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The Shed Restaurant, Swansea, Swansea

The Shed Restaurant

4.5
4.5
191 Reviews
£26 to £40
British

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2 people
8:00 pm
Booked 5 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Great for fine wines
Hiraeth; a term unique to Wales and Welsh culture, an intangible pull on the heart that conveys a deep sense of belonging, the desire to return to the place of one’s birth, to come home. For The Shed Restaurant and Executive Chef Jonathan Woolway, our place in the world is happily Swansea.
Composed along the expanse of Swansea Bay, flanked by the Gower Peninsula and Brecon Beacons, within striking distance of the fertile valleys, coastal plains and farmland of West Wales, the Waterfront City of Swansea sits at the beating heart of nature’s larder. Bounties of the season from land, sea and pasture are at our fingertips.
Our daily changing menus reflect a constant creative evolution, making use of local produce at the very place and moment of their seasonal prime. This begins in the kitchen and is realised at the table; Egalitarian, convivial and accessible to all. Full in heart and generous of spirit.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Closed Mon 12:00 pm–12:00 am Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    01792 712120
  • Website
    http://www.theshedsa1.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Jonathan Woolway
  • Private party facilities
    The Shed Private Dining Room is a perfect venue for a group dining experience of up to 22 guests. Whether it would be Family and Friends celebrating, corporate meetings or any other occasion.For more information, please contact us at reservations@theshedsa1.com where a member of our team will be in touch to discuss in further detail.
  • Location
    Kings Rd, Swansea, Swansea SA1 8PL
  • Area
    Swansea
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 191 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • South Wales

    Good for business meals

  • South Wales

    Innovative

  • South Wales

    Great for fine wines

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Shed Restaurant in Swansea offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food" and "fantastic service." Guests rave about the locally sourced ingredients and attentive staff, especially Ruby, who "strikes just the right balance" in service. The menu features standout dishes like Barnsley Chop and olive oil parfait. Despite occasional quieter atmospheres, the restaurant's quality shines through, making it a favorite for special occasions.

191 Reviews

  1. Leigh

    South Wales

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    I booked a family meal for five at The Shed Swansea, hoping for a pleasant get-together after not seeing my family for 12 months due to working away. Unfortunately, the experience was deeply disappointing. Upon being seated, we noticed the tables were wonky and had to request wedges to stabilize them—something basic that should have been addressed beforehand. We ordered from the set menu, which included a free drink. I specifically requested a non-alcoholic beverage but was initially served an alcoholic one. When I finally received the non-alcoholic drink, it tasted like dishwater—undrinkable. My partner and I ordered a meal for two, which came with mash potato. However, it was clear this was instant “smash” potato rather than fresh, and no vegetables accompanied the dish—just pie and potato. The lack of balance in the meal was disappointing, to say the least. For dessert, three of us chose the apple tart with custard, only to be served heavily burnt tarts. Adding to the frustration, each course took an excessively long time to arrive, leaving us sitting and waiting far too long between dishes. Given the premium prices this restaurant charges, the quality and service were far below expectations. It seems like this place is trying to present itself as something it is not. Sadly, what should have been a special family meal was dampened by this poor experience. I will not be returning, nor would I recommend this restaurant to others.

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  2. Huw

    London

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Best food in Swansea by a country mile Excellent service

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  3. Ena

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Interesting good food. Friendly and efficient service

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  4. John

    South Wales

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent meal. Great service. Would highly recommend

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  5. Hayley

    South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was superb all cooked fresh and so nice . Would definitely recommend and will revisit

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  6. Janice

    South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another wonderful meal. The quality is 100% I’m a vegetarian,my husband is not. We both had delicious meals and the deserts are to die for! Staff are friendly and very helpful. The Shed was beautifully decorated for Christmas,it gave a warm welcoming feeling. We had an early table-5.30pm- it was quiet,but there had been a storm! We left around 7.20pm and it was very busy.

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  7. Sharon

    West Wales

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and an interesting menu beautifully executed. Will definitely return.

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  8. Jon

    Dorset

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 29 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Can see the St John influence but food was very good, decent wine list and service very friendly. Definitely recommend

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  9. MarianneP

    Devon

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food outstanding and different. Customer service very efficient & friendly just right. It was relatively quiet but the weather was atrocious. They opened a door for us to get out of the rain quicker than using another door so very attentive. Fabulous choice of drinks & the cocktails were delicious. Perfect for a special occasion.

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  10. Andrew

    London

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The Shed is a nice place to eat. The loft style, old dockside warehouse works well as a restaurant space with lots of space and an open kitchen with smartly dressed, busy chefs offering an interesting menu. The food is very good. Our servers were both very good - efficient and pleasant to talk to.

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The Shed Restaurant is rated 4.5 stars by 191 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
8:00 pm
Booked 5 times today
Google Map for The Shed Restaurant

Kings Rd, Swansea, Swansea SA1 8PL

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Swansea
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Closed Mon 12:00 pm–12:00 am Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jonathan Woolway
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.theshedsa1.com/
  • Phone number
    01792 712120
  • Private party facilities
    The Shed Private Dining Room is a perfect venue for a group dining experience of up to 22 guests. Whether it would be Family and Friends celebrating, corporate meetings or any other occasion.For more information, please contact us at reservations@theshedsa1.com where a member of our team will be in touch to discuss in further detail.
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