Harden's survey result
Summary
“Always excellent food” has built a strong reputation for local lad Tom Watts-Jones’s well-regarded pub in the Vale of Glamorgan. Chef’s CV includes stints at London’s St John and also The Anchor & Hope. There are numerous menus here, including an à la carte or nine-course tasting option.
Summary
A “friendly, relaxed” boozer in the Vale of Glamorgan, where chef Tom Watts-Jones had his first ever pint – only to return to take up the helm following stints at award-winning London spots St John and the Anchor & Hope; the separate dining room offers a “wide-ranging menu” featuring “very good pizzas”.
Summary
“Wonderful seasonal local food, a great wine list and lovely, knowledgeable staff” are an attractive mix at this “terrific” 300-year-old pub in the Vale of Glamorgan. Chef Tom Watts-Jones grew up in the village and trained in top London kitchens including St John and the Anchor & Hope.
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Aberthin, Cowbridge, CF71 7LG
Restaurant details
Prices
| Availability | 2 courses | 3 courses |  |
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| Lunch | £20.00 | £25.00 |  |
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| Cost | Availability | Courses | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Menu1 | 45.00 | Dinner only | 6 |
| Menu2 | 90.00 | Dinner only | 9 |
Traditional European menu
| Starter | Main | Veggies | Pudding |
|---|---|---|---|
| £8.00 | £18.00 | £5.00 | £3.00 |
| Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £23.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £2.40 |
| Extras |
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| Service | 12.50% |
Aberthin, Cowbridge, CF71 7LG
Opening hours
| Monday | CLOSED |
| Tuesday | CLOSED |
| Wednesday | 6 pm‑9 pm |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑2:30 pm, 6 pm‑9 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm‑2:30 pm, 6 pm‑9 pm |
| Saturday | 12 pm‑2:30 pm, 6 pm‑9 pm |
| Sunday | 12 pm‑4 pm |
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