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    A Pontcanna neighbourhood bistro where the blackboard changes, the natural wine list runs deep, and the cooking leans heavily on vegetables without making a fuss about it. Weekday lunches are sandwiches; evenings and weekends step up to proper plates built around what's good. Salt marsh lamb, chard, braised carrot, that sort of thing: hearty and pared back. The wines on tap draw the kind of regulars who actually read the lesser-known selections before ordering.

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    • Salt Marsh lamb

      “There’s a hearty, pared-back approach throughout, as with the Salt Marsh lamb accompanied by chard, nettles and a perfectly braised carrot.”

      Michelin Guide
    • Mussel fritters

      “The fried mussel fritters with fennel and saffron are crisp, light, and impossible not to fight over.”

      The Infatuation
    • Lemon and apple crumble tart

      “If the lemon and apple crumble tart is on, it’s a buttery and sharp dream, but most importantly not too sweet.”

      The Infatuation

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    11 Kings Road, Pontcanna, Cardiff, South Glamorgan CF11 9BZ, United Kingdom · Cardiff
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    Open now, until 11 PM

    • Monday Not listed
    • Tuesday Not listed
    • Wednesday Today Noon to 3 PM 6 PM to 11 PM
    • Thursday 6 PM to 11 PM
    • Friday Noon to 3 PM 6 PM to 11 PM
    • Saturday Noon to 3 PM 6 PM to 11 PM
    • Sunday Not listed

    Closed Sun–Tues; August closure 9–25 Aug 2026

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