The Rhiwbina Tap & Cellar
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About The Rhiwbina Tap & Cellar
On Heol-Y-Deri in Rhiwbina Village, The Rhiwbina Tap & Cellar is a pub built around a rotating range of local and international beers, a notable cider, and a wine selection. A piano sits in the bar area for anyone to play. Pizza and sides come in from Snails Deli to go alongside the drinks. Seating is limited, so arriving early helps secure a table, and the pub takes walk-ins rather than bookings. Dogs are welcome throughout. The toilets are shared between customers rather than split by gender.
Good to know
- ReservationsWalk-in only
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention dog friendly, local beer selection, shared unisex toilets and limited seating.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention dog friendly, local beer selection, shared unisex toilets and limited seating.
Customer Review Summary
Local beer and cider selections draw the most praise, with several reviewers calling out a great cider and a strong local and international ale lineup, close behind a wine collection described as epic. The dog friendly, chilled out atmosphere in Rhiwbina Village comes up repeatedly, along with a piano in the bar area and, more recently, pizza and sides now available from Snails Deli. Staff are called friendly and even superb by most, with one reviewer noting a free pint offered after a mix up with a beer description, though one visitor found the welcome from some staff less than welcoming on a busy Saturday. Recurring gripes center on the unisex toilets, described by multiple reviewers as poorly kept, with one noting doors left open and another flagging a need for more frequent checks. Seating fills quickly, prompting some to suggest arriving early, and a few mention prices running high and the room getting loud.
Customer Review Summary
Local beer and cider selections draw the most praise, with several reviewers calling out a great cider and a strong local and international ale lineup, close behind a wine collection described as epic. The dog friendly, chilled out atmosphere in Rhiwbina Village comes up repeatedly, along with a piano in the bar area and, more recently, pizza and sides now available from Snails Deli. Staff are called friendly and even superb by most, with one reviewer noting a free pint offered after a mix up with a beer description, though one visitor found the welcome from some staff less than welcoming on a busy Saturday. Recurring gripes center on the unisex toilets, described by multiple reviewers as poorly kept, with one noting doors left open and another flagging a need for more frequent checks. Seating fills quickly, prompting some to suggest arriving early, and a few mention prices running high and the room getting loud.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“Nice selection of beer, good local place to pop in for a pint. Recommended”
- Google user
“I popped into the Rhiwbina Tap recently on a Saturday evening for a quick pint. They do a great Cider there. It was a busy evening but the welcome from some of the staff was less than welcoming. If you work in the hospitality industry you need to treat your customers well, politely even, otherwise they'll go elsewhere.”
- Google user
“Didn't eat, but sampled some local ales. Good selection of local and international beers. There is a piano in the bar area which the public can use.”
- Google user
“Lovely little bar to enjoy a few drinks with friends and family. Seating is limited to make sure you arrive early to ensure a table! Prices are a little high, but the beer and wine are good nonetheless! Staff were very pleasant and even gave us a free pint of beer after a mix up with the beer descriptions on the wall.”
- Google user
“Lovely little bar, great choices of drinks that you won't find elsewhere. Staff are superb as well - would thoroughly recommend even if just popping in for one drink!”
Location
Bars near The Rhiwbina Tap & Cellar
- The Heathcock4.56681.9 miReservationsOutdoor seatingGood for kids
sunday roast, tasting menu, dietary and allergen accommodations
- Blackweir Tavern Cardiff4.36582.2 miWheelchair accessible
pool tables, beer garden, juicy burgers
- Fagins Taffswell4.62793.1 miWheelchair accessible
sunday roast, dog friendly, real ales
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rhiwbina Tap & Cellar | 4.6104 | — | dog friendly, local beer selection, shared unisex toilets |
| The HeathcockReservations · Outdoor seating · Good for kids | 4.5668 | 1.9 mi | sunday roast, tasting menu, dietary and allergen accommodations |
| Blackweir Tavern CardiffWheelchair accessible | 4.3658 | 2.2 mi | pool tables, beer garden, juicy burgers |
| Fagins TaffswellWheelchair accessible | 4.6279 | 3.1 mi | sunday roast, dog friendly, real ales |
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