Restaurants · Gwynedd, Wales
Set inside a castle on the edge of Portmeirion, this is a smarter lunch than most family days out involve — but it works if you time it right. The fixed-price two-course menu is genuinely good value, and it usually comes with free entry to the village afterwards, which means a proper stroll to burn off the wriggles once the plates are cleared. Booking is essential; tables go. The Welsh lamb is the thing people come back for, falling off the bone, and the mussels, oysters and desserts get just as much praise. There's a roaring fire, sometimes a live pianist, lovely views, high chairs, a kids' menu, buggy access, outdoor seating and free parking. It's a dressy dining hall rather than a casual café, and steak can be hit and miss.
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A relaxed Penrhyndeudraeth restaurant with a kids' menu, high chairs, and outdoor seating — easy for a family meal out.
A relaxed cafe in Penrhyndeudraeth with outdoor seating, handy for a family coffee and a bite to eat.
A laid-back Penrhyndeudraeth café with outdoor seating — an easy stop for a coffee and a treat with the family.