Ruperra Arms
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About Ruperra Arms
On Caerphilly Rd in Newport, Ruperra Arms is a pub and restaurant serving real ales, wines, and a menu that runs beyond the usual pub fare into tapas-style plates such as king prawns, meatballs, and croquettes. Sunday brings a roast with beef or chicken, roast potatoes, Yorkshire pudding, gravy, and cauliflower cheese, alongside a kids menu and desserts. The bar pours draft beer, cider, and cocktails, and draws a steady crowd of locals. Seating extends across plenty of tables, making room for larger groups, and service is walk-in. A 10% service charge is added to the bill, with the option to have it removed.
Good to know
“Restaurant and gastro pub in the heart of Bassaleg village serving the highest quality produce with a selection of real ales and fine wines.”
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, parking lot, restroom
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention sunday roast, king prawns, cauliflower cheese and tapas menu.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention sunday roast, king prawns, cauliflower cheese and tapas menu.
Customer Review Summary
Sunday roast draws the most consistent praise, with reviewers repeatedly calling out tender beef, crunchy roasties, and standout cauliflower cheese, plus one diner's "out of this world" Yorkshire pudding. Close behind is the tapas menu, where king prawns, croquettes, and gyros get singled out, alongside a Sunday lamb rack and scallops from another visit. Several mention a good drinks selection, including draft beer, cider, and cocktails, and friendly, accommodating staff who found tables even without reservations. One reviewer flags a 10% service charge that felt awkward to decline after receiving the bill, and another notes service suffered slightly during a very busy sitting, though the food still held up. Multiple reviewers say they'll return, with one describing a table freed up for them during a busy period as reason enough to be glad they came.
Customer Review Summary
Sunday roast draws the most consistent praise, with reviewers repeatedly calling out tender beef, crunchy roasties, and standout cauliflower cheese, plus one diner's "out of this world" Yorkshire pudding. Close behind is the tapas menu, where king prawns, croquettes, and gyros get singled out, alongside a Sunday lamb rack and scallops from another visit. Several mention a good drinks selection, including draft beer, cider, and cocktails, and friendly, accommodating staff who found tables even without reservations. One reviewer flags a 10% service charge that felt awkward to decline after receiving the bill, and another notes service suffered slightly during a very busy sitting, though the food still held up. Multiple reviewers say they'll return, with one describing a table freed up for them during a busy period as reason enough to be glad they came.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“Visited the ruppera for food and a few drinks and what a hidden gem!!! the team sophie,amelie and taylor are fantastic warm welcoming and nothing was to much of a bother for them the food was also faultless thanks team ruperra for our lovely evening will definitely be making a visit to your wonderful establishment on a more frequent basis Very well done !!!!”
- Google user
“Lovely roast last Sunday. So much beef. We all 6 of us enjoyed the meal, pub and service. Will (hopefully) go again”
- Google user
“Absolutely stunning food. We can’t wait to come back and try more tapas. Lovely staff too :)”
- Google user
“We turned up at a busy time of day without a reservation and was given a table that was no longer needed . We had perfect attention and service throughout our stay. Food was delicious. So so glad we came upon this .”
- Google user
“Surprise to find out that they have the tapas like menu. The king prawn is excellent. Thank you for the kind service and delicious food.”
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
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- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Location
Bars near Ruperra Arms
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- Greenhouse4.42,3254.5 miReservationsWheelchair accessibleGood for kids
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- The Ship Inn Caerleon4.39314.9 miWheelchair accessible
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ruperra ArmsWheelchair accessible | 4.2483 | — | sunday roast, king prawns, cauliflower cheese |
| The John Wallace LintonWheelchair accessible | 4.01,638 | 2.5 mi | dirty uncleared tables, hair found in nachos, cold desserts long wait |
| GreenhouseReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Good for kids | 4.42,325 | 4.5 mi | sunday roast, beer garden with play area, pigs in blankets |
| The Ship Inn CaerleonWheelchair accessible | 4.3931 | 4.9 mi | sunday roast dinner, beef and lamb roast, ship burger |
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