Two South West Wales eateries make UK top 50 gastropub list

Get ready for a gourmet feed: these are the top gastropubs in the UK right now. What exactly is a gastropub? It’s a watering hole that can also compete with top restaurants when it comes to food.

Global travel site, Big 7 Travel has officially released its annual listing of The 50 Best Gastropubs in the UK 

The list ranges from London boozers with creative small plates to local country inns boasting a Michelin Star, these places are shining a light on regional British ingredients.

Y Polyn

Y Polyn, in Nantgaredig, Carmarthenshire is ranked at 33rd in the UK.

Judges say: “The food here is what all good gastropub should be: you won’t find foams, gels and technical wizardry on the plate. What you will find is beautiful produce cooked simply and with respect.

“The husband and wife team pour pride and passion into every single bite.  Expect beautifully executed dishes such as rabbit rillettes, with sourdough toast and Bramley apple chutney.”

Plough and Harrow

The Plough and Harrow in Murton on Gower ranked in 29th place in the UK.

Judges say: “They’ve won countless awards including the best gastropub in Wales, so the Plough and Harrow clearly know the ins and outs of a good feed.

“It all comes down to the sourcing of the very best ingredients, good big honest portions and a focus on flavour above all else. The sort of place you won’t be able to leave without having a big smile on your face. It really is that good.”

The list which is now in its second year was ranked based on several factors, including but not limited to: 

• Ingredient quality 
• Value for money
• Consistency (google and critic reviews) 
• Innovation
• Atmosphere
• Location and Accessibility
• Big 7 Travel writer suggestions and previous awards

You can check out the full Top 50 list of the best gastropubs in the UK here.

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