# Y Sospan, Dolgellau — Reviews & Opening Hours > Y Sospan — British Restaurant in Dolgellau with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.2/5 from 876 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/gwynedd/restaurants/y-sospan (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. British Restaurant 🐾 Dogs Welcome # Y Sospan Dolgellau, Gwynedd [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=7242931732502368975&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Y Sospan](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/108089125535450732528) **In short:** Y Sospan is a British restaurant in Gwynedd, rated 4.2 out of 5 from 876 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating and dogs welcome. Details checked 7 October 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Y Sospan Y Sospan is a British restaurant in Dolgellau that serves generous portions, with lamb shank among the dishes customers return for. The wine and spirit list features local gins and beers. The restaurant takes bookings, welcomes dogs, and has space for children and groups. Staff are noted for their friendliness. The building has historical interest. Food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. Some diners have reported inconsistency in the quality of dishes. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Y Sospan's own website](https://www.ysospan.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM **Tuesday** 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM **Wednesday** 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM **Thursday** 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM **Friday** 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM **Saturday** 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM **Sunday** 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM ## What's nearby - Boots Pharmacy next door - Royal Ship, Dolgellau next door - TH Roberts next door - HSBC Dolgellau next door - Ivy House next door Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners like this restaurant's delicious and generous portions of food, especially the lamb shank, and appreciate the wide variety of local gins and beers. They also highlight the friendly, welcoming staff, the cozy atmosphere, and the building's interesting history. Some reviews mention the food can be poorly maintained. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.2 / 5 (876 reviews) **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Gwynedd Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/116848). [More restaurants in Gwynedd](https://staycation.co.uk/gwynedd/restaurants) ★ 4.2 (876 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £10 – £20 [Visit official website](https://www.ysospan.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [01341 423174](tel:01341423174) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Gwynedd **Plus Code** 9C4RP4V7+5M ### 🏨 Places to stay near Gwynedd 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%3DGwynedd%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/gwynedd/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/gwynedd/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Y Sospan? Y Sospan is open Mon–Sun 8am–9pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Y Sospan any good? Y Sospan is rated 4.2 out of 5 from 876 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ### Is Y Sospan dog-friendly? Yes, dogs are allowed at Y Sospan. ### Is Y Sospan good for children? Yes, Y Sospan is listed as good for children. ### Can you book a table at Y Sospan? Yes, Y Sospan takes reservations. ### How do I contact Y Sospan? Call Y Sospan on +44 1341 423174. ## More near Y Sospan ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [Royal Ship Hotel ★ 4.4 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/dolgellau/hotels/royal-ship-hotel) - [Ivy House B&B ★ 4.7 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/dolgellau/hotels/ivy-house-b-b) - [Y Meirionnydd Boutique Hotel ★ 4.7 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/dolgellau/hotels/y-meirionnydd-boutique-hotel) - [Aber Cottage B&B next door](https://staycation.co.uk/dolgellau/hotels/aber-cottage-b-b) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [The Lombard next door](https://staycation.co.uk/gwynedd/cottages/the-lombard-syk1149078) - [Tan Llan ★ 5.0 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/gwynedd/cottages/tan-llan-uk51974) - [LLys Dedwydd next door](https://staycation.co.uk/gwynedd/cottages/llys-dedwydd-uk47422) - [Cysgod Idris next door](https://staycation.co.uk/gwynedd/cottages/cysgod-idris-ukc7013) ### Campsites nearby - [Tan Y Fron Holiday Park ★ 4.5 · 0.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dolgellau/camping/tan-y-fron-holiday-park) - [Bryn Y Gwin Farm Caravan and Campsite ★ 4.3 · 0.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dolgellau/camping/bryn-y-gwin-farm-caravan-and-campsite) - [Glanywern Farm Caravan Site ★ 4.3 · 0.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/tywyn/camping/glanywern-farm-caravan-site) - [Cefnmaelan Caravan Park ★ 4.9 · 0.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dolgellau/camping/cefnmaelan-caravan-park) ### Things to do nearby - [Coed y Brenin Forest Park ★ 4.8 · 5.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ganllwyd/attractions/coed-y-brenin-forest-park) - [Corris Caverns - Dragons, Caverns, Crafts &... 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