RestaurantsConwyDeganwyLL31

survey result

Summary

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* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

“Probably unchanged in years, but a very good traditional French venue” – this “excellent, popular and consistent” bistro has been in operation since 1988, and is nowadays run by the son (Cai) of the original founders (Bob & Barbara Ross). Chef David Hughes produces pleasingly traditional Gallic fare, accompanied by wine sent home by the Ross’s (who have now retired to the Languedoc).

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Owner's description

We have been serving French-style country food in this warm, bustling bistro since 1988.  Set across the river from Conwy castle, Paysanne has become a byword for warm, generous hospitality.  Using local suppliers, head chef David Hughes is carrying on the tradition of carefully, lovingly made comfort food of the type you'd expect to find in a bucolic brasserie on the banks of the Dorgogne, ideally with an old bicycle leant against the wall.  

Opened in 1988 by Bob and Barbara Ross, the torch has now passed to their son Cai, who tends to the front-of-house while David and his team toil away in the kitchen.  The former patrons relocated to the Languedoc in SW France, from where they send back a selection of cherry-picked local wines, unique to the UK.

 

Prices

Availability 2 courses 3 courses coffee included service included
Lunch   £21.25
SundayLunch £16.00 £18.50

Traditional European menu

Starter Main Pudding
£6.50 £16.25 £6.00
Drinks  
Wine per bottle £19.75
Filter Coffee £2.25
Extras  
Service 10.00%

Restaurant details

Yes
Portions
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No shorts
35
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147 Station Road, Deganwy, LL31 9EJ
Opening hours
MondayCLOSED
TuesdayCLOSED
Wednesday7 pm‑9 pm
Thursday7 pm‑9 pm
Friday6 pm‑9 pm
Saturday6 pm‑9 pm
Sunday12 pm‑2 pm

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