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Home by James Sommerin (Penarth)

7th April 2023 by Richard Bagnold

New opening for James Sommerin in Penarth at relocated location

Michelin Stars:

Cuisine: Modern British

Address: 1, Royal buildings, Penarth CF64 3EB

Food Rating: 78%

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The Walnut Tree (Abergavenny)

24th April 2019 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Picturesque pub outside of Abergavenny serving traditional food

Michelin Stars:

Cuisine: British Traditional

Address: LLANDDEWI SKIRRID, ABERGAVENNY, MONMOUTHSHIRE, WALES NP7 8AW UK

Food Rating: 76%

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Ynyshir Restaurant & Rooms (Powys)

2nd June 2018 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Restaurant with rooms on the very central-west tip of Wales, serving quality dishes via a cohesive and happy team - a gem find. Promoted to 2 Michelin stars in the 2022 Guide.

Michelin Stars:

Cuisine: Creative (French influences)

Address: Ynyshir Restaurant and Rooms, Eglwys Fach, Machynlleth, Powys SY20 8TA

Food Rating: 92%

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The Hardwick (Abergavenny)

17th May 2018 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Simple cooking done very well from the excellent Stephen Terry

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: British Traditional

Address: Old Raglan Road, Abergavenny NP7 9AA

Food Rating: 79%

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Restaurant James Sommerin (Cardiff)

10th February 2017 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Seafront restaurant in Penarth with long, banquette sofa seating, open kitchen and creative menus

Editor's note: restaurant permanently closed in June 2020 owing to the impact of COVID-19

Michelin Stars:

Cuisine: Modern

Address: The Esplanade, Penarth, CF64 3AU

Food Rating: 82%

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Tyddyn Llan (Corwen)

27th November 2016 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Relais & Chateaux restaurant with rooms set within the Cambrian mountains of Wales with warm hospitality

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: British Traditional

Address: Llandrillo, Corwen LL21 0ST

Food Rating: 71%

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The Potted Pig (Cardiff)

17th September 2016 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Subterranean Michelin recommended restaurant in Cardiff

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Brtish Traditional

Address: 27 High Street, Cardiff CF10 1PU

Food Rating: 61%

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‘Bully’s (Cardiff)

12th March 2016 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Cosy and stylish neighbourhood restaurant serving heartfelt food 

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: French

Address: Romilly Cres, Cardiff, South Glamorgan CF11 9NP

Food Rating: 77%

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The Pilot (Penarth)

11th March 2016 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Charming gastro pub in Penarth with obvious care going in to the food and a very reasonable menu for the food return

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: British Traditional

Address: 67 Queens Road, Penarth CF64 1DJ

Food Rating: 65%

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  • Food Rating - 65%
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Summary

Great value for money.
Pleasing interior.
Homely service.

A bland moment or two.

Restaurant Details

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: British Traditional

Address: 67 Queens Road, Penarth CF64 1DJ

Website: The Pilot (Penarth)

Wine List: Click Here

Telephone: +44 2920 710 615

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About Me

meMy hobby-turned-passion began to evolve during my assignments to London where I was fortunate enough to be able to explore all the Michelin starred restaurants in my spare time and as a result, I gradually built up a catalogue of all these venues.

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