The Benllech in Isle of Anglesey

We popped in on the off chance of a table on Sunday and we were given a nice table so we had plenty of room with our dog. We opted for the roast beef Sunday lunch and I have to say was the best roast beef on a Sunday dinner I've ever had and the veg and roast potatoes were top notch too.

During our stay in Benllech my wife and I booked in for an evening meal at The Benllech and we were delighted with our experience. The pub itself wasn't "up itself" like many these days, instead it was individual and homely with a nice atmosphere. The staff were all youngsters but that didn't stop them being friendly and efficient. We were seated, with our pooch, quickly, and provided with menus. Our drinks were provided and fairly soon after, our food arrived. My wife's sirloin steak was done exactly as requested (very well done) and my Chicken Tower Burger was delicious. Overall, an excellent meal, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend The Benllech.

We had Sunday lunch after a quick,but very nice meal on the previous Saturday evening Lunch was a lamb and a vegetarian meal, both of which were very good. The meals were quite large and certainly,the lamb was very tasty. A good selection of drinks set off a very enjoyable lunch.

The food and service was excellent in this very busy pub. They were extremely busy but we were served quickly and had a very enjoyable meal. Our second visit this month with different family members and was very impressed.on both occasions. Highly recommend a visit.

A lovely place to eat.The menu choice was excellent and different from the usual pub food. The service was excellent , friendly and efficient. Would highly recommend.

Amazing. Seabass and salmon cooked to perfection. Welcoming and all cooked fresh and the dogs got plenty of cuddles. Travelled to many places and this is up there with five star hotels and major restaurants.

Brilliant pub, enjoyed a delicious Sunday dinner at a very reasonable price. Empty plates all round and great quality. Dog friendly and a good old fashioned proper pub .

I was really looking forward to dinner at this pub as it had been busy every night of our holiday. We got there at 7pm and already the specials had run out. I ordered the pie of the day, and at £14, I expected an individual pie, what I got was a very small slice of over cooked pie. It was obviously the last “slice” as it was removed from the board after I ordered it. The whole meal was a rip off, we had to wait to get seated at our table while the waitress argued with a bunch of sweary, drunk men who had decided to take our table and move our reservation to another table, right in the main thoroughfare. Then as we finished our drinks, the bingo started and the barman doing it decided to swear his way through the bingo calling and he obviously thought he was hilarious. All in all, an overpriced, disappointing family night out. I would avoid it if I were you.

Nice pub been many times over the last 5 years while holidaying, I was a little bit disappointed with the price of the NON alcohol Guinness £5.90 from a can, the same price as normal Guinness from the pump,

This was booked fir a birthday meal and because there were 17 if us plus a very placid dog we were seated in the private room. This was more than adequate. We had 3 menus to pick and mix from. There were ample choices and everybody was very pleased with their choices. The service was slick and everybody able to eat together with very short delays . We had our own bar, and although this was during Sunday lunch, we were served immediately. There5a small stoney parking space, but across the side road to the beach, there's a pay and display car park. During the holiday season, March to October, book your table for Fridays,Saturdays, and Sundays is essential. This review might be biased because it is my local.

Food and service excellent. Ate here 2 nights whilst on holiday and the food was exceptional. On a higher level than pub grub but not over priced.

We wanted to spend a great evening as a family however, here is what we managed to achieve: wine was watered down, chips were undercooked, terrible GF battered fish and something for kids that they serve as PIZZA which has got nothing to do with it, just a piece of bread ideal to upset a kid that loves pizza. Thank god we live miles away and it's not our local!

Went in this pub a few times over the last few weeks with young children and my grandparents. Every time you sit listening to loud conversations by staff which are completely inappropriate- swearing, sexual references, arguing, etc calling each other d***s, making comments like “I was so p*****” “I sh** myself “ f this f that. One male member of staff almost shouts every word including all his swearing and retelling of his drunken antics. He doesn’t care there are children listening in. Wish the pub would do something as otherwise a nice place.

Visited this superb pub twice whilst holidaying in the area. Good pub food, a good range of well kept beers and most importantly a friendly welcome.

Sunday lunch -roast beef. Mine didn’t have much gravy so I asked the barman if I could have a little more. He said yes went away then came back and called us to the bar (as we’re sat with our Sunday lunches) and said we had to pay £2. Surprised and a little embarrassed we paid but it felt quite mean on their part. Maybe I should have asked for a £2 refund on my Sunday lunch with only a drizzle of gravy leaving it quite dry. Anyway - at least we know what to expect for next time. Pity because we really do like this pub and have been coming regularly over the last few months. First time Sunday lunch though.

Came here for a meal with my family. Staff were friendly and welcoming. I could only give it one star for the staff but the main purpose for our visit was for a meal. For the price they charge for food, definitely not worth it. My burger was awful. The driest burger ever. Maybe they should consider one 8oz burger instead of two 4 oz. My daughter had the meatballs, never seen such overcooked pasta then topped with a dollop of sauce and a few meatballs. I definitely would NOT recommend here for food.

We came here as a family,first time for many of us , being told how good it was , the food ,the dessert and the beer.service was a bit on the slow side , getting our orders a bit difficult, but got there in the end .Food , on the whole well cooked ,good portions of meat ,but not enough potatoes and overcooked, no where near enough gravy so asked for more , shame seeing its £12.50 a portion , vegetables good portion . Desserts well presented ,and good sized portions. Been told that when bill came charged £14.00 extra for gravy.All good restaurants DO NOT charge extra for this .A reasonably good dinner spoilt by a penny pincher . If the management wants our business , then they should think about customers not MONEY. What a shame .On the whole would go back if this BIG problem was sorted , perhaps it was a mistake .I hope so.

We went there for a meal as we were on holiday, we took our dog and was made very welcome even biscuits for our dog, the food was lovely as was the staff

Not amazing But the food was okay. Portions were ridiculous for the price of everything. Drinks were very expensive.

We go here every weekend and it's a top pub. The food is great and the staff are brilliant. My only issue is dogs. I endure dogs, the pub welcomes responsible dog owners and I get that but today I noticed dogs on tables being petted, on the upholstery and a ton of barking. We dont go in there to put up with that to be fair. Kids sit on those seats and doggy bottoms are what they are. Needs sorting out. Unhygienic sorry.

Historically pubs were meant to be a place in which you felt better coming out than when you went in. Landlords were cheerful and welcoming with a “ Cheerio and thank you” when you left - sadly it seems that is now a rarity. Now we mostly have “managers” who are more concerned with producing the monthly figures. Simply writing on the wall “Welcome” or even worse “Warm Welcome” does not cut it when it becomes immediately obvious you will get neither. Here is our biggest gripe - We order a premium Gin with a premium Tonic and ask for ice AND a slice of cucumber - after the drink is poured we are told there is no cucumber (odd for an establishment that sells food) NOW comes the interesting bit - within approximately 20 yards is a Tesco Express! What about this for an idea - cross the bloody road and get some! Did we order a second round of drinks - NO Did we return during our weeks holiday - NO - Would we recommend it to anyone else - NO. Will these attitudes improve the chances of pubs surviving or continuing on the road to oblivion - I will let you decide that one.

Visited as a group of 7, 2 couples with kids and grandparent and 4 dogs and were warmly welcomed after another nearby pub wouldn't due to their limited dogs policy. Food was great quality and specials were good variety. Staff friendly and happy to give water and treats for the dogs.

table was ready and waiting and staff were polite and efficient . but the food was poor. the kids had chicken goujons and my wife a kind of cheesey tart. i should have sent it back but didnt. i had fish and chips which was ok. weve been to the benny many times but were dissapointed this time

We were able to sit outside under the gazebos otherwise I am not sure we would have stayed to have a drink inside. Drinks were reasonably priced. The bottle for our drinks order was taken away and the measures hand poured in a different bar, nothing unusual with using manual measures but not in front of the customer seemed a bit unusual. As we could see the pouring it was not worth commenting on at the time. The menu, left on the outside table, was a food stained piece of A4 paper. Not particularly good way to get customers to consider eating here. The staff seemed to be a bit disengaged from customer service. The service a bit perfunctory with their focus being engagement with each other rather than us as customers. All in all a rather disappointing experience but as it was local to where we were staying it was a case of no other options nearby

The location is amazing and outside is lovely, but the menu has recently been changed and it’s very disappointing. The food used to be lovely! Would no longer recommend visiting

First of all I was ignored at the bar, it felt like they serve people they know first and it’s just about who shouts the loudest. We waited for a table which was fine as I could see how busy it was but then without warning we waited an hour for our food, when it came it was very average. The waiting on staff were very friendly especially the young man who served us but overall the experience was disappointing.

We frequent the Benllech on a regular basis, as we have a touring caravan sited nearby. Saturday nights have live music, and there is always a great, friendly atmosphere. The bar is well stocked, and well staffed, and we rarely need to wait more than a minute or two for service. Food is also great quality and value, and the menu is regularly updated. There is also a nice beer garden at the front for those hot summer days. Try a pint of Dizzy Blonde if you like your ale...its a very nice pint.

It was very busy and there were few staff when we arrived. However this got better as the night went on. We made the mistake of ordering sausages that turned out to be vegetarian ones apparently composing mostly mash potato with leeks. Served with mashed potato… you get the idea. The outside of the pub was nicely done but inside felt like an old people’s home dining room.

Amazing food, great staff, nice atmosphere and fast service despite being busy and we were a party of 11 Portions are huge , I couldn't finish my sticky bbq halloumi nachos

Booked a table by phoning no problem at all there was 6 of us and we sat in the conservatory, staff are brilliant really friendly and tell you straight away what isn’t a available on the menu, specials board is really good , there is an electric bell on the tables which is a great idea as you can press it when you want to order , pay bill etc Food was lovely the fish and chips was the nicest of the holiday as was the chicken tikka kebab excellent service and a lovely night

Great location with views of the beach from the outside seating area. Fabulous menu and lovely food. Excellent service. We had a lunch here but would recommend for both lunch and dinner. Would definitely come back again next time we visit Benllech.

On holiday in area 2 friends have dietary issues some to waitress and chef came out to chat. Food excellent I had mussels large portions house pie went down well with men. Reasonably priced

Really good value food and GREAT Staff. Always worth going tripadvisor is really really really really a boyish with this minimum 100 character crap

Good standard pub food, not a vast menu but reasonably priced and well cooked. Bit disappointed that two out of the three Robinson brewed ales ran out when ordered a pint of each, leaving only one on hand pull. Large pub with good sized outdoor...

Been her a couple times wen visiting benlech beach and it never dissapoints the food is amazing and reasonable priced staff attentive i carnt fault the place so see ya next weekend guys

We strolled into this pub looking for some good scran and it was very busy however the waiter managed to squeeze all four of us in being very helpful like all of the staff were. All the staff were helpful, cheery and friendly from answering...

We can’t comment on any food or drink as we stood at the bar and not one of the 3 staff acknowledged us for what seemed an age , I also heard a table of the 4 men loudly swearing in a heated discussion. The...

Amazing food. Had fresh fish and chip to die for. My wife had the chicken burger which was huge and tasted fantastic. Great friendly service. We definitely return when back at Benllech.

Been here before and enjoyed good food in a packed pub showing the game. Went again and had good food in an empty pub as no sports shown.

Meal was delicious, lots of choice local food, nice cosy atmosphere in the evening (we went in November)

Went to The Benllech for dinner this past weekend and thoroughly enjoyed the food, service and atmosphere offered the the team there. Local pub feel with an excellent menu and tasty food. Later on a cover band played 80’s music - they were spectacular!

A lovely Sunday lunch. The food was amazing. The staff helpful and friendly. There was a great choice of food and drinks.

Quick visit for tea, out of season so quiet, staff friendly & pleasant. Garlic mushrooms for starters, more like a soup but lovely & really enjoyed the crusty bread. Mains were Steak for hubby, he said it was the best steak he'd had for a...

We were surprised with how good the food was for a general pub. All four adults had something different. They even let Mum choose from the kids menu as she had a smaller appetite. Good portions and the chips were the best I've had in...

We visited Sunday lunchtime as a couple with our dog and received a lovely warm welcome from helpful and attentive staff. We both had starters including the tasty homemade soup. My husband had the brisket Sunday lunch and I had the catch of the day...

Unexpected delight…. We’ve passed so many times and never gone in because we didn’t realise it was dog friendly. Went in on the off chance and we were pleasantly surprised. Lovely warm welcome, super waitress Molly couldn’t be more helpful (we are truly awkward about...

Welcomed by bar staff, ordered food from table once we realised what the bell was for, excellent food, great portions thoroughly recommend the fish of the day and chips. Ice cream amazing. Well worth a visit and is dog friendly in part.

We haven't been here for a while and have always loved it. Unfortunately this time we were a bit let down by very loud, silly staff singing and swearing and laughing. I'm all for people enjoying themselves at work its lovely but having worked in...

Three of us called at The Benllech restaurant at noon for Sunday lunch without prior booking. At first the restaurant was empty but we saw that several tables were reserved (a good sign!), and soon several other parties arrived. There was a pleasant atmosphere about...

We had a lovely meal at the Benllech last night, lovely Thai crab cake starter, served with delish mayo, which had a nice refreshing flavour , very morish .My husband had best burger he’s ever tasted, with bacon, gherkins and melted blue cheese , chunky...

Vegan options were amazing tasty and pretty big portions too. Great location amazing views over the beach. Would definitely come back here

Drunken woman shouting about how good it was that the Queen was dead because she was a lazy b***h who did nothing for Wales. This drunk actually went around the pub mouthing off but the staff did nothing because the drunk woman was actually the...

Visited on 12 Sept. as we had been recommended , quite nice alternative menu , main course ordered and delivered in about 20 minutes and the food was good although not everybody liking but you can’t please them all , we then decided to have...

We visited The Benllech Hotel for the first time today, although we live nearby. We were greeted by a friendly barman and went to choose our table We were very surprised to see the interesting menu choices and when our food arrived we were very...

Lovely place , food was very good . Staff very friendly . Buzzer on table good idea - Good portions and very well priced . Thanks will call in again.

We ate here this afternoon. It's a nice Pub with lots of seating outside, some in the shade, some not. Nice staff and atmosphere. I had vegan fish and chips which was lovely and my partner had a New York burger that was in a...

Visited (as a couple) on a Wednesday night. Had a seafood pasta special and a burger followed by two Sundaes. All very tasty and reasonably priced. Given 4 stars rather than 5 as we were told the online menu had not been updated for two...

Popped in on the way up from the beach and booked a table for 6.30 . We arrived at 6.10 ,prepared to wait with a drink but no problem , we were shown to our table … all the staff were attentive and friendly. We...

Booked a table for Sunday lunch and was told that they only had lamb left. The plate arrived and stank… rancid. I asked the waitress if she could take it back to the kitchen as it smelt awful and she put her nose to it,...

Good quality and reasonable priced real ale. Food was disappointing though. The Curry of the day for the money involved was extremely poor. The fish in the Fish and Chips was small for the money. Hake specials was OK. Comparison between Kids Burger meals and...

Great fish and chips one night and oven baked rainbow trout and veg another night. Better menu than your average pub and a good specials menu. I would definitely go again if we are ever back in Anglesey.

Call on spec for a meal the barman could not be more helpful, they have a great system we’re there is a call button on your table so once you have chosen your meal press this and your server comes and takes your order. We...

Called in early evening and choose a couple of burger dishes and wow what a treat .food quality was outstanding even as they were getting battered in busy service and waiting time was a little longer than usual. the staff were really friendly and managed...

Staying in the village meant a visit here was foreseen as the only pub in the village. Staff were attentive and the place was clean and tidy. Drinks prices were ready acme considering the views of the beach and central to the village. This continued...

We were staying in a local caravan site, went on our first night and sat outside which was busy due to the jubilee and warm weather but staff at the bar were great and got everyone served quickly. We booked a table for food for...

Food was excellent, great choice with vegetarian/vegan options. Very reasonably priced. Staff friendly and helpful. Dog friendly which was a big plus. Pool table to pass the time while it rained! Couldn’t fault the place, would definitely recommend.

This is a lovely pub, with an amazing outdoor seating area. Food was nice, and we really enjoyed our meal here. Would definitely go back.

We were here as a family of 6. Very friendly helpful staff and the food was really good. Large, fresh portions. Not a single complaint from any of us. Would happily eat here again

Wonderful lunch, lovely staff and cosy atmosphere. 5 of us dining and not a crumb left between us! Well done The Benllech.

Visited with friends this weekend. The Sunday lunch is highly recommended. I had beef, plenty of meat and a delicious gravy too. Best Sunday lunch I have had in ages 🙂

Went twice on a trip to Anglesey, had a good crab dish the first time then had a brilliant Sunday lunch the next day. The gravy and veg were great and lamb was excellent. All the staff were friendly and helpful

We stopped by for lunch today. I expected and average pub meal but to be fair it was a very good meal. Calamari in a lovely crispy batter, perfectly cooked, no rubber bands here. both main course 1x hake and 1 x steak were cooked...

Dark,dank place loud staff good poor.we will not call here again it was not a good meal I ordered curry and it wasn't a curry that arrived it was was sweet and a bit fruity not my idea of a curry.

Poor service waited over an hour and a half for our starters and when we asked how long they said they would find out but they didn’t come back to us for 15 minutes We were told they would bring the food straight out and...

Wow, Sunday lunch, beef so tender, very tasty rich gravy and enough of it. Carrots, beans and brocolli and stuffing all really nice. The best Sunday lunch out ever, compliants to the chef. Followed by Messy Sundae, tart, sweet and really really nice! Staff very...

We were: * Acknowledged on arrival with a Smile. * Invited to choose where we wanted to sit. * Given time to settle then Caz approached to take drink orders, clarify soup, etc. listen to special requests then confirm our order so no disappointments. Very...

First time visit to the Benllech for a Sunday lunchtime trip. Staff were all friendly and helpful. They use a table buzzer to attract attention which was really useful. Good choice of food - an extensive choice of menu. The food was very good. We...

The Benllech is a down to earth pub, with a pool table and multiple sport screens, but do not let this put you off. The ale is superbly kept, the coffee was hot, and the staff were very friendly. The menu is varied, pub fayre....

Booked to eat dinner here & loved it. They have a separate vegan menu, which was fab, but unfortunately it was different to the on-line version that I'd already made my choice from. I had vegan fish & chips and despite the odd appearance of...

Went for a dinner and had previously looked up and saw that this pub had vegetarian and gluten free awards so was expecting a catered menu. The menu we picked up was filled with meat and poultry and the only range for vegetarians, vegans and...

Visited here with the Inlaws and our two dogs after a walk along the beach. The staff were amazing. The food was lovely. Great place. Would definitely go back when next in the area.

We go here whenever we visit Benllech . The staff are fantastic and friendly and the food is always good.The portion sizes are so big and not overpriced.Never have a problem booking in and Jordan was very helpful and friendly.We have never had a bad...

Just popped in for Sunny lunch after a blustery walk on the fabulous Anglesey coastal path and could not fault the food, drink and service. A very friendly place with a large menu and a Sunday lunch as good as my Nan you to cook....

Staff were friendly enough but pub bit stunk of piss. Was that bad had to sit outside. Didnt try food.. it does seem busy alot so maybe food area does not smell like a toilet

Just returned from what began as a pleasant evening, with a somewhat sour taste in our mouths. The pub advertises itself as “dog friendly” pub. We arrived with the family and had been in for about an hour, chatting to other customers and waiting for...

We spent two evenings in this hotel /restaurant the food was very good well priced and service slick. We have a reactive dog and when we informed staff they found us a booth where we could isolate the dog from others. Altogether a very positive...

We popped in for coffee - as other places closed?? So had Coffee and choc brownie dessert as they didn't really do cakes, but it was lovely, brother in law had chicken tikka starter which was nice. Good service and place looked ok. very quiet...

After visiting many times we went on tue 28th ordered the pate as a main I can honestly say the pate was so small not much bigger than a butter !! Only enough to spread on one bit of bread ! Asked the girl serving...

I was the unlucky one having chosen a gammon main course .The only good component was chips.The gammon was tough as were the garden peas Two had tagliatelle which was acceptable and one a medium steak.The starters of whitebait ,nachos and garlic mushrooms were alright...

We were staying in Benllech for three nights. Came here twice- once for drinks and second for dinner. Friendly service and very tasty chips with our dinner. Advised to book ahead

We had a great Sunday lunch here while we were staying in Benllech. Staff were very helpful and friendly. We had our 16 month granddaughter with us and the staff were great with her. The menu was varied and when the food came the portions...

Booked a table for early evening, the pub was not too busy but the tables are well spaced out. Staff are very friendly and efficient. We both had starters and mains and all was delicious, generous portions too. I would return.

Lovely roast lamb, could not fault the food Very strange set up and having to pay as you go. All a bit disjointed at the pub….

We had a fantastic meal the food and service was amazing, we will definitely be calling again next time we are in benllech.

Popped in for lunch whilst on holiday in the area. We sat outside with our dogs but I believe dogs are allowed inside. The food was lovely, the cream of white onion soup was delicious. Good value for money, worth a visit.

First the car Park was cordoned off with what looked liked staff cars . Waited to be shown to a table, a woman came and we asked for a table for 2. She asked was it for drinks or food, we said both. Her reply...

you should 100% come to this place as the kids beef burger as it was amazing and i would have it again as my tummy was very happy but they didn’t have any sports on !!! my dad was very unhappy and they didn’t put...

A family member recommended we try the Benllech for food, so decided to pop in for lunch on the off chance they had a table. A polite gentleman offered us a seat inside (with our dog) as it was a little cold for us to...

Last year we had a lovely meal here but this year it had changed so much. The atmosphere I think was dictated by all the red tape and traffic cones everywhere, it looked like a murder scene! I'm not sure whether this was for covid...

We visited here last year and were impressed so tried again last week. Glad to say it hadn't changed. Good big portions , a big selection and great prices. Staff were helpful and friendly and the service was top notch. Recommended and will visit again!