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16 Best Restaurants in Conwy

Curated itineraries and seasonal editorial for deeper, slower exploration.

  • Audience: Food and drink travellers, couples, families
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Restaurant dining in Conwy old town

Conwy is many things: a well-preserved medieval town, a World Heritage destination, and a strong base for beaches, mountains, and nearby North Wales day trips.

For a small town, the restaurant range is surprisingly deep. You will find Michelin-mentioned dining, Welsh produce-led menus, and straightforward local favourites all within easy reach.

Contents

  1. Signatures (GBP GBP GBP)
  2. The Erskine Arms (GBP GBP)
  3. 2 The Square (GBP)
  4. Jalsa Tandoori Restaurant (GBP GBP)
  5. Johnny Dough’s at the Bridge (GBP GBP)
  6. Bryn Morfa Restaurant & Bar (GBP GBP)
  7. Alfredo’s Italian Restaurant (GBP GBP)
  8. Fisherman’s Fish & Chip Shop (GBP)
  9. The Jackdaw Conwy (GBP GBP GBP)
  10. Upstairs At Anna’s (GBP GBP)
  11. The Manor Bar & Restaurant (GBP GBP)
  12. The Old White House (GBP GBP)
  13. Lava (GBP GBP)
  14. Watson’s Bistro (GBP GBP GBP)
  15. Conwy Kebab, Burger, and Pizza House (GBP)
  16. M&J Bistro (GBP GBP)

Signatures (GBP GBP GBP)

Signatures is a contemporary British restaurant on the North Wales coast, based at the Aberconwy Resort and Spa. It is Michelin Guide listed and has won Welsh restaurant awards more than once.

The open kitchen and polished dining room frame a menu of refined plates, from seafood-led starters to ambitious mains and strong dessert pairings.

The Erskine Arms (GBP GBP)

Set inside a Georgian coaching inn near Conwy Castle, The Erskine Arms combines historic character with broad, locally-driven menus.

You can go light with small plates, order full pub classics, or visit for Sunday roast. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are usually available.

2 The Square (GBP)

2 The Square is a bright, casual cafe good for breakfast, lunch, and tea breaks. Expect homemade soup, sandwiches, bakes, and a steady coffee-and-cake flow.

Breakfast choices include full Welsh and vegetarian/vegan options, with window seats that make it a good stop for watching Conwy life pass by.

Jalsa Tandoori Restaurant (GBP GBP)

For a break from Welsh and British staples, Jalsa is a long-standing local pick for Bangladeshi cooking in central Conwy.

Classic curries, biryani, tikka, and house favourites make it a reliable value option near the castle walls.

Johnny Dough’s at the Bridge (GBP GBP)

Johnny Dough’s built its name on wood-fired pizza and good local beer selection. The menu balances familiar pizzas with more creative topping combinations.

Sides, desserts, and vegan options make it flexible for mixed groups and families.

Bryn Morfa Restaurant & Bar (GBP GBP)

Just outside town near Morfa Beach, Bryn Morfa focuses on generous pub-style cooking built around local sourcing.

It is a comfortable setting for Welsh and British favourites, including Sunday roasts and straightforward, hearty mains.

Alfredo’s Italian Restaurant (GBP GBP)

A Conwy staple for decades, Alfredo’s delivers a classic Italian dining-room style and broad menu coverage.

Expect antipasti, pizzas, pasta, and meat/seafood mains, with evening-only service and regular local support.

Fisherman’s Fish & Chip Shop (GBP)

Family-run since the 1980s, Fisherman’s is known for traditional fish and chips with clear sustainability focus.

British potatoes, responsibly managed oil practices, and MSC-certified fish are central to its approach.

The Jackdaw Conwy (GBP GBP GBP)

The Jackdaw is a high-end, intimate addition to Conwy’s food scene with modern presentation and tightly edited menus.

Led by chef Nick Rudge, the offering includes a la carte and tasting formats focused on Welsh produce and precise technique.

Upstairs At Anna’s (GBP GBP)

Upstairs At Anna’s blends period-building charm with an elegant interior and all-day style offering.

Breakfasts, lunch plates, cocktails, and afternoon tea are all part of the draw, especially for visitors seeking a dressed-up tea stop.

The Manor Bar & Restaurant (GBP GBP)

Part of a 19th-century manor setting, The Manor offers scenic dining and a broad range of menus.

From light lunches to Sunday options, afternoon tea, and family-focused choices, it works well for mixed preferences.

The Old White House (GBP GBP)

The Old White House combines pub and restaurant appeal with indoor and terrace seating.

Menus cover staples from burgers and pies to steaks and curry, with occasional live events adding atmosphere.

Lava (GBP GBP)

Lava is known for hot-stone dining, where steak and fish are finished at the table to your preferred doneness.

Its strong ranking among Conwy diners is built on that interactive style, broad protein choices, and rich dessert options.

Watson’s Bistro (GBP GBP GBP)

Watson’s Bistro is a small family-run venue with prix fixe structure and frequent changing specials.

Menus highlight local produce and include gluten-free friendly options across starters and mains.

Conwy Kebab, Burger, and Pizza House (GBP)

For quick takeaway and late casual food, this straightforward spot delivers exactly what the name suggests.

Kebabs, burgers, pizzas, and fried items are prepared quickly, making it convenient for grab-and-go plans.

M&J Bistro (GBP GBP)

Popular after visits to Aberconwy House, M&J Bistro mixes classic cafe choices with Mediterranean touches.

It is also well liked for house-made bakes and a warm, simple dine-in atmosphere.

Practical note: menus, opening hours, and service times can change. Check directly with each venue before visiting.