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Your weekly line-up

What's on Cardiff Central

From Musical Bingo and Live Music to Happy Hour and Botanista Brunch, events in our garden are in full bloom.

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Here's your weekly event line-up, select your preferred Botanist for your upcoming, local happenings.

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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.

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Tipi on The Roof

The ultimate winter hideaway in the heart of the city. With live music Wednesday to Sunday, glowing lanterns and seriously cosy vibes, it’s the perfect spot to eat, drink and be merry.

Grab a beer or a mulled wine and dig in to festive pizzas and soak up homegrown live music beneath the twinkling lights. Whether you’re planning festive drinks, a cosy date night or a winter catch-up with friends, our unique Cardiff rooftop Tipi is the ultimate, secret hideaway.

More is Merrier at the Tipi on the Roof.

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Early Bird Christmas Offer

Book our 2- or 3-course Christmas Dining Menu for 12+ guests and everyone enjoys a glass of Prosecco on us.

It’s the perfect way to get your celebration into full bloom.

Enquire early to secure your preferred date before the festive crowds beat you to it!

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Christmas Dining Menu

Gather around our 2 or 3 course Christmas Dining Menu, featuring our Christmas Dinner Hanging Kebab (with all the trimmings). From just £28.95 per person. This Christmas, more is merrier...

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Beaujolais Day 2026

We’re delighted to host Beaujolais Nouveau Day celebrations this November! Join us for another lively afternoon of great food, wine and live music.

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Live Music

Join us for live music every week, as our homegrown bands, duos and solo artists take to the stage.

Every Friday and Saturday from 6pm ‘til late.

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Happy Hour

Join us for Happy Hour 4-7pm every weekday where the drinks (and good times) flow.

Any classic cocktail for £8.95
Pint of Pravha or Aspall Cyder £4.95
Bottle of house wine or fizz £19.95

*excludes Edinburgh

Botanista Brunch

90 minutes of joy! Enjoy any brunch dish and 3 drinks for £37.50, or go bottomless for £47.50, every Friday & Saturday until 2pm.

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Musical Bingo

Eyes down, listen up!

With live house bands, plus a bonus Happy Hour that goes all night long.

The first Thursday of every month from 7pm.

The Botanist Sunday Roast

Sunday Roasts

Roasted meats with crisp, garlic & herb roast potatoes and all the trimmings including bottomless Yorkshires and house gravy.

Only available on Sundays.

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Lunch Menu

A lighter version of our famous kebabs, served with garlic flatbread, rocket salad and houmous. Let’s graze!

Served until 4pm, Monday to Friday, just £8.95.

*Lunch menu not available in Lincoln

The Botanist kids menu

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!

The Botanist Pizza on the Terrace

Pizza On The Terrace

All our pizzas feature hand-stretched dough, San Marzano tomato sauce, and creamy fior di latte mozzarella, slow-baked to perfection. A slice of sunshine - garden fresh, oven-fired.

£8.95 Lunch Menu

Join us for our lunch menu, served until 4pm, Monday to Friday.

Enjoy a lighter version of our famous kebabs (this time not hanging), served with garlic flatbread, rocket salad and houmous with crispy chickpeas. Let’s graze!

*excludes Lincoln

The Botanist Lunch Kebabs

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Botanista Brunch

90 minutes of joy! Enjoy any brunch dish and 3 drinks for £37.50, or go bottomless for £47.50, every Friday & Saturday until 2pm.

Choose from the following drinks – feel free to mix and match:

Favourites: Prosecco 125ml, Mimosa, Aperol Spritz, Strawberry Shrub Spritz, Limoncello Spritz, Pravha Pint, Aspall's Cyder Pint

Cocktails: Botanista Cosmo, Classic Margarita, Espresso Martini

Non Alc: Hu-No Spritz,
Veneto Spritz

*Excludes The Botanist Edinburgh

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Botanist Sunday Roast

Our great Sunday roast is a warm hug when you need it most. Gather your friends and take it easy over roasted meats served with crisp garlic & herb roast potatoes, maple-glazed carrots and fresh steamed greens.

Add pigs in blankets, sage & onion stuffing balls and oozy cauliflower cheese for everyone at the table to dig in to. Our Yorkshire puddings and house gravy are bottomless.

The Botanist Sunday Roast

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Live Music

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. Take a look below at who's playing this week.

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The Botanist Cardiff

Jacob Elwy

I am a Welsh and English language musician with over 15 years experience as a solo and session musician. I have worked as a solo and session musician at weddings, on TV (for S4C) and many other digita…

05.11.2026•18:00
The Botanist Cardiff

Marv Robinson

With a decade of weddings, private parties, corporate events and international ski seasons under his belt, Marv Robinson always brings a fun and exciting mix of songs to his sets to suit any and all o…

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The Botanist Cardiff

John 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…

06.11.2026•18:00
The Botanist Cardiff

Everglow Acoustic

Everglow Acoustic is a dynamic acoustic trio featuring Holly on lead vocals, Martin on acoustic guitar, and backing vocals, and Jake rounding out the sound with cajon accompaniment. The versatile setl…

06.11.2026•20:45
The Botanist Cardiff

Dave Hayes DJ

Professional DJ /Previous residencies internationally & UK. Currently based in south west England. Able to cover gigs in Bristol/ Bath/ Exeter/ Worcester/ Cardiff areas. Can travel further if needed a…

06.11.2026•21:15
The Botanist Cardiff

Take the Floor - Cardiff

LIVE WEDDING AND EVENTS - DUO Phenomenal live music to make sure your Wedding or Event is the best party of the year Based in the UK and having up to 10 years experience in live bands, Take the Floor…

07.11.2026•13:00
The Botanist Cardiff

Anna Young

Anna Young blends folk, pop and americana playing covers from the 60s to present day. Her choice of songs and heartfelt performance adds the perfect atmosphere for any event

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The Botanist Cardiff

Alys Hardy

Soul - inspired Alys is a Welsh multi - instrumentalist from Cardiff. Alys has been nominated for best song this year in the Wigwam Awards. Winner of Best Female Solo in the Love Live Music awards 2…

07.11.2026•19:00
The Botanist Cardiff

Somthing Blue Duo

Somthing blue - Acoustic Duo Jade & Kris are a captivating acoustic duo bringing together powerful vocals, beautiful harmonies and exceptional musicianship to create the perfect live soundtrack for a…

07.11.2026•20:45
The Botanist Cardiff

Dj Mac 3

I've been djing for over 25 years and I'm quite happy and comfortable playing all genres of music from the 60s, to Pop, Rock Chart, RnB, House & Dance and everything in between, I'm also confident on …

07.11.2026•21:15
The Botanist Cardiff

Miss Jones

Miss Jones is a vintage style vocalist & multi-instrumentalist based in Wales & brand ambassador for Lengardo Guitars. Miss Jones' blues-infused singing and guitar playing hail to the great Johnny Ca…

08.11.2026•15:00
The Botanist Cardiff

Ash Dodd

An experienced musician with 7 years experience playing in venues across the UK. Playing both originals and over 300 covers. Originals are of an indie-pop-rock sound, and covers range from the 1960s t…

08.11.2026•18:15
The Botanist Cardiff

Marv Robinson

With a decade of weddings, private parties, corporate events and international ski seasons under his belt, Marv Robinson always brings a fun and exciting mix of songs to his sets to suit any and all o…

11.11.2026•18:00
The Botanist Cardiff

Josh Gallagher

Josh Gallagher is a guitarist, singer and graduate of the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, where he developed a distinctive musical voice shaped by both contemporary and traditional repertoire. An acti…

12.11.2026•18:00
The Botanist Cardiff

Jack Perrett

Jack Perrett is an indie singer-songwriter from Newport, South Wales, known for his raw, melodic take on modern indie rock. He released his debut EP What You Saying? in 2015 with Estrons producer Stef…

13.11.2026•18:00
The Botanist Cardiff

Everglow Duo

Everglow Acoustic Duo is a slimmed down version of the main acoustic trio, just featuring Holly on lead vocals and Martin on acoustic guitar, Lead and backing vocals. The versatile setlist spans the d…

13.11.2026•18:00
The Botanist Cardiff

Mics And Fins

Mics & Fins are a professional acoustic covers duo delivering polished live performances with exceptional musicianship and an engaging stage presence. Featuring Michaela Warne on lead vocals and Fin-…

13.11.2026•20:45
The Botanist Cardiff

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Growing up with funk, soul, blues, jazz and disco, Corinne’s genuine passion for music was ignited from an early age. A regular at House nights in her town, it wasn’t long before she wanted to be…

13.11.2026•21:15
The Botanist Cardiff

VERSIONS DUO

A Female & Male Acoustic duo that brings high energy chaos for punchy crowd pleasing entertainment or chilled out, cocktail hour vibes! Catering to Parties, Events & Weddings, we are Also available as…

14.11.2026•13:00
The Botanist Cardiff

Ben 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…

14.11.2026•16:00
The Botanist Cardiff

Benji Grut

Pop & rock acoustic cover artist 🌟 Available for weddings, parties, restaurants, corporate events and much more! 🎉

14.11.2026•18:00
The Botanist Cardiff

Emyr Thomas

Singer songwriter, performing at various venues, weddings and private functions. A passionate and energetic performer, who loves to get the crowd going with classic covers or set the mood with wel…

14.11.2026•19:00
The Botanist Cardiff

Emzy Music & Tate Note

Duo act using special looping tech and multiple instruments to bring full band sound and energy (male & female vocals, guitars, bass, keys and percussion). Can cater to any audience with our large rep…

14.11.2026•20:45
The Botanist Cardiff

Dave Hayes DJ

Professional DJ /Previous residencies internationally & UK. Currently based in south west England. Able to cover gigs in Bristol/ Bath/ Exeter/ Worcester/ Cardiff areas. Can travel further if needed a…

14.11.2026•21:15
The Botanist Cardiff

Funk and Fable Trio

Beth, Connor and Sadie are a dynamic acoustic trio based in South Wales. Their repertoire features the biggest pop, rock, funk and soul hits of the last 60 years. They’ve elevated the usual acoustic…

15.11.2026•15:00
The Botanist Cardiff

Anna Young

Anna Young blends folk, pop and americana playing covers from the 60s to present day. Her choice of songs and heartfelt performance adds the perfect atmosphere for any event

15.11.2026•18:15
The Botanist Cardiff

Jacob Elwy

I am a Welsh and English language musician with over 15 years experience as a solo and session musician. I have worked as a solo and session musician at weddings, on TV (for S4C) and many other digita…

18.11.2026•18:00
The Botanist Cardiff

John Clapper

John Clapper, has rocked stages worldwide, from London to Australia, America, Asia and Europe, delivering electrifying performances. Expect dynamic shows filled with crowd-pleasing hits and epic guita…

19.11.2026•12:00
The Botanist Cardiff

John Clapper

John Clapper, has rocked stages worldwide, from London to Australia, America, Asia and Europe, delivering electrifying performances. Expect dynamic shows filled with crowd-pleasing hits and epic guita…

19.11.2026•14:00
The Botanist Cardiff

Everglow Duo

Everglow Acoustic Duo is a slimmed down version of the main acoustic trio, just featuring Holly on lead vocals and Martin on acoustic guitar, Lead and backing vocals. The versatile setlist spans the d…

Garden Party

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.

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Musical Bingo

Join us on the first Thursday of every month at 7pm for Musical Bingo with live house bands, plus a bonus Happy Hour that goes all night long.

It’s a full house! We welcome walk-ins so booking isn’t essential, but we recommend securing your spot in advance.

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