RESTAURANT AWARDS: Swansea restaurants celebrate at Welsh Restaurant Awards 2026 as Greek Flavours crowned Mediterranean best

A string of restaurants from Swansea, Carmarthenshire and across south-west Wales have been recognised at the Welsh Restaurant Awards 2026, with Greek Flavours in Swansea crowned Mediterranean Restaurant of the Year.

The awards, organised by Oceanic Awards, were presented at a ceremony held on Monday 23 March at The Parkgate Hotel in Cardiff, celebrating the best of Wales’s restaurant scene across more than 25 categories.

Greek Flavours in Swansea took the top prize in the Mediterranean category, beating off competition from across Wales. The Swansea restaurant also had company in its category, with El Fuego in Swansea recognised for excellence in the same award.

Swansea featured heavily across the results. Adelina’s Bar and Kitchen in Swansea won the Indian Restaurant of the Year title, while Hiks was recognised for excellence in the Fish and Chips Restaurant of the Year category. Burger Freakz took a recognised for excellence nod in the Burger Restaurant of the Year category, and Bouchon De Rossi received an outstanding achievement award in the European Restaurant of the Year category.

The city also collected recognition in the buffet, Asian and pizza categories, with Zazah Buffet Swansea, Gigi Gao’s Favourite Authentic Chinese and Pizzeria Vesuvio all receiving recognised for excellence commendations. Bamboo Restaurant was similarly recognised in the Asian Fusion category, and Rasoi Waterfront picked up a recognised for excellence nod in the Curry Restaurant of the Year category.

Swansea also had its own dedicated category, with Turtle Bay named Best of Swansea. El Pescador Restaurant and Bar picked up an outstanding achievement award, and Altitude28 Restaurant and Sky Bar was recognised for excellence in the same category.

Carmarthenshire was also well represented. Ty Glo in Carmarthen received an outstanding achievement award in the Family Restaurant of the Year category, while Amanah’s Dining and Functions in Ammanford was recognised with an outstanding achievement award in the Indian Restaurant of the Year category. Riverside Cafe in Newcastle Emlyn picked up an outstanding achievement commendation in the Vegetarian and Vegan Restaurant of the Year category.

In Porthcawl, Beale’s Park Fish Restaurant received an outstanding achievement award in the Fish and Chips Restaurant of the Year category.

Yasmin Mahmood, CEO of Oceanic Awards, said the awards were an opportunity to showcase the very best of the Welsh restaurant sector. “These awards aim to provide a platform to those who have dedicated their career in providing us with delicious dishes across multiple cuisines,” she said. “We want to congratulate all of our winners on their incredible accomplishments.”

The full list of winners and nominees from the Swansea Bay area and beyond is below.

Mediterranean Restaurant of the Year — Greek Flavours, Swansea (Winner). Recognised for Excellence: El Fuego, Swansea.

Indian Restaurant of the Year — Adelina’s Bar and Kitchen, Swansea (Winner). Outstanding Achievement: Amanah’s Dining and Functions, Ammanford.

Best of Swansea — Turtle Bay (Winner). Outstanding Achievement: El Pescador Restaurant and Bar. Recognised for Excellence: Altitude28 Restaurant and Sky Bar.

Fish and Chips Restaurant of the Year — Outstanding Achievement: Beale’s Park Fish Restaurant, Porthcawl. Recognised for Excellence: Hiks, Swansea.

European Restaurant of the Year — Outstanding Achievement: Bouchon De Rossi, Swansea.

Burger Restaurant of the Year — Recognised for Excellence: Burger Freakz, Swansea.

Curry Restaurant of the Year — Recognised for Excellence: Rasoi Waterfront, Swansea.

Pizza Restaurant of the Year — Outstanding Achievement: Pizzeria Vesuvio, Swansea.

Asian Restaurant of the Year — Outstanding Achievement: Gigi Gao’s Favourite Authentic Chinese, Swansea.

Asian Fusion Restaurant of the Year — Recognised for Excellence: Bamboo Restaurant, Swansea.

Buffet Restaurant of the Year — Outstanding Achievement: Zazah Buffet Swansea.

Family Restaurant of the Year — Outstanding Achievement: Ty Glo, Carmarthen.

Vegetarian/Vegan Restaurant of the Year — Outstanding Achievement: Riverside Cafe, Newcastle Emlyn.

Rasoi Waterfront marks ten years with ten days of free dishes

Rasoi Waterfront, one of Swansea’s most celebrated restaurants, is marking its 10th anniversary this month with a special thank-you to customers, offering ‘10 free dishes over 10 days‘, from November 10th to 19th.

Over the past decade, the restaurant has become a cornerstone of the city’s vibrant food scene, renowned for its authentic Punjabi cuisine with a modern twist and a deep commitment to giving back, both locally and abroad.

Founded in 2011 by local brothers Suki and Jas Kullar, Rasoi began its journey with the opening of Rasoi Indian Kitchen in Pontlliw; bringing their family recipes of bold Indian street food to South Wales.

Following the success of their first venture, the duo launched Rasoi Waterfront in 2015 in Swansea’s SA1 development. The contemporary venue quickly earned a reputation as one of the city’s top-rated restaurants, seating over 180 guests across indoor and outdoor spaces, overlooking the marina.

Suki Kullar, co-owner of Rasoi Waterfront, said:

“When we started Rasoi, our dream was simply to share the flavours of our childhood with Swansea.

“Ten years later, that dream has grown into something far bigger than we ever imagined. Our 10-day celebration of free dishes is our way of saying thank you to everyone who’s been part of that journey.”

Community support has also been at the heart of Rasoi’s mission. Since opening, the restaurant has partnered with Swansea-based charities including Faith in Families and The Wallich, donating thousands of meals to those in need.

Beyond Swansea, Rasoi funds the Sikhi Sewa Mission UK, which supports a hospital in Punjab providing free medical care and essential community services. Each year, the restaurant also sponsors the education of 167 children, funding school fees, uniforms, and winter clothing in areas where state-funded schooling isn’t available.

Suki continued: “Every time someone dines with us, they’re helping to make a real difference, supporting local families, as well as those in need in need of health and education support in Punjab.”

Join the Celebration

To take part in the anniversary giveaway, diners can follow @RasoiWales on Instagram to see which dish will be featured each day on the restaurant’s story.

*Terms & Conditions: Offer valid for dine-in only. One complimentary dish per table per day for guests following @RasoiWales on Instagram and showing the daily story. Minimum of four guests per table required.

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