Fulgoni John St Porthcawl in Bridgend

Sad day today as this establishment closes for good. Thanks to Bas...Pauline....Mark and their staff for the service throughout the decades. Large breakast and coffee with toast £8.50.

Grandaughter moved to wales and this is our 3rd visit unable to find 2nd visit but have now put postcode memory. Again fantastic breakfast great tea and coffee and brilliant staff. Our place for breakfast on visiting again.

Called today for lunch food was ok and prices ok, but the toilet wasn’t very clean and could do with update and my wife had a look in the kitchen and she said that also could do with a good clean

Customer service here is absolutely appalling!! Not by people behind the till but by the kitchen staff, we eat here regular and couldn’t believe my partner got spoken to the way he did today and this isn’t the first time it’s happened

We visited this restaurant on a day out to Porthcawl to meet up with friends . Walking in was like entering a time zone of the 1960s . We didn’t have to wait long before being served, the staff were friendly, the coffee was good and when we saw the piping hot plate of food, we decided to have lunch . There is a special each day the choice was beef or turkey dinner or com beef pie. My beef dinner arrived piping hot with Yorkshire pud loads of good veg and great roast potatoes . A word of caution – unless you have an awesome appetite for the small meal, the small meal is really a big meal, so I don’t know what the large is like . I have no complaints about this restaurant the meal was value for money and I’ll definitely go there again . Thank you to the staff and Owners for the great experience.

Decided to try this traditional cafe. Wish I had never entered. Went with a family member. Spent £16 on two ham egg and chips and two teas. Deco is as old as I am. Shabby. Young man didn't really care about his customers as he had his headphone in one ear. £6.50 for ham egg and chips. Basically my 15 year old could cook better chips then the cook in this place. Photo available with this review. Where's the bucket after I left. Felt sick an hour so after leaving. Plenty of ham and a good egg though chips were mushy skinny and just awful. Never go back to even try anything else on the menu....even my family member regretted her meal as well....you could put up with old decor if the food was tidy but no. No more said. Avoid avoid avoid

We called in while on our way to a pub for lunch and was given a table straight away. Our order was taken and we were served dinner within minutes. We had a delicious beef dinner with Yorkshire pud and veg. Definitely value for money. Will be returning again soon.

We stopped in porthcawl for the night in our campervan And then on our first morning here went on search for somewhere for breakfast and asked one of the locals where to go They sent us to Fulgonis Cafe I cant explain in words how good the breakfast was probably the best one we’ve had in years Great food Great staff Lovely clean cafe Will be back one day Thankyou

A great full English for us all and which catered for our coeliac son! Walk towards the coop and it’s just nearby. Staff very friendly and efficient. Highly recommend

Called here on 19/09/20 for breakfast. Very disappointed as bacon was fatty and tastes like it had been deep fried. Place was packed, which was not an issue. Food was not good.

Had a meal here and was very disapointed all round, I will never go here again. There a far nicer places to eat in Porthcawl than Fulgoni's, Beales Restaurant down the road from the fairground is much better.

A family run business , serving everything from Home made Icecream to Sunday lunches , Breakfasts , and Tea and coffee , Always a smile from the friendly staff , and a good sized free car park for customers .

Traditional seaside cafe/restaurant,. Good food, clean, reasonable prices. Convenient for business stops.

Called in yesterday with a disabled lady I work for to get some lunch Was busy as usual Sat at a table that had 2 empty glasses on it Seconds later was approached by the owner I think his name is Boris. He asked did we want any thing else. I said that we hadn't ordered and were waiting to be served He said in a loud aggressive manner that we weren't supposed to sit at a table that hadn't been cleaned. I said I didn't realise that. He then shouted there's a sign up at the counter stating that. I replied I was looking for a seat and not a sign and that his customer service manner was abysmal. If I had been on my own I would have left , but the lady I was with has mobility issues and cannot walk far. So I remained there. Two ladies who were sitting on a nearby table approached me and said that he was rude and abrupt in his manner towards them. What on earth is the matter with the man we are spending good money there. Must say that the girls who served us were lovely. I just pity them working for someone like him. The food was good nothing exceptional. Other places do it with a smile and welcome. Certainly wont be going back there.

The only place in town that gets a queue out the door waiting to be seated! And there's a reason. Simple, fresh, reasonably priced food, always the same, and always good. That's why the business has lasted so long.

Friendly staff and lovely homemade food. We stopped for breakfast on this occasion. Really good quality ingredients, cooked well. In fact, we all agreed that it was the best breakfast we'd had in a long time!

Well reading the reviews im beginning to wonder if its the same place we visited.Had to queue which wasnt really a problem as we required a table for four.Frankly it was like being in a timewarp.It was so dated and cramped.The waitress was friendly enough took our orders we all decided on a roast lunch.The plates were small which made you look as though the meal was huge , it was enough to be fair .It was a basic mediocre roast pork lunch.Decided on desserts 2 blackcurrant tarts and custard and 2sundaes.The tart was unavailable so had what we were told was apple and blackberry but was aplle .A portion in a small dish with hot custard .had i been blindfolded id not know what it was other than hot ! Tastless tart no sugar and bland custard.The meal was with a drink 12 pounds which is very reasonable however id have preferred to pay 20 pounds and have enjoyed it.It was very similar to hospital meals no salt or sugar edible but not enjoyable.However it obviously is popular but i suspect with people who only eat basic plain fare.But if its not broke why fix it? It appears to have been similar if not exact since the day it opened.

really good value for money.Piping hot Home cooked food good choice of menu also for children. often choice of Beef turkey and corned beef pie daily. Wider choice on menu. Excellent service never wait for long cheerful staff. Very central for town and buses stop almost outdoes hop off for coffee or lunch.Very popular with the locals.

Testament to the Fulgoni s cafe / restaurant , is the queue for their Sunday lunches , open everyday early morning to late afternoon , for good food Coffee and Ice Cream .

Had lunch here today staff very friendly lovely home cooked food at very good value for money will visit again thanks x

A Porthcawl institution, and its food is good and the staff are wonderful and clearly love their jobs. But its trading on its past. This place could be such a draw..it has the same sort of legacy as the Kardomah in Swansea, and should be protected/listed in the same way, but its owners seemingly do not wish to invest, which is such a pity - it could be so much more. As other reviewers have mentioned, a complete weeks close down for a deep clean and bit of TLC would work wonders. Please, please don't let this gem just fade away, or worse be shut down due to poor hygiene and the site be 'redeveloped' for flats.

Friendly staff good food and reasonable price but place could do with a refit and deep clean. Oh and the bold guy needs to be better with the customers also as he can come across as quite rude.

On first glance this place is a preserved time capsule from the 60s but when you sit down and really take in everything you can see the building is very run down and hasn't seen any investment in a very long time. The feature hardwood ceiling is badly bowed over the counter with signs of water damage. Nothing looks very clean.

Food was good but this place really needs a bit of work and freshen up it’s a bit off putting and toilets not great at all

whole family had breakfast on arrival to porthcawl and was delighted with the service we received!!! Very friendly lady and great food!! Will definitely be stopping again!!! 👍👌😀

The cafe could really do with a freshen up, still reminds me of the seventies and eighties but disappointed they didn't sell their own ice cream. Food simple but as tasty as ever. Queues outside for tablevsays it's still as popular as ever and provides excellent value for money.

Fulgoni one the best in town and they ice cream, and the food excellent value and service one of the best I love they food and the staff are very friendly

A typical seaside restaurant. Quality food and drink, reasonably priced served by traditional hard working staff. It has been here since Porthcawl was first a seaside holiday break destination, in the capable ownership of an Italian family, who have also been here for ever. It has stood the test of time, so no doubt will continue for ever....

We were having a visit to porthcawl and were in need of a hot coffee and a warm. We called into Fulgoni cafe and ordered 3 coffees and sandwiches, the coffee was very good and sandwiches were very good with very nice fresh bread. We all enjoyed our snacks, The staff were all very friendly and accommodating. This is a very nice place to call into for a meal.

We have been several times for a Sunday lunch which we always find very good. It shows how good the meals are, as it is always very busy. There is just one thing that can be improved on, We can be sat there 10-15 minutes before we are served. The girls are very friendly with people they know but as we are not that regular I find we are left until last. Please improve on this.

Great service, welcoming and decent cafe food. Very reasonable too. Even though the restaurant was busy the food came quickly.

The food taste the best and value for money and excellent for Family for a day out at the sea and shopping at the town lots to do , and also the fair and the sea

One daughter had cooked dinner and myself , husband and younger daughter had cooked breakfast amazing x. X

Such a friendly place a decent mug of tea. The food is delicious especially the roast dinners. We visit here everytime we visit porthcawl would highly recommend.

La comida siempre fresca personal educado siempre completos después de la comida recomiendo 👍 siempre la cena se sirve la verdura caliente y fresco

Otro dispositivo en la historia de Porthcawl. Su receta de helado es un secreto de familia bien cuidado. El restaurante es un poco viejo y destartalado, pero es todavía vale la pena una visita.

Someone took me here once and I had a coffee because I didn't like the look of the food when I saw it being served. The coffee was the weakest, cheapest worst tasting drink I'd ever had - it didn't cost much but it was drinkable so in order to be polite, I asked for it 'to go' and I was given a plastic cup which had a crack in it so the coffee burnt my hand!

Primero visitamos alrededor de 18 años y que ahora regularmente fulgonis para una cena de asado entre semana o domingo de cada par de semanas cuando nos visite Porthcawl. La cola de la puerta de salida de la mitad del tiempo, pero siempre nos espera para el sabor de una encantadora casa de comida casera, tendemos a ir más tarde de la hora de comer pero antes 2. 30 como se cierra 3. 30. Sin duda reformas como decoración no ha cambiado en más de 18 años, pero el personal es encantador y amable, un negocio familiar, y sé que la gente venga por ahí.

Me gusta Fulgoni, siempre tienen y que tiene un lugar en el corazón y recuerdos de alguien trajo en Porthcawl. Recuerdo el restaurante, donde está ubicado, siendo construido en los comienzos de los años 70 y para ser honestos, casi no ha cambiado desde entonces. Perdona, el viejo adagio "si no está roto, no lo arregles" vienen a la mente. Se sirve el mejor helado de la ciudad.

Been meaning to try this place for a while and will definitely be back. Good food, excellent value for money and frequented by locals - what more can I say!

Great food especially the famous ice cream made with butter.. The food is great and reasonably priced.. The ice cream is amazing a cross between a sorbe and a standard ice cream. Can get very busy at certain times and last order for food is 2.45 pm ... worth a visit if only for the ice cream. There is a car park for the restaurant.

Plenty to eat. Small breakfast is more than enough. Fast service and waitresses reallr friendly. Toast can be white or brown

Went here with my daughter for breakfast and couldn't fault it. Good value for money and the staff were more than welcoming. Will definitely be returning !!!

Met my hubby there for lunch. I had cheese salad sandwich on brown bread. Delicious. Hubby had small beef dinner, he said the cabbage is great. Really busy and somtimes you have to que, but worth it. The owners are very friendly. It even has a car park and outside eating atea

Was grunted at when I asked for a bacon sandwich to take away, though the staff seemed very friendly to what must have been regular eldetly eaters at the establishment.Very poor customer service, then again, they do say "if you pay peanuts".

Want last weekend lovely cooked dinner as usual.Really enjoyed very busy but dinner was served in good time.

Have had many nice things to eat here, mainly fish and chips and sausage and chips. The drinks are fine but the teapots are a little small. We have had many ice creams from here and usually find them very nice. Have had some cakes that I have chosen unwisely but all are fresh and nice. The shop is in a seaside town and it specialises in ice cream and fish and chips. Never had roast dinner but have had burgers and other snacks. Reasonably priced, clean and staff have always been friendly to us.

Best breakfast in Porthcawl . . . and the nicest people. Lunchtime meals are excellent too. Really good portions. Wouldn't go anywhere else. Lynne W

always loved there ice cream shame they have not got so many outlets as they used to but at least you can still get it here

The place was busy with people waiting to get in. I ordered the roast been dinner. I t was disgusting. The 'cabbage' was a dollop of soggy mush, the frozen runner beans had been cooked beyond death, the gravy was obviously instant stuff which didn't taste nice at all and the Yorkshire pudding was a soggy blob.The one boiled potato and frozen peas were ok - not wonderful, but ok as was the wafer thin beef.I told the person who cleared the table it was by far the worse cooked dinner I had ever been served - he must have known something was wrong as he took back far more than was eaten. When I went to pay I again complained and the woman who was taking the money she almost became aggressive and said they had to be doing something right as there were people waiting to come in. I was also told that I was the only person to have EVER complained - I cannot believe that...

Sidolis is better, but this is ok for a quick hamburger, chips, and tea. It's at the top end of John St, and there is little to do nearby, as most people go down John Street, nearer "The porthcawl beach", which is not the beach to go to unless you love playing in unsafe rocks, and treacherous high water surf.

Good food at good prices and in my opinion has the best chips around. You must try their roast dinner's, I can't manage to finish a large though. Very popular, so be prepared to queue at peak times, but it's well worth the wait.

As a child we used to visit Fulgonis as a treat, today my wife and I called in there for ice cream, what disappointment must be the poorest I have ever tasted well tasteless would be more appropriate, white ice no taste what a disappointment shattered childhood dreams never again

Proper old school cafe. We had the league breakfast and large it was, completely set us up for the day! Very clean and very friendly staff. Will definitely be visiting again! I've been told Sunday dinner is good too.

Been visiting here for years! Family run cafe. Fabulous staff especially one I think her name is jo! Lovely home cut chips, a big chunk of plaice. And the most tasty bread and butter. Nothing is to much trouble here and they will do their utmost to help you. If you want no nonsense food at a great price come here. See you all again soon.

Lovely food helpful staff.. we often stop here for coffee and a snack. I think it's the nicest cafe in Porthcawl

You can see from my previous review of this restaurant that I was once quite the fan but after my last experience I won't be visiting this place ever again. Arrived at 14:30 on a Saturday afternoon and was met at the door by one of the rudest individuals I've ever had the misfortune of meeting. We were basically told to sling our hook because the individual wanted to watch the rugby. The diner was well populated at that moment and some customers were just being served. When we asked if the gentleman was joking he turned his back on us and started chatting to people eating.What a way to run a business and what an absolute prat that seems to run this dive.Glad to say that Wales lost the rugby and he has lost a valued customer!AVOID!

We visited Fulgoni on our visit to Porthcawl to meet our sister in law on her visit from Accrington Lancs.We had a lovely home cooked pork dinner just like mother used to cook.The cafe is very popular with local people and is always a good sign.We enjoy visiting Porthcawl often to get some sea air, and visit to Fulgoni is always a must.

Well established family cafe.The food is excellent and reasonably priced. All staff are so friendly and obliging ....special mention to Pat, Jo and Charlene and Cath. The best local cafe in town by a mile!

This place is just bog standard café food but its top notch! This is not Fine diner or Posh café this is just a locals café where all the staff are friendly and polite. If you go you I suggest you try the ice-cream as it is home made and beats another ice cream you will ever eat in your life! Also top marks for the Extra Thick Toast!

Have been using Fulgonis for 50 odd years ! Portion sizes very generous and we'll presented. Fruit tarts and ice cream still unbeatable after all these years.

Best cooked dinners in the area. Cooked perfect, cabbage is perfect. Fast and friendly service. Been going there for 28 years and have never had bad service or food.

A touch of class. A place to have a glass of wine with your food instead of a pint. Good service and a warm welcome awaits you enjoy.

I would have to say that I had the best fry up of my life at Fulgoni's, I'll be going back soon. Highly recommend!

Visited here with family for a lunch. My mum had the roast dinner, my dad, wife and little boy had egg and chips with bread and butter. All my family enjoyed their meals, the waitress was very friendly and chatty with my little boy, good service. I must mention my meal....I had the corned beef pie with chips and peas and gravy. It was one of the most hearty home cooked meals I have ever had, it was superb. I recommend this just for the gravy. The Gravy was absolutely gorgeous, and the portion sizes in comparison with the price was fantastic. Highly recommend this place.

Went for Sunday lunch 14th June it used to be a nice place to eat well think it's changed hands the meal was terrible the cabbage was like mush looked like dried peas it was so over cooked the beef was tasteless and as thin as paper all the veg was way over cooked and the gravy was like tar would not recommend. Use to be served by waiters with nice white shirt and dark trousers was serverd with a man in scruffy shorts and trainers

Fulgonis is not quite as good as it was 50 years ago, but it'sstill tasty! I think they should use more real dairy, and have optional, higher priced, waffle cones.

My wife and I went here today whilst we were in porthcawl for the afternoon decided to go here as my wife use to come here some few yrs ago we ordered two cokes and two carvery the waitress fetched glasses which had gravy streaks On,I went up and changed whilst my wife was half way through her carvery she moved the beef and low and behold there was hair on plate which put her right off her dinner told waiter but he didn't seem interested at all on leaving noticed they only had a two rating will not be going back there

Apart from being personal friends with the owners (grew up with them) this is by far the best ice cream I've ever come across. This is a do not miss ice cream.

This is our regular go to for a cheap and cheerful good value meal.We have enjoyed breakfasts, proper cheese on toast, cooked dinners and salads. All have been served quickly and the waitresses are helpful. Recently we have started taking our granddaughter who likes to feed herself while dropping some on the floor and seats, they are always helpful getting and sorting a baby seat and even though I try to clear any mess they stop and do it instead.

Went to fulgonis on Saturday,treated by my mum and we were welcomed by the staff as we know some of them quite well. Got to our seat and waited at least 5 -10 minutes to be served, a bit disappointing as we were hungry!when our food came which was like 25 mins later,it was delicious!never been disappointed with the food at fulgonis,only bad part was that they forgot my mothers Yorkshire!so we had to ask for one!also they don't wipe their glasses so would never use it!other than that,had a wonderful lunch and will go back!

All my life my opinion (and craving) for their unique ice-cream has never changed. Food is average to good, prices very reasonable but the real attraction is the ice-cream which is specially made only there and cannot be had anywhere else on the planet. For this reason alone I have to give it my five stars!

Visited on Saturday mid day, 23rd August 2014. Very dissapointed and left before ordering as we were unable to find anything on the meagre lunch menu that was without chips that was not a salad. Although restaurant was only half full we had to wait too long for a menu to look at (which finally appeared when I got up and requested one and another customer had completed ordering.It would appear the owners are playing to the masses as cheaply and easily as possible. This used to be a friendly, clean and pleasant place to go for a snack or lunch, but that was not my impression. It felt just like a tired transport cafe.I think this once popular establishment is on it's last legs. Shape up Fulgoni's there's no excuses for such a bad impression.Kaye & Peter

A family run restaurant who offer good value for money. Pleasant and quick service with traditional British fare

I haven't eaten in the restaurant so can't comment on the food, but the kiosk up Rest Bay is still making the best ice cream I've ever tasted, hasn't changed in over 40 years.

we visited last week food poor the place was half empty the the health rating has droped to two we are going to try the pub over the road next time come on fulgonis get your act together.

Right on the edge of the shopping street, this is a traditional Welsh/Italian cafe, providing good, quick, tasty food at a reasonable price. Coffee is tasty and the ice cream is locally made. This cafe has been here for ever and will probably always be there.

Popped in this popular cafe for lunch with family that had come down from the Midlands, it was like something from the 70's.Grotty, Grubby, plastic tablecloths dirty cutlery, full of old people & the place stunk of fried food.DONT waste your money here !!Pop across road to the pub million times better establishment & quality food.

I visit this small family run cafe most days, and can genuinely say I've never had a bad meal. From cooked dinners with real beef gravy to massive cooked breakfasts, (thick toast with real butter)you won't get a better tasting or better value meal anywhere else!! They also do traditional homemade ice cream made on site which is delicious ( none of that mr whippy rubbish here). The staff are friendly, and always happy to help. This cafe gets busy and these girls work hard but still make you feel welcome and looked after. I wouldn't eat anywhere else and a lot of my friends feel the same .....

went to fulgoni's this weekend normaly good service and food but was served by the owner he was pleasant to start with but we went to clarify somthing he was very rude not the attitude you would expect from the owner if he wasnts to keep his customers he needs to change his attitude shame really as the cooked dinner is great there even though they only got 2 rating on the food hygeine rating cert.sorry but that was the last time i will ever go in there think you need to look after your customers esp as its hard times for bussiness not speak to them like dirt on your shoe.

Great fish & Chips good value seems to be the place to go had to queue to get in, very busy. Worth the wait and the queue. Traditional cafe with old style decor and utensils but great......can't beat old school. Everybody seems to go here including the locals.

i have been going to fulgoni"s for about twelve years off and on and i have never enjoyed food so much... sunday dinner is my favourite meal to date! would recommend it if you like good homecooked food fulgoni"s is your place to go :)

This may not be the best looking cafe in the world but its certainly makes up for it in their cooking. Great value food and fantastic made onsite Ice Cream. The old saying They Dont Make Them Like this anymore comes to mind. My mother last went over 30 years ago or more and she thinks the standard of food continues to this day.

Been going to Fulgonis whenever we get the chance to holiday in Porthcawl, every year I'm treated to the greatest breakfast known to man. Fantastic food, friendly staff and delicious coffee, can't wait to visit again!

I go to this small family run caf most weekends for a great breakfast!! Door stop toast smothered in real butter you can't get better than this!, the homemade dairy ice cream is to die for!

1st of all yes it is a bit dated here but dont let that put you off. Staff are lovely, its clean and excellent value. I have been going here for about 15 years and the food is fantastic. Good ice cream too. Defo worth a try!

this place serves good food the sunday lunch is top class on the down side the deco is dated and the staff ware a miss match of uniforms witch is a pity but don't let this put you of .