# Duke of Wellington, Cardiff — Reviews & Opening Hours > Rated 4.3/5 from 1,391 Google reviews. Traditional pub plates served in a wood-clad space with bookshelves & pavement seating. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/cardiff/restaurants/duke-of-wellington (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Pub 🐾 Dogs Welcome # Duke of Wellington Cathays, Cardiff [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=7119048414533222879&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Duke Of Wellington](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/104279348747004561021) **In short:** Duke of Wellington is a pub in Cardiff, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 1,391 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating and dogs welcome. Details checked 3 September 2026 · source: Google Places Traditional pub plates served in a wood-clad space with bookshelves & pavement seating. Summary via Google ## About Duke of Wellington Located at 42 The Hayes in Cathays, the Duke of Wellington is a traditional pub with wood-clad interiors, bookshelves and pavement seating. The kitchen serves pub food at reasonable prices, and the drinks selection includes Welsh beers. Dogs are welcome, and the space works well for groups. The pub holds a five-star food hygiene rating. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Duke of Wellington's own website](https://www.dukeofwellingtoncardiff.co.uk/?utm_source=gbp&utm_medium=Yext&y_source=1_MjgwNDU0NjQtNzE1LWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D). ## Opening hours **Monday** 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Tuesday** 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Wednesday** 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Thursday** 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Friday** 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM ## What's nearby - Bill's Cardiff Central Restaurant next door - Cardiff Central Library next door - John Lewis & Partners 150m away - Cardiff Marriott Hotel 150m away - Museum of Cardiff 200m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google People say this pub offers a great selection of drinks, including Welsh beers, and serves tasty, reasonably priced food. They also highlight the friendly, attentive staff and the lively, traditional atmosphere. Some reviews mention the drinks can be warm. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.3 / 5 (1,391 reviews) **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** No **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** No **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Cardiff Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1320592). [More restaurants in Cardiff](https://staycation.co.uk/cardiff/restaurants) ★ 4.3 (1,391 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £10 – £20 [Visit official website](https://www.dukeofwellingtoncardiff.co.uk/?utm_source=gbp&utm_medium=Yext&y_source=1_MjgwNDU0NjQtNzE1LWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D) [029 2033 7190](tel:02920337190) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Cardiff **Plus Code** 9C3RFRHF+9J ### 🏨 Places to stay near Cardiff Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Duke of Wellington does not take reservations, so it is walk-in only. ### How do I contact Duke of Wellington? 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