Coyote Ugly Saloon — Cardiff
Neon-lit, party-first American saloon on St Mary Street — loud music, bar-top dancing and grill fare for groups and celebrations.
A loud, theatrical American-style bar on St Mary Street where pulsing music, bar-top dancing and hearty grill plates set the tone for late-night revelry; expect themed nights, big screens for sports and a party-ready crowd in a compact city-centre venue. Service is fast-paced and the atmosphere leans boisterous rather than intimate, making this a go-to for hens, stag groups and anyone after high-energy nightlife in Cardiff.
A brief summary to Coyote Ugly Saloon Cardiff
- 78 St Mary St, Cardiff, CF10 1FA, GB
- +442920221510
- Visit website
- Duration: 1 to 4 hours
- Mid ranged
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Indoor
- Mobile reception: 4 out of 5
- Monday 4 pm-3 am
- Tuesday 4 pm-3 am
- Wednesday 4 pm-3 am
- Thursday 4 pm-3 am
- Friday 4 pm-3 am
- Saturday 12 pm-3 am
- Sunday 12 pm-3 am
Local tips
- Reserve a table for weekend nights or special packages (hen/stag) to guarantee seating; packages often include drink deals and entry perks.
- Expect loud music and dancing on the bar — bring a group if you want to join the atmosphere, and plan for casual, grill-style food rather than fine dining.
- Check the venue’s event listings for bottomless brunches or themed nights, which can change opening times and cover charges.
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A downtown saloon with theatrical swagger
Coyote Ugly Saloon in Cardiff occupies a compact footprint on St Mary Street but delivers an outsized personality: think neon lighting, raised bar platforms and an interior arranged for performance as much as pour. The layout prioritises a central bar flanked by booths and standing space, creating a intense, energetic core where DJs, drink promotions and scheduled entertainment drive the tempo.Food and drink that match the mood
The menu leans to American grill classics and sharable plates — burgers, loaded fries and pizzas — designed to fuel a night of dancing and socialising. Cocktails are theatrical and often arrive as pitchers or shots during theme nights; drink promotions, bottomless brunches and package offers are regular features of the calendar and align with the venue’s party-first identity.Programming and crowd character
Evenings are built around high-energy programming: DJ sets, sports screenings on large LED displays and themed parties that encourage crowd participation and dancing atop the bar. The usual clientele skews young and sociable, with groups celebrating events and weekends at full tilt; the atmosphere is deliberately raucous, not suited to quiet conversation or intimate dining.Design cues and sensory details
Expect a palette of warm amber and neon, exposed signage and music that sits loud in the room — bass you feel through the floor and spotlights that pick out performers and dancers. The smell of charred grill, fried snacks and poured drinks hangs in the air; lighting is dim and directional, aimed at creating a nightclub-meets-saloon vibe rather than a restaurant dining room.Practical rhythms and rhythms of operation
Opening hours extend late into the night with weekend afternoons and late nights especially busy; the venue operates with bar service and reserved table packages during peak nights. Staff work in a fast-paced environment and service is structured around large groups and events rather than leisurely courses, so expect brisk interactions and staged moments of entertainment.Who the place suits and what to expect
Coyote Ugly is tailored to people seeking lively nightlife: groups celebrating a special occasion, visitors wanting a theatrical bar experience and sports fans who appreciate large-screen viewing with a party ambience. It is not positioned as a tranquil bar or fine-dining restaurant; instead it offers a reliably boisterous, unapologetically fun night out in the heart of Cardiff.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
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