The White House in Cardiff

Visited for my birthday with my family and had the tasting menu. Unfortunately, it was a huge disappointment.The building was interesting and historic and the staff were lovely however that's where the enjoyment ended.The food was really underwhelming. It was presented in a pretentious way, which can be nice on a day out, but it was (mostly) chronically under seasoned and not well cooked. Simple things like, flabby chicken skin. Crab ravioli that tasted more "fishy" than the nice normal sweet flavour of crab, wrapped in a much too thickly rolled pasta.Overall it was disappointing because it's sad to waste a meal out when you could have cooked better at home.It took four hours. FOUR. For a pre-set menu.The furniture was mismatched and the building was in need of some repair and painting.

We went last week( June ) for a meal and had a great time. The food was fab but what made the evening extra special was the lovely staff. There were some newbies serving but everyone was helpful and attentive and the head waiter/house manager was fantastic. He was great with staff and customers which was lovely. And particularly as there was a large corporate event going on at the same time. We had a very fun evening. Than you to everyone there.

I went with my partner for his birthday in February to use a fine dining gift voucher we had. I have to say I was expecting to be blown away but the experience and food but my experience didn’t really meet my expectations. The venue was stunning. We opted for the lunch time 5 course tasting menu and some sparkling wine which was delicious. The restaurant was empty apart from two other tables. The service was quick but staff seemed snobby and rude as myself and my partner were making anecdotes and giggling and were glared at by staff. I didn’t realise it was such a serious place, laughter is a good thing is it not? The staff members also went round and spoke to the other two tables of people but not to us, maybe because we are younger (mid 20s)The food was unique and unlike anything I had tasted before some of which I really enjoyed like the bread and the ratatouille (although it is a cold dish). Some things were not to my taste like the duck with white chocolate dressing. Overall I wouldn’t come back and I wouldn’t recommend it for the price.

A gastronomical delight! Each dish was well conceived, expertly prepared and artistically plated. The matching wine selections paired perfectly. Service is impeccable. Each visit is its own reason to celebrate.

I feel I must write an honest review on here.I took my partner here for a special occasion. We was greeted by friendly and welcoming member of staff. Once we were seated the head waiter or possibly the manager came across to take our order. I asked for vegetables as a side order and I was told " chef stated this is not possible as its all about the tasting experience " so what about what the customers wants ?We then ordered a bottle of champagne which the same person stated in a very degrading manner that this was " sparkling wine" at 45 pound a bottle. The food was average and the prices were not worth what we had. Disappointed with both the food and certain members of staff

The best thing about this place was the staff...the chap who served us was hugely apologetic about the substandard 9 course tasting menu we were served and went out of his way to make amends for what was ultimately an expensive disappointment. The food was lacklustre at best and inedible at worst (we returned two courses without eating them). We will not go back and would not recommend, a real shame as the online menu and photographs promised much more than was delivered.

The food is great…we had 9 course menu with wine pairing…worth it as added to the experience. Staff very friendly and atmosphere very enchanting

A mixed review. The restaurant is lovely and the staff great (Alex the sommelier/manager) was excellent. It is not a cheap restaurant, especially if you choose good quality wines from their excellent wine list but that's a personal choice. Two things let it down slightly. Firstly, and yes I'm used to fine dining, the portion sizes were Extremely small and could be more generous, even for fine dining. No complaints about the quality though, the food itself was fab, just that a couple of mouthfuls and you'd finished your course. Secondly, and this was just unfortunate, a large group of ten on a huge round table were extremely raucous, loud and even banging the tables for fun. When you're spending over £600 for four people to enjoy a special evening, it's not what I would have expected and somewhat spoiled the ambiance. I'd definitely go again but only for a special occasion rather than a standard evening meal

Superb high end dining with impeccable yet friendly service for our large group of friends. Every dish of their 6 course tasting menu was amazing and the experience even further elevated when paired with their matching wines option. All topped off with a beautiful & sophisticated setting within one of Cardiff's classic Burgess buildings. Not cheap, but a real high end treat.

Food looks better than actually tastes. Tried their tasting menu (9 courses) with wine pairing and it was somewhat disappointing. Dishes were either over seasoned or little seasoned, never be at the right balance. Tweeks on dishes didn't seem to go well with ingredients. Sadly, there was no dish that amazed me. Wine pairing was questionable too. Service was good though.