Y Bwyty Bach in Powys

Absolutely delicious breakfast and came for lunch too. Beautiful building and gorgeous location. Highly recommended!

We found this place by accident but would have travelled miles for it. Truly the best breakfast we both have ever tasted.

No tea or coffee available at 12 noon on Saturday because they ran out of milk! Poor show for a cafe to have no milk at lunchtime

An absolute gem of a cafe. Within a meticulously restored heritage building set in Incredible surroundings. The breakfasts are ELITE level. Exceptional local produce put together by a team who are clearly passionate about great food and service. Pair this with a visit to the adjoining tretower court - highly recommended.

Absolute perfection! Lovely relaxed atmosphere. Beautiful setting with real attention to detail. Friendly staff & the food was delicious- everything cooked to perfection! Will definitely be making this a regular stop.

Sadly the restaurant is now closed but the cafe is open Wednesday to Sunday 10.00 till 3.30 serving simple meals and sandwiches. I had sausage eggs and chips which was very good. The service was very good and an extremely pleasant and friendly host.

Great food and the chef's passion for cooking was obvious. Intersting historic building. Local produce and a decent wine list

Visiting the CADW's marvelous Tretower Court in Crickhowell and planned to visit the 'cafe' for lunch. Big mistake. Uninspiring decor, rude staff and "only serving coffee", which was served cold! We also had to endure an enormous fridge being moved around the premises, blocking our (much-needed by then) exit. Why even bother publishing opening times when it's clear you neither like nor want customers. Highly unprofessional and a huge disappointment.

Lamb noisette rather tough and tasteless. Rest of food v nice but tiny helpings. Music totally unsuitable for age of diners there and service underwhelming.

Great meal in an unusual and attractive setting. A modern dining area ihas been created within the partly ruined medieval Tretower Court, a largish fortified manor. Great food, limited menu of local produce very imaginatively prepared, very high quality. Also a short wine list, sensibly priced to give a reasonable choice. Service was absolutely charming, we also met the chef who showd a real passion for his cooking. A very memorabl experience

Simply wonderful experience. Great food, great atmosphere. Only 12 or so tables. The chef and owner was serving tables as they were short staffed and his knowledge and love of the dishes really came through as he spoke about them. Great place and will definitely visit again. Fully recommend the tasting menu, and the treacle bread was incredible.

First visit to Y Bwyty Bach for a lunchtime meal. The food was delicious, cooked and presented to a very high standard. The portions were just right. The wine list was extensive and the Blancs de Blancs fizz, particularly good. We are already planning our second visit when we shall try the taster menu and wine flight. Thank you to Connor and team for a lovely meal.

An unforgettable roast, every mouthful was absolutely delicious. A very affordable 3 course meal (£34) accompanied by a great wine list. Situated in a small barn surrounded by the Welsh hills, it’s a real gem and worth the visit. Great ambience , staff were very accommodating and the food was exceptional. I’m going to come back to try their mid week menu

Absolutely fantastic experience! A lovely little atmospheric place where we sampled Sunday lunch today. Food was beautiful and highly recommended 👌 As ever, its the staff that make it. They were super friendly, happy and chatty. The menu isn't extensive, but what they do, they do soooo right.

This has to be the best meal we have had in the UK for years - the food was wonderful, the service excellent and the staff happy and friendly. Fantastic

This is something really rather special. The setting in a restored medical barn (Cadw) as part of Tretower Castle is just gorgeous. Utterly unique and atmospheric. The dinnner was incredible: one of the best meals I have had in a long time. A big emphasis on local provenance and excellent quality ingredients. A five course tasting menu, paired with some really delicious wines. Friendly, efficient staff. It is not cheap at £115 per person. But for the quality of the food, the experience and the setting it is money well spent. Some meals you enjoy and forget: this is not one of those. If you have a special occasion and want an experience that you are going to remember then I highly recommend it. Michelin famously had their definition of “ worth making a special trip for” and this definitely reaches that level. (And as an amusing addition we had taxi trouble so Chef gave us a lift home. Which was incredibly kind of him but somehow seems totally in keeping).

Another fabulous meal here. This time we had lunch and it was fantastic from start to finish. Service was excellent- just the right pace and level of attentiveness. The lunch menu with just a few choices (3 courses for £40 - well four if you include the awesome sourdough and seaweed butter) is light, seasonal, unusual and clever. It’s from a chef who uses ingredients in a sensible non flamboyant yet delightfully plated way; just brilliantly cooked and with one eye on his bottom line. Seaweed in our butter and our delicious hollandaise, black garlic with the asparagus and the beef, nasturtium leaves with the starter and the main. It made the courses flow and feel connected somehow. The portion sizes aren’t huge (which we prefer) and we left feeling very satisfied. The crème caramel with strawberries (fresh strawberries, compressed strawberries, strawberry gel and memorable sorbet - suitable for vegetarians too) was sublime. The only problem was deciding what to savour last. The kitchen is run by a very small and efficient crew, just two at front of house. It was a delight.

I am rarely moved to write restaurant reviews but our recent discovery of Y Bwyty Bach and our three dining experiences there have been highlights of the year and deserve a lengthy description. We first went for Sunday lunch with friends in early May 2023 and ate the most fantastic take on a traditional British roast. The selection was limited to two or three items at each course, including a vegetarian option. The freshness, seasonality, presentation and quality of ingredients, and the sheer imagination, in bringing to life what is traditionally a rather stayed British meal, made this menu stand out. We ate Wye Valley asparagus, wild garlic, locally sourced beef and pork, salt-roasted beetroot and the first crop of Cheddar Valley strawberries. We returned eagerly for a birthday dinner a deux the next week and ate the £65 six-course sampling menu. It was simply stunning! In fact, it was so good that we returned for another birthday dinner 10 days later! So, we have enjoyed two of these six-course dinner menus. One of us is pescatarian and had adapted menus which the staff were only too pleased to arrange.) From the amuse-bouche snacks at the start to the sweet treat at the end, the two evening experiences were exceptional and without doubt the loveliest meals we have enjoyed anywhere in Wales. Comparisons are invidious, they say, but I would go as far as saying that the sheer brilliance of combinations, apparent simplicity (with undoubted underlying sophistication),and beauty of presentation are on a par with the only Michelin star restaurant we have experienced recently. That is Restaurant Lafleur in the Palmengarten, Frankfurt, where chef Andreas Krolik creates small beautiful dishes of exceptional flavour and quality, such as we experienced with our six-course dinner menus at Y Bwyty Bach. The restaurant setting is an ancient stone barn of immense character, set against the rolling pastoral landscape of Monmouthshire. It is furnished in an unfussy, comfortable modern style. The fusion of bucolic and modern works incredibly well and there has clearly been great attention to artistic detail in selection of plain furnishings for the dining room and of table settings and handmade plates that compliment the surroundings and the food. The wine list was not extensive and is not cheap, but of rare and excellent quality. Over three meals, we have selected bottles of beautiful French rose wines of the Provence style, a gorgeous heavy Spanish red, and a bone-dry Austrian white (gruner vetliner). At our last dinner, one of us opted for the “wine flight” of selected wines at four of the courses. All were of high quality and perfectly selected, from a crisp Kentish sparkling brut to a luscious dessert Sauternes. The service at Y Bwyty Bach can not be faulted. It is friendly, professional and attentive but does not intrude and there is no flummery. The staff are knowledgeable and well-grounded to explain the menus and their creation. At our last visit the chefs, Rod and Connor, also presented the food to us and their passion for their work, knowledge and skill when talking about the dishes were a real pleasure to enjoy. In total, this incredible restaurant provides a unique experience of enjoying British cuisine at world-class standard in a relaxed and unhurried setting. I would recommend it as among the finest dining experiences I have ever had anywhere. Y Bwyty Bach is truly exceptional art and alchemy.

Shocking lunch. Egg mayonnaise sandwich on white supermarket bread. You would get better at a service station. I am sure the three course meal is lovely. But why put these sandwiches up as specials. Never again!

Hit and miss really. The tartar was excellent, warm on a pomme Anna . The chicken leg was overpowered by the lemon and the skin was translucent. Not very appealing. Bread was very good . The Cod dish by far the highlight of the savoury...

Six of us visited this restaurant at lunch time. Four of us ordered one of their sandwiches! We were shocked by the lack of presentation and quality of ingredients. White sliced, margarine ! It’s not difficult to make an impressive sandwich and present it well....

What an amazing restaurant. From start to finish, our whole experience here was perfection. A very relaxed atmosphere. What the chef has created here is a taste sensation, with everything being executed perfectly. Don’t be fooled by the smaller portions, after 6 courses we were...

Went for a lunch to celebrate our wedding anniversary. The lunch was superb , well presented and taste was brilliant. The service was excellent and as each course was presented the waitress described the meal in detail. Highly recommended restaurant.

While visiting Tretower Court we saw a sign for a “cafe” on popping in the building was stunning although the ambiance was non existent admittedly it was a quiet Wednesday lunch time but it was like eating in a library. Seemingly the only food available...

I have no idea why there aren't more people frequenting Y Bwyty Bach. The food cooked by Chef Conor Turner is, without a shadow of a doubt, exceptional. He cooks seasonal ingredients and makes inventive and unusual dishes which should be being enjoyed by tons...

We visited for the six course evening tasting menu for £65 each and it was stunning. The food was all beautifully presented, with amazing flavours and it was all really tasty. The atmosphere was also lovely, in a converted barn with beamed ceilings. Great service...

It’s been along time since I’ve experienced such a high standard of service and professional care with attention to detail presented by the waiting staff members. Welcoming, charming and a thorough knowledge of each dish they served us. The staff obviously take pride in their...

Incredible Valentines evening meal. My husband and I have never tasted anything quite like the dishes served. We were blown away with the service, food presentation, unique tastes and overall ambiance of this special restaurant. We cannot wait to visit again. So glad you are...

My husband and I went for the evening taster menu. The food was some of the best I have ever had in my quite considerable lifetime. The stone bass was sublime and the most delicious thing I have EVER eaten. The second part of the...

Clearly everyone's said it already. Totally unexpected. Not your average castle cafe. Not your average restaurant. I can't see how they are making a profit using such quality ingredients. Outstanding, adventurous, challenging, exciting menu. Beautiful to look at, magnificent to eat. Wonderful. Lovely waiting staff...

This food is just amazing if I had a choice between Gordon Ramsay finest cooking and this I would have this

I found this place by accident- the reviews looked good (although you can never be sure) and the sample menu was full of promise. We were not disappointed and left very full and very happy. The hake with Cafe de Paris sauce and sweet pickled...

Had a wonderful meal here on Saturday night. The venue is in a discreet location, it feels cosy & quirky as you enter the building. The staff were 10/10 all evening - they explained each meal as it was placed on the table & always...

Don't normally write reviews on here, but this was the best Sunday lunch I've had in a long time. Everything was delicious and the service was excellent. Looking forward to coming again soon

After visiting the restaurant back when it first opened for their evening service, as soon as we found out they done Sunday Lunch we booked straight away. From the moment we walked in we were greeted by welcoming staff, which is always so refreshing! For...

There were four of us and three of the four had a tasting menu and the fourth ordered specific items from the menu, so we more or less got to try everything bar a few from the menu. Everything was faultless. All the food tasted...

A very pleasant evening spent at this restaurant. Very relaxed yet professional, friendly knowledgeable staff and food stunning, absolutely faultless. Presented beautifully, well cooked and just the right amount of time between plates. Will definitely return and 100% recommend. Thank you.

Service was excellent. The setting is evocative and the tasting menu was brilliant. Really enjoyed the duck, a kind of confit meets chasseur that worked brilliantly. There is a restaurant in the French Alps that has a twist on this which I look forward to...

My wife, son & I went to Y Bwyty Bach near Crickhowell last night for dinner having heard about it as a recently opened restaurant. The atmosphere was friendly & welcoming from the front of house staff and a lovely intimate size of about 30...

The building is so impressive but once the food arrives it fades into the background. The taster menu is of the highest order - every mouthful is bang on! We had a wonderful time until our taxi back to the hotel let us down at...

We live locally and have visited several times and each time we’ve thoroughly enjoyed our meal. We have only visited in the evening but the ambience is great, the room is lovely and the service is excellent, just the right level of attention from the...

Lunch menu bears no resemblance to photos of what looks like super evening meal. Welsh Rarebit inedible Staff lovely Sandwich literally that, no garnish, leaf, crisp, nothing!

Just the most amazing restaurant! Everything is perfect from the ambiance to the sublime food and wine! This is the restaurant that should be at the very top of everyone’s ‘have to visit’ list and then I know it will be at the top of...

What a little gem of a restaurant. Nestled in the CADW centre of Tretower court. This restaurant was faultless. We had the 5 course tasting menu which was beauftiful and service was impeccable. The building is beautiful with a real historic feeling. Modern music was...

Just returned from a long planned trip to this fantastic restaurant. I have watched the work in progress on social media and finally had the opportunity to savour the delights I had been watching develop. On arrival the guys on front of house were absolutely...

A beautiful, ancient building with a thoroughly modern approach to hospitality. An absolute gem. A lovely warm welcome, a helpful explanation of the menu and a wonderful evening. There is a five course tasting menu or else the Idea is that you have a few...

I rarely leave reviews but this place really did exceed our expectations. Myself and my partner were blown away. The evening was faultless from start to finish. Awesome atmosphere! The staff great! All very attentive and couldn't do enough, they made us feel very looked...

We booked a table for a birthday treat. The staff were very welcoming and helpful, the music was great (not too loud) and the cocktails were delicious. We chose the tasting menu and we are so glad we did; each course was a unique blend...

What a treat! Each dish is a unique taste sensation and beautifully presented. The staff are very welcoming and service is excellent. Highly recommend and we will definitely return.

Fantastic. Beautifully cooked interesting food, knowledgeable and friendly staff, wonderful building & location. A really excellent addition to the local food scene. We’ll definitely go back.

We arrived at the restaurant at 7pm in time for a glass of champagne and were shown to our table by Daf. The place was buzzing; two long tables and lots of couples’ tables. Ours was next to an open window with views out onto...

Tonight I found a hidden gem in the most stunning of surroundings. Y Bwyty Bach at Tretower court located just outside of the town of Crickhowell is an absolute must if you are looking for amazing food, service and location. My wife and I chose...

We went here to have a drink and were a little bit disappointed that there wasn't a bit more of a variety of homemade cakes, sandwiches etc for some people who were using this as a 'café' before or after visiting Tretower Court and Castle....

Fantastic date night experience at Y Bwyty Bach on Friday and what a tasting menu it was! All the courses beautifully balanced from start to finish. Connor and the team really know what they’re doing in the kitchen! The chocolate, cherries and woodruff dessert was...

Visited Y Bwyty Bach at Tretower Court today. Was visiting Tretower Court and Castle and thought we would pop in for some lunch or maybe a coffee. We decided to have a coffee and 2 of the "desserts" off the menu. I was quite pleased...

Popped in because we were curious to see what the food was like - and what a surprise we had! Although it was a limited lunch menu to choose from, there was a lovely selection of light bites e.g. salads, bagels and desserts. We ordered...

The restaurant is set in an historic grade 2 listed barn with oak beams and an open kitchen, with an exceptional chef 👩‍🍳 and attentive staff. The food is top class, we had the starter menu and enjoyed each course which we devoured with enjoyment...

This was really special treat - I think the pictures of the food tell you a lot ….. really top end food. We had the 6 course taster menu - excellent. The staff know their menu so well. Also - worth noting they have a...

The setting, atmosphere, service, food and drink were faultless; a complete gem of a restaurant. Thank you so much for the beautiful meal 😊

In the newly refurbished barn opposite Tretower House and Castle - a lovely setting for really imaginative food that has been exquisitely cooked by a young and super-talented chef. Not over-priced and served with elegance by friendly but unobtrusive staff. I'd say, run to get...

We visited this wonderful restaurant for a romantic evening. Not sure where to start. The place itself has bags of character and thats just the start of things. The staff are attentive but subtle, we felt that we were well looked after but their service...

We booked for a pre-birthday meal as a special occasion. My wife & I are both vegetarians but Daf on front of house couldn't have been more accomodating and said they had adapted their 6 course taster menu to fit our requirements. Every dish that...

A jewel in our crown! 5* food absolutely delicious! 5* service very relaxing. Cocktails too! So if your in Crickhowell/tretower area book you won’t be disappointed!

A truly unforgettable experience: this restaurant will become one of Wales’ top hospitality establishments. Connor’s understanding of flavours and ingredients is really special and the dishes we enjoyed in the taster menu were exceptional. Daf, who is the Maitre’d, is really engaging and attentive, and...

We decided to try this new restaurant/cafe in Tretower near Crickhowell. We were not disappointed at all. Newly converted barn in a beautiful setting. Service first class. Food excellent. Don't expect food piled up on your plate but do expect flavoursome healthy well presented dishes....

Fantastic food, service and ambience at the new restaurant in Tretower. We enjoyed a cocktail on the terrace before the 6 course tasting menu. I was well catered for as a vegetarian, which was appreciated. Really good value for the standard of cooking. Beautiful surroundings,...

Have just returned from a delicious meal with professional front of house in beautiful historic surroundings. We had the tasting menu and each course was cooked to perfection. What a wonderful addition to Crickhowell.

With lots of great restaurants, which we frequent regularly, it takes something special to catch the attention and this place, is a huge surprise. Fabulous location, unique style and wonderful experience. A little off the beaten track but well worth the fuel, even at £2.00...

The food I had was excellent and great value. I was really impressed with the service too. It is in a very unique location too, in a converted barn next to a Castle in the picturesque village of Tretower. I would recommend the taster menu...

Came to Y Bwyty Bach for dinner on their first Saturday night of opening and all I have to say is WOW. From the moment you walked in there you were blown away by the barn renovation. The FOH staff are so attentive and pleasant,...

Everything was perfect. It is no exaggeration for me to say that this is the best food I have ever had. As others have said the location is brilliant and the decor and front of house were perfect. This place is going to be a...

We had the six-course taster menu yesterday evening and all of the food was delicious. An extremely talented chef and a great front-of-house team guarantees you have the best experience possible. What a truly amazing asset to our local area!

10/10 experience. Amazing food, cocktails and service. Staff are extremely knowledgeable and welcoming. Highly recommend!

Connor & Daf have absolutely nailed it. We booked in their opening week and were blown away by Y Bwyty Bach. The setting in the rennovated barn is welcoming and comfortable. Then there was the excitment of the menu and reassuring wine list, to allay...