If last week’s cold snap has put you in the mood for some Christmas cheer, then Cardiff is the place to be as it’s welcoming the season with open arms and doors to some of the most popular places on the High Street. As the 70th anniversary comes to a close, what better way to celebrate the city than by expanding your culinary horizons past the markets, and maybe discovering a new favourite. Independent and Welsh businesses have been the focus of the City of Arcades campaign this year, highlighting the spirit and culture within the city. Here’s a list of the best places you could find a meal this December, whilst seeing what the food scene in Cardiff is really all about.
Promising the “best Christmas atmosphere on the high street”, Eli Jenkins is the hit for students looking for good food and vibes – offering a set menu from £18.95 and a menu of classic Christmas drinks, this long-standing Welsh favourite will not let you down.
Cardiff’s longest established Italian family restaurant, Giovanni’s Christmas menu offers Italian flavours with a festive twist, designed to delight and inspire your tastebuds. With lunch and dinner menus tailored to your seasonal needs, Giovanni’s has you covered.
To pair with an extensive drinks menu, Zerodegrees Cardiff is offering specially curated Christmas dishes. Famous for mouth-watering woodfired pizzas and live music, they promise a night to remember this December.
As one of my favourites on the list, Tiger Yard brings food with the experience. Their Winter Wunderyard has a range of activities, vendors and music on various weekends in December, promising entertainment alongside their gourmet stalls and vibrant atmosphere perfect for an afternoon with friends, flatmates, or to bring that special someone.
One to consider if you have relatives visiting this season, The Potted Pig is perfect for cozy nights, serving warming food in a secluded corner in the heart of Cardiff. They offer a perfect winter menu, mixing classic meals with a hearty Christmas twist.
Welsh flavours meet in this gastropub on the way to Cardiff’s High Street. Highlighting local produce and flavours in their menus, they are incorporating the season into their drinks and their food, creating a dining experience to remember.
Showcasing a classy atmosphere, the Pasture restaurant is on the higher end of this list, for those who want to feel impressed by what Cardiff can offer. Their chic atmosphere includes late-night entertainment to accompany food full of fresh local produce, and craft drinks available. Their seasonal menu is a mouth-watering mix of dishes to celebrate the end of the year.
Cardiff has all of these on offer and more, if you want to venture beyond the Taf’s tatty’s this winter. As Christmas draws closer, check ahead to pre-book and enjoy discovering what Cardiff can bring to your table.