The Black Lion in Cardiff

We recently had a cracking family meal here. Proper pub grub cooked really well. I had the fish, the batter was perfect and the portions were great. The cask ale is very well kept. The staff were very helpful and attentive, without being intrusive. Well done team.

Nice classic pub. Nice classic pub grab nice classic pub staff. What more need saying?

Wow what a fantastic little pub the drinks was cheap the food was mouth watering and to top it all of the customer service was definitely one of my top 3 experiences this certainly won’t be the last time i come here like I do with all my friends and family I suggest you come take a look!

Went for lunch and it was delicious, fish cooked perfect . Chicken stack was lovely too and they were lovely and hot The staff member who served us was very helpful and friendly definitely visit again .

Proper old pub with proper beers and food usually never ad bad pint of ipa smooth in 20yrs this pub brilliant 👏 👍

One of the most welcoming venues in Llandaff. Fun staff, decent drinks and excellent food. Highly recommend to everyone. Top pub in my eyes. The new menu is a stoke of genius. With the food and how friendly the staff are, this venue is a pure winner and a must visit for anyone in the area.

Great value and tasty food. Despite a reduced menu currently as they're changing to a new one the food was great with good portions and very fresh.

Nice staff but pub could do with a makeover and like most pubs, healthier meal options. Has potential to be best pub in Llandaf. Beverley good example, nice makeover good atmos and also do happy hour £3 pints midweek enticing meal deals.

Frequently pop to the Black Lion as it is one of many local pubs in the Llandaff area. Never had a bad pint and always clean and tidy. Many locals frequent here and pretty much everyone says hello at some point. Food is really good and you’ll find that most sport is shown.

Lovely cosy traditional pub with extremely friendly staff and locals. Reasonably priced drinks and great food. Looking forward to the new menu soon.

I go to the Black Lion for drinks quite often with my boyfriend as it's local to me and have been for food with my family a couple of times too and it's lovely. The staff are friendly and it's a nice atmosphere. Nice drinks as well.

Lovely atmosphere and great staff. A great pint of Guinness and reasonably priced. Food is also good and the menu seems to get better and better. Highly recommended x

Good food and an excellent pint of Brains Dark.

5 Stars aren’t enough to praise this gorgeous venue. The staff, management and atmosphere are second to none. The food was delicious We can’t wait to return.

Myself and 4 friends had Christmas lunch at the Black Lion. It was delicious. Really nothing to complain about. The food was great value for money. We have eaten there many times throughout the year and it is always lovely. The staff are helpful and are very polite. I look forward to going there again in 2 weeks with another group of friends.

Great pub, sells brains beer, and very cheap especially the food menu. Also quite warm in there too

Christmas dinner at the Black Lion last night (2nd December), the food and service were exceptional, well done to the chef and staff you made the meal perfect. Thankyou so much from the four of us.

Nice food, friendly staff, good prices

Had the wonderful experience of meeting Jade the barmaid. Full of happiness and made my day, couldn't ask for a better experience. Would recommend to anyone. Any problems, ask for Jade! Above all that, the landlady, Jen runs a wonderful pub with fantastic staff. Pubs are all about good people and this pub is full of them!

Great chill environment on weekdays if you want a relaxing pint, and usually packed on Fridays and Saturdays so you get the best of both worlds with this place. 100% would recommend, I come here often.

Really nice employees, really welcoming, the food is great especially the burgers especially for the price

Lovely place, ultimate spicy burger is amazing would scran again, amazing pints and a nice atmosphere

Staff were very friendly! Food was very tasty with good portion sizes but some dishes were not available, and the wait was a bit long. Great value for what you got!

Probably the best place I've ever been too. No other pub can top this experience. I've never been so happy, drunk and accepted in my life. Atmosphere is welcoming but lacking air conditioning. But I can score any lower as this place is amazing and if I died I would want to be brought here as a form or purgatory. Would recommend, also the food is nice. Good job

Very nice friendly lady behind the bar! Decent local ales and tasty, reasonably priced grazing plates (we had cauliflower wings, loaded fries & macaroni cheese, 3 for £10). Not a super characterful pub but a pleasant enough traditional boozer.

Fantastic steak cooked to perfection! Absolutely delicious, compliments to the Chef. Great value for money. Excellent service as always from the staff. We will be back.

I go to The Black Lion on a regular basis and have to say I feel extremely welcome. Jen, and 'The Team' have welcomed me into their family and its amazing. I would recommend The Black Lion to anyone in the area, indeed I often am accompanied by two of my friends who also feel that its a great place. Jen really cares for the customers that come into the pub and her attitude towards us proves this.

Had a lovely lunch today, excellent food, extremely sociable staff, perfect venue for a Girlie Catch up. Will definitely be back....

I organised a quiz night here with a colleague for a Charity Quiz night for CRUK. They reserved a huge area for us to host the quiz, and the staff were friendly and tentative. It was a lovely space, and the event was a huge success, raising lots of money for CRUK. Drinks service was excellent, staff were helpful, I couldn’t have asked for more.

Many thanks for Jen and the team for once again brilliantly hosting our Bellway Cancer Research UK pub quiz. Great service & atmoshpere. We'll be back. Simon Hughes BELLWAY WALES

Friendly pub with great food and lovely staff. The manager Jen couldn’t do anymore for us!!

Top place, nice beer, great atmosphere and lovely staff. Food was great and beer was nice. Huge variety and responsibly priced. Me and the misses/friends will definitely return as the locals were very friendly and welcoming.

I’d like to put on record my heartfelt thanks to Jen and the staff at The Black Lion who looked after me when I was suddenly taken ill with what I now know was vasovagal syncope. On a busy Friday night, the landlady Jen took...

Came down with a group of friends for Wales rugby, atmosphere was amazing, the two girls behind the bar were excellent and very attentive, bar snacks including freshly made rolls went down a storm! Safe to say we will most definitely be back!

It was very quiet despite "Google Maps" saying it was busier than usual! Good service and good lager.

I have never met such rude staff in any pub before. Not to mention the toilets were absolutely revolting, i had to hold my nose as i walking in and out due to how bad the smell was. Worst pub i have ever been to.

Visited for steak last night and I cannot rate it highly enough. We have visited on a few occasions for drinks but decided to try dinner and it was all cooked to perfection. Staff are always great, we are always made to feel welcome! X

The manager is particularly unpleasant. The way she spoke to one staff member was very rude - she was clearly very angry and took it out on the poor young girl as she barked her order at her. I'm hoping it was a one-off but...

Everything about our meal was excellent - the food was perfectly cooked, it came quickly (our group have waited hour+ in the past elsewhere for a similar meal), the staff were very pleasant and it was great value. Thank you to the Black Lion for...

We were a group of 20 people aged between 8 - 70 for pre-ordered Sunday lunch. Food came out in good time and hot. Portions were generous and the food was lovely. Veg were not soggy and meat was great (particularly the beef which was...

Myself and a few friends called in for a drink about 5.30pm . Three of us went to the bar for a glass of wine and were offered a small bottle each which was good value at £5.50ish each. Another friend arrived and asked for...

We go here every few weeks. Good local pub. Looks like it has had some refurbishments done which have improved the pub. We didnt eat here on this occasion but they do serve food and it was good when we ate here.

Very nice pub, had a great atmosphere and friendly staff- especially Jade, she was amazing, nice food and good prices

Went here a few days ago with some friends for the first time and all of us loved it. Great atmosphere, very friendly staff. We was served byJade and she was very polite and friendly. We’ll be going back for sure.

Went for a pint with a mate who I hadn't seen for a long while. Pub was empty onther than 2 ladies who had food, a feller having a bottle of wine and 1 other with a pint. Clean pub beer was good and an average price.

Fancied a local pub meal as treat after school and was recommended butchers arms llandaff, phoned and was told plenty of room and arrived just before 5pm. Firstly the place could do with up a facelift, the bench seats felt dirty and the chairs were...

Oh dear. Very very unwelcome from the bar staff and the whole pub felt unfriendly. Would never return! Felt like a locals pub and did not want any other people to join in lol.

Many years since I've been in the Black Lion and it's changed a lot, called in for a lunchtime meal and was really surprised at the range on offer and reasonable pricing, food order was quick and barstaff/waitress was pleasant and efficient, would definitely recommend and come again.

Had a nice e few drinks with the lads on a Friday night. . Nice chilled atmosphere This would be a great venue for live music. Seen a few bands here in the past always good Good pub worth a visit. Old school

Stopped here for lunch,glad we did. Lovely friendly pub, great food, will go here again and would recommend

The food was lovely. I had steak with chips. Wife had gammon.

We were met with a friendly welcome as soon as we walked in, the staff were great and there was a lovely atmosphere. We had a lovely meal and a few drinks. Overall a great experience.

Great night with the Family. Jen landlady very accommodating. Great service from bar staff. We’ll be back soon! Thanks again

Been in now a few times for food and drinks and can not complain about anything,food is stunning and atmosphere is brilliant,will defo be back again soon.

Fantastic local pub. In a great location. Staff are really friendly. Highly recommended

Visited with my friend, had the best cod and chips I’ve had in a very long time, the batter was delicious, crispy and super light, fish was tasty and chips, amazing. 10/10 to the chef, looking forward to returning very soon.

The service was great. The pub was quiet when we came in but it was great to have good service. The food was really good. Ot was reasonably priced also.

What a fabulous night. It was the landladies birthday. Staff so friendly, great music and atmosphere. Thank you I will definitely be back 👍

Made a booking for this pub on wednesday for Friday to have a few drinks and a meal with my friends. The food was lovely and the staff were great! Would highly recommend this pub to anyone looking to have a quick but lovely meal along with a lovely old school atmosphere. The hanging flower baskets outside make it feel like summer time! 5 stars!

Lovely pub, great staff and amazing food especially for the prices! Would highly recommend this pub. Great for all locals

Visited this pub on Friday for a meal with my family and i can proudly say that this is by far one of the best pub meals I've had in a very long time. The staff were extremely welcoming and so helpful and the meal was amazing. I would highly recommend the burgers and the presentation was beautiful. I will certainly be coming back to this lovely little pub!

Fabulous Sunday Lunch, great value for money, wonderful service, lovely atmosphere, look forward to returning with friends very soon.

Stumbled across this lovely bar last week with friends, the place is spacious spotless and very inviting, the staff were friendly attentive and polite, and the food was as delightful as the fabulous hanging baskets outside. We look forward to visiting it again soon. 5 star ⭐️

Visited this little gem with the family last week and was made to SO welcomed, the staff could not do enough for us, and the manager was a ray of sunshine. The food was probably the best we had from a pub. I can’t recommend this the pub highly enough. 5 Stars plus.

You can't argue with the prices - £2.90 for the IPA. The decor has seen better days and the toilets are a throwback. If you like your pubs slightly rundown then this is for you, the antithesis of a gastropub. The welcome was friendly enough

Lovely, helpful staff. A great watering hole! Well deserved five stars.

Good local pub with competitive prices.

Black lion again didn’t disappoint amazing food had a steak witch was cooked to perfection… really nice chilled vibes for mothers day full menu that was good really nice… underrated restaurant/bar will be going again

Went to the black lion today for Mother’s Day they had the full menu on food was outstanding staff was very warm and friendly and was also given a little chocolate box for mothers day totally recommend going here you Won’t be disappointed either

Used to be a regular but driven out along with many others by the crazy loud jukebox. So loud cant hear yourself think even at 17:00!!

Good old Brains pub, unfortunately the bench seating around the lounge could do with upgrading , looked a little stained and worn. Also, it is always very cold in the main bar, there is a fire (electric) but no heat coming from it. That is why I have downgraded to two star.

Great pub. Always made to feel welcome. Staff are always helpful. Always clean and beer always spot on. Highly recommend 👌

Friendly staff. Great food and nice atmosphere.

As a regular at this pub, 40 years , the establishment is now a grand place to spend a few hours thanks to Jen & the staff.

Great Pub, food always good and fantastic host. Definitely recommend.

Started off promising. Staff are friendly and courteous, the welcome was brilliant. Unfortunately, the food was a little on the poor side and wouldn't tempt me to return. Coupled with another customer who was clearly drunk and swearing down the phone at 2pm, this isn't the sort of place for me.

Previous experiences are excellent. Unfortunately called in today for a Sunday Lunch. Roast looked lovely but stone cold. Asked for extra gravy, hoping to warm it up... also cold. Nothing worse than a cold roast unfortunately. We told the member of staff (who was lovely). And were offered it to be warmed up and a finger stuck in the gravy to test temperature. Refused & asked for a refund as warmed up roasties & yorkshire pud etc are not good. Shame.

Good one to chill out with friends.

Great value for food, lovely friendly staff

Haven't visited Llandaff for a while so thought I'd take my friends out for a fun pub lunch yesterday. The pub has had new management since I was there last and the new bar staff are really friendly, knowledgeable about the area and the food and drinks available. We went on a Sunday so roast was only option, however there was a choice of beef or turkey, I opted for turkey and was suprised that I was able to add extras to enjoyed the Yorkshire puddings with my dinner. The food was tasty, plentiful and had a home cooked taste and look to it. We are coming back down in two weeks to try out the weekdays menu, the choices looked really good and I think my mouths watering at the burgers already. Well done black lion, you get a thumbs up from me!

Had a lovely afternoon here on Xmas eve. Staff have been working tirelessly to keep on top of demand. Great atmosphere, busy but not raucous.

In the outside, there is a menu that advertises beef pie; in the inside, when you order it, they only have chicken pie. So disappointing.

Love this pub, great place, service, and atmosphere

Great pub with great tradition. Beer slection good but it was very cold in there. Staff were friendly

Very good burger and fries. Friendly staff. Basic but does the job.

A Brains pub in a traditional setting with a mock Tudor exterior, located on the outskirts of Cardiff. Cheap ales on tap with food served until early evening.

Was an excellent pub famous for its shove halfpenny and bar skittles. Had to search for a clean table for 4 even though not busy. Found one and sat down then asked to move to a other table to keep that side of the room clean! So sent back to have our drinks from a choice covered in slopes.. I used to drink here with dad..nursing staff from Rookwood Hospital used to collect wheel chair patients and push them back up the hill on closing....wont be back

Been here several Sundays in a row after trying several venues in the area. The food is delicious, my son and I have been extremely happy. The bar staff are friendly and helpful and even go the extra mile to cater for my son, providing...

Absolutely amazing service throughout my visit, friendly staff, Food was fantastic will definitely be returning again soon.

Friendly staff, great atmosphere and good pint of Guinness. Been here a couple of times would recommend for food or drink.

Me and my family have been a few times now for food and drinks, the food was amazing. They have fab choices of food,really good kids menu and also do a gluten free menu. Its child friendly and dog friendly love this . The bar...

Lovely looking place on the outside, but lack-luster food and impersonal service on the inside. My husband and I both ordered the Roast Beef. I sent mine back when I found a ball of stuffing under the turkey thinking they’d made a mistake - turns out it actually was thinly sliced roast beef all along which had acquired some stuffing and two pigs in blanket along the way. Guess I should be grateful for the freebies - Someone pass the salt and pepper please.

I came here about a week ago for a family meal not too sure what to expect as I had never been here before but I was stunned how delicious the food was and had nothing bad to say about the staff they were respectful...

Came for a Sunday lunch a couple of weeks back and sent a complaint to the manager due to the delays and poor food, I was assured that it was a one off as the chef was away and to come back and try it....

Our family visited today for Sunday lunch after reading the positive reviews. Alarm bells started to ring when we arrived at 12.30 and found the pub completely empty, but we were happy to give benefit of the doubt. The service was fine and the bar...

Came to watch the football and was welcomed by the staff. Ordered some food as we were early for the match and was very impressed with the speed and quality of the food. Will definitely be back again and they have a wide range of...

There is now a gluten free menu at the Black Lion - served from Monday to Saturday (not Sunday), which is wonderful as my diet needs to be both gluten free and vegetarian. My partner, Mick, has no such restrictions and loves meat so it's...

Food was good quality. Staff were friendly, helpful and polite. Not rushed, not hassled and enjoyed a very fine well cooked meal with a couple of beverages,

I have been to the Black Lion a number of times and it is a great local pub and I will definitely visit again. This visit was just a bit difficult as there were quite a few very loud groups inside and no seating. We sat outside with the smokers and it was chilly and smoky! Just one of those days.

Friendly local under new management. Doing meals again (new improved menu) Great local with a good welcome. Landlady has worked hard to revamp the decor in challenging economic circumstances. Lovely pint here too