Eat & Drink
Betws-y-Coed, Llanrwst and Trefriw are full of great places to eat and drink.
Whether a traditional Welsh pub, homely cafe, funky coffee shop or top quality restaurant, you’ll find local produce and top quality ingredients to create memorable experiences.
Conwy Falls Cafe and Forest Park
This spacious café – with indoor and outdoor seating – is located at the entrance to the spectacular Conwy Falls, not far from Betws-y-Coed.
Open daily, it serves hot and cold food and is licensed to serve alcohol, and you’re guaranteed great views.
Plat Y Dyffryn
MEAL DELIVERY & PRIVATE CHEF SERVICE FOR SELF-CATERING ACCOMMODATION!
Plat y Dyffryn offer a fresh meal delivery service and private chef experience to holiday lets in and around Betws-y-Coed and the Conwy Valley.
Tir a Môr
Tir a Môr is a family run fish and chips takeaway and restaurant based in Llanrwst – just north of Betws-y-Coed.
The business was established over twenty years ago by husband and wife Wyn and Paula Williams, and they strive to produce top quality food using locally sourced ingredients creating the ultimate customer experience!
Black Rock Coffi
Black Rock Coffi is an independent speciality coffee shop in the heart of Betws-y-Coed.
Dedicated to serving exceptional coffee, thoughtfully sourced products, and an elevated customer experience, you’re guaranteed a friendly welcome and will find it just of the main road in the centre of the village.
Olif
Olif is a 5 star boutique bed and breakfast in Betws-y-Coed, in the heart of Eryri | Snowdonia, with 6 individually designed rooms.
There is an onsite tapas bar that takes inspiration from Spanish tapas and traditional Welsh dishes to create a menu of small plates, using locally sourced Welsh produce.
Glan Aber Hotel and Bunkhouse
Open for afternoon brunch, lunch or dinner – we’re family friendly with meal deals especially for children, and we always have a selection of homemade cakes, scones, traditional bara brith and delicious bar snacks.
The Glan Aber always has a good selection of vegetarian and vegan dishes and if you have any special dietary requirements just remember to allow us enough time to prepare a dish to suit.
Grill Room at the Royal Oak
The Grill Room at the Royal Oak Hotel offers menus which fully embrace modern Welsh cooking using locally sourced seasonal produce in new & innovative ways.
Discover a new dining taste with the thrill of the Grill – a section of our menu covers food totally cooked over charcoal on the Josper, an authentic bbq oven.
The Gwydyr Hotel
Enjoy delicious dining in both our bar and restaurant at the hotel – our dining areas offer a relaxed and family-friendly dining experience, making it ideal for all tastes and party sizes.
Lunch and dinner are available daily in our bar, and additionally you can enjoy the outside terrace and veranda areas for food and or/drinks.
The Old Ship
The Old Ship (Yr Hen Long) is an independently owned ‘free house’ – recently refurbished – serving classic pub dishes and a wide selection of premium beers and real ales including Hawkstone lager and cider.
Both the large riverside beer garden and lower dining room in the pub are dog-friendly, and you’ll find The Old Ship in the pretty village of Trefriw which is just 5 miles north of Betws-y-Coed (easily accessed from both there and Conwy to the north).
Llugwy River Restaurant
Bringing you a menu that celebrates seasonality and local produce, our food ethos has been influenced over the years as more amazing producers and suppliers have sprung up locally selling, growing and rearing Welsh produce and livestock.
The Llugwy River Team love a party! As well as hosting foodie event nights through the year, the Llugwy is available for private hire and open for the most delicious Sunday lunch.
HAND – Coffee & Sandwiches
Independent coffee shop serving specialist coffee, matcha, takeaway sandwiches, salads and bakes in a cool space with friendly service from Guy and the team.
Located right on the main square right in the heart of the attractive town of Llanrwst, near Betws-y-Coed.
Bridge Restaurant and Bar 1815 at the Waterloo Hotel
Offering a modern and contemporary venue the Bridge Restaurant and Bar 1815 is the ideal place to drink and relax after a busy day out and about in North Wales.
You’ll find both within the Waterloo Hotel at the entrance to Betws-y-Coed.
Princes Arms – Hotel & Brasserie
The Princes Arms Hotel in Trefriw, near Betws-y-Coed, is a haven of breathtaking natural beauty renowned for its exceptional setting and quality of cuisine.
Their brasserie serves excellent food in a relaxed, informal atmosphere with stunning views over the valley and river.
RISE by Cornish Bakery
Born in the Cornish harbour town of Mevagissey, Cornish Bakery is known for our hand-crafted Cornish pasties, artisan pastries, speciality coffee and simple food, boldly made.
From our classic pasties to our seasonal bakes, everything we do is about creating food that feels good, wherever you enjoy it.
Y Stablau
Y Stablau embodies the essence of a modern dining venue, perfect for both indoor and outdoor experiences – a welcoming place to gather, socialise, and soak in the vibrant atmosphere, and the perfect place to unwind after a day in the mountains.
Local cask ales, a menu featuring local produce, bespoke cocktails, music nights & entertainment events with a stunning outside canopied dining area are all on offer, along with plenty of parking and dog friendly inside and out.
The Riverside Restaurant at Craig-y-Dderwen
Our award winning restaurant overlooks the River Conwy at the edge of Betws-y-Coed.
Menus were created by our Head Chef John Williams – for over 25 years John has retained multiple AA rosettes for culinary excellence, a Michelin star and is one of only a few Fellows of the Master Chefs of Great Britain.
The Swallow Falls Inn
We’re open all day, every day, serving delicious food and a fantastic range of drinks in a warm, welcoming atmosphere that captures the charm of North Wales.
Whether you’re a guest staying overnight, a camper, or just passing through, enjoy a hearty breakfast before exploring the falls or Eryri | Snowdonia trails, a light lunch, or a satisfying evening meal in our cosy pub or on the sunny terrace and beer garden.
Caffi Doti
Becca welcomes you to her cosy cafe in the heart of the beautiful and historic village of Trefriw, serving great coffee (from Heartland – roasted in Llandudno), home made cakes, breakfasts and lunches.
It is dog-friendly inside and out, so sit on the benches outside and watch the world go by, and be sure to try Becca’s home-made cakes and scones!
