
SECRET GARDEN
Where the atmosphere is alive with the spirit of nature.
DIG IN!
Fresh menus, packed with the season’s finest veg, fruit, spices and herbs.
EVERYTHING'S COMING UP ROSÉ
A garden party of liquid botanicals - like taking a stroll through a lush, boozy greenhouse.
….AND A PARTRIDGE IN A PEAR TREE
Our lush, plant-filled spaces turn into a boozy winter wonderland this festive season.
The Botanist Cardiff Bay
DIG INTO OUR MENUS
Grown, gathered and served – our menus are packed with the season’s finest veg, fruit, spices and herbs. Dig in!
What's On
Take a stroll and discover what’s on at your local Botanist. From Musical Bingo and Live Music to Happy Hour and Botanista Brunch, events in our garden are in full bloom.
New Years Eve 2026
Join us from 7pm and party 'til the small hours.
Enjoy a welcome cocktail, three-course dinner and fizz as the clock strikes midnight, as part of our Feast ticket for £50pp - all soundtracked by our live house bands, all night long.
Or just looking to dance the night away? Our Bar tickets include a welcome cocktail and bubbles at midnight for just £15.
Live Music
Join us for live music every week, as our homegrown bands, duos and solo artists take to the stage.
Every Friday from 7pm and Saturday from 8pm ‘til late.
Festive Botanista Brunch
90 minutes of joy!
Enjoy any brunch dish and 3 drinks for £45pp, or go bottomless for £55pp.
Saturday from 10am until 1pm throughout December.
*excludes Edinburgh
Sunday Roasts
Roasted meats with crisp, garlic & herb roast potatoes and all the trimmings including bottomless Yorkshires and house gravy.
Only available on Sundays.
Seedlings Menus
Our Kids Menu is perfect for little gardeners. Every kids meal includes a houmous and cucumber snack pot, a main and a pud.
Don't forget - eat your greens!


An oasis made for unforgettable moments
Whether you’re sowing the seeds of party ideas or picking a date, The Botanist is the perfect place to host an event in full bloom. Add a touch of botany to any occasion. From parties and group bookings, to birthday celebrations and weddings, we'll make sure your event flourishes.
Live music at the Botanist
Join us for live music every week, as our homegrown bands, duos and solo artists take to the stage every Friday and Saturday night ‘til late.
05.12.2025•19:00The Botanist Cardiff BayFunk and Fable Duo
Bethany and Connor are a versatile acoustic 2-piece who can tailor their performance to suit any occasion. Performing the biggest pop, rock, funk and soul hits of the last 70 years, their crowd-pleasi…
Funk and Fable Duo
06.12.2025•16:30The Botanist Cardiff BayBen Dain-Smith
I'm Ben, an experienced acoustic entertainer from South Wales and I'd love to perform for you! I played my first professional gig aged 16, and haven't looked back since. My career so far has included…
Ben Dain-Smith
06.12.2025•20:00The Botanist Cardiff BayRoyal Soul
Funky, soulful duo with beautiful harmonies, guitar and keyboard. We play all sorts of popular music form all sorts of genres, but always in our soulful, fun way!
Royal Soul
10.12.2025•19:00The Botanist Cardiff BayJordan Marks
An exciting Singer / Guitarist & performer based in South Wales. Hugely versatile and fit for weddings, any event or live music venue and occasions.
Jordan Marks
11.12.2025•19:00The Botanist Cardiff BayFinlay Leslie
Finlay makes up for what she lacks in height with a big unique voice and experienced guitar skills, writing songs that pull on the heart strings! Using a live harmony pedal, Finn showcases covers fro…
Finlay Leslie
12.12.2025•19:00The Botanist Cardiff BayThoby Davis Duo
Thoby Davis and his band perform entertaining covers for most occasions
Thoby Davis Duo
13.12.2025•16:30The Botanist Cardiff BayAZ Acoustic Solo
An upbeat acoustic artist with a big sound! Professional sound and an ability to take all requests! Live guitar, percussion and vocals with an entertaining and interactive set of songs through the age…
AZ Acoustic Solo
13.12.2025•20:00The Botanist Cardiff BayTotally Covered Duo
Totally Covered are a unique acoustic duo based out of Bridgend South Wales, performing well known covers from every era. Whether it's a set of party classics in the evening or laid-back vibes in the …
Totally Covered Duo
17.12.2025•19:00The Botanist Cardiff BayJohn Godwin
John Godwin is an acoustic act that brings soulful vocals and Warm Acoustic tones to your Venue, event or Function. John 15 years experience and offers a bespoke service that will be sure to meet your…
John Godwin
18.12.2025•19:00The Botanist Cardiff BayJack Butler
I cover a wide range of pop/rock songs from the 1950s to the modern day. I have a lot of experience playing in a plethora of line-ups. Coldplay, Noel Gallagher, Tom Grennan, Charlotte Church, Circa Wa…
Jack Butler
19.12.2025•19:00The Botanist Cardiff BayTotally Covered Duo
Totally Covered are a unique acoustic duo based out of Bridgend South Wales, performing well known covers from every era. Whether it's a set of party classics in the evening or laid-back vibes in the …
Totally Covered Duo
20.12.2025•16:30The Botanist Cardiff BayFinlay Leslie
Finlay makes up for what she lacks in height with a big unique voice and experienced guitar skills, writing songs that pull on the heart strings! Using a live harmony pedal, Finn showcases covers fro…
Finlay Leslie
20.12.2025•20:00The Botanist Cardiff BayRose & Ginger
Dynamic acoustic duo based in Gloucestershire, UK. Using Live Loops and male/female vocal harmonies to create a big sound!
Rose & Ginger
21.12.2025•17:00The Botanist Cardiff BayBen Dain-Smith
I'm Ben, an experienced acoustic entertainer from South Wales and I'd love to perform for you! I played my first professional gig aged 16, and haven't looked back since. My career so far has included…
Ben Dain-Smith
31.12.2025•19:00The Botanist Cardiff BayJohn Godwin
John Godwin is an acoustic act that brings soulful vocals and Warm Acoustic tones to your Venue, event or Function. John 15 years experience and offers a bespoke service that will be sure to meet your…
John Godwin
31.12.2025•21:45The Botanist Cardiff BayThe Italics
We are a duo band based in Cardiff, South Wales. Established in 2007, we have many years of experience playing a variety of events all across Wales and the South West. If you want to create a personal…
The Italics
Our Spaces
Situated in Cardiff Bay - and one of two Botanist's in Cardiff - The Botanist Cardiff Bay is a bar and restaurant set across two floors, with an outdoor terrace boasting beautiful views of The Bay. Dining meets entertainment with a unique live music stage set right in the heart of the restaurant, perfect for live music every Friday and Saturday evening.
Perfect for casual drinks, special occasions, or dining with friends. We offer a unique atmosphere, alive with the spirit of nature, a freshly-cooked menu, a cocktail list boasting a garden party of botanical concoctions, and homegrown live music.
Bar
Our bar area is the perfect place for casual cocktails with friends or after-work drinks. With an extensive range of draught beers, a cocktail list inspired by the best of botany, and a wine list to sip and savour. See you at the bar!
Restaurant
Our restaurant space is alive with the vibrant spirit of nature. Step into a botanical wonderland and dig in to menus full of dishes packed with the season’s finest veg, fruit, spices and herbs. With a freshly-cooked menu of feel-good food, prepared by our chefs and served with a smile by our teams.
Terrace
With views across The Bay, our terrace is just the spot for scenic al fresco dining or cocktails with a view.
Book Now For Christmas
Our lush, plant-filled spaces turn into a boozy Winter wonderland, with feel-good food, cocktails that sparkle, house live bands... and a Partridge in a Pear Tree.
Join us from Wednesday 19th November until Wednesday 24th December, and indulge in our two- or three-course Christmas Dining Menu, or choose our Festive Finger Food Menu designed for mingling and perfect for drinks parties.
With homegrown live music, sure to get the party started, Christmas at The Botanist is sure to be blooming brilliant.
FAQs
Digging for answers? Discover our frequently asked questions below - if you still can't find what you're looking for, please get in touch.
Yes, The Botanist is dog friendly. We welcome your four-legged friends in our bar and outdoor areas.
We of course welcome all service and assistance dogs.
Our gluten-free menu includes a wide variety of dishes - including classic haddock and chips, chicken schnitzel with green garlic butter... and of course plenty of our famous hanging kebabs.
Discover more allergen and nutritional information here.
All of our locations are wheelchair-user friendly, including entrances, exits and bathroom facilities. Please note, there may be 2nd floor and/or additional private hire areas which are not accessible via wheelchair. For further accessibility information for your local Botanist, please get in touch via our contact form or give our team a call.
We believe plants should be celebrated in all their glory, which is why you’ll find plenty of vegan and veggie dishes on our menu. Head over to our menus to see what's in season.
You can check your Botanist Gift Card balance by entering your Gift Code and PIN here.
For any other Gift Card related questions, please contact us.
Find Us
6 Mermaid Quay
Cardiff
CF10 5BZ
Opening hours:
Monday: 11:00 - 23:00
Tuesday: 11:00 - 23:00
Wednesday: 11:00 - 23:00
Thursday: 11:00 - 00:00
Friday: 11:00 - 00:00
Saturday: 10:00 - 00:00
Sunday: 11:00 - 23:00

The Botanist Exchange Society
Join The Botanist Exchange Society for a first look at what’s in season – from new dishes and drinks to exclusive offers, competitions and events – freshly handpicked, gathered and delivered straight to you.

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