Diners' Choice: Best Food restaurants in Cardiff City & County

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Updated May 05, 2026

Looking for restaurants with the best overall cuisine in Cardiff City & County? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

A Pin of Salt

5.0

5 (18)

£26 to £40

Italian

Cardiff

About the restaurant

Discover A Pin of Salt, the authentic Italian heart of Cardiff at 12 City Road, approximately 15 minutes walk from the Principality Stadium. We specialise in homemade pasta and superb desserts by Chef Giovanni. We utilise the best seasonal produce and proudly source all meat from UK farms. Enjoy our cosy atmosphere. Hosts Gaetano and Michele welcome you. Book now!

Top review

Colin

Dined on Apr 11, 2026

Thoroughly recommend this restaurant. An ( understandably) restricted menu plus The specials which were great. Italian breads did not impress as Italian breads - was the sole disappointment. Super host who gave good information on menu and wine. Unfortunately did not get his name. Will definitely return soon to do so !

The Crispy Duck

4.8

4.8 (411)

£26 to £40

Chinese

Cardiff

About the restaurant

The Crispy Duck is an award winning pan-asian restaurant offering an upmarket dining experience combining flavours from across Asia. Set in the heart of the city, The Crispy Duck has been a local favourite since its launch in 2011. Inspired by the melting pot of cultures across Asia, The Crispy Duck draws from comforting Malaysian family classics like Beef Rendang to beautifully handcrafted Japanese Sushi.

Sourcing our ingredients as close to home as possible and using authentic wok-fired and charcoal roasting techniques helps our dishes capture the flavours and aromas of authentic Asian cooking. Vibrant colours, crisp and fresh flavours underpin the philosophy of our cooking. Set in an elegant but simple dining room equipped with a fully stocked bar, we invite you to sample our range of Asian beers and extensive wine selection. An independent family-run business since our inception, The Crispy Duck offers a welcoming and inventive new take on pan-asian cuisine.

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christopher

Dined 5 days ago

Food is always great. Service very promp and friendly.

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Popular dish

Japanese Crispy Duck Salad

4.6

4.6 (591)

£25 and under

Vietnamese

Cardiff

About the restaurant

Pho Cardiff is a healthy Vietnamese restaurant with loads of vegan and gluten free options. We specialise in pho, the Vietnamese noodle soup, and also serve delicious curries, rice dishes, wok-fried noodles and healthy salads, too. We also have loads of starters that are perfect for sharing with friends and family. Over a third of our menu is vegan, and nearly all of it is gluten-free, so we are a great destination for people who follow those particular diets. We are accredited by Coeliac UK. Aside from our lovely food we offer a brilliant range of healthy juices, as well as delicious wine and beer, and a fantastic cocktail menu too. If you're unable to dine-in, you can click & collect your order, or find us on Deliveroo. We look forward to welcoming you!

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Matthew

Dined on Apr 26, 2026

The best Vietnamese food I've had for years, and great value. Our server Amit was delightful too. 5 stars!

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4.7

4.7 (695)

£25 and under

Italian

Cardiff

About the restaurant

The spirit of Villaggio's can be traced back to our traditional roots in Campobasso, a humble town filled with beautiful people in Southern Italy. Pizzeria Villaggio has been run by the Palladino family since opening in 1986. Borrowing our grandparent’s secret recipes and adopting their love of good authentic food, combined with the Italian values of creating a great family atmosphere for all age groups, has contributed to our success and longevity. We have a dedicated & friendly team who are passionate about using high-quality ingredients to produce delicious Italian food.

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Richard

Dined 4 days ago

As always, great homestyle Italian cooking at great value

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Popular dish

Canneloni

Yakitori1

4.8

4.8 (1107)

£25 and under

Japanese

Cardiff

About the restaurant

Yakitori1 is a fresh take on traditional Japanese food. Inspired by Japan’s fast-paced restaurants and communal nature, we set out to bring the fresh, vibrant flavours of Japan to all.

Simple goodness
We create simple, delicious food in a place where all are welcome.

Proud to be local
We hero local ingredients and fresh produce.

Made for sharing
We believe in the power of food to bring people together.

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Sian

Dined 7 days ago

Such an amazing meal with beautiful fresh food. Absolutely stunning.

Pizzeria Villaggio

4.7

4.7 (1061)

£25 and under

Pizzeria

Cardiff

About the restaurant

The spirit of Pizzeria Villaggio can be traced back to our traditional roots in Campobasso. A humble town filled with beautiful people in Southern Italy. Pizzeria Villaggio has been run by the Palladino family for the past 35 years. Borrowing our grandparent's recipes and adopting their love of good simple food combined with the Italian/Welsh values of creating a great family atmosphere, for all age groups has attributed to our success and longevity. In our pizzeria, there is a great range of carefully selected pizza and pasta dishes. We also run a daily specials menu that uses the finest, locally sourced, seasonal ingredients.

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Bev

Dined 4 days ago

Wonderful service and beautiful food. We will definitely be back!

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4.6

4.6 (507)

£26 to £40

Modern European

Cardiff

About the restaurant

Welcome to Bacchus, a dynamic, personable and flavour-first dining and drinking experience set in the heart of Cardiff.

Changing monthly, our menu brings together exciting global flavours, specialising in plates, handmade pasta and topped flatbreads.

Our drinks offering is led by a selection of bespoke cocktails, draught beer, and an extensive wine list.

From date-nights and family celebrations to tourist stop-offs and corporate get-togethers, Bacchus' fluidity is designed to cater to all of your unique dining desires.

We welcome you to join us in our uplifting and energetic space to eat and drink as little, or as much, as you like.

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Julie

Dined on May 2, 2026

10/10 a wonderful experience from start to finish!! All food from the Small plates and sharers to the desserts were so special so well thought out and well presented and so tasty. Service was excellent, so welcoming made us feel right at home. Cant wait to return!!!

The Brook Bistro

4.7

4.7 (1132)

£25 and under

Modern European

Cardiff

About the restaurant

Join us in our beautiful award winning restaurant or outdoor rear garden terrace and you will always receive a warm welcome with great service and delicious food.

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Richard

Dined 7 days ago

Superb meal on Steak Night - cooked to perfection ton medium rare fillet.

Wahaca Cardiff

4.5

4.5 (190)

£25 and under

Mexican

Cardiff

About the restaurant

Vibrant, Mexican small plates, tacos, quesadillas and platitos, made with over 200 ingredients, everyday by talented chefs and founded by Thomasina Miers, MasterChef Champion. Cocktails freshly shaken to order, from iconic margaritas, made with 100% blue agave tequila, to mezcalitas and beautifully crafted non-alc cocktails. A taste of authentic Mexican flavours from Oaxaca to Wahaca. With a relaxed, laid-back vibe, where everyone’s welcome, any time of day.

Cooking with fresh, local, ingredients, with a wide variety of vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free dishes, and recognised as a leading sustainable restaurant.

Located right in the heart of Cardiff’s city centre in The Hayes, Wahaca Cardiff is a great spot for a bite while shopping, before a gig, or heading to events at St. David’s Hall. Buzzing on rugby days, Wahaca Cardiff is an up-beat casual spot shaking zesty margaritas. With three floors there's plenty of space for big groups looking for tacos and margaritas with friends.

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Himanshu

Dined 2 days ago

Overall a great and quiet atmosphere, perfect seating for a gathering of 17 adults. Service and drinks were up to the mark and food was nicely prepared. I would recommend the restaurant to my friends and family mebers.

Silures at Holm House

4.6

4.6 (139)

£26 to £40

Modern European

Cardiff

About the restaurant

Silures is expanding from its Roath location to Holm House in Penarth. Whilst firmly rooted in Wales, benefiting from the abundance of local produce available, the menu is inspired by the broadness and endless possibilities of Modern European cuisine.

The A La Carte and Set Menus are available Wednesday-Saturday, with Sunday Roast showcasing on the weekends. The bar and terrace are bustling and non-stop spaces, open to all and featuring a range of crafted cocktails, draught beer and bespoke bar snacks.

Born in Penarth, Silures at Holm House is an integral part of the community not only by creating an accessible but premium offering, but by championing environmental sustainability, local supply lines and ethical practices.

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Helen

Dined 7 days ago

Thank you again for another amazing meal! It was a great evening 💕

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Experience

Afternoon Tea at Silures

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