Lakeside Cafe North Wales

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Closed

9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Monday
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tuesday
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wednesday
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thursday
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Friday
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Saturday
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sunday
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Local time
28/03/2026 10:51 pm

Lakeside Cafe North Wales Gallery

Lakeside Cafe (North Wales)

Perched on the edge of the Llyn Ystradau reservoir in the heart of Eryri (Snowdonia), the Lakeside Cafe at Tan-y-Grisiau offers one of the most dramatic and industrial-chic settings in Wales. Located right next to the Ffestiniog Power Station—the UK’s first pumped-storage hydroelectric scheme—the cafe provides diners with an extraordinary view of the turquoise water set against a backdrop of rugged slate mountains and the engineering marvel of the power plant.

The cafe is a favourite stop for hikers tackling the surrounding Moelwynion mountain range and for enthusiasts of the Ffestiniog Railway, as the heritage steam trains can often be seen puffing along the hillside across the water. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, serving as a peaceful refuge from the often-misty Welsh weather.

The menu focuses on generous, traditional portions. Visitors frequently praise their hearty cooked breakfasts, homemade pies, and classic Welsh rarebit. For those with a sweet tooth, the selection of cakes and scones makes it an ideal spot for an afternoon tea with a view. Whether you are sitting on the terrace watching the clouds roll over the peaks or cosying up inside after a long walk, this Lakeside Cafe is a hidden gem that captures the unique intersection of North Wales’ industrial heritage and its natural splendor.