
Bistrot Pierre - Mumbles Swansea
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About Bistrot Pierre - Mumbles Swansea
On Mumbles Rd in Swansea, Bistrot Pierre serves classic and seasonal French dishes across an all-day menu of 48 dishes, from a sourdough bread board and Nocellara olives to chicken liver parfait and mushrooms on toast. Seating is arranged in pods that look out over the bay, with an outdoor area also facing the water. The kitchen's recurring plates include chicken supreme, pork belly, and Gambas prawns, alongside an afternoon tea of sandwiches, scones, and dessert, with leftovers boxed to take home. The bistro is walk-in, with orders and payment handled at the counter rather than table service throughout. It opens daily, covering breakfast through evening cocktails and coffee. Parking nearby runs on a paid ticket system rather than free on-site spaces.
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Menu & Prices
48 dishes · mains £5–33- Sourdough Bread Board£4.50
- Nocellara Olives£4.50
- Ham & Cheese Croquettes£5.95
- Houmous£6.95
- Chicken Liver Parfait£8.50
- Mushrooms On Toast£8.25
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention afternoon tea, bay views, chicken supreme and pork belly.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention afternoon tea, bay views, chicken supreme and pork belly.
Customer Review Summary
The bay view from the terrace is what reviewers raise most, with several calling the sea-front setting beautiful and the outdoor seating a highlight on a sunny day. Food praise centres on afternoon tea, where a hen party and a birthday group describe prosecco on arrival and sandwiches, scones and desserts too plentiful to finish. Close behind are chicken supreme, pork belly, gambas and sourdough dipped in buttery sauce, plus a six course gastro evening with wine pairing. The recurring complaint is value and execution. Diners describe tiny, tasteless scallops, four thin slices of pork medallion, a few slices of steak with fries on the set menu, a very salty cheese starter, and a rubbery, overcooked chicken schnitzel with wilted salad. Service draws mixed comments: friendly, welcoming staff on one side, a slow wait to pay and a waitress who never returned to take a photo on the other. One Valentine's diner was left at the bar and then a long time without menus, yet the manager agreed to waive the bill and a bartender made a non-alcoholic drink unprompted.
Customer Review Summary
The bay view from the terrace is what reviewers raise most, with several calling the sea-front setting beautiful and the outdoor seating a highlight on a sunny day. Food praise centres on afternoon tea, where a hen party and a birthday group describe prosecco on arrival and sandwiches, scones and desserts too plentiful to finish. Close behind are chicken supreme, pork belly, gambas and sourdough dipped in buttery sauce, plus a six course gastro evening with wine pairing. The recurring complaint is value and execution. Diners describe tiny, tasteless scallops, four thin slices of pork medallion, a few slices of steak with fries on the set menu, a very salty cheese starter, and a rubbery, overcooked chicken schnitzel with wilted salad. Service draws mixed comments: friendly, welcoming staff on one side, a slow wait to pay and a waitress who never returned to take a photo on the other. One Valentine's diner was left at the bar and then a long time without menus, yet the manager agreed to waive the bill and a bartender made a non-alcoholic drink unprompted.
Featured reviews
- James
“Bistrot Pierre is in a fantastic location, with beautiful views across the bay that make it a lovely place to sit and relax. The setting is definitely the biggest highlight, and the staff were polite and welcoming throughout our visit. …”
- Google user
“Great spot on the sea front, very posh looking. Service was very good by the waitress and it was a lovely sunny day on the terrace. Food though on the set menu was very basic and lousy. All sounded lovely when ordering, but when it arrived it was a few slices of steak and McDonald's fries is not a good look. The cheese starters was disgustingly salty and came with the most minimal bread they could get away with. I would rather the pub across the road the White rose, much better value on food and drinks. I don't think I would return for these prices.”
- dinesh chandra
“I had a wonderful experience at Bistrot Pierre in Mumbles. The atmosphere is absolutely fantastic. The restaurant is located right by the bay, and the view from the outdoor seating area is stunning. Sitting outside, enjoying the beautiful scenery and sea breeze, made the experience even more special. The food was equally impressive: Chicken Supreme: The chicken was cooked perfectly and served with butter and a delicious sauce. It was full of flavor and very enjoyable. Pork Belly: This dish looked amazing and tasted even better. Rich, tender, and absolutely delicious. Gambas: The prawns were fresh and perfectly cooked. The sourdough was excellent, especially dipped in the buttery sauce. Chicken Normandy: Another excellent dish, full of flavor and cooked to perfection. Overall, I loved everything about this restaurant. The combination of the beautiful bay views, relaxing atmosphere, and delicious food made for a memorable dining experience. I would definitely recommend Bistrot Pierre, Mumbles to anyone looking for great food in a beautiful setting, and I'll certainly be back again. 🍽️🌊✨”
- Madeline
“What an experience! Went for afternoon tea at Bistrot Pierre for a hen party and it was a wonderful experience from beginning to end. We were greeted with prosecco and had plenty of time to chat before sitting down for tea. We had the option of tea and coffee and a spectacular assortment of sandwiches, scones, and dessert. It was too much food for us to finish so we were able to take it home in boxes for later! We were taken care of by Lily and she organised it so well, we couldn’t have asked for anything more. She was very attentive, helpful and sweet.”
- Google user
“Beautiful restaurant with an incredible view of Mumbles and the sea. Professional, friendly staff gave us a warm welcome and accommodated all our intergenerational needs! The food was high quality, fresh and full of flavour. Great atmosphere, lovey people, fantastic food. Highly recommend!”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Good to know
“Informal all-day bistro serving classic & seasonal French dishes, plus coffee & cocktails.”
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible car park · Has wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
- Vegan options
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Beer
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- Coffee
- Happy hour drinks
- Late-night food
- Private dining room
- Great dessert
- Facilities· 12
- Alcohol
- Cocktails
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
- Accessibility· 3
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Location
Restaurants near Bistrot Pierre - Mumbles Swansea
- Croeso Lounge4.41,0670 mi£10–20Outdoor seatingVegan optionsVegetarian options
rooftop terrace seating, sea and marina views, cocktails with 2 for 1 deals
- Johnnies4.64990.2 mi£10–20Good for kids
generous chip portions, crispy battered fish, haddock and chips
- ROK Mumbles4.71770.9 miWheelchair accessible
chateaubriand steak, sea and lighthouse views, buffalo fried chicken
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bistrot Pierre - Mumbles Swansea | 4.32,488 | — | £20–50 | afternoon tea, bay views, chicken supreme |
| Croeso LoungeOutdoor seating · Vegan options · Vegetarian options | 4.41,067 | 0 mi | £10–20 | rooftop terrace seating, sea and marina views, cocktails with 2 for 1 deals |
| JohnniesGood for kids | 4.6499 | 0.2 mi | £10–20 | generous chip portions, crispy battered fish, haddock and chips |
| ROK MumblesWheelchair accessible | 4.7177 | 0.9 mi | — | chateaubriand steak, sea and lighthouse views, buffalo fried chicken |
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