# Head of Steam, Cardiff — Reviews & Opening Hours > Head of Steam — Pub in Cardiff with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.4/5 from 1,501 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/cardiff/restaurants/head-of-steam (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Pub 🐾 Dogs Welcome # Head of Steam Cathays, Cardiff [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=14347418735918743963&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [The Head of Steam Cardiff](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/109357070315436761556) **In short:** Head of Steam is a pub in Cardiff, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1,501 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating and dogs welcome. Details checked 3 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Head of Steam Head of Steam sits on Church Street in Cathays. The pub holds a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5. It takes bookings, accommodates groups, and welcomes dogs. The venue stocks a range of craft beers. Food offerings include pizzas and buffalo chicken wings. Live jazz performances feature regularly. The pub has a 4.4 rating from over 1500 reviews. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Head of Steam's own website](https://www.theheadofsteam.co.uk/bars/cardiff?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## 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 – 12:00 AM **Saturday** 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM **Sunday** 12:00 – 10:30 PM ## What's nearby - Corner Coffee next door - The Cardiff Market next door - Hodge House next door - Museum of Cardiff 150m away - Cardiff Castle 250m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Reviewers consistently praise this pub for its amazing selection of craft beers and delicious gourmet pub food, such as pizzas and buffalo chicken wings. Patrons also highlight the knowledgeable staff, lively atmosphere with live jazz, and good value for money. Some reviews mention the staff can be impolite. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.4 / 5 (1,501 reviews) **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** No **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **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/1094716). [More restaurants in Cardiff](https://staycation.co.uk/cardiff/restaurants) ★ 4.4 (1,501 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £10 – £20 [Visit official website](https://www.theheadofsteam.co.uk/bars/cardiff?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [029 2037 2582](tel:02920372582) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Cardiff **Plus Code** 9C3RFRJC+47 ### 🏨 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 Head of Steam? Head of Steam is open Mon–Wed 12pm–11pm; Thu–Sat 12pm–12am; Sun 12pm–10:30pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Head of Steam any good? Head of Steam is rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1,501 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ### Is Head of Steam dog-friendly? Yes, dogs are allowed at Head of Steam. ### Is Head of Steam good for children? Google does not list Head of Steam as good for children. ### Can you book a table at Head of Steam? Yes, Head of Steam takes reservations. ### How do I contact Head of Steam? 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