# Cardiff Cottage — Reviews & Opening Hours > Rated 4.2/5 from 609 Google reviews · £. Discreet pub with leaded windows, locally brewed ales and a menu including Welsh dishes. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/cardiff/restaurants/cardiff-cottage (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Pub £ 🐾 Dogs Welcome # Cardiff Cottage Cathays, Cardiff [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=3851987941612123521&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/) **In short:** Cardiff Cottage is a pub in Cardiff, rated 4.2 out of 5 from 609 Google reviews, with dogs welcome. Details checked 28 August 2026 · source: Google Places Discreet pub with leaded windows, locally brewed ales and a menu including Welsh dishes. Summary via Google ## Good to know ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible entrance ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the restaurant before you travel, especially for access needs. ## About Cardiff Cottage Cardiff Cottage stands on St Mary Street in Cathays. The pub has leaded windows and a traditional interior, serving locally brewed ales alongside Guinness and other beers, wine and cocktails. The menu includes Welsh dishes. Outdoor seating is available, and the venue welcomes groups and dogs. Live music is performed regularly. Staff are noted as friendly and attentive. The atmosphere can be lively, though some find it loud at times. ## Menu & facilities 🍺 Beer 🍷 Wine 🍸 Cocktails 🌤️ Outdoor seating 🎵 Live music 🍴 Dine-in 📺 Good for watching sport ## Opening hours **Monday** 12:00 – 11:00 PM **Tuesday** 12:00 – 11:00 PM **Wednesday** 12:00 – 11:00 PM **Thursday** 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM **Friday** 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM **Saturday** 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM **Sunday** 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM ## What's nearby - Tesco Express next door - McDonald's next door - Cardiff Sandringham Hotel next door - Morgan Quarter next door - Museum of Cardiff 150m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google People say this pub offers a great selection of well-kept beers, including Guinness, and has a traditional charm with a cozy interior. They also highlight the friendly, welcoming, and attentive staff, as well as the lively atmosphere and reasonable prices. Some reviews mention the atmosphere can be overly loud. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.2 / 5 (609 reviews) **Price level** £ **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** No **Good for groups** Yes **Food hygiene rating** Awaiting inspection **Destination** Cardiff Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1885491). [More restaurants in Cardiff](https://staycation.co.uk/cardiff/restaurants) ★ 4.2 (609 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £1 – £10 [029 2039 7089](tel:02920397089) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Cardiff **Plus Code** 9C3RFRHC+HP ### 🏨 Places to stay near Cardiff Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DCardiff%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/cardiff/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/cardiff/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Cardiff Cottage? Cardiff Cottage is open Mon–Wed 12pm–11pm; Thu 12pm–12am; Fri 12pm–2am; Sat 11am–2am; Sun 11am–1am (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Cardiff Cottage any good? Cardiff Cottage is rated 4.2 out of 5 from 609 Google reviews. ### Is Cardiff Cottage dog-friendly? Yes, dogs are allowed at Cardiff Cottage. ### Is Cardiff Cottage good for children? Google does not list Cardiff Cottage as good for children. ### Does Cardiff Cottage have outdoor seating? Yes, there is outdoor seating. ### Is Cardiff Cottage wheelchair accessible? Cardiff Cottage has a wheelchair-accessible entrance. ### How do I contact Cardiff Cottage? 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