Small Plates Ruthin

This little gem was highly recommended to us for our visit to Ruthin. We were going to try a few different places, but after an amazing first night we decided to go back for a second. We each had a starter (nibbles) and two main dishes. Each was delicious and served by the friendly staff. They also remembered what we had from the first night, which was impressive. The restaurant is tucked away from the main road with lovely views of the Welsh hills in the distance. Inside the restaurant is really cosy with comfortable seats perfect lighting. If you visit the area or stop at the castle, I can't recommend Small Plates enough.

. The last time I ate this well, I was in France! Today in Small Plates in Upper Clwyd St, I gave myself a real treat. I began with Scallops in Langoustine bisque, followed that with Garlic King Prawns on a sizzler, then Asian Duo of Duck. To finish off, I had the Churros with cinnamon and a chocolate sauce. I must warn you that these crispy fingers would get themselves arrested in Spain under the Trades Description Act, as they bear no ressemblance to real Spanish churros. But I have had them before, and already knew that they are delectable, delicious, and delightful. I was tempted to order another helping of churros, but I wouldn't have been able to eat another inch of the crispy, cinammony fingers. My three earlier courses were all just as wonderful. Freshly cooked, an amazing combination of textures and flavourings in each dish, each time I was sorry when I finished. I would have licked the (small) plates they were served on, but thought the other customers might disapprove. The opening hours are: Lunch, Wed Sat Evenings, Tues Sat Give yourself a treat, you're worth it! .

Punches above its weight. Was expecting a nice meal and it was sublime. Definitely coming back. Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: £30–40 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

A lovely place with beautiful food! I would 100% go back, it was a highlight of our stay in Ruthin Meal type: Dinner Price per person: £40–50 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

A fantastic and unexpected spontaneous gastric experience. Thoroughly recommend. We'll be definately be back. Don't be put off the the food hygine rating. Its completely misleading and unhelpful. The place is spotless and standard of hygiene is high. As a food producer ourselves that have been through inspctions, it makes no sense. Yes, its very cosy and the coffee machine is at the top of the stairs and the kitchen is in the basement and everything has to be brought up the stairs but no way did we feel thst food hygiene was compromised. The Authorities need to take a more pragmatic approach and support a local buisness thsts providing an unique experience to a very high standard.