Based on 457 opinions finded in 2 websites
Based on 457 opinions finded in 2 websites
Nº 204 in 469 in The Vale of Glamorgan
Nº 53 of 105 British in The Vale of Glamorgan
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Absolutely stunning place! Drinks amazing.
Teresa Londero . 2024-12-23
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There was lots good about this place, beautiful santa drinking area outside. Parking. Nice drinks menu. Was with friends for festive menu, they seemed to be short of waiters as food service was really poor. 11 of us .. they brought 9 meals out & 2 of us waited & we waited ., my table had finished dining when my food came out - really poor. Food was lovely, but its hard to enjoy food when all around you have finished :( Dining room had lots empty tables so not sure why we only had one hard working waiter. Lovely decor & nice & clean. They just need to brush up the service to improve.
Sharon Mc . 2024-12-21
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Exceptional experience. The food is very good and delivered with friendly, attentive service. The interior is well designed as they have created many intimate dining spaces within their large restaurant.
Richard McFerran . 2024-12-19
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Christmas meal! One of the most delicious meals I have had in a long time. 5/5 food!!
M Sims . 2024-12-15
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The food at Courts Cardiff was absolutely stunning, but what truly elevated our experience to a 5-star level was our waiter, Jag. He is an exceptional asset to the restaurant—one of the best waiters I’ve ever encountered. Jag was incredibly accommodating, polite, and attentive, delivering impeccable 5-star service that made our visit unforgettable. While the food was incredible on its own, Jag’s outstanding hospitality truly made the experience exceptional.
Molly Hopkin . 2024-12-11
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Came here for drinks Came here years ago and food was better but the service is out of this world Bluebells florist of Barry /Pontypridd
Wendy O'Connor . 2024-12-11
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Had a meal here Friday evening the starters were fine 2 of our party sent their Main meal back as it was cold. our main meal was luke warm. The veg came in a separate bowl with cabbage, peas and runner beans all mixed in together and didn't look very appatising. we had to ask for serving spoons. I had a cheese board with only a selection of 2 cheese and 4 crackers very disappointing. Someone else had 2 scoops of Ice-cream vanilla and chocolate which was supposed to be a selection the presentation wasn't very good. when we spoke to the waitress she wasn't very accommodating and as the meal was already paid for in advance I feel they just didn't give good service and the quality totally wasn't there. Might be a one off bad meal but I wasn't impressed. Certainly won't be going back in a hurry.
Deborah Hutchinson . 2024-12-09
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Wow, we had a wonderful night at Courts. Started outside in the winter wonderland heated pods which was so festive before heading inside for an absolutely fantastic meal. There were 8 of us including a baby amongst the Christmas party tables and we were looked after so well by Jag. We had a mixture of starters and mains between us and all gave 19/10. See you soon xxx
Andrea Goodman . 2024-12-07
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Xmas family meal with the mums and daughters. Was truly magical, place is decorated beautifully ready for xmas. Xmas menu was reasonably priced, food was fantastic. Must say though it was the staff that truly earned the 5 star, they were wonderfull with our elderly mothers walking us to our cars with umbrellas was so thoughtful. The staff serving us were so attentive too.. without being OTT. Truly lovely experience, really got us in xmas spirit! we will be back without a doubt.
louise d . 2024-12-06
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I took my wife here for her birthday. The restaurant is in a beautiful building with a fun and relaxed vibe. The staff are extremely courteous and the food was great. There is also currently a very beautiful outdoor Christmas bar which we will be definitely go back to for a drink. The experience was memorable and I would come here again and highly recommend it. Particularly for special occasions 🎉
Mick Johnston . 2024-12-02
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I’m thoroughly impressed by this restaurant! The food is exceptional, the service is outstanding, and the staff are incredibly polite. The Christmas decorations are stunning—you can tell they’ve put in a lot of effort. The live music and ambiance add to the charm, making it my favorite spot in town. I highly recommend giving it a visit!
Faranak G . 2024-12-01
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Courts Restaurant was an absolute festive treat! The Winter Wonderland setup was gorgeous—perfect for a Christmas drink. Inside, the food was outstanding, especially the overnight-cooked beef, which was melt-in-your-mouth incredible. A must-visit for great food and festive vibes!
Bethan B . 2024-11-30
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My first time to Courts and what a lovely evening! Fabulously festive decor, great music and wonderful food. But by far the most impressive thing was the exceptional service we received from Mel! If only every restaurant had staff like Mel. We will definitely be back and highly recommend.
Ellie T . 2024-11-30
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Four of us had the festive lunch yesterday. It was absolutely lovely. . Presentation was excellent, the vegetables all tasted superb, the meat was tender and tasty, the service was impeccable and the meal was nice and hot and flavoursome . The decor was enchanting and artistic and the whole experience was well worth it. We will definitely go back for the evening experience
Jane Sullivan . 2024-11-29
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We wanted to surprise our friend on her special birthday and neither she or us were disappointed, the set festive menu had enough but not too much choice, we all had different mains and all were very good. As it was a birthday celebration our cake which we brought was lit up and brought to our table. A special mention for Jag who was our waiter and made sure we very well catered for but while we didn't get all the names all staff we met were lovely we all agreed we will be back. I was driving and was happy to see some of the better zero alcohol options.
Chris H . 2024-11-29
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Beautiful venue to have dinner . Our only disappointment was ordered a extra side of roasties which where full of black marks /brushing on the potatoes i did point this out and was told , chef said it was a bad batch of potatoes 🤔 . Still had to pay for them though! Order the lamb and it came with a small pot of gravey not the minted lamb jus as on the menu ! Great staff 👍 £6.80 for a guiness
karen k . 2024-11-25
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Really upmarket place with affordable prices. Decorated for Christmas beautifully. Whoever the chefs are -Bravo. Outstanding food.
Bethan Grech . 2024-11-24
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The venue is fantastic but the food was so so poor especially considering it was £37.00 for two courses, plus supplements for the steaks. The drinks are extortionate @ £6.90 for a pint and £16.30 for a double premium vodka and tonic. I’m not even paying that in Mayfair. Time to be served and attention to detail were lacking, unfortunately. Even with the discount, felt a bit ripped off to be honest. The manager was very apologetic about the food and took 30% off the food bill which was a good gesture but regardless, the experience could have been so much better. Shame.
Chris Joll . 2024-11-23
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I recently attended Beaujolais Day at The Courts, and unfortunately, my experience fell short of expectations. Upon arrival, we were directed to the bar area, which was already crowded and lively from the first sitting of people, making it difficult to enjoy a more relaxed atmosphere. After requesting to be seated, we found ourselves at a table with a poor view, preventing us from seeing the singer and fully experiencing the ambiance of the event. The service was also disappointing, as we had to wait over an hour just for our drink orders to be taken, and it took an additional hour and a half for the nibbles to arrive—only for them to be stale. As for the food, the quality of the starter, main course, and dessert was below par and did not justify the price. Overall, I left feeling dissatisfied and would not recommend this experience to others. It seems there's a lot of room for improvement in both service and food quality.
Denise Paris . 2024-11-22
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Dined with friends last night and had the festive evening menu. Really disappointing. I ordered croquettes with crispy sage, they came with just grated cheese on top and no sage. I don't eat cheese, so would never have ordered this. The roast dinner served with "all the trimmings" had half a carrot and half a parsnip!!! The roast potatoes were meant to be garlic and rosemary, but we're plain. We asked for more gravy, and was told it would be out soon with the vegetables. The gravy arrived, no vegetables. We asked where the vegetables were to be told they're already on your plate! Half a carrot and half a parsnip!!!! Plates were cold, and the waiting for the gravy/veg made the food cold too!! Stunning place, but the service and food is seriously lacking!
Nicola . 2024-11-17
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A very pleasant Sunday dining experience. Knowledgeable and friendly staff, with impeccable timing. Would highly recommend
Switch Advisor . 2024-11-02
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This was for our wedding dinner celebration and everything was absolutely perfect. I cannot fault a thing. Special thanks to our hostess Mel. She is absolutely amazing and made sure everything was perfect and couldn't do enough for us. The customer service from the whole team was exceptional. Your waiters and waitresses are fabulous. The entire experience was perfect and the food was delicious. Thank you so much for making our day so special and huge thanks to Gosia for managing the whole booking process for us. She is a superstar.
Kirby Starr . 2024-10-20
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Fabulous food Great service Spoilt my friend with a free mocktail and a lush brownie dessert for her birthday, and they sang to her I'm so glad it is in my town
Anthea Ellis . 2024-10-20
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Lovely place... food was amazing 😁😁
gary pearce . 2024-10-20
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I organised my daughter’s Baby Shower at Courts. The service was brilliant from start to finish. Difficult when you have a large party but nothing was too much trouble. The food was absolutely delicious. I will definitely be back
Christine Crean . 2024-10-20
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Very poor service. Had to wait for mains for more than an hour. Were offered complimentary beverages, charged twice for them.
Svitlana Lysytska . 2024-10-18
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Fantastic first visit to Courts today. Service was fast, friendly and impeccable. Lunch menu with the courses for £24 I thought was pretty good value. The arrancini balls starter was absolutely stand out, as were the Manhattan stack dessert... but aside from the goats cheese salad which had far too much dressing, all our party had excellent food. Good selection of vegetarian and vegan options too. The venue is beautiful! Can't believe it's taken me so long to go here. Really recommended!!
Richard Slater . 2024-10-18
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Visited on a Friday lunchtime to try the lunchtime menu. Food and service was great but it was very quiet! Gorgeous decor inside would definitely return.
Samantha Wood . 2024-10-08
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Sunday for our grandpa,s birthday, a wonderful experience . The food was delicious , and great value , however the attentiveness and level of service was second to none . From the moment we arrived the service was exceptional , so impressed . A wonderful sparkler on grandads desert , umbrella to the car for him . Brilliant , thanks all for a lovely Sunday afternoon we will return and thoroughly recommend .
Helen Hatton . 2024-10-07
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Fantastic restaurant, Food, wine and the restaurant itself are all gorgeous! We both had fillet steak which was cooked perfectly and the lovely staff were so welcoming and friendly- the young guy serving us (Jag) was brilliant, so friendly and chatty. Couldn’t have asked for a nicer evening x
TanThom . 2024-10-05
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We had a marriage proposal celebration, we are very pleased, the employees were very attentive, thank you for everything, see you again
neşe D . 2024-10-03
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What an amazing beautiful place. The food, service and ambience is just first class. Its a total Hidden Gem... I loved it from The moment we got there.
janinesp . 2024-10-03
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I got taken here to celebrate my birthday, and the young waiter saw my family toasting me prior to our meal. The food was delicious and portions just the right size, so we had a 3 course meal. During the neal, the waiter, who was brilliant throughout our visit brought me a complimentary glass of fizz. When the waiter brought my dessert it had a large candle in it and he burst into happy birthday. Thoroughly enjoyed our visit made special not just because of the lovely food but by the professional waiter.
Gareth Jones . 2024-09-30
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We loved our meal and the service was fantastic, Jag especially, he couldn't do enough for us, top lad
Jake Budd . 2024-09-29
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The place itself looks amazing but the service was not great the female that served us was very hard to connect with the food was just ok we had lamb I got it pink it was tough my friend got it well done it was even tougher and the food was cold We kept this restaurant for our last night on holiday what a letdown the fish and chips we had in Brecon two nights before were better disappointed 😞
Derek Pauley . 2024-09-29
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Lovely meal here last night, 2 pasta dishes cooked perfect also the focaccia and duck bon bon’s were superb would highly recommend along with great staff and impressive venue
Laura M . 2024-09-15
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I visited Courts with my family for the first time on Saturday evening and was blown away. The service was incredible - Mel was attentive, helpful, friendly and so wonderful with us, as were the rest of the staff. The food was delicious! One of the best meals and dining experience I’ve had. Can’t wait to go back and experience the lunch and Sunday lunch menus! Thank you!
Eleanor P . 2024-09-01
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Our visit was for a small Intimate wedding meal. I really don't know what I was expecting but it was amazing all around. Service friendly and accommodating. Food was great portions and fabulously presented with tastes to tickle your tastebuds in abundance. Bar was well stocked with plenty of choice. Overall they were amazing nothing was too much trouble for them to make the day special. So thankyou everyone at Courts for the sunshine you put into our day 30.8.24.
Sue Burford . 2024-09-01
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Sat outside in the Sun. Food smelt wonderful from a neighbouring table.. Will try the next time 😎
CLP84 . 2024-08-25
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A great venue, food, staff & atmosphere. So glad it's open again &doing well.
Lisa-Marie Rees . 2024-08-21
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Slick, modern and upmarket interior, great atmosphere with the occasional chilled live music. Food is incredible and the service is great, very friendly and attentive. Highly recommended for lunchtime, evening dinners and Sunday roasts.
Phil Evans . 2024-08-18
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When I arrived at Courts me and my partner were warmly greeted by the hostess Mel and was seated immediately. The atmosphere was amazing and nothing was too much trouble for the waiting staff Mel and Kim. Our food was spectacular and we'll presented. I will be back soon, thank you
kempton hayne . 2024-08-16
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I cannot stress highly enough what a delight Courts is, the food, the ambience and the service are all five star. Also as a married woman and mother in her late 40’s it’s amazing to have somewhere local without travelling to Cardiff to dress up and have a dance on the nights they have a DJ or an event. It’s amazing!!!!
Xavier Rush . 2024-08-14
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Went for food with a couple of friends since we were coming from different areas. We saw courts and decided to go there. We arrived to a beautiful restaurant inside and out! Ordered drinks and sat at our table. Food was absolutely perfect! The best Sunday roast we’ve ever had in wales. Just a shame about the service. We asked many times for the music to be turned down to no avail. Drinks took forever to come to our table and even then seemed like it was a chore for the waitress. From what we could see there was a lack of managers there or someone to lead from the front as they all just did what they wanted to do. Even seen a few of them start crying. Would definitely go back in the service from them improved
Dave K . 2024-08-13
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Outstanding food ,good value and nice portion sizes, beautifully cooked and presented well . We had a large party , unfortunately service was lacking . Servers were attentive at the table , but slow to respond with drinks . People were eating starters at all different times due to delivery! I had to leave table twice to find a member of staff to reorder drinks and ask if we could order dessert. Would have preferred our table to be more spread out., not against two walls, This would have alleviated problems serving and collecting dishes !! Would I go back ? Yes. Would I hope for quicker service ? Yes
KR . 2024-08-12
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Has gone downhill so much- inedible food and terrible service to boot. Avoid at all costs.
gavin . 2024-08-11
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We live quite close to the restaurant and we wanted it to be great, but it wasn't. The Camembert was fantastic, but £13 for two scallops without pancetta (supposed to be part of the starter) was disappointing. The worst thing was the fillet steak. On appearance it looked ok, it was pink but it was dry as a bone. We sent it back to the kitchen and they said it was fine. You would think that the customers opinion would be considered, we know what a good steak tastes like. It's quite clear the kitchen didn't care. I hope the management doesn't ignore this review, I cannot express enough how poor the attitude of the kitchen staff was tonight. There was a few group bookings tonight, but the rest of the customers shouldn't suffer with poor food and service.
mark griffin . 2024-08-11
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Hands down the worst meal and service I’ve ever experienced. Understaffed, slow service. Awful, cheap food passed off as ‘fine dining’ We were fond of courts after many enjoyable visits, we’ll never go back again. The company’s liquidation has clearly had a huge impact and this place is now on its last legs. I’ve never been somewhere and refused to pay for the meal before. disgraceful attitude from management when we tried to resolve amicably- we were made to wait around for 90 mins as no one had the authority to deal with the complaints. Avoid at all costs.
Odyssey27084557476 . 2024-08-11
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Going down hill waitress kelly was rude and disrespectful. Didn’t think a posh restaurant would hire such a nasty young woman. food was cold and music was to loud myself and friends won’t be returning.
Paige . 2024-08-11
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Great restaurant, staff were friendly and helpful and good food
Mathew Heydenrych . 2024-07-31
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Phenomenal service from start to finish, great atmosphere, and fantastic food. Contacted them to book a large table for a birthday, and Gosia was incredibly helpful, going above and beyond to make sure everything with planned and sorted, even sent me a walk-through video for me to pick the table I wanted for the event. Best customer service I have ever experienced.
Luke H . 2024-07-31
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Fabulous evening, great entertainment from Gavin we were outside in the court yard and had friends from Essex with us who really enjoyed the meal, location, blown away by venue and great entertainment thank you
Karen G . 2024-07-28
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Where do I start! We absolutely love this place. The food is always spot on & the service is always amazing. The venue itself is beautiful & renovated to a really high standard. We’re always greeted with a friendly warm welcome & you can always guarantee a great atmosphere. The restaurant is great if you want a couples date night, or a night out with friends.
Charlotte S . 2024-07-28
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Our favourite restaurant to go to! The food is always impeccable & the service is always great. The venue has been renovated to a really high standard & you can always guarantee a great atmosphere. A definite place to visit!!
Charlotte Smith . 2024-07-28
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Excellent meal and great service. Worth every penny
Greg Kelly . 2024-07-27
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**Review for Courts Restaurant in Cardiff** Courts is undoubtedly the best restaurant in Cardiff, offering an exceptional dining experience that combines outstanding food, impeccable service, and stunning decor. From the moment you step inside, you are greeted with a warm and welcoming ambiance that sets the tone for a memorable meal. The decor is elegant and thoughtfully designed, creating a sophisticated yet cozy atmosphere. Every detail, from the lighting to the furnishings, has been carefully curated to enhance your dining experience. The food at Courts is simply unparalleled. The menu features a diverse selection of dishes, each prepared with the finest ingredients and a creative touch that elevates traditional flavors. Every bite is a testament to the chef’s expertise and passion for culinary excellence. The service is another highlight at Courts. The staff are attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely committed to ensuring that every guest has an exceptional experience. They strike the perfect balance between professionalism and friendliness, making you feel right at home. One of the unique features of Courts is the live singers who perform on weekends. Their performances add a special touch to the already vibrant atmosphere, making it an ideal spot for a night out. The combination of live music, delicious food, and excellent service makes Courts a must-visit destination for anyone looking to enjoy the best that Cardiff has to offer. Highly recommended!
Jaymin Patel . 2024-07-26
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I visited here for lunch with a friend who was visiting me on a flying visit for a few hours from Australia. I wanted it to be a good eating, nice place, quiet etc for us to catch up etc. This is not far from home and we would normally have eaten in Penarth, but town was very busy, so I decided to drop in here. The whole meal was very good. Food good etc etc. This is not cheap, but on balance probably worth it.
Andrew Simmons . 2024-07-26
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Visited for the first time this evening with various family members. First, the positives. The decor is really nice with plenty of outside seating. Staff are friendly and the food on the whole was good. The exception to that was the calamari, which was unfortunately very chewy. Now, the not so positive. The majority of us ordered food from the bbq menu, and it was served in takeaway boxes, which we all felt was slightly strange in a restaurant setting. Service was unfortunately awful, and while the staff were very apologetic, it did impact our visit. We spent almost 3 hours in the restaurant, and after we had initially been served, we had to ask for additional drinks and whether we could order dessert. When our second round of drinks arrived, they were wrong and had to be sent back. They then brought us our bill before we had asked for it and before we had finished our drinks. When it arrived there were 8 drinks on it which we had not ordered. We told one of the staff, and it came back with 2 removed but still the additional 6 on it. We had to send it back a third time before it was corrected. If they can sort the service issues, it will be a lovely place, and we will definitely give them a second chance as overall the food was nice, and it could have just been an off day.
SC . 2024-07-19
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First visit here. Excellent service. Excellent cocktails. Lovely atmosphere. Although the sun was shining which helps. Good luck to this place and I will return. The only disappointment is putting a service charge on the bill. That said to be fair the waiter asked if I was ok with it.
Jo blogg . 2024-07-14
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Changed a lot since I was last the Barons Court. Food was good, decour was different but that cones down to your taste. One major negative was the chap that served me, he was not rude but far from welcoming and friendly 🤔 Maybe I didn't match the dress code or he just didn't like the look of me 😕 He seemed to treat the people on the next table better 🙄. Unfortunately won't be rushing back 🥺
Kevin Meredith . 2024-07-14
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First time here today and was blown away by Jag’s service.. It was out of this world. He was attentive from start to finish and cannot thank him Enough for showing me around too. Venue was stunning throughout. Food was Devine! Cauliflower cheese was one of the nicest I’ve ever tasted. Cannot wait to come back 🥰
Kayleigh 87 . 2024-07-14
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First time in Cardiff and came across this restaurant by chance and really pleased we did. Service and food was excellent 👍
Mark Whitley . 2024-07-11
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First class service from the min you walk through the door
Rebecca Powell . 2024-07-07
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This is one of our favourite places of all. We visit at least once a week. Drinks, lunch or dinner you can go for anything. Children are welcome also my daughter loves the children’s menu amazing portion sizes. The staff are lovely and remember you which is so nice. Makes you feel really special.
Janeal Pike . 2024-06-24
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Lively atmosphere with great staff. Super Sunday Roast. Careful of the wine though, it’s expensive.
David Luetchford . 2024-06-19
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Called in on the off-chance staff were very helpful and accompanying good food at reasonable prices
robin england . 2024-06-17
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Lovely meal and great service/atmosphere. Will definitely be back!
Michael Williams . 2024-06-16
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Fabulous food very efficient staff also very friendly. It is one of if not the best restaurant in Penarth. Fabulous cocktail bar in the garden too! Loved it here. Well done All xx
Jakki Carne . 2024-06-14
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My husband and I called in here on our way back from an art exhibition. This was our first visit here. We wanted to celebrate our purchase with a glass of bubbly and the attractive exterior enticed us in. There is ample car parking and the beer garden had a cool and vibrant ambience with an outside bar and music piped from the DJ booth. On arrival, we were greeted by the restaurant manager Salvo who was very polite, friendly and professional. He showed us to the bar area where we ordered a bottle of pink champagne. The interior had a very sophisticated vibe with energy although we wanted somewhere a little quieter for a drink. After enquiring where the best place to sit was, Salvo took our drinks and showed us upstairs to the VIP area away from the buzz of the bar. We were so taken by the decor, the friendly and professional service and whole vibe of the place, we ended up ordering a meal to finish off a lovely evening. We were so pleased we did as the food was outstanding (Black cod with rice and artisan vegetables). We could see the venue was popular with a younger crowd but there was definitely a good mix of people of all ages. We wanted a special end to an already successful evening and Courts definitely provided that. We have found our venue for an exciting night out, just on the outskirts of Cardiff! Thank you Courts, we will be back.
Dilys Hackett . 2024-06-09
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We attended bottomless brunch! Very lovely atmosphere, quality drinks and food
Rania Rigga . 2024-05-31
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Had to cancel a meal 10 hrs before booking due to unforseen circumstances after pre paying for the food was declined a refund wont attempt to go here again
Jack Ashfield . 2024-05-23
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Stunning surroundings,great atmosphere first class service. Love it , one of my favourite places for a special occasions or just a casual drink.
Susan Harford . 2024-05-22
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First time here wont be the last.great food .attentive staff
mik lambert . 2024-05-19
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This was our first visit, it was exceptional! My husband and I had the steak sharer, it was cooked perfectly and fell apart at every bite, it was outstanding! We really was amazed by how right the owner got it, the establishment was sophisticated, charming and beautifully decorated inside and out. We sat outside and enjoyed the glorious sunshine, staff were polite and professional which added to our wonderful experience. The owner also took the time out to have a chat, what a gentleman! This is most definitely our new favourite go to and we can't wait to start working our way through the menu. Thank you for a wonderful afternoon.
Lisa Cox . 2024-05-19
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Courts is housed in an impressive building, which has been tastefully restored over the years. On the inside, the original fireplace has been maintained, and is apparently used on colder days. Overall, the interior is pleasant and nicely laid out. It would make a nice venue for a wedding, or similar. However, the plants dotted around the restaurant are plastic, which is a shame. The food is priced slightly above average in terms of cost, we spent £180 on three three-course meals, including wine. The star of the show was probably the Camembert starter, which came with a pleasant relish. We asked for a medium rare rib-eye steak, but it came overcooked. This is unforgivable. The steak itself was good quality, just ruined by being overcooked. We did mention this to the waitress at the end of the meal, who said she could have done something if we had mentioned it sooner. I’m not sure what. Perhaps two of us could have finished our meals while another steak was cooked? For the duck main course, the produce was again good quality, pink and quite delicious. The main drawback was the sauce was added on one end of the plate, meaning some of the duck was oversauced. The calamari starter was pleasant, if somewhat monotonous. The dessert menu was quite bland and with limited choice. The espresso cocktail was watery, you could taste the vodka, but it lacked that espresso zing. We will not return to Courts. There are better restaurants and there are better value for money eating experiences in the area with real plants.
Simon . 2024-05-17
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Took ages for waiter to offer a drink. He seemed to ignore the table. There was a party that was horrendously loud. Steaks looked as if it had been bought from asda. Suggest you don't serve food when there is a party
Sharon Davies . 2024-05-11
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Forgot to post this review Christmas time. Lovely food atmosphere staff. Accessible entry. And accessible toilet on ground floor however, mirrors too high up for a wheelchair user etc did email manager to let them know hopefully changed. There is an upstairs another bar but no lift access. They Had a great band on and another outdoor area to sit and enjoy too. Done the place up beautifully. Thanks
Helen F . 2024-05-06
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Excellent food and service from Hazel. Highly recommended.
Ceri Stewart . 2024-05-05
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Food is really good, unfortunately I feel the atmosphere is club like, music too loud whilst dining. Found it hard to talk whilst eating. Not sure what the venue is trying to be.
Michaela Virgill . 2024-05-03
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Quite shocked, went here for Sunday lunch on recommendation. Ordered the lamb dinner, food tasted fine but the amount of lamb we were given was ridiculous, it wasn't even one slice, disguised by stuffing shaped the same. Two minute scoops of ice cream and a not very nice creme brulee, rounded off a highly priced Sunday dinner. Too polite to complain on first visit. But it will also be our last. Very disappointed.
terence dickens . 2024-04-28
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Been here twice now and the service, food and drinks have honestly been fantastic. We've been lucky enough to have had Melanie serve us and she has been amazing on both occasions. Would really recommend this place. I cant fault the place. As 2 fussy eaters we've been genuinely thrilled with service and meals.
Hannah . 2024-04-26
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Beautiful venue, delicious food and helpful staff.
Chrissie W . 2024-04-21
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Fantastic venue, awesome food (and I am very hard to please!) great cocktails ,our waitress was very helpful, we will 100% be going back again!
Lee Hawkins . 2024-04-21
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Food great great drinks selection and great staff expensive but its got good standards.
Antony Wheeler . 2024-04-18
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Great Sunday lunch. The service was excellent. Attentive without being pushy. Lovely atmosphere with a live singer/sax player in the background. We'll definitely be back.
Nick Hone . 2024-04-11
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Really lovely venue, with great food and 10/10 service. Their bar is lush too 😍😍
Chanty . 2024-04-02
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Completely blown away with the Courts and what was on offer the venue has been refurbished to a high standard mostly, excellent food with something really special about every dish served, great live music with a DJ set to follow creating a lively atmosphere which was welcoming and upbeat. My only two complaint is despite the restaurant small venue the service was somewhat to be desired waiting long periods in between courses creating a poor “flow” for a high class establishment that the Courts is now aiming to be waiting until just before dessert for the water to finally be put down after asking four times for it. The men’s toilet was also missing a lock on the only bathroom stall available with the toilet roll just sat on the “wet” floor next to it again not what you’d expect. However the two above points were quickly forgotten when the food did arrive my party of four were absolutely blown away with the fresh blend of flavours, exciting dishes and superbly put together menu as a whole with alterations available at request and a broad vegetarian and vegan menu. To summarise despite what i’d assume are growing pains from being within it’s first true year of being open under new management it is a hidden gem in Cardiff and absolutely worth a visit.
Jay Hall . 2024-04-02
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Great evening, food delicious, service first class. Live music was a bonus. Alex the owner was so welcoming. I would recommend this venue and will definitely be back. 🥂
Kathy Kennedy . 2024-03-31
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Lovely Staff atmosphere was lovely food was Good just My chips weren't fully cooked
Rachael Hull . 2024-03-29
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Absolutely outstanding Sunday roast, been twice now and it’s stunning! Staff are lovely and hard working, can’t wait to come back!
Meg . 2024-03-27
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Called in on an off-chance for Sunday lunch. It was the best Sunday lunch experience I've had in a long time. I chose the lamb, which was full flavoured, and cooked to perfection. I had a side of pigs in blankets. Vegetables are served separately, and extra gravy and cauliflower cheese were provided. The staff are polite and helpful, and the background music was not too loud, and perfectly suited the atmosphere.
Araldia Primbee . 2024-03-06
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Very disappointed!! Awful , long wait for the food and the attitude of the waitress was absolutely disgusting. We had been discussing as a family about the food the waitress decided to involve herself in our family discussion by leaning over and commenting. They had not prepared for the group and so we were left passing the plates around the table . Ruined the birthday meal atmosphere to the point we couldn't wait to get out of there. The portions were all different sizes even though the majority of us ordered the same meal . Chips were well overdone, and the food was only warm 100% have no intention of returning , attitude of the waitress was disgraceful
twinkling-gem . 2024-03-04
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Having heard very good things about this place myself and a friend decided we’d treat ourselves to a Sunday lunch date with one another this weekend. First impressions were that it has a high attention to detail with the interior design. Last time we visited it was a humble Toby carvery on a busy junction. This time it was still a poor setting on a busy junction. The location really lets this place down and I sincerely hope they move it to somewhere or branch out to somewhere to do this brand justice. We were seated promptly and 10 mins ahead of our booking after expecting to be asked to wait. I must say the Sunday lunch seating is cramped. There’s not much privacy and there was a lot of cross table interruptions from neighbouring tables listening to our private conversation. This really wasn’t appreciated. We ordered a bottle of red to share. Which was great. We opted for the cheapest red and it was lovely. Service wise a big red flag was when our starters arrived (one Brie bites and one bbq pork belly). As we were busy talking we hadn’t quite started our first course, after about 5 mins of them being sat before us (and I’d already taken photos of them) a waitress came along and told us they weren’t ours. From my seat I could see they were whisked about the bar area for a few laps before being delivered back to the couple on the table right next to us. They were also aware if this. We eventually got our actual starters and they were lovely. The main course was outstanding in its quality. The cauliflower cheese is something else!!! Aside from things outside of the control of the company, the food was outstanding. Service and setting could be better. If this brand demand £100 for a Sunday dinner for two with wine it really needs to step up In other areas than just the quality of food
Jamie E . 2024-03-03
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After having reservations about the place, we were pleasantly surprised. Food was outstanding and the service was equally as good. We will definitely be returning!
Daisy-doo1975 . 2024-02-25
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Friendly staff but the music was far too loud and the prices were borderline criminal.
Harry Hirsch-Bennion . 2024-02-24
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Love it! Food and decor 5 star. Friendliest Staff - great job!
Eleni . 2024-02-23
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This is the best restraunt in cardiff. The music, decor, staff presentation The food was excellent. I would recommend everyone to come here. I had a great Sunday lunch. Prices are very good for what you get. This is my new favorite restraunt to bring people and impress.
H.M.E.Y Development . 2024-02-19
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What a gem we have her in Penarth. The food, the service and the atmosphere was phenomenal. Best meal I’ve had in a very long time. 10/10 recommend.
Alice P . 2024-02-14
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Lovely place, very intimate. Perfect for Valentine's night. Beef was exceptional
LISSA Jones . 2024-02-08
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Great service and food. Went for Sunday lunch and the restaurant was full.
Gus Pohl . 2024-02-08
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