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Aberdunant Hall

4.8 (1181)
£25 and under
British
Prenteg, Porthmadog, Gwynedd LL49 9SR

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Aberdunant Hall

4.8
£25 and under
British
Porthmadog

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 4 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
Welcome to Aberdunant Hall, voted in the Top 50 Hotel Restaurants in the UK 2025. A relaxed yet upscale setting, perfect for special occasions, family dining, holiday makers & local residents.

We are dog friendly & family friendly, with a children’s play area & Kids Eat Free offers (T’s & C’s apply). Dogs are welcome in our designated dining area with prior notice.

During school holidays, enjoy Flames, our outdoor pizzeria on the heated terrace at weekends, plus live entertainment Thursday & Saturday.

Our bar offers local ales, quality wines and cocktails, served by our friendly team.

Menus are available throughout the week, including our popular Sunday Carvery (12:00 to 8:00pm). Dinner is served from 5:00pm to 8:45pm.

We are well known for our fabulous steaks and Sunday Carvery, alongside classics & our famous cheesecake. Most dietary needs catered for.

Afternoon teas are available with 24 hours advance booking. See website for details. Breakfast served daily 8:00 to 9:45am.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Gastro Pub, Breakfast
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 08:00–09:45 Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00–22:30 Fri, Sat 12:00–23:00 Lunch Sun 12:00–19:45 Afternoon Tea Mon–Sat 14:00–17:00 Dinner Mon–Sat 17:00–20:45
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Adam Ellis
  • Area
    Porthmadog
  • Cross street
    100 yards from village of Prenteg, towards Beddgelert
  • Parking Details
    Free Parking on site
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Aberdunant Hall.

4.8

4.8
(1181)
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.7Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • North Wales

    Best Overall

  • North Wales

    Best Food

  • North Wales

    Best Service

  • North Wales

    Best Ambience

  • North Wales

    Best Value

  • North Wales

    Good for groups

  • North Wales

    Healthy

  • North Wales

    Great for fine wines

  • North Wales

    Good for special occasions

  • North Wales

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Aberdunant Hall offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent food" and "friendly, attentive staff." Guests rave about the "superb meals," including the standout "vanilla cheesecake" and "perfect Sunday carvery." With a "lovely setting" and "great atmosphere," it's a cherished destination for both regulars and newcomers.
1,181 Reviews
  1. Terence

    North Wales8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 November 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Quality food , good value for money. Plenty of choice.Lovely setting .

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  2. Antony

    North Wales2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 29 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a fabulous time, meal was superb, service was outstanding, we come every year and it’s great to see staff that have been there year upon year and it’s great that they recognise you and want to engage with you, it’s why my family always return, keep up the great service

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  3. Alex

    London5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Welcoming, friendly service and excellent food - the vanilla cheesecake was outstanding!

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  4. richard

    Northampton/Northamptonshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 17 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic evening, great service and 5 stars for the food. Team were welcoming, attentive and a pleasure. Thoroughly enjoyed our evening!

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  5. Lillian

    North Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 17 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was absolutely stunning. We were a table of 3 (2 adults and a 7yo child) and the staff were fabulous, especially with our child. We had the sharer starter of baked camembert, the Welsh featherblade of Beef and Aberdunant burger for main and the chocolate & honeycomb cheesecake for dessert and everything was beautiful. Our child had 3 courses off the children's menu and also had a colouring sheet to keep him occupied. We dined at 6pm and it wasn't busy or noisy. By time we had finished, there were quite a few people in the bar area but the noise was not excessive. The ambiance was not ruined by more people beinv in the bar area. Would definitely dine here again

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  6. Rosemary

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 9 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful restaurant, cosy, welcoming and lovely decor. The food is freshly made and prepared with care and presented beautifully. We had a New Zealand Sauvignon blanc which was excellent. The staff were very attentive, however they need to be reminded not to clear plates away until all diners are finished. We would definitely return, when in the area.
    Aberdunant HallResponded on 11 October 2026
    Thank you for your lovely review. We are delighted you enjoyed the warm and welcoming atmosphere of our restaurant, along with the freshly prepared food, presentation and your choice of wine. It's particularly pleasing to hear your kind comments about our attentive team. We also appreciate your observation regarding clearing plates and will certainly remind the team of the importance of allowing all guests to finish their meals before clearing the table. Thank you again for your thoughtful feedback. It's wonderful to hear that you would return, and we look forward to welcoming you back to Aberdunant when you're next in the area!

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  7. Gagandeep

    London1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 5 October 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Restaurant at Aberdent hall. The breakfast is not bad but for £14 p/p maybe a little too much
    Aberdunant HallResponded on 9 October 2026
    Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are pleased you enjoyed your breakfast, although we appreciate that value for money can be a matter of personal opinion. At £14 per person, our breakfast includes a full continental selection alongside our hot breakfast buffet, with unlimited bean to cup coffees, teas and fruit juices, all included in the price. We believe this offers our guests a generous breakfast with plenty of choice and good value for money. Thank you again for your feedback, and we hope to welcome you back to Aberdunant in the future.

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  8. Sue

    Staffordshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 4 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful place and ambience. Starter and pudding were divine. Carvery was nice but would have benefitted from the cauliflower cheese/creamed leeks being stirred so didn’t look congealed. Roast potatoes were hard. Beef was overcooked but that’s my personal preference. Will still go back but just slightly disappointed with the carvery.
    Aberdunant HallResponded on 9 October 2026
    Thank you for your lovely comments about Aberdunant and our restaurant. We are delighted you enjoyed the atmosphere and that your starter and dessert were such a highlight. We are sorry that some elements of the carvery didn't quite meet your expectations. We appreciate your constructive feedback and I will certainly pass your comments on to our kitchen team. It is lovely to hear that you still plan to return, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another visit.

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  9. Ellen

    North Wales3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 4 October 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Very long time waiting. The staff seem very rushed off their feet! The carrots and cabbage were almost raw, don't think they had seen a pan of boiling water! My roast beef was mostly fat and quite chewy! My son had the lamb and he said that was lovely. Asked for a menu to look at desserts, half an hour later still not got one so fetched one myself. Then waited another 15 minutes and had to ask for someone to take our order! The old grey haired man who collects plates was very rude! Seemed like he doesn't want to be there and has no social skills! We came here last year while on holiday and it was lovely, that's why we booked again. It has gone downhill since last year. Probably won't come again. Stick to Toby Carvery in future. Quite disappointed Ellen
    Aberdunant HallResponded on 9 October 2026
    Thank you for your feedback. We are genuinely surprised and saddened by your review, particularly as you enjoyed your previous visit and we regularly receive lovely comments about our food and service. We are sorry your carvery did not meet your expectations and particularly regret the delays with dessert service. Regarding Neil, he is frequently praised for his kindness and customer care. He recalls assisting an elderly gentleman when you approached him and politely asking you to bear with him. We are sorry if this came across differently than intended. We value our returning guests and are disappointed that this visit did not match your previous experience. We sincerely hope you will consider returning in the future.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Norfolk/Suffolk1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 4 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was very good, nice and fresh. The lamb was nice and pink and very tasty. The vegetables were nicely cooked, not overdone. The apple crumble was delicious and not a small portion. The service was professional and friendly. All in a a very pleasant lunch, and not expensive.
    Aberdunant HallResponded on 9 October 2026
    Thank you for your lovely review. We are delighted you enjoyed your Sunday lunch, particularly the lamb, freshly prepared vegetables and our apple crumble! It's especially pleasing to hear that you found the service both professional and friendly, and felt your meal offered good value for money. We really appreciate your kind comments and look forward to welcoming you back to Aberdunant again soon.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Gastro Pub, Breakfast
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 08:00–09:45 Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00–22:30 Fri, Sat 12:00–23:00 Lunch Sun 12:00–19:45 Afternoon Tea Mon–Sat 14:00–17:00 Dinner Mon–Sat 17:00–20:45
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Adam Ellis
  • Area
    Porthmadog
  • Cross street
    100 yards from village of Prenteg, towards Beddgelert
  • Parking Details
    Free Parking on site
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Yes, Aberdunant Hall accepts private parties, and guests report being given a private area for family celebrations such as an 80th birthday.

Portions at Aberdunant Hall are consistently described as generous, guests often praise the hearty carvery and large helping sizes.

Yes, Aberdunant Hall describes itself as dog friendly and welcomes dogs in a designated dining area with prior notice.

Yes, Aberdunant Hall has outdoor seating: a heated terrace where the Flames outdoor pizzeria operates at weekends, and guests often enjoy pizzas and drinks out on the terrace.

Yes, the team asks for prior notice for certain requests: dogs may be welcomed in a designated dining area with prior notice, afternoon teas require 24 hours’ advance booking, and the hotel says most dietary needs are catered for.

Aberdunant Hall feels relaxed yet upscale, guests note soft lighting, quiet background music, cosy corners by the fireplace and a pleasant terrace, making it welcoming for family meals and special occasions.

Yes, Aberdunant Hall welcomes dogs in a designated dining area (please give prior notice), making it a practical choice for diners bringing their pets.

Yes, Aberdunant Hall's relaxed yet upscale setting, soft lighting and quiet music, plus several anniversary visits, make it a lovely choice for a special evening.

For a lively night, head to Aberdunant Hall on Saturday evenings when the heated terrace runs Flames pizza with live music; for a calmer, relaxed visit try the Sunday carvery midday–evening.

Sunday is a favourite for the restaurant's popular Sunday Carvery (12:00 to 8:00pm), while Saturday evenings are great for pizza on the terrace with live music.

Aberdunant Hall gets busiest around its weekend terrace pizza and live-music nights (the Flames pizzeria and entertainment on Thursdays and Saturdays), so booking is advised; Sunday evenings, including the Sunday carvery, are often much quieter and more relaxed.

Smart casual, aim for polished but relaxed attire that suits a comfortable, slightly upscale hotel-restaurant setting.

Yes, Aberdunant Hall is family friendly, with a children’s play area and Kids Eat Free offers, and guests report staff who are welcoming and happy to accommodate families.

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Aberdunant Hall

4.8
£25 and under
British
Porthmadog

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 4 times today
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