Welcome to our friendly, in-house Restaurant & Bar
One of the Best Family-Friendly Restaurants in Porthmadog – Lunch & Dinner Served Daily
Welcome to the Royal Sportsman Hotel, home to one of the most popular family-friendly restaurants in Porthmadog. Whether you’re joining us for a relaxed lunch, a delicious dinner, or a special occasion, our goal is simple: to offer outstanding food, warm service, and a welcoming atmosphere for couples, families, and groups alike.
Our team of high-calibre chefs consistently creates exceptional dishes using the finest, freshest ingredients – sourced mainly from local suppliers right here in Wales. We take pride in serving delicious, great-value meals that showcase the best of seasonal Modern Welsh and British cuisine, with options ranging from homely ‘gastro’ classics to more adventurous European-inspired plates.
Enjoy local meats, seasonal fish and seafood, fresh vegetables, and Welsh cheeses, all cooked to perfection to bring out their natural flavours.
For our resident guests, Breakfast is served daily in our bright, contemporary dining room from 7:30am–9:30am (Mon–Fri) and 8:00am–10:00am (Sat–Sun), with both Continental and cooked options available.
Lunch is served every day from 12pm–2pm, offering a great selection of light bites, pub favourites, and bar drinks – perfect for a midday break in Porthmadog.
Our dinner service runs from 6pm–8:30pm, featuring a refined evening menu ideal for romantic meals, family dinners, and celebrations. (Please note: opening hours may vary during quieter periods.)
We’re open 7 days a week, and our restaurant welcomes both residents and non-residents. While we are a dog-friendly hotel, dogs are not permitted in the bar or dining areas after 6pm for non-residents.
Breakfast Menu
Soya milk available on request
Toast: White or Wholemeal, Gluten/Dairy Free available on request.
Buffet
Juices: Apple, Cranberry, & Orange
Fresh Fruit Salad
Chilled Yogurts
Welsh Cakes, Mini Pastries
Fruit & Fibre, Crunchy Nut, Muesli, Special K,
Rice Crispies,Weetabix, Porridge (to order) (Soya milk available)
Full Welsh Breakfast
Bacon, Sausage, Egg, Tomato, Mushrooms, Black Pudding, Beans & Hash Brown
Small Welsh Breakfast
Bacon, Sausage, Egg & Beans
Vegetarian Breakfast
Vegetarian Sausage, Tomato, Mushrooms, Beans, Egg & Hash Browns
American Style Pancakes
With either Mixed Berry Compote
or
Maple flavoured Syrup & Smoked Streaky Bacon
Eggs Benedict
Poached Egg over Ham, Toasted English Muffin & topped with Hollandaise Sauce
Eggs Royale
Poached Egg over Smoked Salmon, Toasted English Muffin & topped with Hollandaise Sauce
Poached Smoked Kipper
Smashed Avocado
Served on Toasted Sourdough, With 2 Poached Eggs
Continental
Baked Ham, Sliced Cheddar Cheese & Fresh Baked Croissant
Lunch Menu
Lite Bites
Roasted Red Pepper & Tomato Soup (ve) – £6.90
Crispy Chicken Salad – £13.95
Sourdough Bread
Ham & Cheese Toasted Sandwich – £6.50
Savoury Ham, Mature Cheddar with a Luxury Cheese Topped Lid
Leisurely Lunch
Spicy Lamb Madras – £16.95
Pilau Rice, Chota Naan and Mango Chutney
Lasagne – £16.95
Garlic Bread and Side Salad
Spicy King Prawn Linguine – £17.95
Spinach, Chilli Flakes, Sundried Tomato and Red Pesto
Beer Battered Fish & Chips – £16.95
Mushy Peas
Scampi & Chips – £16.95
Side Salad & Tartare Sauce
Sausage & Mash – £13.95
Trio of Sausages with Mixed Vegetables and Gravy (Vegan & Gluten Free Option Available)
Burgers
Wagyu Cheese & Bacon Burger £15.95
Crispy Chicken Burger £14.95
Crispy Vegan Burger (ve) £14.95
Served on a toasted bun topped with lettuce, tomato, red onion & gherkins with dressed side salad, rustic chips, onion rings & relish
To Finish – £8.95
Speculoos Cheesecake (ve) Chocolate Brownie Torte (ve) (gf)
Vanilla Ice Cream Honeycomb Ice Cream
Sticky Toffee Pudding (v) Brioche Bread and Butter Pudding (v)
Salted Caramel Ice Cream Crème Anglaise or Pouring Cream
Apple Frangipane Tartlet (v)
Cinnamon Sugar and Pouring Cream
Ice Cream (ve) – £2.50 Per Scoop
Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry, Honeycomb, Salted Caramel
Sorbet (ve) – £2.50 Per Scoop
Raspberry, Coconut, Mango
Selection of Welsh Cheeses
Small Cheeseboard – £9.95
Choice of 3 Cheeses, Sourdough Crackers, Iced Grapes & House Chutney
Full Cheeseboard – £17.95
All 6 Cheeses, Sourdough Crackers, Iced Grapes & House Chutney
Perl Wen (Brie-style), Perl Las (Blue Cheese), Black Bomber (Extra-mature Cheddar), Red Devil (Red Leicester with Chillies and Peppers), Green Thunder (Mature Cheddar with Garlic and Herbs), Amber Mist (Mature Cheddar with Scotch Whisky)
Liqueur Coffees
Irish Made with Jameson Whiskey £6.50
Rum Made with Welsh Sea Dragon Rum £6.50
Brandy Made with Courvoisier £6.50
Drambuie Whisky Flavoured Liqueur £6.50
Cointreau Orange Flavoured Liqueur £6.50
Amaretto Made with Disaronno £6.50
Tia Maria Coffee Flavoured Liqueur £6.50
Frangelico Hazelnut Flavoured Liqueur £8.00
Bailey’s Latte Made with Whiskey Cream Liqueur £7.50
Hot Drinks
Cappuccino – £3.50 Flat White – £3.50 Latte – £3.50
Americano – £3.50 Espresso – £2.70 Double Espresso – £3.10
Cafetière – £3.00 Pot of Tea – £3.00 Flavoured Tea – £3.00
Evening Menu
Starters
|
Butternut Squash Soup (ve) Sourdough Bread |
£6.90 |
Garlic & Chili King Prawns Toasted Focaccia |
£9.50 |
|
Korean Spicy Chicken Crispy Egg Noodles, Spring Onions & Korean Dressing |
£8.50
|
Mushroom Bruschetta (ve) Creamy Garlic Mushrooms on Toasted Sourdough |
£7.50 |
|
Salt & Pepper Squid Salad Leaves & Sweet Chilli Dressing |
£8.90 |
Chicken & Liver Parfait Toasted Sourdough & Red Onion Chutney |
£8.50 |
The Classics
Spicy Lamb Madras – £17.95
Basmati rice, Chota Naan & Mango Chutney
Crispy Vegan Schnitzel (ve) – £16.95
Crushed New Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables & Creamy Mushroom Sauce
Sausage & Mash – £14.95
Trio of Sausages with Mixed Vegetables & Gravy (Vegan Option Available)
Beer Battered Fish & Chips – £16.95
Mushy Peas & Tartare Sauce
Salt & Pepper Squid – £16.95
Chips, Side Salad & Sweet Chili Sauce
Fishless Fishcakes (ve) – £16.95
Chips, Side Salad & Tartare Sauce
Main Courses
Lamb Rump (Served Pink) – £26.95
Rosemary Sauteed Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables & Red Wine Jus
Katsu Curry (ve) – £16.95
Vegan Crispy Strips, Basmati Rice, Fine Green Beans, Broccoli & Carrots
Slow Cooked Beef Cheek – £23.95
in a rich beef reduction with Garlic Creamy Mashed Potato & Trio of Seasonal Vegetables
Sirloin Steak (8oz) – £25.95
Grilled Tomato & Mushroom, Provençale Herb Wedges & Dressed Salad
Add a Sauce: £2.95
Red Wine Jus, Garlic Butter, Peppercorn Sauce
Tuscan Chicken £19.95
Provençal Herb Wedges & Trio of Seasonal Vegetables
Smoked Haddock- £21.95
Crushed New Potatoes, Creamed Leeks Topped with a Soft Poached Egg
Burgers
Wagyu Cheese & Bacon Burger £17.95
Crispy Chicken Burger £16.95
Crispy Vegan Burger (ve) £15.95
Beyond Meat Burger (ve) £15.95
Served on a toasted bun topped with lettuce, tomato, red onion & gherkins, with relish, dressed side salad, rustic chips & onion rings
Pasta Dishes
Lasagne £17.95
Garlic Bread & Side Salad
Spicy King Prawn Linguine £18.95
Spinach, Smoked Haddock, Chili Flakes, Sundried Tomatoes & Red Pesto
Teriyaki Beef Noodles £16.95
Udon Noodles, Spring Onion, Crispy Kale
Spinach & Mushroom Linguine (ve) £15.95
Crispy Onions & Pesto
Salads
Dressed House Salad £12.95
Crispy Chicken £15.95
Crispy Vegan Schnitzel (ve) £14.95
Served on a Bed of Dressed Leaves, Tomato, Cucumber, Red Onion & Croutons
Sides
Rustic Fries (ve) £4.00 Chargrilled Focaccia (ve) £4.95
Seasonal Vegetables (ve) £3.50 Dressed Side Salad (ve) £5.00
Garlic Pizza Bread (ve) £4.95 Cheesy Garlic Pizza Bread (v) £6.45
Onion Rings (ve) £4.00
Desserts
Selection of Welsh Cheeses
Small Cheeseboard – £9.95
Choice of 3 Welsh Cheeses, Sourdough Crackers, Iced Grapes & House Chutney
Full Cheeseboard – £17.95
All 6 Welsh Cheeses, Sourdough Crackers, Iced Grapes & House Chutney
Perl Wen (Brie-style), Perl Las (Blue Cheese), Black Bomber (Extra-mature Cheddar), Red Devil (Red Leicester with Chillies and Peppers), Green Thunder (Mature Cheddar with Garlic and Herbs), Amber Mist (Mature Cheddar with Scotch Whisky)
Sweet Treats £8.95
Speculoos Cheesecake (ve)
Vanilla Ice Cream
Sticky Toffee Pudding (v)
Salted Caramel Ice Cream
Chocolate Orange Torte (ve) (gf)
Vanilla Ice Cream
Crème Brûlée
Shortbread Biscuit
Mango & Passionfruit Bavarois Slice
Mango Sorbet
Ice Cream (ve) – £2.50 Per Scoop
Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry, Mint, Salted Caramel
Sorbet (ve) – £2.50 Per Scoop
Lemon, Coconut, Mango
Desserts
Sticky Toffee Pudding (v)
Salted Caramel Ice Cream
Crème Brûlée (v)
Served with Shortbread and Strawberry
Vanilla and Blueberry Cheesecake (v)
Vanilla Ice Cream
Chocolate Brownie Torte (ve)
Honeycomb Ice Cream
Rhubarb and Lemon Tart (v)
Coconut Sorbet
Selection of Ice Cream
Gluten Free Evening Menu
Starters
| Roasted Red Pepper & Tomato Soup (ve) £6.90
Gluten Free Toast Karaage Chicken Wings £7.90 Spring Onion, Garlic, Red Chilli and Sesame Oil Dressing |
| Garlic & Chilli King Prawns £9.50
Asian Slaw Mushroom Bruschetta (ve) £7.50 Creamy Garlic Mushrooms on Toasted Gluten Free Bread |
| Ham Hock, Pickled Carrot & Mustard Terrine £9.00
Apple, Date and Tamarind Chutney and Toasted Gluten Free Bread |
Main Courses
| Spicy Lamb Madras- £16.95
Pilau Rice, and Mango Chutney Sausage & Mash – £13.95 Trio of Sausages with Mixed Vegetables and Gravy (Gluten Free Sausages) |
| Chicken Tikka Skewers – £16.95
Bombay Potatoes, Side Salad and Onion Raita |
| Lamb Rump (Served Pink) – £25.95
Layered Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables and Red Wine Jus Cured Pork Chop – £19.95 Mustard Mashed Potatoes, Red Cabbage & Apple and a Duo of Vegetables |
| Sirloin Steak (8oz) – £26.90
Grilled Tomato and Mushroom, Rustic Chips, Peppercorn Sauce & Dressed Salad Chicken Supreme £18.95 Roasted Skin on New Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables and Tarragon & White Wine Sauce Slow Cooked Beef Rib £21.95 Layered Potatoes, Petit Pois à la Française, Confit Carrots, Red Wine Jus and Horseradish Cream |
Sides
Rustic fries (ve) £4.00 New Potatoes (ve) £4.00
Seasonal Vegetables (ve) £3.50 Dressed Side Salad (ve) £5.00
Mashed Potato (ve) £4.00
Salads
Large House Salad (v) £10.95
Desserts
Selection of Welsh Cheeses
| Small Cheeseboard – £9.95
Choice of 3 Cheeses, Gluten Free Crackers, Iced Grapes & House Chutney Full Cheeseboard – £17.95 All 6 Cheeses, Gluten Free Crackers, Iced Grapes & House Chutney Perl Wen (Brie-style), Perl Las (Blue Cheese), Black Bomber (Extra-mature Cheddar), Red Devil (Red Leicester with Chillies and Peppers), Green Thunder (Mature Cheddar with Garlic and Herbs), Amber Mist (Mature Cheddar with Scotch Whisky) |
Sweet Treats £8.95
Chocolate Brownie Torte (ve) (gf)
Honeycomb Ice Cream
Ice Cream (ve) – £2.50
Per Scoop
Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry, Honeycomb, Salted Caramel
Sorbet (ve) – £2.50
Per Scoop
Raspberry, Coconut, Mango
Children's Menu
Duo of sausages with Mixed Vegetables and Gravy
(Vegan & Gluten Free options available)
9” Margarita Pizza (V)
Beef Burger
Rustic Chips and Side Salad
Fish and Chips
Rustic Chips and Garden Peas
Lasagne
Garlic Bread
Our Contemporary Bar
Historic Bar in Porthmadog – Perfect for Drinks, Food & a Great Night Out
Looking for a welcoming and character-filled bar in Porthmadog? Our contemporary lounge bar at the Royal Sportsman Hotel is a local favourite, loved by both residents and visitors. It’s the ideal spot to enjoy a relaxed drink, socialise with friends, or unwind after a day exploring Snowdonia and the Llyn Peninsula.
Originally opened in 1862, our bar has been thoughtfully restored to blend its rich heritage – complete with an original fireplace and vintage photographs of Porthmadog’s history – with modern comfort and style. Whether you’re stopping by for a casual pint, a glass of wine, or something from our excellent range of drinks on tap, you’ll feel right at home.
We offer more than just great drinks – our bar also serves a tempting selection of light bites, lunch, and dinner, making it a fantastic option for a laid-back meal or a sociable night out in Porthmadog.