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Best Bars near Techniquest
Discover the best bars near Techniquest. Find inspiration for your trip with our curated list of top-rated spots, local favorites, and hidden gems.
The 10 best bars near Techniquest
The Dock
A waterside bar and kitchen in Mermaid Quay — bright windows, bay views, live music and big‑screen sport for daytime dining through late-night sessions.
Unit 1 & U1, Mermaid Quay, Cardiff CF10 5BZ
The Botanist Cardiff Bay
Lush botanical bar and restaurant in Cardiff Bay with scenic terrace, live music weekends, and inventive cocktails in a vibrant waterfront setting.
6 Mermaid Quay Unit 4, Cardiff CF10 5BZ
Cosy Club
Retro-chic haven at Cardiff Bay's Mermaid Quay, serving brunch to cocktails with harbor views and eclectic vibes.
Unit 24, Mermaid Quay, Cardiff CF10 5BZ
Las Iguanas - Cardiff - Mermaid Quay
Savor the vibrant Latin flavors and lively atmosphere at Las Iguanas in Cardiff's Mermaid Quay, where every meal is a celebration.
Bay, Mermaid Quay, Ground Floor, Cardiff CF10 5BZ
The Packet
Traditional Cardiff Bay pub with 160 years of history, darts, games, real ales, and homely vibes amid modern surroundings.
95 Bute St, Cardiff CF10 5AB
The Eli Jenkins
Lively Cardiff Bay pub in a historic building, with beer garden views, live sports, cask ales, craft beers, and hearty grub—perfect for sports fans and casual nights out.
Bay, 7-8 Bute Crescent, Cardiff CF10 5AN
Bar One
Harborside bar beside Wales Millennium Centre, blending terrace views, inclusive eats, cocktails, and theatre-ready vibes in Cardiff Bay's lively waterfront scene.
Bute Pl, Cardiff CF10 5AL
The Waterguard
Sam Smith's dockside gem in Cardiff Bay: crisp ales, pub grub, dog-friendly gardens, and panoramic harbor views for effortless waterfront unwinding.
Harbour Dr, Cardiff CF10 4PA
Lo Lounge
Industrial-chic waterfront bar in Cardiff Bay serving cocktails, street food, and live tunes amid stunning sunset views and pet-friendly vibes.
Porth Teigr Way, Cardiff CF10 4GA
Cedar Tree Farm - Farmhouse Inns
A family-friendly Cardiff pub with hearty carvery, spacious beer garden, and welcoming atmosphere in Grangetown.
Ferry Rd, Cardiff CF11 0JR
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