
Cherry Laurel
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About Cherry Laurel
Cherry Laurel is a pub on Kingsway near Bridgend, open daily on a walk-in basis. The menu runs through familiar pub grub, with a kids menu offered alongside the adult choices. Children's meals are often brought to the table first when larger parties book together, and table service carries food and drinks out to every table rather than a counter pickup. Groups can also reserve ahead of time, including online, for occasions such as birthday gatherings. Dogs are welcome inside, and the walls carry dog-themed pictures throughout the room.
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention large group bookings, quick food service and dog-friendly venue.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention large group bookings, quick food service and dog-friendly venue.
Customer Review Summary
Families and larger groups return most often for the pub grub itself, with reviewers praising quick, well-cooked meals even for big bookings, one group of 22 and another of 9 celebrating a birthday with a cake stored behind the bar. Close behind is the staff, repeatedly singled out by role and by name for going out of their way, toasting an extra bun that wasn't part of a meal, greeting walk-ins warmly, and hosting a paint and sip evening guests enjoyed. Families also mention the park, darts, and pool keeping children entertained for hours. One longtime customer noted the menu had been reduced from what it used to offer, though this didn't spoil the visit, and another mentioned a hot kitchen causing a manageable delay during a busy birthday sitting. Several describe booking online as quick and easy, and reviewers consistently say they'll be returning.
Customer Review Summary
Families and larger groups return most often for the pub grub itself, with reviewers praising quick, well-cooked meals even for big bookings, one group of 22 and another of 9 celebrating a birthday with a cake stored behind the bar. Close behind is the staff, repeatedly singled out by role and by name for going out of their way, toasting an extra bun that wasn't part of a meal, greeting walk-ins warmly, and hosting a paint and sip evening guests enjoyed. Families also mention the park, darts, and pool keeping children entertained for hours. One longtime customer noted the menu had been reduced from what it used to offer, though this didn't spoil the visit, and another mentioned a hot kitchen causing a manageable delay during a busy birthday sitting. Several describe booking online as quick and easy, and reviewers consistently say they'll be returning.
Featured reviews
- Stephen Moore
“Booked online for a group of 8, and it’s so easy and quick. When we arrived we were shown to our table. All the staff were very pleasant. There were a few items not available but that did not detract from our experience, All of us enjoyed our food and the service and the price was surprisingly reasonable considering we eat out in at our home in Surrey where we would have paid considerably more.”
- Rose White
“We had an amazing time at the Tipsy Kahlo paint & sip at The Cherry Laurel tonight! Wiki was an amazing host, we would love to come again!!”
- Ally Adam
“Came in as a walk-in family of 6 the lady who greeted us Michelle was so welcoming and lovely. She went above and beyond to make sure our dining experience was top notch. Sat down had some food, it was so good. 6 very happy, very full guests.”
- Peter Sherry
“Lovely evening spent here with friends, even thought they had just taken an order for 22 (birthday group) they advised maybe a delay as it was also so hot in the kitchen, the food was great and wait wasn’t excessive. We will definitely be returning!”
- Marianne Paterson
“Great meal tonight. Chef Morgan absolutely fantastic and can't do enough. Insisted on toasting a bun for us when we hadnt realised it wasnt included with our meal. That was our fault but he insisted on providing one anyway! Danny who was waiting was quick polite and very attentive. El at the bar was very efficient, friendly and helpful too. What a team! Can't wait to come back.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
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- Saturday
- Sunday
Good to know
“Beautifully planted close to Bridgend is The Cherry Laurel. We’ve made this a cosy, welcoming, child-friendly pub. We can see it becoming a firm favourite for those of you who love your food and ales, with tonnes of great choice. All those usual pub grub favourites are here. So eating out here won’t just be a rare treat but a regular occurrence. We look forward to seeing you soon.”
- ReservationsWalk-in only
Location
Bars near Cherry Laurel
- Royal Oak4.5703.2 mi
sunday roast dinners, roast beef with trimmings, takeaway roast delivery
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cherry Laurel | 4.03,382 | — | large group bookings, quick food service, dog-friendly venue |
| Royal Oak | 4.570 | 3.2 mi | sunday roast dinners, roast beef with trimmings, takeaway roast delivery |
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