The Piano Works Cardiff

Description

The Piano Works Cardiff

Cardiff's only piano bar — and there's genuinely nowhere else like it in the city.

The Piano Works is a high-energy live music venue built around one rule: the band plays what you want, all night long. From pop anthems to timeless classics, piano to full band arrangements — you shout the request, they play it. Every night is different. Every night is yours.

The space itself is all dark tones, long timber communal tables, and bench seating that brings everyone together. Up front, a raised stage and dedicated dance floor keep things loud and lively. Step back, and a separate lower bar gives you space to breathe, grab a drink, and soak it all in at your own pace. And tucked away inside is The Green Room — a theatrical private bar with bold black and white floors, velvet banquettes, and its own dedicated bar, perfect for smaller groups who want their own space without missing out on the buzz.

 

🥂 Bottomless Brunch — Saturdays
Cardiff's ultimate Saturday experience. Two hours of non-stop live music where the band plays only your requests, 90 minutes of bottomless drinks, and seriously good food.

Two sittings: 12:00pm–2:00pm and 3:00pm–5:00pm

  • £50pp — 2-course meal + 90 mins bottomless drinks + 2 hours live entertainment
  • £45pp — 1-course meal + 90 mins bottomless drinks + 2 hours live entertainment

Drinks include: Pornstar Spritz, Aperol Spritz, Hugo Spritz, Virgin Mojito, Bubbles, Pint or Bottle of Madri, Soft Drinks

 

🎄 Christmas Brunch
The Piano Works Festive Bottomless Brunch brings together live music, bottomless drinks, and delicious dining every Saturday of the Christmas season. An interactive house band plays only your requests — and with the Christmas energy in the room, it's the only festive brunch you'll want to be at this year. Book Sunday–Tuesday for Christmas before 30th September and receive a complimentary cocktail reception. Quote: Early Bird.

 

🍖 Roasts & Rhythm — Sundays
Knock-out Sunday roasts with chilled-out live music vibes. The perfect way to spend a Sunday.

 

🍸 Happy Hour

  • Tuesday: 5pm–7pm
  • Wednesday: 4pm–7pm
  • Thursday: 3pm–7pm
  • Friday: 3pm–7pm
  • Sunday: 12pm–9pm

 

🎉 Private Hire
From full venue hire to The Green Room for more intimate gatherings — The Piano Works Cardiff can host birthdays, hen parties, corporate events, work socials, and celebrations of all sizes. Private hire comes with the full live music experience built in — the band plays requests throughout your event.

What's on

Vouchers

Info

  • Taking Bookings
  • Dance floor
  • Wheelchair Access, Disabled Toilets
  • None
  • Casual

Hours

Day Open Close Notes
Monday 16:00 0:00 Private Hire Only.
Tuesday 16:00 0:00
Wednesday 16:00 0:00
Thursday 15:00 1:00
Friday 15:00 2:30
Saturday 12:00 2:30
Sunday 12:00 0:00

Special opening hours

Day Open Close Notes
Monday 23rd November 2026 16:00 1:30
Tuesday 24th November 2026 16:00 1:30
Wednesday 25th November 2026 16:00 1:30
Thursday 26th November 2026 14:00 1:30
Friday 27th November 2026 14:00 2:30
Saturday 28th November 2026 12:00 2:30
Sunday 29th November 2026 12:00 0:00
Monday 30th November 2026 16:00 1:30
Tuesday 1st December 2026 14:00 1:30
Wednesday 2nd December 2026 14:00 1:30
Thursday 3rd December 2026 14:00 1:30
Friday 4th December 2026 14:00 2:30
Saturday 5th December 2026 12:00 2:30
Sunday 6th December 2026 12:00 0:00
Monday 7th December 2026 14:00 1:30
Tuesday 8th December 2026 14:00 1:30
Wednesday 9th December 2026 14:00 1:30
Thursday 10th December 2026 14:00 1:30
Friday 11th December 2026 12:00 2:30
Saturday 12th December 2026 12:00 2:30
Sunday 13th December 2026 12:00 0:00
Monday 14th December 2026 14:00 1:30
Tuesday 15th December 2026 14:00 1:30
Wednesday 16th December 2026 14:00 1:30
Thursday 17th December 2026 14:00 1:30
Friday 18th December 2026 12:00 2:30
Saturday 19th December 2026 12:00 2:30
Sunday 20th December 2026 12:00 0:00
Monday 21st December 2026 14:00 1:30
Tuesday 22nd December 2026 14:00 1:30
Wednesday 23rd December 2026 14:00 1:30
Thursday 24th December 2026 7:00 1:00
Friday 25th December 2026 7:00 1:00
Saturday 26th December 2026 7:00 1:00
Sunday 27th December 2026 12:00 0:00
Monday 28th December 2026 16:00 1:30
Tuesday 29th December 2026 16:00 1:30
Wednesday 30th December 2026 16:00 1:30
Thursday 31st December 2026 14:00 2:30
Thursday 19th November 2026 13:00 1:00
Friday 1st January 2027 7:00 1:00

Location

Address

The Piano Works Cardiff, Imperial Gate, St Mary St, CF10 1FA

Area

City Centre

Menus

  • Cuisines

    This venue serves American, Burgers, Roast Dinner, Set Menu and Brunch food.

Private Hire

Name Type Capacity
Seated
Capacity
Standing
Cost Min spend
Midweek*
Min spend
Weekend*
Full Venue Hire Venue Hire 200 700 - £5000 £50000

The Piano Works Cardiff

There's nowhere quite like The Piano Works — and Cardiff is no exception.

At the heart of the experience is an interactive house band that plays entirely to the crowd's requests. Piano, full band, live vocals — and a set list written entirely by you and everyone else in the room. It's unpredictable, it's electric, and it never sounds the same twice.

The venue itself has real character. Dark tones, timber communal tables, and long bench seating give it a warm, sociable feel — the kind of place where strangers end up singing together by the end of the night. A raised stage and dedicated dance floor sit at one end for those who want to be right in the middle of it, while a separate lower bar offers a quieter spot to catch your breath, grab a drink, and watch it all unfold.

One space, two vibes — loud and lively or laid-back and sociable, depending on where you plant yourself.

Perfect for: Birthdays, hen parties, work nights out, group celebrations, and anyone who thinks a live band makes everything better.

Please contact the sales team for a full proposal and quote! 

Green Room Private Room 25 60 - 500 2000

The Green Room — The Piano Works Cardiff

Tucked inside The Piano Works Cardiff, The Green Room is a private bar with serious personality.

Bold black and white striped floors, jewel-toned velvet banquettes, and patterned upholstery give the space a theatrical edge that feels more members' bar than function room. Large glazed openings flood the room with natural light, softening the drama just enough to make it feel warm and inviting rather than over-styled.

The layout is designed for groups who like to mix it up — fixed banquette seating for those who want to settle in, high tables and stools for those who prefer to stand, move around, and keep the energy flowing. A central bar with polished back-shelving and a mounted screen sits at the heart of it all, keeping drinks close and the atmosphere easy.

And being inside The Piano Works means the live music is never far away — close enough to feel the energy, with just enough separation to actually hold a conversation.

Perfect for: Intimate celebrations, birthday drinks, work socials, and small groups who want something private without losing the buzz of a great night out.

* The minimum spends are a guideline only and vary according to the day and time of the year.

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