Duke of Wellington

Good evening. Good food, big wine selection, I recommend the cod .....

We came for dinner for two on a Thursday and the first outlook of the pub, was interesting for us is not a pub if I may add. It is more of a bar/ dining, or more commonly referred as a 'gastro pub'. The place retain some elements and charm of a pub not the gloomy, old men and drinking pints and pints upon pints. It is stylish and feels great. The atmosphere and ambience was upbeat and a good start of a evening out. The only criticism I have is that it is a small place when a group of drinkers descend into the pub/bar. It suddenly feels cramped. The tall black waiter was very attentive and professional, good knowledge and experience. We later discover that he was not a waiter but a manager. A good evening....... Remy.

We came here on Time Out's recommendation one Friday evening before catching a train from Paddington to Cardiff. We were utterly disappointed. We were sitting in the bar downstairs which was very loud and busy but accepted that as it is pub. However, the menu is not that of a pub and neither are the prices! The service was appalling. There was a young girl serving us and she had not a clue about anything. I asked about the menu and she could not tell me about the dishes. I asked for a small glass of wine and I received what looked like a large one. When it arrived I said to the waitress that I had ordered a small glass of wine and she looked blankly at me and said that it was a small glass. She then asked if I wanted her to take it back and I said no that it was fine. I was however charged for a large glass. In short the whole experience was disappointing. The food was at best average and therefore way over priced and the service was sloppy and unprofessional. Not good enough I'm afraid.

Delicious, decadent and interesting menu. A bit cramped downstairs but there's plenty of room on the 2nd floor. Great wine selection with a knowledgable staff. Great for a sunny afternoon in the spring, there's tones of outdoor seating. The only knock is that it a bit too expensive 4/5

nice ambience and food but seating is limited and unless it's quiet it can feel rather cramped.