Bistro 8 - Carta

The Cross Oak

➤ Cross Oak Cottages, Blackwood I-NP12 0DJ, United Kingdom

Carta • Pub • Cafés • Asiatic • British

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"The place was welcoming and the staff were very nice but the food really let it down. I ordered the Chicken Pasta Alfredo and it came with macaroni noodles that were thin like the ones you get in instant pasta pots and were either overcooked and mushy or reheated, overall it was bland. Though I must say the garlic bread that came with it was to die for! The food really didn't condone the price and I felt a bit ripped off by it but the staff made the experience a lot better so it feels right giving three stars still despite what I didn't like about the food."

Islwyn Inn

➤ Glanhowy Rd, Wyllie, Blackwood, Gwent, NP12 2HN, Caerphilly, United Kingdom

Carta • Pubs • Tapas • Welsh • Mexican

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"Great restaurant, staff, food and ambience. We had a works 'do ' there, 26 of us and the food was wonderful, we all ate together and the staff were wonderful, nothing too much trouble. The food was amazing I had turkey which was succulent and tasty with no fat at all I 'm not a big fan of turkey either, but this was lovely); the traditional Christmas veg were cooked to perfection, tasty and plentiful; both starter and dessert prawn salmon cocktail and 3 cheesecake dessert) were gorgeous. I 've eaten in 'posh ' and expensive restaurants but this is the best I have had anywhere, especially for the price £30.00 for 3 course Christmas menu, can 't fault that at all! It was such a lovely experience, I took my son there on the Sunday as well and we had the usual 3 course Sunday Lunch £23.00) which again was excellent VFM and totally delicious. I had beef which was reminiscent of Scottish thick flank no fat at all and beautifully succulent and tasty. Usual veg again cooked to perfection, which my son hoovered up to the point of being full as he hates waste. I was getting full halfway through but had to keep eating, it was so lovely. This is a privately owned restaurant and they do things their way none of this 'chain ' rules for them, thankfully, just pure delight for their customers. The staff on both occasions were lovely, nothing too much trouble and very friendly. I can 't wait to go again! If you like a really good Sunday roast, you must try this restaurant, it 's the best!"

Fish Kitchen 1854

➤ 58 Main Road, Maesycwmmer I-CF82 7PP, United Kingdom

Carta • Fish • Curry • British • Chicken

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"**Dietary restrictions:** It's advisable to call ahead and check when they have gluten-free nights. The larger restaurant will cater to your needs if you notify them in advance when making your reservation. **Service:** Takeout available **Meal type:** Dinner **Price per person:** £20–30 **Food:** 5 **Service:** 5 **Atmosphere:** 5 **Recommended dishes:** Fish and Chips, Cheesy Chips with Gravy, Chips with Pie, Chips with Irish Curry Sauce, Poutine, Regular Cod with Fruity Curry Sauce."

Fireside Coffee Lounge

➤ 24 Hanbury Road, CF81 8QT, Caerphilly, United Kingdom

Carta • Coffee • British • Breakfast • Vegetarian

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"I am a regular customer of Fireside, have been for years. I can only comment on the breakfast, because thats all i ever order, mostly for pick but i have sat in on times as well. I am a fan of a good cooked breakfast on the weekends and i have tried places throughout the Rhymney valleys and beyond over the years but i must say Fireside are my favorite bar no one, the breakfast is just exactly what you want! They do offer variations of a breakfast but i always have a large breakfast (2 of everything) sausage, bacon, egg, hash brown, beans (can also have tomato) mushrooms and black pudding with home made toast and i am never disappointed. Slight criticism could be that they can take some time to answer the phone on occasions but otherwise they never disappoint, food is always ready for me to pick up within 10 minutes of me calling and they serve breakfast way into the afternoon which is handy when nursing a hangover some times!"

The Three Horseshoes

➤ High Street Pentwynmawr Newport, IVY Cross, Shaftesbury, United Kingdom

Carta • Pub • Pubs • Coffee • British

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"We have dined at The Three Horseshoes as a family on numerous occasions, and they consistently impress us with their delicious food and warm, attentive service. The prices are quite reasonable, typically falling between £10 and £20 per person. I highly recommend trying the Pepper Sauce, Cheddar Mash, Onion Rings, Breaded Chicken Goujons, Sausage and Mash, Corned Beef Pie with Mash, Peas, and Gravy, as well as the Pudding and Ham, Egg, and Chips. And don’t forget to try the Hunters Chicken!"