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Butterflies Bar & Kitchen, Pontypool, Gwent

Butterflies Bar & Kitchen

4.9
4.9
1503 Reviews
£25 and under
Steakhouse
31/33 Queen Street, Pontypool, Gwent NP4 9PN

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2 people
19:00

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
Multi-award winning restaurant situated in the heart of the World Heritage Town of Blaenavon.
Originally built in 1832 as the Cross Keys Hotel we have been serving the locals of Blaenavon and beyond for almost 200 years.

We are well known across South Wales for our award winning steaks and hearty portions

Voice awards - Best chef 2018
Voice awards - Best Sunday lunch 2019
Voice awards - Best steaks 2019
Welsh hospitality awards - Best Welsh restaurant 2021
Welsh restaurant awards - Best in South Wales 2023
Best commercial garden - 9 consecutive years
Best Restaurant in Wales 2024
Current Finalist Best Restaurant in Wales 2025

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Gastro Pub, British
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Sun 12:30–16:00 Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Dayne Watkins
  • Area
    Pontypool
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Kosher, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,503 people are saying

Butterflies Bar & Kitchen reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.8Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • South Wales

    Best Overall

  • South Wales

    Best Food

  • South Wales

    Best Service

  • South Wales

    Best Ambience

  • South Wales

    Best Value

  • South Wales

    Hot spot

  • South Wales

    Neighbourhood gem

  • South Wales

    Romantic

  • South Wales

    Good for special occasions

  • South Wales

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Butterflies Bar & Kitchen delights with "amazing food" and "friendly, attentive staff." Known for its generous portions, the "steak and seafood experience" is a standout. The restaurant offers a "cosy and inviting ambience," making it "worth every penny." Book in advance for this "hidden gem."

1,503 Reviews
  1. Megan

    South Wales11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our favourite restaurant! Best food ever! Won’t go anywhere else for a steak.

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  2. Kelly

    South Wales3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff polite and helpful. Great food and ambiance.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    South Wales2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Restaurant very nice and food delicious with efficient attentive staff. The only down side is parking but if you want good food then you'll find a space

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  4. David

    South Wales2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was fabulous staff was lovely I had the butcher block meat was amazing definitely going back again 😊

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  5. Carlien

    London2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 19 April 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Fantastic restaurant ambience, low lighting and good lively atmosphere. Food was decent. Could smell the food down the street and it was very inviting. We went for surf and turf platter for 2 - not cheap mind. Good quality produce but under seasoned. Sauces were fantastic. Service was only ok with only one server that looked like she actually cared. We gave her a tip in cash for that. The rest of the staff were a bit hit and miss. We would go again but this time drive there as we were completely unable to get a taxi on a Saturday night which meant we had to take the bus home otherwise we would have been stuck in Blaenavon!

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  6. Sue

    South Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 19 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Surf & Turf was absolutely outstanding. You are made to feel very welcome from start to finish, nothing is too much trouble. OMG I nearly forgot the Pavlova, that was the best. Will definitely be going again, already booked Sunday lunch next. Booking a table is like gold dust.

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  7. Michelle

    Bath5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great atmosphere with fabulous food. Staff are very attentive and go out of their way to make it a fabulous experience.

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  8. Gareth

    South Wales2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 18 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Without doubt, the best meal we've ever had, a bold statement but true, the food was exceptional, gaps between courses made sure we didn't feel rushed, staff were top notch, waiting for friends to get back to us with dates so we can book again, thanks very much

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  9. Stephanie

    South Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 17 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food with great service. We will definitely be returning again.

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  10. Logan

    South Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 17 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Came here for my 18th Birthday absolutely loved the food and was greeted with the staff singing me happy birthday would definitely recommend and 100% will be coming again soon

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Butterflies Bar & Kitchen is rated 4.9 stars by 1503 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
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31/33 Queen Street, Pontypool, Gwent NP4 9PN

Additional information

  • Area
    Pontypool
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Sun 12:30–16:00 Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–21:00
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Gastro Pub, British
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Dayne Watkins
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Kosher, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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