The 19 best spots for welsh cakes in Cardiff

Quick, cheap & delicious! Was happy that i could grab some on my way out of Cardiff. I think the flavors could be slightly stronger, I couldn’t tell much of a difference between the 3, but still good! Great way to make sure you experience a little Welsh culture in Cardiff.

I’m not joking I’m addicted to their welsh cakes. You can smell them all the way down the street and that’s how I found out about this place🤣. The cakes are warm, fresh, comforting and absolutely delicious! I liked the classic more than the chocolate ones and I’m saying this as someone who doesn’t even like raisins! If I didn’t have any self control I would literally eat them everyday.

We tried the Welsh cakes and those were awesome. We were not knowing about the shop but saw people queuing up so went in. Recommended especially the milk chocolate ones.

Absolutely fresh, warm cakes. Two young ladies were friendly and helpful. We got 3 types, 4 of each. Kids loved it, we loved it. Recommended.

Delicious treat! I tried original, chocolate and orange, and cinnamon. The cinnamon was so good, I returned for a 2nd round! 60 pence each.

What a lovely treat. The staff were super friendly, site was clean and they had multiple types of Welshcakes to choose from. I’m now a convert and advocate for Welsh cakes. Thanks!

Lovely team, really quick service, delicious welshcakes with great prices. I bought 6, decided they were too good to not have a few more, when I went back they recognised me from earlier and gave me the multibuy discount. Amazing memory considering they must have served hundreds of people on that day Well worth a visit

Tried authentic homemade Welsh cakes for the very first time at Cardiff Bakestones — and they were absolutely amazing! Soft, warm, and perfectly sweet, they truly melt in your mouth. You can tell they’re made with care and tradition, just like how it should be. Such a lovely local gem inside Cardiff Market — friendly service, great prices, and a must-visit if you're in the city. I’ll definitely be back for more when I visit Cardiff next time

Really lovely Welsh cakes. Lots of different flavours and some with filling. We had coconut, chocolate and pistachio, lemon, and jam. You could watch the cakes being made which was fun. They had other cakes too, which we didn't try, but looked lovely - the fact I didn't buy a rock cake will haunt me for a long time ... !

Best part of my quick stop in Cardiff for sure! I only had a few hours in the city, but luckily my friend told me to go there and I found the Bakestone stall inside Cardiff Market — and what a treat! The welshcakes were warm, soft, and very tasty, cooked right in front of me. I grabbed a bag with 10 and got a fresh coffeec close there and it was just perfect. So cozy and comforting. Honestly, was my favorite part of the whole visit. If you’re around, definitely should go and get a few welshcakes. I think you won’t regret it! :)

This stall in Cardiff Market produces freshly baked Welsh Cakes home made style. Tried the traditional cake with raisin, with chocolate chips, short bread with chocolate chips, and chocolate fudge cake. All taste amazing. Especially the traditional cakes, ate the cakes while warm, really felt like down to earth and heart warming. A must-go place in Cardiff!

Authentic, traditional and modern twists on bakestones; otherwise known as "Welsh cakes" in English, "Pics" in Wenglish and "Picau ar y maen" (pic-aye arr uh mine) in Welsh. In my family we do call them "Pics". Very friendly and efficient.

I have been going to this place for at least 10 years and have always loved the Welsh cakes here. A must visit for anyone coming into Cardiff! Aside from the traditional Welsh cakes, the lemon curd and strawberry ones are delightful! Bara brith and scones were wonderful too. Very happy to see they’ve upgraded the shop and that they’re doing so well.

Big queue but quick, a good selection of different flavours of Welsh cake so that you can try different ones. Minimum card payment of 5 pound.

You can find a variety of stalls there: foods, books, bags, souvenirs, fish… I tried Welsh cakes from a stall run by very sweet ladies. They were delicious! Also, I realized I forgot to bring my lock, and I found one there and bought it. Imagine how diverse the market is. 😅

Thank Goodness for the Cardiff Markets and the welsh cakes stand The vest weksh cakes ever! We tried 5 between 3 of us and went back for a 10 pack to take home which lasted for 3 days morning or aft. Tea. YUM!9

Love the great food options here and the decent attempt at gentrifying a very cool old building & market. It sadly is still rather filthy and is still a little short of the mark compared to some other (foodie) markets around Europe. That being said, I’d come back thanks to the delicious food (kudos to the Neapolitan pizza, Greek gyros and Welshcakes). If they cleaned this place up a bit it’d be 5-star level.

A Hidden Gem in the Heart of Cardiff Cardiff Market is a vibrant, historic gem that offers a real taste of local life. From the moment you step inside, you’re met with the buzz of traders, the aroma of freshly cooked food, and a genuine sense of community. Whether you’re after traditional Welsh cakes, vintage clothing, handmade crafts, or fresh produce, there’s something here for everyone. It’s a fantastic place to grab lunch—don’t miss the roast pork rolls, the fresh fish & chips, or the classic Clark’s pies. The vendors are friendly, full of character, and clearly passionate about what they do. Prices are reasonable and the atmosphere is warm and welcoming. The market building itself is beautiful, with its Victorian architecture and glass roof letting in lots of natural light. It’s not just a place to shop, but a place to experience Cardiff’s culture, history, and everyday charm. A must-visit for anyone wanting to see the real Cardiff beyond the tourist trail!

An absolute gem in the heart of the city! Cardiff Market is the perfect blend of historic charm and modern energy. The Victorian architecture gives it so much character, and the atmosphere is always buzzing without feeling overwhelming. There’s a fantastic mix of food stalls offering everything from Welsh cakes and fresh seafood to bao buns, pierogi, and loaded gnocchi — something for every craving. I had one of the best casual meals of my trip here. Beyond food, there are also stalls selling local produce, flowers, books, and quirky vintage finds. It’s spacious, welcoming, and full of personality. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, Cardiff Market is a must-see spot that captures the spirit of the city.

What a pleasure to behold, all the market stalls: fruit and vegetable stands, fish markets, sweets, nuts, restaurants... In short, a town shouldn't exist without a central market.

Brilliant market, with fresh fruit and veg. Food stalls downstairs and upstairs, seating is limited though. The cake stalls are amazing especially the Welsh cakes, it's a must visit when I'm in the capitol. One of the better markets to visit in Wales 👍

Visited vintage market. Ok lots of vintage clothing...some jewellery..v nice. Gets v busy and parking nearby can be v difficult.

Beautiful market with great shops, food and drink. Must visit places in Cardiff when visiting. Just keep in mind that it's only open on Saturdays

Smaller than I expected but still it’s a cute place. Would go again w friends for sure!

Great atmosphere, albeit smaller than expected.

Not worth the queue. Go to the Beverly. Bouncers are knobs

This quirky market is amazing on a Saturday morning. Always worth a visit, and you can get pizza too.

Little market of vibrant ambiance . It’s the perfect place to buy organic produce of Pontacanna veg, munch on sourdough Pizza or grab a cuppa and enjoy the busker’s music!

Truly recommend the Welsh cake just out of oven!

Nice Welsh Cakes But cash only, not really convenient

Very nice bakery, lots of local are there to buy their sweets and breads. Tried their welsh cake and hot cross bun, very fresh and yummy.

Whenever i'm visiting from London , i make sure i stop here for a load of Welsh cakes , the buns and pasties are also very tasty . Some of the girls staffing the stall have been there for years , they're always very helpful .

Lovely Baker right at the heart of Cardiff Market with sweet treats as well as bread and rolls.

Excellent place in a bustling market , stunning fresh bread and rolls , big selection of cakes , and the best custard slices in cardiff , plus the staff are so friendly , definitely worth a visit 👍

The best bread and cakes in wales. Such friendly staff.

My daughter and I received a voucher for Pettigrew Tea rooms as a gift. We absolutely loved it. The staff were wonderful, both the sandwiches and cakes were gorgeous and the atmosphere was amazing. We thoroughly recommend. Thank you 🤩

My boyfriend and I visited for our two year anniversary after reading good reviews. We contacted the tea rooms prior to visiting to see if we could change the sandwich option and they were very highly accommodating as the chef makes the sandwiches fresh - can remove and add anything to the sandwiches. The food was delicious! We ordered the chicken and stuffing, ham and roasted veg sandwiches. It also consisted of two scones (cranberry and white chocolate for my boyfriend and a plain one for me), two gingerbread men, chocolate fudge and two mini mince pies. We were both stuffed and still had a cake slice each to choose from the counter!! We were able to get more hot water for our two pots of tea which is great for a cold day ☺️ The waiter was very friendly and polite - explained the menu very well and was happy to answer any questions. Would highly recommend if you’re visiting Cardiff for the day.

Lovely little tea room in the park. Lots of variety of options. We tried the chocolate cake, berry cake, and tea. Delicious! The cream in the berry cake was particularly great. Will definitely return if we visit Cardiff again. Shout-out to the staff who were so lovely and attentive even during the weekend afternoon rush.

Went for an afternoon tea. Indoor seating was fully booked so I needed to sit outside. I had a cappuccino and a piece of Victoria sponge. Nothing beats a good coffee in the park. Staff were friendly. My only complaint is that my cake was dry but other than that perfect place for a nice afternoon especially if you like good views!

This place is so cute! Like a mini castle. The scones.. marvellous! The tea, well I didn't actually have tea but I bet it's the real deal. I had coffee and some scones (I know.. I know) I'll be back though. It's a small tea room with extra seating upstairs, all very relaxing. Definitely worth a visit.

Probably the best afternoon tea I've ever had. Great selection of sandwiches, cakes, and teas. The scones are absolutely delicious and freshly baked, the cream and jam were authentic and veery yummy. I love that they had the choice of fruit or plain scones (I don't like fruit scones ever). The gentleman was so kind and accommodating, we had a brownie to go because I was too full to eat anymore! It was a delicious brownie even when I had the second half the next day. They got back to me really fast when I enquired to make a booking. The seating and rooms were gorgeous, really comfortable, and a very pretty calming setting. Can't wait to come back when I'm in Cardiff next!

Really great experience! The food was fantastic and made fresh, the tea was loose leaf, and the experience was overall lovely! It was my first tea party and I loved it!

A lovely bakery offering delicious pastries- picked up a selection of croissants and cakes for a networking event at work, and the staff were really helpful. Amazing value and welcoming atmosphere. The best start to my day- thank you

These Portuguese egg tarts are like crack. Addicting, flavourful and quality. I can never get enough. Fir the best experience I recommend eating them there with some coffee. Staff are always so happy and helpful too!

Amazing! Hands down the best place to have breakfast/coffee/snack in Cardiff. The owner is a star: great customer service and even better food! Brilliant selection of typical Portuguese and Brazilian treats. I only wish I had taken more photos before jumping into it lol. Highly recommend the “bolinho de bacalhau”, “coxinha”, tostas, pastel de nata e “docinho de Azeitão”!!!

This place is a must, you would have missed out if you walk past here without first trying there amazing food

Best coffee and cakes in Cardiff. Good costumer service.

Good coffee, natas very nice too. Easy location adjacent to the the Packet pub. Had chocolate cake. Huge portion.

Only one thing to say; the best pastel de nata outside Portugual and good coffee too.

If you like European food this would be a good place to eat when in Cardiff. This company sells a wide range of continental foods in the Delicatessen downstairs then serves some of that food upstairs. The staff were very friendly and the food was served promptly. One word of caution. The food shown on the website is not the same as now being served in restaurant. It is better to choose your food from the restaurant menu. The menu has a good variation but it is based on German and Dutch food. The food is not exactly the cheapest you might expect ( see my photo) but it is the experience.

Great selection of meats, cheeses, sweets and drinks. I usually find a good treat and a good whisky to take home. They have a cafe upstairs too - coffee is good. Have yet to try the food, but it looks like they have breakfast options if you are visiting the city and need to start your day off right.

Nice atmosphere and smartly presented waiting staff in the coffee shop. Rather slow service if you haven't got much time (we had to cancel one item because it hadn't been served before we had to go).

The cooked meats are always excellent. The coffeeshop is like stepping back in time to old school hospitality. The deli has always got some hidden gem. I don't know what is better; shopping or eating it!

delicious. i have been here a few times with different people. they offer a student discount too for my fellow students out there. the menu has so much variety with so many options to choose from that suits many different diets. my partner is vegetarian and was not short of choices. the staff are the best, so friendly and charming. we got an extra cannoli the first time we visited and the staff just care so much. highly recommend, this place is underrated.

Wally's Delicatessen is a quirky shop offering all kinds of boutique style food and drinks. It is a perfect shop for Christmas presents, stocking fillers or just for tasty food for home. There is an absolute massive variety of food. Loved especially the different pasta and also the canolli. The cheese counter was very impressive too. The meat counter had a really good variety. The staff were all very friendly and professional. Definitely recommend

Great delicatessen, lovely little coffee shop upstairs with some authentic German cuisine! Staff are super friendly, food was great, such a wide selection of all sorts! A true treasure trove of delights!

Lovely wholesome cafe. It’s my mother-in-law’s local and she brings us here every time we visit! The coffee is excellent, the meals are high quality, and they have lots of local products including artisan bread. The sausage roll was one of the tastiest I’ve ever had!

Absolutely lovely cafe and pantry shop. Delicious breakfast and the staff could not have been more helpful. Our order was wrong (our mistake) and he just changed it with a smile. Definitely recommend if you’re in Cardiff.

Great Breakfast Bowl and the Halloumi Bap looked really good too. Small establishment selling home prepared and cooked fayre, highly recommend !!

I had the most lovely time here! Perfect place to come on a wee lunch date - the food is so fresh and delicious, and there is an exciting range of cakes and sweet treats, as well as just really personal and kind service - I couldn’t recommend it enough! It’s lovely to leave a place feeling excited for your next visit :)

The staff were so friendly and the food was delicious and so fresh. Really lovely gem and feels perfectly away from the hustle and bustle. Great coffee as a big bonus. Will be returning!!

Why did I have to wait so long to get a take away coffee? 1. Staff busy chatting to customers (not serving or taking orders- but chatting whilst I waited at the counter) 2. Midway through making my coffee, staff members thought it appropriate to share holiday photos with each other. And the verdict on the take away flat white: average at best.

Such a lovely brunch/lunch spot. We missed the brunch cutoff (12pm) but they still had plenty on offer from pastries, cakes, brownies, savouries (sausage rolls, quiches) and a couple of different salads. I had a mixed salad plate with goats cheese and the portion was very generous (especially of the goats cheese), and the selection of salads was spot on! So hard to find a place that does a good salad these days. Staff were all very friendly and didn't seem to mind at all when my 3 month old started grizzling a bit. Their honey salted brownie was top tier- I will be back purely for this alone 🤤🤤 we went on a Wednesday for lunch and it was quite busy with a couple seats outdoors too. On the smaller side with around 10/12 tables or so but i had no issues with finding a spot to tuck away the pram.

Very cute shop for a nice coffee or study date. I ordered a cinnamon roll and some green tea. They accidentally brought me the wrong one they gave me the one with apple, and they soon realized that it’s wrong so they kindly replace it and even asked if I wanted them both. The shop has a bathroom and it’s very clean and accessible to disabled people. It offers a wide range of pastries. Sadly I think that the cinnamon roll was a bit too sweet for me especially with the glaze on top, so I removed it and it was better.

I visited this bakery and found the place spacious and comfortable, with a cozy atmosphere. Their baked goods are delicious and fresh, and I really enjoyed the variety they offer. However, I wish they had a service to warm up the pastries — it would be wonderful to enjoy hot, freshly warmed pastries, especially on cold winter days.

Such a clean and cozy place. I discovered this hidden gem while I was on my way to visit my GP. I like the bakes. Also, their coffee has a great taste.

Such a nice bakery with a huge range of delicious baked goods! I personally loved the cheese and tomato Snegl and had breakfast there both mornings of my weekend in Cardiff.

Lovely bakery, food was amazing so was the coffee. Staff was nice and the atmosphere was very vibrant. You could tell by how busy it was that the foods good! Would definitely recommend a visit but be prepared to spend a bit!

Coffee was average and overpriced. £3.95 for a flat white and £3.5 for a long black. I would expect very good quality for those prices and it didn't deliver. They also charge 60p for oat milk.

This is an elite bakery! In all my travels I love heading to a bakery to get myself a sweet or savoury treat, and this sits top of the pile. At this place I got both sweet and savoury due to the excellent selection on offer. I had a cinnamon swirl that was beautifully soft with delicious flavour of cinnamon and white icing. For the savoury treat I had a cheese and pepperoni swirl, that again was beautifully soft and packed with unbelievably good cheesy flavour. If you’re in Cardiff it’s well worth heading up to this part of town to grab something!

Popped in as needed a pick me up after the museum and the coffee was amazing. Lovely friendly staff, who overheard the hot chocolates were for the kids and didn't make them too hot. Both of ours said they were the best hot chocolates they'd had.

On on a nice day, there is nothing better than to sit outside and enjoy a coffee. This also has a great selection of cakes and I would highly recommend if the weather permits that you give it a try. I was really impressed

This is one of the best coffee stops in Cardiff. The seating area within Gorsedd Gardens makes having coffee outside a lovely experience. The staff are always incredibly friendly, making sure my dog had everything she needed and always up for a chat if you’re on your own. Coffee & food are always delicious!

It is a fantastic location for a coffee and relaxation on a sunny spring day. They also support homeless people by providing a free cup of tea, as per photo included.

Been a regular since 2022 and still the best coffee in Cardiff! Usually served by a barista in beanie hat(apologies don’t remember the name) but I always ask for extra chocolatey mocha if he remembers haha! Appreciate the efforts at hut and north rd cafe as well- when is last day at the coffee shop this month though? Would love to stop by one last time💌

My new coffee break place, just behind hustle of queen street, near the museum a beautiful park and great coffee. Brodies is also now in Bute Park. Great staff. Beautiful outside sitting area.

Charlie was really nice! Chatty and great service, and the food and coffee were lovely. Would definitely come back next time im in Cardiff

This bakery is a hidden gem! The baked goods are fresh and full of flavour, and the coffee is simply top-notch—smooth, strong, and satisfying. What truly stood out, though, was the service. The team is warm, welcoming, and incredibly fast. Their smiles and positive attitude made the whole visit even more enjoyable. A perfect spot for anyone who loves great coffee, tasty pastries, and excellent service. I’ll definitely be coming back!

Incredible food. Great quality coffee and really good service. Can't fault the place and it was really decent value for the quality serving. The interiors are absolutely gorgeous too, the lighting everywhere and lovely muted tones really make the ambiance lovely.

This is a genuinely phenomenal breakfast, brunch and coffee spot. The food and coffee just honestly hit the spot. They are well thought out and all made with care, all done to outstanding quality. Cosy atmosphere in a really calm part of the city, it’s a little getaway to get lost in and enjoy.

Got recommended this place and it was well worth a visit. A queue formed before opening which was a good sign. Good coffee and a cracking breakfast. The pastries also looked superb!!!

Such an amazing brunch spot - set on a cute street and the staff were so lovely. Food was delicious with great portions. Lots of room inside and out.

I went for brunch with my husband on Sunday around 12pm thankfully there were tables available as I hadn’t booked in advance. We ordered the Eggs Royale but I switched out the croissant roll for some sour dough toast, a chai latte and an iced coffee. Our food came out promptly, aesthetic and was really tasty. Initially we ordered a fresh orange juice but noticed this was just bottled so my husband switched it out for an iced latte however this took a while to arrive. Service was good some staff seemed more experienced than others. Atmosphere was really chilled as it was a beautiful day there was an option to sit outside. Dog friendly.

Ordered a cardamom bun & veggie bap to share & would recommend both. On the pricer end for your usual pastries. Lovely decor with a fresh, homely feel & helpful service. Get there early on a Sat as it gets busy quick!

DO NOT GO! Bought mango today and it's rotten, very bad taste and quality, DO NOT go because the food is not safe at all. So many better choices within 1 mile in Cardiff.

Needed a cake last minute, googled places doing cream cake because cream cake is the best and found Fang’s bakery. Popped in and the staff were awesome and managed to set me up with a cake within 5 minutes. I was incredibly relieved and very thankful! The cake looks absolutely stunning! Thank you to the team, I know this last minute cake was likely a one off and I got very lucky, so thank you for being so accommodating

We tried the mango crepe cake and strawberry cake both of them tasted very delicious however I dun know if its worth it to pay £10 for just two slices of cake hence I have only given 4/5 star for food.But other than the price the staff were so friendly and the shop itself has a only a few seating.

I think it's slightly over hyped, the food there is quite expensive and there wasn't much of a selection when I arrived there just before midday. What I had was tasty enough, I had one chicken spring roll type snack, and some green tea swiss roll. I also had a bubble tea. Each item in their own right tasted nice enough. The tapioca in the bubble tea was over soft and all rather stuck together. Making it near impossible to actually drink as it just blocked the big straw. So I had to sip it from the top in the end.

Best birthday cake 🍰 I’ve ever had in Cardiff. Soft sponge cake with light-sweet whipped cream, decorated by fresh fruits and almond flakes! What a delightful treat in the pandemic.

I went to heaven and back having the food here.. I couldn't believe how tasty and fresh it was. I had Matcha Crepe Cake and Mini Cheesecake. It was amazing. Definitely bringing friends and totally recommend it to everyone. The lady ( Yan ) was very helpful in recommendations as well. Not just "ow everything is nice".

Really delicious. Try the strawberry cake!

We visited three Pettigrew locations during our stay in Cardiff! Stuff we tried: 1..Creme brulee croissant (10 out of 10): creme diplomat is divine, crunchy exterior tops it off...visited two days in a row for this! 2. Plum Danish (10/10): really top notch laminated dough, jam filled center, and generous cream with lovely slices of plum on top. On par with the creme brulee croissant as my favorite 3. Cheese Mustard Crown (7/10): very good, savory deliciousness, with tear apart cheesy goodness 4. Sausage Roll (6/10): decent sausage roll, but nothing to shout about 5. Semolina sourdough: review is TBD! Customer Service: we dropped one of our coffees on the floor while fumbling with our bag of pastries. The barista was kind enough to brew another Americano for us, and quickly mopped the floor while we apologized profusely. I really appreciate their gesture and reassurance that it was ok and that things like this happen 🙏🏻🥺 Seating: There is no seating inside at the Victoria Park location, but there are picnic tables outside.

Came across this place on a recent visit to Victoria Park and was in disbelief having been served at the prices charged. I ordered two Bacon Rolls, two coffees and a pastry and it came to £23.60. I could not believe my eyes when the price was told to me and assumed there had been some sort of mistake but apparently not. I begrudgingly paid and waited for my food and drinks to arrive. And waited. And waited. 10 mins later my food arrived and a further 10 minutes later my coffees were ready. The food had gone cold by this point which was thoroughly disappointing and no apology from the staff. I work in Kensington, a fashionable, upmarket suburb in London yet have never paid these prices. I find it amazing for what was a few rashers of bacon in a small roll and £3.90 for a latte in a suburb of Cardiff. I think the owner of this place has forgotten his roots and lost grip on reality. When I am back in Cardiff next I would be surprised if this place is still going at these prices. The staff should wear masks when charging

Came here for pain au chocolates, sourdough loaf and an iced vanilla latte. Food absolutely delicious. The sourdough bread was to die for. Service great, wasn’t much choice but I was down after they’d been open for an hour already. Drinks do take awhile to wait for. I would come back here as another treat.

I'm a regular customer, excellent friendly service and top quality bread and baked goods. Plenty of vegan options amongst the cookies etc and appreciate that they regularly innovate and change the products offered to keep things interesting. Vegan roll is the best of it's type around.

Croissants are buttery and fresh! Everything looked equally delicious! Great friendly service too

Food is great! But probably the last 8 times I've popped in they're basically sold out of savoury food. Usually go in about 1pm and they're sold out of more or less everything. Seems very early to be sold out. Bit frustrating and seems like a consistent problem

Oh have mercy. These pastries were incredible. Brownie pain au chocolat? Starbucks could never. I can't rate the atmosphere as they were having work done inside so the actual bakery was closed, but it didn't stop them serving the good people of Cardiff (and English visitors like myself..!!) as they were outside under cover still dispensing coffee, pastries and bread in the open autumn weather. Seemed like lovely people, the coffee was also very nice, and my relative I was there with said it's always a lovely experience there! If I'm back in Cardiff, I'll be coming back.

I ordered the carrot cake it was okay but a bit sweet. To drink I’ve ordered the matcha chai latte i quite liked the mix of flavours, however the matcha wasn’t mixed well, there were pieces at the bottom of the cup. Everything was served in take out cup and bags, so even if you are sitting in they still serve you like that. The waiting time to order was a bit long even though there were only two people in front of me. The shop isn’t very spacious, there is a bathroom inside the coffee shop.

A cute little bakery with friendly staff and quality pastries. I'd return for more. ☺️

A little underwhelmed tbh. Met up with a friend for a coffee and sweet treat. The inside was really quiet and echoey with little atmosphere. Feel like they could use some background music. I ordered a flat white and mince pie. The coffee was weak and not very hot. The mince pie was crumbly and a little burnt. My friend had a cappuccino and ‘croissant bomb’ and was also underwhelmed. I feel like they need to improve a lot given it’s quite pricey.

I have just tried the sourdough bread from Ty Melin, and it is excellent. I will continue to buy bread from here whenever I am passing, since it is so good. The staff are very pleasant.

My favourite bakery in Cardiff. Possibly the world. They really know their way around an espresso machine and the pastries are always delicious. The lemon friand is my favourite. At Christmas make sure you have a mince pie. They are out of this world.

Cosy local place, with warm smiling service. Excellent treats, cakes, croissant inspired delicacies, so good they should be illegal. Salted caramel brownie, yes please

Best pastries I’ve ever had, local or abroad. The staff are always so welcoming and pleasant making it even better 🙌🏻

Morning coffee and thought they had already sold out of some morning pastries we were delighted by the items we did have, and the coffee tasted soooo good. Situated within a picturesque Victorian style arcade the ambiance is lovely. Staff were super friendly, helpful and attentive. Can’t wait to go back. See pics for what we had.

Lovely little bakery cafe in high street arcade. Small shop area and some outside seating. More suited for takeout. Great selection of delicious pastries, breads, savoury snacks and coffee/drinks. Recommend the delicious creme brulee croissant! Service was friendly and pleasant. It had a constant line of customers which says it all. Really nice shop with lovely bakes although I wish it had more seating.

Easily my favourite place in Cardiff, I recommend this restaurant to all my friends/family that visit. The staff are absolutely amazing, they're all so so lovely, always making an effort with asking how you are and bringing your food/drinks to you. The atmosphere in the cafe (I always go to Castle Arcade) is so nice, with lovely music and a chill vibe. Perfect for having a catch up or personally to journal. And the food is SO good. I've tried so many of the pastries at this point but my personal faves are the Pain Suisse, Pain au chocolat and Hazelnut pain au chocolat but they're all good. The coffee is really good too according to my boyfriend (I don't like coffee sadly) Genuinely this place is my favourite place to come and me and my boyfriend have made it a weekly Sunday tradition to come here😁

It's a shame thr flat white tasted like warm milk with an aftertaste of coffee. Far too diluted to even be called a flat white. I appreciated the coffee art and it had a nice interior, but the coffee was just very disappointing.

Pastries are lush! Can't believe they were quiet when I walked in, I was only passing by and they offered me a free pastry. Come on down to Pettigrew Bakeries in Castle Arcade, banging pastries, nice people. Thank you!

Cute little café with friendly staff and lovely decor. We ordered a Welsh cake and a flat white. The flat white was excellent, but the Welsh cake could have been better—it was a bit firm.

It’s my first time coming here. It caught my eye because it looked like a cute, peaceful and small local cafe. The bakery looked too beautiful to be even eaten! But I don’t regret going there. Staff is very kind and bakery is delicious. I got a spinach and ricotta pastie, it was amazing! Definitely coming back more often. (Small edit to my review - came back here a second time for breakfast. Their croissants are great!).

The tapas was fast and fresh, the deserts were amazing and the staff and atmosphere were great. Only thing I'm not sold on is the app service. It just feels like it's there for the sake of it and it's not the same level of interaction I'd be getting from table service.

Its food festival in the bay , Just wanted some drink and cakes It looks amazing from outside. We ordered Americano and earl grey tea. The cake looks pretty,taste ok. The coffee is nice in small cup. Disappointed about the tea , It says in a pot ,but came with a cup ? Then we asked the waiter,she said she will changed it . Yes she did with another tea pot. Not impressed with the pot at all!

Good couple of hours in the gin garden at Gin & Bake, nice atmosphere in the evening with the music turned high and all seats taken. Great range of gin, all well garnished but not cheap, a large G&T will set you back anything from £10-£20. I always think that in gin bars a standard measure should be 50ml and not priced as a 25ml. Plenty of tapas choice which was really well cooked and fairly priced. Plenty of other spirits, fizz and cocktails for those who don't like gin. Popular place so book ahead.

Their mocktails were amazing and worth the price but the food was good but not upto the mark and bit pricey for the quantity they provide.

I was taken here as a birthday gift on 10.8.21 and would just like to feedback how disappointed we both were with the whole experience. After hearing how much it cost for what we got I was appalled. £32 each for one cocktail we didn’t get to choose, 2 finger sandwiches (one plain thick ham and the other standard cream cheese) and a tiny wrap each along with some dodgy salmon on a cracker (see photo) that when we complained about, all we were told was ‘oh I’ll feed that back to the chef’ with no real apology or solution. Also during this conversation it was mentioned that they put tea cups and saucers on the table ‘in case we wanted a cup of tea’, but during our entire visit we were never even asked, and this was definitely not made clear. Though this may have been due to the fact that not one host came to check in with us until they came to clear away the dishes. Whilst the scones and deserts were lovely they didn’t warrant the extortionate charge, as they were all bite sized and clearly not freshly made. Overall there would have been more food in a children’s lunch box yet they’re charging £32 a head for it. And when we mentioned this to our server his response was ‘oh everyone says that’ so it isn’t just a one off problem. I just wanted to voice my opinion for what is an amazing idea, but has really poor execution and would warn anyone to think twice before spending such an amount on this.

A place you should visit if you are in Cardiff. Fantastic place for afternoon tea ☕️ 🫖 🍪 🍰 with a beautiful location and delicious food 🤤 The most amazing thing is the good energy of the staff with happy faces all the time ( we can see the smiley eyes) .. with COVID-19 you need to have reservation before you come ( my visit was early December)

Visited for the first time for Mother’s Day. Really lovely setting and great afternoon tea. Service could have been a bit quicker but overall would visit again and recommend!

Got a bag through the too good to go app and had a selection of breads and a few sweeter things like Welsh cake and some sort of fruit bun. Frozen the bread rolls but am eating the bread now . Can tell its from a proper bakery (trying to not eat processed white bread as much ) unsure what type of bread this is but has some sort of nuts or something healthy in it and it's lovely . And something like a Belgian Bun which was also lovely quality . Caught them closing , friendly polite staff .

I am visiting Cardiff at the moment, and my friend has brought me to this bakery! What a GEM! Your pastry, fruit filling and cream is so unbelievably fresh. I’ll be back tomorrow!

Great bakery. They make the best sandwiches, the white bread is so soft! Great pastries and cakes too, love the corner beef pasty.

Amazing Cornish Pasty. Staff are always friendly and welcoming. Would choose here over Gregg's every time 👌

staff are friendly! edit, from 24/3 and 25/3: really great savoury bakes - the cheese and onion pasties, sausage rolls, and bacon cheese turnovers are all super tasty. their coffee iced filled buns and apple danishes are both lovely, and make for great desserts for a lovely affordable hot lunch from here! will be returning :)

I do love the pastries, especially their ring doghnut and their custard pastry. But I was dissapointed to have a sandwich for the 1st time and find their chicken and bacon sandwich wasnt fresh, or proper chicken or bacon. It was cubed like lardons that were chewy and fatty. Tasted like the sandwich spread you can by from shops too. Was not pleasant or tasty at all. Nice fresh bread, bit not the filling, and I paid £3.65 for it. Not worth the price at all for bread and cheaply made filler. Il stick to their sweet treats in future.

Pretty standard bakery. Decent baked goods but it would be nice if things were labelled so you have an idea what your looking at/ asking for. Also they make good sandwiches but don’t have a menu and if you ask for them to make one they can sometimes seem a bit put out. Just a few little changes could make Brutons customer experience much easier and less confusing.

Beautiful Welsh Cakes, amazing service and so pretty to look at! We loved our tower for our wedding day!

Simply the best Welsh Cakes that I have ever tasted! Wide variety of flavours and Sarah’s Christmas selection is fantastic. I have purchased from Calon Lân for myself as well as, gifted for Mothers Day, Father’s Day and Christmas. The presentation is equally as impressive as the Welsh Cakes themselves and everyone I have gifted too has loved them!

I have known Sarah for around 3 years and as well as baking delicious cakes, she is a genuinely lovely lady. Her creative flare has taken Welsh Cake favours to new heights, and is by a mile the most imaginative Welsh Cake business around. Calon Lan is the only one I'd recommend to my own customers.

We ordered our wedding favours from Calon Lân Cakes for our wedding at Pencoed House Estate back a few weeks ago. We ordered two flavours - Coconut & Dark Chocolate and Milk Chocolate & Orange in a mini heart shaped design, both of which were absolutely delicious. Everyone commented how lovely they were. The packaging was beautiful and the service was just fantastic from start to finish – cannot recommend enough!

Absolutely fabulous! As always Sarah never disappoints. We recently had Welsh cakes for our daughters wedding, everyone commented on how delicious they were. A few guests were tasting Welsh cakes for the first time ever and said how much they loved them. Highly recommend this lovely lady. Thank you Sarah 💕

We have been working with Calon Lân Cakes for many years now and they are simply fantastic. They provide us with freshly baked Welsh Cakes and present them in a lovely reusable jar for all our clients who buy and sell through our Estate Agents, Online Agent Cardiff. Sarah is a pleasure to work with and we highly recommend her and her tasty business!

Calon lan cakes provided the Welsh cakes as canapés for our wedding. Sarah was so friendly and helpful when I was trying to decide from the vast selection of flavours available. I was so impressed with the quality of her products. No matter what flavour combination you choose they are all superb! It's a good thing I got to have tasters because on my wedding day all of the Welsh cakes were gone within 10 minutes! I highly recommend calon lan cakes for any occasion.