Phone: +442920372582,+442921303755
Address: 18-19 Church Street, CF10 1BG, Cardiff, United Kingdom
City: Cardiff
Dishes: 6
Reviews: 4782
"I frequently do pub quizzes in Cardiff, and had wanted to try the Head of Steam 's quiz for a while. Me and my friends found the quiz reasonably challenging, and did not think we stood a chance of winning given how much we 'd struggled. To our shock, it turned out that our 18/35 was the winning score. Even more to our shock, we were immediately disqualified for supposedly having cheated with our phones. Even though we all offered to show the quizmaster our phone histories to prove that we hadn 't cheated, he refused to even look at them. He then explained that he had clear that phones weren 't allowed. I responded that whilst it is very common for quizmasters to say 'no phones allowed ', this is virtually always understood as meaning 'don 't use google ', not that looking at your phone for any purpose is banned, as if we were GCSE students at high school. As I say, I have been at many pub quizzes, and occasionally do check my phone for football scores and to respond to texts etc. This has never been picked up on because it something incredibly common that I always see people do at quizzes. It is worth adding that there is no way the quizmaster could ever hope to enforce this rule, as his seat in the corner of the pub (right next to our party) would not have allowed him to see whether almost any of the other teams were looking at their phones. At the end of the day, it was hard not to be extremely unimpressed with the quizmaster. Not only for the fact that he never made clear that holding your phone (for whatever reason) would lead to automatic disqualification, or for the fact that he allowed us to waste our time completing the quiz despite having clearly decided that we should be disqualified. What was most unimpressive was his refusal to be proven wrong, as he would not look at our phone history as offered. If you are going to have such a ludicrously strict rule, which you could only hope to enforce with regards to less than a quarter of participants, at the very least you should let those you suspect of cheating know that they will be disqualified if they are seen on their phones once again. I have been doing pub quizzes for years, and have never cheated; being accused of having done so leaves an incredibly bitter taste. Simply put, this is defamation of character."
Menu - 6 options
All prices are estimates.
Gyros
A traditional Greek dish with seasoned meat, fresh vegetables, and tangy tzatziki sauce, all wrapped in warm pita bread.
Wings
Crispy chicken wings, tossed in your choice of sauce, served with celery sticks and blue cheese dressing.
Nachos
Crispy tortilla chips topped with melted cheese, jalapeños, and fresh salsa.
Fried Chicken
Crispy, golden fried chicken with juicy, tender meat inside, seasoned to perfection for mouthwatering flavor.
Chicken Burger
Grilled chicken breast, lettuce, tomato, and mayo on a toasted bun. Deliciously satisfying and perfect for any meal.
Anthony
Great night in The Head of Steam, staff were really friendly and the music courtesy of Liam was a great mix
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Gavin
We had a great experience here, so quick even though it was so busy! Service with a smile cannot thank Holly enough!
ShunnyEdwards
Fantastic choice of beers. Friendly and helpful staff who know their beers can’t do enough for you. Best place in Cardiff
Toby
Amazing venue, fab selection of drinks and good menu. Spent few hours there for my friends hen weekend. Bar staff friendly
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Lovely selection just a pity they still haven't mastered pouring a full pint ! especially considering the price fantstic location.
Zzpluralapha
Staff are always friendly, Always a decent choice of cider for the non beer drinkers Food always good Never seen a fight, argument or people having a bad time. Works as a date location, drinks with friends, food with family or unofficial work dos
Sofia
Great selection of beers, we even were able to try a few different ones before we ordered! Lovely people working (bar one older man who was a little hostile when I mentioned my industry discount). Food was lovely, great portion sizes!! Will deffo be back
Chunky
The staff in Head of Steam Cardiff went above and beyond in ensuring that my corporate event ran seamlessly. From their proactive communication ahead of time and attentive staff to great food and accommodating atmosphere, their efforts made the event a resounding success!
mootiemeister
Im sure the staff and the food are very nice but the ambience of the place is terrible. The seating benches had ripped/ torn shabby covers, the tables were sticky and horrible, the music was far too loud and unpleasant, the toilets were disgusting and overall the place is shabby. It's the sort of pub you visit when there's either nowhere else nearby or you're too drunk to notice where you are. On the plus side there is a huge selection of drinks. For gods sake have a refurb and sort out those rotten toilets.
Sasha
I frequently do pub quizzes in Cardiff, and had wanted to try the Head of Steam 's quiz for a while. Me and my friends found the quiz reasonably challenging, and did not think we stood a chance of winning given how much we 'd struggled. To our shock, it turned out that our 18/35 was the winning score. Even more to our shock, we were immediately disqualified for supposedly having cheated with our phones. Even though we all offered to show the quizmaster our phone histories to prove that we hadn 't cheated, he refused to even look at them. He then explained that he had clear that phones weren 't allowed. I responded that whilst it is very common for quizmasters to say 'no phones allowed ', thi...
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Pub Enjoy a lively atmosphere with our classic pub favorites. From hearty burgers and fish 'n' chips to savory pies and craft brews, our menu promises a cozy experience ideal for unwinding with friends.
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Steak Savor prime cuts of juicy, tender steaks, expertly grilled to perfection. Each bite offers a burst of flavor, served with classic sides and delectable sauces to enhance your dining experience.
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British Traditional and hearty, the British menu offers comfort classics like fish and chips, succulent roasts, and savory pies. Rediscover familiar favorites, lovingly crafted with timeless recipes and fresh, local ingredients.
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Burgers Juicy, flavorful burgers crafted with premium ingredients, from classic beef to unique vegetarian options, all served with fresh toppings and a choice of hand-cut fries or a crisp salad.
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