Growing up in Dolgellau, this was always the place I imagined I could go to when I grew up! A tiny…read morebistro run by Dylan Rowlands since 1988, it's without doubt the best restaurant in Dolgellau (although there's not much competition), located slap-bang in the middle of town and has been included in the Good Food Guide every year since 1990. Dylan's menus are varied and constantly changing, and the food is invariably delicious. Winos take note - the wine-list is nationally renowned and you can buy some of Dylan's discoveries to take home. He also has regular wine-tasting evenings. Open Thurs-Sat evenings and in the day for coffee/cake/tapas. Book in advance, especially if you're a large group (we regularly go in a group of around 10 at Christmas and have a great time). Service is good and bilingual. I'd especially recommend the mashed potato (comes with the food anyway). Oh, and the other veg are delish too.

Found it by accident (it should have a bigger sign or hanging one?) on a rainy stop-over in…read moreDolgellau (is there any other kind?) at a time I was resigned to the usual hotel fare, I was totally charmed in every respect by this bistro. It was stupendous value for money - I eat in cities mostly and it is so hard to find gems like this. Starters and puds most excellent though my fish was a little overdone (vegetables perfect!) but in all other respects it earned top marks. I'll go out of my way to eat here again - thanks to the previous reviewer for noting it is closed evenings Sunday through Wednesday.

Restaurant with the best views in the UK. Probably…read more It's worth a visit just for the stunning views of Cader Idris through the massive front windows. Bwyty Mawddach is (I think) a beautifully converted barn, full of oak and slate and that breathtaking vista. It's run by Ifan and Amelie, with much of the lamb served in the restaurant farmed on the surrounding land by Ifan's brother. Downstairs is a lounge area, with the main seating area upstairs. I've always been in a big group every time I've been here and can attest that it's a great venue for friends and families. The food is largely local and seasonal. It's reasonably priced and there's a good selection. I've never had any complaints about the service.

Popped here for a paned on our way back down to South Wales. Staff very friendly (siarad Cymraeg…read morehefyd sydd yn hyfryd) and the scones are delicious! So fresh and crumbly. Yummmmmm. The children had the ice creams and said they were really scrummy too (and they've tasted Joe's ice cream!) Interesting selection of body sprays in the bathroom!

We've had Indian food all over the world. London, NYC, California and even Australia and this place…read morewas amazing! A must for sure.... FYI CASH ONLY!

Restaurant review only: We tried an assortment of their plates and loved them all - duck, chicken,…read morepork, and beef. Attentive service. Good beer selection. Don't hesitate to visit. We wish food of this quality and taste was near us at home. Just delicious.

After a strenuous climb up Mount Snowdon, we decided to eat here as it was the closest place to the…read moreGuest house. It's a cute little (and a bit dated) Chinese but the staff were so friendly and helpful, the food was gorgeous and there was plenty of it. The staff even helped show us how to make napkin fleur de lis while we waited for food to arrive. We had the worlds pickiest teenager with us and she's decided we need to move here because its the best Chinese in the world. Honestly, if she can be pleased, then a good job has been done. If you like Chinese and fed up of the usual bar meals (everything with chips) that's quite common here, then this is def the place to go.

The Ferry Inn is a very popular gastropub in an enviable position on the River Teifi. (The views…read moreare fantastic.) It has a cosy bar area, three inside eating areas with river views, two outside eating areas and a terrace to really enjoy the view. They are happy to accommodate diners with dogs (there are also dog-free areas) and it's very child-friendly (there's a children's menu, and some tables seat eight). The menu offers starters at £7.50-£7.95, mains around £18 (except fish and seafood at £24 and steak at £29), desserts at £7.50, as well as a choice of ice creams and sorbets (£3.50-£7.50). They offer a range of vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options. We chose Sea Bass served with Lemon Parsley Caper Butter, Herb Roasted New Potatoes, Garden Salad with Buckwheat & Broad Beans with Honey Mustard Sauce & New Leaf Microgreens (£24); and the one of the vegetarian options: Glamorgan Crumble a tower of Leeks, Carrot, Breadcrumbs & Mature Cheddar Cheese, Garlic & Herb Roasted New Potatoes, Glebelands Salad, Quinoa, Bean, Vegetable Salad & Fresh Herb White Sauce (£19.95). We followed this with Dark Cherry & Marzipan Bake Vanilla Ice Cream £7.50. Overall, the food was very good, except that the seabass was (disappointingly) over done and therefore falling apart. I always think it's a little odd serving a cold side salad on the side (or in my case underneath) a hot dish, although overall the flavours did work well together. The Glamorgan Crumble was very tasty. Service was a little manic: some staff seemed to run around all evening, and we were served by four different people during the evening. (One was very nice, two were a bit brusque.) They were busy, but we had booked (and were expecting) a table in the downstairs area with a river view, but were shown to a different part of the restaurant area. There were, however, a number of reserved tables which remained empty through the evening, so it seems like they had a few no-shows. Overall we had a nice evening: with two glasses of wine, the bill came to £75 for two, excluding service. It's firmly worth four stars, and of course you're paying for the location, but at these prices, getting the fish right and calmer service would land a five.

This is a great place for delicious food, great atmosphere,super location, great staff and value…read morefor money. I guarantee that you won't be disappointed

We loved the Corn Mill so much, we came back twice, bringing friends the second time!…read more Recommended to us by a local shopkeeper, and were we ever so grateful! Both times that we came, the food was bursting with delicious, fresh flavors. The halloumi fries had the squeaky bite they're known for. The fish and chips had a light and crispy batter and flaky fish. The cheese and potato pie was creamy comfort. Both of these dishes were recommended and ordering twice. The steak sandwich was tender and meaty. Desserts were sweet, satisfying, and left us all feeling quite content after the savoriness of our meals. We had the same server both times and she was fantastic! She was friendly and attentive, making sure that we had everything plus any extras that were needed. It's got to be said that the view here is phenomenal! The Corn Mill hangs above the River Dee, which gives spectacular views. The patio area makes one feel like they're floating above the river, while the dining room's spacious windows give a full view. Before you leave, take a little walk outside and head on down to see the mill that gives the restaurant its name.

If you are in the area, this is a must stop. It has fantastic views of the river. The food was…read morespectacular. Half of my group got vegetarian dishes and half did not. I personally ordered the wild boar pie and it was amazing!

Mirrens is like a little oasis. Tucked away down a little brick lane in the centre of town with a…read moregreat outside courtyard. it must be the best outside area in town! the staff are friendly and it feels homely. there's a great range of food as well as steak and tapas. there's even speciality steaks like crocodile and zebra!!. separate lunch and evening menus. and the prices are reasonable :) loads of types of wines and bottled beers there's live music here sometimes too!!! I come back again and again. :)

Fully booked when tried to book for my birthday 29th March :( Chris Hartland rang on the off…read morechance of a cancellation that afternoon and hayho there was a cancellation!! She booked straight away! This was my third experience at Mirrens, everything was fantastic, food excellent, service excellent with Gale Morris!! Nothing was too much trouble, e.g making my birthday special and all the little surprises Chris asked them to do for me! I highly recommend Mirrens for the food & the special touches they do for you to make your evening special for you! Ann Pugh

********** If I could issue 10 stars, I would - gladly…read more Which leads me to ponder how on Earth did they manage to lose their Michelin Star rating a few years back? Possibly the BEST restaurant I've ever had the privilege of dining in (including all the highly rated spots I've eaten at over the globe). To be here, I felt as though it was more as an honored guest, than as a simple customer - if I had a posh friend who invited me for dinner, whose (equally posh) parents lived in the Welsh countryside in a historic farm house and knew how to cook and entertain EXTREMELY well, this is it. And yet, for such an incredibly well-designed operation, is surprisingly and overtly unpretentious. STAFF - Everyone, including Chef Hugh was surprisingly humble, informative and an extreme pleasure to chat with. AMBIANCE Traditional farmhouse exterior with extensive lands; contemporary interior, an aesthetic one might find in a higher end flat in central London - all with captivating artwork and well-placed area lightning to match. Within minutes of arrival, you're invited into the parlor (poshly adorned but tasteful living/waiting area) for whatever libation your heart desires. Including the most amazing hors 'oeuvres your tongue has ever had the brief opportunity of supporting. After the roughly 20-30 minute downtime/relaxation period, you're invited into an immense, but cooly intimate dining area. View through French doors reveal the fountain, gardens, lands and 300+ year old tree lined driveway. In addition to this, on warmer nights, one can imbibe cocktails under the roof covered patio which surrounds the main house. FOOD Everything is sourced locally, has its own herb farm, and though I don't know for sure, many if not most of the vegetables are likely grown within 50 yards of the kitchen (I snuck a peak at their immense greenhouse and gardens). The continued nouvelle Welsh strategy and cultural insights make perfect sense; prepared with the upmost intellect and sensorial creativity; albeit not pushy, arrogant nor taking away from the soul and core of its Welsh roots. Honestly, if you want to be treated like a diplomat at a head of state dinner party, this is the only place I've been to that possesses such an overwhelming intimate and professionally executed dining experience. I really can't say enough good things about Plas Bodegroes. It really makes me want to delete a star off all the 5 stars places I've rated to date. I found it that memorable.

Great service, helpful chatty staff. My first choice fish & chip shop in town. Reasonably priced,…read morealways open, when you're hungry!!