Zio Pin

With an imposing, well-designed frontage, Zio Pin, which has been established for more than three decades, stands out in a cosmopolitan and vibrant district of Cardiff. Located alongside the entrance to the prestigious Albany Art Gallery, the restaurant provides an oasis of delight for patrons and artists alike. You could spend some time appreciating next door's exhibitions, where works by artists such as Sir Kyffi n Williams will stimulate your senses, before moving on to sample the restaurant's delightful lunch or evening menu.

An engaging and informative manager greets customers, and a pleasant ambience is created by soft lighting, background music and excellent food. The extensive à la carte caters for all tastes, featuring mouth-watering dishes such as escalope of pork in Marsala wine and fresh sea bass, while the pizza dishes (starting from £5.80) and pasta choices transport diners to the Italian countryside thanks to their well-balanced flavours and generous portions. There is also an excellent dessert menu, which, of course, includes traditional tiramisu.

For those who wish to make dining out an event to remember, Zio Pin is the place to be. This lively and charming venue ticks all the boxes, so it's little wonder customers are eager to make repeat visits