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Eating Out in Mid Wales | Restaurants, Cafes and Pubs

Where to Eat in Mid Wales

Eating out in Mid Wales means independent kitchens, locally sourced ingredients and places where the cooking actually matters. Across Powys, Ceredigion and southern Southern Snowdonia, you will find country pubs serving proper food, cafes run by people who know their suppliers by name, and restaurants where Welsh lamb, beef and seafood from Cardigan Bay turn up on the menu because that is what grows and lives here.

The market towns are good places to start. Brecon, Machynlleth, Aberystwyth, Llanidloes and Builth Wells all have a mix of cafes, restaurants and pubs within walking distance of each other. Aberaeron on the Ceredigion coast has a food scene that punches well above its size, with independent cafes and bistros around the harbour.

Pub Food in Mid Wales

The country pub is still the backbone of eating out in rural Mid Wales. Many serve food sourced from farms within a few miles, and the cooking has improved enormously in recent years. You will find gastro-pub menus alongside traditional bar meals, Sunday roasts that fill the dining room, and pie-and-pint deals that do the job after a long walk. In towns like Rhayader, Knighton and Tregaron, the pub is often the centre of the community and the first place locals will send you for supper.

Dog Friendly Eating

Most pubs in Mid Wales welcome dogs. Many cafes do too. If you are travelling with a dog, you will find it easier here than in most parts of Britain. Check our dog friendly places to eat listings for specific options.

Local Food Worth Seeking Out

Welsh lamb is the obvious one, but look out for Teifi cheese from Ceredigion, locally brewed ales, honey from the Cambrian Mountains and fresh fish landed at Cardigan and New Quay. Several restaurants across the region have won national awards for their cooking, and most make a point of naming their suppliers.

For something simple, a bowl of cawl (traditional Welsh broth) in a pub by the fire on a wet afternoon is hard to beat.

Farmers Markets and Food Events

Weekly farmers markets in Builth Wells, Machynlleth, Aberystwyth and Cardigan sell direct from local producers. Expect seasonal vegetables, Welsh cheeses, free-range eggs, homemade cakes and bread baked that morning. The Machynlleth Wednesday market has been running for over 700 years. For a full list, see our farmers markets page.

If you are planning a trip around food, Mid Wales rewards the effort. Stay a few nights, eat in different towns, and you will come away understanding why the people here care so much about what ends up on the plate. Browse our restaurant listings to start planning, and find somewhere to stay nearby.

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Hergest Croft Gardens | Maples Tearoom

Address

Ridgebourne Rd, Kington, Herefordshire, HR5 3EG

Telephone
01544 230160

gardens@hergest.co.uk

Kington

Maples Tearoom - light lunches, daily specials, afternoon teas, cream teas - always a fantastic selection. All types of dietary needs catered for just ask. Seating in two indoor areas, on the covered veranda and outside on the terrace. Dogs are also…
Meirion Mill | Coffee Shop

Address

Melin Meirion Mill Woollen Centre, Dinas Mawddwy, Gwynedd, SY20 9LS

Telephone
01650 531311

enquiries@meirionmill.co.uk

Dinas Mawddwy

The Meirion Mill Coffee Shop serves light meals, snacks and a tempting selection of cakes throughout the day. Homemade soup and our special recipe cheese scones are always on the menu.
Y Talbot | Bar & Restaurant

Address

Y Talbot, The Square, Tregaron, Ceredigion, SY25 6JL

Telephone
01974 298208

info@ytalbot.com

Tregaron

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

Y Talbot, is a historic and characterful 400-year-old inn with slate floors, inglenooks and Welsh cask ales. Seasonal menus offer full-flavoured traditional dishes made with Welsh produce. Croeso i bawb!
The Wynnstay | Food & Drink

Address

Maengwyn Street, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8AE

Telephone
01654 702941

croeso@wynnstay.wales

Machynlleth

This long established hotel strikes a stylish balance of the modern and the classical. Chef Gareth Johns ably updates classic dishes and reworks them for the modern appetite. Fully licensed restaurant
Hafan Yr Afon | Cafe

Address

Hafan yr Afon, Back Lane Car Park, Newtown, Powys, SY16 2NH

Telephone
016868 80777

bookings@opennewtown.org.uk

Newtown

Our ground floor cafe at Hafan Yr Afon is centrally located on the banks of the River Severn. We are family, disability and dog friendly.
Metropole Hotel | Spencer’s Bar & Brasserie

Address

Temple Street, Llandrindod Wells, Powys, LD1 5DY

Telephone
01597 823700

info@metropole.co.uk

Llandrindod Wells

The Brasserie can offer light snacks to more extensive meals, the choice is yours.
Llangoed Hall

Address

Llyswen, Nr Brecon, Powys, LD3 0YP

Telephone
01874 754 525

enquiries@llangoedhall.com

Nr Brecon

Llangoed Hall for fine dining, conferences and meetings, weddings & special occasions
Corris Cafe & Welsh Deli

Address

Corris Crafts Centre, Corris, Gwynedd, SY20 9RF

Telephone
01654 761584

cafe@ccl.wales

Corris

Dates

The Corris Café at Corris Craft Centre in Mid Wales offers a welcoming blend of the finest Welsh ingredients, local recipes and delicious dishes. Hearty specials include homemade soups with fresh crusty bread, a popular Welsh rarebit, Welsh lamb…
Old Hand & Diamond Inn

Address

Old Hand & Diamond Inn, Coedway, Shrewsbury, SY5 9AR

Telephone
01743884379

moz123@aol.com

Shrewsbury

Mid-way between Welshpool and Shrewsbury, this stunning, dog-friendly country pub also offers a children’s play area, a beer garden with plenty of outside seating on our sunny patio and a large car park.
Lake Vyrnwy Hotel | Tower Restaurant

Address

Lake Vyrnwy Hotel & Spa, Lake Vyrnwy, Llanwddyn, Mid Wales, Powys, SY10 0LY

Telephone
01691 870692

info@lakevyrnwyhotel.co.uk

Llanwddyn, Mid Wales

Dine on fine contemporary cuisine at the Lake Vyrnwy Hotel. As memorable as the scenery—not pretentious, undeniably stylish.
National Library | Caffi Pen Dinas

Address

National Library of Wales, Rhiw Penglais, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 3BU

Telephone
01970 632540

elaine.turnpenney@llgc.org.uk

Aberystwyth

Situated on the ground floor of the National Library, Abersywyth, Pen Dinas Cafe offers a wide selection of sandwiches, paninis, salads, drinks and desserts, as well as hot meals, vegetarian dishes and home-made cakes. Open Monday to Saturday
The Bell Country Inn | Dining

Address

Llanyre, Llandrindod Wells, Powys, LD1 6DY

Telephone
01597 823959

thebellcountryinn@outlook.com

Llandrindod Wells

Restaurant and bar near Llandrindod Wells, Powys, serving freshly prepared dishes with locally sourced ingredients. Seating for up to 80. A relaxed option for meals with family or friends. See the menu.
The Bear Hotel, Crickhowell

Address

The Bear Hotel, High Street, Crickhowell, Powys, NP8 1BW

Telephone
01873 810408

info@bearhotel.co.uk

Crickhowell

The Bear Hotel in the centre of Crickhowell has been welcoming guests for 500 years and still extends the same warmth, comfort and cosy atmosphere. Renowned for it's great food and a well-stocked bar.
Mellington Hall Country House Hotel

Address

Mellington Hall Hotel, Mellington, Churchstoke, Montgomery, Powys, SY15 6HX

Telephone
01588 620 056

bookings@mellingtonhall.co.uk

Churchstoke, Montgomery

Call in for coffee, stay for lunch. Take afternoon tea or stay a few days. The aim of everyone you meet here is to ensure that guests leave refreshed, glad they came, and already planning their next visit!
Usk & Railway Inn

Address

Sennybridge, Brecon, Powys, LD3 8RS

Telephone
01874 636101

hello@uskandrailwayinn.com

Brecon

Convieniently positioned at the centre of Sennybridge Village, within the beautiful Brecon Beacons National Park, the fully refurbished Usk & Railway Inn is the ideal base for all there is to do and see.
Dragon Hotel

Address

Dragon Hotel, Market Square, Montgomery, Powys, SY15 6PA

Telephone
01686 668359

reception@thedragonmontgomery.co.uk

Montgomery

The homely, traditional décor extends to the cosy beamed restaurant, which has a fireplace converted from an old bread oven.
Trefeddian Hotel | Dining

Address

Aberdyfi, Gwynedd, LL35 0SB

Telephone
01654 767213

info@trefwales.com

Aberdyfi

Dates

From:

18 Jan 2026to6 Dec 2026

The Trefeddian Hotel in Aberdyfi offers everything you could ask for from a family-friendly, fun loving break in Mid Wales. Set in the rolling hills of the Snowdonia National Park, with panoramic views of the Cardigan Bay coast.
Llanfair Station Tearoom

Address

Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway, The Station, Llanfair Caereinion, Powys, SY21 0SF

Telephone
01938 810441

info@wllr.org.uk

Llanfair Caereinion

Dates

A narrow gauge train trip in up the steepest gradients in Britain. Steam locos and coaches from around the world. Shops and picnic areas at both termini.
Metropole Hotel | Radnor & Miles Restaurant

Address

Metropole Hotel, Temple Street, Llandrindod Wells, Powys, LD1 5DY

Telephone
01597 823700

info@metropole.co.uk

Llandrindod Wells

Our Head Chef is dedicated to using the finest local ingredients and has been awarded an AA rosette for his modern British cuisine.
Dragon Inn

Address

Dragon Inn, 47 High Street, Crickhowell, Powys, NP8 1BE

Telephone
01873 810362

nigel.rowe@dragoninncrickhowell.com

Crickhowell

The 4 Star Dragon Inn is open for food all day whether it is Morning Coffee, Lunch, Afternoon Tea or Quality Evening Meals. Children are welcome and our Dragonette’s children’s menu is available all day.
The Nags Head Inn

Address

Garthmyl, Montgomery, Powys, SY15 6RS

Telephone
01686 640600

reservations@nagsheadgarthmyl.co.uk

Montgomery

The Nags Head is a Grade II listed coaching inn on the A483 between Newtown and Welshpool and only a few yards from the Severn and the Montgomery Canal.