We’ve all been on long road trips where we’ve been craving food, but the grub from the services just won’t hit the spot.
What you need is a good pub meal. But there is nothing worse than having to do a major detour off the motorway to find the perfect spot.
Well if you are travelling along the M4, Reddit has provided the solution.
Where are the best pubs off the M4 for food? Read on to find out. (Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto) One user posed the question recently: “[What are the] Best pubs for food, Near the M4, between Cardiff and Swansea?”
From The Brit Pub (Cwmafan) to the Steak and Stamp (Pencoed), fellow Reddit users had plenty of suggestions.
Best South Wales pubs for food near the M4
The best south Wales pubs for food near the M4, according to Reddit users, are:
The Pheasant (Pen-y-fai)
Address: Church Rd, Pen-y-fai, Bridgend, CF31 4LY
Tripadvisor rating: 4/5 (476 reviews)
A visitor to The Pheasant, on Tripadvisor, commented: “Brilliant lunch, food is excellent, staff were superb. Well worth a visit anytime.
“Can get very busy as it can be very popular but always provide great food & a great experience.”
Steak and Stamp (Pencoed)
Address: 13 Penybont Rd, Pencoed, Bridgend, CF35 5PY
Tripadvisor rating: 4.5/5 (316 reviews)
One person, commenting about their visit on Tripadvisor, said: “Oh my….we came having heard good things and we were not disappointed.
“The steak was cooked to our liking and the atmosphere was cosy and friendly. The wine was lovely and reasonably priced.
“This was the best steak both of us had ever had. The mozzarella sticks as a side were good too! Highly recommend this small independent restaurant.”
The Castell Mynach (Pontyclun)
Address: Groesfaen, Llantrisant Rd, Pontyclun, CF72 8PN
Tripadvisor rating: 3.5/5 (770 reviews)
A happy customer who left a review on Tripadvisor said: “Visited on a recommendation, the service, and food were first class.
“One of the best pub meals I have ever had. Will be visiting again, I visit the area about once a month.”
Afan Tavern (Cwmafan)
Address: Jersey Terrace, Cwmafan, Port Talbot, SA12 9AS
Tripadvisor rating: 4.5/5 (408 reviews)
A Tripadvisor review about the Afan Tavern said: “Fab restaurant, friendly atmosphere and 5-star staff. Food is excellent generous portions and reasonably priced.
“Highly recommend and will return.”
The Brit Pub (Cwmafan)
Address: London Row, Cwmafan, Port Talbot, SA12 9AH
Tripadvisor rating: 4.5/5 (859 reviews)
Another happy customer, writing a review on Tripadvisor, posted: “Absolute Gem of a place, feels like you’re in the Cotswolds, with the age of the pub.
“Relaxed cosy environment, with live music on the weekend, beautiful gardens out the back for Al Fresco dining, cosy log fire for the winter.
“Food is out of this world, and the staff and owners are so friendly they can’t do enough for you.”
El Prado Bar and Restaurant (Laleston)
Address: 15 High St, Laleston, Bridgend, CF32 0LD
Tripadvisor rating: 4/5 (424 reviews)
One person, commenting about their time at El Prado on Tripadvisor, said: “Simply great, amazing food outstanding service.
“Dif[f]erent as you have to order in the counter, but why not if you have such a food exhibition. Quality product, a real Gem! Will be back, shame is a 3-hour drive from home.”
Miskin Arms (Miskin)
Address: Hensol Rd, Miskin, Pontyclun, CF72 8JQ
Tripadvisor rating: 4/5 (762 reviews)
A review on Tripadvisor about the Miskin Arms read: “After a long and tiring day, we just rocked up and asked for a table.
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“No reservation, no problem. We had a drink at the bar and sat outside in the sunshine until our table was ready.
“Great choice of food, great service, lovely Spanish atmosphere (thank you, Juan). Highly recommended.”
Did your favourite pub make it onto the list? If not, let us know your favourite in the comments below.