The Ynysmeudwy Arms - Neath Port Talbot

Upon entering the restaurant on a Friday evening, it was surprisingly quiet with only a few patrons in the bar and restaurant. The menu was different from what was seen online, as we were informed of new management. The menu seemed basic, and we ordered two Gammon dishes, one Regular Burger, one Lamb Burger, onion rings, and cheese garlic bread. When inquiring about sauce on the Lamb Burger, we were told there was none, but upon cutting the burger, a lot of sauce oozed out. The waitress apologized and brought a replacement burger, which turned out to be the same burger with the sauce wiped off and placed in a new bun. Unable to eat sauce, we had to send it back. The rest of the food was left uneaten as the experience upset the whole table. We requested to speak to the manager, who initially claimed to be busy but appeared when we refused to pay for the burger. The manager failed to understand the issue with wiping off the sauce and its potential health risks. The total bill came to £69.

We originally planned on just having a drink but ended up staying for lunch. The battered fish we had was hands down the best we've had in years. The portion size was generous and everything was cooked perfectly. The service was outstanding, with friendly and helpful staff.

We had an early evening meal at this restaurant as a family of seven. Two of us started with appetizers and then our main courses arrived promptly. The food was delicious, especially the lasagna which was generously topped with cheese and served in a bottomless dish filled with a generous portion. I highly recommend it.

If you are not very mobile or have COPD not the best place to choose as the stairs to the bedrooms are extremely stèep. We also choose the king size bedroom which has a very low bed and was difficult for us to get out of. In all fairness the landlady offered to move us but we were only staying one night and had already used the shower Place was spotless and great breakfast. Food is totally acceptable pub grub. Staff were lovely , couldnt do enough to help us.

Just visited the Ynysmeadwy Arms for the first time in a long time. What a treat, a lot of thought has gone into the precautions for the spread of Covid-19 and the staff are super friendly and knowledgeable. Will definitely be returning.