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“A GREAT PLACE TO TAKE A DATE” Greenwood And Brown uniquely British touch. The sushi is excellent and it’s always busy inside, offering a brisk, authentically Asian feel. THE FAT COCK AND THE SWAN St James Street, Monmouth www.monmouthtapas.co.uk Feast on some fresh Mediterranean food whilst seeing how many jokes you can make about the name of this brand new tapas restaurant. With an evening main course that changes every week, you’ll always be faced with something new here. Good for many occasions, The Fat Cock And The Swan also offers a range of top quality coffee and wines from around the world. WAGAMAMA Unit 12 Mermaid Quay, Cardiff 029 2048 5195 14 Mill Lane, Cardiff 029 2064 1564 www.wagamama.com The authentic feel of Japan is right here in this restaurant. You can eat, drink and relax to your heart’s content. The food is always pleasing to tastebuds and starving stomachs, as service is normally pretty swift. DATE BROWNS The Friary, Cardiff 029 2066 7096 www.browns-restaurants.co.uk Bringing a little sophistication to the high street, Browns’ French-inspired bar and restaurant is a welcome addition to Cardiff’s city centre. Whatever you’re looking for, the cool and stylish atmosphere makes this a great venue for all occasions. CAFÉ MAMBO 46 The Kingsway, Swansea 01792 456620 A great South American restaurant with hints of Mediterranean flavour; take your date here if they love originality. The cocktails are delectable and with such a huge choice of spirits, the dates are bound to go well. CANTEEN ON CLIFTON STREET 40 Clifton Street, Cardiff 029 2045 4999 www.canteenoncliftonstreet.com Even though you would confuse the name with that of your leisure centre, the food you will not. It’s perfect for those with dietary requirements, vegetarians and vegans, or even for those who feel like a change. They have a meat option, but that’s not why they were voted the third best veggie restaurant in the UK. CORNER HOUSE Caroline Street, Cardiff 029 2022 8628 www.cornerhousecardiff.co.uk A classy reinvention on the corner of Caroline Street, Corner House is perfectly suited to an evening meal or drink with friends. Forgo Chippy Lane’s takeaway offerings and enjoy a range of modern grills, pizzas, salads and platters. CÔTE BRASSERIE 25 Mermaid Quay, Cardiff Bay 029 2045 3780 www.cote-restaurants.co.uk A French-style brasserie for the discerning diner, Côte’s elegant interior is perfectly matched with a tantalising menu, excellent service and great atmosphere. With beautiful French flavours and fantastic value set meal deals, you’ll no doubt find yourself returning on numerous occasions. Buzz 037