Terra Mare

Name: Terra Mare
Address: 28 High St, Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom, CF10 1PU
Telephone: 029 2297 0921
Price range: £26 to £40
Rating: 4.4

4.4

45 Reviews

£26 to £40

Contemporary Italian

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2 people

21 Jan 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 21 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines
Charming

Terra Mare is a contemporary Italian restaurant & bar, inspired by Puglia. Located on High Street and brought to you by the team behind Silures Restaurant, Terra Mare is an authentic Italian dining experience, bringing the heart and soul of Italy right to your table.

Inspired by the vibrant flavours and time-honoured traditions of Puglia, our menu is a true journey through the classic Italian way of dining. From cicchetti (small snacks) to antipasti, primi piatti, secondi piatti, and finally dolce (desserts), Terra Mare invites you to savour each moment, every bite, and every sip. Whether you’re indulging in a few plates or a full seven-course feast, our flexible menu is designed to cater to your unique dining desires.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Contemporary Italian, Modern European
Hours of Operation
Lunch Fri, Sat 12:00–15:00 Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–00:00
Phone number
029 2297 0921
Website
http://terramare-amh.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Francesco Germinario

Location
28 High St, Cardiff, Cardiff CF10 1PU
Area
Cardiff
Parking details
None
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Five Course Taster Menu
GBP 50.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Enjoy our specially-curated five course journey through contemporary and traditional Italian cuisine.
Set Lunch & Pre-Theatre Menu
GBP 25.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Enjoy either two or three courses from our specially selected set menu. Perfect for lunctime or a pre-theatre meal.
Seven Course Taster Menu
GBP 70.00 per person
Multiple dates available
A true dining experience, our seven course taster menu features our head chef's selection of the finest dishes from land and sea.

Burrata, heritage beetroot, chard, sea lettuce, pumpkin seeds (v)GBP 11.00
4 or 8 giant king prawns, "nduja & garlic butter
- -GBP 15.00
- -GBP 28.00
Bruchetta, straciatelle, anchovies, basil (available v / ve)GBP 10.00
Mussel, clam & octopus soup, sea herbs, sourdough croutonsGBP 18.00
Wild mushroom risotto, walnuts, spenwood, black truffle (v / ve)
- -GBP 13.00
- -GBP 26.00
Pork & veal meatball, tomato sauce, parsley pistou, mozzarellaGBP 12.00
Tuna tartare, salmon roe, avocado, polenta crispsGBP 14.00

HANDMADE PASTA

Oxcheek ragu, orrechiette, parsley pistou, parmesanGBP 22.00
Tomato, olive & capers, spaghettoni, spenwood, breadcrumbs (v / ve)GBP 18.00
- add pork & veal meatballsGBP 6.00
Mussel & clams, spaghetti, garlic, red chilli, bottargaGBP 24.00

MAINS

180g fillet steak or lkg rib of beef on the bone, roscoff onion,watercress, black pepper sauce or nduja & garlic butter
- -GBP 38.00
- -GBP 85.00
Grilled octopus, 'nduja sausage, pancetta & fennel cassouletGBP 30.00
Chicken milanese, parmesan, fried capers, anchovies, green herb saladGBP 26.00
Roasted aubergine, tomato sauce, basil, mozzarella, spenwood (v / ve) 20GBP 20.00

SIDES

Endive salad, pear, cashel blue, candied walnuts (v / ve)GBP 5.00
Grilled purple-sprouting broccoli, romesco (v / ve)GBP 5.00
Creamed potato (v) or Fries (ve) GBP 5.00
- add truffle & spenwood (v)GBP 4.00
Honey-glazed heritage carrots, cumin, pumpkin seeds (v / ve)GBP 6.00

(v) vegetarian | (ve) vegan | (v / ve) vegetarian dish can be adapted to vegan

Some of our dishes contain allergens. If you or a member of your party require further information relating to allergens, please ask your server for a copy of our allergens menu which contains a full listing of our dishes, and itemises the allergenic ingredients of each where applicable. All prices are inclusive of VAT.

What 45 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

South Wales
Good for business meals
South Wales
Innovative
South Wales
Great for creative cocktails
South Wales
Healthy
South Wales
Great for fine wines
South Wales
Romantic
South Wales
Good for special occasions
South Wales
Vegetarian-friendly
South Wales
Lively
Cardiff City & County
Best Ambience
Cardiff City & County
Great for brunch
Cardiff City & County
Good for business meals
Cardiff City & County
Good for groups
Cardiff City & County
Great for creative cocktails
Cardiff City & County
Healthy
Cardiff City & County
Hot spot
Cardiff City & County
Great for fine wines
Cardiff City & County
Good for special occasions
Cardiff City & County
Vegetarian-friendly
Cardiff City & County
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Terra Mare offers a "wonderful atmosphere" and "outstanding food," highlighted by exceptional service and a delightful ambiance. Guests rave about the "best bruschetta and ragu," and the "amazing service" that complements the "beautiful decor." Despite some mixed reviews, the restaurant remains a "highly recommended" dining experience with "fantastic" culinary offerings.

45 Reviews

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Gavin
London
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Great food and lovely restaurant. Service was very slow unfortunately.
Terra MareResponded 3 days ago
Hi Gavin, Thank you for your feedback of Terra Mare. I'm glad you enjoyed the food but am disappointed to see that the service was slow. I do hope that you give us another try in the near future. Kind regards, Daf
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OpenTable Diner
South Wales
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding food and service! It's not cheap but we'll worth it!
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Bill
London
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a fantastic evening at Terra Mare. The restaurant was busy despite it being a midweek booking in January. There is a wonderful looking bar in the middle of the restaurant to sit and have pre-dinner drinks and cocktails. The service was both very friendly and attentive. The four of us shared starters which were first class. The main courses were equally good and the rib of beef on the bone was outstanding. We will definitely be going back soon.
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Lacey
South Wales
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 31 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
I had such a great experience staff were lovely the food was outstanding and overall the atmosphere was amazing. Will definitely be coming back :)
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Chantal
Berkshire
5 reviews
1.0
5 reviews
Dined on 28 December 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We went at 5pm without a booking to be told that there were no tables, by a not very friendly front of house, walked outside and booked a table online. Left an instant distaste, but were interested in the food so went anyway. Service was good, as was food, but nothing exceptional. So based on the initial experience we most certainly won’t be going back.
Terra MareResponded on 3 January 2025
Dear Chantal, Thank you for your review of Terra Mare. Although I'm pleased that you enjoyed the food and service, I am both disappointed and alarmed by your experience with the host as you entered. I'll be investigating this thoroughly on my side, but in the meantime will contact you via email to discuss your comments further. Kind regards, Daf
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Mark
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 24 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
an excellent night thanks to our lovely waitress who was always on hand and excellent at her job great food served in good time
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Lesley
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 21 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What great service, fab food and perfect ambience.
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Richard
Devon
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 20 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The best focaccia ever! Amazing service and great ambience. We will be back
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Ben
South Wales
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 20 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Focaccia was really good and the olive oil complimented it beautifully. We would’ve liked some balsamic vinegar to go with it too. The Tagliere Di Salumi complimented the focaccia really well. Ragu orecchiette was absolutely sublime. Personally, slightly too much pasta for me as it was really filling but it was really good. The Pinot Rose was great.
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Peter
VIP
South Wales
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on 20 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It’s refreshing to go somewhere lovely food, good service and chirpy friendly happy staff. To everyone thank you for a wonderful evening! I will be returning soon ….
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FAQs

Terra Mare is rated 4.4 stars by 45 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

21 Jan 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 21 times today

Experiences are available.

28 High St, Cardiff, Cardiff CF10 1PU

Dining areas

Additional information

Area
Cardiff
Hours of Operation
Lunch Fri, Sat 12:00–15:00 Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–00:00
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Contemporary Italian, Modern European
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Francesco Germinario
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://terramare-amh.com/
Phone number
029 2297 0921

Terra Mare

Make a booking

Dining areas

Additional information

Five Course Taster Menu

Set Lunch & Pre-Theatre Menu

Seven Course Taster Menu

TO SHARE

Focaccia, garlic oil, sea salt (ve)GBP 4.00

3 or 6 Atlantic Edge oysters, Tabasco & 'nduja

Apuglian Nocellara olives (ve)GBP 5.00

Welsh cured meats & picklesGBP 10.00

Snail bolognaise, spenwood, sour cream, capers, polenta crispsGBP 14.00

STARTERS

Burrata, heritage beetroot, chard, sea lettuce, pumpkin seeds (v)GBP 11.00

4 or 8 giant king prawns, "nduja & garlic butter

Bruchetta, straciatelle, anchovies, basil (available v / ve)GBP 10.00

Mussel, clam & octopus soup, sea herbs, sourdough croutonsGBP 18.00

Wild mushroom risotto, walnuts, spenwood, black truffle (v / ve)

Pork & veal meatball, tomato sauce, parsley pistou, mozzarellaGBP 12.00

Tuna tartare, salmon roe, avocado, polenta crispsGBP 14.00

HANDMADE PASTA

Oxcheek ragu, orrechiette, parsley pistou, parmesanGBP 22.00

Tomato, olive & capers, spaghettoni, spenwood, breadcrumbs (v / ve)GBP 18.00

Mussel & clams, spaghetti, garlic, red chilli, bottargaGBP 24.00

MAINS

180g fillet steak or lkg rib of beef on the bone, roscoff onion,watercress, black pepper sauce or nduja & garlic butter

Grilled octopus, 'nduja sausage, pancetta & fennel cassouletGBP 30.00

Chicken milanese, parmesan, fried capers, anchovies, green herb saladGBP 26.00

Roasted aubergine, tomato sauce, basil, mozzarella, spenwood (v / ve) 20GBP 20.00

SIDES

Endive salad, pear, cashel blue, candied walnuts (v / ve)GBP 5.00

Grilled purple-sprouting broccoli, romesco (v / ve)GBP 5.00

Creamed potato (v) or Fries (ve) GBP 5.00

Honey-glazed heritage carrots, cumin, pumpkin seeds (v / ve)GBP 6.00

(v) vegetarian | (ve) vegan | (v / ve) vegetarian dish can be adapted to vegan

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