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Bully's Restaurant

5 Romilly Crescent, Cardiff CF11 9NP, Wales
02920 221905
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Ranked #18 of 447 restaurants in Cardiff
4.5 of 5 stars 82 Reviews
Price range: S$1 - S$54
Cuisines: French
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Good for: Romantic, Business, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations
Description: This traditional French restaurant with a quirky Welsh twist is one of Cardiff���s best-loved local gems. Bully���s has been around for over 16 years and has transformed into a Cardiff institution whilst maintaining its neighborhood, family-run charm. Well known for its gourmet food and wine nights and charismatic shabby-chic interior, Bully���s is always popular with a well-heeled crowd and favourites from the Gallic kitchen include the pan-fried foie gras; the aged fillet of Welsh black beef; and the Bully���s signature vanilla bean cr��me br��l��e.
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UK
Senior Contributor
30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012
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We went to Bullys for Sunday lunch and really enjoyed the experience. Food is excellent, atmosphere is very relaxed, we felt like we could have sat there all afternoon, there was certainly no rush! The staff are friendly and helpful, but know the right balance between just right and too much. For what we had, I felt it was very... More

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Cardiff, Wales, UK
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

This restaurant has ideas above its station; high prices do not equate to good quality food. Cardiff does not have many decent dining options, and it’s a shame so many people rate this as the pinnacle. It’s certainly not ‘fine dining’ as other reviewers appear to think, just rather bland and basic food at a premium price. Service is friendly... More

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Cardiff
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012

We have been coming here for a few years and really enjoy it. The owner, Russell is a great host and is so enthusiastic about the food and wines - his wine recommendations have always been excellent. Bully's is not cheap but it is good value, and worth it for a wonderful dining experience. It is true that Cardiff is... More

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Tel Aviv, Israel
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2012

Had dinner there with friends. The owner described the ingredients and way of cooking of each dish on the menu making our decisions what to order very confusing as all seemed to be delicious and so it was. The food was excellent. I would definitely recommend this restaurant and if I come back to Cardiff - I will treat myself... More

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Cardiff, United Kingdom
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Bully's is a great example of what happens when people love what they do and care about how they do it. The first thing to comment on is how the passion and enthusiasm of the owners comes through every facet of this restaurant, from the décor and atmosphere to the food and service. This makes for a special, intimate experience... More

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Swindon, UK
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2012

Great food and service again at Bully's. Keep up the great work guys. It's fab to see a full restaurant.

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Cardiff, United Kingdom
Senior Contributor
23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2012

Possibly the best restaurant in Cardiff. The honesty and enthusiasm of the owner makes this place all the more worth visiting.

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See 21 more reviews by Vern L for Cardiff
Devizes, United Kingdom
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89 reviews 89 reviews
Reviews in 38 cities Reviews in 38 cities
52 helpful votes 52 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2012

I was on my own so the owner suggested I take a book from the selection scatterred around.the eclectic room. Apparently the stuff hung on the walls reflects his life and travels. That set the scene for a pleasant evening. Pleasant background music set a calm atmosphere. An inventive menu. I enjoyed the perfectly cooked scallops followed by beautiful lamb... More

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Isleworth, United Kingdom
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
43 helpful votes 43 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2012
1
person found this review helpful

This far exceeded my expectations for a restaurant outside the main city centre, which we went to with friends the night before a rugby match. Every dish was described in loving detail by the owner and the result was as multi-facetedly tasty as the description had led you to hope for. I ate 3 courses, something I never usually do,... More

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Bristol, United Kingdom
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 March 2012 via mobile

This restaurant deserves the title of one of the best restaurants in Cardiff. They clearly care about the food they serve and deliver a welcome to match.

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