The Bute Arms - Menu

David Italian Dining Experience

➤ 53/54 Cardiff Street, CF44 7DG, Rhondda Cynon Taf, United Kingdom

Pasta • Steak • Pizza • Italian

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"This restaurant has changed ownership and is now known as Billa's. We booked a table here on Saturday evening, when we arrived the outside seating area had been overbooked so we were sat inside the restaurant this is currently not allowed under Wales' guidlelines, and to be honest I wish we had just walked out at that point, there ended up being 15 people seated inside. I genuinely felt so sorry for the 3 staff working there that evening, there was no manager in sight to help them serve customers both inside and outside, and they were running around like headless chickens receiving multiple complaints from every table inside about slow service, order mix ups etc they clearly had no table plan for inside (since we were seated last minute) and as a result the wrong food was given to the wrong tables. One couple got up and left before their food was served. We waited 45 minutes for our drinks, which arrived after our starters. Again, I want to stress that I do not blame the three staff at all, the blame lies fully with the non existent management who overbooked the restaurant and left them to deal with the mess. My partner ordered a calzone, and when this was served it was completely raw on the inside, he sent it back and asked for carbonara instead as this was quicker to cook. The food overall did not live up to the standards of the previous owner. Finally, when it came to paying the bill, the calzone was still on it, when the staff had said they would remove it for us. My partner went to the bar so this could be corrected, and the owner spoke to the staff member who was re doing the bill, he told her to charge us for the carbonara that was a replacement for the raw calzone some people may disagree, but I believe that if you are served RAW food at a restaurant or take away etc, then that meal should be replaced free of charge! In total we wasted £59 on a subpar meal. I am thoroughly disappointed in Billa's, it has clearly gone down hill since the change of ownership, and I shall not be eating here again and will tell others to steer clear. It's such a shame as Aberdare itself has so few restaurants open."

The Gadlys Arms

➤ 26 Bridge Street, Aberdare I-CF44 8EU, United Kingdom

Cafés • Sushi • Seafood • Asiatic

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"it has come to the owners attentiveness that it is rumoured that the pub is closed and sold, the owners want to assure everyone that this is not the case and that the pub is closed only on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons and open to business as usual, many thanks"

Glancynon Inn

➤ Swansea Road, Aberdare I-CF44 9PE, United Kingdom

Pub • Welsh • Vegan • British

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"Having been a regular at the Glancynon in its heyday I think it's fair to say that the Glan is back. We've popped in on the last two weekends and have been served very high quality food and drink. A great pub and restaurant which is again serving its local community and beyond. Anyone thinking of popping in, I'd encourage you to do so and I'm guessing there'll soon be a waiting list just like the good old days! Well done to the new team at the Glan see you soon!!"

Peppers Aberdare

➤ 27 Canon Street, CF44 7AP, Aberdare, United Kingdom

Kebab • Sushi • European • Vegetarian

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"Myself and my husband have just walked out of here! We sat down for 25mins and never got served. I heard them say there was only 2 girls serving today, however one looked at us numerous times though never acknowledged us. The other girl didn't even look at us. In the meantime, the restaurant filled up with people. A couple sat down on the table… More"

Billa's Italian Restaurant And Bar

➤ Poundstretcher, 56 Cardiff Street, Aberdare, CF44 7, United Kingdom

Pizza • Mexican • European • Fast Food

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"Having visited Billas several times over recent months we've yet again had a beautiful meal this evening. As it was a warm evening we opted to sit outside which was a welcome change. We were greeted and served by Chris who was very attentive and friendly, after telling us about their new range of cocktails my partner opted to try the Pina Colada (and loved it! . We decided to skip starters and jump straight into the mains, we had the Penne Amatriciana and the Risotto Funghi, both of which were delicious, as well as some sides to share (The potatoes are delicious . We always feel very welcome and well looked after at Billas, we've left with full bellies and a smile on our faces and wouldn't hesitate to recommend Billas to friends and family. Thanks!"