One of the oldest pubs in Cardiff. Renamed from the Cottage to the Cardiff Cottage in 1863.
A Traditional Real Ale House specialising in our own Homemade meals incorporating Genuine Welsh Ale.
When you’re looking for somewhere to eat, meet or sleep, in the city, by the sea or tucked in the wonderful Welsh countryside, there are over 200 Brains pubs, inns and hotels to choose from.
With over 100 years of experience crafting delicious beers our master brewers have perfected the art of ale; our beers include the favourite classic range, the beloved Rev. James trilogy, the experimental flavoured Craft Brewery beers and the ever changing seasonal range.
From the cellar to the stove, and everywhere in between, the Brains family welcomes bright people who want to get out what they put in. So if you’re looking for a pub to run, one to work in, or tenant and corporate opportunities, take a look.
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Nice, clean place city centre pub, olde worlde atmosphere, warm and not loud as ceilings are low.
Really nice traditional pub. I haven't been here since it was reopened, but I was pleasantly surprised at the refurbishment. Still had its character inside and out. We just shared a bottle of white wine, which we thought was expensive at £30 but I guess that's Cardiff prices. Probably my favourite Cardiff pub.
Great Guinness. The bar was quite busy but it was still an excellent two part pour. The person serving me quite rightly took another order whilst waiting for the first part to settle. The glass was very clean as well. Had a couple of pints, both poured by different people, and both were very good.
Great pub or as they would (could?) say in the old days, a proper boozer!
Brilliant!!! It’s back and better than before. Brains SA and Dark + 2 others. Reopened to the public 06 Oct 2023, support your local!
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Opening Times
Mon | 09:00 – 23:00 |
Tue | 09:00 – 23:00 |
Wed | 09:00 – 23:00 |
Thur | 09:00 – 23:00 |
Fri | 09:00 – 00:00 |
Sat | 09:00 – 00:00 |
Sun | 09:00 – 22:30 |
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Food Times
Mon | 09:00 – 22:00 |
Tue | 09:00 – 22:00 |
Wed | 09:00 – 22:00 |
Thur | 09:00 – 22:00 |
Fri | 09:00 – 22:00 |
Sat | 09:00 – 22:00 |
Sun | 09:00 – 22:00 |
Cardiff, South Glamorgan, CF10
Cardiff hospitality emporium serving local ales & continental beers, locally sourced food, premium spirits & cocktails, live music & areas for private parties.
Cardiff, South Glamorgan, CF10
Cardiff, South Glamorgan, CF10
Voted 'Best Entertainment Pub' in The West Midlands & Wales 2014 from the British pub awards brewhouse has come a long way from an idea to a reality.