The Harvester in Rhondda Cynon Taf

Very disappointed with meal,my steak was very chewy so couldn't eat it and the salad bar was also very poor.The bar stools were so dangerous they were rocking back and forth and felt ready to collapse and the table we sat on was not the cleanest and the back of the long bench was moving freely and grimy .I will not and would not recommend eating here .The staff i have to say are lovely.So come on whoever owns harvesters you seriously need to up your game .

After receiving an Email voucher, we decided to book a table here and travel 12 miles as we have always considered this Harvester one of the "better" ones. However, after arriving and waiting 35 mins past our table slot time, you can imagine the disappointment to be told the kitchen was closing. A completely wasted journey aggrevated by the Bar waitress who injected herself into a private conversation i was having with my friend. Ok, you don't open bar tabs. Fine, but when i have been sent a voucher off the total bill, i'm not likely to be buying drinks separate to the discount, ESPECIALLY when you keep us waiting way past our slot. Then the kitchen closed and really infuriated us. Will never spend our birthdays here again. Never, ever. Disgusting service, shocking attitudes. If you don't like your job, QUIT.

Had a lovely meal with great service from Liz. Definitely going again. Highly recommend and the new menu is amazing, especially the apple pie.

Visited today for a lunch..ordered 2 rib eye steaks only to be told later when we had our drinks and salad they only had 1 left..I had the sirloin, which was cooked lovely but full of sinue, so left most of it as I couldn't cut through it. As for the salad bar, the lettuce was brown and some if the boxes were empty so had to ask for coleslaw , onions, potato salad and onion topping. There were no plates for bread and no butter left, so had to ask again. The restaurant wasn't busy at all so they should be checking the boxes and dishes regularly to see if they need refilling. Very disappointed with the quality of the food again so will be giving Harvester a miss for a while.

We went for our sons birthday meal and served by Liz and Jodie they were amazing the food was superb both Liz and Jodie were very professional how they went about their jobs

It is impossible to rate as when I arrived at 8:02pm on Tuesday 6th August 2024 I was told the restaurant had closed 2minutes earlier due to “staff shortages” I was a solo female business traveller staying at the Travel Lodge hotel immediately behind the restaurant. I explained this but was told that the restaurant had closed. There were several tables of guests still eating both inside and outside the restaurant. I explained that I just wanted a main meal, but was refused. I was not even offered the option of having a drink. The only advice I was given was that the nearest restaurant was Table Table at Pantruthyn Farm - where I drove to and had an excellent meal. Therefore I will most definitely not be revisiting the Harvester, but I will return to Table Table.

We come here often, and always have a wonderful meal. We attended today Sun 4th Aug, and Liz served us, and as always we were greeted with a friendly smile and wonderful customer service. Liz is our favourite server, and always looks after us. 5 Stars Service... Thank you 😊

We enjoy coming here and had a good night once again. (7:30pm on 4th August - Sunday evening) The food was very good but there were a few things that disappointed me on this occasion that need mentioning; in the hope that such things can be improved upon. A number of foods were not available and we should have been informed of this before taking our place at the table or even after sitting down at the table but not when we were in the actual process of ordering, which is what happened. Pepsi Max as well as other soft drink choices were not available. Neither were there any Jacket Potatoes or the Full MAX Ribs. The Rocky Horror desserts had no whipped cream on them as again, they had run out. One thing that I did find unacceptable is that my wife and I ordered food that included hot honey sauce. It was only when I asked the waitress, who then asked the chef, why it was sweet chilli sauce and not hot honey that we had been served, that I heard the chef tell her that they had none left. The waitress then asked if if that was why we had been served the chilli sauce instead! Did they think we wouldn't notice? It felt a bit deceitful and the waitress didn't apologise either, which I felt was a bit amiss. My sauce came in a separate pot but my wife's meal had the sweet chilli sauce on the ribs itself. What if she didn't like sweet chilli sauce? The meal would have been ruined. We were served by Liz and she was efficient and decent enough but a little lacking in the personal touch. It was probably at the end of a long, what had obviously been a busy and tiring day and so I understand but small touches go a long way. A smile, a please and thank you and also an acknowledgement of when the customer says please and thank you. It's important to remember, especially when people are paying a lot of money - that your routine day in work is someone else's special day out (in this case the Grandsons birthday)

We love going to Harvester Restaurants but I can honestly say this is the worst one we have ever been to. The salad bar consisted of coleslaw lettuce and a few pieces of pasta - there were no rolls and I had to ask numerous times for some . When it came to take our main meal order we were told they had no burgers or chicken skewers left and it was 530 in the evening. It was clear the restaurant was insufficiently staffed and couldn't manage. It was a very disappointing experience for a very large chain. We will not be returning

This is the worst harvester I have ever been to. There was no one to greet customers on the front desk, the salad bar was disgusting, a few lettuce leaves, tomatoes and little else, some customers stood for 20 minutes waiting for more salad, even when it came there wasn’t anything worth waiting for, everyone was complaining, no rolls no butter, children were running riot, the manager totally ignoring them, everybody I spoke to was disgusted and would never go back, the only saving grace was the young lads waiting on the tables who were brilliant and working so hard, I gave a tip because I felt sorry for the amount of work they had to do!!! Shame on you harvester!!!!

Great food and service today. Two really helpful staff members, I think one was called Jodie but didn’t catch the other. They couldn’t do enough for us. Been to other harvesters and been disappointed but will definitely return to this one.

Lovely meal, quick service! Salad bar nice and full. Waitress was fantastic didn’t catch her name think she was the manager, wore a yellow top with blonde hair, she was full of energy and so great with our little girl making her laugh every time...

Lack of care from start to finish Quiet mid week lunch After being ignored for 25 minutes we had to find a waitress to take our order then waited ages for our food The order was all mixed up and food almost inedible To placate...

We came here for a treat for my sons birthday for breakfast. The food was great and the staff were wonderful. They made a big fuss of his birthday and sang to him and listened to stories about his new toys. Thanks for a lovely...

Was served by an amazing waitress Nikki. Nothing was to much for her and she was so friendly and attentive. Breakfast was also lovely. Couldn't fault it. Be back again

Breakfast was cooked to perfection and waited on hand and foot by Nikki , absolute angel . Definitely our new breakfast spot

Helen was our server & she was amazing! So helpful & attentive! Thank you food was amazing & lovely sitting outside

Came for an evening meal and drinks here when staying at the Travelodge next door. What a lovely location. Sat by the big open windows on a warm sunny evening and it was just superb! The food was excellent along with quality drinks (local ale...

So hot, so decided to eat outside under a shady parasol. The Mill was quite busy so there was a bit of a wait for our food which was OK but not exceptional, but the staff working under hot conditions were VERY friendly and polite,...

Just wanted to say the server Annie here was so lovely, polite, and made our evening. We were here on a much needed date night & with their lunch menu it was a lovely evening. We had a 3 course meal for £17 each &...

Had a lovely meal here this evening, our server Jess was fantastic, very polite and attentive. Great experience x Thank you Jess. X

First visit to this venue although we’ve visited another Harvester a few times recently. The Harvester at The Old Mill is head and shoulders above the other venue ( which I think would be unfair to name ) From the minute we walked through the...

Amazing food as always, great food and service Emma went above and beyond, Big thank you, will definitely come again 😊

We have visiting this particular Harvester for years and it never disappoints. We recently had another great family lunch here. The setup of the layout is far superior to other Harvesters, and it’s location is peaceful and scenic. We look forward to our next visit...

Fathers Day was made extra special with a visit to our favourite restaurant. The Old Mill Harvester... Helen our server was amazing as always, friendly, and always happy to help. Her customer service is second to none. The Fathers Day menu was brilliant...

Had a wonderful meal, the service was second to none. The waitress (Emily) and the manager were very helpful and couldn’t do enough to help us. They made the visit a welcoming experience and one which we’ll do again.

Good food at a good price... staying at the nearby Travelodge we had breakfast here every morning... the menu was varied enough to keep us interested, and the food was so nice that we kept coming back. We also had dinner one night and that...

Food was great, location is nice, Harvester pricing means it was quite reasonable. Our server Lewis was very friendly and accommodating throughout our meal. Nothing was too much trouble.

Booked last minute. We’re approached to say our table was available earlier. Lewis served us and he was polite, courteous and very helpful. Nothing was too much for him. Keep up the good work a real asset to the company

Popped in here for our breakfast and glad we did, The wife had the waffles and they are huge I had the Full English with toast on demand, certainty filled us for the day. The staff are pleasant and nothing was to much trouble,

I can honestly say that the service we received from our waiter, Lewis, was absolutely amazing. From the time he took our order until the time we left nothing was too much trouble. He checked everything was ok, made sure we had drinks and checked...

This is a nice restaurant with great choice of food. The food was very nice and enjoyable. The staff were friendly and helpful.

Food was amazing, female chef is brilliant! Best meal we’ve had in a harvester in a very long time. Service was also really good, really impressed

Took a chance on there being an available table and it was no trouble for them to fit us in.Lewis our waiter was exceptionally polite and very attentive food was fantastic and served at a good pace couldn’t manage a dessert though the starter and...

Served by Lewis at Old Mill Harvester Pencoed excellent service all evening from Lewis, nothing was too much trouble. Fabulous fabulous food. A great evening overall.

Lovely, well prepared food served professionally by Lewis, all in all, a great experience will definitely be returning.

Travelled 140 miles to Cardiff for a concert. Stopped off here for a late lunch. We received fantastic service from Lewis, highly recommend, he was amazing! Amazing food too!

Travelled 140 miles for a concert today and we’re staying in the travelodge next door. We popped it for some food and received some amazing service from Lewis and the food was brilliant too. Would definitely recommend

Great Service from Lewis and all of the team. The drinks and food very quickly delivered. A good staff per guest ratio

Myself and my husband travel 27 miles for a meal here. The food is always spot on, the staff are really nice and nothing is too much trouble. Hywel is also fantastic with a warm and friendly welcome. Pet friendly too. My little hidden gem.

Stopped in early on a Saturday, it was quite busy but service was fast! Shout out to Lola and Kristy for going the extra mile.

Good food and a relaxed atmosphere. Our waiter Lewis was very friendly and attentive, nothing was too much trouble for him. Will 100% be back soon.

Lewis was our server today. His manner was excellent and he made us feel very welcome. His attention to detail was also brilliant. We had our 18month old grandson with us and he even paid attention to him. We visut The Old Mill regularly and...

Our server Lewis was amazing, so polite and friendly towards us, would definitely like to be served by him again

Our waiter was Lewis, he was very kind to us both. My food was very incredible, I had the cod, would recommend. They also have the best salad ever. You should also try the red devil sauce.

The food was incredible and had a very kind waiter, Lewis was very helpful and friendly the entire time we were there

Lewis gave great service throughout our harvester visit. The food was amazing! I can’t thank Lewis enough for such a warm welcome, and making our harvester visit the best we’ve ever received! You are very lucky to have Lewis as part of your team! See...

Was served by Lewis, he couldn’t do enough for us he was amazing, definitely recommend just because of him. Absolutely lovely

Our server this evening was Lewis. He took particular care to accommodate my food allergy, which I really appreciated. Our meals were really nice and we had a lovely evening. Would recommend

We had a lovely experience here whilst coming for breakfast. Nikki could not be more helpful and friendly! She made us feel so welcome and was rushed off her feet but always had a smile on her face. There was another lovely member of staff...

Fab service as always, food delicious, always a nice welcome here from staff, Emily was our server- lovely and polite, went through the options on the menu, always asking if we needed anything

Me and my partner called into the harvester for food on the off chance the food it’s self was delicious and nice sized portions. The service we received from Emily was expectional, nothing was to much to ask, she was quick, efficient and always had...

We went to The Harvester 19/04/22 for a late lunch, it was quite busy and we hadn’t booked but over came a lovely lady called Helen who fitted us in to a corner table. We always choose this Harvester as it is always clean, the...

Really enjoyed our meal at the harvester on Tuesday (20th April) food and service was outstanding. Special thanks to our server Helen for making the expierience as pleasurable as it was!

Sat outside in the lovely beer garden. Service was prompt and with a smile. Attentive team.lovely atmosphere

Lovely spot, great breakfast , kids loved the pancakes and staff were “very kind” (Robyn age 6). Nothing was too much . We will definitely be returning tomorrow . Great start to our day thank you

Excellent service. Emily was fantastic. Food wasn’t the best to be honest. Atmosphere was nice enough.

Excellent breakfast Lorraine and Kirsty were lovely The food was well prepared and very tasty Will be back tomorrow to try the pancakes

Thanks very much. Great service. Food was delicious. The salad cart was fresh and delicious. Helen was fantastic.

Easy to book a table online. Table ready set up with high chair on arrival. Plenty to choose from on the menu, asked for availability of hot sauce - bottle arrived two minutes later. Good good value for money.

Went to the old mill harvester for breakfast, absolutely beautiful! Quick and efficient service! Would definitely recommend. We asked for a high chair which was already at the table when we arrived! Our server Ethan was very attentive

Good breakfast and very nice people. With vegan menu. Familiar place. Good stop in my travel to Swansea. Very good price.

The staff was really friendly, there were a lot of options to select from the menu. Totally recommended.

Amazing food and service especially jodie 5 stars definitely coming sgsin. 👌 service is always top notch

We had an overnight stay at the neighbouring Travelodge which was good value and clean👍 We went for an early supper to the Harvester next door- wonderful welcome from Emma who seated us promptly. The salad bar is still in operation but served for you-...

Fabulous service here tonight One of our regular places to go Lewis was great giving fab service with a smile Will definitely be coming back

We visited this pub for a family lunch 20 March 2022. 2.30pm The staff were friendly bar staff couldn't do enough, the meals were perfect. We were sat by the salad cart. There was a gent serving the salad as Covid restrictions. We noticed a...

A lovely place with great food, service and atmosphere whenever I visit. Recently visited for the first time in a while and it was another fantastic experience. Served by a lovely young lady called Annie who was really friendly, made us feel very welcome and...

Popped in on Monday for a meal after work. Atmosphere was lovely and the staff are great. Our waitress was called Annie, a lovely little bubbly person who was so friendly and chatty with us. We had a fab friendly welcome and nothing was too...

Visited on Monday and I just want to say it was absolutely divine and by that I mean the food, the restaurant, the staff and so much more. It was just an incredible visit for myself and friends but we must say a very special...

Lovely food, friendly atmosphere and our server Annie was very helpful in explaining the menu and was very friendly. Thank you again Annie! 😊

I visited here on a Sunday afternoon with my 2 children and the thing that really stood out to me was how kind, friendly and helpful the waiter lewis was nothing was to much trouble at all a*

Lewis was our host very helpful and lovely for our service , highly recommend coming here if you want a lovely evening

Came here with my two girls, the range of kids breakfast was good and even accommodated swapping certain bits! The adults main menu was so much to choose from! I had waffles and breakfast it was nice to have something different - my two girls...

This was a massive difference to the absolutely rubbish breakfast we had to endure a few years back in the other harvester in Bridgend. This breakfast here was absolutely amazing this morning. All the staff were very helpful. They are also very well mannered and...

Visited for breakfast today, served by Natasha but also other members of the team, just a very pleasant experience all round, great food, friendly service and staff who were incredibly helpful. Fantastic all round, thank you all.

We visited with family this afternoon. We hadn't been here since before Covid times and were really looking forward to it. Our food was beautiful and our waiter Lewis was extremely polite and helpful, a real asset to the company. Can't wait to come again!

We regularly visit and staff are always friendly and the food is always good. Today our server Lewis was excellent, very attentive. Only down point was the child's burger was a bit dry.

Had a lovely experience this evening at the harvester Pencoed. Staff were amazing, lewis was very attentive and helpful. Food was great as always.

Amazing service and very welcoming! After a long day of hardcore korfball this is exactly what you need to satisfy an alpha team. Big up breadwoman who doesn't get the credit she deserves.

Had absolutely amazing service by Lewis!! What a top guy!!!! Shame the same can’t be said for the last in the long flowery dress!!! Who I guess was manager!!! Very rude and threw our plate of food on the table!!!!! She is very lucky that...

Went for a family mean and was served by a lovely lad named Lewis, was very polite and welcoming, never waited on anything and everything was brought to us promptly. Lovely night

Lovely food. Very fast and the service was amazing. Lewis was very polite, attentive and attended to all our needs. Will visit again.

What a fantastic experience. Food was amazing service excellent. Lewis our server stood out a Mile so polite nothing too much trouble he is an asset to the restaurant well done Lewis

Lunch time at my favourite Harvester never disappoints Always greeted warmly with a smile,great atmosphere and great food Salad fresh with plenty of choice ,steak cooked the way I like it (well done) always gets it right. Was pleased to meet Hywel for the first...

Had an excellent meal & Lewis the waiter couldn’t do enough for us. Lovely atmosphere & we will definitely return.

Fabulous meal tonight and served by Lewis who was a fantastic waiter. Couldn't have asked for better service.

Lewis was very good. Excellent service and very nice food. Staff here are ace. Always check for deals online before paying.

Me and my boyfriend love this restaurant and everytime we have been served by Lewis we have had outstanding services . He so kind and always goes that extra mile to make sure everyone is happy with their food .

Went here for a family meal out as a treat. Was served by a lovely girl called Tasha. She was so attentive and polite and did anything to make our experience enjoyable. Food was delicious. Will definitely be returning again soon!

I came in on a Sunday for lunch with my family one of whom is in a wheel chair so don’t like going out to much . We were made to feel very welcome at the door and by our server Natasha who was fantastic...

Went out for a lovely dinner with family - food and service was really good, would definitely recommend coming here to anyone. Lewis was a great server and made everyone feel welcome

Visited with family for a birthday meal. Our waitress Natasha was excellent she went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed and wanted. Food was lovely. Nice and hot and plenty of choice from salad bar. Will definitely return again.

absolutely beautifull food , didn’t wait long , salad was fresh, table service are so friendly and welcoming , food was hot!! and cooked beautifully . definitely be coming back to pencoed old mill harvester

I have been coming to Harvester - Old Mill for many years and the team are so welcoming and warm who really look after you. Food is what you would expect from any Harvester, just perfect and tasty!! Really want to try their breakfast menu...

This was one of my birthday meals out with the grand children. And it certainly did,nt disappoint, We were greeted with a warm friendly smile and shown to our table, the rest of our party were already seated waiting for us to arrive,a lovely big...

We decided to go to harvester for breakfast this morning but hadn’t booked. We were greeted and shown to our table which was very clean and all set for us. Our server was Ethan and he was very helpful. Our food was beautiful, very good...

Never been to this harvester before, it was really out the way so never even knew it was there. Friendly staff took us to our table we booked for a birthday. We got served our drinks quickly and then we asked for more time selecting...

Lovely food and excellent service from Helen. Extremely helpful and attentive, nothing was too much trouble. Thank you!

Brilliant service from Helen today. She was really helpful and patient with our not so well behaved grandson. Thanks Helen