Restaurant at Ynyshir Hall in Ceredigion

Amazing experience from start to finish. The place, the vibe the food, all amazing. Well worth the journey to experience this place.

30+ sensational, delicious dishes. If you’re looking for a normal three course, meat and two veg. type dinner don’t come here. At every point and interaction the staff were friendly and helpful, the location and setting is beautiful. It is definitely an experience not just a meal.

Very disappointed with the whole experience. This hotel/restaurant certainly does not warrant a Michelin star.

You cannot find enough adjectives to describe Ynyshir and the food you will eat here!!! The accommodation is exceptional and above most hotel levels. We had a suite, bedroom, lounge, bathroom, dressing room, and it's own front door and porch. Gareth Ward & his team, do an excellent job of making you welcome to this restaurant with some amazing unusual touches. Gareth is a genius!!! I'm not saying more, you need to go.

Dinner Ynyshirre staurant The best restaurant in the UK. We decided to make the epic journey from Nottingham to see what all the fuss is about. Located just outside Snowdonia National Park. Dinner starts at 5.00pm. You are seated in the bar/lounge for drinks and served the first of many courses. Chef Gareth Ward claims to use the 'most exclusive ingredients in the world'. Which you are shown before being led through to the disco or restaurant. We were seated on the first table nearest the kitchen and had front row seats to watch all the action. Dishes include shrimp green curry, scallop, black cod, lobster,crab, lamb Peking duck, beef, and even a tiramisu. The restaurant unapologetically doesn't cater to any dietary requirements and won't substitute dishes. Service is attentive and brisk like a well-oiled machine. Named Best UK restaurant for the second year running National restaurant awards. The awards are voted on by members of the hospitality industry as well as restaurant critics and influential food writers. The restaurant became the first in Wales to pick up two Michelin stars last year. If you are lucky enough to visit this amazing restaurant, you will have the experience of a lifetime.

This is the third time to visit Ynyshir and we have enjoyed absolutely stunning evening meals and this time we took our family and was no exception, brilliant meal and overall experience, the previous two times we also enjoyed a really good breakfast, however this time we were presented with a carry out type breakfast which was disappointing to say the least. Previous time we enjoyed a room service breakfast which was very good and what you would expect from such a high end restaurant, Ynyshir please review your breakfast arrangements

Me and my husband celebrated our 1st wedding anniversary at Ynyshir on Friday. I have tried to book this restaurant for years and was very happy to book a passing bench with their garden room. Where should I even begin? From the very first moment that we arrived the whole experience was incredible. Highly trained staff, the best top quality ingredients and of course the main even the dinner simply spectacular. We both fell in love with Ynyshir! After the dinner, the guests sat outside by the fire socialising and discussing their favourite courses. I never felt this welcome at any other Michelin restaurant. The chef was friendly, goofy and fun! Staff were all enjoying themselves, a truly happy atmosphere. We definitely will be back

We stayed in the garden room in June. Have been wanting to visit for years and can honestly say Ynyshir exceeded all expectations. Outstanding 30 course dining experience making it very difficult to choose a favourite dish. Already planning on a return.

We had a very similar experience to “Emma”. Fortunately no back to the kitchen, nor the one seat facing the wall. Both of which would have been so disappointing. The meal and experience were absolutely 5 star. Fabulous special birthday and anniversary treat. Very relaxed and unassuming. Completely fascinating and mesmerising to watch Gareth and his 2 chefs cook; with the interplay with all the attentive staff, who operated seamlessly. We loved the Asian influences, we enjoyed every morsel. We didn’t really notice the DJ, nor did the music dominate. Rather a lounge sound track when we had expected (incorrectly) something heavier, edgier and louder. The drinks came with a hefty 25% service charge and the breakfast cup Emma mentions, seemed a pretty sad monetary add; but we came for the food and we will return for the food! Probably in the winter next time, as the dark would deliver a very different experience. Gareth was welcoming and friendly. The bedroom was large and comfy; but not without maintenance issues. You wont regret a visit to Ynyshir. A unique experience, a passion project. Thank you to the full team.

Beautifully secluded house, surrounded by green hills. Our garden room was spacious and had everything necessary with a terrace overlooking the gardens. The whole nature of a visit to Ynyshir is an event in itself. We much enjoyed cocktails and an afternoon taster when we arrived, then, after a relaxing stroll, the evening began. The many courses were served at an appropriate speed and with varying levels of explanation from the proficient staff. On the evening we attended, every diner faced the open kitchen excepting two seats, one of which we had. This was a disappointment. I had hoped that, due to our disadvantage, we and the only other affected table may be offered the opportunity to see the chefs at work, but sadly not. I would suggest requesting a table with kitchen facing seating. The playlist was middle of the road. Gareth Ward appears to be an unassuming, talented man. It is a compliment to his guests that he considers his presence necessary at each service.The food has Japanese influences. The huge choice of wine by the glass is excellent. We managed a few lone glasses, but the Welsh wine was so exceptional that a couple of bottles were in order! The breakfast bowls in the mini-bar were cute. If only the travel cups had been thrown in as part of our approx. £1400 one night stay instead of a £12 charge for each one, I may have had a souvenir of my visit. Well deserved admiration for keeping such unique foodie destination going in this beautiful part of the country.

Was looking to book something nice for my husband's big birthday however am not able to since dietary requirements are not catered for. As a coeliac being gluten free isnt a choice, how dissapointing.

We arrived at Ynshir in beautiful sunshine. What an imposing property in fantastic surroundings. We stayed in a house room which was absolutely lovely and spotlessly clean. The evening began at 5pm with drinks/starters in the bar. The whole evening was full of wonderful tastes/flavours, textures and theatre. The service was exceptional without being overbearing. Unfortunately Gareth was not there when we visited, but it was still fantastic. We decided to visit after watching James Martin rave about his visit to this wonderful restaurant. Would highly recommend.

EXCITING is the only word for this dining experience. Your orgasm will peak at 7.30pm ish and you will wonder ‘is this is sustainable until 11pm?’ and then YES it just goes on and on….orgasmic!

Just amazing. I can’t even begin to explain just how amazing! Location is stunning and from the moment we arrived the staff were so friendly. The food is as good as everyone says it is but it’s so much more than the food. From the music to the decor to the smell and the disco ball in the restaurant. I could go on and on….but all I’m going to say is GO! Shout out to the sommelier who let us try a couple of wines and gave us some wonderful recommendations.

First visit to this well respected place and it was hands down the best food I've eaten and possibly will eat (unless I return here). It's a pretty epic journey to get to but staff were v welcoming, a real family. Stayed over and the room was v nice, no issues so far. We were on the kitchen table and connected well with the other couple we shared it with. The dishes got better and better, some real mind blowing tastes. Wine ordered was nicely sorted earlier in the day and fairly well filled up. Ordering more wasn't an issue either. I must say though the sommelier seemed fairly unhappy compared to the afternoon, not sure what was going on there. A nice chat with Gareth at the end too so ticked all boxes. The sleep was OK with the exception of the old iron radiators ticking whilst expanding etc so this was a bit of a problem. Breakfast fine, coffee could have been better, multiple pastries and bread would be nice. Overall recommended, how couldn't I.

I'm not even sure what I can write here to explain this absolutely out of this world this place is. I have been trying to write this review since October! I could bang on about everyone of the amazing courses we had that evening. About...

Stayed here as part of my 60th birthday celebrations. The whole experience was outstanding from check in to check out. 30 courses is a lot of food to eat, but it was spaced out over 4 hours. The only downside was making sure we had...

All we keep saying is "Wow". The whole Ynyshir experience from start to finish was just amazing. We opted for a house room which was very spacious and had an extremely comfortable huge bed. We were blown away by the atmosphere in the restaurant, the...

Gareth the finest host and chef patron today. We first crossed paths at RSB in 2012. And seeing him in his phenomenal creation Ynyshir last night was so worth the 400 mile round trip. Impossible to describe why it’s worth the money - but it...

Visited last night (29 Nov). Awesome sums it up from the variety and quality of the food to the knowledge and attentiveness of all the staff. The attention to detail was amazing. The music added to the atmosphere. I’ve forgotten his name (sorry) but the...

I am not sure where to start other than to say "Wow"! I've eaten in some of the best places but none compared to the night I had last night when eating and staying at Ynyshir! The food was incredible and the thought that has...

One of the most relaxing yet engaging multi-Michelin starred experiences we have had. Very personable staff create a relaxing atmosphere and impart interesting knowledge about the food and their ingredients. Intensity and complexity of flavour always go hand in hand, and the open kitchen that...

No words can truly express the experience you receive at Ynyshir. They are uncompromising in their approach to the whole event. The decor, the ambiance, the music, the food; 30 delicious 2 star Michelin courses served in a timely fashion over 3 rooms. You get...

The most stunning food we have ever tasted. Every one of the 31 courses were full of flavour. E1ch dish was described to us and presented beautifully. We have eaten in quite a few highly-rated restaurants but this was n a different level. Superb!

Imagine! That you have booked into your favourite ballet, featuring your most loved orchestra, but on arrival you are first shown into a small clinic where a skilled neurosurgeon implants a hundred tiny electrodes into your cerebral taste centre. You are shown to the Royal...

Literally the best place I’ve ever been to eat. Wonderful experience, excellent staff, everything is stunning. We stayed over and breakfast was just as amazing. Will definitely be making another trip there. 100% recommend, however, not for fussy eaters. You need to be able to...

Utterly spectacular. This evening was unlike anything I’ve ever experienced before, and the service, textures, and flavours were outstanding. Just amazing food in an incredibly beautiful setting with a relaxed atmosphere.

Our visit was amazing, everything from the ambiance to the food was unbelievably well worth the wait. The staff were absolutely wonderful. The bedroom was really lovely. I couldn’t recommend it highly enough.

I first emailed Ynyshir at the start of the year enquiring about July availability, and was advised this would go on sale March 1st. I very kindly received an email a few weeks after saying the release date had been brought forward and managed to...

From the minute we stepped through the door we knew we were going to experience something rather special - we were not disappointed. The team were superb from helping us to decide on wine choices to explaining the ingredients and each course in the menu....

What can I say everybody else hasn’t said, food keeps coming staff all have great knowledge of the food and wine they are serving, each course is better than the last hard to pick the favourite then Gareth came round and had a chat, it...

WOW….genuinely a bit speechless about how good our time at Ynyshir was. Incredible food and amazing service! Gareth Ward and his team are genuine wizards of the kitchen along with being so friendly and gracious. Thank you Gareth and the whole Ynyshir team for an...

Absolutely incredible experience - all 30 courses were faultless, and we had Gareth and the team to ourselves as they only serve 4 lunch covers, and the other two didn't show up. Service was exemplary, and it was a truly memorable day from start to...

Although the whole experience was great, (the front of house staff were brilliant), paying £300 for an evening meal means that I expected outstanding food. Although very good, some of it was quite simple, not showing the sort of complexity that I would expect from...

I made a dinner booking 14 months ago, which understandably had to be rearranged because of covid. I accepted that some dishes would have to be skipped due to a dietary requirement discussed with the team before booking. The booking was then cancelled at 2...

From the moment you get there the experience begins , booked in , bags taken to room & you are on your first appetiser . The main experience starts at 5.30 & goes on for 5 hours with 31 amazing tasters. The enthusiasm of the...

We didn't know what to expect when booking the Ffwrnais table, but were so pleased as we got to watch Charlie cook each course for us and chat to us throughout. Rory's wine pairing was exceptional. Wonderfully relaxed, unpretentious staff- every single one. We weren't...

A dining experience not just a meal, starting with the welcoming demonstration and taster dish and the introduction to a variety of food products for the evening. Beautiful setting and stylishly decorated with an earthy feel. Dark, atmospheric restaurant with a glitter ball and resident...

We had a wedding event at Ynyshir this weekend. Superb foodie lovely event with no hitches. Seamless, friendly service. Nothing was any trouble to any staff. Gareth Ward, executive chef is great, down to earth person who along with his team provided wonderful tasty food...

It has to be said that this is so much more than a meal! It is a gastronomic experience the like of which I have not experienced before and I have eaten in most of the Michlin starred restaurants in London . The food is...

We have travelled the world and eaten in many Michelin star restaurants & this was by far the best food and experience we have ever had! It wasn’t a meal, it was a 30 course tasting sensation which lasted 6 hours. The attention to detail...

We had waited a long time to dine at Ynyshir. There was a shambles pre dinner when our drinks took 25 mins to arrive but we believe that was just a mix up. The food was exceptional, in particular the first ten courses (mostly fish/shellfish)...

Been looking forward to going here for a long time. From the minute you arrive you know you in for something special. The rooms as unique as everything else. We had a walk around the surroundings which was very relaxing. The food was incredible we...

Ynyshir is a fantastic restaurant and Gareth and his team are just brilliant and are all friendly, welcoming and incredibly genuine and down to earth. The whole experience was sensational from entry through to our departure. We had booked the Pass Bench which is easily...

Finally after Covid stopping us getting here we did on my 70th Birthday. Amazing food, the staff are lovely and very informative, every question answered from the food to the source of the plates! Best Birthday meal ever!

To start I would like to agree with the reviewer Ladidadining from Kirklington,Completely Exeptional. On our third attempt at booking due to COVID, we had THE most amazing experience last Saturday lunchtime. It was absolutely, most definitely worth the wait and went beyond any of...

What an amazing meal and overnight stay. Gareth and his team were so welcoming and attentive but not obtrusive. The food tasted and looked stunning. Just wait for breakfast - you will never want to go to a certain famous fast chain again. We stayed...

We finally made it to Ynyshir after three postponements due to pandemic/lockdown combos, and were glad to have tried it. We first heard about the revamped Ynyshir while viewing an episode of Masterchef, I think in Dec 2019, which seems an eon ago now, and...

Having read some of the reviews we arrived feeling a tad anxious as to what to expect …. I wish we hadn’t read the reviews as our own experience was nothing short of incredible. It was not a ‘performance’ nor was it ‘self indulgent twaddle’....

This “theatre” is set in beautiful grounds. Audience members should be aware that the show consists of a 31 course tasting menu and a performance that commences at 5pm and finishes at approx. 10.30pm Tickets costs £300 person with wine priced upwards of £50 per...

When you arrive the staff greet you and call your visit an 'Experience' and it is. If dining for 5 hours with a DJ playing rock and dance background music is not your cup of tea, don't visit Ynyshir, but if you want to enjoy...

We went for Sunday lunch, 29 November 2020, but after a very underwhelming meal we happened to comment that the sticky toffee pudding sauce tasted burnt…when we tried to have a quiet word with the head chef he was amazingly arrogant and, loudly, told us,...

Ynyshir is a food experience we will never forget.....just world class!! Gareth Ward and all his team at Ynyshir make the whole experience very unique and personal. We were greeted at 4pm with drinks in the funky bar, music being played on turntables, with a...

The tagline says it all - this is not a restaurant for non-meat lovers. If you love meat however, you are in for an mind-blowing experience. We had the kitchen table and it was delightfully private for the 4 of us, and the chefs were...

Pretentious as per another review? Emperors new clothes? What a load of tosh! I loved the place, the decor was great and the sheepskins were very comfy. Loved the rustic uniqueness of it all. The people are real, very welcoming and don’t stand on ceremony...

Read all the 5star reviews - it’s as great as they all say. No, you don’t get a choice; dietary requirements are probably not overly entertained. It’s a case of eat what you are given and if you don’t like it.... don’t worry - you’ll...

Came here to celebrate my birthday, and unfortunately had a terrible experience, culminating in the head chef sneering at me that I wasn’t a “real coeliac” (which I never claimed to be - I have an allergy, but I’m not coeliac) and me needing to...

A long(ish) drive from home in Derby was rewarded with a fabulous meal! We sat at the kitchen pass and had a great birds eye view of the kitchen and great interaction with Gareth and the staff. 20+ courses of excellent food and excellent recommendations...

The food here is excellent and enjoyable, but the format is distinctly OTT. 20 or so courses is too many to remember more than a few, for me, although all should have been memorable. The restaurant is in a pleasant largish country house, more or...

Just incredible food, perfect service and an experience we will never forget. 20 courses of innovative dishes, presented and explained by the chefs.

Came here for boyfriends birthday. What an amazing experience! The food is out of this world, chefs friendly and knowledgeable and an amazing setting. Throughly enjoyed our lunch and hope to be back in the future.

We go and eat at a lot of nice restaurants but this was the best eating experience we’ve ever had.

My wife treated me to a night stay and dinner at Ynyshir and it was an amazing experience. The grounds are stunning, the room we had was amazing, but the food was out of this world. Rory makes amazing cocktails, and would highly commend the manhattans. We sat at the front of the restaurant so we could see all the action. It was a really different dining experience, from the music, decor, the 21 courses takes you on an experience in expertly prepared food. We’ve been lucky enough to eat in top restaurants around the world, but it has to be the best food we’ve ever eaten. You have to experience it for yourself because it’s so unique and we highly recommend it. We got to chat to Gareth at the end of the night, and he’s a really nice guy, along with all the team. We will definitely be going back, and thanks to Gareth and his team for making it such a memorable night, and good luck with everything.

Got treated to Ynyshir for my birthday. And what a treat it was.

The brief summary - we had a wonderful dinner at Ynyshir. The service is excellent, managing to combine laid-back casual and very professional. The format is a no-choice small plates menu (about 25 courses) where the hit ratio of each individual course was phenomenally high (I only had 2 courses which I didn't feel quite worked, and my husband had one). The price is fairly high but on a par with with similar quality dining experiences in the UK and Europe - we felt it was excellent value for money. We definitely plan to return.

My wife booked Ynyshir for my birthday, a gourmet night away. We arrived at 3.30 and received a warm friendly welcome. We were invited to the bar where we were ordered a drink and then received a taste of what was to come, a wonderful duck broth.

The dining experience at Ynyshir is difficult to describe as words don’t seem to do it justice. The whole team make the experience magical from the moment you step through the door. The food is simply magical. It’s a culinary journey through 25 (in our case) beautifully crafted, exquisitely tasting, small dishes. How the chefs can get that much taste into food is mind-blowing. The place deserves 2 Michelin stars not 1, without a doubt. Thanks to every member of staff for giving us a night to remember.

Multicourse Michelin food beautifully served, some courses prepared at your table. Fantastic art at every turn and very interesting gallery of celebrities (including royalty) who have frequented it.

This was the best experience ever. Felt totally special for the whole evening. This is a one off experience (well I hope to do it again!), but truly, you will never get this experience anywhere else! From the food to the choice of music to the accommodation. We loved it 100%! Whilst it was a unique experience it also felt very relaxed and somehow normal - just like eating in your own home. Gareth is a lovely fella - nothing Gordon Ramsey about him thank goodness. The location is second to none - we were lucky enough to have a beautiful sunny weekend too. We will go again!

Gareth is a giant of a man but his vision and talent in the kitchen are even bigger than he is. We loved every minute of our Ynyshir experience, dining out will never be the same again. Breakfast the following morning is Michelin star worthy in its own right.

This was the first time of experiencing Ynyshir and my wife and I were completely blown away by the whole experience.

A real treat, hotel and rooms are wonderful and lovely grounds to wander around. After you evening meal pop outside and sit around the fire pit! Staff and food out of this world.

Booked after seeing Gareth on James Martin's Saturday kitchen show. This was a 55th birthday and retirement treat. The place itself is set in 17 acres of lovely gardens. The room- number 10 a garden room- was stunning, full length windows overlooking the gardens, a huge bed and one of the nicest bathrooms I have ever seen in a hotel. Now to the food. 24 course tasting menu. Every course brought to the table and explained by the chefs who cooked them. We couldn't fault anything. The bread with beef dripping was devine. Every mouthful of food wad a flavour explosion, small and beautifully prepared. The use of quality ingredients and locally sourced and foraged ingredients is commendable. The chefs are already gathering next year's ingredients. All the staff are brilliant, with nothing being too much trouble. The kitchen is very busy but is such a calm place, with no shouting or falling out in evidence. Gareth and Amelia have got everything right here and have a superb team behind them. If good food is one of life's pleasures then you must visit here. A return trip when the game season in on is already being planned- we can't wait. Thanks to everyone at Ynhisir for making our stay so memorable.

Great experience of fabulous food and drink. Very relaxed vibe about the place. Very interesting and tasty food . Great wine list with many available by the glass. Great rooms. Very interesting breakfast. Cannot wait yo go again

Gareth and his excellent team are creating alchemy in Wales. They are taking cuisine to another level - no menu in advance, no choices - the chef works his magic and you sit back and let it happen. This is pure theatre, Michelin star at a stratospheric level! If you get to stay over, the rooms are lovely and the breakfast follows the same ethos - you turn up (on time), sit back and they wow you with the best of the day. Our expectations were high and they blowed them away - this needs to be on your bucket list (if you are lucky enough).

After receiving a voucher for our Wedding Anniversary we eventually manage to sort a Saturday for our tasting experience. We thoroughly enjoyed the experience in a relaxed atmosphere with some good music vibes in the background. Every course was explained in great detail regarding the ingredients and the way it was cooked, my favourite dish was the Goosnargh chicken and the Tiramisu. Would recommend it to any one!

We booked this hotel and restaurant for a special occasion with friends. We had read the reviews so were expecting something really fabulous. The only option available was the 22 course menu, no suggested wine flight so we had wine on the recommendation of the waiter as we had no idea what food we were having which was a little disappointing. Wine started at around £60 a bottle (£15 a glass) which was excessive and which made a very expensive evening exorbitant! Courses are very small and after the first 3/4 it all seemed to blur. Lots of soy and miso which overpowered much of the food which was a shame. The meat courses were beautifully cooked. Desserts were fine, but we had really run out of steam by then. The description of each course by the chefs got very tiring and as many of the ingredients are repeated monotonous.

My husband and I visited here at the weekend for my birthday present and words cannot even begin to describe how amazing it was.

Before we even entered the hotel we were greeted with the beautiful scenery, and the most stunning magnolia tree. We booked a garden room which was absolutely stunning. Perfect in every way. Whilst checking in we enjoyed a cocktail in the bar and a taster of what was to come for dinner. The decor is atmospheric and very rustic chic ! Th guys out the front were so helpful and friendly and it was great fun watching how much effort goes into making their cocktails. Records were being played on a record player !!!!! Not everyone will know what that is but it was fab. Then ... dinner ! Well, where to start ? It was simply a journey of taste that lasted some 4 hours. Just when you think your taste buds can’t surprise you any more, smack ..... more tastes and flavours that will never be forgotten ! And all in such a fun, upbeat, casual relaxed atmosphere. Once again the guys out front were informative, attentive and fun, and the guys in the kitchen, which is visible for all diners to see, worked as a team to delight us with 24 courses ! I will never forget this experience, and hope to return in September with friends. Keep up the excellent work girls and guys. It’s a magical place.

We spent 3 nights here , sampling the 20 course tasting menu on night 2. The hotel is in a beautiful place amongst the hills of Middle Wales. The room was very comfortable ( Matisse), very pink ( one not yet 'converted') and with a superb view of the Foel .The staff were lovely. On saying at breakfast on day2 that we didn't like duvets they changed the bed immediately to blankets and sheets. Nothing was too much trouble.

This place is absolutely amazing. From the minute you pull into the drive. We enjoyed every minute. The food is out of this world! The staff (including the big man himself) made the whole experience one I’ll never forget. Thank you. We will be returning

Wow! We have been lucky enough to eat at some fabulous places, but this was, without a shadow of a doubt, the best meal we have ever had (and I am worried that we will never beat it)!

If you do anything in life, you need to experience a night at Ynyshir. An absolutely incredible experience with Gareth and they team. A extraordinary menu with quirkiness within the restaurant and rooms.

Ynyshir is a 20 minute drive from Aberystwyth near Snowdonia,if like us, you are not able to stay in one of the rooms on site.

This was our third trip to Ynyshir and in that relatively short time I’m confident in saying it has become our number one restaurant.

Visited for lunch and had the full tasting menu at the pass bench, stunning meal and experience. It's a heck of a trek in a day but worth definitely worth it.

Wow this place is simply amazing the views staff and the food superb such depth of flavour are truly mind blowing a must for anybody wanting something special the best michelin restraunt ive ever eaten had how ynyshir has onlu 1 star is mystifying its easally a 2 star Gareth ward your obe fantastic chef with an amazing team i will be back

We booked this restaurant as a special treat after a review in the Guardian. It was a long way to come but we were thrilled with everything. The food is central to a complete sensory experience of shining glassware, great music choices and unusual wine pairings. This is not food for the faint hearted, the rushed or for those who want to leave feeling stuffed full of carbs.

First things first. If your undecided to go, then don’t hesitate. If you love outstanding top class cooking with food that has character and a chef with his own vision and style then the answer is, it’s a no brainier, go!

We stayed one night at Ynyshir and ate in the restaurant. We opted for menu 2 which was the more meat based menu. In total it was 20 small courses focusing on British ingredients with some influence of Japanese flavours. Each course was delivered by the chefs themselves and suitably explained. The taste of all the dishes was exceptional. The service was suitably paced, and the atmosphere of the restaurant with its open kitchen made for added interest to the experience. The waiting staff were professional and efficient, and always on hand to ensure water glasses were topped up and any wine orders delivered in preparation for the up coming courses. Overall it was a great experience and the cooking style and restaurant layout is a little bit different from other restaurants we have been to.

Not been to Ynyshir Hall since Joan and Rob Reen owned and ran the hotel, we were not sure what to expect. The interior is now ultra modern lots of greys, blacks and dim lighting, gone is the homely comfy bar lounge with open fire, eclectic art and photos of past customers and historical information. Replaced by what felt like an impersonal - waiting to eat room. It was good to experience eating here but a few things did disappoint, maybe the Michelin star raised my expectations too much.

My wife and I just finished the 19 course lunch. Amazing dishes. Great venue. Friendly staff and chef. We will be back.

I raved to friends about this place last time I ate here but yesterday was completely different. What has happened to the great taste and erstwhile attentive staff? I am still shocked and suffering from indigestion into the early hours. Don't get me wrong the setting and log fire is welcoming, as is the reasonably prepared cocktail. Then we were placed next to a slushy machine in the dining room which ground away too close for comfort. When we asked to move, it was no problem. The No French Onion Soup was much more sour than I remembered but quite interesting, the duck was great, the bread as yummy as I remembered, but the mackerel dressing again was far too sharp tasting, the crab was fine but was no Katsu, the Cawl was in such a lot of vinegar/acid that when it hit the back of my throat it almost knocked my socks off! The lamb dishes were delicious but the fermented mint sauce was very sharp and overpowering. We risked the cheese (Tunworth) which was powerful...and good but the fermented slushy was not great. White chocolate black bean was quite pleasant but the sauce for the sticky toffee pudding was disgusting and far too aggressive and savoury ( not at all umami-like) even with the yet again fermented ice cream. The Cox Apple and custard was OK but the custard tasted too much like a tin of ambrosia custard..which is OK if you like it.The tiramisu is not half a good as last time but at least recognisable as a pleasant dessert but the Welsh Wagyu Fudge was gritty with beef dripping...very unpleasant taste in a so called sweet, which stayed with me for far too long. Then we had coffee and tea. The green tea was served in a cup which smelled of seaweed and lacked taste and the coffee was luke warm...which my mother happened to like but it didn't compare to it being carefully filtered individually like last last time. It is sad but true that a place I once delighted in has gone fermentation mad at the expense of good taste, additionally the staff ( at least with us) were less than enthusiastic in their explanations about the food, some were indeed quite abrupt...so I cannot concur with some recent reviews. Service overall was not so great....whereas we had been so well treated the previous time we came my mother even bestowed a kiss on the chef and an unsuspecting waiter ( well it was her 80th!). Finally, FULL payment upfront is a new one on me. In my case it wasn't fully explained beforehand. I thought I gave my credit card details for a deposit only to be made, as had been the case when I dined here before. My query on this met with a short email...seems like I had no choice in the matter, even if I had not to my knowledge given permission for full prepayment Can they do that? Not good practice as an initial interface with customers in the hospitality business...I certainly didn't get a warm and fuzzy feeling.

We had the 12 course lunch and were very impressed. The quality and taste and presentation of every single plate was amazing . The setting is quite casual which was nice. All in all a fabulous experience. This guy is a TOP chef

Wir haben im Restaurant zu Abend gegessen und können es uneingeschränkt empfehlen - eines der besten Dinner, das wir je hatten. In cooler und herzlicher Atmosphäre verwöhnt Gareth Ward mit seinem Team den Gast mit 19 Gängen in drei Stunden, einer wie der andere ein Erlebnis. Selbstverständlich kostet das dann auch Einiges, aber das Preis-/Leistungsverhältnis ist gleichwohl hervorragend!

A Michelin Star and No 1 in Wales - No pressure then!

Stayed one night with my wife as part of her 60th birthday celebrations. As a hotel the room was Ok and the location was also very nice.

I booked a lunch for my daughter and I as a birthday treat for us both, and it was a wonderful occasion, a dining experience like no other I’ve had.

Fabulous food, great for meat eaters! Loved the atmosphere. The staff were really attentive and friendly. Would love to go back. Well worth the long drive.

A magical experience of wonderful, original and delicious food served in a fairy tale setting with charm and humour. Very well worth the 160 mile detour I took to get there