The jibox has a huge selection of songs, which was a fun touch. The bar staff were really friendly and made for a nice evening out. Drinks were decent, though the music did get a bit loud later on.

Breakfast was a nice surprise, good value.

The afternoon tea is a solid deal. The scones were warm and crumbly, served with proper clotted cream. The selection of finger sandwiches was fresh, though the cakes were a touch too sweet for my taste. Good portion for the price.

Stumbled upon this place in Weston. The Christmas log cake was really good, and everything&#39;s fresh. Prices are decent too.

Stumbled upon this spot in Minehead. Their baguettes are so tasty, and honestly the cheapest I&#39;ve found around.

The smashed patty with the crispy edge was spot on. For the price, I&#39;d expect a bit more than just the burger though.

Really buzzing spot, packed with locals which I love. The staff were so friendly, made us feel right at home. Perfect for a casual catch-up with friends. Just a bit loud for deep chats, but the energy was great.

Lovely spot for coffee and cake after a lakeside walk. The atmosphere is very cozy. I appreciated that the cake wasn&#39;t overly sweet, and you could really taste the fresh berries. A nice, simple treat.

Been coming here for years. The carvery is consistently good, and they&#39;re always helpful with dietary needs.

The Welsh cakes were lovely, fresh and warm. I tried all three flavours, and they were all really nice. The staff were very friendly too. It&#39;s just a shame the seating is a bit limited, but it&#39;s a cosy spot.

Good local pub. Plenty of pool tables and the sports are always on. Dot poured me a cracking pint, one of the best I&#39;ve had in ages. Just a solid, reliable spot for a quiet pint after work.

Loved the Queen Victoria theme here! The decor is so charming, really gives the place its own character. Spotted so many little details in the wallpaper and old portraits. Staff were lovely too.

Their weekend tapas are a treat. The patatas bravas and white bean stew were generous and full of flavour. The house red was a robust Rioja that stood up nicely to the stew&#39;s richness. A solid pairing.

The old dock location is lovely. The smokehouse menu had some nice gluten-free choices for our group.

The portions here are huge for what you pay. Everything comes out fresh and hot, the flavours are really bold. Just a heads up, the tables are a bit close together, so it can feel a bit snug.

Been coming here for years, and you can tell they make their own gelato. The rum and raisin flavour is spot on, not too sweet. It&#39;s the real deal.

The team here are so lovely and really know their menu. They remembered I&#39;d tried the truffle pasta before and suggested a new special. That kind of personal touch is nice.

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The best restaurants in Bridgend

Llanerch Vineyard Restaurant

The Black Venus Inn

The Dock Bar & Kitchen

The Waiting Room

The Lamb

Morrisons Cafe

Rowan Tree Tea Room, at The Stable Wadham Street

Winnies Bakery Weston

Caerphilly Rugby Function Room

Sand Bay Tea Rooms

Clive Arms

Tynewydd

Brambles

THE CROWD CAFE

The Crispy Bun

Alcombe Tandoori

Romilly's Coffee Shop

The Turntable Cafe

The Southgate

Kitnors

Fabulous Welshcakes

Caffi Soar

The Health Hut

Blackweir Tavern Cardiff

Victoria Inn

Humble Coffi Co

Cattle & Co Llanelli

Curry Hut Cardiff

Zio's Gelateria

Bubble Trouble