The Usk Vale in Newport

Great food good service surprised me with the quality of the steaks we had my wife said the best stake she has had in a long time

Myself and my family went to the Usk Vale to celebrate my Birthday because we heard that the food was good, We all met there and first impressions was not good when we drove into the car park,At first we thought the place was shut as the outside is in a very poor state,Overgrown weeds on a Big patio area old furniture and overgrown grass area leading to the entrance once inside the dining area looked ok just needs a bit of tlc we were greeted by a very nice waitress who took our order when the food came I we all were surprised how nice it was nice and hot and the food itself was very nice my steak was cooked perfectly and so was everybody's food cooked nice, I said to my family if only the outside was tideyd up it would make so much difference and it wouldn't cost much to do I think people visiting this restaurant would be put off going in because of this after all first appearances count and I think a week's work outside would be all that it takes I could do it for £1,000 and it would attract more people

Lovely food. Fab service . Highly recommend x

Enjoyed Sunday lunch today .lovely service food was delicious roast potatoes gorgeous

Good tasty food fair prices lovely staff, one thing wrong with the building no wheelchair access

Absolutely fantastic 3 course Sunday Lunch. Everything fresh, no frozen. Meat was really tender. 10/10 would recommend, thank you

Couldn't ask for a nicer place to stop for a bite. Prices are so fair, I'd eat here rather than cook at home, if I lived locally.

Love this place. First-time visitors, my husband and I found the atmosphere calming, the staff extremely friendly. The food came nicely presented and cooked to perfection. We shall visit again and try something different.

OMG just had child's chicken dinner and adult beef dinner takeaway 😋 all for £15 , would recommend this dinner to everyone, the gravy was so delicious we had gravy and bread after . BIG THANKYOU to USK VALE RESTAURANT, delicious food, plenty of it and tasty gravy. You couldn't buy it for that price

Great friendly, family feel service with professionalism too. The place could do with a refefb, to be fair. A little gold mine that hasn't realised its own potential yet.

We parked up yesterday, took the dog for a quick walk. Wanted to go and have a look as soon as many positive comments…as far as I could see there was only one entrance from the car park which was up some steps, along a gravel path to some very steep metal steps to a patio area. The area was not appealing at all - old musty arm chairs dumped by the side of the building, old metal table and chairs in front of us - we turned around without even entering the building - appalling entrance to a pub which we were looking forward to seeing ……what a shame…

Friends and I came on a bank holiday - first time under new management. We had their ‘small plates’- wow!! Very impressive! We chose a variety between the 4 of us snd all we very impressed at the quality of the food. Such a reasonable price too. We sat outside because it was actually a sunny Monday Bank Holiday. The outside areas need work but reading their future plans, I am looking forward to what the new owners will do to the Usk Vale. Would definitely recommend and we’ll definitely come back. Thanks for the amazing food

Went here for wedding reception. Buffet was ok. Mainly consisted of cold meats, salad n chips. Tables n chairs were dressed nice.

Was at the usk vale last night for a family members 50th birthday fab night great atmosphere and huge amounts of varied food laid out all freshly done well done to all involved I would highly recommend a visit here couldn't fault it just fabulous thank you

We stopped here for Sunday lunch while enjoying one of the many great bike rides in the area, and are so glad we did. We received a very warm welcome on our arrival. The restaurant has a warm and friendly atmosphere. We both went for the three course option, and every one was a winner. Delicious home-cooked food with a friendly and efficient service. A lovely and perfect end to our day. This place is highly recommended, and now that we have found it, we will most definitely be back.

Visited 6/2, for lunch choosing Cheese & Onion Panini with salad, Cumberland Sausage Mash Peas & Gravy & Brunch. Food was very good, all 3 meals for under £28 with pints of Diet Coke @ £1 95. No desserts for us as we were full (maybe next time). One of our party walks with the aid of a arm/elbow support & staff offered the use of the side door so she did not have to use the steps. Very grateful for that but there was no disabled toilet on the premises.

1st time here in years. Staff were very friendly,polite and helpful Food was absolutely fantastic,all of my group said the same food was superb,fresh,hot and very tasty, We will be eating here again. Top notch guys great evening

Very atmospheric place, craft drinks, very nice owners and bartenders. I will recommend this establishment to everyone. Thank you for a good time☺️

Great food excellent customer service

Lovely home made Sunday lunch and apple crumble - the best ever 😋

Had a lovely Sunday lunch here yesterday, the food was delicious and the service good, it was quite busy the time we went but think the new owners and staff handled it brilliantly, and couldnt do enough for us. We will definitely look forward to going back for another meal soon. Looks like the Usk Vale is back on the up 👏

You did a brilliant job at hosting my lovely Auntie’s 60th last night. We all have a wonderful time and really enjoyed our food. It was great to have use of the function room to really enjoy the celebrations together; thank you. Wishing you every success! The Usk Vale is most certainly on the up. 😊

Had a fabulous evening celebrating my 60th birthday with family and friends . There were 35 of us and everything was excellent. Service was amazing and the food was delicious. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed . Many thanks to the staff for helping to make my birthday special x

Sunday lunch was nice. Plenty on plate.cooked nicely although veg wasnt seasoned so needed the salt and pepper. Gravy was tasty though

Food ok but not a great choice. Service was fine, they seemed like nice friendly people here but a bit more effort on appearance would be good for waiting staff. The atmosphere was poor. Not cosy and a mixed bag of tables and chairs. Could do with a few pictures on the walls a tidy up on the bar and proper menus. Also accessibility is bad, had to carry a pram up stairs to get in and elderly relative struggled a bit.

We had a very lovely meal here, food quality was spot on and the portions were huge! Prices were very reasonable. Only scored slightly lower for atmosphere, but there was only 2 tables in whilst we visited, and I think they are renovating.

Great to see the Usk Vale back open again. We had a fab meal and the staff were really welcoming Very reasonably priced too and we will definitely be going back!

Wow wow wow! Food and service were incredible. Such great value for money too. Can say enough about how lovely our visit wad today. We will be back. Thank you

Sunday roast was absolutely gorgeous definitely the best I've ever had

We only went to a party in the funcion room so cant really comment much

Providing disco for birthday parties 🥳

Disappointing 60th Birthday (18 people). 21/07/23 Booked 2wks in advance, offered to pre order this was declined by the venue. Upon arrival, when ordering drinks at the bar we were questioned if the table booked was for a teenagers party? When ordering the majority of the party opted for starters, great price, £15 for 2 courses. The starter came out quickly and was presented well. It all went a bit downhill from there… The table was cleared and replacement cutlery was ‘dumped’ in the middle of the table. It was approx. 40mins for a few of the main courses to come out. The last member of our party received theirs 50mins after the first main was given. No member of staff asked at any point during the evening ‘if everything is ok’ surely a standard practice in the hospitality industry? We finished up with a home made Birthday cake, kindly brought out by the staff that was then presented to the wrong person. When questioned the server replied ‘no one told me who it was’. I suppose the point to make is, sadly, this venue was way out of its depth with a large party. As the only table booked eating in the venue the expectation for even average service was expected, was this too much to ask? My mother in law approached the server to express our disappointment (she was upset as she had arranged the booking) and was told ‘we had to do 18 covers’. We don’t get together as a family as often as we should, it’s such a shame our evening was tainted by poor service which most definitely could have been avoided. Edit, 23/07/23 after response from owner. I actually paid for both 2 courses me and my partner had. I think you might be getting me confused with my sister in law who did speak with you. I have not complained about your food, please re-read above. Considering 2 courses were £15 I believe what I received was satisfactory for the price. My review was simply pointing out the lack of service and attention the only party eating in your venue, on clearly a special occasion received. You should learn from conservative feedback and stop with the defensive if you wish to grown your business and support the community/Newport.

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I am sitting on the fence here. Booked a table 3 weeks back and turned up 25/05 to find the restaurant in darkness, no tables set up and a distinct lack of atmosphere. On arrival I was told the kitchen was not open. The member of staff then went to speak to someone else who checked the booking and apologized for the lack of service. The chef was out dropping another MOS off and was told he would be back soon. Was offered tea/ coffee twice whilst waiting, which raised a concern. Asked if they were serving alcohol to which they said yes. We put an order in and was brought out a menu to peruse. It was a breakfast menu. Asked for the main menu that could not be found. The chef turned up and also apologised. No menu, only what was in his head. Not a lot of choice but we stuck with it. The food was tasty when served but not well presented. The chips came in a large container that we had to serve ourselves. My friend had sausage and mash and the mash came in a separate container. Only 2 items on the dessert menu. It transpires that the Usk Vale has recently been taken over, about the time of my booking. Chef said Sunday dinners are a big hit but if the presentation is anything like our meal, I would be surprised. He offered up only meat dishes, which did not capture my imagination. When I asked if he had any fish, he said No but he would source for me, which he did. I have to give him credit where it is due. I don't think they had my booking and were thinking on their feet to keep our custom. Hopefully things will get better there.

Great Sunday lunch and service was great.

Very nice place to go for food and quite reasonable for the money they one two or three courses for a sunday lunch .

Great independent restaurant + bar, personal service from the owners made the experience a great one.

Food was amazing service was fast staff are amazing to very friendly and helpful

2nd time visiting the gem during mid week firstly let's talk about the pub, it has everything good sports bar a decent sized restaurant and a private function room. The new owners have set the right standards from the off and can only be on route to a prestigious pub/restaurant in the area. The food was excellent portions we're that of a typical pub gurb...large and value for money you will not be disappointed by the standards either, im a bit of a foodie and the burger delivered 10 fold.... attached a few photos good luck guys and look forward to a regular visit 👌

I love it. I've been there for the first time for a charity night and I love it. My friend organised very well. It was Murder Mistery night, was great fun and laughter. Food was ok but don't expect to much. I had a curry and fairly I can say it was ok. Generally speaking I would go again.

Beautiful meal for fathers day. Meal was outstanding and service was great. Thanks for a great afternoon.

Dreadful experience of The Usk Vale for Sunday lunch this afternoon. We waited an hour before the mains were presented even though the starters had not even appeared before the mains arrived. The lamb was nice but let down for the slow service provided. The door leading to the smoking area was left open leaving the smell of cigarettes hitting our noses, before we could smell the food infront of us. Waitresses were polite and friendly but perhaps more training is needed from management. We will not be returning anytime soon.

50p pool, reasonably priced drinks and tasty bar food. Nice family ran pub

Service was excellent for starters, ok for mains, but then nonexistent for desserts. Vegetarian sausages as the option for a veggie Sunday lunch were bland and disappointing.

Lovely staff but food was a big disappointment. Packet meet not what was on the menu roasted potatoes was so burnt couldn't cut them. Yorkshire pudding was over cooked & dry uneditable 😟

Food was good and staff were nice i would definitely recommend it.

Fab starter, fab main and fab pud

Lovely Sunday lunch and great friendly service. Thank you!! Booked again whilst there for another Sunday roast next week. There is a park just past the car park keeps the children busy.

The food is absolutely wonderful here and the service is nice too!

Great local pub. Good food. Lovely area

Good food, good beers, have to reserve a table but hey ho its worth it!! Would recommend for pub food!!

Really lovely Sunday roast with a fab friendly service. Would highly recommend!

Absolutely lovely little place and it's gets a rare 5 STARS from myself and I'm sure from my family too. The food was excellent, all homecooked and not a microwave in sight, the staff were all super friendly and the service was great. The food took around 10-15 mins to arrive after ordering. My family went for the roast dinner with different meats, (which they all said was delicious and well cooked, I however went against the grain and went for the scampi and chips which, I have to say I don't normally do on a Sunday but I'm glad I did as it was one of the best I've had, the chips were also homemade, NOT frozen, hallelujah, a chef that can be bothered to peel a few spuds. You might say it's only a chip but that's a hard thing to get right. As a chef myself, I know what I'm looking for and It's simple food but that's often the best when done really well, as it was here. The price was more than fair too, considering how much meat we all had. Then there was the desert, we all went (6 of us) with the exception of 1, for the flake cheesecake which again, was to die for, the odd one out went for chocolate cake a custard which she said was one of the best. I have to say though, super well done to the care, love and and attention this chef and his team put into that food, what a guy. If it wasn't for my Great Uncle saying about this place we'd never have known it was there as its off the beaten path, but I'd highly recommend this place although I want to be a little selfish and save it just for myself, lol. It's a long review as it deserves it and it's not often I give 5 STARS! Well done, we'll definitely be back for years to come. Unfortunately, I was too busy eating this lovely food to take photos but I will the next time were there, which'll be very soon I'm sure.

Food always amazing lovely staff

Lovely Sunday lunch will be back

Beautiful food and excellent service.. will definitely be visiting again .

Beautiful Sunday roast, good service and reasonably priced

Best Sunday lunch in Newport with wonderful staff

Great service, even better food. Top Sunday lunch!

It been 2 years since we were last there food still great and the service was great

Great food, best chips ever, friendly staff

Good food, excellent service, friendly atmosphere.

Booked table for 20 persons for a 80th Birthday party , Staff were very helpful and polite , food was served quickly and hot 😁👍 will definitely be returning Thank you Usk Vale 😉

Beautiful food. Cheap beers. Friendly atmosphere.

Just as good as ever. Great beer. Great staff. Well managed. Must go there more often.

The staff was lovely and the food was really lovely I have always had a lovely meal in there

Good wholesome food prepared in their own kitchens at really affordable prices - plenty of parking space - they still have a working mens bar, a family bar and a function room! Keen to please and have always left as a satisfied customer!

Was not very good food and the service was not good

Had our family Christmas meal here, made us feel very welcome, Excellent meal. fantastic staff, booked for next year. X

Fantastic Christmas do...... lovely food and fab entertainment from The Remakes.Will definitely book next year

Good service and comfortable venue. Eat there regularly but this the chips and lasagna weren't up to their usual high standard

I was only delivering balloons there buf if was very busy and the food smelt lovely

Lovely food, service was great, really enjoyed it x

Got given a old £5.00 note in my change won't be going there again

Visited here for a Sunday lunch the smell completely overwhelmed me of chip fat and we all completely stank when we left. The food was poor and tasteless. Very disappointed

Lovely food and service and very reasonable

Good food, friendly staff and value VB for money makes it a must visit place!!

Fabulous food fantastic staff 😀

It's okay, pretty standard bit has that feeling of being stuck in the 1980's. Clean but grotty at the same time.

Really friendly staff and delicious food. Good value too

Just left this fantastic restaurant; staff were brilliant, food was delicious and very reasonably priced. Highly recommend

Fantastic meal after a little wait due to being busy ..can see why it's so busy tho... outstanding

Good quality meals for a reasonable price. Function room available. The staff are really freindly.

5 of us had lunch today 14 June 2019. Excellent food and service.

Stopped for drinks. 2 beer gardens ok for dogs. Nice food menu. Nice surroundings

Wow home cooked food stunning, staff brilliant for our annual get together but our first time at Usk Vale..A hidden gem..

family meal.....lovely as always!! very good pub grub and a lovely pint too!!

Nice. Could do with new out door furniture

The restaurant is a bit plain but the food was excellent two courses £10.95 three£14.90. good quality, good portion sizes I had 4 lamb cutlets in minted gravy fantastic. We are going back.

Staff were really friendly and food was fab. Reasonably priced. Steak was cooked nicely, as were the accompanying vegetables. Will be back :)

Oooh I love this place. Has a good sized function room where we hold our annual WI Christmas party. Food is amazing...procecco is even better.

Food was home made and lovely quick service from 2 lovely staff

Went with a group of people food excellent staff friendly and helpful prices are very competitive

Lovely 60th birthday party. The room was nice.

Unbelievable value for money for the quality and amount of food for Sunday roast

Lovely food and friendly service

Sunday lunch really lovely and tasty

Lovely friendly atmosphere, although can be a bit chilly

Pleasent and polite staff nice food

Wonderful food and fabulous service X used the function room for large parties which was Cold when we went in but soon warmed up with 3 large parties in there. Food was piping hot and lots of it and the waitresses came around to ask if we needed to anything else. Would highly recommend.