The Bay Bistro and Coffee House in Swansea

Very disappointing experience. Hot chocolate was Luke warm and gluten free banana cake was dry, solid and expensive! The only positive was the view which was good.

When visiting Rhossili dropping into The View is a must in my opinion, even if it’s just for a cup of tea. Popped in impromptu for a quick bite to eat and ended up staying a while. The staff were extremely helpful and the food was exceptional. The calamari was delicious and cooked perfectly. The Korean loaded fries were amazing and enough for two to share. The smoothie of the week ‘coco loco’ in my opinion was out of this world but I do love coconut so no surprise there. I really hope that makes it to the main menu. Back to the staff… They couldn’t have been more helpful, a couple came in for what I can only assume was tea and cake ( I didn’t hear the full conversation) but I did hear the lad serving behind the counter offer an alternative which wasn’t on the menu, which the lady happily purchased. Another member of staff happily interacted with the customers behind me discussing random topics. Yes obviously the view from the window is amazing, it’s been rated as one the top beaches in the world on numerous occasions. For me, visiting today, the staff’s kindness and quality of the food out shone the beach. I will be returning!

Very disappointed. From the moment we arrived the young woman stood near the reception ignored us, no eye contact at all. The menu was very limited and overpriced for what you got. Welsh Rarebit was 2 small slices of bread clearly missing the cheese, served on a bed of cheap salad - ice berg, a couple of thin slices tomato and a sprinkle of red onion. cost £7.99. Soup was carrot and coriander, coriander could not be tasted - consistency and colour looked like packet soup - again over £6. Service was very slow, Coffee was the smallest cappuccino ever and lukewarm. This is an establishment trading on location alone and I felt cheated with a bill of £19. Don’t go there for the food. Such a shame it creates a bad impression of Gower.

So many of the reviews for the View are so incredibly (I'm using that word in its literal sense) positive that I had stupidly high expectations. I had fond memories of this place a few years ago, when the food was a bit special. Unfortunately reality was a letdown when we visited on a wet midweek day. There were only three other tables occupied when we arrived and stood wondering where the menus were and whether we should seat ourselves. The young woman behind the counter ignored us. No idea what she was doing, it wasn't busy. When we finally located the menu it seemed pretty standard stuff. There were three of us: one ordered soup and a side of chips, one the veggie breakfast and one the Welsh rarebit. While we waited for the food, we listened to too-loud rock music. I'm guessing it was the staff's choice and not designed to please older out-of-season customers. A couple who'd come in and sat down after us shifted table, looking for a quieter spot, then decided to leave before ordering. The veggie breakfast was okay, as were the chips. The soup was ultra-smooth and had a glutinous texture and a gloss that left the two of us who regularly make our own soup suspicious that it had started life in a packet. It was impossible to guess the ingredients because it was so salty. The Welsh rarebit was a thin layer of white sauce with a few mustard seeds through it, spread on toast and grilled. No recognisable cheese flavour, no gooey melted-cheese texture. Welsh rarebit is a lovely, flavoursome bite if made properly with plenty of mature cheddar and some Worcestershire sauce. This was not only bland but came already covered with sickly sweet onion relish — so I didn't get to choose whether I wanted to add it or not. I didn't want it. Relish should be served on the side. Cappuccino and latte were tepid, the cappuccino served in cups so small that a couple of mouthfuls and you were done. When we left there were new bemused customers standing at the counter and no staff to be seen. Perhaps we visited on a bad day. Perhaps chef wasn't in the kitchen. We don't know. From our perspective — good home cooks always on the lookout for better food than we can make at home — the view is the only really good thing about the View.

The View is ideally situated overlooking Rhossili bay, hence the name. The cafe/bar serves excellent food with very helpful and friendly staff. My wife loved the hot chocolate and my full Welsh breakfast was amazing. The View is also very dog friendly both inside and out

We frequently visit The View as food & service here is consistently good. It's especially great for dog owners, and our pet now recognises she is in for some treats when we visit. On this occasion, I was particularly impressed. I was served by two lads at the till. My friend was gluten intolerant and asked for some guidance. Both staff were incredibly knowledgeable and helpful. I hadn't realised that more items than not on the menu can be served free of gluten! Everything we had was delicious 😋. So, a massive thumbs up Sarah & Chris!

Called in for food and a coffee. Had the small plate selection to try different things and it did not disappoint and plenty of choice. Absolutely delicious! Gorgeous place, stunning views, lovely staff. Perfect chillout after a walk yo worms head. Can't wait to go back.

This is a great lunchtime idea - £20 for three good sized small plates. We had the Welsh rarebit, arancini and calamari which were all delicious. Staff were also friendly and polite on a very busy August day.

Amazing food and service. All the staff were lovely. We had the soup of the day the cheese ploughman’s sandwich, flatbread with halloumi & salad and rustic chips all A* highly recommend this restaurant, will definitely be back! And of course the view over Rhossili Beach was mesmerising!

Great place to visit fantastic view of rhossili beach! food is great and they do a great job of getting it out to you fast even when it was very busy when we were there! all the staff are really polite helpful and friendly and the owner chris makes the effort to visit tables and chat with customers and make sure everything is ok which is nice to see! definitely would recommend this place and i would definitely visit it again! 👍🏼

Amazing spot for drinks!!! Chips are the best ever. Very dog friendly. Thank you to Chris for the excellent service and friendliness. We will be back.

Went with family to have some lunch taking Mother and Mother in law for an early mothers day. Such welcoming people and the food that everyone had was fantastic. Everyone enjoyed what they had which is what you want. The korean loaded fries looked amazing and the fish and chips was huge (but was still polished off by both mums!). Can't wait for some warmer weather so we can go back, sit outside and take in the amazing view! Thanks!

Visited for coffee and snack recently , haven’t been there for a over a year and noticed a massive difference , it is now dog friendly inside with a fantastic menu , very welcoming and friendly staff which enhanced our experience, will be visiting again when we are next in Rhossili.

Came here a few (maybe 10!) years ago and loved the location. So nice to return and find the whole venue now upgraded and dog friendly with a much improved modern menu. We had the Korean chicken loaded fries and the rarebit which were both delicious. Staff were very friendly and service efficient.

Beautiful place for lunch overlooking Rhosilli beach. Very welcoming and great customer service. Dog friendly. Outside tables with stunning view. Cosy inside.

I can't think of anywhere else in the area where you can sit inside for a full cooked breakfast if you have a dog. But that aside I think we've found the perfect place to have breakfast. The breakfast itself was perfect, the cafe cosy, the staff welcoming and the view breath taking. We'll be back!

Exceptional food, staff and value for money. Freshly cooked and well presented food, a really lovely and comfortable venue. Do not even consider going to the hotel down the road absolutely no comparison.

An unforgettable brunch spot with fantastic views over Rhossili bay. My boyfriend and I got the Korean loaded fries and our friends got the Dahl and Welsh Rarebit - we were all super impressed. The chai lattes were dreamy (we ordered a 2nd round) - would highly recommend. Chris was so warm and welcoming too! A must visit in The Gower

We had a wonderful lunch today, the staff couldn’t have been better and the chips might be the best I’ve ever had (so so so good). The halloumi flatbread was stunning and view is breathtaking. We’ll he back again soon! Also, enjoying the addition of the log burner since we last visited.

Best breakfast on the Gower! Had the Welsh breakfast and can honestly say every element was absolutely perfect. My husband and I also came back again two days later to sit by the log burner and drink coffee. Lovely cosy atmosphere and of course the view can't be beaten. We will definitely be back next time we come to Rhossili.

We’ve been waiting for a chance to go and visit this place again since new management took over. It was great before, but excited to see the change in offer via social media. A perfect walk on the beach, all to ourselves and then a fabulous lunch here. The view is aptly named. It is breathtaking looking over the expanse of beach while enjoying such lovely food. Staff friendly and helpful. The new menu is brilliant, I had Welsh rarebit and my husband had halloumi flatbread, we shared chips. It was all beautifully presented, tasted delicious. The chips! So moreish. Also picked up a couple of small gifts. Perfect. Good value for money, absolutely do go. You will never regret it.

Lovely friendly cafe with the most wonderful view and delicious food. Menu was interesting and varied, staff friendly and location outstanding

Stopped in with our 2 dogs for a bacon and egg sandwich and a coffee after a walk. Both were excellent. Service very friendly. Views spectacular.

The weather was miserable but The View was fantastic, I liaised with them about table availability as my friend was planning a wedding proposal over looking the bay, they were helpful and responsive. We went in for food after and they had a table laid out for us with a bottle of prosecco on ice and a congratulations card written out. The food was incredible, the staff were lovely and the restaurant was wonderfully cosy!

We had a delicious lunch at “The View” when visiting Rhossili Bay today. The staff were so friendly and welcoming. We were recommended an amazing walk over the imposing hills adjacent to the beach and it turned out to be one of the most magnificent walks we’ve ever done. We set ourselves a target of completing it before the cafe closed at 3:30pm so we could return for tea and cake. Luckily managed it with minutes to spare.

Had an incredible brunch here today. Some of the best food I’ve eaten in a long time, all home made and freshly made and the view makes it that much more special. Highly recommend.

Andrew, his family, and team create a welcoming and charming cafe for humans and canine companions alike! We had a delicious meal of jacket potatoes (two kinds) and a scrumptious soup, which was perfect after a long day of walking around the beach and cliffs....

Wow! What a view and really tasty , freshly made leek and potato soup ( with a coriander oil ?) . The mezze plate was so good I asked Chris ( the chef, who oozes charm) for the dhukkah recipe , which he generously shared....

We had a ham and cheese tostie with a portion of chips. The tostie is one of the best I have ever had anywhere. Absolutely delicious 😋, the chips was also divine. View was stunning and the staff was lovely. Good value for money. Well...

Epic location, great coffee, top quality fresh and healthy food (vegan friendly).. Staff and owners friendly, energetic and funny!

Walking around the corner on a wet Saturday in September we were greeted by breathtaking views from this perfectly situated cafe which overlooks the magnificent rhosilli beach, We always struggle to find imaginative vegetation options on our travels so we were all delighted with the...

Lovely menu, welcoming staff, superb atmosphere, situated in the most beautiful part of Wales. Just magical! Well worth a visit.

We visited for lunch towards the end of September. The weather was good so we sat outside. The view over rhossili beach was stunning. The view is well named. We took our dog, the view is dog friendly inside and out. The menu was varied....

Cannot recommend this place highly enough. The salad bowl was the best salad my husband has ever eaten (apparently) and I found the staff super helpful even when I was being fussy about garlic on my flatbread which was my mistake. Delicious food, wonderful setting....

Sadly not the best experience. We arrived at 7pm an hour before closing, one other table occupied. Welcome was rather indifferent, we ordered fish and chip and the Buddha bowl. the buddha bowl was excellent, but the fish was not cooked through and was cold...

What a find,very welcoming, relaxed atmosphere . A small but interesting menu, can recommend the chicken loaded chips. Stunning views from the terrace, perfect with a glass of something cold. Children made very welcome with games provided.

Great food, great view, lovely service and a never ending supply of Gower Gold. The only negative is that more people weren’t in the restaurant at night - they’re missing out on a real treat

i loved all of the food you the staff so friendly do you know the owners of the look out tea rooms

I recently came back from a visit to Rhossili Bay and was amazed by the standard of food at the View I had the Korean Loaded Fries and calamari and it was amazing. I would highly recommend this hidden gem I’m disappointed I didn’t take...

Absolutely fantastic food! Especially considering it’s a hugely popular small coastal cafe. It was a bank holiday and the tables were full, with some people waiting outside for seats, but the staff were totally on it. We got delicious coffee and hot chocolate in 5...

Are rare find in South Wales …. A lunch time spot that offers a healthy range of very tasty options including more than 1 vegetarian option! I had the Buddha bowl which was delicious and the kids enjoyed their burgers 😊. All of this whilst...

I wanted to love this place but it sadly didn't live up to expectations. We waited ages for lunch (having queued to order with 8 other tables in front of us) and felt the prices just didn't reflect the food offering. £4.95 for a chocolate brownie and £15 for a flatbread with 3 dips and some halloumi seemed excessive, although the fish and chips at £18 was tasty and certainly felt a little better value. I came last summer and really enjoyed coffee and cake in relaxed surroundings here. Maybe we were just unlucky the day we visited this summer but at least if your kitchen is struggling to cope with demand, let your customers know the wait is likely to be 45 mins to an hour plus so we can make an informed decision about whether to stay before ordering.

We visited recently as a family of 6, everything was absolutely delicious. We had fish & chips, burgers, Korean loaded fries, the sharing Meze and Moroccan Halloumi. Some of the tastiest food we’ve ever had and plenty of drinks choice too, The Gower Gold and...

Might have been busy but 45 minutes for three toasties and one child sandwich to take away was not on. Tasted nice but come on.

It doesn’t seem to accept a lower rating so this is the lowest I can put to 0 customer service was appalling and it certainly wasn’t cheap. We won’t be going back

Delicious food, nice ambience and very pleasant staff. We had a mezze sharing plate which was enough for 2 with an extra flatbread, followed by a slice of toffee cake. All lovely!

The views were great and the service good but the food was poor. The bistro has picturesque views of the beach and rolling hills. Ideal to sit and relax after a long walk. The venue is dog friendly which is great. We were really let...

Gorgeous little restaurant / cafe with lovely decor. Well staffed. Lovely views over the bay. Great menu choices and a bit different. Missed out on fish tacos but the fish and chips was fresh and light. Chips were amazing! Would definitely recommend.

Tasty vegan breakfast, terrific views, great service and really friendly staff. Would recommend and check out the Sunday sessions.

Absolutely BRILLIANT find ......the nicest lunch we've had for ages! Great service, location was stunning and a delicious Pimms too!

Was recommended this place but sorry no recommendation from me. Poor service Poor food Food cold but waited so long we just ate it. (Diabetic) Our hot drinks had gone cold by time food came out. Over priced. Egg frier needs lessons on frying an...

It was my first time to this area and it did not disappoint. The cafe overlooks the bay and its absolutely stunning. Staff were friendly and actively sought feedback from us as one of the cakes was new on the menu (and was mind-blowing -...

Fantastic service and food. Very friendly and happy to accommodate for us, even when it was clearly a very busy day for them. They allow dogs inside. Many staff members would come and check in and make sure the food is ok. We had the...

We had an amazing lunch with a beautiful view of the beach. The staff were friendly & helpful. The chef provided an unusual free from meal a "Buda Bowl" which I would highly recommend. Others in my party enjoyed the burger & fish and chips...

Left waiting, not even hello! Last year excellent, today I waited at counter, person making coffees didn't acknowledge or explain she was busy. No-one else came. Eventually gave up. Now opposite in the Lookout. Service immediate and friendly.

We stopped for a coffee and cake . Great selection of teas and cake was really tasty . The view is fantastic if the bay . Lots of seating inside and out .

I dropped into The Bay Bistro to see if I could pick up a birthday cake for my mum whilst we were staying in Rhossili on a family holiday. Ryan (the chef) was so helpful and offered to make one for us. It was absolutely...

Went to Rhossili today, force 7 blowing, went in for a hearty breakfast before walking out to Worms Head. All 4 of us chose the Australian Vegetarian Breakfast. It was excellent. Cooked to perfection. A variety of textures and flavours. The Chef, Ryan (I hope...

Great food and nice views. Service good and the Meze was fantastic. Went there twice and was not dissapointed

We had a fabulous lunch here, there was a varied menu including Eastern/Mediterranean food, which we chose & we shared dishes in order to enjoy the experience more. Such a treat that we didn’t expect to have on the Rhossili headland.

After a walk along the cliffs, an amazing meal of Korean loaded fries was amazing! Layers of taste right through the bowl. Views stunning too!

The views are a given but the menu and service at this cosy cafe are excellent. The staff are very welcoming and efficient. The menu has something for everyone including healthier options which are not always easy to find. I have been visiting Gower for...

We went to Rhosili when exploring Wales on Gower peninsula, and were lucky to find this restaurant which was great. We had a vegan breakfast and then walked in the beach went back for delicious drinks and snacks.

The food is great, the view excellent and the service is fab - the waiter was really friendly and attentive. We're on holiday this week and have been several times already. The ice cream is also the best I've tried so far in the area.

Great little spot. Amazing food (recommend the Korean Fries and Budha Bowl). Staff very good, was well looked after by Andrew and the team.

The four of us had lunch here today and it was superb. The veggie Aussie breakfast was a particular favourite for one of our party, the claim was that the veggie sausage was the best ever tasted! The rest of the food was equally as...

Well it's so hard to know where to start... Personally I thought the bill of £27 for 2 cakes, tea, coffee, green tea and diet coke was really expensive.... BUT The service is incredible, the view out of this world, food excellent. The venue is...

The best thing about the Bay Bistro is without doubt the views across Rhossili bay and the Worms Head. The menu is limited but interesting and you should find something to please you. Check it out on-line before you go to ensure i's OK. We've...

We had the best lunch at The Bay Bistro Cafe. Freshly prepared food and excellent service. Exactly what we needed after 3 long days of walking. Would highly recommend!

Best food we had on our trip to south wales would rival any trendy eatery in London. Beautifully presented with a location to match any top beach in Europe. The chef even gave us a few tips on how to recreate some of his dishes...

Really nice food excellent service can’t recommend enough. Food freshly prepared but quick good selection of cakes as well

We had a very enjoyable lunch. Delicious, fresh food. Stunning view. Friendly service. What more could you want?

We had an amazing time at the Bay Bistro, perfect stop after a long walk!! The food was amazing (cannot recommend the burger or fish and chips enough), everything was fresh hot and absolutely stunning!! To top it off it’s dog friendly and sells doggy...

Becks made our Rhossili adventure a rousing success. Her wonderful service and ability to handle so many things at once was amazing. We loved the chips and appreciated the Bay Bistro having a dedicated fryer. We will return in two weeks just so we can...

Fabulous cafe. Wonderful views but most importantly, amazing Nasi Goreng. Went back on another day for more. Should be on the menu permanently. The Australian breakfast with sausages was lovely.

Excellent service; friendly staff; welcomes dogs with their own menu and have some common sense rules ( so if your dog barks, stay away); fabulous views The main thing is the food! It is mainly vegetarian, but different, presented well and a refreshing change from...

We stopped at the Bay for lunch not having been before we didn’t know what to expect. We were both very pleased not only with the food which was excellent but the service and the location. If you haven’t tried this place you’re missing out...

This is an amazing place to eat with fantastic views overlooking the Bay, matched by great food and excellent service. We had the sharing mezze platter which was wonderful, very tasty with really good flavours. The Muhammara in the platter is Chef Ryan’s personal recipe...

Lovely little cafe. Fab views. Food was great - chips the best I’ve tasted for a long time! Dogs are allowed inside now (didn’t used to be) which makes it easier on wet days. There’s a young man, Daniel, who works there. He’s such an...

Wonderful - the weather had 'turned' on us, so a warm, welcoming environment, good coffee and good food was very much needed, and we were not disappointed. The staff could not have been more helpful (including accommodating my slightly unusual dietary requirements), great coffee, and...

Called in here by chance and what a great find !! Fusion food at its best with a fantastic view of the endless beach … excellent choice of food and drinks all served by funky friendly staff … super dog friendly too !! We liked...

We dropped in here for a bite to eat after a fantastic walk around the area. We were greeted by Chris who assured us the corean fries were a must have. Oh my! He was so right! The chicken was cooked to perfection, the herbs...

OMG, what a fabulous find. 🤩 Firstly…To be met at the entrance by the owner Chris… encouraged with enthusiasm to come in and try the food or your money back 😉 Secondly, to read a menu that made our mouths water. 😋 Thirdly, to taste...

I knew I had to visit The Bay after seeing the wonderful social media posts and advertisements online. I've visited Rhossili many times over the years and never visited The Bay before and I am so glad I did. I enjoyed our visit with friends...

Don’t normally do tripadvisor as we do this for a living but we were blown away by the food at the bay bistro, trendy menu with food from around the world put together with precision and eye catching presentation.we were so impressed we actually sent...

A beautiful location, with some amazing south East Asian flavours. Freshly made and beautifully presented. The fish Taco were amazing as were all he Korean loaded fries.

We had heard of The Bay Bistro from the power of social media. We live in Bristol and made a special trip down over the Easter weekend just to visit Rhossili! Over social media on Instagram and Facebook all we have seen are incredible images...

Wonderful experience. The food and drink was excellent. Chris was fantastic. Would recommend to all looking for a bite to eat after being on the beach.

Great experience with Chris as our host - great service after a surf! Thanks so much, will be back soon

Came down to the bay for a walk along the beach with the little ones. After the hike up and down to the beach and 2 worn out children we stopped for some food. The Bistro was really busy but the staff still had a...

Visited twice over the Easter weekend, once to watch the night draw in over Rhossili Bay with a glass of wine and once to enjoy a great breakfast as a new day dawned. Chris the owner made us very welcome from the off even bringing...

The perfect place for something to eat. We visited two days running! A lovely relaxed vibe, staff offering to take photos of customers, walking around chatting and making everyone feel welcome. I can highly recommend the cheese and ham toastie and the breakfast sandwich. (this...

We went here after surfing in the bay for some snacks and coffee and was blown away be the hospitality, kindness and quality of produce. Chris went above and beyond to make sure our experience was great, the epitome of hospitality. Had a good chat...

Absolutely unbeatable view from this lovely cafe after a long walk. Big portion sizes and extremely friendly and kind staff. Dog and child friendly.

Visited with small child and two dogs for hot drinks toastie and chips which were excellent . Friendly owner

Lovely view, very friendly staff. Great for kids & dogs. Chips were top notch crispilicious! Since I need to get to the character limit did you know Armadilos are the only other animals that can get leprosy?

We had a wonderful weekend here at rhossilli stayed in a lovely house with great views next to the bay bistro had delicious food at lunch and breakfast here owners and staff very friendly and helpful and the views are out of this world thanks...

After a lovely long coastal walk from Port Eynon we were warmly welcomed by all the friendly staff. We had the fish tacos, which were so delicious we asked how they were made and the chef very kindly handed us his recipe. Sarah, the owner,...

Fabulous place with amazing views, delicious food and excellent friendly staff. Enjoyed it so much we all went back following day for breakfast which was also wonderful.

Hilarious coincidence that so soon after a review about a workers dog being left outside on a nasty day there is one about how wonderful this average but overpriced cafe is. Read reviews with as large a pinch of salt that is put in the...