Cuzza  Recipes  Articles  Tips  Restaurants  Books  Contact 

Sorry this site looks a bit dodgy.  It looks much better in a browser that supports web standards, but it is accessible to any browser or Internet device.

Restaurant Reviews

Renaissance (Swansea, Wales)

Renaissance, York Street, Swansea, SA1 3LZ, Wales
tel: 01792 645097  
(restaurant only)


3 reviews, average rating: 45 star rating 90%


Rating: 45 star rating 85% Reviewed by Lindsay on 17 Jul 2006

The restaurant was visited on Saturday, 15th Jul 2006 in the evening.

The food ordered was: 6 of us
ordered monkfish, avocado/mozzarella starters
chicken, duck, beef main courses and various pud's as described by chef in person at table.

Quality of food 5 star rating
Quality of service 5 star rating
Variety on menu 5 star rating

Nice twists to ingredients used with excellent quality meats and fish.

Decor & ambience 2 star rating
Location 4 star rating
Cost 4 star rating

for londoners visiting swansea we were pleasantly surprised when the bill came and checked with the host it was correct.

In summary

Excellent meal, friendly environment and chef came to table to talk to us about dessert menu. All cooked himself and 'surprise' courses of soup and sorbet included at exceptionally reasonable prices for such good quality. Thoroughly recommended.

 
Rating: 50 star rating 94% Reviewed by sarge on 27 Dec 2005

The restaurant was visited on Friday, 9th Dec 2005 in the evening.

The food ordered was: Crab starters
Beef fillet
Prawns
Cheesecake.

Quality of food 5 star rating

Superb meal. The fillet - obviously from a good supplier and cooked to perfection.

Quality of service 5 star rating

Rob & co show great enthusiasm for this venture. We were greeted with courtesy and were made to feel very comfortable.

Variety on menu 5 star rating

Chef Paul has devised a menu which turns the ordinary into the delectable, offering an unusual twist on dishes of excellent quality.

Decor & ambience 5 star rating

The lounge area is particularly comfortable and Rob excels in creating a relaxing atmosphere.

Location 5 star rating

Directly opposite a car park.

Cost 3 star rating

Worth every penny !

In summary

Renaissance has been a real find ! A chef who really cares about quality produce and cooks with flare and passion; and a front of house who is knowledgeable about food and wine and offers an excellent service to his patrons.

 
Rating: 50 star rating 91% Reviewed by Caru on 19 Aug 2005

The restaurant was visited on Tuesday, 16th Aug 2005 in the evening.

The food ordered was: Seared Tuna for Starters
Welsh Black Beef for Mains
Creme Brulee for Desert.

Quality of food 5 star rating

The food was wonderful! Freshly cooked and portion size was perfect. The meals were beautifully flavoured - I was so impressed!

Quality of service 5 star rating

Friendly welcome as you go in, and the staff were all knowledgable and helpful. Service was polite and efficient.

Variety on menu 5 star rating

Some interesting flavours and ideas - we were all excited by the menu and want to go back to try out more of the dishes on offer.

Decor & ambience 5 star rating

A lovely bar area and then you dine on a raised terrace area which is calm and intimate and perfect for happy dining.

Location 4 star rating

Near Wind Street although away from all the hubbub and rowdiness that can go on there. Neatly tucked into a small side street.

Cost 3 star rating

Well priced. Very well worth it!

In summary

This restaurant has recently opened and I can say with all honesty that it is the best restaurant that I have eaten in. I like to eat out a lot and it takes a lot to impress me, but this did! I could not fault the food, wine, service or hosts. If you are looking for a fabulous restaurant in Swansea, then I would advise this 100%.

Fantastic!

 

Read more reviews in Swansea.
Read more reviews in Wales:
Read reviews in a different country.


 

Cook’s Notes

Submit your own reviews to cuzza.com.

Map generously supplied by multimap.com.