The best bars and cafés Cardiff

Craft beers are booming in Cardiff, and BrewDog, open since 2014, was at the forefront of this renewed interest! You'll feel right at home in this industrial yet cosy setting, where blondes, browns and reds, accompanied by tasty treats, are well worth a visit. On the food front, you'll find classic pub fare: burgers (with good vegetarian options!) and salads. Or you can simply opt for snacks to share while sipping your pint. Please note that children are only accepted until 8pm. PRM access.

Opened at the end of 2016, this cocktail bar is simply stunning! Tasting begins with the eyes: bold, original and spectacular, its decor is already worth the detour. Once you're seated, you can choose your drink from a selection of carefully-crafted cocktails, freshly prepared from natural ingredients. One of Cardiff's trendiest spots! You can nibble on a few snacks, usually plates to share. And from time to time, they even organize Martini brunches from Friday to Sunday (12:30, 14:30, 16:30).

A handsome, wood-panelled pub dating back to the 1880s, once shared by dockers, miners and prostitutes. Close to Principality Stadium, it has always been a popular meeting place for rugby fans. The City Arms is the place to be from pre-match until the third half! No cooking here... Just plenty of beer! The staff are friendly and smiling, and you're in for a great night out, especially if there's rugby on.

Popular atmosphere in this typical pub where you can eat on the go and in a garden if the weather permits. To eat, the schedules change a little, from Monday to Saturday 12h-21h and Sunday 12h-18h. The atmosphere is white-hot on match nights - broadcast on six large screens. It is not uncommon to come across "The King", the Welsh rugby legend Barry John. Very good atmosphere in this relaxed pub, where you quickly find yourself drinking your pint standing at the bar talking to everyone!

There are just a few tables inside this little café, but the terrace extends under the arcades, so you can sit there in all weathers. Its central location just a few steps from the castle and its delicious pastries make it a must in Cardiff city center. On the spot or to take away, don't hesitate to come and enjoy a croissant on the go, or a full brunch for those less in a hurry. Many regulars come here every morning for their coffee, so don't hesitate to join them - you'll always be made to feel welcome!

This independent café, right next to St Davids shopping center, offers a welcome break from the hustle and bustle of this busy neighborhood. Filled with regulars, Little Man Coffee welcomes you every day for tea, coffee or even a beer. A studious atmosphere, conducive to relaxation, with many students and teleworkers here. The staff are warm and welcoming, and you'll immediately feel at home and want to settle in. For those in a hurry, all drinks and pastries are available to eat in or take away.

The construction of this beautiful half-timbered house is estimated at the beginning of the 18th century. The facade gives a Tudor look. A "rummer" is a large glass or cup for wine. As you can see, the atmosphere here is relaxed. Beware, many employees and customers would have already seen ghosts! The place is particularly popular during the retransmissions of sporting events where the good atmosphere reigns with very good energy if Wales comes out the winner! Possibility to nibble a piece or eat a more substantial dish.

Near Roath Park, this café (attached to the Fish & Field restaurant which, by the way, is also worth a visit) is a hidden gem, admittedly a little out of the way, but well worth the effort! Trendy decor, smiling service and a relaxed atmosphere. You can enjoy good coffees, ice creams and vegetarian and gluten-free creations at one of the tables or in the comfortable armchairs. You take your time and enjoy the place and what it has to offer. The welcome is perfect, and if you need any help or advice, they're on hand.

Original setting - like an industrial warehouse - and lively, with huge tanks of artisanal beers that feed directly into the pints. This brewery is known for its tasty unfiltered and unpasteurized beers. Perfect if you then go to the Principality Stadium just across the street. If you're hungry, you'll be tempted by small appetizers such as Cajun shrimp, fried squid... Before attacking mussels, pizza, pasta or a variety of risottos. And we even let ourselves be tempted to try mango beer at the same time.

An impressive collection of self-service games in this central Cardiff café. Perfect for an afternoon with family or friends, the Scaredy Cats offers hot drinks and pastries as well as beers and ciders. Here you'll find teleworkers in the afternoon and a more festive atmosphere in the evening, where regulars gather for a beer. The large, welcoming room makes it easy to spend a pleasant moment at any time of day, and with a wide variety of games for all ages, there's never a dull moment!

Charming traditional pub built in 1901 and often animated. Every Sunday, we enjoy a live music concert, on Saturday it's karaoke and on Thursday it's time for the famous pub quiz! If you want to have fun and meet new people, these evenings are the perfect time to discover the atmosphere of Robin Hood. In the kitchen, from traditional roast to exotic tapas, there's something for everyone! For wood-fired pizzas, it's from Thursday to Saturday evening (7pm-9pm). Good news for our animal friends, dogs are accepted without any problem.

A traditional and popular pub, especially on Sunday evenings during the famous pub quiz. There's a good selection of traditional beers, and you can play darts while watching the match on the screens. There's also a pleasant beer garden to enjoy in fine weather. It's the ideal place for a good froth and a chance to meet the Welsh. In terms of service and atmosphere, it's very good and you feel like you're in a typical local pub. To make the most of it, come after 7pm or on a Sunday evening, otherwise the place can quickly seem deserted and very quiet.

Opened in 2015, this former industrial warehouse of over 2,000^m2 hosts a multitude of events, each as original as the next, such as a street-food festival, "burgers & beats" evenings, graffiti initiation workshops.... It's time to rediscover your childlike curiosity and let yourself be taken in. Why not try one of the Bingo Lingo evenings? A creative and alternative place to experience! And if you fancy a drink, check out their bar, The Blind Tiger, with its hidden speakeasy atmosphere.

This chain of Irish pubs has come all the way to Cardiff, where low prices and a great atmosphere are the order of the day. Whether you're looking for a typical British breakfast, a pint in front of or before a match, the staff will welcome you with a smile. The wood-panelled decor and warm ambience make this a must-stop on rainy days. The simple fare of fish & chips, mac'n'cheese and burgers is good and comforting, but can also be shared with nachos and tapas. Match broadcasts, live music - there's never a dull moment!