Y Branwen - Gwynedd

Before we had got through the front door we were approached by the proprietor with one of his large dogs in a far from welcoming and unfriendly manner. He told us that they do not serve food to our grandchildren. We said that we knew but only wanted drinks. He rudely accused us of being rude. Sadly we proceeded to order a round of excessively expensive drinks. The bar was unheated and cold. We were the only customers. He repeated his false accusation of our rudeness. They present themselves as a "dog friendly "establishment. Be aware that the same welcome is not given to paying customers, especially families with young children. We will not be going there again. Avoid it.

I’d almost recommend a visit here, just to experience the place. It is surreal. Kafka esque. The prices are ferocious but perhaps that’s because the staff are actually actors, involved in some form of live performance art. The vibe, straight from the get go, is “come and have a go if you think you’re hard enough”. Now, if you do visit, wear a coat; because the bar is like a cold meat storage facility. Tantalisingly, there is a wood burning fire at one end, surrounded by firewood. But, alas, it remained unlit, sitting darkly in the gloom of a room where the curtains were drawn shut at 5pm. Children are not favoured here that was made explicit to us even before we entered. Not permitted to eat. Thankfully, judging by other reviews, we were not there to dine. But adults are not much more welcome. Dogs, on the other hand, are lauded. If you have a dog, definitely bring it to this bar. But take yourself for a drink to the Queen’s Hotel, I would say, and pick it up later.

What a disappointment. I have no issue with places being kid free for dining. I do however have an issue with staff being outright rude to me and my family when simply dropping in for a quick bar drink. It’s totally unnecessary and as local people, we will not be returning. Shame, as it’s a great location and we would have loved to support the business.

Stayed one night as we're playing golf across the Rd at Royal St Davids. Great hotel very friendly staff, comfy room with huge bed.. Great breakfast as well..Definitely stay again !!!

Absolutely lovely. I am quite fussy about my steak and asked for a fillet to be medium to well done. Which is sacrilege for a chef! Wow did he get it right. Our dog was spoilt as we were. Really lovely host and fantastic ambiance. If I lived here I would be a regular visitor. Gin dog friendly and no kids. Also the French Malbec was divine