St. Julian Inn in Newport

Very pleasant spot for lunch. Great views and very reasonable prices. Well done

Wasn't that nice a pub only stayed half an hour and that was half an hour too long

What a great place this is and we try to visit often. It's rare these days and especially in Newport you get a pub that has a great vibe and mix of old and young without ego and attitude. Always a nice atmosphere, great pub grub with the jacket potatoes being winners amongst our varied age family (notably the chilli, tuna & sweetcorn amd tikka chicken ones all around £5), our youngest actually knows this place as the "jacket potatoe shop". There is also a decent range of drink options and good draughts. A decent pint of guiness too. Dog friendly and outdoor seating with views on a dry day. We are yet to have a bad experience at the st.ju's.

Great pub, lovely food at a good price and a top view

Every time I go I get great food and service if you're passing try it staff are friendly.

First time in to meet up with friends. Proper pub, good beer and friendly staff. Pool table, darts board and large lounge. Would definitely pop back for food and visit in the summer to soak in the views of the Usk.

Had food here today big portion size and very reasonable price will definitely be back.

Made the wake a truly happy and celebratory occasion. The scones were the highlight of a wonderful buffet.

Don’t go here if you have an English accent, I can’t think of any other reason why the cellarman and young male staff would treat you like something unpleasant they have stood in.

Very pleasant pub.beautiful setting.good food and good staff.a pub to put on your agenda for a visit

Great pub with some decent views over the river. Nice to have a few drinks and bite to eat on a sunny afternoon. Even live music on a Friday afternoon if that's your thing.

Fabulous food in a wonderful setting dog friendly staff go that extra mile 😀

Nice pub , parking on a busy night was a bit hard , didn't try food ,but beer decent

Nice drink by the river, lovely lunch on a sunny Friday afternoon 1st September 23.

Lovely pub right on the river. Ample parking and a great value menu.

I've been going to this pub for over 45 years on and off, great atmosphere, staff and users. Haven't ate there for many years unless you count crisps, so I can't comment on the food other than it "looks" good and plentiful. Always a family first for us when we fancy a cheeky pint or two. Rear balcony is a must on a sunny day. Steve and his team run a great pub.

Great pub by the river,food was really nice but the salad on the side portion was a bit disappointing that's all.

Nice location views over river usk balcony food looked good No Food Sundays wierd welsh tradition.Panneling in Pub not worth seeing sorry

Nice river views dog friendly pub

Fantastic pud, great cask ale, cheap food, great view of the river Usk

Lovely light lunch for 4 adults. It was spotlessly clean, served quickly, lovely and quiet, comfortable and very well priced for drink and food. Will definitely go again and recommend for lunch or casual evening meal.

Great venue, set on the river Usk with some great views of the river and surrounding area from the very large sun lounge balcony

Took 1hr 30mins for a portion of cheesy chips and garlic bread. The cheese came separate from chips

Awesome setting on the river. Good range at beers at low prices. Friendly staff

A good pint. Good food. Great staff. You can't beat it.

Stopped in St Julians Inn on the way back from our walk to Caerleon today we came here around 2:10pm and l don't usually write reviews like this unless I really feel the need to but I'm not impressed by the "traditional nice feel" as some people have stated in previous reviews about this pub that it certainly isn't! I felt my dad and I were unwelcome as we walked in and cos we aren't regulars, clearly not locals known to these people who were in there we were met with odd stares, miserable looking people who need a few light bulbs thrown their way to blooming lighten up! We had just been out walking for a while and wanted a nice cold drink to cool us down but I think I'd have preferred to be dehydrated than stop by here now tbh Don't think there is much customer service skills in this pub sorry not sorry if my honest opinion offends anyone who lives out there or visits it often but to me it has a very snooty atmosphere to it, an old school place that is maintained by the type of people who go there so anyone who isn't a regular isn't made to feel welcome or invited to stay long even if you do have anything off their menu My dad paid £6.80 for 2 pints of coke and we just felt awkward uncomfortable sat inside or outside of the pub we simply sat away from smokers or punters at the bar in a quiet corner hoping to enjoy our drinks in peace but felt on edge with people looking over at us and staring which was weird as we never had this in any pub we've stopped by before at different trips/areas Not the first time we've had a bad experience here either we ate here on a previous trip to Caerleon in 2021 we gave this place a go as we fancied food before heading home and it was around mid summer when we went and I remember spotting mould on my baguette when I had a hotdog and chips soon as I saw the blue bits on my bread it put me off the rest of my meal and we haven't ate there since that day (and we did inform the waitress back then 2 years ago who said "well the bread was made fresh this morning" but to us that looked like it was leftover from days before as we know what we saw- blue mould up the side of the baguette which put me off eating anymore of my meal, nothing was done about it dad felt embarrassed to ask for half of a refund or anything we couldnt be bothered to argue or have hassle after spotting mould on our food back then so we left the food and pub still hungry) the place is clearly aimed at a specific audience of well off people on your way to Caerleon who don't mind paying high prices for food and drink.. not really great value at all imo especially when there isn't any good customer service to give to people After our second visit today can safely say we won't be back not even for a cold soft drink didn't feel like they appreciated our custom, doesnt seem like they go out of their way to make outsiders feel welcome, definitely one of those pubs that has a member only feel to it (even if they say "everyone is welcome") so I won't recommend this place to people you're better off going to pubs further down Caerleon Road/Chepstow road area towards town there is plenty of social clubs, RFC clubs left in Newport where you're more likely to be served with a smile, welcomed by regular happy punters at affordable prices too and have a comfortable time in them If you don't mind having people gawk at you as you try to enjoy your drink, snobbery about whether you're wearing clothes to people's high standards, don't mind paying what I would class steep prices then you'll be fine to go there Only reason why I gave 2 stars is for the views that we tried to enjoy in peace outside for a short while before leaving as we felt uncomfortable staying any longer than half an hour whilst trying to rest our legs

Haven't been here for a good few years ... I wasn't disappointed ! Classic pub with reasonable priced food & drinks was here not long after opening time & food & service was quick & served by pleasant staff ; within an hour it got much busier.moved outside for drinks & coffee.which was lovely with the views & sunshine ..will definitely be visiting again soon 😊

I chose this place because I was looking for a dog friendly pub that did a roast beef sandwich. St Julian obliged and had lovely views over the river and plenty of seats on the balcony and on the grass. Staff very attentive and pleasant.

Good basic food, really enjoyed it and view of the river was great

The best pub garden view in Newport

Always good staff members and always brilliant food

One of the last traditional pubs left in Newport is a superb location by the river.

Lovely pub on the side of the usk, decent drinks prices and very well priced food.

Wow amazing pub meals, service outstanding!!!! Wonderful views Lovely place.

Nice atmosphere. Ploughman's platter disappointing. Basically a cheese and pickle baguette, not worth £7.00.

Nice in the summer watching the tide come in from the veranda. And a drink too😎

Great pub, your 4-legged friend welcomed too.

Friday afternoon jazz,great session.

Friendly pub with a nice atmosphere, the food was excellent 👌

I've never been here before. But will be going back.

Enjoyed an afternoon with retired friends and had an enjoyable Bar Meal priced very competitively. Comfortable surroundings and great views of the Usk River and Caerleon Roman Fortress of Isca. Well worth a visit. There is plenty of parking space. Just be careful when leaving the Car Park as it is on a bend.

Friendly staff and perfect for our friends after service gathering

Lovely pub, but it was quite cold in the basement where we were playing skittles.

A very warm welcome and nice atmosphere

Absolutely amazing place, all the staff were wonderful and so so helpful. We held my Dad's Celebration of Life here. The girls who work there told me the buffet was lovely and plentiful and they weren't kidding. All our guests said what a wonderful choice and so professionally done. When I went up to settle the bill I was thanking them and passing on the compliments they said others had thanked them and said about the food. So a very big thank you guys for everything you all did yesterday for my family and friends. Excellent all round.

Nice traditional pub, some of the staff are excellent

Excellent ales and ciders and friendly staff.

Always a great local pub on the banks of the river Usk with great views.

Excellent visit. Light lunch was good. Friendly staff

This is very much a traditional pub. No airs and graces as they say and very much what you see is what you get. A stunning view across a valley greets you in the bar which I find worth the price of a pint. Where else could you find such a beautiful backdrop for a pint. They have regular music nights and as a lover of a traditional pub, I find this place to be a real joy. I can understand how other visitors might find the food to be lacking. I find it friendly and welcoming and appreciate its charm. Worth a visit for the views alone

Nice place to visit, decent selection of beers

Had my mums wake here, the staff were polite, efficient and very helpful. The buffet was excellent. It was varied, fresh and great value for the money. Thank-you for making a difficult day better. Would definitely recommend it.

Bloody expensive, great view off the patio

Fantastic send off for mike drew food was amazing thank you

Excellent lunch and the dogs were made very welcome thank you

Great find! Beautiful, good old- fashioned pub with a gorgeous view of the river.

this is a lovely pub in a great setting, it's by the river and the view is great, very reasonable prices for food and drinks, friendly and helpful staff

Nice little spot by the river, great staff

We come here every 3 weeks for catch up, great menu choice and atmosphere.

A wonderful pub with a breathtaking view of river Usk !! A pub with the best view for sure !! Very wonderful staff & regulars !! Everyone was super friendly & kind !! I wanted to have some light snacks ,but it was Sunday ,they didn't serve meals on Sundays ! But,the server gave me a piece of chocolate with my tea ! Some regulars were having a pool tournament there for a championship !! A must visit !!

Great atmosphere, but music extremely loud. Fab location and on the door step

Hi brilliant pub, staff, sunset. 😎😎😎😎👍👍👍

Popped in for a swift pint and sat out back to enjoy the glorious sunshine and view. I will be sure to return before the summer is out.

Went to an engagement party here. The food was good and the drinks were fine. £3 for a coke is a bit much though. The accept card

Very nice location, food lovely and very reasonable prices

Been many years since we last ate in the st julians. Will be a few more years before I eat there again, if ever. Just had Chicken Madras Curry. Should be advertised as mushrooms and tomato in a bowl with a hint of chicken and curry powder. Totally tasteless ! Plate was watery from the rice, thankfully had some chips, not half and half. Had more tinned mushrooms than chicken. Nan bread had no taste either. Very dissapointed. Number of year's ago it use to be the best pub curry around.

Lasagne…..burnt, microwaved for too long, not much of it. Came with “Garlic Bread” - 2 very small pieces which weren’t worth having! Chips were ok but the salad barely covered a chip Cheap but still not worth it! Very disappointing!!

Had lunch there. Sat inside, but they have a terrace overlooking the tidal Usk river. Very low level so more mud than water, but would be very different on another day. Food, service and prices were good.

Beautiful spot to catch the sunset on the river, with nice outside and inside tables (also with darts, pool table and TV inside), and nice service too

Good food at a good price and excellent draft beers and friendly bar staff.

Great beer, nice lunch, fabulous view (a very friendly place!)

Really nice proper flat cider 👍

Great pub by the river. Lovely food too and friendly staff. Good parking.

Best beer verandah view in Newport. Excellent meals.

Lovely on the balcony looking over the river.

Lovely pub beautiful views across the river

Nice pub overlooking the river.

Lovely spot for an evening drink.

Really homely old pub staff where friendly table service was amazing , pool table was in great nick and dart 🎯 board was in good shape as well as the dart

Went to a whiskey tasting. Had the best Guinness and blackcurrant. Plenty of food in the buffet but the room downstairs was not very warm.

As per the title, you get what you pay for. Food was bland, and chips still hard in the middle. Staff weren't engaging, only spoke when spoken to. Nice view of the river, shame about everything else.

Very nice pub with a lovely view

Good food drinks and views staff are really friendly too

Always a good night here. Excellent food reasonably priced. Beautiful views outside.

Excellent, traditional pub in a convenient and attractive position by the River Usk. Food offers real value and range of ales and lagers available is more than adequate.

Been our pub for a few years, go there mostly on a Saturday with our friends. Very friendly service good, also had nice pub meals there. X

It was a great night lovely food and happy staff makes a big difference xx

Lovely cosey little pub set on the banks of the Usk.

Went there with my brother and sister and dog Murphy. Great staff great meal, we had a lovely time warm and cosy and very inviting

Private party excellent service when we had a time issue many thanks to you

We've just moved into the area, and tried this pub a few days ago. The staff are helpful and very friendly, they have decent hand-drawn ales,and do decent "pub grub". My Welsh Beef Curry was lovely!! They also welcome dogs too. Needless to say, I think we've found our new local.

It is my favourite pub on a sunny day or even a cold winter's day. Fab views with friendly staff

Great local pub with friendly & courteous staff

A great view of the river and a great selection of real ales. Will be back soon. Steve

Brilliant pub with great beer, food and welcoming staff. The Landlord is a great guy also. Thanks Steve for your hospitality

this pub is lovely. the staff are so friendly and the atmosphere is welcoming, relaxed and enjoyable. live music some nights, drinks are very reasonably priced, the outside seating has a picturesque view of the river and countryside. inside there is seating of all shapes and sizes, a darts board and pool table. I suffer from anxiety and usually avoid all social settings as I feel very nervous and uncomfortable. my boyfriend lives 2 mins away from the Inn and talked me into going. walked through the door and we were greeted by a very welcoming bar man and an homely relaxed atmosphere. I've been back several times already...

Friendly staff, good selection of draughts. Delicious Chilly concarne.

Good quiet pub with good atmosphere. Can be a little pricey but its worth it if you want a quiet pub

Nice pub, beautiful views. Unfortunately we arrived at 2:55 and they stopped serving lunch at 2:45 but we stayed for a couple of drinks on the upstairs patio area. Dog friendly, bringing out a bowl of water for our whippet. Next time we'll arrive earlier!

Very friendly Staff always polite and helpful. Great food. 🙂