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Travellers' Choice2023
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The Nag's Head is a traditional Welsh country inn located on the edge of the north Pembrokeshire village of Abercych, near the famous Cenarth waterfalls. The inn has a riverside beer garden and four letting rooms. The Nag's Head is independently owned and managed by Dewi & Jacqui Davies, who purchased the business in December 2018. Local ales, excellent wines and delicious fresh food prepared and presented by experienced and talented chefs, using local seasonal produce wherever possible.
PRICE RANGE
US$13 - US$51
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, After-hours, Drinks
CUISINES
Bar, British, Pub, Welsh
FEATURES
Free Wifi, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Playgrounds
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All reviews bonbons mousse pork steak pie sunday roast roast potatoes pasta sea bass ice cream the pub food was fantastic family meal lovely atmosphere booked a table lovely evening delicious meal
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Reviewed yesterday

I visited the pub for Sunday lunch. The meal was delicious and the staff were excellent. The atmosphere in the restaurant was great.

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 2 days ago

Called in on a whim for lunch. Had a great welcome, was able to choose our table, and had a wonderful meal in a relaxed atmosphere. Will definitely go back there and highly recommend this venue for lunch.

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 1 week ago

Really great characterful pub, often stop by in the summer for a beer by the river, Pubs like this are really lacking in this part of wales but there are a few little gems like this dotted around.More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Nags Head Abercych, Owner at Nags Head Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 1 week ago

Many thanks for this "right proper" positive review!, it's much appreciated by the whole team here at The Nags Head. We are very lucky to have such a characterful gastropub on our doorstep, both in the summer sunshine by the river or by a snug...More

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

We called in for lunch. my partner had the lamb, i had the steak, both cooked perfectly I would definitely recommend ordering either dishes couldnt ask for better food. We will be back

Date of visit: November 2023
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Nags Head Abercych, Owner at Nags Head Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 1 week ago

Thank you for this perfect and positive review, it really is appreciated by the whole team here at The Nags Head. We hope to welcome you back to our "award winning" country gastropub in the very near future, diolch.

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Our third and final visit to this nice pub ended on a sour note. Having enjoyed a good meal and spent over £200, we were rudely asked to leave at 10.20pm as there was nobody else in the pub. The hospitality sector in rural Wales...complains that it is not viable. Learn some basic rules of hospitality and you may survive. Behave like the landlady of the Nag's Head and your business doesn't deserve to survive.More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Nags Head Abercych, Owner at Nags Head Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 1 week ago

Thank you Geraint for leaving this review and your custom. We are delighted that you enjoyed your food and drink with us last Friday evening and take all feedback both positive and negative very seriously. However, we are extremely disappointed that you have chosen to...More

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

I am so impressed by my ‘Nag’s Head’ experience that I have eaten Sunday Lunch and mid week dinners, including pie and pint night three times this week. The food, service and ambience are outstanding; a first class dining experience. I would wholeheartedly recommend the...Nag’s Head Restaurant as a ‘must visit’ country pub restaurant.More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Nags Head Abercych, Owner at Nags Head Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 1 week ago

Thank you for this fantastic and very positive review, it really is appreciated by the whole team. I hope to welcome you back to our "award winning" country gastropub in the very near future, diolch.

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

A family lunch made super special with amazing service, delicious food and a wonderful cosey atmosphere! Just perfect. Thank you.More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Nags Head Abercych, Owner at Nags Head Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 3 weeks ago

Thank you for this"perfect" review, it's much appreciated by the whole team. We are delighted that you enjoyed your family lunch, the amazing service and your overall dining experience with us here at The Nags Head. We look forward to welcoming you back for future...More

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Stayed the night and had diner and breakfast. Room spotless beautifully presented and comfortable. Diner was exceptional. The host and staff were friendly and helpful. I would highly recommend and will return.More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Nags Head Abercych, Owner at Nags Head Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 3 weeks ago

Thank you for this excellent review, it's much appreciated by the whole team. We are also delighted that you enjoyed your B&B stay, the amazing location and your dining experience with us here at The Nags Head. We look forward to welcoming you back in...More

Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

We are on holiday and have an accredited assistance dog that wears his jacket. We have been to all manner of pubs and restaurants on our travels in wales and have always been met with support and enthusiasm for our dog who is well behaved...and small as he is a dachshund. Until this pub. We came here due to its reviews on trip adviser. Because we hadn’t booked I popped in to ask if they had a table and they confirmed they had, at this point I mentioned we had an assistance dog (at this point neither my wife nor the dog was with me). The waitresses looked horrified and due to not knowing what the response was referred me to a gentleman behind the bar. To say he begrudgingly acceded is an understatement, his tone and response was ‘yes that’s fine’ whilst clearly wanting to say no. I went and fetched my wife and our dog as they had waited in the car, to say I almost just got into my car and left is again an understatement however we were hungry and the place has good reviews. When we went in we were seated in an alcove reserved for stacking high chairs and clearly out of the way. Only upon paying was a positive vibe given towards our assistance dog who was being super cute and rolling on his back. The food was excellent, speed of service excellent and the location itself lovely. All of which for us was spoiled by a lack of enthusiasm to accept willingly assistance dogs. I can only imagine their dismay had he been a large Labrador. 5 stars for food and location, 2 stars for tolerance towards the equality act. Hence 3 stars overallMore

Date of visit: November 2023
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Nags Head Abercych, Owner at Nags Head Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 4 weeks ago

Thank you for taking the time to write this review. We are absolutely delighted that you enjoyed your Sunday Roast yesterday, and that we were able to accommodate your last minute "walkin" request. Being on holiday, as you mention, it's always a very good idea...More

Reviewed 29 October 2023

FRIDAY 27TH OCTOBER,MY HUSBAND GLEN AND I DROVE TO CENARTH FALLS TO CARRY OUT THE WINTER LAYUP AT OUR HOLIDAY CARAVAN,THE WEATHER WAS HORRENDOUS WITH THUNDER STORMS SO HEAVY THAT IT WAS DIFFICULT TO SEE THE ROAD AHEAD.AFTER A SAFE ARRIVAL AND DOING WHAT WAS...NECESSARY AT THE CARAVAN WE CALLED FOR LUNCH AT THE NAGS HEAD IN ABERCYCH .THIS IS A LOVELY PUB THAT WE OFTEN VISIT FOR A MEAL OUT.DUE TO THE AWFUL WEATHER THE PUB WAS RELATIVELY QUIET,BUT WE WERE WELCOMED BY THE OWNER DEWI AND HAD A REALLY NICE MEAL OF FISH CHIPS MUSHY PEAS AND HOME MADE TARTAR SAUCE AND A GLASS OF ROSE WINE.WE WERE SEATED BY A LOVELY OPEN FIRE AND EVEN HAD CUSHIONS PROVIDED FOR OUR DELICATE BOTTOMS.THOROUGHLY ENJOYED OUR MEAL AND CHAT WITH MINE HOST. SO LOOKING FORWARD TO OUR NEXT VISIT.THANK YOU SO MUCH DEWI AND ZOE,VISIT WAS LIKE A RAY OF SUNSHINE ON A VERY RAINY DAY.HAPPYMore

Date of visit: October 2023
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Nags Head Abercych, Owner at Nags Head Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 4 weeks ago

Thank you for this excellent review. We look forward to welcoming you both back in the New Year - have a great Christmas and diolch x

Reviewed 23 October 2023

My wife and dined her on Saturday night and it was utterly delightful: welcoming and attentive staff, warm and lively atmosphere and the food across the two courses we had was superb. Well seasoned, delicious and very more-ish. Also loved a couple pints of the...local beer. I’d definitely recommend and will rtn. Thank you.More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Nags Head Abercych, Owner at Nags Head Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 4 weeks ago

Thank for this amazing review and for recommending us so highly. You could be right with your comment of "Best in the West" as we have just won "Best Pub" at the prestigious Visit Pembrokeshire Croeso 2023 awards. Diolch.

Reviewed 16 October 2023 via mobile

I had the pleasure of staying at The Nags Head a few days ago. My first impression was what a beautiful pub in a lovely location. The inside more than matched the exterior. A beautiful layout with rustic furnishings. The staff were attentive and the...service was super fast. I ordered a small coffee and it came out what practically felt like seconds later. A bug bear is having to wait ages for table water. Again, literally seconds after we asked for water iy was on the table. Sounds minor but it's this level of detail that sets apart good from great places. Very impressive to say the least. Having read other reviews I admittedly had high expectations on the food. I was not disappointed. My wife and I both ordered the lamb and it was delicious, as were the starters. This was tasty good food that felt reasonably priced too given the quality. In summary I loved this place and hope to visit again should we ever return to the area some day. Thank you for helping to make our anniversary weekend as special as it was.More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Nags Head Abercych, Owner at Nags Head Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 21 October 2023

Thank you for this wonderful review, it's much appreciated by the whole team. We are also delighted that you enjoyed your B&B stay, the amazing location and your dining experience with us here at The Nags Head. We look forward to welcoming you back for...More

Reviewed 15 October 2023 via mobile

Lovely friendly pub with great rooms. Food was excellent and all the staff and locals friendly. Room was great, modern and very clean with a view of the river. Comfortable bed and good shower. Everything you need for a comfortable stay

Date of visit: October 2023
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Nags Head Abercych, Owner at Nags Head Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 21 October 2023

Thank you for this "great" review, we are delighted that you enjoyed both your B&B stay and your dining experience with us at The Nags Head. All the very best, Diolch.

Reviewed 13 October 2023 via mobile

Our last visit here was just after covid so sat outside then. This time we visited at lunchtime and so glad we did as what a gorgeous pub/restaurant serving locally sourced food and beers. Lovely selection of starters , mains and puddings well presented and...all at reasonable prices. Well worth a visit and we'll done to the owners for using locally sourced ingredients to help the local economyMore

Date of visit: October 2023
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Nags Head Abercych, Owner at Nags Head Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 15 October 2023

Thank you for this gem of a review, it's much appreciated by the whole team here at the Nags. Despite huge cost increases in the last 12 months, we always try to ensure that we offer good value dining experience whilst not compromising on quality....More

Reviewed 24 September 2023

Stayed here 2 nights ago . Beautiful country pub with ample parking in a picturesque spot . The staff were very friendly and accommodating. The room was spotless and beautifully decorated, all brand new . Bed was very comfortable. Evening meal was absolutely delicious as...was the breakfast . Highly recommend and would go again for a weekend treat xMore

Date of visit: September 2023
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Nags Head Abercych, Owner at Nags Head Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 10 October 2023

Thank you for this outstanding review, it's much appreciated by the hard working team here at the Nags Head. Diolch.

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  • Food: 4.5
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  • Value: 4.5
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