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Welcome to The Wain-Y-Clare
The Wain-Y-Clare, nestled in the scenic surroundings of Penperlleni, Pontypool, offers a delightful dining experience that combines delectable food with a welcoming atmosphere. Renowned for its tapas, like garlic king prawns and creamy mushroom dishes, the menu boasts options suitable for every taste, including indulgent special burgers. Families are particularly catered to with an inviting children's play area, ensuring fun for the little ones while parents relax. Customers have praised the outstanding service and vibrant ambiance, making The Wain-Y-Clare a perfect spot for both leisurely lunches and celebratory dinners. It's truly a treasure worth visiting!
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About
The Wain-Y-Clare
Welcome to The Wain-Y-Clare, a charming culinary gem located on Usk Rd in the picturesque village of Penperlleni, Pontypool. This delightful establishment captures the essence of warm hospitality and offers a menu that is as diverse as it is delectable.
Upon entering, you’re greeted by a vibrant atmosphere, often buzzing with the cheerful chatter of satisfied diners. From the plethora of positive reviews, it's clear that this pub stands out not only for its inviting ambiance but also for its exquisite cuisine.
One cannot overlook the rave reviews for the Tapas starters, featuring a tantalizing mix of garlic king prawns, creamy garlic mushrooms, and meatballs in a rich tomato sauce. Diners have noted how each component is bursting with flavor, making it the perfect way to start an unforgettable meal.
For the main course, guests have relished the special burger topped with peanut butter and jelly—a creative twist that has left many pleasantly surprised. The lamb Sunday roast has also garnered praise for being mouth-watering, complemented beautifully by the high-quality service that is consistently highlighted in customer feedback.
Adding to the family-friendly vibe, The Wain-Y-Clare features an exceptional children's play area. Parents can unwind with a refreshing drink, knowing their little ones are amused and engaged. As one satisfied parent put it, it’s perhaps the best playground around, making it an ideal spot for families to bond over good food and fun.
But it’s not just the dishes that shine here; the staff’s remarkable dedication to service is evident in every interaction. Many patrons, like Tony Davies, have expressed their admiration for how the team creates a welcoming environment that encourages repeated visits.
So whether you’re indulging in savory tapas, enjoying a hearty Sunday roast, or sipping a drink in the sunny garden, The Wain-Y-Clare offers a delightful experience that caters to both the palate and the spirit. If you’re seeking good food and a wonderful family atmosphere in Pontypool, this is a destination you won’t want to miss.
People talk
Our Guestbook
“ We had the Tapas starter’s a mixture of garlic king prawns creamy garlic mushroom and meatballs in a tomato sauce it was very very tasty, I had a special burger it was delicious with PB and Jelly ”
“ Visted on Easter Sunday, when we arrived it was quite busy which is always a good sign, but didn't have to wait very long to be served, myself and partner had the lamb Sunday roast and little ones had the child's fajitas, all food was delicious and service was outstanding, and to top it off possibly the best child's playground around! The children spent a good hour playing here whilst myself and partner enjoyed 1 or 2 drinks in the sun! Will definitely be visiting again soon! ”
“ Lovely food. A bit too spicy for me but that is a personal thing. Give them a chance worth is . 40 for 2 with drinks, not bad in deed ”
“ This pub it's amazing. The food is fantastic, the staff are amazing, I was there three weeks ago with my family and that was amazing so had to go again and will do again. Great play area for children and families to be together. Thank you wain y clare ”
“ Lovely garden, kids play area , the staff are really nice and the food is good ”
“ Don’t know what has happened here haven’t been for a while but the food is even better than it was. We had a Sunday lunch vegetarian nut roast and it was stunning we only used to get a quorn fillet which was ok. Thank you for the great service at the table as well very friendly and helpful can’t fault it overall we are one very happy family having pop in on the off chance see you all soon. ”
“ Tried this after many years of not going here and heard good things. Very good service, friendly and food was tasty. ”
“ Nice beer garden with decent play park for kids and a good amount of outdoor seating. Good selection of drinks and a solid menu and reasonably good value. Service is always helpful as well. ”