
Ormo Lounge
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About Ormo Lounge
On Gloddaeth St in Llandudno, Ormo Lounge is a restaurant set inside a building styled after the old station, with stained glass windows and period features throughout. The menu runs to tapas, ordered as a trio or in larger sets, alongside smash burgers and milkshakes, with separate vegan and gluten free menus available. Drinks are served at the bar, with a self-service element for some orders. Dogs are welcome, and they turn up in the dining area alongside other customers. Tables can run into a wait during busy periods, so the room fills across the day rather than at one fixed sitting. The overall setup covers food and drink from morning through evening in the same space.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree street parking · Paid parking lot · Paid street parking
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, restroom, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs · Kids' menu
- DietaryVegan options · Vegetarian options
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention bacon (often overcooked), tapas dishes, milkshakes and smash burger.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention bacon (often overcooked), tapas dishes, milkshakes and smash burger.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers repeatedly single out the decor, the old station and Vivienne Westwood-like interior with stained glass and quirky touches, as the strongest draw, with tapas platters and the Smashed Avocado Brunch also drawing praise, alongside dishes like the Mediterranean Grill's harissa chicken and paprika prawn. Several note the separate vegan and gluten-free menus and dog-friendly seating. Service is described inconsistently: some found staff considerate and efficient, while others report long waits, including one diner left unattended for ten minutes at the entrance and another who waited 35 minutes for food that arrived merely average. Food execution also varies, with complaints of chewy, dry chicken tenders and watery slaw, a smash burger's bacon cooked to the point of being "cremated," and overly flattened patties. A couple of reviewers mention poor acoustics with children and dogs present, and one notes unreliable WiFi and mobile signal affecting online ordering. The visit ending with a full vegan and gluten-free menu accommodating allergies impressed at least one diner.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers repeatedly single out the decor, the old station and Vivienne Westwood-like interior with stained glass and quirky touches, as the strongest draw, with tapas platters and the Smashed Avocado Brunch also drawing praise, alongside dishes like the Mediterranean Grill's harissa chicken and paprika prawn. Several note the separate vegan and gluten-free menus and dog-friendly seating. Service is described inconsistently: some found staff considerate and efficient, while others report long waits, including one diner left unattended for ten minutes at the entrance and another who waited 35 minutes for food that arrived merely average. Food execution also varies, with complaints of chewy, dry chicken tenders and watery slaw, a smash burger's bacon cooked to the point of being "cremated," and overly flattened patties. A couple of reviewers mention poor acoustics with children and dogs present, and one notes unreliable WiFi and mobile signal affecting online ordering. The visit ending with a full vegan and gluten-free menu accommodating allergies impressed at least one diner.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“Ormo Lounge in Llandudno is located right by the Pier, in a really pretty building, combining the usual Loungers vibe with a nod to the old building and its’ history with the writing on the walls and the stained glass windows, I visited here for coffee and had a nice time, despite being very busy, the service was fast and my Iced French Vanilla Latte was made to a good standard, with friendly staff. I did notice the mobile signal and WiFi were pretty inconsistent here; the WiFi kept dropping in and out, and it was also in a rough spot for mobile data, which also led to issues using the online ordering and payment system, which wouldn’t work for me, so I had to order my drink at the bar. Overall, this is a pretty good Lounge. I like the location and the interior; the speed of service, even during busier periods, is also great. Even though I just ordered a drink, I was impressed.”
- Google user
“Really enjoyed our visit to Ormo Lounge! 🍜✨ The food was flavourful, beautifully presented and had plenty of vegetarian choices. A big plus was the separate vegan and gluten-free menus. The atmosphere was fantastic, while drinks are more of a self-service experience and the service could be slightly more attentive. Overall, a great dining experience!”
- Google user
“Had a Mediterranean Grill in this beautiful rwstaurant today. Food brilliant, succulent harissa chicken, Lamb kofta and paprika prawn all cooked to perfection. Crisp paprika fries, flatbread rocket salad and mint yoghurt. Bursting with flavour. Really quirky, grand and very comfortable restaurant with a great vibe. Thoroughly recommend.”
- Google user
“I’m a pretty positive reviewer but this was a disappointment. I was drawn in by the glowing interior decor which is the one thing that didn’t disappoint. But from there on in it was down hill. First 10 minutes were spent waiting alone at the entrance before being greeted which had me almost walking away, whilst reading google reviews about their inattentive staff. Then the food. The chicken tenders were not tender but chewy, dry, luke warm and obviously not fried freshly for me. The sweet potato fries were cool to the touch and limp, and the house slaw was watery and soft. I rarely leave food on my plate but tonight that happened. Were I not very hungry and non-confrontational (or asked how my meal was) I would have said something about this. As it was, for £20 with a drink it was disappointing and unfortunate given the wonderful decor.”
- Google user
“I had a bit of a mixed experience here. On the positive side, the restaurant itself is beautiful, boasting gorgeous, thoughtful decorations that create a chic and upscale atmosphere. The front-of-house team is also fantastic—the staff are incredibly nice, thoughtful, and professional, making us feel genuinely welcome. However, there was a major downside to our visit: the speed of the kitchen. We had to wait 35 minutes from the time we ordered for our food to arrive. This felt far too long, especially considering the restaurant wasn't very busy when we were there. When the food did finally arrive, it was just standard level. Everything tasted perfectly fine and was cooked properly, but it lacked any real "wow" factor. It’s a shame, because the lovely decor and wonderful service are let down by a slow kitchen producing fairly average dishes.”
Highlights
“Our Lounge is a home from home, offering delicious food and drinks, all day, on your doorstep. We exist to bring people together and our unique atmosphere changes hour by hour with each new wave of customers. We are proud of our Lounge and its community and our aim is simple: every customer leaves happy. If you'd like to have a closer look at our food and drinks range, see our menus - we even have our very own gluten free and vegan menu. We have board games for big and small guests, toys for the really wee ones, and even refreshment for our canine guests. Old or young, big or small - just pop along and we'll look after you!”
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Free street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
- Delivery
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- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Good for kids
- Vegan options
- Bar onsite
- Cozy
- Offerings· 11
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Pet-friendly· 2
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
- Service options· 1
- Onsite services
- Dining options· 8
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Crowd· 2
- Groups
- Tourists
- Parking· 2
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Highlights· 6
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Atmosphere· 2
- Casual
- Trendy
- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Family-friendly· 2
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Location
Restaurants near Ormo Lounge
- Home Cookin'4.61,8250.1 mi
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- White Tower4.58390.2 mi£20–30Outdoor seatingVegan optionsVegetarian options
generous portion sizes, garlic mushrooms, slow cook beef
- 0.9 mi£20–30Good for kidsReservations
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ormo LoungeOutdoor seating · Vegan options · Vegetarian options | 4.31,182 | — | £10–20 | bacon (often overcooked), tapas dishes, milkshakes |
| Home Cookin' | 4.61,825 | 0.1 mi | — | roast dinner, fish and chips, sea bass |
| White TowerOutdoor seating · Vegan options · Vegetarian options | 4.5839 | 0.2 mi | £20–30 | generous portion sizes, garlic mushrooms, slow cook beef |
| Mamma Rosa Restaurant & BarGood for kids · Reservations | 4.6522 | 0.9 mi | £20–30 | kottu, watalappan dessert, fish cutlet |
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