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Reviewed 4 weeks ago

We went the The Bush today for a wake. Rhys had been extremely helpful and flexible with our requirements and he gave us confidence that we could leave things in his very capable hands. The price was very reasonable too. The buffet was excellent with...lots of choice, including Rhys’s very tasty home made scotch eggs. The buffet table was kept well stocked and there was more than enough food. We were also provided with containers to take home the surplus food. I would highly recommend this pub in general as a lovely, friendly and well run pub with a friendly landlord and staff.More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 7 October 2023 via mobile

Visited again for steak night and was stunning, best food ever, lamb and steak were amazing and love this traditional pub. Can’t wait to return ❤️

Date of visit: October 2023
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Rhys Bailey, Owner at The Bush Inn, responded to this reviewResponded 8 October 2023

Fantastic to hear you enjoyed your recent visit on our weekly steak night. Hope to see you at the pub soon. Cheers

Reviewed 10 August 2023

My partner and I won some vouchers to dine at the Bush Inn, Upper Cwmbran through a raffle. The Bush has always been a favourite of mine, it reminds me of an old haunt that I once went to in my misspent youth which brings...back many happy memories.The Bush has a lovely atmosphere, it’s well run and on Wednesday nights they have curry night which was excellent. I would have no problem recommending this establish to family and friends and we will certainly be returning.More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Rhys Bailey, Owner at The Bush Inn, responded to this reviewResponded 12 August 2023

Glad you enjoyed your recent trip to the pub. Hope to see you soon.

Reviewed 4 August 2023 via mobile

Another exceptional steak night meal, Rhys cooks amazing food, and his steaks are beautifully cooked. Friendly pub with great staff, simply the best food around this area.

Date of visit: August 2023
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Rhys Bailey, Owner at The Bush Inn, responded to this reviewResponded 12 August 2023

Good to hear you enjoyed your recent visit to the pub. We are very proud of our steak nights. Hope to see you soon.

Reviewed 27 July 2023

Great little pub, nice staff and locals, couldn't get food as didn't book and was busy so definately need to book a table for dining. Will definitely be back, very reasonable drink prices.

Date of visit: July 2023
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Rhys Bailey, Owner at The Bush Inn, responded to this reviewResponded 12 August 2023

Glad you enjoyed your recent visit. We have set food nights Pizzas on Tuesday and Friday, Curry on Wednesday and Steak nights on Thursday all 5-8pm.

Reviewed 4 March 2023 via mobile

Brilliant local pub, very friendly atmosphere. Theme food evenings, Pizza nights, Curry nights and steak night... Top class steak at reasonable prices.. Dogs welcome, plenty of outside space too! .

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed 27 October 2022 via mobile

Went for a family Steak night and it was absolutely stunning, the service was great, the food was 100% I requested a cremated steak and that's what I got....stunning too, the garlic sauce was the best ever. Definitely going back for more.

Date of visit: October 2022
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Rhys B, Owner at The Bush Inn, responded to this reviewResponded 14 January 2023

Hi Julie, glad you enjoyed your night at the pub and that your feedback on the food was so positive. Hope to see you back at the pub soon. Cheers

Reviewed 23 September 2022 via mobile

Excellent from start to finish. Went with family last night, and all were catered for, prices so reasonable even the youngsters ( age 6 and 7) had steak, a range of steaks were ordered, and all were cooked exactly as requested, and all were absolutely...delicious, as good, in fact better than I have had in high end steak houses. Fantastic chef and bar staff, highly recommended and looking forward to returning soon.More

Date of visit: September 2022
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Rhys B, Owner at The Bush Inn, responded to this reviewResponded 14 January 2023

Glad you enjoyed your visit to the pub. We work hard to source great steaks and cook them with care. I shall pass on your kind comments to our staff. Thank You

Reviewed 2 September 2022

Visited yesterday, and most weeks, for steak night. Absolutely brilliant as always, definitely recommend we love this pub and Rhys and his staff are amazing. Thanks all.

Date of visit: September 2022
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Rhys B, Owner at The Bush Inn, responded to this reviewResponded 11 September 2022

Thanks for the lovely review and support of the pub. Glad you enjoyed your recent visit, I will pass on your comments to the staff.

Reviewed 19 August 2022 via mobile

Went for the steak night last night, and highly recommended 👍 all food was top notch and the steaks were excellent, lovely pub and faultless service.

Date of visit: August 2022
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Rhys B, Owner at The Bush Inn, responded to this reviewResponded 11 September 2022

Glad you enjoyed your food and visit to the pub. We hope to see you again soon.

Reviewed 7 May 2022

We ordered the curry night takeaway. The curry was decent, but the sweet potato fries were simply amazing!

Date of visit: May 2022
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Rhys B, Owner at The Bush Inn, responded to this reviewResponded 11 September 2022

Glad you enjoyed your take-away. We like our wedges to. Hope to see you again soon.

Reviewed 23 April 2022 via mobile

The Bush is a small pub run by a dedicated landlord and his team. On Thursday evening, Chef Rhys cooks a selection of stunning steaks. We highly recommend eating at the Bush but suggest that you book at least two weeks in advance. You won't...regret it.More

Date of visit: March 2022
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Rhys B, Owner at The Bush Inn, responded to this reviewResponded 11 September 2022

Glad you enjoyed your recent visit. Thank you for the review and we hope to see you again soon.

Reviewed 23 February 2022

Absolutely gorgeous food, beer and ambience. Well done Rhys , Chloe and Teresa we really enjoyed. Will be back ASAP.

Date of visit: February 2022
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Reviewed 8 February 2022 via mobile

I hate Pizza...... I have to say pizza is really not my favourite meal at all. I've eat pizza in the mozzarella capital of Italy which tasted like boot leather. The Bush Inn I have to say serve an amazing variety of pizzas, cooked by...a qualified chef as opposed to a bing man....this evening we had two amazing take away pizzas which were simply amazing. I can highly recommend the Bush and its chef Rhys....More

Date of visit: February 2022
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Rhys B, Owner at The Bush Inn, responded to this reviewResponded 11 September 2022

Glad you enjoyed out hand-made pizzas and that we defied your expectations of pizza. Hope to see you at the pub again soon.

Reviewed 15 October 2021 via mobile

We were curious to visit The Bush after hearing a number of excellent reviews. We were not disappointed, the food was fantastic and the staff were very friendly and attentive. There was a wonderful atmosphere in this lovely cosy pub. We will be back very...soon.More

Date of visit: October 2021
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Hi Stephen, we have an ever changing selection of cask ales (usually 2 during the week and 3 on the weekend) from a range of local, national, large and micro/craft breweries. We also have a rotating craft keg ale tap that... More
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Yes they do! Should be a vegetarian / vegan option for each of the nights food.
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The Bush Inn is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4.5
  • Atmosphere: 5