1861 Restaurant with Rooms
'Outstanding' 3-course lunch for 2 in South Wales
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Cross AshSouth WalesNP7 8PB
Monmouthshire
£49—'Outstanding' 3-course lunch for 2 in South Wales
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Why We Love This Deal
1861 Restaurant with Rooms is a converted Victorian building in idyllic Welsh surroundings. Visit with a friend for a 3-course lunch at the 2-AA-Rosette restaurant for less than £25 each. Sample a set menu of "outstanding cooking" (The AA), created just for Travelzoo members.
Valid for lunch 12–3pm Wednesday–Saturday until 30 April, 2026. Last seating is 1:30pm
Travelzoo members can also get a £35 discount on accommodation in a Standard Room when dining (payable direct; mention when calling to book your meal to secure the room discount)
"We thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience. The food was amazing, staff were friendly and helpful and the accommodation was excellent. We will definitely be returning."
Run by Simon and Kate King, the establishment takes pride in their local ingredients. Sources include the town butchers, farms, and even Kate's father's home-grown produce.
The beamed dining room is "undeniably atmospheric" (The Good Food Guide) and "dinner is a highlight" (The AA).
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Voucher Cancellation & Refund Policy: Within 14 days of purchase, Travelzoo will give you a full refund if you change your mind or can't find dates that suit you. Vouchers can be refunded online by going to "My Account". After 14 days, your voucher is non-refundable. If advanced reservations are required, changes and cancellations are subject to the merchant’s cancellation or rescheduling policy, and may result in a fee or voucher forfeiture. You must cancel your reservation directly with the merchant prior to refunding your voucher.
Merchant Cancellation & Rescheduling Policy: If advanced reservations are required, you can still change your date or time directly with the merchant. Simply contact the merchant at least 48 hours prior to your original reservation. If you cancel or change your reservation in violation of the merchant's cancellation policy, you may be subject to additional fees or voucher forfeiture. Not available on 21 December, 2025–9 January, 2026; 13–14 February; 14 March; 3–5 April, 2026. This offer was published on 31 October, 2025. Subject to availability. Vouchers are limited and may therefore sell out at any time. Any additional items ordered will be charged at their full value. Menu subject to change. Reservations are required.
Must be used in one visit. Additional vouchers may also be purchased as gifts. Cannot be combined with any other offer. No cash value or cash back. Prices quoted are based on the maximum value of the items included in the package at time of publication. The photos displayed are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of the package. If you experience any difficulties booking, please contact our Customer Service team for assistance at support_uk@travelzoo.com.
We thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience. The food was amazing, staff were friendly and helpful and the accommodation was excellent. We will definitely be returning.
ELIZABETH22 Oct, 2025Caerphilly, UK
Enjoyed Most
We always thoroughly enjoy our gastronomic experience at 1861. The welcome, service and gastronomy are five star.
Peter22 Sep, 2025
Enjoyed Most
We had the most fabulous meal. We enjoyed everything about it!
Other Comments
Kate and Simon did us proud. Many thanks!
Carolyn22 Sep, 2025
Enjoyed Most
I would give it 6 dtars if I could
E M16 Sep, 2025Cardiff, UK
Enjoyed Most
The food was expertly prepared and beautifully presented. Eating there was an extremely enjoyable and memorable experience.
Leslie09 Sep, 2025Swansea, UK
Enjoyed Most
Perfect from the moment we were met as we arrived
Staff were quietly efficient, couldn't do enough for us but not overpowering
Food was exceptional with some unexpected touches which certainly made for a memorable experience.
Other Comments
First class chef..and it showed
Marion02 Sep, 2025Cardiff, UK
Enjoyed Most
Delicious food - thoroughly enjoyed.
Dianne19 Aug, 2025
Enjoyed Most
A very good menu to choose from and excellently cooked and presented meals
Other Comments
This is a high end dining experience so don’t expect huge portions. In our opinion large portions are unnecessary as the food is rich and flavoursome
large portions
Glyn19 Aug, 2025Abergavenny, UK
Enjoyed Most
Excellent food. The service is really great and the atmosphere is very serene.
Other Comments
We have been several time and the food served is of the highest quality, refined flavours and dish presentation is always perfect. The chef is highly skilled. The flavours are excellent and always thoroughly enjoyed all the meals I have had there.
Mrs18 Aug, 2025Lydney, UK
Enjoyed Most
Excellent rooms and exceptional food. The location is a little bit isolated but in beautiful countryside..
Room are spacious and well equipped
Annette11 Aug, 2025Worksop, UK
Enjoyed Most
Absolutely fabulous with wonderful attention to detail. Food really memorable, good quality and beautifully presented. The whole experience was well worth the journey.
Other Comments
Well worth a visit if you have the chance.
Frances04 Aug, 2025
Enjoyed Most
First class food & service
Colin14 Jul, 2025Neath, UK
Enjoyed Most
We had the most wonderful time here. Simon is a superb chef, the best food we have tasted it was all so delicious. Kate and Simon are wonderful hosts and we were made so welcome and it was a lovely treat. We can’t wait to go back!
Ruth01 Jul, 2025NEWCASTLE EMLYN, UK
Enjoyed Most
Delicious food, excellent service. A memorable lunch.
Ann30 Jun, 2025Pontypridd, UK
Enjoyed Most
A lovely lunch a very friendly warm welcome highly recommend
SUSAN15 Apr, 2025Newport, UK
Enjoyed Most
Excellent lunch experience will go again.
Martin15 Apr, 2025Carmarthen, UK
Enjoyed Most
Beautifully presented food. Slightly limited choice but excellent.
Rosalind15 Apr, 2025Tetbury, UK
Enjoyed Most
Excellent service and food was amazing with extra little tasters provided
Ray08 Apr, 2025
Enjoyed Most
Delicious meal and very welcoming hosts.
Other Comments
Lovely,clean room,but overpriced.
Elin08 Apr, 2025Bridgend, UK
Enjoyed Most
Food and accommodation were amazing. Kate and Simon were lovely hosts
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay
ELIZABETH31 Mar, 2025Caerphilly, UK
Enjoyed Most
With the added cost, our bargain meal was more than double the original token. Maybe our fault nut we enjoyed it.
Heulwen31 Mar, 2025Cardiff, UK
Enjoyed Most
Excellent food and service as always-looking forward to our next visit
PETER31 Mar, 2025ABERDARE, UK
Enjoyed Most
Fabulous food, wonderful service. Atmosphere suffered as we were the only ones in that lunchtime, but not a big issue. One point we missed, or was not made clear in the original offer, was that some dishes on the menu carried a supplement. That was perfectly fair for the dishes that would usually be pricier, but it would be fair to know that ahead of time. As I said, I may have missed that in the T&Cs.
Richard17 Mar, 2025
Enjoyed Most
Simon King is a fine chef but portions are small.
Other Comments
The £25 per person a la carte turned out to be a special menu with £19 per person value. Also, most options on the ‘exclusive’ Travelzoo menus incurred supplements of around £8 to £10 on a main course. Our two course meal with a glass of wine each and coffee cost £90. The owner said they only receive £19 from yourselves and we would be better off dealing directly with you! Offer is, therefore, poor value and leaves a bad taste. Please excuse the pun.
Martin05 Mar, 2025Newport, UK
Enjoyed Most
Superb seasonal food and delightful welcoming friendly owners, wish we lived closer.
Service above and beyond
Angela10 Feb, 2025Gloucester, UK
Enjoyed Most
The service and the food was exceptional. All courses beautifully presented. The restaurant is in a lovely location. We would highly recommend eating here.
Other Comments
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Margaret22 Dec, 2024Abergavenny, UK
Other Comments
Although we bought the voucher believing that paid for the 2 course meal, we were disappointed that there were supplements on most of the courses. Made it an expensive meal.
Lynda22 Dec, 2024
Enjoyed Most
Not really
Other Comments
Food and service
John11 Dec, 2024Newport, UK
Enjoyed Most
we had a lovely time
Other Comments
fantastic food for a special occasion
sarah22 Oct, 2024HEREFORD, UK
Enjoyed Most
Had the 5 course tasting lunch. All food was quality, tasty, well presented
Other Comments
The service was AMAZING. The food was DELICIOUS. The area was BEAUTIFUL & RELAXING.
Tanya22 Oct, 2024Swansea, UK
Other Comments
All courses served very rapidly. Bread was extra unlike before, and the extra course we had before was missing .
John17 Sep, 2024Swansea, UK
Enjoyed Most
Simon, chef & wife Kate, front of house, are both charming, friendly and welcoming. We were booked to stay for the night as well but, you can’t check in til 5 pm. Checked what time our dinner reservation was and told 6.45 pm! Way too early for us and all a bit of a rush not giving you any time to relax/unwind. We had brought a bottle of champagne with us for my husband’s birthday, to enjoy before dinner, and Simon was very gracious and arranged an ice bucket & glasses for us but, due to early dinner, this was guzzled! Can’t fault the room - beautiful and spacious with quality fixtures/fittings on the 1st floor. Accommodation has a residents lounge and kitchen where continental breakfast is available but, you have to be out of your room by 9.30!! Lovely food selection at breakfast but, again, zero atmosphere as we were the only ones there as the other couple who stayed the night had already left. Your welcome to stay in the kitchen/lounge area til around 11 though which suited us as we’re going to White Castle Vineyard for 11.30 and that’s just down the road. The food was excellent, can’t fault that at all and there is an extensive wine list too but, couldn’t really understand why we had to dine so early as there were only 3 other couples dining the same evening as us! The restaurant is pleasant enough but has zero atmosphere. Overall, we felt the whole experience was rather ‘rushed’ and, having spent around £350 for one night, didn’t feel good value for money.
Trio of Beef; Seared Fillet, Braised Oxtail and Cottage Pie (Supplement £ 10.00)
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Elderflower Fritters, Honey Ice Crem
Chocolate and Walnut Brownie
Mascarpone Cheesecake, Poached Rhubarb
Hot Raspberry Souffle, Chocolate Ice Cream (Supplement £ 5.00)
A Selection of British Cheeses (Supplement£ 9.00)
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