Bill's Restaurant & Bar - Cardiff Bay

4.2 (1642)

£25 and under

British

Pilotage Building, Stuart Street, Cardiff, Cardiff CF10 5BW

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Bill's Restaurant & Bar - Cardiff Bay

4.2

£25 and under

British

Cardiff

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2 people

26 Oct 2026

19:00

Booked 50 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Great for brunch
Good for groups
Lively

Discover a hidden gem when at Bill's restaurant in Cardiff Bay. Follow your nose and the sound of clinking glasses, and you'll find us nestled within the Pilotage Building, a historic building with colourful interiors that feel like home. We cater to your cravings from 8am 'til late. Whether you fancy a leisurely breakfast, a delicious lunch or a lively evening with cocktails, we've got you covered. Our menu features a range of your favourite dishes, all served with a touch of Bill's magic.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
British, Breakfast, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 08:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 08:00–22:00 Sun 09:00–21:00
Contact
Contact the restaurant
Website
https://bills-website.co.uk/restaurants/cardiff-bay/
Payment Options
Cash not accepted
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
Pilotage Building, Stuart Street, Cardiff, Cardiff CF10 5BW
Area
Cardiff
Parking Details
None
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Vegan, Wi-Fi available

Experiences

Early Bird Christmas Set Menu
£29.95 per person
1 - 20 people
12 Nov 2026 - 30 Nov 2026
Enjoy a festive three course feast for just £29.95 EARLY BIRD OFFER: Book & Dine on our festive set menu between the 12th - 30th November. Relax, with our festive set menu, we've got you covered. Simply choose from our handpicked range of party starters, main events and Christmas puds, and leave the rest to your taste buds. We will be in touch nearer the time to take your pre order. Orders are required 7 days ahead of the booking to guarantee menu availability.
Christmas Set Menu
£35.95 per person
1 - 20 people
1 Dec 2026 - 30 Dec 2026
A festive three course feast for £35.95. Relax, with our festive set menu, we've got you covered. Simply choose from our handpicked range of party starters, main events and Christmas puds, and leave the rest to your taste buds. We will be in touch nearer the time to take your pre order. Orders are required 7 days ahead of the booking to guarantee menu availability.
Heritage Lunch Menu
£17.95 per person
1 - 15 people
3 Mar 2026 - 11 Nov 2026
Old favourites, made fresh. Seasonal, colourful, feel-good dishes. From our roots, reimagined for today. Unmistakably Bill's. 2 courses for £17.95 or 3 courses for £21.95. Monday - Friday 11:30am - 4pm.

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4.2

(1642)

4.1Food
4.3Service
4.3Ambience
4.1Value

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1,642 Reviews

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SANDRA
South Wales2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 4 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was delicious. The staff were very helpful.
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Caroline
Greater Boston1 review
1.0
Dined on 3 October 2026
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Service was poor as didn’t get any food for 70 mins. Had drinks but no one asked if we wanted more. No one asked if our food was ok, no one brought the sauces we asked for. Most people’s food was good but one was cold. Service charge was removed and drinks given free of charge as compensation. Disappointing to have the experience, but they tried to make up for it.
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Philip Gold
South Wales26 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I booked Bills as a birthday treat for my friend. On arrival we were greeted by a very friendly and polite server who asked where we’d like to sit. I ordered the pork belly and my friend ordered the bourbon burger. We also had a side of mixed bread with olive oil dip. We both thoroughly enjoyed our meals. The pork belly was very succulent and melted in the mouth. My friend said it was the nicest burger he’d had in a long time. Drinks and food were served quickly considering it was quite busy. A very enjoyable meal.
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Philip Gold
South Wales26 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 August 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I booked a meal at Bills as I had a busy day and wanted to eat out. I had the chicken shawarma as it’s a favourite dish of mine. I didn’t have to wait long. Chicken was grilled nicely and plenty of it. The flat bread was toasted just right. Another enjoyable meal and as usual great service from the team.
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Gareth
Hampshire1 review
2.0
Dined on 16 August 2026
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Food was underwhelming and came out luke warm. It took 45min for my coffee to arrive, coffees arrived after 30min and my order was wrong so went back and then nothing for another 15minutes. I asked the manager, he said he would be with me in a minute and then totally ignored me. Has to ask another waiter and then 45min later once my food was basically finished it arrived. The coffee was also very underwhelming. I would not recommend for breakfast.
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pat
South Wales7 reviews
3.0
Dined on 16 August 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
We entered Bills, which we have been to many times before and the Manager was a little curt and said we were early, which we were a little early, and he sat us down. We were willing to leave and come back in five minutes as we were early, but he didnt take us upon on that. After a while he came over with the menu's. Didn't ask if we were okay to sit where we were sitting, as he had directed us there as it was near to the door when we came in. We ordered our food from a waitress and when the food came two of the meals had eggs on them which we hadn't ordered. We told a passing waiter and he took them away (he was a different man to the man who let us in and this waiter was much more polite). To cut a long story short we eventually had our food and it was okay. Then a waiter came up and very kindly offered us a free coffee because of the error with the eggs, bearing in mind that I am vegan and don't eat eggs. He was lovely and very kind to us. On the way out I asked the same man that let us in if he would give my "thanks to the gentleman who gave us the complimentary coffee" and he said in a sharp voice that he would. We are really trying to decide if we will return to Bills again. The female waitress was very polite and apologised for the error with the eggs and said it was an error on the part of "upstairs", and as Ive said the waiter who gave us the complimentary coffee was very nice, friendly and respectful to us. However the whole experience wasn't a pleasant experience and we felt very sad and disappointed about that. When I saw receipt when I arrived home there had been an optional 12.5% gratuity added to the bill. I must be honest if I had seen that I would have asked for it to be reduced to 5% or not given one at all, simply because of the whole attitude of the waiter/owner who had let us in initially and who was quite curt with me when I mentioned my thanks to the gentleman who had been very nice to us. The background music was lovely.
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Philip Gold
South Wales26 reviews
5.0
Dined on 21 July 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We booked a family lunch at Bills as we were spending time around Cardiff bay. It was very busy but we were still served quickly. The children had pasta and meat balls and chicken tenders and myself and the children’s dad had the barbecue tray. The children enjoyed their meals as did we. The barbecue trays were packed with chicken and pork belly and a big juicy pork and black pepper sausage, all were very tasty. Service was excellent as usual. Will definitely go back for the barbecue tray.
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Deborah
South Wales1 review
1.0
Dined on 15 May 2026
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Probably one of the worst meals I’ve had in a long time. Disappointing as Bills usually don’t disappoint. My chicken burger was more batter than chicken and my husbands steak which should have been medium rare was very well done and the chips were cold. Even with the discount code it was not worth the money.
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Philip Gold
South Wales26 reviews
5.0
Dined on 27 April 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I booked in for breakfast as I fancied eating out. I ordered the scrambled eggs on toast with bacon. The eggs and bacon were cooked perfectly. Great service with a smile. Great start to a busy day.
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Sian
London12 reviews
4.0
Dined on 25 April 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
All ok . Server was quick and attentive . Dessert was nice
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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
British, Breakfast, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 08:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 08:00–22:00 Sun 09:00–21:00
Contact
Contact the restaurant
Website
https://bills-website.co.uk/restaurants/cardiff-bay/
Payment Options
Cash not accepted
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
Pilotage Building, Stuart Street, Cardiff, Cardiff CF10 5BW
Area
Cardiff
Parking Details
None
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Vegan, Wi-Fi available

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17 August 2026
All Bill's UK locations available on OpenTable
Few dining groups have shaped the British high street quite like Bill’s Restaurant & Bar. From coastal market towns to urban shopping destinations, the brand has become one of the UK’s most recognisable all-day dining institutions — built on the idea that quality British cooking shouldn’t be reserved for special occasions. The UK’s food scene rewards consistency, warmth, and a menu broad enough to suit everyone at the table. Bill’s, founded by Bill Collison in Lewes, East Sussex, has delivered on all three across 50 locations from Edinburgh to Eastbourne. Whether it’s a lazy Saturday brunch with bottomless buttermilk pancakes, a lunch set menu for a midweek catch-up, or cocktails before an evening out, every Bill’s location carries the same unpretentious spirit and commitment to seasonal British cooking that made the original Lewes restaurant worth expanding. With a dog-friendly policy, gluten-free options, and a welcome that extends to families as readily as couples and work groups, Bill’s has become the answer to the question of where to eat when everyone needs to agree. Explore the best family restaurants in the UK with Bill’s Restaurant & Bar — book on OpenTable, and earn loyalty points for every single reservation.
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FAQs

For a quieter visit, try Bill's on a Monday lunchtime, guests note a pleasant, not-full midday atmosphere; if you're going to a show, Bill's is a popular spot for pre-theatre meals and often fills before performances.

Bill's Cardiff Bay has a cosy indoor dining space with colourful interiors and outdoor seating/patio, and the venue accepts private parties.

Yes, Bill's Cardiff Bay is family-friendly: guests regularly bring children who enjoy dishes like pasta and chicken tenders, and staff are praised for being attentive and great with kids.

Yes, guests report that Bill's welcomes dogs, with visitors bringing puppies and dogs and some noting staff even treated dogs kindly.

Sunday is a favourite, guests consistently praise Bill's Cardiff Bay for an excellent Sunday lunch experience.

Yes, Bill's Restaurant & Bar - Cardiff Bay welcomes private parties, and guests have used the space for birthday lunches and group celebrations.

Bill’s Cardiff Bay feels colourful and homely inside the Pilotage Building, with a relaxed, welcoming vibe, guests note low-volume music, light spacious areas overlooking outdoor seating, and dimmed, candlelit evenings at Christmas.

Guests do bring dogs to Bill’s Cardiff Bay, reviewers note dogs being welcome, with staff attentive enough to provide water and even an ice-cream treat.

Casual dress, comfortable, everyday clothing is entirely appropriate; nothing formal is expected.

Bill’s Cardiff Bay frequently fills up at peak times, guests report queues and very busy service during holidays and popular evenings; Monday lunchtimes and at least one Sunday evening visit were noticeably calmer.

Guests often describe the portions as generous, breakfasts are called generous and barbecue trays are frequently described as packed and filling.

Yes, several guests chose Bill's Cardiff Bay for anniversaries and special evenings, praising attentive service and a dimmed, candlelit ambience that made nights feel special.

Yes, Bill’s Cardiff Bay offers outdoor seating: guests describe sitting outside in the sunshine and the dining area overlooks the outdoor seating.

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Bill's Restaurant & Bar - Cardiff Bay

4.2

£25 and under

British

Cardiff

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2 people

26 Oct 2026

19:00

Booked 50 times today

Experiences are available.

Bill's Restaurant & Bar - Cardiff Bay

Make a booking

Bill's Restaurant & Bar - Cardiff Bay

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Early Bird Christmas Set Menu

Christmas Set Menu

Heritage Lunch Menu

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Dining areas

Additional information

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