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Pubs in Criccieth

Headland locals — kitchen hours on wet Tuesdays.

Criccieth pubs mix seafront rooms with town locals — bar open does not mean the kitchen is serving. August evenings fill the centre; this is not a Porthmadog cob lock-in.

Source: Food Standards Agency — food hygiene ratings · Checked: 2026-10-01 · Pubs and food pubs in Criccieth, Wales

Wales law: food businesses must display their food hygiene rating at or near each customer entrance. Check ratings at ratings.food.gov.uk.
Hygiene rating must be displayed

What to know

Criccieth is the castle-on-a-headland seaside town — Gwynedd taxi table; two beaches and a Lloyd George connection, quieter than Porthmadog’s harbour.

Pubs in Criccieth

The Prince of Wales on High Street (01766 522556) is the practical town pub open from midday. The Lion Hotel on Y Maes (01766 522460) sits on the green in the centre. Bryn Hir Arms (01766 522493) is another High Street pint-and-food stop.

Expect a livelier August evening and a quieter midweek winter. Pre-book a taxi if you are staying toward Pentrefelin or Mynydd Du after last orders.

What to check

From Criccieth station to the castle / seafront. Pub food and Sunday roast need a kitchen clock. Hygiene rating still applies.

Local markers for this chapter: castle-on-a-headland, seaside, Gwynedd, beaches.

Criccieth station to the castle / seafront — dog friendly; quiz night.

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FSA rating 5/5 — Gwestyr Twr Marine Crescent.

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FSA rating 5/5 — Brynhir Arms Stryd Fawr.

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Neuadd Goffa Criccieth Memorial HallPub

FSA rating 5/5 — Neuadd Goffa Stryd Fawr.

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Starlight Players Front Of HousePub

FSA rating 5/5 — Neuadd Goffa Stryd Fawr.

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Common questions

What should I know about pubs in Criccieth?
Criccieth is the castle-on-a-headland seaside town — Gwynedd taxi table; two beaches and a Lloyd George connection, quieter than Porthmadog’s harbour. A typical hop is Criccieth station to the castle / seafront.
What should I check before I book pubs in Criccieth?
Hours, price and pub food. Criccieth is the castle-on-a-headland seaside town — Gwynedd taxi table; two beaches and a Lloyd George connection, quieter than Porthmadog’s harbour. A typical hop is Criccieth station to the castle / seafront.
How do I choose pubs in Criccieth?
Use this page for the local checks, then confirm with the venue or operator. A typical hop is Criccieth station to the castle / seafront. People also mention dog friendly and quiz night.
Do you rank pubs in Criccieth?
No. Know Wales does not rank venues or call anything cheapest. We explain pub food and the local checks, then you decide. A typical hop is Criccieth station to the castle / seafront.

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