Our second serving of awesome cheap eats across the world comes from Cardiff ( if you missed, here is last week’s cheap eats guide to London by Steve Lowy) – thanks to London based food/travel writer- Sophie Rae.
When not eating she can be found planning her next meal.
Find her recipes and ramblings at anythingbuthungry.blogspot.co.
Wales’ capital city Cardiff plays host to some of the most incredible attractions; from the majestic castle and plethora of shops to the historical arcades with their hidden gems.
The heart of the city centre is a bustling hub of welsh life with welcoming faces ready to help make the most of your visit. So tuck in…
Crumbs Kitchen
Crumbs Kitchen, Cardiff
Freshly made in store are the infamous mountainous bowls of colourful salads, as popular today as when it first opened 41 years ago.
Relax upstairs in the ‘quiet room’ with free WiFi while you tuck into tasty handmade deep filled pies, gluten free soups and spicy chilli.
Salads start from £3.70
33 Morgan Arcade, Cardiff, CF10 1AF
10 Feet Tall
10 feet Tall
For the best cocktails and tapas in the city, head to this chilled out 3 storey bar. Nestled amongst the leather sofas and antique furnishings, friendly staff share their knowledge of what treats are on offer.
After dark the basement turns into a nightclub to dance the night away.
Open till 4am.
Top tip: Sign up for an ‘Eat, Beats & Treats’ Loyalty Card for discounts and promotions
2 meals for £10 or 3 tapas for £7.95
11a-12 Church St, Cardiff, CF10 1BG
Giovanni’s
Giovanni’s, Cardiff
Established in 1983, this Italian family run business offers the chance to taste the classics done well.
Tempt your palette with delicate Carpaccio di mazo, insalata caprese andhandmade ravioli.
If the sun’s shining, make the most with the outside courtyard.
Just sit back and relax with a chilled glass of Pinot Grigio. Buon Appetito!
Mains start from £7.95
38, The Hayes, Cardiff, CF10 1AJ
Ashton’s Fishmonger
Ashton’s , Cardiff
Proudly sitting on the edge of the historic Cardiff Central Market, Ashton’s offers the best fresh fish in the City.
Pick up a pot of locally sourced cockles, whelks, muscles or prawns, grab a crusty baguette from a nearby bakery stall and hop on down to Cardiff Bay, to eat your delicious catch while watching the ships come into harbour.
Pots start from £1.79 per 100g
Central Market, Cardiff, CF10 1AU
The New York Deli
New York Deli, Cardiff
Voted ‘Best Sandwich Bar in Cardiff’ for the last 2 year running, this place has it all.
Choose from sandwiches on light rye, bagels, hot grinders and the acclaimed hoagies stuffed to the brim with British sourced ingredients. Students even get 10% discount with a valid NUS card.
Open 7 days a week
Bagels start from £3.20
19 High St Arcade, Cardiff, CF10 1QR
Good choices Soph! Absolutely LOVE the New York Deli :)And Ten Feet Tall of course. Good work getting Cardiff on the blog! X
I hate salads but Crumbs is something else.
I have never tasted anything like them before. AMAZING!
Good job Sophie
Thanks for your comment.
Never have loved salads myself ( except…the chicken salad they have at Bazaar in Amsterdam/Rotterdam ) so now the anticipation rises…..