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Where to Find the Best Pub Food in North Wales
One of the great pleasures of a holiday in North Wales is taking advantage of its incredible food scene, with the region being famous for the quality of its local produce and plethora of award winning restaurants. This includes a number of outstanding pubs which have elevated traditional pub dining into something truly memorable.
Whether you are looking for a perfectly cooked Sunday roast, locally sourced Welsh produce, stunning sea views or a cosy fireside setting, there are countless gastropubs across the region serving exceptional cuisine. Many of these are within easy driving reach of our Pario’s holiday parks, giving you plenty of reasons to dine out regularly when you are staying at one of our resorts.
To help you plan out your holiday, we’ve put together a list of some of the best pub food in North Wales so you can draw up a hit list of gastropubs that you may want to frequent on your next getaway. This is based on the first hand experiences of our team and is split down by region, providing you with all the information you need to make a plan that will satisfy your stomach on your next North Wales break.
Colwyn Bay
We have two holiday parks near Colwyn Bay in the form of Bryn Defaid and Tan Rallt Holiday Parks. Irrespective of which of these resorts you stay at, you will still be welcome to dine at our on-site gastropub called The Cliffs Bar & Restaurant. Serving exceptional cuisine prepared using only the freshest of local ingredients, this is unquestionably one of the best pubs with a view in the region, with diners able to admire stunning vistas of the surrounding Clwydian Range from an elevated position on-site. The great advantage of dining here for our guests and holiday home owners at Tan Rallt Holiday Park is that you won’t even need to leave our resort to enjoy class leading cuisine, while those at Bryn Defaid Holiday Park only a few short miles away.
However, if you do fancy venturing a little further afield, you’ll find that there are plenty of fantastic gastropubs in nearby Colwyn Bay. One of these is the Pen-y-Bryn which is a strong contender when discussing the best pub food in North Wales. Owned by the highly respected Brunning & Price group, the pub showcases the successful formula that has made the company one of the top pub operators in the UK. Guests can expect quality fresh ingredients, classic British dishes with contemporary influences and consistently high standards of service. The venue itself is equally impressive, featuring traditional interiors, open fires and panoramic views stretching towards the sea and the Great Orme. Its combination of excellent food, welcoming surroundings and spectacular scenery has made it one of the most popular dining pubs in the region. Brunning & Price pubs have built their reputation on delivering dependable quality and the Pen-y-Bryn perfectly demonstrates why their approach continues to be so successful.
Another venue that regularly features in conversations for producing the best pub food in North Wales is The Toad. This much-loved Colwyn Bay establishment is located across the road from the recently renovated Colwyn Bay promenade, providing diners with exceptional sea views and a friendly seaside atmosphere. The team are renowned for delivering excellent food made up of gastropub classics, traditional Welsh favourites and seasonal dishes. All portions are generous and the customer service friendly, making it a firm favourite with many of our regular holiday home owners at Tan Rallt and Bryn Defaid Holiday Park which are both less than 7 miles away.
Conwy
No holiday in North Wales would be complete without a trip to Conwy and no trip to Conwy would be complete without visiting The Erskine Arms which has earned an outstanding reputation locals and visitors alike. The pub combines the character of a traditional coaching inn with a menu that focuses on quality, locally sourced ingredients and expertly prepared pub classics.
Diners can enjoy everything from hearty traditional favourites to seasonal specials inspired by international flavours. The atmosphere is lively yet welcoming, making it equally suitable for a relaxed lunch, evening meal or special celebration. Its location in one of Wales’ most picturesque towns further enhances the experience, allowing visitors to explore Conwy Castle and the medieval streets before settling down to enjoy a mouthwatering meal.
The Erskine Arms has become one of the most highly regarded pub restaurants in North Wales thanks to its consistent quality and commitment to great hospitality. The pub is little over 10 miles away from Tan Rallt and Bryn Defaid Holiday Park, making it a must visit for anyone staying at one of these resorts.
Denbighshire
Moving over to Denbighshire now and The Hope & Anchor which is situated near the centre of Denbigh. It has earned itself a reputation for producing some of the best pub food in North Wales by combining traditional character with modern culinary standards. The menu showcases a wide range of popular pub classics with an emphasis on fresh local ingredients and flavourful cooking. Their Sunday roast is a particular favourite with regulars, so it’s highly advisable to book well in advance to avoid missing out.
One of the factors that helps the Hope & Anchor stand out is its ability to deliver a consistently welcoming atmosphere alongside excellent food and real ales. With a two room layout, ceiling beams and a central bar, it follows the traditional pub look that you would expect in a historic Welsh market town. This combination of cosy surroundings, attentive hospitality and exceptional quality cuisine makes it a destination well worth seeking out for anyone exploring Denbighshire and searching for the best pub food in North Wales.
The Hope & Anchor is little over 10 miles away from Tan Rallt and Bryn Defaid Holiday Parks and a similar distance from Marine Holiday Park, with guests staying at our Rhyl resort sure to appreciate the pub’s family friendly atmosphere.
Flintshire
Despite being perched on the hills above Prestatyn, The Eagle & Child is actually located in Flintshire. Straddling the border between Denbighshire and Flintshire, it is the location of this pub which really makes it stand out, occupying an elevated position which provides far-reaching views across the North Wales coastline and surrounding countryside. This makes it a popular destination with ramblers who use the Eagle & Child as a refuelling point after taking on one of the many hiking routes in the region.
However, it isn’t just the vantage point which is exceptional, with The Eagle and Child being a strong contender for the title of producing the best pub food in North Wales. Its cuisine is characterised by generous portion sizes but this doesn’t come at the expense of taste. Their Eagle Burger, Chef’s Chilli and Homemade Chicken Curry are particular favourites, attracting foodies from across the region and beyond. Located Less than 6 miles away from Marine Holiday Park and roughly 15 miles from Tan Rallt and Bryn Defaid Holiday Parks, this is definitely one to add to your North Wales holiday itinerary.
Another Flintshire pub which comes a very close second to The Eagle & Child is The Piccadilly Inn in the small village of Caerwys. This welcoming venue combines a traditional village pub atmosphere with a strong focus on high-quality food. Local ingredients are used wherever possible, helping create menus that celebrate the very best Welsh produce while maintaining broad appeal. Diners regularly praise the generous portions, attentive hospitality and relaxed surroundings. The pub’s reputation has grown steadily thanks to its ability to consistently deliver excellent meals while retaining the friendly charm that defines the very best classic rural pubs. Whether you are visiting for a casual lunch or a celebratory dinner, guests can expect a dining experience that exceeds expectations.
The Piccadilly Inn is located 13 miles from Marine Holiday Park and roughly 20 miles from Tan Rallt and Bryn Defaid Holiday Parks. Do bear in mind that the pub is not open on Monday or Tuesday each week before setting out, with prior booking strongly recommended.
Gwynedd
Moving onto Gwynedd now and some contenders for the best pub food in North Wales which are within driving reach of our 5 star rated Gimblet Rock Holiday Park in Pwllheli. This is another of our resorts where you don’t even need to leave the holiday park in order to enjoy a great meal. Guests and holiday home owners are welcome to dine at our on-site Rock Bar & Restaurant which serves a range of family favourites throughout peak season alongside a wide selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. It’s the perfect place for the whole family to come together to chat over the day’s events and make plans for the days to come.
However, if you are willing to complete the walk along Pwllheli promenade into the centre of the seaside town you’ll also have the option of dining at The Whitehall. Open from 12pm until 7.30pm daily, this family run Gastropub has earned a reputation for serving high-quality food that celebrates local produce while offering a menu capable of appealing to a wide range of tastes and dietary requirements. Fresh seafood often features prominently thanks to the pub’s coastal location, with their fish pie being a must try for any foodies amongst you.
Book a Foodie Holiday in North Wales with Pario
North Wales is starting to establish itself as one of the foodie holiday capitals of the UK with a huge selection of award winning restaurants, family run pubs and off the beaten track cafes which make fine use of the local produce for which the region is so renowned.
With many of the contenders for the best pub food in North Wales being within easy driving reach of our resorts, you can really indulge yourself on your next trip to the region when you stay at a Pario Holiday Park.