Caffi'r Ceunant in Gwynedd

The cafe staff happily accommodated our family group of 8 adults for a lunch. They kindly reserved a table for us so that we were guaranteed a space after our morning walk. The menu included all day breakfast which several of us ordered. The food was delicious and beautifully prepared, hot and fresh. There was a specials board and those meals were very good too. The cafe environment was clean, comfortable and airy. The cafe was attached to and part of the village community centre. We felt we were made very welcome and were happy to know that we were supporting the community centre. All in all a lovely experience.

This place is under new ownership as a traditional British cafe again, so the listing here as an Indian place is no longer accurate. The new owner is an Englishman who made some odd pro-English, anti-Welsh comments. As we were English customers, perhaps he thought it was ok, but it didn’t set a good tone. He left the tea bags in our mugs of tea, which is absolutely fine, but when we asked for a teaspoon to remove them he literally PICKED THE TEABAGS OUT WITH HIS FINGERS. On the upside, the cake was great.

We attended after a local walk for lunch. We enjoyed toasted sandwiches and diet coke. The hosts were very welcoming and service was good as was the food. Reasonably busy for a lunchtime with others enjoying the sun outside or sitting in side. The restaurant does themed evenings on some Sundays which have been sell outs.

I stopped off in this cafe while hiking and was made to feel very welcome. The family running the place were most friendly, and there was a very pleasant atmosphere, with the occasional conjuring trick being performed for us customers! I ordered fish and chips, which tasted nice (although it might be better to order one of their South Asian specialties). There were also cups of tea and cakes available (A regular customer was given a birthday celebration while I was there, so I got a free piece of cake!) The cafe's location in the Village Hall provides good facilities.

This cafe is under new management. The new owners are very charming family and very welcoming. The menu is part cafe snacks, coffees and cakes and part Indian cuisine. The same family own the renowned Indiana Cuisine restaurant in Fairbourne so we had to sample the samosas and spring rolls. All were beautifully presented and absolutely delicious. You may think you recognise the owner Raj and if you get chatting to him you will find out why, I won’t spoil the surprise 😁

We just popped in for a cup of tea after finishing a walk. Although it was near to closing time we were made to feel very welcome. When we said we would like to sit outside cushions were fetched to make us comfortable. The chocolate brownie was delicious and we took some home too. A family concern of 3 generations all so friendly which made the visit memorable. Last day of our holiday or we would have returned to try their lunch menu too The chocolate brownie was delicious.

We are so sorry to hear that Hilary and Tommy have retired from the business after many years of looking after us, both in the cafe and at Tynycornel Hotel before that. The food and the welcome were always excellent, perhaps that’s why we’ve kept going back for over 20 years! Thanks to them and all the team - all the best for the future :-)

We went for Sunday Lunch and from the time we arrived we were made welcome by the staff. Our lunch was as always delicious. This will be the first of many Sunday Lunches we will be having here this year.

Having enjoyed many lovely meals at Caffi’r Ceunant, Tommy and Hillary we’re our first thought when looking for caterers for a birthday party. They arrived at our rental house and served up a delicious 3 course buffet meal for 16 of us. Every dish was wonderful - I know because I tried a little bit of everything! Providing gluten-free options wasn’t an issue and there was plenty of food - enough for us to polish off the leftovers for lunch. Kitchen was left clean and tidy. Great service and thoroughly recommended.

Lovely staff, quick service and the most gorgeous homemade cakes. An absolute must to stop here especially if your travelling on the railway.

Had Sunday lunch here with friends last week, our 2nd visit and this was just as good as our first visit. Not a huge restaurant but that doesn't matter as the food and service all brilliant. Would highly recommend to anyone visiting the area. You can also take your own wine if you wish.

We have been several times in the past 2 months with family and friends. This is the only place where we go for Sunday Lunch. The staff are always friendly and helpful which makes us feel comfortable. No matter when we have been the food is always excellent, fresh well cooked with some local produce.

Lovely local food. Great lunchtime selection. Good gluten free options. Will definately be returning.

We have visited this restaurant many times over several years and it is always brilliant.The food is delicious and beautifully cooked with a good choice. Sunday lunch is excellent. Very accommodating for children. We will definitely return 😊

Sunday lunch as our celebration of our wedding anniversary, fabulous Roast Lamb for me and Chicken for hubby. Very busy place but not noisy even with a large party with small children at the same time as us. Home made puds as well, can't go wrong with this place, I'm sure anyone who tries it would agree. Well done to the chefs and waiting on team especially in this heat wave

After losing the path on top of Cader Idris during a snow blizzard I ended up along way, away from my car. Freezing cold and soaked right through I ended in Abergynolwyn. I took shelter in this lovely cafe and had myself a cup of tea and a lovely cake.The Sunday lunch that was being served looked amazing. The lovley owner, was so kind to drive me 5 miles back to my car if not for her it was either a 3 hour wait for a taxi or to walk back in freezing tempretures in the dark. For this I'm truly grateful. I Will definitely be returning.

This small, community based cafe provides the tastiest, freshest, most interesting menu of anywhere we have eaten! It has become a regular haunt since we discovered it late last year. We have never been disappointed, be it a bowl of fresh homemade soup or a full blown Sunday lunch. Everything is made from scratch and is full of good quality, wholesome ingredients. Our friend had the locally caught trout last year and exclaimed it was the best he had ever eaten. Today we had roasted sweet peppers, delicious!!!!! They cater for all dietary needs and it is always best to book to ensure a table as it is so busy. Make sure you try the desserts too-all made in the kitchen and utterly delectable!Note: you will need cash as they don't take cards and be there before 2pm to ensure you can choose from the specials board which changes every day.

We have been here many times when we have friends staying with us as this is the best Sunday Lunch in the area. On this occasion I had the vine tomato salad followed by the slow roasted leg of lamb there was a good selection of vegetables with the main course and the pineapple sponge for dessert. Every course was well presented and tasted great. You can sometimes see Tommy in the kitchen slicing the meat of the day from the main joint. We took a bottle of wine with us as they don't have a licence but they do provide wine glasses and do not charge corkage.

We have been here many times over the years and have never been disappointed. The food is always excellent with good service from a very good staff. It does not matter if we have had the roast or something else of the menu or specials board we have always had an excellent meal. This is the only restaurant we will ever take any guest of ours for a Sunday Lunch as we know we are going to have a good meal.

What a hidden gem. Excellent locally sourced ingredients, cooked perfectly. From traditional Sunday roast, to locally caught fish. Catering for vegetarian, vegan and gluten free diets, very good value for money. Book well in advance, especially for Sunday lunch, before everyone catches on. Bring your own alcoholic beverage, no corkage charges apply.

This establishment would rate 5* if the ambience was better.

A lovely, homely cafe serving homemade food. We had meatballs. They do not accept cards but allowed us to post them a cheque! Excellent customer service!

We go to Caffi'r Ceunant Very often and have never been served anything but Excellent food. From entering when being greeted by the staff and shown to our table where we are given the menu's and brought a jug of water we know we are going to have a really good lunch. The main roast does rotate but there is always a lot of other things to chose from on the menu.In the past 3 weeks we have been twice once the roast was Beef the second time it was Pork. Both were excellent served with a good selection of vegetables and plenty of boiled potatoes. There is always a good selection of starters and deserts. The staff are always very pleasant and helpful.

We had pork steaks with crumbled cheese, orange sauce, veg and sauteed potatoes which was mouth wateringly good.

We have been here 3 times in the last 2 months, whenever we have visitors we always take them for Sunday lunch. On all occasions we were made very welcome the staff are friendly and helpful. The food when it came was very well presented and tasted great. This is one place we can recommend as over the years the food as not changed it as always been the best in the area. I missed posting this review and we have been here again for Sunday lunch.All I can say is that this is the best cafe we have been to for Sunday lunch and I am sure with Tommy and Hilary along with there staff it will always be the same.

We have visited Caffi'r Ceunant on previous occasions but today was the first time we have dined there for Sunday lunch. We had 3 courses and each one was absolutely delicious. The staff were lovely and very attentive too. You simply will not find anywhere better for food in the mid-Wales area. They haven't got a licence to sell alcohol but you can bring your own which is OK by me as you can obviously choose a wine of your liking to consume with your meal. You will surely find something to your liking on their extensive menu.

We have a shared family caravan nearby and whenever any of us come we ALWAYS have to visit this establishment. The food is outstanding. Excellent quality..always piping hot. The service is also excellent and nothing is too much trouble. Our daughter is allergic to dairy and egg and with a little notification they always pull an amazing meal out of the bag for her to make her feel special (she's only 5). I love this place and would recommend it to anybody!

Just dropped in for a takeaway decaf that was excellently served together with a discount as I brought my own cup - thoroughly recommended!

Hilary and Tommy produced an amazing three course meal plus delicious canapes at our home for a large family gathering. The food was exceptional. We were given an extensive menu to choose our courses from. The food was all home made including Hilary's delicious artisan soda bread. It was a wonderful treat to have such talented chefs cook for us in our own place. I would highly recommend private dining as a special alternative to eating out.

Went to Caffi'r Ceunant for the first time today,Food absolutely divine from beginning to end,the staff were pleasant and friendly.No doubt we will return to this little Diamond at Abergynolwyn again.

We were seeking an outside caterer to provide an interesting finger buffet for around 100 people and with their existing excellent reputation, we looked no further than Caffi’r Ceunant. Not only was their ‘Grazing Plate’ we opted for absolutely delicious, but Tomi and Hilary, a father-daughter team, were the complete package, offering continuous and positive support over many aspects before the event, and producing 130 plates very professionally on the night, leaving the kitchen immaculate.

Whether you want a brew and cake or a full 3 course lunch, you can't do better than Caffi'r Ceunant. You will have a warm welcome, friendly service and excellent food. Your biggest problem will be choosing from a menu that offers plenty of choice and great value. We love it and are already looking forward to our next visit in 2018!

We were already aware of Caffi'r Ceunant based in the community centre in Abergynolwyn and wanted to try it out. We were not disappointed. The food was sublime. There were five of us and not a morsel was left on our plates, which is virtually unheard of! We will definitely be making a return visit. (The apple and blackberry suet pudding & custard was incredibly delicious and not at all like what I remember from school).

Just the best....a really outstanding collection of canapes made for our special anniversary. The selection was perfect. Thanks to all involved at Caffi'r Ceunant. Can't wait for the next excuse!

I am not surprised to see such amazing reviews on this superb cafe that serves delicious food with very pleasant service. I had few friends of mine that were visiting from london and I found this as my perfect opportunity to visit Caffi'r Ceunant that was on my list for a long time! Must say it was the perfect choice. Hillary is an amazing chef with a fantastic friendly team that makes you feel very welcomed . I must particularly mention the senior lady who was serving us that was more attentive and professional than the many trained young staff you would across in many well known establishments. Fantastic overall! The setting,natural ambience,food,service,staff all was 10/10!! will visit again soon.

went today for lunch and had a fantastic meal the food is to die for , had my all time favourite of eves pudding it was just delicious the staff were so friendly as well would highly recommend here for a delicious meal if you are near don't miss going in

If you are passing through Abergynolwyn make a point of calling to see Tommy and Hilary and enjoy a first rate meal and service

If you live or are visiting the area then make an effort to have lunch here, you will not be disappointed.

This is a hidden gen. It is located in the Community Centre premises, and may not look much at first, but the food is top quality, a good selection and very reasonably priced. Bring your own wine too!

Nos recomendaron este lugar de otro restaurante, y nos alegramos de que nos fuimos. . Y aún más feliz. reservamos una mesa porque me llenaba y al ser un lugar pequeño, lo primero es lo primero.

Visitamos por segunda vez el domingo 9 de julio con una pareja de amigos fue como excepcionales como la última visita no me puedo quejar de la comida o el servicio. Las ensaladas interesante en el menú eran absolutamente fabuloso que le recomiendo a todo el mundo y volveremos en septiembre, cuando estamos en la zona de nuevo. Gracias una vez más.

I visited with my partner for lunch today after a walk up to Dolgoch falls. We got an incredibly warm welcome from Hilary and Tommy! My other half said the minted lamb hotpot was the finest meal he had ever had (not an accolade he would throw around lightly, believe me) and my chicken was incredible - spinach and spring onion stuffing is definitely a winner! We each had a cake as dessert as well - great frangipane but I think my other half was still pining for more lamb, he looked very jealous as we left and the table next to us started tucking in!!Wonderful place and we will certainly be back (unfortunately we live in Liverpool, otherwise I would be back tomorrow to try the fish pie and bread and butter pudding). Cannot recommend highly enough.

A second visit confirms what an excellent eating place this is. Marvellous home made food. Service exceptional by such friendly staff. Once been you will want to go again.

Called in for a cuppa after visiting Castell y Bere, they were serving Sunday Lunch and all tables were taken. Menu was good and reasonably priced we would have stayed to dine but decided to move on they were more than happy to provide a take-away service at a very reasonable price.

I recently had a 50th birthday meal here and it was nothing short of superb. The food is so delicious and we were all so well looked after. Nothing is too much trouble and if anyone had any special requirements it was seen to with no fuss or bother. Fabulous! Have also just been back again for Sunday lunch and had another wonderful meal. Can't wait to go again! Thank you Hilary, Tommy and the ladies waiting on. A fab place to go and definitely my favourite restaurant.

Many thanks to Hilary and the wonderful team at Caffir Ceunant. We booked for Sunday lunch and the food was amazing. Lovely starters, great roast beef with really tasty homemade gravy and the puddings were excellent. My husband has said that we should only eat out here in the future! Thanks also for accommodating our little grandson. Think this will be the first of many Sunday lunch visits.

Such a wam welcome when we arrived and it just got better and better. The food was just lovely. Real homemade meals and such a choice, wish we had found it earlier in our stay.

We visited this Sunday for the first time.What a find -absolutely lovely ,food was excellent and as I'm a vegetarian the choice was great ,a refreshing move from the normal predictable choices.The service was also excellent and the young lady that served us was so polite to a really very rude lady on the table next to us.All the staff were lovely and the atmosphere was really relaxing the views are also stunning .Will definitely be going back with friends and would highly recommend .If it's on the menu please try the foragers soup and please be sure to keep room for the fantastic desserts.

We've been eating food prepared by Tommy and Hilary for 20 years now and we've never been disappointed. They use seasonal and local produce - some so seasonal and local that it was caught by Tommy the previous day in a local lake! There's also a varied menu, a blend of traditional and modern to suit all generations and tastes - and the food is expertly cooked.Today we visited for Sunday lunch, I had Thai Seafood broth, accompanied with naan bread, plenty of mussels, prawn and fish and a hint of Asian spices, yum. Then I went traditional with roast loin and belly of pork and all the trimmings, homemade stuffing and apple sauce (nothing out of a packet or jar!) and just a little crackling. Followed by a blast from the past - chocolate sponge with Belgium chocolate sauce and old school style chocolate custard - yum again. All this for just over £20 - is great value and if you didn't want all 3 courses you can just have 1 or 2.We recommend it wholeheartedly and look forward to a warm welcome when we visit again later in the year!

Thanks Hilary and Tommy for another delicious Sunday lunch. What's great about this restaurant is how it tailors its food to its guests. We have friends who we take to Caffi Ceunant because it is so accommodating, one is a coeliac, another a vegetarian and another a pescatarian - all are catered for. When I make the booking I let Hilary know and she makes sure there are a few options for our guests. What's more I'm a type 2 diabetic and there always a dessert option which is light on the dreaded sugar! Can't wait to visit again!

Stopped in for coffee on a warm and pleasant early Spring morning. The cafe is a great initiative for this lovely Welsh village, providing a hub for local people and visitors alike. It was very quiet on our early March visit, but we shall certainly be returning to enjoy lunch at some point from the enticing menu we read as we drank our delicious coffee.

3 generations comprising of 5 adults, and our 4 yr old, 2 yr old and 10 month old grandchildren all thoroughly enjoyed our Sunday dinner today at this wonderfully friendly cafe/restaurant.The staff are wonderful, so accommodating, from managing to rearrange seating to fit us in at late notice to providing food to satisfy the whole family (including some very fussy individuals !)Roast lamb was sumptuous, gravy, divine, veg, cooked to perfection. As for the desserts !! It was a hard choice between the triple chocolate gluten free cheesecake, the homemade strawberry pavlova, or homemade fresh cream profiteroles. Needless to say we all had different and I got to try them all Mmmmm.I cannot recommend this place highly enough. Believe me if it can keep my lot happy and provide enough variety to fill them all up I cannot believe anyone will be disappointed.

This cafe has the best food in the area and lovely cakes. The staff are great too and always helpful and they are all dwyiethog/ bilingual which is great. The lunch time specials always give a great variety and there are always vegetarian options. If they know in advance that someone does not want gluten they sort that out for you. It is do good I have 2 Christmas lunches booked there and know I will enjoy both ! The only thing to beware is to check you don't go on Monday or Tuesday when they are closed.!

Visited this cafe this afternoon and was very impressed by the lunch menu, homemade cakes and surroundings. Quite unexpected in such a location.

We had been told that the Sunday lunch at Caffir Cuenant was excellent and we were not disappointed. Gave starter a miss, but went for roast lamb, roast potato, mint sauce, homemade, proper gravy and veg. It was very good indeed. There were several other choices of main meals, all of which looked good. Puddings were varied and excellent. £30 for two people was good value as well. It's a YES from us. You need to book. There are two sittings at 1215 and 1415.

Once again a marvelous meal at Caffi'r Ceunant, spiced plums with melon to start, chicken wrapped in pancetta with apricot and pine nut stuffing to follow and finally apple and spiced plum pie & custard. Stuffed to the gills, but very happy. If your ever near Abergynolwyn you MUST call in even if you only have anyone of their home made cakes and a cuppa. I am positive you will not be disappointed.

Excellent food delivered by friendly and efficient staff, if I could I would give more than 5 stars for service. Excellent no frills restaurant serving home cooking style meals which are perfectly cooked alongside some outstanding dishes eg the plaice served with prawns. I can totally recommend the excellent banana pavlova which ranks alongside the best puddings I have ever eaten.Perfect venue for family meals, children friendly.The restaurant is not licensed but you may take your own alcoholic drinks with no corkage charge, glasses will be provided.

Can we once again thank Hilary and all the fab team at Caffi'r Ceunant for a lovely lunch that was laid on for Headway Gwynedd. Everything was perfect including our impromptu celebration of a Golden Wedding of two of our members Valerie and Robin Dyer. Nothing is too much trouble for the team and can highly recommend. Don't forget our slot for Headway Christmas Lunch in November it will soon be upon us

Wonderful food. Friendly helpful staff. Nothing was too much effort, not even my awkward dietary requirements! I would highly recommend to anyone in the area.

Called in for tea & cake and were amazed at this little cafe.Fab cakes, food looked amazing, good quality & nicely presented. staff really friendly & chatty. Not a cheap cafe tho but you get what you pay for. Will definately return if we are in the area again.

Unfortunately for you, I did not manage to get a picture of this eye catching, mouthwatering creation before it was attacked! The picture shows some leftover (yes, being enjoyed whilst writing this review!!!) and it sits proudly on a dinner plate to give you an idea of the size! Yes, it was huge! Yum! Having contacted Hilary to request one for our son's christening, the pudding queen recommended Summer Fruits as a topping. A combination of strawberries, blueberries, redcurrant and freshly picked raspberries from her garden all mixed in a beautiful sauce topped a layer of freshly whipped cream. The diet was a distant memory for that day, but I can happily say I had a good portion of my 5 a day and it was also surprisingly very light leaving us feeling pleasantly full rather than stuffed! If the empty plates weren't enough of a confirmation that this pudding was a sweet success I don't know what is!Diolch yn fawr Hilary Rowlands for your hard work. It was deliciously appreciated. If you have a special occasion coming up (or not!) you need one of these on your table!

We called in for a snack on the Friday afternoon and thoroughly enjoyed it. While we were there we started to talk to Hilary and mentioned how we had enjoyed the twice baked three cheese souffle and she said she would try and put it on the menu for the Sunday as we had booked Sunday lunch. When we arrived it was on the menu .By special request. All four of us had one and they were delicious. We then had the main course which was Pork with all the trimmings. I cannot recommend the food provided by Tommy and Hilary to highly and served by friendly waitresses. The whole experience is second to none. I think we are very lucky to have such an excellent restaurant in Mid Wales.

Been here several times now for Sunday Lunch and have never been disapointed. Food is of the highest quality, and freshley prepared. Almost certain you have to book in advance for Sunday lunch, as this eatery is always busy. The owner has a clear and comprehensive understanding of dietary needs. Another bonus worth a mention, you can bring your own alcohol be it a bottle of wine or a beer.

Called in whilst driving from Tywyn to Dolgellau. Very helpful and pleasant staff. Had the most delicious bowl of truly homemade soup and crusty bread. The food served to other diners looked extremely inviting. Shall certainly call when next in the area.

Friendly, real, excellent food, great value, local ingredients cooked by chefs as good as your grandmother!!!!!!!!!!Traditional food, created by dedicated professionals using the best local ingredients.If you want fancy bling you will not find it here. Just great traditional food, expertly prepared and cooked in a really friendly environment.You can bring your own drinks and please note it doesn't take payment cards so cash is king.Love it. 'I'll be back' as Arnold Schwarzenegger would say.

Cawsom noson bendigedig. Roedd 13 ohonom yn y parti. Hilary a'r tim wedi gwneud gwledd arbennig o dda. Y bwyd yn blasus dros ben, a'r gwasanaeth wrth y bwrdd yn tu hwnt. Argymell.We had a wonderful evening, 13 of us in the party. Hilary and the team gave us a warm welcome, the food delicious, and the table service excellent.Recommend.

An absolute hidden gem. Not the most obvious of venues in the Community Centre but forget that. Lovely afternoon tea and cakes. We will be back. Great hosts who went off-menu to serve our little one ice cream.

We live fairly close to this cafe and go there quite often after taking our dogs for a walk. We always enjoy the food there, whether it is just home made soup or a full lunch, the food is always fresh and delicious. It's a local treasure for us and we always look forward to going.

Recommended by family so thought we would try it. We were not disappointed. One of the best Sunday lunches we've had. Everything was hot and cooked brilliantly. Service was excellent. Would thoughly recommend it but definitely book as it got very busy.

I have been to this restaurant a couple of times now, and all i can say is, don't judge a book by it's cover! Set in what looks like a community centre is this great little restaurant that serves up mouth watering dishes to die for. The food really is spectacular, top restaurant quality.If the mango cheese cake is available then you really can't go wrong. I even bought a second helping to take home! Amazing place.

A friend and I were out for the day, After calling for coffee, we deided to have lunch at Caffi'r Ceunant.The menu has a wide range of food, suitable for all diets, Gluten free, including the cakes.I had the vegetarian,( curry dish) which was delicious , My friend had the chicken dish,with nice winter vegatables The food is always fresh and hot, The service is very good, prepared to a high standardThere is a wide range of deserts, all delicious, spoilt for choice.I would advise any one passing through this village, visitors, locals, walkers, to try this food, You will not be disapointed,The price for main meal is extremely value for money,The Staff work very hard to satisfy all customers.We plan to take a group of Ramblers there after a walk in June, They require a warning for big groupsFabulous Suday Lunches, must book to avoid disapointment,I have been going there for years, chef is very good,This eating place is suitable for all

We booked in here after another local establishment let us down at the last minute catering for a party of 18. I'm so glad we made the change, the food was delicious and the choice was good. They catered for allergies and looked after us brilliantly. We were all really impressed with the food and friendly staff. The food is of a much higher standard than you would expect for a coffee shop, more like a restaurant and very reasonable priced too. Thank you Hilary!

Wonderful varied menu ,. The most amazing Sunday Lunch and the best pavlova I have ever eaten!! Extremely good value for money . Undoubtedly the best in the area , we will be back

Good range for all courses including diabetic etc. Much of the food is locally sourced and preparedto the highest standard.

Our 3 different visits to Caffi'r Ceunant this week following the staff's annual winter break lived up to our expectations of excellent friendly service and fantastic tasty food.The menu was wonderfully varied and would suit all tastes and offers real value for money. We have been patronising Caffi'r Ceunant for several years now and can say with all honesty we have never had either a poor meal or inattentive service. We are local to the area and never hesitate to recommend this restaurant both to other locals and visitors alike.

They had a well deserved break after Christmas but what a joy to have them back today. The quality of their cuisine is the best in west Wales.

How lucky are we to have this wonderful restaurant I cannot call it a cafe as the food will rival anything anywhere, the ambience is lovely and Tommy, Hilary and the staff can't do enough for you. If you have any allergies they cater for that too. The food is stunning, different menus every week and we can take our own wine which makes it so cost effective.We can't wait for this Sunday as they have been away on holiday over Xmas and we have really missed them.

Our Welsh learners group chose this cafe for the Christmas dinner and we had a lovely evening. The food was delicious and the portions were generous. The staff were friendly and efficient. They were also extremely patient with us when the evening developed into a "sing song" and we didn't leave until late. They are clearly used to dealing with large groups, which made the proceedings all the more relaxed and enjoyable.

We've just spent eight days in the area. The weather was awful but we managed to get out each day. This café was a wonderful find. Tom cooked us breakfast a couple of mornings even tho' breakfast is not on the menu. Hilliary is exceptional in her approach to people. We also had a chat with Dy who is very friendly. Don't miss the place if you're in the area although I think it closes on Mondays and Tuesdays.

In the heart of the community this cafe is bright and airy and all the staff are helpful and friendly. The food is freshly cooked and imaganitive, like good home cooking at its' best. Delicious.

We have had friends staying over the last 5 weeks so it's Caffi'r Ceunant for Sunday lunch. We have never been disappointed with the food or service all the time we have been, which as been many over the years.Friends who we took from Scotland said the have never had such good quality food anywhere else for a very long time. There is always a very good selection of vegetables served with the lunch.

Met up with some old friends for a breakfast before spending the day walking up Cader Idris. Lovely welcome from Hillary and a fantastic breakfast, just what was needed before our uphill afternoon! Thanks to all the staff for being so welcoming and friendly. Will definitely come again. First class.

After a cross country hike that took twice as long as anticipated, we were tired and hungry and it was 3.00pm on Sunday. The pub had finished their food service so we tried a very ordinary looking cafe with no high hopes.We were greeted warmly and advised we could eat in the small garden with our dog. We chose the roast beef which was plentiful and delicious and, despite the late hour, all, including veg, very fresh. We followed this with fruit crumble. Yum. This cafe is community run and the food is home cooked. A big thank you to Hilary who looked after us in such a friendly manner. Oh, and our dog was grateful for the little plate of beef he was so kindly given.

We were in Twywn for a week and discovered this treat at lunch on Thursday. We loved the lunch so much in the light, bright pretty cafe we asked if they could pack up dinner. No problem. Hilary, the owner, packed up each item separately, labelled each, fitted them all into a box, and even added the crunchy bread and butter which came with our wonderful open roasted mushroom stuffed with goodies and a nut loaf. Both were yummy. We went back for lunch Friday and then breakfast as we left for North Wales on Saturday. The next Saturday we were only about ten miles away down windy, narrow Welsh roads so we dropped in, knowing the trek was worth it.Everything we ordered was wonderful, fresh, featuring local products, but the buttermilk scones! The best! EVER! We also fell for the hazelnut shortbread with chocolate drizzle, and managed to take home the entire batch in two visits.This is what a cafe should be - wonderful food and people, full of sunshine, welcoming. Don't miss a visit. The toilet tissue in the immaculate bathroom next door is even soft!,

We have just had a most excellent meal and pleasurable experience at the Caffi'r Ceunant , Abergynolwyn (4 adults and two very young children). From the moment we entered the restaurant to the time we left nothing was too much trouble for the proprietor who went out of her way to attend to our every need, especially that of our two young children: she couldn't have been more pleasant and helpful. The table service was excellent; the menu varied and most interesting; and the standard of food exceptional and promptly served to table. What an incredible asset to the community of Abergynolwyn is Caffi'r Ceunant. It deserves every success. We will certainly be back! Thank you.

This place looks so unassuming from the outside that we would never have thought to try it had we not seen it on here. So glad we did - we loved it! A really simple, honest place with just fantastic food. Fresh ingredients, well cooked. Hubby had ham, eggs and chips; I had ratatouille with a gratin topping. Accompanied by a nice fresh salad. Had we found it earlier, we would have been back here every day, if we could. Definitely worth a visit.

This is a little island of excellence amongst the poorly rated eating places in and around Towyn. They use 100% home sourced ingredients, for instance the trout had been caught the day before by one of the owners. I had excellent beetroot and herring marinated in Welsh cider vinegar. with crusty local bread Very nice and very tasty only to ruin the healthiness with a super Eton mess sundae but after all I am on holiday! This is definitely a place I would recommend and will be returning to next year.

My ratatouille and goat's cheese gratin with salad and warm slices of pitta bread was summer sunshine on a plate! When I dipped under the gratin I found lots of red and orange fresh veg (and some green) and it was delicious. Really tasty. My husband had beetroot and cider pickled herring with salad and crusty bread followed by Eton Mess Sundae. Fantastic healthy food (perhaps not the sundae - naughty but nice!) at realistic prices. Yes you had to wait for the food to be cooked - but it was worth it. This is not "fast food"/chips with everything (thank goodness) but you get great food cooked to order.Now for more detail....The welcome was warn. The tables and chairs were clean and tidy in spite of the many folk eating. The slate place mats were wiped clean after each diner. There was home made vinaigrette on each table (yummy) as well as a cheerful poppy table decoration. The choice of specials was varied and the fish had only been caught the previous day! Hilary (chef/owner) made time to talk to each table of diners. Sandwiches, cakes and snacks were also available. No credit or debit cards were accepted but this was clearly stated on the two entry doors. This is a little gem - do try it!

This Cafe is situated in a small Welsh village where there are beautiful scenic walks , Very near to a waterfall walk. We return time and time again. The food is renowned for it's excellence. The Sunday lunches are delicious with excellent choice, including an Indian dish. There are choice of deserts,I had the treacle tart, yum! you will enjoy everyone of them. The staff are very friendly and will do anything to help you.This is a place where you can take friends&, family out for food and not be disappointment.It is advisable to book a table, Sunday has two sittings.We always use this cafe after a walk with the ramblers, they enjoy tea and cakes. Caffi'r Ceunant is a small cafe in the village hall.

We have been again for lunch and was not disappointed. From arriving the welcome we got was excellent we were shown to our table and given the menu's.From the starter to the desert everything was excellent. Looking forward to our next visit.

We took friends here for Sunday lunch and had a fantastic meal.The starter was a 3 cheese Souffle which we all had and it was really delicious. We all had a different main course and each one was excellent and was served with a good selection of vegetables. A great place to go for delicious food served by really friendly staff.

We have been to Ceunant many times before, always the food is exceptionally good. After walking up Bird, It is a nice place to have lunch, afternoon tea.The Chef called Tommy is an excellent cook. The staff are very nice. This restaurant is set in a village hall. You will not get better food around that area,The menu always changes, Very interesting meals. I highly recommend this place to eat.It does get busy,If you want Sunday lunch, book to avoid disappointment. We have never been turned away. This village has great walks from the car park restaurant. We take a group or Ramblers there after a walk, beautiful cakes

Me and a friend walked over the mountain from Pantperthog and arrived in Abergynolwyn soaked, tired and cold. Was glad to find the Ceunant open as I'd heard so many good things about it.We were welcomed and fed exceptionally food, an amazing thing to find in such a small and remote village as Abergynolwyn, and were very grateful for the service and imaginative menu. Thanks, will return as soon as possible.

Beautiful meal consisting of feather light puff fastry stuffed with creamy mushrooms to start and a georgous piece of braised beef for main! Absolutely thrilled with the whole experience. Great service with a smile and delicious food that left me with a rather full stomach. Would recommend to anyone!!

Due to a friend departing these shores for three months we needed an early Christmas lunch. Our whole meal was exquisite with care and attention to detail above and beyond the call of duty. Excellent food. Three very happy diners.

Its worth getting in the car (having pre booked a table) for Sunday lunch at Caffi'r Ceunant.We've had Sunday lunch on a number of occasions and never been disappointed.The service is friendly, the food is locally sourced and at a reasonable price (take cash - no card facilities).Its the sort of meal that you leave and think that you've eaten well and you've eaten with probity (since the produce has not been shipped in).As a family we all enjoyed the meal and the dog was left in the car with a car park just beneath the window.To complete a memorable afternoon, take as stroll at Bird rock or Castell y bere (not that i would want to guide you through your whole day!!)

What a discovery! This is a first class cafe & restaurant. Proprietors Hilary & Tom cannot be faulted, they are attentive, respectful & excellent chefs.Tom catches delicious local trout which he cooks creatively plus wonderful tasty Sunday lunches. Hilary creates stunning desserts & caters for various dietary choices.Superb!

Beautiful setting,delicious food and charming staff. Have to say as a non meat eater it was one of the best and tastiest meals I have had in a long time. Well worth a visit

Excellent food and excellent service .... I would strongly recommend a visit to Caffi'r Ceunant for the most delicious food, attentive service and relaxed dining atmosphere ...it was pure perfection ...we will most definitely be returning.

I love the way this is part of the village community centre. We only had coffee & cake but would certainly comeback for an evening meal. Lovely friendly service . We also viewed the photograph exhibition in the hall.