Powys Restaurant Guide

Restaurant at The Three Cocks

Another of those havens of comfort and louche style that seem to abound in central Wales, with log fires, Oriental rugs, and structural antiquity as obligatory props. The menu is not lengthy but it is packed full of local produce.

• Address: Three Cocks, nr Hay-on-Wye, Brecon , LD3 0SL (Map)
• Cuisine(s): British, Organic, Welsh
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: N/A, Dinner: £36.00

Restaurant at The White Swan

The Welsh Marches produce a good crop of really worthwhile restaurants, amongst which is the White Swan. Perhaps it has something to do with talented chefs seeking the peace and quiet of the area after the insanity of places that shall remain nameless.

• Address: Llanfrynach, Brecon, LD3 7BZ (Map)
• Cuisine(s): International, Modern
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: £20.00, Dinner: £38.00

Restaurant at The Wynnstay Hotel

Wales is full of surprises when it comes to eating out, and most of them are nice ones. Wynnstay certainly comes into that category, with a sheaf of recommendations. Chef Gareth Johns does a first class job on sourcing his materials, much of which is Welsh and local, like game - partridge, pheasant, wild lake and river fish - trout and salmon, sea fish - wild bass, turbot, etc.

• Address: Maengwyn Street, Machynlleth, SY20 8AE (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Modern, Welsh, Casual
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: £17.00, Dinner: £26.00

Restaurant at Ty Croeso Hotel

Ty Croeso Hotel and Restaurant is in a building constructed from Welsh stone dating from the early 19th century; this benefits from splendid views over the river Usk and the Black Mountains. The restaurant serves the renowned 'Taste of Wales' menu as well as a la carte, specialising in Welsh Black Beef steaks and vegetarian options.

• Address: The Dardy, Llangattock, Crickhowell, NP8 1PU (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Modern British, Modern European
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: N/A, Dinner: £25.00

Restaurant at Ynyshir Hall

A real escape route for the overstressed and under-appreciated. Everything about the hotel smacks of high standards and no exceptions are made in the kitchens and restaurant. Dining is a ritual commanding not only gourmet food but also the accessories that give it that edge.

• Address: Eglwysfach, Machynlleth, SY20 8TA (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Modern British
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: £36.00, Dinner: £84.00

Seeds

A delightful cottage style bistro/restaurant, working out of a tiny kitchen with man-sized results. Fixed price 3 course dinners at around £21 are their speciality during which you might encounter such delicacies as home-potted shrimps, Welsh rack of lamb and chocolate and rum mousse.

• Address: 5 Penybryn Cottage, High Street, Llanfyllin, SY22 5AP (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Bistro, Mediterranean, Modern British
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: £21.00, Dinner: £34.00

Seland Newydd

A good combination of friendly local pub and more formal restaurant, with log fire and warm décor combine with other virtues to earn the new owners the Wales Newcomer of the Year accolade. There is no fussing about here, everything is done in a sensible and amiable manner and there is good give and take between the bar and restaurant menus.

• Address: Pwllgloyw, nr Brecon, LD3 9PY (Map)
• Cuisine(s): French, Modern British
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: N/A, Dinner: £34.00

Sun Inn, The

The Sun Inn has a conventional ale room offering real ales, beers and lagers and a choice of wines and spirits, the room boasts a large traditional fireplace with a welcoming fire always burning in the winter, there they serve bar meals as well as drinks.

• Address: Marton, nr Welshpool, SY21 8JP (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Modern British
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: £20.00, Dinner: £32.00

Tipple 'n' Tiffin

• Address: Theatr Brycheiniog, Canal Wharf, Brecon, LD3 7EW (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Seafood
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: N/A, Dinner: £24.00

Tower Restaurant

The splendidly located hotel in Mid Wales was built to accommodate all those concerned in the construction of the reservoir, now indistinguishable as such, in 1881. The views are spectacular, and inside the hotel the décor and furnishings are those of a very comfortable country house.

• Address: Lake Vyrnwy Hotel, Lake Vyrnwy, Llanwddyn, SY10 0LY (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Modern British
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: £30.00, Dinner: £44.00