Founders & Co in Swansea - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

Perfect for a few drinks and good food with friends.

A massive venue with a cafe, a bar, several food vendors and plenty of seating

Just had bottomless brunch here, food was lush, drinks were fab and the service, by Emsie, was out of this world. She's an absolute credit to this place. Couldn't have had a better birthday afternoon, thanks to her amazing personality and brilliant service.

Went here for bottomless brunch, 15 of us and not 1 complaint, Jack our waiter was amazing a credit to the company. The food was exceptional. We all had a wonderful day and would definitely return, I'd highly recommend to anyone.

First time at this place with my family and it was great. The woman Kiera in particular made our experience really brilliant.

I absolutely cannot fault the food in Founders, I've never had a bad experience, it's just a shame the drinks prices are so high.

Usually have a really good experience yet today was a real let down. My friend and I went outside to have a breather as we were overstimulated. We left our jackets with our remaining food knowing we had our table booked for another 40 minutes still. Yet the server came outside with my jacket and upon returning to our table it had been cleared and a new party was sitting down. We had clearly not finished and feel like more communication should’ve been made.

Really cool place where you can get different things to eat from various places, e.g, pizza, burrito, and massala fries.

Pretty decent spot to eat if you’re in the city centre. Had a burger and Bombay chips which were pretty scrumptious.

Went here with friends for lunch. There is no actual menu. You have to scan a QR code on the table to see what dishes are available. I'm no spring chicken and found this quite annoying. There's quite a wide range of dishes available and a good selection of drinks. I had the loaded fries with chicken tikka and a cheese sauce. Once I'd flicked all of the sprinkles off that I didn't want to eat, I was disappointed at the size of my dish for the price charged, Luckily, I ordered food and ate it before needing to pee. The toilets are shared male and female, please, please, please, change this decision. The seats and the floor around the toilets were covered in pee splashes, and the room stank of urine. If I had seen the toilets beforehand, I would have left without ordering.

Post Half Marathon meal. Food was good and service was friendly and efficient. Meals came separately, with the last one (of 3) significantly later but we ordered from different vendors so that's to be expected. Beers arrived promptly as well. It was full and lovely there with a friendly vibe!

A little gem in Swansea, really nice little street food set up, fast service and good selection of food stalls.

Really lovely food nice place great atmosphere will be going again!! 😃

This is a fab little place tucked away at the bottom of wind Street. Very tasty food and reasonable priced. Nicely done out with a great atmosphere. I would definitely go there again.

A choice of food options and good quality beer. My only downer for the 4 on atmosphere is that they encourage app ordering which means on arrival your staring at your phone until you know what you want. I mean, you CAN order at the bar. But naturally ordering from the app is the norm.

Lush food, lush staff, banging cocktails 🍸

wonderful birria tacos and spiced chips from Cwtchitas!

Great place to spend an afternoon catching up with friends. Food, drinks and service was all fantastic.

Can't use cash. That's enough of a reason not to go back

Excellent coffee! Nice spot to hang out for a few hours and do a bit of work, if you like working in cafes. Lots of outlets, nice mellow atmosphere, and outdoor patio as well.

I had a pizza and a drink and both arrived quickly and tasted AMAZING. Also massive shout-out to Emsy for taking photos of our group, being so friendly, and leaving me a cute note on my takeaway box :)

Recommend the tequila tasting and plenty of options for food

Megan was great host! I would love to visit u again!! Cheeers ! 👋👋👋

I ordered Naanwich Tandoori Chicken, Chicken Wings and Chilli Chicken, Naanwich tastes awesome, it's a must try dish. Chicken wings and Chilli chicken is also good though but not sweet. Over all it's worth visit again for Naanwich tandoori chicken.

We went here last Sunday 4 adults and 2 little ones, no welcome from any of the staff, we picked our own table and 2 high chairs for the little ones. I went to the bar ordered 2 cokes, 1 lemonade which were filled to the top with ice ! and a pint of madri, went to pay with cash only to be told "card only" I asked my son "Where's the menu? " to find it's QR code only ! Frustrating when your phone is only on 20% asked the barman for a proper menu, there aren't any only QR code only, asked if I could charge my phone to order, no chargers available!! At this point I'm losing the will to live, downloaded the QR code only to be confused even further with the menu, phone now on 10% My son asked are you okay ? Nope ! (My anxiety levels are through the roof at this stage.) I said to order me anything as by this time I'd lost my appetite. I had a chicken burger with fries which was okay but not the best and came on a metal tray which was a disappointing presentation, my wife had a burrito wrap which was very dry and only eat half of it. No condiments on the table, I asked the waiter for salt, which he supplied but no offer of any sauces, and didnt ask if everything was okay? The meal came to £73 excluding drinks. Was it value for money ? Founders & co.have some consideration for us older people who are not savvy with download codes and menu's, as when you go back page it logs you out, download the QR code again and again. On a final note please, please sort the drainage smell out from the mixed toilets 🚻 this wafted through as we were finishing our meal. One of the worst experiences I've had at a restaurant 😕 I would have messaged you directly with this review, but this wasn't possible on your "contact us" page A very dissatisfied Stuart Griffiths Llanelli

Burger was disappointing, too small, smashed so thin it wasn't there. Chips were nice but not hot! Service was good on a busy Saturday night.

It was OK,just really,really busy

Great place for beer & good selection for food

Just popped in for a coffee and also had a look into the retro clothes shop, great atmosphere, the friendly and helpful staff made the already great tasting coffee even better :)

Great atmosphere here. The food was lovely. And it was served really quick considering there was a lot of us. Its a very busy place but that doesn't take away from how good the staff are there they can't do enough for you would definitely recommend and I would go again. Thank you.

Great social venue with plenty of events. Amazing food.

Food is okay but the stalls should rotate more to get more variety in. The options have been the same for at least a year I'm sure, some haven't changed in longer!

It's a cool place to go to! Excellent food, drinks and service.

Lovely evening here with the paint along lady. Fab table service from staff for food & drinks

What a fantastic place, something for everyone one, will visit again, very soon.

Great vibes, delicious food, and reasonable prices. Highly recommend the Truffle Pizza 🍕

Emsie was the best hostess so warming and welcoming as Annie ill be back!!!!!

What a find this place is!!! Founders has the most amazing vibe, I’ve never felt so welcomed & comfortable at a restaurant. We were greeted on entry & found a table; immediately impressed with the chilled atmosphere, which only improved when people were bringing in their dogs! 🩷 Using the QR code on the table was easy to do & gave us time to browse the menus of all of the food outlets on offer. Each place offered something different & unique to them, & the bar was well stocked with plenty of options for both alcohol, soft & hot drinks. The food was brought to our table & we were blown away; hot, fresh, tasty, presented beautifully. Our burgers from Bwyta Burgers were simply the best we’ve ever had anywhere. Onion rings were freshly cooked, in fact nothing was reheated or pre-prepared & you can tell. We also ordered the chicken goujons & cheesy garlic bread from The Pizza Boys & it was absolutely fantastic. Piping hot & so incredibly delicious. We are not local to Swansea & I’m gutted but we will definitely be back to this stunning venue!

Nice place with good atmosphere and a different choice of foods including stone baked puzzas, Mexicam tacos and Indian food. However, the app for ordering was pretty poor compared to other apps and was only accessible via scanning the qrr code on the table to get the cloud app. Would advise enabling the download of the app to make it more efficient. It was also too complicated for the lay man to use. I'm a computer scientist and I gave up and ordered at the desk! Food is nice, especially if you like spicy food but it is very expensive for what you get (£10 for dirty fries with chicken tikka bits on top,, £7.50 for small plate chicken tenders. Would not go again.

Went here with a large group because I’d checked ahead and there were gluten free options. I asked every vendor and they said that they cook everything in one frier and one one hot plate so extremely high risk/borderline guarantee of cross contamination. I asked them why they list gluten free options and they said because it doesn’t have gluten in it and it’s for people with a mild allergy. I understand that some kitchens have gluten free items and cannot guarantee against cross contamination, but this is not that everything is cooked in and with everything. I’m typing this alone from another restaurant whilst the rest of my party who had all already ordered during the conversation are eating together. What a wonderful night.

Great place to hang out. Friendly staff

First time visiting and was very surprised! Was fairly busy for a Tuesday afternoon. The atmosphere was nice and relaxed. The menu from different vendors was varied and plentiful. Could easily have ordered loads to try! On arrival food was lovely and good portions. Not silly prices either. Would definitely recommend a visit.

What an amazing team and amazing venue! We held a team night at the Potting Shed and it was the perfect space for us all to catch up. We grabbed some delicious food beforehand and then had drinks and a tarot reading session in the Potting Shed. We’ll return again and again!

Really enjoyed our time here. Very much an indoor street food venue. Ordering was very easy, just scan the qr code on the table. I went with the Korean fried chicken burger, followed by an ice cream sundae. Will definitely visit again.

Recently attended a friends engagement party here, it was in a separate room called the potting shed and was lovely! The food was delicious and drinks were good too! Shall definitely be going again some time soon.

Great time here with the paint along activity! Good food, good vibe and lots of fun!

Awesome place for food and/or drinks with friends

Brilliant venue, great service with the table QR codes, just what Swansea needed!

The food is amazing, and the overall experience of the place was amazing too

The food was really tasty. I had loaded fries, my partner had tacos & he said they tasted fantastic. The drinks were quickly brought to the table. Will definitely be back.

I absolutely adore this place and visit regularly and often with my big fluffy dog Juno. Atmosphere is great and service always impeccable. Food I find difficult as i was gutted when the original burger bar closed and wasn't fond of the other places but, my friends have eaten at the other places and loved it.

Nice food, great atmosphere and quick service. Not been to a place like this before but combining a number of street food outlets under one roof and letting you order from any, all online, is quite nice 👍 The only downside for me is that the food offering is quite limited and mostly far from healthy, every other option is also full of jalapenos with no option to deselect when ordering.

Fantastic little gem in the heart of Swansea. Cozy seating area with a very relaxed atmosphere. You order via the qr/nfc tag from the multiple vendors and everything is delivered to the table. We ordered from multiple vendors and the food came in no particular order making it like a tasting menu of everything you like. Will definitely be returning.

If you want something different this is it. Great food and drink from various vendors inside one big complex which is perfect for large groups. It may be easier to go up and pay at the vendor and wait a short time for the food to be brought to you rather than ordering through the suggested website.

Great set up Each table has a barcode that takes through to all the food options We choose food from Pizza Boys and Tuka Tuk and drinks from the onsite bar All ordered through the app and delivered fast and efficiently with friendly staff Great concept

1) Superb New Foodie Destination! Brilliant concept of Pop Up Kitchens/Food Trucks + Cocktail Bar + Cafe & souvenir/artisan crafts shop on site 👌 Had One Pizza (Artichoke & Olives) from Dusty's which was actually One of The Bests ever had in Swansea, burgers which been very disappointing unfortunately (way to long waiting time, food itself was full of fat and tasteless), and I took some mango-colada - interesting, refreshing but quite pricey. Modern, sort of post-industrial mixed with street art ambient made nice impression but the true JEWEL is a SERVICE! Never experienced so friendly and happy to help staff! 👏👏👏 2) Have had second visit recently during Swansea Fringe Festival and had a huge pleasure to try some stuff from Mexican themed CWITCHAS - Best Food from F&Co. now definitely 😋 More of review on Cwitchas profile! Nevertheless my impressions about a bit to high prices and wonderful of drinks didn't change at all! 3) Third visit after a year. Some changes happen: the place with souvenir shop been replaced by Vintage Clothes shop (local brand! 👍) - which is still awesome 😎 Dusty's gone and Pizza representatives become Jack's well known Pizza Boyz! We had theirs Special One 🍕 with Fig Jam on and it was as always F A.B. 🤩 We tried BWYTA Burgers as well (which took that place from someone else but we cannot remind what was there before) and we have to admit that 🍔🍔 have been looking very tasty but there was some lack of favours at the end. But fries 🍟 been pretty good 😊 True ⭐ which tooks all of ours 'ohhs - ahhs' was mango cider by Lucy's (again !) 🍺😋 Still like this place very much! 👌🙌 Definitely worth to get back and check what's new going on! 🆒

Cannot fault this place, food was awesome

Great place for impromptu work meetings!

I had chicken tikka naanwich and my son had pulled beef. They were very good and I got my hair cut as well!

It was very crowded, possibly the reason for the service being not Adequate. The food that I did try was very good, especially the Indian food.

Establecimiento acogedor muy grande y con muchas mesas, muy buen ambiente y mucha variedad de cervezas y comida es interesante visitarlo

Excellent atmosphere and food worth a visit good for groups and families casual dining experience Tuk a tuk and papa pizzeria are worth trying espcially the nanwich and wings

Staff very friendly and helpful. Food ordering site works well. Very quick service. Fantastic pizza and mexican street food. Nice touches for a birthday celebration.

Nice place but beer is far too expensive. Swansea Council squeezing businesses as usual.

Great place for food a coffee or a drink with the family. Outstanding staff and atmosphere. I

Amazing food, great coffee and a brilliant atmosphere. One of Swansea's best!

Cerys was an absolute gem with our bottomless brunch this afternoon. The best customer service in 2023! Thank you for looking after our table. Lovely venue with independent dining- perfect end to the year xx

Always a great , fun place to visit. Easy to order food on the QR code , but the bar is easier to order drinks. Good atmosphere, and seats always available even when it's busy.

We were a group of over 40 people. We chose Founders for the relaxed atmosphere and ability to order food as and when we wanted, rather than as a sit down meal. Everyone enjoyed! Will hopefully be back again for our next staff do.

Un po' pub, un po' mercato. La miglior scelta in centro per i gruppi con gusti molto diversi fra loro

Editing my last review, the place is where I like to go to chill out in town. Good food, friendly staff and plenty of seating. The small independent businesses inside are a fantastic bonus :)

Paint along here was amazing. Best mulled wine I’ve had. Can’t wait to visit again, really want to try the food.

Our grandson recommended we eat here so we took him yesterday for our evening meal. They were very busy but the lady on the door was very helpful and friendly and booked a table for us in comfortable seats, which were available when we turned up a little later. We collected drinks from the bar and ordered food at the table from 3 different places. The food arrived at almost the same time and we each enjoyed our meal. It was well run, the food was delicious and we all enjoyed the experience. Would highly recommend trying it! Good choice Max!

Great trip to Founders & Co. Great atmosphere and food.

Fabulous place for a party. Can choose multiple different types of food and both the food and drink is brought to your table. Decor is nice. Drinks can be expensive though.

Founders is a wonderful venue, with a good selection of top-notch street food options. Coffee and cake is excellent, as is the bar. They have a number of bookable breakout rooms that can be rented. Atmosphere is similarly really rather good, and they host some fantastic events. Can't recommend the place highly enough.

Lovely atmosphere, good for drinks with colleagues and for a coffee while working from home/doing work

Great food, quick, reasonably priced, good staff

One of my favourite places in Swansea. Whether you're having a date night, meeting friends, spending time with family or having a work night out, this is the go to place. There's a great atmosphere and being able to order from different cuisines is fantastic. Drink selection is amazing too.

We had a lovely time here the weekend for a friends birthday. I didn't realise you could reserve part of it, which is good to know! They have a variety of food options i.e Itlaian, Mexican, Indian. My only qualm is some of the food is overpriced (in my oponion), considering size / flavour / location. I do think some things aren't worth what you pay. Drinks are also a little pricey, but what isn't these days? Would recommend, lovely decor and a great atmosphere each time I've been.

Fantastic place.. Great selection of food and drink

A fantastic place to go. Brilliant atmosphere, the staff are friendly and attentive, great customer service. Food is fab and a great variety. We went before an Arena gig and it was perfect for pre concert food and drinks. Book in advance as it is a popular choice. Looking forward to returning.

Lovely food here, with little waiting time.

Food was nice Easy to order from the table

Been twice now, both times were really pleased by the food. Good vegan options and really lovely atmosphere.

Great atmosphere and food. Would've been better if there had been more gluten free options for those with gluten intolerance.

Had an amazing time they did Octoberfest great night

We paid this place a visit to attend an art show with the Paint Along Lady. The event itself was absolutely fantastic and will be reviewed separately but the concept of this bar is brilliant. One place to meet and drink with friends plus an array of food menus to choose from. We had pizza from the Pizza Boys and loved it. Great place and will be back soon 🍕

Food was really good! Beer a little bit on the pricey side at over 6 quid a pint but overall I'd recommend founder's and co

Lovely food and nice ambience, must try if you are visiting Swansea.

Visited Founders & Co a few weeks ago for a works night out. I had a lovely night & service was great!!! 🙂 2 little negatives that unfortunately haven't allowed me to give a 5* on each option would be - Firstly I requested no peppers on my food & it was served with them, so I had to pick them off & the second is the music was quite loud for a place that served food but I do agree that is totally personal preference on that matter. Other than that, I would definitely recommend anyone to visit!! The choice & quality of food is brilliant & the service, even when it's busy, is bloody great 👌 😀 I will definitely be back with colleagues & friends!

Enjoy it all. I would recommend a visit. Lots going on there.

The location and concept of the emporium is amazing. The service is good and everything can be done from the table to the table. Prices are slightly high and my Hoisin duck pizza was blackened and burnt on the base all over. A sign that the pizza wasn’t lifted and moved during cooking. Very poor. Overall a good night out with 50 of us.

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Founders in Swansea, and I must say, it was quite a delightful experience! The highlight of my meal was undoubtedly the mouthwatering burger accompanied by the crispy and perfectly seasoned onion rings. The burger itself was a true masterpiece. Cooked to perfection, it boasted a juicy and flavorful patty, sandwiched between a soft, toasted bun. The combination of high-quality ingredients and thoughtful seasoning made every bite a burst of deliciousness. The burger was accompanied by a variety of fresh toppings, allowing me to customize it to my liking. Now, let's talk about those onion rings! Oh boy, they were a crispy sensation. Each ring was coated in a light and airy batter that provided a satisfying crunch with every bite. The onions inside were tender and sweet, perfectly complementing the crispy exterior. It was a heavenly balance of textures and flavors. The ambiance at Founders was relaxed and inviting, with friendly staff members who were attentive and accommodating. They made sure that my dining experience was enjoyable from start to finish, adding to the overall positive impression. Although my experience was nearly flawless, I'm giving Founders a four-star rating because of the app booking system wasn’t the best. However, this didn't overshadow the wonderful food and friendly atmosphere that I encountered. Founders is definitely a place worth visiting if you're in the mood for a delicious burger and scrumptious onion rings. I will surely be returning to explore more of their menu offerings.

Great bar. Loads of good drinks on offer. There are also 4 street food vendors serving amazing food

1st visit to Swansea, and we had lunch here. Service and choice of food and drinks was excellent. We were surprised that it was almost empty on a Sunday lunch time even though there were a lot of people around.

Lovely coffee house and bar that provides a great variety of food and drinks. Offers pop up vintage clothes shops and dog meet-up events.

I've been to Founders & Co. a few times now and every time I've been impressed. My latest visit included hiring The Potting Shed as a function room and it was aboslutely fantastic. A great little room we had all to ourselves, and yet were still able to access the amazing food and drink and all served to us so quickly by some amazing staff. And they allow dogs!!! Honestly I cannot recommend Founders & Co and The Potting Shed enough - absolutely fabulous! 10/10!

Great cocktails, great service, food court is amazing. Staff are a vibe. Always a go to when Wind street is full of Uni students.

First cwtchinitas is such a cute name but most importantly, these were the best tacos I've had outside of Mexico, can't recommend enough