The best restaurants in St. Augustine's The Vale of Glamorgan South East

Second Visit: Disappointing Compared to the First! My first visit to The Touring Club left a lasting impression—minimalistic Scandinavian design, a welcoming atmosphere, and excellent food and drinks. Unfortunately, my second experience didn’t quite live up to the same standards. The sleek black exterior and Scandi-inspired interior remain highlights. The glass roof and open kitchen add charm, while the mix of bar seating, window stools, and cozy tables offers versatility. On this visit, I sat upstairs at the long communal table before moving downstairs as seats became available. However, space management remains an issue. By 2:15 PM, the venue felt cramped when a group of five arrived. The food aromas were present but not overwhelming, and the view of the chefs from the bar seating is still a nice touch. The Beef Sliders: Disappointingly dry, with average-quality meat. The kimchi and cheese added some flavor but lacked the moisture or richness a good sauce could have provided. The Crab and mango Salad: A lackluster dish with a small portion for the price. While the pesto was passable, the crab was underwhelming, and the accompanying vegetables didn’t elevate the dish. Gin Basil Smash cocktail : A letdown this time—less intensity and balance compared to my previous visit. The drink lacked the vibrant flavors I had enjoyed the first time. The team is warm but seemed somewhat overwhelmed - the wait for order was long and had to come down to ground level to prompt. Also be aware of a food service break between breakfast and lunch (12:30–1:00 PM) creates a gap where no food is served, which could be inconvenient for some diners.

Responded very quickly to my enquiry. Yes they have Sherbet Lemons.

Amazing place. Staff are always so friendly. Food great.

Great staff and spacious, pleasant atmosphere with very god music playing.

A fantastic local Indian. The most authentic tasting curry in Penarth. The service is fantastic; always happy to help and often suggesting ways to get a better deal or money off next time. Can’t fault them.

A True Gem in Penarth! I absolutely love everything on the menu at Keyif Restaurant, but their pirzola (lamb chops) is my absolute favorite! Perfectly cooked, tender, and packed with flavor—every bite is a delight. Beyond the incredible food, the hospitality and service are always top-notch, creating a welcoming and enjoyable culinary experience. Whether it’s a casual meal or a special night out, Keyif never ever disappoints. Highly recommended for anyone looking for delicious, authentic food in Penarth!

This restaurant offers a unique and delicious dining experience. The meals were expertly prepared, highlighting the quality of the ingredients. The ambiance was charming, and the staff provided excellent service. We will definitely be back!

Very good craft beers, if a little on the strong side.

The food and service here is absolutely sensational. Hard recommend from me.

Been coming here for years but will sadly not be returning after 2 wasted journeys. Firstly, turned up at 17.30 on a Sunday only to be told the pub now closes at 18.00 on Sundays! No other pub I know does this - is this a pub or a restaurant? The second time, stopped in on Saturday as usual at 17.00 after walking the dog, to be turned away as they have a new rule of no dogs after 17.00. There were empty tables so to turn away customers like this seems ridiculous and poor business sense. Given that a lot of people who work office hours walk their dogs after work, this rule alienates a whole demographic. Time to give other venues a go - with more amenable opening times and fewer 'rules'.

What a lovely place to eat we had coffee milkshake club sandwich & BLT sandwich absolutely delicious . Will definitely be going back next time in Penarth

Over priced. Service was ok but not great. Food was tragic. It was completely tasteless, Yorkshire tasted like cardboard. Meat was very chewy (beef). Very poor portions. Gravy portion was also not enough to serve 2 people. All the veg was burnt, couldn’t tell between beetroot and carrots, never known carrots to be charcoal black in colour. No peas, stuffing, green beans, broccoli, parsnips, etc. 2 roast potatoes each. No offering of sauces like cranberry or mint sauce. Table behind us also sent their entire food back as the meat was chewy and full of fat. (Beef) Left starving and £60 down. We’re not usually ones to complain about food or even write a review, but we wouldn’t want anyone else to have to go through the disappointment we’ve just had. .

Great good and huge portions and this great traditional café. Very good for vegetarian dishes.

Stopped here for an hour to meet with friends. Seemed a good atmosphere, good staff 👍

Had so many recommendations about this cafe, that we decided to try it out. Lovely atmosphere, the brothers are so friendly and welcoming. I opted for the lasagne with salad and chips, my husband had the corned beef pie with chips, peas and gravy and my grandson had the chicken nuggets, chips and beans. Food was served within minutes, steaming hot. Have to say it didn't disappoint, food was delicious. The cafe itself is busy and we can see why, it's a very popular eatery, will we be back? Oh yes that's guaranteed. Well done!! 10/10