The Red Lion Llandyfaelog in Carmarthenshire

A delightful pub/restaurant with a friendly atmosphere. The menu has great choices and the portion sizes are very generous at reasonable prices. The staff were pleasant and attentive. Highly recommended.

Excellent food quality and portions. As with previous reviews parking was difficult and it looks quite unassuming from the front, but once inside our first impressions were quashed. We were seated in the main bar area (highly recommended) and the service quality and ambiance was excellent. The staff couldn't be more obliging and helpful, and the waiting time between starters and main course was ideal - gave us time to digest the huge portion of white bait etc. We were there to celebrate what would have been our late brothers 70th birthday, and I'm sure he would have approved. It was busy, no tables spare, but this was testament to the quality of food and service provided. All 7 of us thoroughly enjoyed the experience and would definitely return in the future - thank you.

What a lucky spot on Tripadvisor! We had such a great experience at the Red Lion that we returned the next night. As a vegetarian, it is rare to have much to choose from on a menu. However, on this occasion I was spoilt for choice. I chose the Glamorgan nuggets one night and the vegetarian curry the second. Both were excellent, as were the homemade desserts. My companion chose a fish both nights, and she was also delighted. The staff were lovely and attentive, and we thought that the prices were very reasonable for the quality of the food. Parking was the only issue. However, it is obvious that the popularity of the Red Lion has outgrown the parking spaces.

Local meat and fish featured on the menu. Food portions were generous and were served piping hot. Staff were attentive and friendly.

Wow, the food !!! Little bit unappealing from the outside but Do Not let that put you off!! Lovely inside with great very attentive and friendly staff. The food is amazing, very clean, fresh, home cooked loveliness. The chips my god, amazing?! Thoroughly enjoyed and would recommend to anyone. Well done and keep it up 👍🏻

I hadn’t been to the Red Lion for a meal in years. The menu made me suspicious as it had such a range of items and then there were the specials to add when we got there. I feared it was going to be frozen pre-cooked meals. I couldn’t have been more wrong! Everything was fresh and delicious. I had the salmon special which had cockles and prawns in a butter sauce and it was perfect. There were lots of choices for vegetarians (not the usual few you see on every menu). The specials all looked well thought out and the salad/vegetables served with the meals were really nice prepared and suited the meal they were sent out with (a bugbear of mine!). We went on a Thursday and it was packed. Locals at the bar and lots of couples, families and groups eating. The drink selection was good and the service from all the staff very friendly. It’s somewhere I’d definitely be happy to return to and I can’t wait to do so.

This pub is just the best little gem for delicious food. Freshly cooked, home made, and tasty. The best steaks, sauces, fresh fish, sea food. The list goes on. I had the poacher’s chicken, which was to die for. Give it a try, and you’ll be back for more. Excellent!

A lovely light and friendly pub/diner. This was our first visit but will not be our last. My wife purred over the cockle and bacon starter while I enjoyed my main of Hake from the specials menu. Unfortunately did not have room for dessert so we will try those when we go again.

Absolutely brilliant; lovely food and the staff are wonderful. We were made very welcome 3 adults including myself, a three year old and a 13 year old jack-chi. I couldn't have had a better meal on my birthday. Really hope to come and eat here again.

We were advised to go to the pub as it had good reviews. But I can honestly say the food was amazing. I was very impressed the food was hot, good portions, good variety. Nice ambiance. Friendly staff. Definitely 5/5. Booking recommended as they are popular.

Didnt book but got a table with no problem and served very swiftly. Extremely friendly and efficient staff. Nice menu and food cooked well. A few more vegetarian dishes would be helpful.

We , 4 of us, visited 5th February fir Sunday lunch. Table at 2pm. We walked in and it was full of diners. We had a great welcome even though they were very busy, our orders were taken straight away and drinks served, taken to our table. Though we did wait for around 15 minutes the wait was well worth it . Both starters and main courses were delicious, and there was so much food we had no room for anticipated deserts. Next time. The most pleasing thing was that the meal prices were very reasonable. We will definitely return and have told lots of friends already about our experience. Well done, and keep it up. Brian

Visited on a day when it was really busy, the girl behind the bar did outstandingly well. Food was amazing , had the brie wedge and duck bon bons to start, then the sirloin and the lamb chops for main . We were going to have a dessert but we were so full we decided against it . Will definitely be visiting again when we are in the area

Wonderful, home cooked Sunday lunch served by friendly efficient staff. Have visited a few times and it never disappoints.

We had a delicious Sunday lunch at the Red Lion. A variety of vegetables and beautifully tender meat followed by lovely deserts. Generous portions. Staff were all very polite and friendly. Excellent value for money.

Five of us ate here on the Wednesday whilst on holiday in Kidwelly. We were quickly accommodated in the comfortable "cwtch" and all of our meals were absolutely delicious. All the staff were extremely friendly and we enjoyed it so much we came back to...

Been here a few times now and have always found the food fabulous and the staff friendly and efficient. Would definitely recommend

What a brilliant place to stay the food is top notch the beers are lovely and well kept and the service is great and the locals are warm and friendly, this pub keeps a welcome on the hillside that will make me return here to...

My wife and I enjoyed a beautiful lunch at The Red Lion, the food was superb and also the service. Will be calling back very soon!

Pleasantly surprised to find such high quality food and service, since so much has deteriorated since the start of the pandemic. Even midweek the restaurant was busy, always a good sign. I recommend booking early as our first choice of fish had sold out, however...

We are in Kidwelly on holiday and wanted a Sunday lunch. My brother-in-law suggested The Red Lion and joined us for lunch. What an AMAZING lunch!! Absolutely wonderful. The beef was very tender and tasty, The vegetables were magnificent - I particularly liked the broccoli...

its a real shame i can only give 5 stars as our experience was fantastic , we rang ahead to see if they are dog friendly and we were given clear instruction of where to sit with a dog , this is important as you...

We’ve been promising ourselves we’d visit The Red Lion since we bought a caravan in Kidwelly last year - and yesterday, we finally got there. Now I’m disappointed we waited so long! We called in at 2pm on Father’s Day, without a reservation and asked...

Family of 4 had a lovely meal .excellent quality and portion size .very happy was amazing .we WILL BE BACK

The atmosphere in this pub is very welcoming and friendly. The food is excellent with generous portions and the drinks are excellent with a good selection of wine and beer including two real ales. I had the 14oz gammon and a pint of Butty Bach...

Dropped in en route to holiday cottage in west Wales, Luckily we arrivd just in time for a delicious Sunday lunch...in fact, one of the best roast dinners I've ever had! The beef was cooked just right, tender and tasted great. Lots of veggies with...

We visited this lovely pub three times whilst on holiday staying in nearby Kidwelly. Received a very friendly welcome and the food and ales were excellent. It is dog friendly so we were able to take our dog with us which is very important to...

Visited for dinner whilst on holiday and had a lovely meal. The menu and specials board had a few unusual options which added some variety beyond the familiar pub favourites. My partner thoroughly enjoyed his cockles and bacon starter! The staff were very accommodating and...

Great little place to visit, portion size was huge and certainly was value for money. My husband had gammon and chips snd thd dlice of gammon was an inch thick and filled his plate! A little difficult to park as had to leave thd car...

It is not often that we dine in a pub twice, still less often that we do another review. This 2nd review is an exception, on our 3rd visit to this pub. We went Saturday lunchtime, and the place was rammed, so much so that...

Outstanding value for money staff were polite and really welcoming, the beer was good also I would book again. The kids portion size was very good and the Strawberry Tartlet was delicious

Stunning food, very reasonably priced. We was surprised with how much we actually got - the chips were amazing! I had gammon and my partner had the Hunters Chicken which he said was the best he’s ever had!! Also had a banana sundae which was...

Excellent value and service, really tasty food and more than enough. Covid friendly with space between the tables. Staff couldn’t be nicer, felt like I had known them for years. We’ll go back for sure.

Two visited for Saturday lunch, one had fish and chips (huge fillet, very tasty), I had 8oz Red Lion Burger (no endangered species used in preparation). Really good food, friendly staff, novel idea with the beer (to me at least) was to put a sample...

We had not booked a table, there was only two of us and visited early evening, a table was found for us albeit with a time limit which was not a problem. The staff were very friendly, polite and helpful. A varied menu with a...

Absolutely outstanding service and the food was totally faultless, from starters to main and dessert

Would definitely recommend to anyone in the area, lovely place, attentive staff and lovely food. Cant fault it really.

Thorough enjoyed lunch here today. Food is excellent, portions generous. Service was faultless too. Highly recommend the Cockles starter and Poachers Chicken. Would definitely come again.

We went to the Red Lion for a meal, having managed to get a late booking. There were five of us, three of whom chose lasagna, one had the steak and ale pie and I had scampi and chips with salad. The pub was busy...

we was staying at the Parkdean caravan park and found this pub online and thought we would try it. WOW we loved it that we came every night. The sticky toffee pudding was the best!!! The service was outstanding and the food was amazing proper...

We weren't sure whether to try the red Lion at first and were glad that we did. The serving staff were all very busy yet found time to be personable after service had calmed down a little. The food was good and we both cleared...

Absolutely fantastic, all the staff would bend over backwards to help you as I found out on a recent business trip when I needed accomodation last minute. The food is also brilliant (have the lamb chops). Will definitely be back again!

took a family trip to try this well reviewed public inn. A very warm welcome , greeted by the waitress who was excellent throughout, a young lady with lovely attitude and manners. The food was very nice and reasonably priced , My wife ,daughter and...

We dined here for Sunday lunch All home cooked food and generous portions Delicious and enjoyed by all

Best to reserve as this place is busy during the week and I guess more so at weekends. Good menu with a mix of pub classics and grills. Some local dishes too - starter of cockles for example. Generous portions. Service good. Atmosphere may very...

Just got back from having an amazing meal. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. The meals were absolutely fantastic, top notch. I had the gammon, my husband had the mixed grill and Daughter had the red lion burger. The meat on all the meals...

Food cooked to perfection, I had poachers chicken and my husband had the welsh lamb chops. Both were perfectly served, tasty and plentiful. The food is reasonably priced with a good choice. Staff took care to ensure we were well looked after. Social distancing is...

Delicious home cooked food. Sanitizer station arrival. TTP system on arrival. Table Service, tables in courtyard outside. Lovely to be back at this lovely restaurant.

payed a visit while staying in the area for a evening meal both my meal and wifes meal was very nice and our grandsons childrens meal was adequate size ambience inside very nice and good range of beers on bar staff very attentive and food...

Staying nearby and in need of Sunday lunch we were recommended this by our host on a farm in Kidwelly. We can see why he recommended it. Outstanding food, perfectly-kept real ale, tremendous service, a warm welcome and a friendly, jovial atmosphere. Thank you very...

We rang here lunch time on the way home on New Year’s Day.They said as we were only two they could squeeze us in straight away.It was extremely busy but the staff were great and very attentive.I had fillet steak strips in pepper corn sauce...

over 3 miles from where we stayed in Kidwelly but the reviews were spot on- friendly staff, good meals, nice choice of ales and most importantly for us dog friendly. A bonus evening for us as around a dozen guitarists were holding a bit of...

I was with my brother and son visiting the area where my farther was raised. Booked in the Red Lion and had our evening meal in the restaurant , what a find , it was very busy and we had great food , not only...

Stopped off here, whilst on a midweek break in West Wales. Looks like it's been recently refurbished, so all very nice and clean. It was a quiet wet afternoon, so only the two of us and the 2 dogs in the bar area. The staff...

Great bar experience then were taken to the booked table for 6. Food was great and staff very attentive beef was properly cooked with no blood in it. We don't like eating raw meat. Will be back. thank you.

We visited the Red lion twice over a weekend away for our anniversary. On both occasions the food was superb and the staff were very welcoming and chatty. The owner in particular was great and we would highly recommend visiting. We will most definitely be...

Having been to Tenby for a drive and got soaked, we struggled to find a pub that was actually open, and was still serving food - the Red Lion ticked all boxes, we were welcomed by a lovely young lady, allowed us to bring our...

The service was again good the table good however I felt the food was not as good nor the presentation, also if you asked for anything extra this time it was a response of we have none!

Stopped by for a late lunch. Very warm welcome. The pub has a varied menu and the food is of a high quality.

Went on Saturday evening for a reunion meal with friends. Food was amazing and the atmosphere was great. Friendly welcome and great service. Went again for lunch on a Wednesday , same service friendly and polite and again amazing food. Thank you . Would definitely recommend the Red Lion Llandyfaelog.

Was going for Sunday lunch expecting to be disappointed!How wrong was I, the service was good however we had to wait 15 mins for our table, the food was one of the best Sunday lunches I have had in probably 15 years!!The staff did not say no to any request it was very pleasant and refreshing!We will be going back!

I don't want to overstate this, but I am pretty sure that this is one of the best pubs in the UK. Not for posh, fine cuisine or anything like that, but for straightforward, very high quality, homemade traditional pub food. We turned up on spec while on holiday, and received the warmest possible welcome from everyone there - staff, regulars and other customers alike - and the food was what you always want, but so rarely get from a pub. Puddings were every bit as good too! The pub had a lively, friendly atmosphere which made us feel very much at home and none of us wanted to leave by the end.We're staying over an hour away (we called in on the way home from a trip out) and it's no exaggeration to say that we're trying to work out some excuse so we can go back again before we need to return home.You won't find better anywhere else, I promise you!

This little find is one of the best pub grubs we have ever had!!!! Great welcome too!!! Deserts to die for we drove about 8 miles to find this treasure and have already booked Sunday lunch....pics to follow soon...very well priced for good quality food...Thank you Sarah and team

Saturday night - very busy. Serving staff were excellent. Portions large and good pub food at a reasonable price.

We were staying locally for the weekend and wanted to find somewhere for Sunday lunch so looked on trip advisor and the red lion looked a good bet. Booked a table for 1pm. We were served quickly with drinks and the lady was very friendly. We were seated in a room just off the bar that had three other tables in it,all were full and there was a nice background of chatter. We both ordered the lamb which was lovely and there was plenty of vegetables in separate dishes-in fact we could never have finished the amount that was there!My husband didn’t have room for dessert but I can always find some ,so I had the strawberry sundae which was huge-see pic-and absolutely lovely.When we are next in the area we wouldn’t hesitate to visit here. The staff,food and everything was perfect. Thanks for a great lunch!

We were recommended to visit this pub/Restaurant by a very friendly man walking his dog,we were given directions and in the village we found the pub,very nice,clean and very friendly staff. We ordered our meals we had starters of prawn cocktail,whitebait,and cheesy ,ushrooms huge portions but very nice,followed by mains burger which was huge,beef strips in pepper sauce,and chicken breast in a creamy sauce all very nice. We looked at the pudding menu but we had to decline as so full but wish we could of had one as they looked very inviting. If that way again will defo go back,so we recommendvery highly.

Pleasant and friendly staff. The food was lovely with a great choice.We had the fully stacked burger and chicken in garlic and mushroom sauce yummy

This place never fails to please and is thoroughly recommended. The food is excellent and the real ales eminently quaffable.

Lovely function room, fab for select wedding or christening, staff friendly and attentive. Meal lovely, value for money.

I have to say that Having been to the Redlion for B&B; and many family occasions, and today calling for Sunday lunch.it is with out doubt the best around can’t fault it one little bit ,, Sarah and her staff are so hospitable with a smile and warm welcome always,, nothing is ever to much bother for them ⭐️

We have just had the roast beef dinner it was superb. The staff are really friendly. Highly recommend

We have been there twice this month and everything we have eaten is 100 percent, even down to the homemade tartar sauce. Can’t wait to go again x

Haven’t been to the Red Lion for years, a friend recommended the food at the weekend. I walked in this evening and the welcome was as fantastic as I can remember from years ago. The food was fantastic, on the table in 5 mins and the staff were superb. Looking forward to our next visit already!

Following a recommendation we reserved a table for Sunday lunch. Wish we had found this place on previous visits to the area as we had one of the best pub Sunday lunches ever. Roast lamb was superb, served with a good selection of vegetables followed by well presented desserts, all reasonably priced. Staff very helpful and friendly. We will be back !.

Despite living realtively local we have only visited here in the last 2 wks. What a find! Lovely welsh welcome and excellent menu choices large portions with delicious home made puddings. It’s extremely popular and gets very busy - book ahead. Well worth a visit one of the best places we have eaten for a long long time! Cant wait to return.

Really had a great stay over the weekend, food was excellent very friendly pub will definitely be staying again

Unexpected visit and what a lovely surprise. Fantastic food, great and friendly service, amazing time.

Called here with my family for lunch on Easter Friday - it’s off the main road and I saw a sign pointing to it so as it was lunchtime we headed down the road to give it a go. Glad we did - comfy, full of light and welcoming atmosphere. We enjoyed a delicious range of meals - I had the fish and chips, my wife had a tasty vegetarian meal, my son and daughter huge plates of salad & crisps accompanying the ciabatta sandwiches they’d ordered.

Sarah the owner of this little gem is a star.

Sarah and staff made us feel very spe dial. Food was amazing and in a lovely atmosphere we will be back xxx

We were recommended the Red Lion by one of the receptionists at Carmarthen Bay Caravan Park. We called in on a Tuesday lunch time, I ordered the Cod in Beer Batter, my husband ordered the Steak and Ale pie. The batter was to die for, however the fish could have been cooked a little more for my liking, it was a huge piece. My husband thoroughly enjoyed the pie, which was served in a dish topped with puff pastry, there was lots of meat, mushrooms and gravy.

We had a fantastic meal. My partner had the homemade chicken curry which was divine. The battered fish was fantastic. We popped back the next day and our pooch decided he didn't want to leave. To be honest....neither did I.!!!

This is the in place to eat in this area. The food is very good, with an extensive menue. The landlady and staff are friendly and very helpful. It's a great place for functions, my club has rebooked already for next Christmas.

Discovered this place via google and stopped for a meal after a new year’s day walk at Pembrey. Lovely atmosphere and we were impresssed by the warm welcome from staff and excellent food. Good value too. Definitely one we will visit again.

A local pub that oozes charm, amazing hospitality and food. Would highly recommend a visit the food is always top notch

Went here for Sunday lunch loads to eat choice of turkey/pork or beef loads of veg lovely desert as well. We have been coming here for 14 years and the lovely Sarah has got it spot on, so much so we had to have the mix grill challenge on the following Tuesday. Our friends from Pevensey Bay would not of forgiven us if we had not done so. Thank you Sarah and her staff for a fabulous evening.

Visit this Pub/Restaurant quite regularly,by far one of the best in the area food always excellent, starters,mains and sweets, always good size portions,sweets are stunning,very good selection of drinks,and very friendly staff. Been there as a couple and part of large group, nothing to much trouble!

Called in after seeing the reviews whilst staying in Carmarthen Bay, asked young man behind the bar if food was being served , he had to go and ask. It clearly was as the owner we think was taking an order elsewhere. Once confirmed that it was we asked where we could sit and and again he had to go and ask. Told we could only sit ate the table near the door , no other tables in use at this time and no reserved markers in this section. Most other tables received table service we had to order at the bar. Food was average pub group and my Lasagne was quite bland. No one came to check how the food was and we left before finishing our drinks, definitely made to feel as though we would of received better service and welcome if we had been local.

Very busy on a Monday evening. We got the last table. Poor waitress was serving food and bar and was run off her feet.

We had three evening meals whilst we were staying nearby. Each meal was very good, the staff were friendly and food was served in a timely manner. Everybody were very nice to our dog and should we be in the area again we would definitely eat here again.

Good country pub with very friendly staff. Food excellent , quite large portions so be warned if having a starter. Called in twice whilst in the area. Definitely recommend

Wanted to try the place for ages. Never stepped foot inside before.

We used TripAdvisor to.licate somewhere nice to eat in the beautiful Welsh countryside and this pub came up.

Warm, friendly,welcoming, professional. The accommodation was very comfortable. This is a very good example a well run family pub, with an excellent bar and extremely good catering.

Called without booking. Greeted warmly, food, no problem at any time. Good menu choice, had ham,egg and chips, lovely. Friendly staff nothing too much trouble, will call again.

We visited on Sunday after receiving a recommendation to eat at the Red Lion. Friendly staff at the bar who made us feel welcome and good food and drink at very reasonable prices. We would definitely return.

Excellent food Super surroundings happy staff It was a Thursday night and pub very busy which created a lovely atmosphere. Will definately go back

Called on Friday night, 4 people, had a wonderful welcome and we had some excellent food, lamb was to die for, cooked to perfection. Service was exceptional and staff could not do enough for you

Had dinner here a couple of weeks ago. Had the lamb shank and it was amazing! Cooked to perfection and really tasty. Gluten free options are available. Staff are really friendly and helpful too.

2 of us called for a light lunch. Excellent toasted brie and cranberry sandwich and super chips on the side. Impressed with quality of bread - made a big difference.