Eat & Drink
LOCAL TABLES and WARM FIRES
WORTH the JOURNEY
PUBS and RESTAURANTS
THE BLACK BEAR INN, BETTWS NEWYDD
10 min drive
A wonderfully cosy, unpretentious gastro-pub with a crackling fire and warm, traditional interiors. Expect exceptional, hyper-seasonal local food from a blackboard menu that changes almost daily.
THE NAG'S HEAD INN, USK
10 min drive
A traditional, dog-friendly 17th-century pub right on Twyn Square in Usk. It focuses on fresh, locally sourced ingredients and offers a very warm, welcoming community atmosphere.
THE GAFF, ABERGAVENNY
25 mins
Tucked away in a beautiful town-centre courtyard, this Michelin Bib Gourmand spot offers a superb, relaxed dining experience focused on brilliant, flavour-packed small plates.
THE WHITEBROOK, NEAR MONMOUTH
25 mins
Intimate, Michelin-starred excellence heavily influenced by ingredients foraged directly from the Wye Valley. A must-book for culinary enthusiasts.
The Angel Hotel, Abergavenny
25 mins drive
A former coaching inn right in the centre of town. Famous for its elegant dining rooms and widely celebrated for serving one of the best Afternoon Teas in the UK.
The Walnut Tree Inn, Llanddewi Skirrid
30 mins drive
An iconic Michelin-starred institution led by Shaun Hill. It offers a relaxed, informal atmosphere hung with brilliant contemporary art and unfussy, flavor-first dishes.
THE BULL'S HEAD, CRASWELL
45 mins drive
Hidden deep in the Black Mountains, this historic pub has been beautifully restored. It offers incredible atmosphere and superb food cooked over open fires.
The Felin Fach Griffin, near Brecon
50 mins drive
Vibrant, colourful, and effortlessly stylish with sink-in sofas and log fires. Renowned for a “slow food” ethos utilizing the fantastic agricultural larder of the Brecon Beacons.
CAFÉS & CASUAL DAYTIME EATERIES
The Bank, Usk
10 mins drive
A beautifully designed, contemporary lounge café on Usk’s main street focused on specialty coffee, artisan bakes, and excellent seasonal brunch dishes.
Craft Renaissance Kitchen, Chainbridge
12 mins drive
Set within a converted rural barn complex housing a gallery and studios. Offers fantastic home-cooked light bites and lovely afternoon teas championing quality local ingredients.
Creates Café, Monmouth
20 mins drive
Situated on a pedestrianised street, this ground-floor café has a vibrant, welcoming interior and serves fresh local food, good coffee, and lovely homemade cakes.
The Art Shop & Chapel, Abergavenny
25 mins drive
Housed across two historic buildings, this creative hub pairs a light-filled gallery and artisan shop with a café serving seasonal, soulful lunches and excellent coffee in a tranquil courtyard.
Bean & Bread, Abergavenny
25 mins drive
A stylish, independent coffee shop with clean aesthetics and a bustling atmosphere, offering premium coffee and an inventive brunch menu.
The Angel Bakery, Abergavenny
25 mins drive
An artisanal bakery with minimalist, flour-dusted interiors, serving up unquestionably the best sourdough, pastries, and sausage rolls in the area.
DELICATESSENS, FARM SHOPS & LOCAL CRAFT
Morris' of Usk Farm Shop & Garden Centre, Llanbadoc
10 mins drive
A bustling local hub and food hall championing regional Welsh makers, top-quality meats, Welsh cheeses, fresh produce, and local gins.
N.S. James Butchers, Raglan
10 mins drive
A traditional, award-winning village butcher running since 1959. As a “Rare Breeds Specialist,” they offer exceptional home-killed meats, free-range eggs, and fresh vegetables.
The Marches Delicatessen, Monmouth
20 mins drive
A chic, independent high-street deli with a hidden courtyard garden. An absolute haven for fine artisan cheeses, bespoke chutneys, charcuterie, and Welsh craft drinks.
Black Mountains Smokery, Crickhowell
30 mins drive
A renowned family-run artisan smokehouse. Their award-winning smoked salmon, cured meats, and cheeses are perfect for an indulgent self-catered breakfast or a picnic in the hills.
The Farm Shop
Morris’ of Usk 10 mins drive
A bustling local hub and food hall championing regional Welsh makers, top-quality meats, Welsh cheeses, fresh produce, and local gins.
Opening Hours:
Mon – Sat 8:30 am–5 pm
Sunday 10 am–4 pm
The Butcher
N.S. James Butchers, Raglan 10 mins drive
A traditional, award-winning village butcher running since 1959. As a “Rare Breeds Specialist,” they offer exceptional home-killed meats, free-range eggs, and fresh vegetables.
Opening Hours:
Mon – Sat 8:30 am–5 pm
Sunday 10 am–4 pm
