is pescatarian and all of the courses felt as complete as the other menu, with some being...

Great food and fab service. Lovely to see staff so enthusiastic about what they do!

I asked my partner to book this as a birthday present, we couldn't get a weekend booking so we settled for a weekday booking and had to pay a 100 pound deposit. However it did not live up to expectation. We arrived for our booking...

What a gastronomic delight. A perfect afternoon with friends. We were salivating just listening to the waiter describe the food. Lovely relaxed atmosphere with perfect attention to detail. Everything was delicious but look out for the cold pea soup….I could drink it by the bucket!...

Amazing lunch and a wonderful venue. Relaxed and calm lunch with great food. Staff were great and couldn’t do enough for us. Great place and if you get the opportunity to spoil yourself, go!!!!

Wonderful food, beautifully presented and great service. Loved the ambience and views. Top choice, was a brilliant evening.

Just to say this is an exceptional restaurant, food is truly amazing Ignore the negative reviews why would you go to a Michelin starred restaurant and complain about the price ! Our dog was so welcomed by the staff and food imaginative indeed , service...

Just superb, location, food, service and experience all round. Had the 3 course but that included canapés, amuse Boucher and a little dessert too! Would definitely go again.

Beautiful location but not cheap. Great for a special occasion but you need deep pockets. Service top rate and a great all-round experience.

Had a 6 course menu, every mouthful divine. Wine fabulous, service fabulous, everything fabulous. Best place in Swansea to eat.

This is the second visit we have made. The food is up there with our all time favourites. Great quality, service and location. We will certainly be back!

8 course tasting menu, some better than others as is always the case, but we enjoyed them all, nice wine. Staff were spot on. The place is a little different as its on the beach with a patio out front for drinks, I think you...

I decided to visit here to eat on Wednesday 21st June as part of our visit to Oxwich beach however the way reception staff spoke to the 4 elderly guests in front of us put me off. I have never known a restaurant tell prospective...

Had an amazing lunch today at The Beach House. Six of us for an 80th birthday lunch. Warm welcome on arrival, excellent food and lovely views. Having a vegetarian 8 courses meant we were all able to enjoy the same amazing experience. I can’t rate...

Have had the good fortune of eating at many a Michelin starred restaurant so know where to set the bar. And this sets it very highly indeed. We had the “3 courses” which transpired to be several more. Cannot understand those who feel short changed...

Never having been here before, I thought the actual location of the restaurant rather unusual being right on the beach and next to a car park, however the views over the beach and sea were amazing. The restaurant had a lovely vibe, with just the...

What an amazing spectacle of food, much more than a meal. Exquisitely presented and such clever flavour combos, really really clever, subtle and yet perfectly presented. Pricey but worth it , very little difference in price between the 3 course , the 6 and the...

Went today for my birthday. Absolutely beautiful food. However the service was dreadful. About 30-45 min wait between courses. The table next to us was made a big fuss of, but we were mostly ignored. I have wanted to go here for a very long...

Tonight we visited the Beach house restaurant. We were here to celebrate my partners birthday. From the moment we arrived we felt so welcomed - the staff really do ensure you have a great welcome and are fully up to speed on the menu and...

Amazing experience. The location is spectacular even when the weather is not. We had the eight course menu with wine flight and every course was excellent with interesting, well-matched wines. The staff were friendly and efficient and took time to explain each course / wine...

Another amazing lunch. The food is exceptional, as are the staff. Nothing is too much trouble. Our second visit in 3 months ,having the 8 course taster menu accompanied by the wine flight each time. The depth of knowledge of both wine and food is...

Been here twice and on both occasions we were blown away. Everything was perfect from the moment you walk through the door - the food is incredibly interesting and innovative. Dietary requirements taken care of without issue or detriment. The setting is beautiful.

I made the relatively short journey from my home in Pembrokeshire, negotiating the couple of dodgy roads on a Thursday lunchtime. I was greeted by name and swiftly seated with a delightful glass of Monmouthshire sparkling wine. I selected the 8 course tasting menu, it...

We arrived 25 mins late due to the traffic in Swansea. Kirsty was very welcoming and assured us to relax and enjoy and that there was no issue with us being late. All staff were very attentive and highly educated as to the ingredients of...

What a setting! Arrived on a misty evening so very atmospheric. Would recommend booking a time where there is enough light to see the scenery. The food is amazing, all of it perfection. We had the 8 course tasting menu because it was a special...

This place has a very pleasant ambience, even on a dark winter evening. It is located on the beach: in the summer the sea views would be great. The welcome was warm. We had a 6-course taster menu and they served a few extra 'bits'....

The most amazing meal from start to finish. I struggled to chose from the menu as it all sounded so good and I would have happily had any of it. Everything that came was as packed with flavour, beautifully presented and worked wonderfully together. As...

The restaurant is well deserving of its Michelin Star rating. The location and the food are both exceptional. The finest meal we have ever eaten in Wales.

The food is simply exquisite. Flavours are outstanding and a wonderful balance. One of our party is coeliac and she was offered as good a choice as the rest of us - plus she was given the confidence that the staff fully understood her condition....

The most amazing location, friendly knowlegeable staff, this restaurant has the best food I have experienced. Presentation was perfection, attention to detail from crockey to garnish amazing and every mouthfull was a taste explotion. I will be going back.

My daughter took me today for lunch . We have visited many top restaurants over Wales and didn't think any restaurant could exceed some we’ve been to …… How wrong we were !! Beach House was exceptional. Wonderful setting , staff and exquisite food ....

We visited for lunch to celebrate my husband’s birthday it was the first Wednesday in January and we were delighted at how busy the restaurant was so make sure you reserve a table. A lovely warm welcome and a fabulous view from our table of...

This was our first visit to the beach house and you did not disappoint. From the attentiveness of the staff to the outstanding quality of the food, a truly wonderful experience. We came at night and had the 8 course tasting menu, every dish was...

The 6 course menu with wine pairing was very nice. The lemon sole and salt marsh lamb dishes were the stand out courses. The setting on the beach front is special, and the service was very comfortable. A great meal out.

Decided to treat ourselves to a special night outcafter a couple of hectic weeks pre Christmas. The Beach House gets loads of positive reviews in foody magazines and on-line sites so decided to put our names down on their waiting list given that tables were...

Over priced - both food and wine. £4 for table water also Portions are ridiculously small. We had the 5 course and left hungry. What a shame as the food was well seasoned and tasty. We would not return.