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Butterflies Bar & Kitchen, Pontypool, Gwent

Butterflies Bar & Kitchen

4.9
4.9
1448 Reviews
£25 and under
Steakhouse

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 30 times today
  • 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 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    01495 791044
  • 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 1,448 people are saying

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

    Innovative

  • South Wales

    Hot spot

  • South Wales

    Romantic

  • South Wales

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Butterflies Bar & Kitchen consistently delivers exceptional dining experiences with "amazing food" and "outstanding service." Guests rave about the "best Sunday dinner" and "superb steak." The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, with attentive staff ensuring each visit is memorable. Despite its popularity, resulting in long wait times for reservations, visitors agree it's "worth the wait." Consistently rated as a top choice, it's a must-visit for those seeking great food and a welcoming vibe.

1,448 Reviews
  1. Martin

    South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first visit to Butterflies was a treat from start to finish. From its unassuming location, the warm, welcoming interior is a wonderful surprise. The staff are friendly, engage in just the right amount of small-talk to make you feel like one of the regulars immediately, without being over the top. The food? High quality, high quantity, locally sourced.. what more could you ask for? Everything came out in a relatively short time after ordering, three of us were so full we couldn’t face dessert, but the ones that did order had a huge plate of sweet goodness each too! Would we go back? We booked our next visit before we’d even left the table! Excellent.

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  2. Karl

    South Wales

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fab food and staff very attentive 10/10. Will be returning … again 👍🏼

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  3. Victoria

    South Wales

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Truly amazing!!! Booked for my sons 21st birthday. Staff were very polite and helpful, atmosphere was lovely. Menu was amazing. We ordered 2 butcher blocks, WOW, everything was cooked to perfection 👌. Can't wait to book again to try the other sharing platters.

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  4. Joanne

    South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful meal for my daughters 21st, thoroughly enjoyed by everyone - we will be back very soon x

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  5. Tracey

    London

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first visit after following on Instagram. The food was amazing. Such good quality ingredients and cooked perfectly. The portions are very generous so make sure you go the Butterflies hungry!

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  6. Clark

    South Wales

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great until we went to pay when we were told we couldn't use our vouchers . This was a very expensive shock. We feel that if your having a promotion then it should say no vouchers.

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  7. Matthew

    South Wales

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As like our meal last valentines day in 2024 the service, food and venue was outstanding. The food was cooked and ready within 10 minutes of ordering between courses and the staff were very friendly and helpful like last time. The venue and dimmed lighting make it excellent for couples. The prices was reasonable for both good and drinks and the food is mouthwatering and definitely still the best place I have been for a meal ever.

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  8. Jamie

    South Wales

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 13 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Unreal meal for valentine's day. So glad we got a cancellation. Always go for the steak experience but there's so much I want to try on their awesome menu.

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  9. Anne

    South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional! Food, staff, service always exceptional and always worth the visit. Looking forward to our next visit. 100% recommended

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  10. Rosemary

    Gloucestershire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic evening. First visit. Will definitely be back. Food was superb and staff very helpful. Food arrived without too long a wait even though the restaurant was full. Excellent.

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Butterflies Bar & Kitchen is rated 4.9 stars by 1448 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 30 times today
Google Map for Butterflies Bar & Kitchen

31/33 Queen Street, Pontypool, Gwent NP4 9PN

Additional information

  • Area
    Pontypool
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Sun 12:30 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • 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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