Harvester Pontypool

Restaurant | Pontypool | Wales | United Kingdom

Family restaurant in Pontypool

The "Harvester Pontypool" in Pontypool, Wales, is a classic family restaurant that belongs to the well-known British chain Harvester, distinguished by its down-to-earth cuisine and relaxed atmosphere. It is located in an area that is easily accessible for both locals and visitors from nearby towns like Newport or Cardiff, offering an inviting environment for shared meals, whether for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The restaurant is particularly famous for its generous portions and the renowned unlimited salad bar that accompanies every main dish, providing a fresh addition to the dining experience.

Traditional British cuisine Pontypool

The menu at "Harvester Pontypool" features traditional British dishes with a focus on grilled meats and hearty sides. A highlight for meat lovers is the juicy rotisserie chicken, slow-cooked and served with a spicy BBQ glaze. Also popular are the tender ribs coated in a sticky honey mustard sauce that practically fall off the bone. For those seeking something lighter, the grilled salmon with lemon herb butter offers a flavorful alternative that impresses with its freshness. Vegetarians can enjoy options like the "Veggie Rainbow Lasagna," which showcases colorful vegetables and a creamy sauce. For dessert, the warm chocolate brownie with a scoop of vanilla ice cream is both sweet and satisfying.

Restaurant with unlimited salad bar

A hallmark of the restaurant is the self-service style: after ordering their main dish, guests can help themselves to the salad bar at their leisure, stocked with a variety of fresh ingredients such as crisp lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, and homemade dressings. This approach adds a personal touch to the meal and encourages experimentation. The drink menu complements the offerings with a selection of refreshing cocktails—such as the fruity Passion Fruit Martini—as well as a range of beers and non-alcoholic options that cater to every taste.

Delicious vegetarian options Pontypool

The decor of "Harvester Pontypool" is typical of the chain: rustic and cozy, featuring wooden furniture and warm lighting that create an inviting atmosphere. It is particularly family-friendly, with a special kids' menu that includes smaller portions and popular dishes like chicken strips, as well as ample space for larger groups. The staff is often praised for their friendliness and attentiveness, although service can occasionally be a bit slower during peak times. Conveniently, there is also the option to order takeout or delivery, making the restaurant flexible and contemporary.

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Gwent, Lower Mill Field, Ty Felin Fawr
NP4 0RH Pontypool

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Opening hours

Sunday9:00 - 22:00
Monday9:00 - 22:00
Tuesday9:00 - 22:00
Wednesday9:00 - 22:00
Thursday9:00 - 22:00
Friday9:00 - 23:00
Saturday9:00 - 23:00

Reviews

3985 Reviews

eva cook
07.03.2025

Great food, lovely environment amazing staff especially Amy!
Nicole Strickland
02.03.2025

We booked a table only when we got to the venue that it was very busy, we waited to be seated only to be ignored several times, while staff picked up menus. After waiting for 10/15 minutes a member of staff (who had ignored us originally) came and told us that although we had booked a table it was a 20 minute wait for a table and an hour wait for food. Within that time we went to Cwmbran, seated and had our food.
GI Ieu
03.03.2025

Brought our kids there for breakfast (2 year old + 6 year old). It was a standard dining experience up until my youngest spilled her drink over the table and herself. I asked Tom at the bar for a towel as I was more than happy to clean up myself but he jumped straight in and attended to the mess personally. Tom was lovely with the children and made them feel really special. He was very friendly and chatty and we had a lovely time which elevated our standard experience of this place. Between him and his colleague Tim we felt very taken care of as a family which is much more than we were expecting! Whatever you do don't fire Tom and Tim and if they ever say they're leaving raise their salary to get them to stay.
Rebecca Churcher
28.02.2024

Wow, what can I say!! Came for my 40th birthday meal and our server Tim was fantastic!! Every restaurant needs a Tim! So attentive, friendly and got our complicated orders correct, thanks for the chats and giggles Tim! :)
Hannah Francis
26.02.2025

Tim was incredibly attentive and an absolute joy. He is a credit to the company and deserves to be celebrated as he clearly loves what he does.
Charlotte Francis
26.02.2025

Tim was brilliant and made a huge effort to make sure the birthday girl had a great meal!! service was fast and tim was really helpful.
Phoebe May
28.02.2024

Tim was lovely, cracking jokes and chatted to me about theatre, made my families night!
Cai Smith
26.02.2025

Rocky horror sundae was huge!!! I’m obsessed with this dessert!
Leonard Smith
26.02.2025

Perfect, thank you
Mark W J
25.02.2025

I think my breakfast was missing 1 mushroom and 1 tomato as the menu says the ultimate breakfast has 2 mushrooms & 2 tomato's
Dafydd J Thomas
25.02.2025

Vegan chicken they brought out was cooked wrong. Very tough. They changed it without any issues and had a brilliant vegan burger that tasted out of this world.
Jenny Lupton
24.02.2025

Even though we were later in the evening the food was lovely and there was no pressure to eat quickly. Really nice venue.
Geoffrey Craven
23.02.2025

Service was quick, and food was tasty but not served as hot as I would like.
T Hewett
21.02.2025

Had a great meal with my partner today, no issues, Amy was fantastic throughout
Janet Martindale
14.08.2018

Staff very professional and friendly. The food was excellent. However the Harvester looking a bit tired in places. No loo roll hand drier defective and the salad bowls have seen better days. I would however still recommend and go again. Just needs a bit of a facelift
Mali Seaward
20.02.2025

Lovely food. Special mention to Abby for being so friendly and attentive
Caitlin Evans
20.02.2025

Thank you Abby great service!
Kelly Bennett
19.02.2025

Served by Amy super helpful, friendly and very professional. Food was delicious as always!
caroline williams
18.02.2025

Won’t go there again, food was cold, salad bar empty, restaurant cold very cold not good avoid
Kevin Arscott (The Walking Kev)
16.02.2025

Things seem to be quieter at breakfast time now they've moved away from an all you can eat approach to a traditional breakfast menu. However, prices are still reasonable although drinks can bump up the price a lot. Look out for offers via the app to help things. Service this morning really was excellent, really helping out with a stroppy 3.5 year old. Food was quick, tasty and really filling. The restaurant was clean and it was a pleasant breakfast all round.
JANETTE Crumpton
16.02.2025

Lovely food They need to put the heating on in there, very cold.
Jane Chatfield
09.11.2023

We always enjoy our visits to Harvester at Pontypool - very friendly staff, great salads that are replenished regularly and fab food! Amy is fantastic, always recognises us when we visit, nothing is too much trouble and she is always cheerful even if she is rushed off her feet. Thank you Amy, you’re a star 🌟
Lillie-rae Davies
13.02.2025

Wonderful service 🫡
Sarah Rogers
13.02.2025

A server called Tom made this meal much more enjoyable. He had a very good sense of humour and cheerful nature which made the atmosphere very pleasant. I have allergies and he was very helpful at finding things that were safe for me to eat without making feel awkward in any way, which often happens in other restaurants. There's was plenty of choice for myself even with my allergy issues and two other family members being vegetarian. We are not the easiest people to serve but he delt with it easily with a smile. We didn't have to wait long for service, drinks, taking our orders or meals, it was all very quick. Top marks
Kelsey Davies
13.02.2025

Mother in law, myself and my 1 year old boy stopped by after a days shopping. From start to finish the service was out of this world. I didn’t catch the ladies name who first served us (curly dark hair) but she was so lovely and accommodating, nothing we asked seemed to much. Then Anna took our table over and whilst going from table to table she never once seemed phased by anything anyone was asking. Then after we paid our bill, my son put his hands out to her and she was making him laugh, making him smile and helped us to get the most for our money making us aware of the app and that kids eat for £1 on there. She honestly was incredible and the way she was with my son was honestly heart warming. A very very lovely lady. It was a great evening at Harvester anyway and she made it even better! Credit to you both the ladies that served us!

 

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