The Farmers Arms in The Vale of Glamorgan

Real find....good drinks and food from the grill was excellent.

Perfect beyond being perfect. The staff food and area what you would look for. The owner even went out of his way to offer sachets of dog food in separate bowls for anyone who had a dog outside. Now that's looking after your customers.

Haven't been here since it was the farmers arms but heard so much about the food we decided to visit again and we were very pleased we did. Very friendly staff and great quality food too !

Fantastic Turkish restaurant / pub bar grill, the pub itself is lovely and clean good clean toilet facilities and outside parking and seating area. The inside decor is beautiful with light music to fill the air with atmosphere.. The staff are excellent very friendly and polite and courteous and good service. The food is delicious and a nice selection but only thing letting this place down and to which i've heared alot of others mention is that it's over priced, they are letting themselves down when this restaurant could be crowded with hungry tourists and locals. Even as you can see from menu photos, it costs £20 for just a chicken kebab, which was basically 4 square chunks of chicken a small bowl of rice and about tablespoon of salad. Think the pricing is way off and are letting themselves down by this Fact..!

Food was tasty and well presented. Not cheap but reasonably priced. Hosts were very attentive, although we visited at a quiet time.

Really enjoyed my visit, the food was really tasty and perfectly seasoned. Staff were welcoming and loved the vibe, the background music was lovely too. I had a selection of starters, the greek salad was amazing, my favourite was the Turkish sausage and the bulgar wheat dish 👌

Service was lovely, food was amazing, had mezze starters, mains and dessert, all fantastic.

What an amazing restaurant!!! Superb Turkish food (The Sunday roast looked amazing) and great service. We can't wait to come back soon!!!

Had a great meal and service. Everything tasted super fresh. Will be going back

Visited last night (19th June) waited about 10 mins before someone appeared then waited another 10 mins for drink order to be taken some time later food order taken but still no drinks l had to remind the waiter we still had no drinks. We ordered a jug of water (3time) but it never did arrive. The restaurant was Not busy I think only 2 tables food was dull and bland service very poor meal over priced cost 170.00 for 4 covers. 5 drinks 4 starters 4main course 2 puddings.

Lovely atmosphere, staff and food. Visited Mezze on Wick Rd for a birthday dinner with my partner and it was a very pleasant experience. Greeted by Stuart who was very friendly and gave us a choice of indoor and outdoor seating, before pouring us drinks with glasses taken straight out of a fridge; a very welcome extra touch. We sat down and were given the menu, and Stuart took our order. Before not long out came our starters, beautifully prepared and gorgeous in flavour. Fresh flavours and clear passion in cooking. We had the Dolmades, Olives and Calamari which were all fantastically flavourful. Following this, our main arrived, cooked to perfection. The mix grill is a fantastic mix of meats. We also had the chance to speak to Eddie who was very friendly and passionate about the restaurant. I’m Persian myself and we had a great discussion about our cultures, and he really went out of his way to provide excellent service. Cheerful, receptive and friendly summarises the staff experience. Flavourful, fresh and delectable summarises the meal experience. Thank you Eddie and Stuart, I highly recommend Mezze at The Farmers Arms.

Stumbled across this place while driving through. I'm glad we popped in for food because the food was really nice. The lady's that served us was really friendly and helpful.

Some of the best Turkish food I've ever eaten . Did not expect the find this In a traditional pub in South Wales ! Good ale on draught to wash down the grub as well !

Definitely one of the cleanest pubs I’ve been to. We stumbled upon this little gem after trail walking. First time we tried a Turkish dish, iskander, we were blown away. This can be the best Turkish food we had around here. The taste is very authentic. Even the cold mezze dishes were amazing. We lived in Qatar and Turkey and we can tell you we were very happy and impressed how good the food tastes. We visited 3 times and had the same food experience and would definitely return when we crave Turkish food. Absolutely amazing.

The food was excellent, in fact, the best calamari I have ever had. The host was generous and friendly and even gave us a lift back to our accommodation when it turned out that our bus was cancelled.

Amazing food, service was spot on from the moment we got in their you just knew you was in for something special,friendly and welcoming staff really can't say enough about this place can't wait to go back their

What a real treat, and right on my doorstep, well a couple of miles away anyway. It's always been a lovely pub/restaurant, but has changed hands at least four times in the past 15 years. But, I feel this wonderful Turkish Mezze is here to stay. It's proving very popular and for good reason, the food is amazing. On arrival, we were met by a charming young Turkish girl/lady who showed us to our table. I'd never had Turkish food before, so it was all new to me. We decided to share the Grand Mezze which had pretty much everything to try! There's lots of individual dishes and sides to work through, all tasting amazing. Only once have I tried Calamari and it was rubbery and horrible, but I tried it here and wow, it was succulent and crispy. The table was a pallette of colours and so many wonderful smells from the different dishes. I would allow a couple of hours and enjoy the whole experience. The maître d' who was standing in for the owner was a real character and very convivial and funny, and he made me my first Expresso-martini which I thoroughly recommend, if you've never had one! All the staff were so kind and helpful, and the chef was superb. All in all a lovely experience and a will definitely visit again. Just one recommendation, would be that there should just only be background traditional Turkish music, rather than a mix of current chart music and traditional Turkish music. This would enhance the atmosphere more so, and add to the overall excellent experience.

Beautiful food and a lovely relaxed atmosphere. The mixed grill was so impressive, we'll definitely be back for more!

Absolutely beautiful food! Friendly staff would highly recommend and they are dog friendly too

We're not short of decent pub meals in the rural Vale of Glamorgan, indeed the Farmers Arms was always the eatery of choice for family occasions in the mid 90s. Now though it offers something a little different. As the name suggests, the Farmers is now an Turkish restaurant serving a good variety of authentic Turkish meals as well as a traditional roast dinner on Sundays. The Farmers is easy to find as it is situated on the main road through St Brides. It has a large onsite carpark and has a bus stop right outside for those who prefer to use public transport. A multitude of tasty sounding menu options meant that it was difficult to decide what to eat. When it came the food was beautifully presented and every bit as delicious as it looked. A shared starter platter and home made bread was devoured along with some excellent main courses and I couldn't leave withouy sampling the chocolate fudge cake. The place is great and I hope it does well because it's good to have a local restaurant offering something different. The food and service were both excellent, with both food and drink recommendations gratefully received.

Warm welcome and served amazing food.. Calamari cooked to perfection.. Also very generous portion of fresh grilled sea bass as main dish... would definitely visit again.

Loved the chicken shish kebab unfortunately my husband felt the lamb a bit tough but that was rectified with another plate of tender lamb by the chef. Very delicious in my opinion!

Found this place quite by accident and thought we'd give it a try. So glad we did, amazing food and friendly staff. Have been several times since.

Visiting South Wales from the West Midlands where there is an abundance of turkish restaurants and takeaways, so very familiar with good Turkish food. For such a modest pub/restaurant Mezze does it extremely well! Staff are also very accommodating and friendly. Give this place a try you won’t be dissaponited. They’ll also feed your very hungry German Shepherd dogs. 🐕

Nestled in the quaint village of St. Brides Major, Mezze is a hidden gem that promises vibrant flavors of Turkish cuisine. This charming restaurant boasts an impressive array of dishes. From the moment you step through the door, you're greeted with warm smiles and genuine hospitality from the friendly staff. Their welcoming demeanor sets the tone for a dining experience. The tapas-style starters at Mezze are a true delight, offering a tantalizing introduction to the rich and diverse flavors of Turkish cuisine. From the creamy tzatziki to the velvety hummus, each dip is a burst of freshness that perfectly complements the warm, fluffy bread. The halloumi, grilled to perfection, provides a satisfying crunch with every bite, while the dolmas, stuffed grape leaves, offer a burst of tangy goodness. The mains were an absolute treat. The succulent chicken kebab, marinated and grilled to juicy perfection, is a testament to the chef's skill and expertise. Each bite is a harmonious blend of spices, tender meat, and smoky flavor. Similarly, the lamb kofta is a savory delight, with spices expertly balanced to allow the natural flavors of the meat to shine through. Accompanying the mains are sides of fluffy rice and crisp, fresh salad, providing the perfect complement to the rich and savory dishes. The cozy atmosphere, combined with the friendly and attentive service, creates a welcoming environment where diners can relax and enjoy the lovely food and drink that is being served. In conclusion, Mezze is a must-visit for anyone craving tapas and or Turkish cuisine. Highly recommended.

I think I saw a wonderful place

Nice food, though my lamb was a bit chewy. Not cheap though. Atmosphere was lively.

We came to Wales for a short getaway. Glad we did, if only to find this restaurant. The food was so amazing that we booked two nights in a row. The staff are fun and professional, taking time to talk and make sure we were all having a great time. The atmosphere was thriving & full of fun.

Amazing food! Great service. Would definitely recommend and go there again

1st time visiting MEZZE and was really impressed. Staff lovely, for a couple of them it was their first shift, and the food was outstanding. Good selection of largers, beers and wines as well. Will be returning soon!

We had the grand mezze a set 3 course meal consisting of Hot and cold mezze BBQ grill plater Homemade Baklava and ice cream It was delicious and we felt good value for money. The staff were very friendly we will definitely return 😊 It would be lovely to see Turkish lighting soft furnishing etc it still has the look and feel of a country pub.

Came here for dinner yesterday with my parents. Really friendly and welcoming service. Food was fantastic, really authentic Turkish food, felt like we were on holiday. All freshly made with care and attention and you could tell the amount of effort they put in. Good value for money. Decent portion sizes. Try the lamb shish kebab - it's amazing.

Brilliant venue and good atmosphere. Will be there again.

Service was absolutely amazing the atmosphere was quiet enough to enjoy your food in peace. The food was cooked to perfection absolutely beautiful taste menu is different with lots of different dishes (choices) I absolutely loved everything about this place I highly recommend 5 star all the way:) ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

We've passed this place many times over there past few years but only discovered it is now a Turkish restaurant a few weeks ago. We booked a table and went there around 2.30pm. The service was great, friendly staff , a great menu with excellent choice. The food was amazing. The meat was juicy, tasty and accompanied with Bulgar wheat & rice and a salad, very filling and delicious. We were so stuffed we didn't make it as far as a dessert but they sound amazing. We thought it was so good that we've been back for a 2nd visit allready. Highly reccomend.

We had a delicious meal ! The plates were very colorful, the food flavorsome, and the staff very friendly. Highly recommended :)

First time visiting and must 10/10 food, service was more then welcoming as soon as we walked thought the door. Firer was light and we was told to relax by the firer and even had a plate of chips with cheese Whitch was outstanding on the house 👍so 10 out of 10 for hospitality and food and service.

Food was excellent. My son said it was the best Calamari he's ever eaten! Everything was fresh and tasty. Good service. We would highly recommend.

Can't say enough food is amazing together with service and atmosphere don't miss out

If I could give more stars I would the food is authentic and delicious the staff are incredible and so so friendly and it’s always so relaxed our favourite spot is in front of the log burner in the bar area would highly recommend trying it.

Amazing, lovely place to go for food. Great choice, we had a sharing platter to start and a mixed grill as main, delicious, cooked perfectly. The staff were friendly, polite & nothing was too much trouble. Service was quick. Will definitely be going back again.

Wow what an amazing experience. Beautiful food, great service. Made to feel welcome and every effort made to make sure we had a wonderful time. Thank you 🙏🏼

Still a lovely little pub, didn't try food but have heard good reviews. Will be back.

Great food, great service and very reasonable. Highly recommend 👌🏻

Food tastes amazing. Takes me back to my holiday in Turkey.

Great food and great service! Highly recommend!!

I stumbled upon this hidden gem on my way to Cardiff Airport—a pub in Wales offering both Turkish and traditional pub food. The sign "mezze" caught my eye, prompting me to stop for lunch. The owner's kindness and friendliness, combined with the inviting atmosphere, made it a delightful surprise. I opted for the Adana kebab, accompanied by complimentary condiments that were absolutely delicious. Already anticipating my next visit!

Clean friendly good food good service

When you visit there, you have a great time with Turkish and Mediterranean cousin. Also, you can taste delicious brews and get a time modern pub culture there. I absolutely recommend to you visit amazing place. Perfect…

The food was very good and at a reasonable price. The service was great. We had the waiter's undivided attention for 50% of the night. It was Wednesday, so we were one of only two covers that evening, so the atmosphere was what we made it. Would I go again?????... Yes, of course, it was a really nice evening out, and a welcomed change from Indian food.

Very warm and welcoming atmosphere, lovely open fire so this place smells very authentic as well as being toasty. The owner is very friendly and accommodating. I ordered a cold share platter which came with home made bread (warm) and the choice of dips which were amazing. I can't wait to return for a full meal.

Well... It's taken a while for this lovely old venue to get the right people in with the right offering, and boy is it all right now! Absolutely brilliant! We thought we'd give Mezze a go for a family/birthday meal and what a great decision. Our host was very friendly, engaging, funny, helpful, and efficient... This is a man who clearly loves his work, enjoys his clientele, and wants them to enjoy themselves. The food is outstanding. I chose a BBQ dish - Chicken Shish - cooked over a completely natural barbecue (as opposed to a gas fired or electric grill). The taste was sublime. For my dessert, Baklava. Lush! Of our party of ten, not one had anything other than high praise for their food and service. What a lovely revival of this old pub that's been too long in the doldrums. Welcome Mezze! Parking is reasonably plentiful in the adjacent car park. Take care on exit as visibility to the right is limited; with the building being literally up to the roadside, those plonkers who insist upon exceeding the 20mph limit can arrive quite quickly out of nowhere.

My fiancé and I went to this restaurant for the first time back in October for our anniversary meal , we loved it so much we returned on the 9th of December with a party of 17 people for my fiancé 40th birthday celebration.. the service and food was absolutely amazing! ( same as the last time) The staff can’t do enough for you , happy to help and very polite and helpful. The kids meals are a really good size ! The adult meals we had absolutely amazing , fresh food and plenty of it ! Will definitely be back In February to celebrate my birthday! Would highly recommend this restaurant :) xx

Visited today for my father in law's birthday. 6 of us in total for a walk in meal and drinks. The pub has a lovely cosy country vibe and the Xmas tree set the scene lovely. The service from Eddie was brilliant and we were well looked after and he was such a nice man. The food was of a high standard and cooked perfect. I cannot recommend this place enough we will definitely be back and look forward to more lovely meals. Thanks for a lovely afternoon and see you again

Really nice food and really friendly service will come back again

Had the most amazing birthday dinner here! We got the hot and cold mezze samplers, several Turkish mains, and delicious baklava to end the evening. The service was impeccable and the food was truly out of this world!

Great food, even better service. Would go again!

Absolutely fantastic and delicious.... Great Turkish Iskander, Borek and Baklava.... on point, bravo chef. Great service as well, very polite and attentative. I highly recommend if you want a taste of Turkey, in the Vale.

Had dinner tonight at Mezze at the Farmers arms, brilliant food and great service. Would recommend

We walked to the Farmers to spend a couple of hours in New Year's day, we had a lovely afternoon, good atmosphere, service and food. We definitely recommend this place 👌

We popped in for a birthday meal on Wednesday evening and thoroughly enjoyed it. Parsnip crisps appeared with our drinks before we ordered shish, moussakka and chicken casserole served with delicious bread - absolutely yummy! The service was exemplary and my youngest daughter loved her complimentary dessert (which I think was semifrado) with a birthday candle! Couldn't fault anything and would thoroughly recommend a visit. A big thank you Mezze Team! PS - Bella dog also loved it :)

Popped in at the tail end of a pub crawl around establishments under new ownership Sunday evening. That the kitchen was still open, and offering a Mediterranean menu, was a welcome change from Sunday roasts. We were made to feel welcome (despite the cavernous space) and sat in the slightly secluded portion upstairs by ourselves. The portions are large, the flavours absolutely on point, and the prices reasonable—plus the abundance of great warm bread and salads makes it all seem positively healthful. Our mains (lamb ribs, an Iskender plate with a heap of fabulous creamy yoghurt to offset the chunks of bread and the broken-up lamb kofte balls, the hot mezze platter, and a sarma beyti which came with the wrapped meat neatly sliced and prettily arranged) were sensational. The accompanying rice deserves special mention for being delicious. We hope this outfit thrives and we’ll be back for sure.

Great customer focused attention, lovely food. I visited on a Saturday lunchtime, it wasn't over busy and I enjoyed the meal. Throughly recommended that you pay the restaurant a visit.

I stopped here today randomly while driving through the area. Ended up staying for turkey Sunday lunch. My son had a kids beef lunch. Really lovely, big portion left very full!! Lovely friendly helpful staff. Lovely location, spot on will definitely come back 👍

All I can say is this is by far the best restaurant I have ever been to, we went last night for our anniversary, and it was amazing. We have the Meze grand platter, 4 courses including desert, all i can say it was alot if food! And will definitely be back, staff amazing friendly better than Michelin star restaurants I have been to. Don't be put off by bad reviews this place is a must try and we we definitely be back with family and friends. P.s thanks for a Complimentary Mini Guiness for our Anniversary xxxx

Food was very delicious, we had a shared starter which I would recommend and order again and a main each, staff was really nice, friendly and attentive all round a really good experience will definitely go back again

Booked a table of 8 for my daughter's 25th birthday. Fantastic food, and so much of it. Wonderful atmosphere and staff were amazing, especially Deborah. Staff were so attentive, friendly and nothing was too much trouble. We all had a fantastic night. Definitely worth a visit.

Nice place, friendly staff, tasty foods. Had the grand mezze. Nice selection of food. With a visit.

Really friendly staff, really great food using local produce. Would highly recommend and will certainly be coming back.

We went as a table of 6 last night. We all had something different as there was so many delicious things on the menu. The food was all delicious. Service was also great all of the staff were very friendly. Will definitely be going again.

Inside hasn't changed in 20yrs but the food certainly has.....!! Fabulous and gorgeous menu will be going again....!!!

We visited on a Thursday evening. Dog- friendly which is so important for us. A lovely lady named Deborah greeted us and talked us through the menu- such a nice touch. The food was excellent- freshly cooked and deliciuos. The service was faultless. We'll definitely go again. Thank you, Deborah for making us so welcome.

amazing food, very good vegetarian options too and great value

Excellent meal, wonderful service, will visit again.

This was a £20 mixed grill? Was so disappointed. Tasteless food, poor quality meats.

Food was amazing. An unusual menu for a pub but none the less the food was like nothing I've had before. Proper nice and recommend highly. Staff were all really nice and helpful and friendly. Go there if you are in the vicinity.

Went here to explore. We had the hot and cold mixed Mezzes with a Greek salad. Really really good! A proper feast, next time after watching others having the Grand Mezzes we'll have that, it looked incredible! It's almost like you're on holiday eating here! Lovely staff also. They even have a Viking serving!😉🤣

Great Turkish food in the countryside, a welcome addition to the area's choices. We tried a lot of the hot and cold mezze as well as the Stifado and shish, all were fantastic. Great flavours. Oh, and the bread is top notch, hot from the oven 👌

Creepy server put us off. Cheers?

Excellent Turkish food, so good I've been twice this month!

Just stopped for food at the Turkish grill for a quick lunch and it was amaaaaazing. Probably the best grilled meats we’ve had in a long time. I had the mixed shish and the lamb was 👌so tender and full of flavour. Put 4* for atmosphere as it was pretty quiet and we were outside (but that was perfect for us as we had a baby and dog!) I’m sure it could get a bit more lively. Will definitely come back and order more. Really wish we got some of the mezze and breads

We visited Mezze @ The Farmers Arms for my dads birthday - it was incredible! The meal was one of the best I’ve had in a long time (we had the sharing platter - hot and cold mezze starters, BBQ meat platter and baklava dessert - wow!) So much food and the quality was out of this world. Ali is a fantastic host - he looked after our table well and really made the night. We will be back, thank you!

Just had the most amazing lunch! First time my partner and I have been with our dog. Couldn’t be more attentive and the food was delicious. So nice to go out and have a meal and leave with a full tummy and extremely excited to book and take friends and family there. Thank you so much

Absolutely fantastic. The service and the food was outstanding. First visit there with my dog. We will definitely be telling all our friends and family to go. Thank you

Excellent food. Take allergies very seriously while still providing stunning food and attentive service.

Wonderful authentic food and excellent service. I can’t wait to return! And hope next time they’ll switch the playlist for some Baris Manco - then it would be six stars 👌

Lovely restaurant/pub offering a refreshing change from the usual pub fare with delicious freshly made Turkish food that took us right back to our holiday in Antalya last year. The staff were very friendly and attentive, and they were happy for us to bring our puppy in to the pub area, even offering him some food. The restaurant filled up quickly (on a Saturday evening) so I would recommend booking to avoid disappointment.

Fabulous family meal, all 6 of us thoroughly enjoyed the food, this is our 3rd visit as we love the food so much. My husband and his daughter were up dancing with the staff, great fun. We will definitely be going back soon.

First time in and it was really nice and friendly ☺️

Fantastic food and great atmosphere. The staff were very helpful and attentive. Will definitely be coming back.

We decided to call into Mezze on the off chace to try the food with friends we were not disappointed. The food was lovely and of a high quality and the staff were friendly we will definitely call in again

Wow. Just wow. Had heard some good reviews about this restaurant so 4 of us went tonight to try it out and we weren't disappointed. Service was amazing made fun by Deborah who was Brilliant. Food was outstanding and definitely worth every penny. Only went for a main course and drink and ended up having starters, mains and a shared desert. Plus drinks. King prawns were superb amd the sauce was loveky as was the mixed grill. The chicken shish was huge. The homemade chilli and mint sauces were delicious and we had extra bread and a bowl of chips. Soooo full. Tsatziki and haloumi were great too. My mate had veggie moussaka which he said was great. Portions are very big and superbly cooked. Shared the baklava and with drinks it was about £30 each which was Brill. We are definitely going back and waiting for their Xmas menu to come out so we can plan our Xmas party there. Well worth a visit. Great place. Great price Great service Thank you for an amazing evening.

Amazing food and the service is exceptional. Highly recommended

Great evening at this restaurant. The grand mezze is amazing if you have a big appetite.

Great menu with a good vegetarian selection. Food was absolutely delicious, definitely be going again. Also dog friendly.

Great food, really lovely people that work there and were happy to explain anything from the menu.

Services is the best I have to say I've had in the UK, the owner who serves has passion and loves his food. He will explain the food and it tastes beautiful

Food was amazing. The service outstanding. What a friendly amd welcoming place and the food was cooked to perfection. No advertising for this restaurant they go by word of mouth. So if your in the area or not this is an absolute must.

Nice food but inconsistent. Service was friendly but a bit all over the place. Nice beers on tap. I reccomened trying it, you might get them on a good night.

Visited for the first time tonight with my 3 teenaged sons, we had a lovely time, food was delicious fresh and tasty, the service was super friendly and relaxed ! definitely recommend and will definitely be returning!