
Pier House Cafe and Bistro
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Quick info
About Pier House Cafe and Bistro
Pier House Cafe and Bistro is a cafe by the pier on The Front in Beaumaris, with views across the Menai Strait. The menu is Welsh-British with a focus on seafood, and the kitchen sources ingredients locally wherever possible. Sauces and coleslaw are homemade, and the food is cooked from scratch. Breakfast includes a breakfast bowl, with a gluten free version for guests who need one. Eggs come fried, scrambled or poached, with sides of beans, baby tomato and spinach. Illy coffee is served to go with the food. Dogs are welcome here, and so are children.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree street parking · Paid parking lot · Paid street parking
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs · Kids' menu
- DietaryVegan options · Vegetarian options
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention breakfast bowl, mussels, halloumi fries and burger and loaded fries.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention breakfast bowl, mussels, halloumi fries and burger and loaded fries.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often return to the breakfast, praising the breakfast bowl and a gluten free version as freshly cooked with plenty of variety, alongside fried, scrambled and pushed eggs with beans, baby tomato and spinach. Close behind, the mussels are called fresh and full of flavour, one reviewer rates the fish and chips among the best they have had, and another describes a burger with homemade sauces, coleslaw and smoked bacon. Illy coffee, a kids' menu described as generous and tasty, and dog friendly seating also come up, and the view across the Menai Strait is a steady positive, particularly outside. Price is the main complaint. One reviewer paid for six halloumi fries and a burnt cheese and garlic ciabatta that was redone, another found a traybake overpriced, and a third waited a long time for a small bowl of frozen chips that arrived without cutlery. A few also found service slow at times. Even so, staff are mostly described as friendly, and one visitor mentions seeing no seagulls while eating outside.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often return to the breakfast, praising the breakfast bowl and a gluten free version as freshly cooked with plenty of variety, alongside fried, scrambled and pushed eggs with beans, baby tomato and spinach. Close behind, the mussels are called fresh and full of flavour, one reviewer rates the fish and chips among the best they have had, and another describes a burger with homemade sauces, coleslaw and smoked bacon. Illy coffee, a kids' menu described as generous and tasty, and dog friendly seating also come up, and the view across the Menai Strait is a steady positive, particularly outside. Price is the main complaint. One reviewer paid for six halloumi fries and a burnt cheese and garlic ciabatta that was redone, another found a traybake overpriced, and a third waited a long time for a small bowl of frozen chips that arrived without cutlery. A few also found service slow at times. Even so, staff are mostly described as friendly, and one visitor mentions seeing no seagulls while eating outside.
Featured reviews
- Charlie Pearson
“The staff were friendly and helpful. However the prices were high for what we got. We spent £6.50 on a cheese and garlic ciabatta that was burnt when we got it (although they redid it for us) and £12.50 on What turned out to be 6 halloumi fries. The salad that came with the fries was delicious. Overall we spent £29 on a coffee and a tea, halloumi fries and the garlic bread which felt like quite a lot given the quantity and quality of the food. The view was really beautiful and staff were friendly so maybe a place for a treat rather than to take a family.”
- Claudia Hetherington
“We visited Pier House Cafe and Bistro recently and while the setting is lovely and the atmosphere was pleasant, we did feel a bit underwhelmed overall. We tried a traybake which, unfortunately, felt quite overpriced for what it was and didn’t quite meet our expectations, leaving us feeling a little dissatisfied. The staff were friendly and the cafe itself is nice enough for a stop off, but based on our experience we probably wouldn’t rush back for food. It might be better suited for a drink or a quick break rather than a full treat. A bit of a mixed visit for us, hence the 3 stars.”
- William Goodwin
“The Pier House Cafe and Bistro is always one of the highlights of our trips to Anglesey. My fiancée and I make a point of coming here as a special treat whenever we’re in the area, and it never disappoints. The mussels are absolutely fantastic—fresh, full of flavour, and cooked to perfection every time. The food is consistently excellent, and the quality really stands out. The location couldn’t be better, with beautiful views across the Menai Strait creating the perfect setting for a relaxing lunch. Whether you’re sitting inside or outside, it’s a wonderful place to unwind and enjoy great food. The staff are always friendly and welcoming, and the atmosphere is warm and relaxed. If you’re visiting Beaumaris, this is an absolute must. We always look forward to coming back, and it has become a special tradition every time we visit Anglesey.”
- TANIA DEBANSI
“Great food and great location. we have been there thrive and never been disappointed with the food. one of the best fish and chips I had. kids meals are also generous and tasty.”
- Jay D
“My partner, a friend and I met up here for a much-needed catch-up, and we had a lovely visit. Sitting outside at the front was wonderful, especially on such a beautiful day, although the birds occasionally made their presence known! The service was friendly and polite throughout, though it was a little slow at times. The food was very enjoyable, well-presented, and clearly prepared with care. Overall, we had a great experience and would happily return. Being able to sit outside, relax, and enjoy the views really made the visit all the more pleasant.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“A warm friendly atmosphere awaits you, we are fully child and dog friendly. We offer a varied menu boasting Welsh-British cuisine. Specialising in seafood, we provide locally sourced, home cooked food wherever possible. Indoor and outdoor seating available, with a spectacular view of the Menai Straits. A special place to meet and eat.”
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Free street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
- Takeout
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- Dine-in
- Good for kids
- Vegan options
- Bar onsite
- Cozy
- Onsite services
- Offerings· 9
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Atmosphere· 1
- Casual
- Dining options· 8
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Accessibility· 1
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Pet-friendly· 2
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
- Highlights· 3
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Crowd· 2
- Groups
- Tourists
- Parking· 2
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Family-friendly· 2
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
- Planning· 1
- Dinner reservations recommended
Location
Cafes near Pier House Cafe and Bistro
- Lone Tree Cafe4.62559.6 mi away£10–20Outdoor seatingVegetarian optionsVegan options
lake views from balcony, dog friendly with puppochino, vegan and gluten free options
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pier House Cafe and BistroOutdoor seating · Vegetarian options · Vegan options | 4.0878 | — | £10–20 | breakfast bowl, mussels, halloumi fries |
| Lone Tree CafeOutdoor seating · Vegetarian options · Vegan options | 4.6255 | 9.6 mi away | £10–20 | lake views from balcony, dog friendly with puppochino, vegan and gluten free options |
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