This city isn't just about its bustling centre; oh no. Head down towards the sea, and past Wales Millennium Centre, to uncover a beautiful coastal destination. And for when you get peckish? From waterfront spots with views across Mermaid Quay to boozy brunches, tapas and afternoon tea, these are the very best meals on offer from the best restaurants in Cardiff Bay.
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Searching for tasty Cardiff Bay restaurants and bars? Then check out Culley's. Not only does this fabulous venue have a mouthwatering a la carte menu boasting British plates, but it's also home to afternoon tea and bottomless brunch events to enjoy across the historic space.
Sitting on Cardiff Bay, overlooking the Roald Dahl Plass and Millennium Centre, The Eli Jenkins is a cool boozer where food is plentiful. From a lunchtime fix of mix 'n' match small plates to burgers and bottomless pizza brunches, they've got all bases covered.
Craving Japanese food for your next meal? Yakitori1 are delving out their namesake meat skewers alongside a range of curries, sushi, stir-frys and more. To pair? Think everything from sake and wine to beer or spirits.
Head on down to Mermaid Quay and you'll find a top pick of tapas in Cardiff Bay - Cosy Club. Keeping you fed from brunch through to dinner with their variety of small plates and mains, this dining destination is topped off by a killer drinks list.
Fronting panoramic vistas, this is one of the best Cardiff Bay restaurants with a view. Thanks to a menu inspired by flavours from across the globe, The Admiral at voco St David's offers up the likes of Thai fried chicken burgers, pumpkin massaman curry and wild mushroom gnocchi to be gobbled on their terrace.
If you're searching for Indian eateries in the area, you'll be truly spoilt by what's on offer at Duchess of Delhi. From a spicy Sunday brunch, to lemon and garlic scallops to start and Punjabi butter chicken for mains at dinner, this opulent eatery is everything you want and more.
Looking for Mermaid Quay restaurants? You can chow down on mega burgers, including buttermilk chicken, chilli cheese options and plant-based patties, at Hub Box. Better yet, they've got a filling breakfast in store for you at this beach shack-inspired spot too.
