Gwynedd
Royal Sportsman Peppino`s

Royal Sportsman Peppino`s

131 High Street, LL49 9HB, Gwynedd, United Kingdom

Full • Steak • Pasta • Welsh


"Last night, we decided to have dinner here based on the trip advisor reviews. While the food itself was undeniably delicious, our overall experience was marred by the presence of inexperienced staff and a clear sense of being taken advantage of when it came to the drinks menu. Upon arrival, we were seated, and our orders were taken. Unfortunately, our first issue arose when we had to ask for water on three separate occasions before it was finally brought to our table. To make matters worse, they only brought still water despite our request for one still and one sparkling. Another disappointing aspect was the absence of garlic bread, which was supposed to accompany our meal. I had to personally inquire about its whereabouts, only to discover that it had not been included in the order. Regrettably, it arrived after we had already finished our pasta, leading to a disjointed dining experience. To rectify their mistakes, our waitress kindly promised to remove the drinks from our bill as an apology. However, when the bill arrived, it was evident that she had only taken off the cost of the garlic bread. This discrepancy in the bill left us feeling as though we had been taken advantage of. Adding to our sense of being ripped off, the issue with the wine selection was the most shocking of all. Since we were not provided with a wine list, I simply asked for a bottle of the house red. To our surprise, when the bill arrived, we discovered that the house red wine had been charged at a staggering £33! Subsequently, when we visited the bar area, we noticed several bottles priced at £22.50. We approached the bar to question the exorbitant charge and were informed that the £33 bottle was indeed their designated house wine for meals. This experience left us feeling thoroughly disappointed and deceived. It is essential for future patrons to exercise caution and specifically ask for a wine list, as well as be explicit about their wine preferences to avoid feeling ripped off. The inconsistency in pricing and lack of transparency regarding the house wine left us questioning the integrity of their service. While the food itself was commendable, the untrained staff and the apparent overcharging for drinks tarnished what could have been an enjoyable dining experience. We hope that the restaurant takes our feedback constructively and takes steps to address these concerns to provide a better overall experience for future customers."

White Lion Royal

White Lion Royal

High Street, LL23 7AE, Gwynedd, United Kingdom

Meat • Steak • Cheese • Chicken


"Looking for a dog friendly place to eat or stay? This is the best we’ve ever seen! Parking is at the back. The White Lion, Bala has a Welcome bag of goodies for each canine visitor, plus a variety of treats and water bowls always available. The staff MUST have been chosen for their love of dogs, because every one of them interacted enthusiastically. We did not meet the Head Chef, but experienced her work at the Carvery on Sunday. I had the vegetarian option instead of a meat, which was a lovely, crusty pie with chickpeas and vegetables in a yummy gravy. For me, though, the absolute topper was the Cauliflower Cheese best I’ve ever had. Jordan was the chef for our breakfast: ‘small’ Full English was almost more than I could eat, but everything just right. Danny, front of house AND chef, was chatty, informative and helpful. Lenka, in the dining room, truly went above and beyond looking after us. Her wonderful care made our family get together a very special occasion. The rooms are modern, up to a point: very comfortable and well appointed, but individually, some are a bit quirky in a good way. It is apparent when you walk in the door that this hotel has been there a long time, and there are plenty of nooks and crannies for a quiet chat. We were very comfortable. Looking for Welsh souvenirs? Awen Meirion, just down the street (ask for directions) has lots of dragons and cards and seriously cool stuff."