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About The Rising Sun Inn
Set on Cwmavon Rd in Pontypool, The Rising Sun Inn is a family-run traditional pub where clocks form part of the decor. Drinks include a selection of real ale, along with other options on tap, so the bar gives beer drinkers a choice of pours. A Sunday roast is served, and it must be booked in advance, so anyone planning to eat it reserves a table ahead of the day. The pub opens daily, which leaves every day of the week open for a visit.
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention large beer garden, sunday roast, real ale selection and clock decor.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention large beer garden, sunday roast, real ale selection and clock decor.
Customer Review Summary
The beer garden is the most frequent draw, described as large, stunning and fantastic for families, with reviewers also pointing to great views. Close behind is the traditional, family run feel, with a good selection of real ale and a great selection on tap. Food gets mixed mentions: one diner praises the soup of the day, curry and lasagne, another calls a Sunday roast one of the best they have had and says booking in advance is needed, and a third raves about the chicken chow mein, ribs and crispy beef. Reviewers also mention the clock decor. The main complaint is slow service. One family reports waiting over 25 minutes to be served, then over an hour for starters and another stretch for mains, with staff citing a sick call and offering a few chips as an apology. A party of 20 says the food was slow and the place is very small, though it suits smaller groups. One reviewer says the starter was basic, with no salad or butter.
Customer Review Summary
The beer garden is the most frequent draw, described as large, stunning and fantastic for families, with reviewers also pointing to great views. Close behind is the traditional, family run feel, with a good selection of real ale and a great selection on tap. Food gets mixed mentions: one diner praises the soup of the day, curry and lasagne, another calls a Sunday roast one of the best they have had and says booking in advance is needed, and a third raves about the chicken chow mein, ribs and crispy beef. Reviewers also mention the clock decor. The main complaint is slow service. One family reports waiting over 25 minutes to be served, then over an hour for starters and another stretch for mains, with staff citing a sick call and offering a few chips as an apology. A party of 20 says the food was slow and the place is very small, though it suits smaller groups. One reviewer says the starter was basic, with no salad or butter.
Featured reviews
- Ale Pow
“Wow this hidden gem This is the best Chinese in torfaen Late call to pick up The chicken chow main is out the best I’ve ever had The ribs fresh so tasty The chips and curry sauce amazing The crispy beef is the best we have had Totally amazing this food is amazing good portions Service is brilliant a 5 star ⭐️ from me I’m fussy”
- Beth Knight
“Fantastic pub with a lovely large beer garden. Great selection on tap.”
- Tony Payne
“A Lovely family friendly traditional pub, with a large beer garden and great veiws”
- Jonathan Broderick
“Good food and service and full pub for cold drinks”
- Mia Calloway
“What a vibe, as a clock enthusiast I was in my element. Took me back in ‘time’ to when I was a little girl visiting my nan. The decor was timeless, as a postie my favourite clock is in a small cabinet bottom shelf to the right, you will know which one I’m talking about 😉”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Good to know
- AccessibilityWheelchair-accessible car park · Wheelchair-accessible entrance · Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Amenities
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
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- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Location
Bars near The Rising Sun Inn
- The Open Hearth4.41,0173.8 mi£10–20ReservationsWheelchair accessibleOutdoor seating
canal-side beer garden, dog-friendly bar, steak dishes
- The Coliseum3.91,7986.5 mi away
breakfast muffin deal, cheap pints of cider, converted old cinema building
- Greenhouse4.42,3567.3 mi away£10–20Wheelchair accessible
sunday roast, beer garden with play area, pigs in blankets
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Rising Sun Inn | 4.4278 | — | — | large beer garden, sunday roast, real ale selection |
| The Open HearthReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.41,017 | 3.8 mi | £10–20 | canal-side beer garden, dog-friendly bar, steak dishes |
| The Coliseum | 3.91,798 | 6.5 mi away | — | breakfast muffin deal, cheap pints of cider, converted old cinema building |
| GreenhouseWheelchair accessible | 4.42,356 | 7.3 mi away | £10–20 | sunday roast, beer garden with play area, pigs in blankets |
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