To whoever is reading this I would urge you to proceed with caution before selecting this establishment. Following my excursion there yesterday I have been left shaken to the core to discover that my entire education has been based on a lie and indeed I am now wondering if I know anything at all. I am a reasonably intelligent and not unattractive man in my later forties however I felt secure enough to engage in a public mingle at a time when predominantly the other patrons would be both younger and considerably more attractive and I. You see I wasn't out looking for any shenanigans and certainly as a married man committed to my wife I am utterly confident I would be able to withstand all but the most strident of amorous females who, upon sensing my maturity, might be given to fling themselves towards my spindly arms. It was with this intention that myself and another fellow, slightly older but equally confident decided we would rather like to partake of some light lunch. In complete confidence we entered your establishment and, if truth be told it was somewhat exhilarating to draw upon our memories of youthful exuberance and, dare I say it drunken frivolity, but, we were there for lunch and lunch we attempted to order. At this point we were feeling mightily cheerful and had even exchanged some light hearted humorous comments with each other reminiscent of days gone by but sadly our joy was cut short. I had carefully made our selection based upon our current hunger levels as well as being aware that we should best avoid anything to heavy or indeed spicy, I'm sure you can agree that nobody wishes to be struck down with flatulence of an afternoon and so we made our choices carefully. Now then, Can you imagine what it feels like to be told that the table that you have selected, and is within line of sight of the bar does not exist. Perplexed was I and indeed my companion, a fellow who has resided within this city his entire life and is scrupulously familiar with it's establishments. How was it that this visibly present table didn't exist and the number, for the table did not exist either. At this point I feared an attack of early onset dementia and rushed to check the information I had provided the young lady, but the information was correct, indeed an affable gentleman sat next to us confirmed it himself. Thrice did I attempt to place an order for lunch and yet no, it seems that this table, as well as being stated to be non existent was said that it could only be upstairs. Our afternoon lunch, impossible, the table at which we were seated deemed non existent, we were left, saddened and somewhat worrying for our mental state, a state that became increasingly fragile when we stepped outside into the swirling crowds of youth who were all bedecked in sporting attire and shouting strongly worded slogans affiliated to their sporting allegiance.

Absolutely awful food hygiene, ordered a pizza and a drink, the ice in the drink had dirt frozen into it, and the pizza was cold and had rice spilled on it. Definitely not a good sign for the hygiene standards in the kitchen. Lots of much nicer places to eat at similar prices in Cardiff

I've had good experiences here before, but in my last visit it was awful. The drinks took ages to arrive (over 20 minutes). The food took 50 minutes to be served, and was a disappointment when it finally was. I had the chicken with cheese and bbq sauce on and the chicken felt and tasted like rubber, a server later annoying that it was microwaved when we complained. The mixed grill had meat that you couldn't even identify, one slice being so hard it couldn't be cut or snapped in half. The rest of the food was cold. After complaining and the staff agreeing that the standard was poor, we were given the excuse they were busy. Offered a free desert, but didn't want to chance it with how bad the meals were. No other compensation provided.

Great pint great food fab price. Nice friendly staff! Thank you

Staff were very friendly, food was to the usual standard albeit being a little cold in places, the clientele was as to be expected. Overall a standard wetherspoons experience, tables dirty on arrival stuff on the floor, not that it puts you off you only have to ask and the staff are always more than happy to help. Value often cannot be beaten, would return again.

A great Fish n chips if you are in Queen Street as it's just off the end of it. Smaller wetherspoon than usual and it was quite busy but still served in a reasonable time.

Ordered large breakfast received traditional. Beans cold. Toast done on one side Bacon barely cooked. Egg cold.. anyhoo! Did I eat it? yes. Did I complain? No. Didn't have time to, had to get back to work. Would it have made any difference ? Probably not. Will I go again ? Probably yes

It was OK, fairly friendly staff but my food was overcooked and bland. Had a gourmet steak and it was tough and didn't have much taste, the jacket potato was dry and even though I was really hungry at the end of a long day of work I did not really enjoy the meal. For that reason I left straight after rather than having a few more drinks as I normally would. I think they must have known as nobody came over to ask if my food was OK. Disappointing

Zero stars wasn't an option the waitress was very rude and could only clear my table one plate at a time. Half drunk hot chocolate is still keeping me company turns out he used to be dairy milk..

Enjoyed a peaceful Sunday catch up here. Pleasant atmosphere, able to chat and hear, even though it was quite popularcat the time. Fab selection of ales. Attentive staff. Unlike many other Spoons even the toilets were in the same pub!

Good for a quick cheap breakfast. Fast service to table, outside seating available. Breakfast did look like it had been reheated ( hash browns may have been onto a 3rd coating of cooked). If you want cheap, cheerful and quick in the centre of Cardiff - it's ideal. Slightly concerned at the number of workmen there pre midday drinking pints wearing their co.oa y hi-viz and uniform...

Ordered the "large" cod and chips...... Got it's little baby brother instead, (according to the server the small cods are tiny). Tastes "adequate" and that's about all I can say . Service was good however, friendly and pleasant staff.

Nothing wrong with the bar itself, but the large breakfast was stone cold and tastless for both myself and my wife. We've eaten there plenty of times before, and the main meals were fine.

Well its a Spoons so you know what to expect I guess. Good central location and always pretty busy. Usual Spoons menu and food usually arrives fast. Last visit I sat upstairs and ordered via the app. Food arrived very quickly but as I ordered an ale both my partner and myself has finished food before the drinks arrived. Was told as the ales were downstairs they had to wait for mine to be brought up. 30 minutes to walk a pint up some stairs seemed a long time mind. Moral of the story.... If you want a guest ale sit downstairs

Don’t know what I expected but went in after a weekend watching the rugby in Cardiff. We should’ve gone elsewhere but the staff were pleasant. My wife’s breakfast looked like it had a bite out of it. There were groups of guys still drinking from the night before, which I don’t have a problem with but they were very loud and swearing a lot. We both felt a bit uncomfortable, ate up and left.

Took over an hour to be served food, but in their defence the kitchen was very short staffed. This seems to only be the case at this particular branch. However, waitress was so apologetic and genuine and I could not have faulted her. Despite the wait, the food was hot and tasty. It wouldn't have been an issue for me but my two young daughters waited patiently for their food to turn up, which isn't ideal when they were hungry. More resources needed at this one I think.

It’s a good ‘Spoons. Not much more to be said to be honest. Consistently decent food, but during uni term time it can get packed. I’d advise sitting upstairs in a booth if you can, that’s lovely.

Popped in with my young son, ordered 2 drinks and a portion of nachos. Place was really busy so bit of a wait for the drinks but the staff kept popping over to apologies. Kitchen staff bought the nachos out and apologised again for the wait, can't be helped when they're that busy. Nice sized portion, well presented, plenty of sauces but had clearly been left under the heat lamps during the busy spell as the nachos had basically baked in to one giant, stale crisp that was baked on to the bowl. Great service, price and presentation but the food was a total let down.

Typical spoons, great drinks and prices. Ordered a pizza, tasted good but the base, well it wasn't soggy but come on at least cook it so it's not a floppy mass

Brilliant Fish, chips and peas, served by helpful and friendly staff. Great atmosphere and comfortable seating. Good value meals.

My friend had a little cut on their hand and the lovely Caitlin did everything in their power to find a plaster for us and Edern (sorry if I’ve spelt their name wrong) was also very considerate of our issue. They helped us eventually find the band aid. Also, a shout out to kessia to serving us our drinks all night in the highest regard (there was also a first with slightly blue hair that was also very very friend, but we didn’t get their name) - Harri Davies

What can I say, popped in with my Daughter after some shopping to share a jug of cocktail and a meal. After some wait the food arrived my burger and chips would've been put to shame by a McDonald's happy meal in size, and my Daughter's chicken wrap had more limp lettuce than meat combined with her 8 chips was hardly satisfying. As if this wasn't enough I needed the toilet and have to use the disabled toilet as I cannot use the stairs due to a disability, upon entering said toilet was met with a swarm of flies and a putrid stench all of which could have been dealt with by a bottle of bleach and fly spray! I'm aware that there is a cost of living crisis but this place should be closed down with hazardous warnings put everywhere, suffice to say we will not return!!!

Beer was good but surrounded by screaming kids. The staff make no attempt to clean tables. Customers clean there own tables and as afternoon passes more tables are unusable due to dirty plates and glasses.

Friendly wetherspoons on the edge of town. Usual wetherspoons quality and value, good staff. Door staff checking I.D.. Usual good value Spoons food on offer here. Plenty of tables inside and extra upstairs plus outside seats front and back. Enjoy 👍🏼

Place was ok for a pint after we had been to Coldplay waiting for taxi. Typical wetherspoon pub cheep ok quality. Staff was shocking my order was taken for 2 drinks one was poured then server's mate came in so he promptly couldn't be arsed to finish a paying customers order before he left the bar and had a lengthy chat with his mate 🤬🤬🤬. Another member of staff finished my order shocking customer service!!!

Went for breakfast less than 10 people there, order came quickly every item cold even the toast. There are better places to eat in Cardiff we will not visit again.

Busy Wetherspoons on two floors. Seems to be the favourite pub of Cardiff students.Nice place and the usual good beer.

Nice bar for a bit of breakfast before hitting the shops. Good price as you'd expect from a spoons. Baby changing facilities available on the ground floor. Overall pleasant.

The front of house staff!!! Never been to a spoons with such amazing staff. Always quick and ALWAYS have smiles on their faces. We had a problem and had to get a refund, the staff were fantastic Manager was so helpful and the tall man who served us was so polite and kind. Would recommend this place for the front if house staff alone! Thanks for a wonderful time.

Chocolate ran out in both drinks machines. Tables full of plates and glasses. Lovely friendly staff. Clean well equipped toilets. Pleasant decor, great outside seating areas on roadside and out back. Busy, great atmosphere, just needs a bit quicker table clearing .

I met a friend here for breakfast. Food was up to Weatherspoons standard, staff were friendly, toilets were clean and a little gaudy. Will definitely go to this one again.

Good sized pub that was very busy for a Sunday night. Drinks very cheap and good selection of drinks including shots and cocktails. Service very fast and efficient

Currently been waiting an hour for some chips and a pitcher 1 star is generous

Been here quite a few times since I’ve arrived as a student. Really fab experience. Ofc, the pricing is immaculate and the venue is usually packed. Wonderful table service and the staff have always been excellent. Would recommend!

There is still a covid check-in at the door. Don't forget that the rules in Wales are slightly different. With that sorted, the range of beers is improving and is bang-on

I visited this belting Newport real ale pub on Friday 9th October 2021 What a belting real pub this pub has some great real ales on great staff clientelle and interiors of the pub. This pub must be visited when drinking good real ale in Newport

If you want a cheap breakfast then it's fine.. but it is a very well used cheap pub

Fast and friendly service, food was lovely and of a high standard. Even with complicated food requirements they got everything spot on. There were no worries as far as social distancing etc goes, it was all as it should have been. Staff were accommodating and helpful, very friendly. Disabled access was ok as far as I could see. I have been there a few times and will definitely go back again next time I am in cardiff. Would recommend for a nice meal.

Fine for a few cheap drinks. Staff are very friendly and welcoming. But not very clean at all and can be hard to get a table as filled with students most of the time. We sat outside and the queue to get in was right next to our table, and people were smoking and spitting on the floor the other side of the barrier which was right next to us, so no social distancing at all due to this, we didn't stay long. Out of all the spoons I wouldn't recommend this one.

Typical Wetherspoons, clean, value for your money on drinks and food. Very loud music on the Friday night (more like a disco than a bar) hence unable to hold a conversation with the people you are with. Would have given more stars if not for the loud music.

Good pub that deals with match day well! Great polite team and reassuring to have security on the door! Quality spoons with good chip count

Lovely atmosphere. Our food was delivered quickly even though it was crowded there. Food delicious and nice and hot. Very friendly staff. Going for lunch this Friday

Decent atmosphere. Good vegetarian selection but the soft drinks taste like they have a lot of water added to them. The deserts were ok but quite stodgy

It's a Wetherspoons so pretty standard stuff on that front. The door staff were a little rude as we visited with our 14 year old son early evening, and they were quite abrupt about saying he wasn't allowed in until we explained we wanted food.... Manners would be nice! Plus it's the most expensive Spoons I've been to outside of London so might not visit again to be fair.

Good location and the staff are pretty quick even in the busy hours

What can you say another Witherspoon's. Menu what you would expect as per the franchise. This pub is a large spacious room not too crowded and room to move. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable about the product. A good evening was spent here.

My disabled parents went for a meal and received absolutely no help whatsoever on ordering there drinks and food. Bar tender told my disabled mum to queue at the bar to get food and drinks. With attitude. This is disgusting service. My parents wouldn't no how to download an app and order or why should they have to. When I get a moment I am going to speak to the manager. Dirty spoons . Whoever you are you should be ashamed of yourself...

Staff no very good got a bad attitude as many of Witherspoons. Pubs I asked for a Stella in a Stella glass the reply was they are all dirty. Not the same in different tulip glass. Mind you a good price

We absolutely had a lovely time here! It was windy day, we tried to find place to warm up, and ended up here. The space was spacious, and the drink was a deal here!!

This is what I'm looking for in terms of easy going eating fare. Cod is flaky and great portion. Chips are delicious. The cider is excellent. No pretense just good food.

Very rarely visit Cardiff but enjoyed the visit to the Central bar. Staff very friendly. The loss of 1 star was because the fish dish was not available but there was plenty of choice on the menu. Will definitely visit again.

I would say this is the best Whetherspoon bar in Cardiff City. Easy to get serve whatever the occasion or event hoping on in the city. Friendly courteous staff and well presented food served hot and quickly. Nice beer garden split into smokers and non. I've spent the whole day there because it's that good.

I visited this Wetherspoons with my wife and daughter for lunch today, and was pretty underwhelmed. Although busy, there were empty glasses and dirty plates on most tables when we arrived, and the same was evident when we left an hour later. It was generally messy, and looked unloved. Nothing wrong with the food, but it was average at best. Service was 6 out of 10 (no smiles on offer here). Drinks as ever the big draw due to very cheap pricing policy, which although good for the pocket, on the downside had attracted some 'interesting' clientele! Lovely flower baskets outside. Don't think we'll be back.

Good vegetarian chilli today but portion sizes could be a little larger. Still good value though