The Britannia Inn
You get the feeling that anywhere beyond Penclawdd is only good for beaches, but this family run restaurant and pub takes you by surprise. Llanmadoc's historic landmark is hard to miss whichever way you come into the village. Its claim as 'Gower's best kept secret' isn't far from the truth - it could also probably lay claim to being the only real 'Gastropub' in Swansea Bay, Mumbles and Gower. It really adds to the choice of venues of North Gower, and provides a good balance to the plethora of restaurants that occupy Mumbles and South Gower.
Don't be deceived into thinking things have gone all trendy though. Somehow The Britannia Inn has managed to pleasantly defy expectations - for it still feels inherently like the centre of the community and a great place to relax just for a drink, and enjoy the truly stunning views over the mouth of the Loughor estuary. The building itself is full of unadulterated history and charm - they say that the beams of the restaurant were salvaged from the wrecks of 'lantern ships', lured ashore in the dark.
The Britannia Inn was taken over in September 2006 by Martin and Lindsey and Joyce and Viv, who together with the team ensure a genuinely warm welcome to all their customers. Martin and Lindsey are both trained chefs who have worked all over the world and their commitment to superb food is self evident. Every care is taken in the kitchen to make sure that only the best meal arrives at your table. Now settled back in their native Gower, the knowledge gained from their experiences, and their passion and drive to create fine food influence their cuisine. Offering a mix of traditional dishes allied with more exotic fare, they are striving to create a little corner of culinary distinction and service par excellence in this beautiful part of the Gower.
A starter of Crisp Pork Belly, is served with a balancing trio of caramelised apples, deliciously sweet, with a soft outside and pleasantly surprising al dente interior. Full of intense flavour it makes an ideal starter, leaving you to cleanse your palate with the fine herb salad, ready for your main course. Choose from Fresh Pea & Parmesan Risotto, or Fresh Local Pan Fried Grey Mullet amongst the mouthwatering menu. If you are a chocolate lover then you will definitely not want to miss out on desserts here - Chocolate Assiette could convert the most stubborn chocolate-hater!
The Britannia Inn Sample Menu
This is a sample menu, please note that items are subject to change. Please see the price guide above right.
Starters
Soup of the Season served with fresh bread
Pan Seared Scallops with creamy butternut squash and balsamic syrup
Truffle Infused Potato Gnocchi served with confit leeks and parmesan cheese
Crab and Butternut Ravioli with chilli infused savoy cabbage and light crab bisque
Mains
Welsh Beef Rump Steak (fillet style) served with chips, spinach puree, fricassee of wild mushrooms and bearnaise sauce
A duo of Ballontine & Slow Roasted Welsh Lamb served with pomme puree, fondant leeks, sauce verge and pistou
Roasted Lemon & Sage Infused Poussin served with herb infused roast new potatoes and jus
Fresh Beer Battered Hake and Chips served with homemade tartar sauce and fresh mushy peas
There is also a daytime bar menu available. Please see The Britannia Inn website for details.
Editor's note: There's a great aviary with parakeets, budgies and a parrot, a duck pond, and even rabbits and guinea pigs behind the pub exterior, which are definitely NOT on the menu! Brilliant for the children.
www.brittania-inn.food-passion.co.uk
enquiries@britanniainngower.co.uk
when booking! many Food Passion featured members do exclusive discounts when you quote Food Passion.
Price Guide:
Starters from £4.25- £6.50
Main courses from £9.00 - £15
The Britannia Inn
Llanmadoc,
Swansea,
Gower
SA3 1DB
While there isn't independent disabled access for wheelchairs, there is access with a small step which is readily navigable with assistance.
Tel. 01792 386624
