Best Restaurants in Anglesey 2026: Michelin, Seafood and Beach Dining

By the Wales.org Travel Team | Updated April 2026

The Isle of Anglesey was once known as Môn Mam Cymru — the “Mother of Wales” — because its fertile fields fed the nation. That agricultural tradition continues today: 125 miles of coastline supply wild mussels, oysters, lobster, crab, and sea bass to restaurant kitchens, while inland farms produce some of the finest beef and lamb in Britain. Anglesey sea salt has become a premium product.

The restaurant scene matches the produce. Anglesey’s only Michelin star belongs to a converted butcher’s shop with 12 covers. Waterfront bistros serve the day’s catch directly over the tide. An American-style smokehouse ages Anglesey beef over wood chippings. And beach bars overlooking the dunes offer vegetarian plates and local ice cream.

From Michelin dining to fish and chips on the sand, here are the best places to eat on Anglesey in 2026.

Anglesey Restaurants at a Glance

What Food Is Anglesey Famous For?

Anglesey’s food identity is built on its coastline and pastures. Over 125 miles of coast supply wild mussels, oysters, lobster, crab, and sea bass — many restaurants serve the catch within hours of it leaving the water. Inland, the island’s rolling green fields produce Anglesey beef (several restaurants specify local Anglesey and Caernarfonshire cattle) and Welsh lamb. Traditional dishes include lobsgows (slow-cooked meat, vegetable, and potato stew), Welsh cakes, and bara brith (speckled bread with dried fruit and spices). Anglesey sea salt, harvested from the Menai Strait, is now a premium product used by chefs across Wales.

For more on Welsh food culture, see our Welsh food guide and food and drink hub.

Michelin and Fine Dining

Sosban and The Old Butchers, Menai Bridge — Anglesey’s Michelin Star

Sosban and The Old Butchers is the only Michelin-starred restaurant on Anglesey — and one of the most unusual dining experiences in Wales. Set in a converted butcher’s shop in Menai Bridge, the restaurant has just 12 covers across 4 tables. Chef-owner Stephen Stevens and his wife Bethan (front of house) are effectively the only staff — an extraordinary feat for a restaurant holding one Michelin star (awarded 2016) and four AA rosettes.

The surprise tasting menu uses the best locally sourced North Wales produce available on the day — what arrives on each plate is genuinely unknown until you sit down. The Michelin Guide praises Stevens’ “bold flavours and original, personal touches” and his “innate understanding of cooking techniques and flavour combinations.” Welsh slate walls, sheepskin-draped chairs, and hand-painted animal tiles reference the building’s butcher’s shop origins. The cod with fermented onion fudge is highlighted as superb.

The tasting menu costs £175 per person. Open Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings only (19:00–23:00). Book well in advance — tables are released in batches and can sell out within hours. No substitutions or dietary amendments. For more Michelin dining, see our Michelin restaurants in Wales guide.

Catch 22 Brasserie, Holyhead — Best for Celebrations

Catch 22 Brasserie is a vibrant family-run restaurant that won TripAdvisor’s Traveller’s Choice Award. The menu blends Welsh and international flavours — spicy Singapore curry, baked Cemaes Bay crab and haddock Thermidor with nori seaweed butter. Light, spacious interiors and exceptional service make it ideal for celebrations. A children’s menu (fish and chips, chicken korma, Snickers trifle) ensures families are catered for.

Bay View Restaurant & Bar, Cemaes — Best for Romantic Dining

Set within the Gadlys Country House Hotel near Cemaes — the most northerly village on Anglesey and an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty — the Bay View offers panoramic views across the hotel’s grounds with locally sourced seafood and a cocktail bar. Seared king prawns, salmon fillet, and a spinach and broad bean burger on toasted sourdough feature on a menu designed for couples. Cemaes Bay is a short walk for harbour views and rockpool exploring before or after your meal.

Casual and Beachside Dining

The Tavern on the Bay, Red Wharf Bay — Best Beach Restaurant

The Tavern on the Bay overlooks Red Wharf Bay — a wide, sandy bay where curlews, oystercatchers, and redshanks feed on the mudflats. Authentic wooden beams, stone walls, a contemporary ceiling fireplace, and a resident pianist set the tone. The menu emphasises locally sourced, seasonal ingredients with imagination — the posh cheese on toast arrives with Perl Las blue cheese, toasted bara brith, fig chutney, and a pancetta crisp. The fresh chowder (smoked haddock, king prawns, mussels, and hake) is one of the best dishes on the island. Hot buttered bread or garlic ciabatta on the side.

The Harbourfront Bistro, Holyhead — Best Intimate Seafood

The Harbourfront Bistro is perched on Newry Beach in Holyhead — at high tide, the sea creeps beneath the decking. This intimate family-run restaurant has served generational recipes for years: smoked haddock and salmon fishcakes, salt and chilli squid with lemon aioli, moules marinière, and pan-fried seabass with crushed new potatoes and clams. Wicker-style furniture and wooden accents create an authentically nautical atmosphere. Combine with nearby wildlife walks.

The Oyster Catcher, Rhosneigr — Best for Vegetarians and Eco-Dining

The Oyster Catcher is an ultra-contemporary glass building a short walk from the dunes at Rhosneigr. Energy-efficient features include a ground-source heat pump. The seasonal menu has a strong vegetarian focus: fig and halloumi salad, cauliflower wings with sriracha mayo, wild mushroom gnocchi, buttermilk panna cotta with blackberries and meringue, and warm chocolate brownie with Anglesey ice cream. The glass structure ensures panoramic views of the dunes and coast. Combine lunch with surfing or kayaking at Rhosneigr. See our best pubs guide for more on the Oyster Catcher.

Best Restaurants in Menai Bridge

Dylan’s — Best Waterfront Restaurant on Anglesey

Dylan’s in Menai Bridge is one of Anglesey’s most popular restaurants — an art-deco building directly on the Menai Strait with floor-to-ceiling windows ensuring spectacular tidal views from every table. The eclectic menu blends Welsh and Italian influences — the seafood linguine arrives with a disclaimer that “mussels may contain traces of sand or natural pearls,” a sign of just how fresh the ingredients are. Dylan’s also runs a nearby shop selling ingredients to recreate their dishes at home. This is the flagship of a group with three restaurants across Wales.

Hydeout Bar-B-Q & Smokehouse — Best BBQ on Anglesey

Hydeout Bar-B-Q & Smokehouse is an American-style diner with red leather booths, cowhide chairs, and a bar open until late. The chefs source beef from Anglesey and Caernarfonshire farms, cooking over coals and wood chippings for a genuine smoky flavour. Melt-in-the-mouth brisket, Kansas baby back ribs, gooey mac and cheese, and steaks cooked to order. An alfresco area opens in summer. One of the most fun and unpretentious restaurants in Menai Bridge.

Best Restaurants in Beaumaris

The Midland Tapas — Best Small Plates in Anglesey

The Midland Tapas serves global small plates using local produce — Peking pig with chilli and coriander, cauliflower bao buns, cinnamon churros, indulgent chocolate brownies. A cocktail menu adds to the weekend atmosphere. Combine with a visit to Beaumaris Castle (UNESCO World Heritage Site) or Thomas Telford’s suspension bridge. For more family activities nearby, see our Anglesey with kids guide.

Harry’s Bistro, Henllys Hall — Best for Contemporary Welsh Food

Harry’s Bistro occupies a Victorian mansion house with an 18-hole golf course and views across the Menai Strait to Eryri (Snowdonia). The stripped-back menu focuses on quality: goat’s cheese mousse with caramelized figs, pan-fried cod with Jerusalem artichoke purée, and sticky toffee pudding in butterscotch sauce. Award-winning desserts and specially selected wines round out a polished dining experience. Combine with a stroll along the Beaumaris seafront or a visit to the castle.

Planning a Food Tour of Anglesey

Anglesey is compact enough to visit several restaurants in a single trip. A suggested food-focused itinerary: lunch at The Tavern on the Bay (Red Wharf Bay, casual), dinner at Sosban (Menai Bridge, Michelin star) on day one; brunch at The Oyster Catcher (Rhosneigr, vegetarian), afternoon at Dylan’s (Menai Bridge, waterfront) on day two; and a final evening at Catch 22 (Holyhead, celebration) or Harry’s (Beaumaris, contemporary) on day three.

For accommodation near the restaurants, browse holiday cottages on Anglesey, hotels, and glamping. For things to do between meals, see our Anglesey destination guide and Anglesey with kids.

Frequently Asked Questions About Restaurants in Anglesey

What is the best restaurant in Anglesey?

Sosban and The Old Butchers (1 Michelin star, 4 AA rosettes, £175pp, 12 covers). For waterfront dining, Dylan’s in Menai Bridge. For beachside casual, The Tavern on the Bay.

Are there Michelin star restaurants in Anglesey?

Yes. Sosban and The Old Butchers in Menai Bridge — one Michelin star (2016), four AA rosettes. Open Thursday–Saturday evenings. Book well ahead. See our Michelin guide.

What food is Anglesey famous for?

Wild mussels, oysters, lobster, sea bass, and crab. Anglesey beef and Welsh lamb. Lobsgows (stew), Welsh cakes, bara brith. Anglesey sea salt.

Where is the best seafood restaurant in Anglesey?

The Harbourfront Bistro (Holyhead, over the water), Catch 22 Brasserie (Holyhead, Cemaes Bay crab), Dylan’s (Menai Bridge, seafood linguine).

Where can I eat in Beaumaris?

The Midland Tapas (global small plates, cocktails) and Harry’s Bistro at Henllys Hall (contemporary Welsh, Strait views, golf course).

Is Anglesey good for vegetarians?

Yes. The Oyster Catcher (Rhosneigr) has a strong veggie menu. Catch 22 offers vegetarian options. Most restaurants cater for vegetarians, though the food culture centres on seafood and meat.

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