Griffin Inn in Powys - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

Very friendly staff and atmosphere. Food was great and very good portions. Even provided lunch for our dog.

Yesterday (22nd. November) was our first visit to The Griffin and as soon as we walked in we experienced a warm welcome enhanced by the warmth from the log fire in the bar. We were taken to a table and handed the menus which were more extensive than expected. The service was always with a smile and timely ensuring that the food and plates arrived nice and hot. My “Lamb’s liver+bacon+mash+veg:” selected from the day’s ‘Specials’ blackboard was delicious. The two ladies accompanying me had the Pork Escalopes from the main menu and declared them to be really excellent. Afterwards, although a ‘macchiato’ was not on the list of available coffees, the lady serving us offered to try and make two. The first attempt was not quite right but the second attempt was perfect. Our lunch at the Griffin was a very last minute decision due to the Wye Knot Stop café opposite being closed (despite their website saying otherwise) and as it turned out, we were pleased that they were. It was due to the efforts of those who served us and especially those working in the kitchen that our lunches at The Griffin were so very enjoyable . . . so it’s a “Hvala” from Croatia.

Went out for my mother’s birthday and found the service extremely poor were the only table in at the time (early evening) and found it as we were being rushed through our food wouldn’t be left alone by the waitress also found her extremely rude. And when we thought it wasn’t going to get any worse when our food arrived it was burnt and over cooked, my mother and grandmother and my little cousin were still eating as they started to take plates away even my cousins plate as he picked up his last bite not even had a chance to chew before the plate was taken, again made us feel like we were being rushed out. The waitress just came across as she just didn’t want to be there, we were not offered dessert we had to go up to the bar to request it, my cousins felt so rushed that they left early before dessert. Me and my family found the whole experience extremely disappointing and will not be returning.

We have passed by this venue also on a weekly basis. What a lovely inn with a great old day style. We were given a warm welcome by the young lady behind the bar. Service was very calm and laid back and our orders taken promptly. Small but varied menu. Food came in a timely fashion and was nice was of good quality. Food is reasonable price.

My family and I were a party of 12 celebrating my husbands 60th bday. We had sunday lunch/starters/pudd. The service and food was excellent. Would definitely recommend.

A lovely evening in this friendly unassuming pub. Great atmosphere and very good beers, home made steak pie which husband said was delicious and very nice pork escalope, reasonably priced. Had a game of Scrabble afterwards, no pressure to leave , was lovely. Friendly locals, dog friendly. Don't be put off by the no frills exterior, it's very atmospheric inside.

Went for Sunday lunch and it was awful. Everything on the plate was either re-heated or from a freezer bag. One carrot, one parsnip (frozen), watery gravy. Service was even worse…AVOID

Good friendy service. Good choice still available at 2pm. We had booked and needed to it was busy.. perfect food, local produce nicely cooked.

Very friendly pub restaurant We had lunch on our way to Cardiff Good choice of beers and excellent menu. Food was excellent And we will go back next time

A Great Pub and restaurant again! Percy Haines - a young and energetic modern publican has taken on this iconic pub after a long closure and turned it into a wonderful heart of this local community. The beer is exceptionally well managed, you get a friendly reception from our host and his staff and the food is excellent. The menu has a good variety of choices and the food is well presented and is delicious. I am actually staying and the rooms are traditional but spotlessly clean and have everything you need and they represent very good value for money. It is just great to see a local young man setting the trend and reviving this pub to restore life in the community. First Class!

Several items on the menu not available, including the only vegetarian option. Food took over an hour to arrive, and that was after having to ask. Other diners arriving after us were served first. When the food did arrive, it wasn't worth the wait. A few slices of beef swimming in an industrial gravy slick, a few soft roast potatos, boiled broccoli, a dehydrated Yorkshire pudding, and some mushy cauliflower cheese. But after such a long wait, I ate what I could. No real apology or explanation apart from it had been "manic" even though the dining room was far from full. I would have been embarrased to charge anything except for the drinks.

It must be said at the outset that we visited the Griffin during the Hay festival and the place was full.We decided to visit after seeing some of the photos of the menu. Lovely welcome from a young girl .The place is full of character and clean.It was a limited menu perhaps due to the festival. The starter was acceptable.The main meal , roast beef dinner ,when it finally arrived, was disappointing. It had already been noted that others that had ordered after us had already been served. A nearby table had their main meal served before their starters! A long wait was not a problem but the fact that the roast potatoes were inedible was a problem.One could not cut them and part of both potatoes had been burnt. The roast parsnip was burnt in part but not so hard that you could not cut it.The beef was edible and so was the well boiled broccoli.A huge disappointment but also disappointed when one drew this to the attention of management there was no apology or expression of regret but simply thank you for letting us know and we shall draw it to the attention of the kitchen staff.

We visited wales as a group of 50 year old men and a well behaved dog. .The sun shone and we made the 45 minute journey to the griffin to sit in the sun and have a lovely time.The idea was for the 7 of us to have a lovely picture postcard day in a typical country pub.All looked well..the sun shone....plenty of space in the carpark ...then we noticed "no dogs allowed in beer garden" ....absolutely gutted...we sat at the front which can only be likened to an intersection in downtown bombay for motorcycle noise.. a few of us visited the empty beer garden to dream of what could have been and it's an absolute oasis compared to the paris to Dakar rally vibe that you get out the front. Please dont get me wrong I'm not a rabid dog fan that cant see sense but I couldn't understand why they would ban dogs from a lovely rural empty beer garden.

We stayed at the Griffin Inn on a Wowcher offer, for two nights. We ate at the pub both nights and the food was excellent. All the staff were very friendly and helpful our only Disappointment was the room we were given, it left a lot to be desired we are guessing it was because we were on the Wowcher deal. Room 6

Typical Welsh pub, great food selection and cosy atmosphere! We also had the bonus of the Welsh local choir singing at the bar!

I have previously visited the Griffin some 25 years ago. By chance we were in the locality and decided to pop in for lunch. A wise decision to say the least. We were welcomed warmly and the food and beer was of a good standard. What really made the visit memorable was that our daughter really enjoyed the atmosphere as she is not renowned as a pub / restaurant person. Well worth the visit.

We booked here whilst staying in a cottage nearby. The staff were friendly and showed us to our table along with our little dog. We were advised by a lovely helpful staff member that they were expecting a large party to enable us to get...

Had a lovely weekend staying here with friends and our dogs. what an amazing hidden gem of a place. The rooms were comfortable and clean, the food was outstanding, many of our group had dietary requirements, all of which were catered for at lunch, dinner...

Found The Griifin a bit by accident and what a happy occasion. Two visits so far. Pet friendly (we have two dogs). The rooms are clean and comfortable. And the food is really very good with the vegan options actually astonishing. The food cooked by...

We decided to try The Griffin Inn Llyswen as we haven't been since it was refurbished. Lovely place, easily accessible. The food was fabulous, the portions considerable, the service was excellent. Needless to say we've just re-booked which I would recommend as they were busy...

What a great place . You really should visit if your ever nearby . We went for a drink on a lunchtime + were made to feel so welcome by Percy . We decided to eat there in the evening after checking out the Menu...

De bediening was heel vriendelijk en de service was snel! Veel keuze uit bier van de tap maar ook andere...

This is a friendly local pub with decent space inside and good hygiene. The beer is good and the food tries hard to please. Better to arrive on foot, parking is difficult and outdoor space is also limited. They don't have a proper garden

Brilliant pub in the heart of the village. A bar full of locals and plenty of happy diners, great choice of drinks and menu is full of options that suits everyone. We always bring our guests here and recommend it to others. Specials are always...

We travel down to Cardiff quite often and was so thrilled to learn that The Griffin had reopened and we stopped there for a meal on Friday 17th June 2022 . Looked on line and photographs of food ware amazing . We were very disappointed...

I had a 3 night stay at the Griffin which was buzzing with local life and warm, comfortable and welcoming. The menu of homemade food wholesome and sooooo tasty. Thank you to Percy and the team - I would love to come back!

I visited the Griffin, for dinner with friends last night,and we were absolutely delighted with the experience! The food was delicious,well presented and very reasonably priced for the quality. The wine list was also impressive, and we found exactly what we were looking for. The...

This is an old fashioned country pub that does meals. We stopped here for a short break at lunchtime while traveling around the area. As you know at lunch time many places are not prepared to just sell you a coffee. They expect to sell...

We (2 couples) had a 3 night stay & we all really enjoyed our break. We were offered a very good deal for bed & continental breakfast & we also ate there on 2 out of the 3 nights. The breakfast was adequate with cereal,...

Just eaten a perfectly cooked roast lamb lunch with a lovely selection of vegetables. Friendly and attentive staff who know what they're doing and serve your meal with a smile. Great choice of puddings, well kept real ale, a pleasurable experience. Looking forward to our...

Had a lovely meal Sunday roast and enormous and delicious desserts. Very generous portion size good value for money. Friendly and attentive staff. We live locally and our first visit this year. Best meal we've had there so far, will be bringing family back.

Great little pub with a fabulous atmosphere. I've eaten here a few times and the food and service are always fantastic. Sunday roasts are great and worth visiting for.

Absolutely superb. Could NOT fault it. Home made Sunday lunch comprising fresh home roasted beef or lamb. Freshly cooked veg comprising carrots, green beans, broccoli, parsnip, cauliflower cheese, fresh tasty roast potatoes, beautiful home made gravy made from the meat juices and the loveliest homemade...

Spent a couple of hours in the Griffin inn on Wednesday afternoon and had haddock and chips. The batter had just been made fresh and was so Crispy and was delicious and the fish was amazing. I would definitely recommend anyone to go pay them...

Booked a table for two one Sunday evening. Travelled 10 miles to arrive by 18:00. We were presented what appeared to be the lunch menu. I say this because it said so. The waitress said everything is on other than the ‘fish & chips’. We...

Driven passed so many times when the place was closed so took the opportunity to stop for a pint now it has been beautifully refurbished. A great range of beers and a good looking menu. I'll be back soon to try the food.

Have passed through Llyswen on many occasions but this time we stayed for a few days in the village. Visited the pub twice-once for middays beers and the other for evening meal. Both times the staff were very attentive and friendly. Couple of nice draughty...

We are local to the pub and visit every two or three weeks. Often you don't think to review a local place. However have never had a bad meal. The place itself is charming, a proper village pub. The staff are really welcoming and professional....

A comfortable characterful pub with good menu. Not all chips!, We ate curry and spaghetti arrabiatta, fresh, hot and delicious.

Had two lovely stops here over the weekend. Very friendly good service. Looked after us & our dog very well. Good selection of drinks and very nice food. Enjoyed it very much. Staff member Isobel was particularly helpful & friendly. Thanks all.

The room on fist impression was a little old fashioned however the bed linen and towels were fresh and crisp.. Bed was very comfortable. The log burner in the bar area was very welcoming along with Percy and the staff.. Food was homemade and of...

We recently visited here for dinner one evening on our way home from Brecon. There were quite stringent Covid restrictions which made us feel quite safe. There were transparent curtains between tables as well. The owner was very helpful and catered to all our needs....

Stayed using wowcher deal and brill value at £99 for two nights b+b with a bottle of Prosecco thrown in. Comfortable. Good pub underneath. Attentive staff. Only let down by confusion over whether we had paid upfront and the £10 off the meal voucher. Having...

My husband and I had a great evening meal after walking up Pen y Fan and Corn Du! All the tables were separated by clear plastic sheeting which gave a relaxed feel to things, and the service was excellent. We had a good chicken curry.

Greeted by the wonderful Manager Percy at the Griffin Inn, all the covid guidelines are in place with spaces in-between the tables, a one way system and anti bac stations etc, saying that it still has a very cosy feel inside and has lost no...

I randomly booked the holiday for a break for me and my girlfriend and was beyond pleasantly surprised when we turned up. You never know what your really going to get when you turn up somewhere and The Griffin Inn is somewhere i would recommended...

The takeaway food service is amazing. The collection time is always spot on and the food is always delicious, as always. It has been lovely on a Saturday night to be able to have a takeaway from our local pub. The Sunday lunch takeaway which we have also had has lovely fresh vegetables, with lovely tender meat and still hot when we arrive back home a mile away. HIGHLY recommend the Griffin Llyswen Thank you Percy and Team

Since Percy re-opened after Lockdown we have had many of his Takeaway Pizzas and a Roast dinner! The pizzas are absolutely delicious, full of flavour with some lovely options. We've enjoyed them so much hence having several takeaways. The takeaway roast dinner was amazing and we'll most definitely have another! It's so lovely Percy has given the option of takeaway as well as eat in option in these uncertain times. We get to enjoy their delicious food whilst we dont feel confident eating out yet! Thanks Percy and team!!

We stayed at the Griffin Inn for 2 nights a Tues& Wed we had booked what we thought was a spacious double. We were greeted by a very pleasant & efficient young lady ,things then went down hill the very small double was behind the door & one side against the wall this room (5) was more suitable for a single room bed very uncomfortable left with terrible back ache.no chair to sit on in room but when I mentioned this to owner he did say he had to minimise items in room due to Covid . We could not have a shower as even if you ran shower for 15 mins still cold. the owner did say the would be looked at. We ate there Tues evening & we had 2 very nice Pizzas especially the shredded Duck with plumb sauce, didn’t eat there the second night as were told same menu just Pizzas & a couple of curries , shame as we would of liked to try the Al la Carte menu which sounded nice, but to our surprise we were sat in the bar having a drink & seen a waitress taking out a very nice burger , not happy about this as not what we were told & had to eat at 4pm at the cafe across the road which was very nice but too early for us & really dinner & a drink where you stay would be better. The toilets in the bar did not have any paper towels & the hand dryer was not working Not good. The Decor in the Restaurant & Bar was very nice. Continental breakfast very good plenty to choose from we had to pre order the night before, Our room & evening food on offer did spoil our stay which was a real shame.

Came here many times before "lock-down", and what great food....went there on Sunday (August 23rd) and it was like "do they really care.." the food had no taste it was quite a disappointment. Sorry chaps you need to re-think this and go back 6 months as right now it's not working !

The food arrived within 10 mins from ordering, so clearly not freshly cooked. The pizza was awful, more like a pie, would really not recommend. The burger was average but the cheese and bacon quite poor, chips undercooked and all of this right next to a very busy road with big trucks flying by. No atmosphere or joy in the food selection. Will definitely not go back. We gave 2 stars only because the staff of kind and attentive

We decided to stop at the griffin for a quick meal on our way past, although we could’ve stayed longer!! As soon as we walked in it was just lovely, with fires lit and a cosy feel to it. We were really pleased with the selection that the menu offered, and the specials all sounded delicious. We each had a different starter and main, and none of us could fault a single thing about our meals. I personally had creamy garlic mushrooms in a filo pastry shell, followed by the lamb special with mashed potato and (I believe) a red current sauce. It was beautiful, the lamb was perfectly cooked and tender. Flavours and presentation were both excellent - much more finesse than your typical ‘pub food’, although portions were still good! (I couldn’t finish mine!). Highly recommend!

Simply one of the best meals ever. Just delicious. Staff so wonderful and the food is perfection. Can’t rave enough about it. How utterly refreshing that a pub also has an amazing selection of wines (red and white). You’ve got to try the Pinot noir from Romania. Plus, the Skate was just unbelievable. Not to mention one of the best Panna Cotta.

please ignore the negative reviews ,, check it out yourself don't take my word , we arrived to a very friendly welcome , menues quickly provided , excellent choice of Beers and Wines , we all went of the Specials board , Exellent Skate , My Liver melted int the mouth good ...and the roast beef open sandwich had excellent beef , service was fine ....please go and try it ....its has a amazing interior lots to look at .....staff charming and freindly , not sure what is not to like about this gem....

This pub had been closed for a number of years so I was very excited to learn it was going to reopen under new management. I have now visited 3 times, but doubt I will go again. The first time it a visit with friends. It took a long time to order a glass of wine at the bar, 3 different people asking what I would like, I would have had a second with the meal but decided it would take too long. The food was good, but we asked for extra gravy/sauce and were told we couldn't have any. There were only 2 other people in the pub but it took so long to order, get anyone's attention etc. The next visit was coffee and cake, again it all took so long and no atmosphere in the pub at all. The third and final visit it took 1.5 hrs to have 2 courses, no atmosphere again, fire lit but it was so cold, kept coat on the whole meal. Food good but not anything special and overall expensive for what it is. There would have been a works xmas meal booked but we were messed around so much we went elsewhere, there are nicer venues nearby.

The food was ok but not outstanding. I had the nut roast, which itself wasn't bad but came with a slice of goats cheese on top. I like goat's cheese but please not with a roast. My main complaint was the fact that the veggie roast dinner did not come with gravy! I even asked the waiter but was told the gravy was not an option with the nut roast. This ment the meal was exceptionally dry and because of this, I didn't enjoy it. I will not be returning.

The interior is amazing and the service was okay, but the food was disappointing. We ordered the Talgarth bread from the nibbles menu, but this was served at the same time as our Calamari starters. The Calamari was cooked well, but the salad was a poor addition, lacking presentation.Oxcheek and Seabass fillets as mains. They also lacked presentation. The Seabass had new potatoes. I am confident that these were from a microwave. The side vegetables were a small dish between the two of us and were overcooked and lacked flavour.This was not the standard of food expected for the cost.Another couple asked for the Fish and Chips, but there was no fish, so they left.I hope this was a one off, as there are many positive comments made by other diners.

Parking available in adjacent lot.We were greeted promptly and taken to our reserved table.The staff were very efficient, friendly and helpful with ordering suggestions.Food was nicely presented and delicious. Soup, trout, chicken, crab were all enjoyed. Dessert (posset) was lovely. Decaf cappuccino and latte were perfect.Room seemed a little smoky at the end of the meal from the fireplaces, perhaps a wind shift.

We visited this place on Thursday night last week, the service was excellent. The young girl at the bar was very friendly and attentive, nothing was too much trouble. We ordered a Chicken Supreme, which was absolutely fantastic the Chicken was cooked perfectly however the sauce was slightly rich but delicious all the same, my partner ordered the ox cheeks he said they were very tender and he absolutely loved the sauce they came with.We then ordered a Chocolate Mousse and a Sticky Toffee Pudding the latter being possibly one of the best desserts we have ever had! Highly recommend this place amazing food with great service!

Arrived here and received a lovely welcome, the Guinness is exceptional and served with a smile. We've eaten here a couple of times and the food was excellent. Can't fault the service, the quality or the reception. I can't reccomend the Griffin too highly, the perfect place for a night out.

We were pleased to see one of our local pubs opened again. It was looking very sorry for itself and it’s good to see this local business doing well.The ambiance is warm and inviting and the restaurants were full but not crowded. I chose the fish pot which was a mixture of fish in a cream and Gruyere sauce with herb topping...delicious...could have licked the plate! Others in our party chose the venison burgers which they enjoyed - good sized portions and the wine list was comprehensive and reasonably priced. There were several vegetarian options which is good to see - the vegetable stack was much enjoyed. For pud, staples included sticky toffee pudding and a lemon posset which were a tasty end to the meal.Our waitress was friendly and attentive without being intrusive and the service was prompt but not rushed.Overall a very pleasant evening to be repeated.

This fantastic country pub is under new management and wow you can tell the difference. Percy could not have made more of a fuss of us and the whole team were delightful.

This place has recently changed hands, and so older reviews may not be relevant.

The Griffin has reopened (at last!!) and we have somewhere to stop on our trips to and from South Wales. Excellent atmosphere, good food and friendly, helpful service......... all in all better than before. Welcome back!!

The service was very poor, staff were rude and uncaring...

Well what a lovely Sunday from start to finish,the Ambiance, whole place has been given a a very tasteful makeover,

Recently reopened. It's beautiful and been modernised but kept the character of the Inn. We were there for the Royal Welsh Show which was approximately 11 miles away. We stayed for 2nights and were made very welcome by Percy the owner and his team. We would definitely recommend this Inn to everyone the food was excellent and and catered well for Coeliac (gluten free) food. It was interesting talking to the locals as they were pleased it had reopened it is very popular!! Thank you Percy for a lovely stay.

This pub has been closed for a number of years. It has recently been refurbished and re-opened its doors in July (2019) with a renowned local manager at the helm. He has successfully transformed it into a welcoming establishment with good beverages and a friendly atmosphere. The menu looks good, but the food however disappoints slightly, and lacks any flavour or flair - just generic pub grub. I had hoped for slightly more, considering the pricing structure on the menu, but this is early days, and I’m confident that they will raise the standard of the food, turning it from a good pub into a great pub!

we just went and took our kids: they have a great kids menu, and lovely specials board, had great mussels and skate, hubby had pork and calamari all fabulous. and a wine list been waiting ages for a good wine list in mid powys, yummy thank you

Rather disorganised service, but the food was good, when it arrived. The bill was reflective of the reputation but not the experience I fear.

Tried to contact you via e mail to no effect. This place is closed and unlikely to be re-opened. However great place opposite Wye knot stop cafe/ restaurant

We ate here in September 2017 and had the most delicious steak , not expensive and good beer to wash it down!

This is one of our top 5 restaurants in Wales. The food is great and there is a good wine list and also a very good pint of Butty Bach.

The rare occasion of eating out can sometimes be thwarted by a less than creative menu not the case here always innovative and creative, beautifully presented with love and flair.

While visiting the area, some locals recommended this place for lunch. Menu was small but ample. Our server could have been a tad bit more attentive. Food was good but overpriced, ample parking.

Loved to stop for coffeee here and have had dinner in the past but now just a distant memory. It looked very sad, all boarded up, Suggest Tripadvisor drop it from their list as it is now history!

En la esquina de una calle muy transitada, el restaurante está cerrado durante la primera visita, pero allí sólo por el día. No obstante, otra vez. El menú tal vez un poco pretencioso, pero con algunos productos locales de temporada. Tal vez una alternativa para comer en LLangoed Hall?

Have had lunch here several times, always good but not what I would term usual fare. The food on offer tends to be locally sourced, cooked to order and well presented with prices midrange.

Have visited here a few times when we stay in the area,, so called recently on a Sunday to find the place all boarded up a looking very run down, there was a notice in the window saying Nothing to be removed with out permission of the landlord what a shame to find the lovely quaint old place where we have had some lovely meals in such a state, one can only hope the brewery will open it again soon and restore it to its former lovely self..

Was a frequent visitor to the Griffin but it's since been sold back to the brewery. A real shame as it was a fantastic unique pub with traditional food and great ales. Id assume it'll follow suit like all brewery pubs now and become generic with a rotation of managers. Feel privileged to have visited the pub and hope it manages to get up and running again soon.

The food was average, the night we were there the service was really slow. The pub itself I suppose is typical of the area - it did need masses of TLC everywhere. Locals seemed ok with it. Unfortunately we would not recommend it or revisit it

The evening started well, nicely laid out room, cosy, with a fire much needed on a cold evening, attentive waitress and a well prepared starter. As we were out celebrating a special occasion it looked like being a good night Then came the main course - at £16.95 I expected my sirloin steak and trimmings to be nigh on perfect, unfortunately my requested well done steak was 'bloody' there were a few slices of mushrooms, a small, bitter half a tomato and a mountain of overcooked chips. As I hate bloody meat my meal was spoilt for me, and I was told a reduction would be made. When we came to pay, I was charged without explanation for a 'special' £8.99 being half the cost for the meaI that I could not eat. The person behind the bars explanation was that I had eaten half of it. I was outraged, if part of a meal is unacceptable then the whole meal is unacceptable and I expected a full refund to be made. My husband refused to pay for my steak and this was sullenly agreed to but with no word of apology. On top of it all we then waited some 10 minutes to pay by card but the card machine wouldn't work, so I ended up paying by cheque. As a couple who have run a successful hospitality business for the last 6 years we were very surprised at the lack of empathy and professionalism towards a customer who had had a bad dining experience at their pub. I don't think we'll be back!

My wife and I were recommended this pub by some people in Hay-on-Wye. What a little find. The Service was a pure delight and the warm fires make it a good old fashioned pub atmosphere with good Beer and the red wine was good too.We went there 2 nights in a row and on each night had different things off a short but well organised menu.It was well cooked and exactly what it said on the Menu. A pure and immensely well priced delight.A good find, thank you Hay.

Ate here as oppose to our hotel (heavily out of our price range, unfortunately!)Staff were very polite, food was fairly quick and well cookedOverall was a pleasant experience and wouldn't have any problems coming here again.

We went here for dinner on a Monday night and really enjoyed it. The pub had a great atmosphere (even for a quiet Monday!), a lovely fire and good food. The waitress/bar maid was particularly friendly, welcoming and brilliant and really made our evening even better.

Not many of these places left A REAL pub serving good pub food A great log fire and stone floors The decor has not been changed for sometime which is just how a real pub should be Far too many pubs in the UK have been given makeovers that make them all look similar I dont want Wetherspoons look a likes I want character and thats what this pub has in spades The place smacks of history when you walk in Yes it looks tired Thats because it has seen a lot You can take your pint from the bar and sit a\t an old table and reflect on year/decades of others doing the same Anything more than the very occasional lick of paint would wash all that away Pubs like the Griffin Inn in Llyswen need supporting there are not many left The food is not top notch but thats because its pub food It is wholesome It is good value and it is prepared with care The staff are locals and they are lovely people In years to come these places will be sadly long gone So for now go there and make the most of it

My boyfriend and I stopped on the way back from a weekend in Cardiff for a meal. I've driven past The Griffin many times and always fancied stopping for a meal but I wasn't disappointed. It was a Monday night so we weren't sure if they'd be serving food- we asked and were met with a friendly 'of course'. We relaxed on arm chairs by the fire whilst we chose our food. There was lots of choice and my boyfriend is quite fussy about food but luckily there was lots he could have chosen. The waitress was very friendly. The food was home cooked and very tasty. Delicious puddings. We'll be back!

Called at The Griffin Inn for lunch. We ordered from the 'specials' board and I had lasagne ...with chips would have cost an extra £2.50! It was served in a very shallow dish, was not home made and the bottom was hard like it had been in the microwave too long. Served with a few bits of salad leaves. ..no dressing! Waitress very friendly though. Think I'll give this place a miss in future.

We spent a Sunday travelling from Wiltshire to Aberystwyth and back in one day and stopped off for a late lunch at the Griffin Inn. Lunches finish at 4 but we rang ahead andbooked a table only to find that we were going to be much later than first planned.A further phone call ensured that 'lunch' would still be available then and boy werewe pleased to arrive. The food was amazing, lots of it, hot and delicious. We followedit with puds, of course, which was just as fab! The staff were lovely and we left for our onward journey wishing we lived closer.

We really enjoyed our relaxing visit. Thank you for providing great atmosphere and food, welcoming all ages

went there on a Saturday night so was very busy. The beer was first class, however the food left a lot to be desired. the lamb chops were very tough , fish was over cooked and dry but the pudding was very good.

The only thing I can say was nice was the staff member behind the bar.The pub was very dark not any lights on , Dirty, Dusty, flies everywhere, toilets was disgusting. Will not be back.

Arrived with a small dog, who got treats from the bar and a drink before we did. Great staff, knowledgable and friendly, with super food.

À special thanx to the staff very friendly, and for the food, simple but efficient... Except for Sabrina, she does not know where a sirloin is situated on a Beef ! ;-) well, a french joke ! She's very handsome and it was à great pleasure to meet her ! Thanx again - the french duet

Not having been to this place before, we were pleasantly surprised. Friendly staff, good service and proper "old pub" surroundings. Food was tasty, well cooked and came in generous portions. Shame that all but two of the desserts were "sold out"

very good place for a quick brunch. went there with group of friends after a day of outdoor activity, liked the homely environment.

Stopped on route to Cardiff for a quick meal, and were immediately welcomed by a very friendly staff member. We were served swiftly and the food and service was excellent. We both had the steaks, both cooked to our requests. Beautiful homemade chips and sauces complemented the meat. Extremely good value for money. The waitress / bar tender was very welcoming and immediately made us feel at home. Will definitely return.

Great home cooked food. Eight of us ate well with adults and children alike. All enjoyed a good variety of freshly cooked food. Would highly recommend it.

3 of us came for food here on a Wednesday night. Served at the bar, very friendly and reasonably priced. Drinks brought to our table. Food order was taken at our table and food arrived very quickly. Absolutely perfect! Very nice portion sizes for such a low price. Can't beat the steak and ale pie! Haven't got a bad word to say about this place.

Random stop at this fine establishment when looking for Sunday lunch, my wife and I found the staff pleasant and chatty, food was excellent and with good portions, the overall atmosphere of the place was peacefulness and relaxing, would recommend it to anyone