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One thing that Cardiff is not short of is bars and clubs, with more than 350 at present. More are being added constantly. Around the vicinity of St Mary St and in front of the castle you will find the busiest bars and clubs with a good mix of the traditional and contemporary.
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During the Spring and Summer months some bars in the Café Quarter along Mill lane
take on a continental feel as tables and chairs appear beneath umbrellas.
The new trend towards café bars allows you to enjoy a cappuccino and a bite to eat, and of
course a pint. That said, there are still plenty of traditional Cardiff Pubs & Clubs that serve the
local specialities such as the famous Brains bitter.
Hard Rock Café
Located in the centre of town, a quick two-minute walk from the Millennium
Stadium, the Hard Rock Cafe Cardiff sits on the corner of St. Mary's Street and
Caroline Street in The Brewery Quarter. Offering an incredible array of rock
memorabilia, fabulous thirst quenching drinks, a killer menu and the rock n' roll
attitude we're famous for, the Hard Rock Cafe Cardiff is one destination you won't
want to miss!
Ha Ha’s
Bar/Restaurant chain on Greyfriars Road opposite Hilton Hotel:
great place for a chill out and a chat.
The Yard Bar and Kitchen
Simply put: the jewel in the crown of the Brains Brewery empire. Opened on the
site of the old brewery (and Albert pub) this city centre bar is possibly the most
stylish yet in Cardiff. It's also one of the BIGGEST bars in Cardiff with a total
capacity in excess of 800!
St Mary Street, Cardiff
Edwards
Edwards is an over 21's venue and is on three levels, it must be said that the
conversion from the run down Royal Hotel into this contemporary designed bar is
excellent. It is certainly a one stop venue where you can eat, drink and dance.
St Mary Street, Cardiff
O’Neills St Mary St
The larger of the two O'Neill's bars in Cardiff - this one could be classed as a
nightclub for the non-clubbers!
Little O'Neills
The original Irish bar in Cardiff city centre. A good place to start your evening - Little
O'Neills as it has become known (due to the Big O'Neills on St Mary Street) always
has a good atmosphere especially on match days.
21 Trinity Street, Cardiff
The Toad at the Exhibition
The Toad can be found in 'the old library building' just off the Hayes in the centre of
Cardiff. It's quite popular with shoppers and office workers over lunch and night it's
a great venue to really let your hair down.
Henry's Cafe Bar
Henry's large glazed façade provides a link between the comfort of the large open
plan interior and the street outside. Popular with professionals and students alike
Henry's is a great place to socialise or to watch the major sporting events on the
big screen. Food is served with style and finesse every day all day with a wide
ranging menu to suit every taste and full table service.
Park Place, Cardiff.
Cantaloop
Cantaloop Lounge Bar Kitchen is a brand new concept in stylish drinking, dining
and entertainment, where exceptional levels of customer service and the quality of
our product is of the utmost importance.
Park Place, Cardiff
Copa
Formerly known as the Glassworks, this city centre bar has undergone a revamp
and has been re-incarnated as Copa.
4 Wharton Street, Cardiff
Is It?
A trendy bar/eatery in Wharton Street - just opposite Howells department store.
This place makes a good venue for both the day and night.
Dempseys
Opposite Cardiff Castle, is a relatively small but very friendly Irish pub.
Nothing fancy - just a typical spit n sawdust pub with no pretences to
being anything other than that.
The Gatekeeper
The big brash face of corporate pubbing. The drinks are cheap, the place is packed
and the atmosphere is manic. JD Wetherspoons run 4 city centre bars in Cardiff -
The Gatekeeper being one of the largest. Located on Westgate Street, just opposite
the Millennium Stadium, this pub is a BIG favourite with the match day crowds.
Callaghans
What more could you ask for - a large Irish bar located right alongside the
Millennium Stadium walkway. You can be stood at the bar drinking your Guinness
one minute, and in your seat in the stadium.
Clubs
Oceana
With a capacity of 3000 people the biggest nightclub in Cardiff. Oceana consists of two main
rooms, one with popular dance and the other being R n' B. Oceana also has a chill out area
with clubbers can get a rest and just chill out. Downstairs in Oceana they have a bar which
also has a dance floor playing all types of music. So if you have different tastes Oceana
could be the place for you.
Park Place, Cardiff
Evolution
In in many clubbers views the best nightclub in Cardiff. Evolution is based in Cardiff Bay, 10
min away from the main city centre. Evolution consists of two rooms, room one being dance,
with the resident dj kriss hill and room two consisting of all types of music through heavy
Rock, RNB, Dance with dj richie.
Atlantic Wharf, Cardiff Bay
No.10 VIP Champagne Bar & Night Club
Cardiff's Exclusive London Style Members Night Club, situated in the popular Mill Lane area
of Cardiff's City Centre. Cardiff's Premier VIP venue.
Red Rooms
Intimate club spread over three floors. Host to various monthly Friday events including En
Rouge, Journey, Superchunk and also Wierd Wales every Saturday. Mainly house music but
some other styles as well.
1-2 Mill Lane, Cardiff.
Contis Lounge Bar, Restaurant & Night Club, Cafe Quarter
Conti’s formula is simple and casual. Sit inside or alfresco and chat for as long as you like! At
Conti’s Brunch can start off your day, or for lunch it is the perfect getaway from the office or
wherever. In the evening, Conti’s is the place to unwind. Enjoy cocktails or fine wines along
with a complimentary taste of our light bar bites or one of our special drinks offers.
The Union
3 Churchill Way (Next to virgin megastore), Cardiff.
Wish
SEXY, EXTROVERT AND GLAMOROUS, WISH IS WALES’ NEWEST & HOTTEST
NIGHTCLUB, PROVIDING A STIMULATING TREAT TO ALL THE SENSES BY SETTING A
NEW STANDARD IN HIP & COOL. WISH IS A STYLISH MIX OF AN ULTRA AN CHIC
PARTY SCENE AND CELEBRITY LADEN ENVIRONMENT.. 5-9 Church Street.
Zync
Amazing sun terrace and food til 7 ish pm, stylish new bar great djs and open til 4 am on
Friday and Saturday, serving alcohol til 3.30.Great Latino nit in a Tuesday. On a Wednesday
and Thursday its a great place to chill with mates.
St Mary St, Cardiff.
Liquid (& Life)
Liquid is a twin scene venue with a 360 degree balcony, 10 screens of entertainment, laser
lighting, projectors and a sound system that will meet all your clubbing requirements.
St Mary St., Cardiff.
Philharmonic
Since being introduced to its new glitzy neighbours (Liquid et al) – the Philharmonic has
undergone a change of image. Previously a hangout for Robert Smith lookalikes on their way
to Metro’s they’re now attempting to appeal to the more discerning crowd with minimalist
décor, luscious mezzanine seating, background lounge music and a decent choice of house
wines.
St Mary St, Cardiff.
Clwb Ifor Bach (The Welsh Club)
A little something for everyone. The Welsh Club is a very established and well respected
club. It has an amazingly eclectic array of nights playing everything from dance to motown
to punk. It also plays host to a lot of accomplished live acts.