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Freckled Angel

Isle of Anglesey, Menai Bridge - Global - Restaurant - ££

A small-plates restaurant ministering to locals and tourists alike

Overall Rating: Good

Uniqueness:Does the establishment stand out in the context of the local area? Good

Deliciousness:How delicious is the food? Good

Warmth:How warm is the service and the hospitality in general? Very Good

Strength of recommendation:How enthusiastically and widely would you recommend the establishment? Good

It’s been almost a decade since Freckled Angel descended from its celestial perch to Menai Bridge, and indeed only two years since it transfigured into its new premises on Dale Street (whose lower storey looks like a Scandinavian sauna, while its upper level is more redolent of a Methodist chapel). Inside, the dining room is a bright and breezy affair, with wooden floors, angelic motifs and big windows letting in plenty of marine light from the Straits. It provides a suitably unpretentious stage for the small-plates dining that has proved such a hit with both locals and holidaymakers fresh from the mainland. Chef Mike Jones magpie-picks inspiration from across the globe, although there's also a proud Welshness about signature dishes such as twice-baked Perl Las soufflé offset with balsamic grapes – an ‘absolute favourite’, according to customers. The menu also has a strong Asian bias, so you might also find the likes of Korean fried tofu, soy-cured ...

It’s been almost a decade since Freckled Angel descended from its celestial perch to Menai Bridge, and indeed only two years since it transfigured into its new premises on Dale Street (whose lower storey looks like a Scandinavian sauna, while its upper level is more redolent of a Methodist chapel). Inside, the dining room is a bright and breezy affair, with wooden floors, angelic motifs and big windows letting in plenty of marine light from the Straits. It provides a suitably unpretentious stage for the small-plates dining that has proved such a hit with both locals and holidaymakers fresh from the mainland.

Chef Mike Jones magpie-picks inspiration from across the globe, although there's also a proud Welshness about signature dishes such as twice-baked Perl Las soufflé offset with balsamic grapes – an ‘absolute favourite’, according to customers. The menu also has a strong Asian bias, so you might also find the likes of Korean fried tofu, soy-cured confit salmon with celeriac and kimchi ketchup or perhaps confit duck leg with satay sauce and red cabbage.

Desserts could offer coconut panna cotta with roast pineapple or dark chocolate ganache cake dressed up with banana, miso and peanuts – though patriots might prefer to go for the Welsh cheeseboard instead. Wine prices start below £30 and, like everything else at Freckled Angel, represent good value.

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G Turner

16 February 2025

Sunday roast, the chef excelled throughout the meal from the veg to the meat. I had Roast pork, and my husband had roast beef. Veg - creamed peas and leek, red cabbage, carrots, parsnips, roast potatoes and mash. Yorkshi...
Sunday roast, the chef excelled throughout the meal from the veg to the meat. I had Roast pork, and my husband had roast beef. Veg - creamed peas and leek, red cabbage, carrots, parsnips, roast potatoes and mash. Yorkshire pud and pigs in blankets. Every item was delicious. The meats were both tender and flavoursome. I highly recommend this restaurant. Other days they do various burgers and small dishes (tapas), I have not tried them yet but do endeavour to go back whilst we're holidaying nearby...
Sunday roast, the chef excelled throughout the meal from the veg to the meat. I had Roast pork, and my husband had roast beef. Veg - creamed peas and leek, red cabbage, carrots, parsnips, roast potatoes and mash. Yorkshire pud and pigs in blankets. Every item was delicious. The meats were both tender and flavoursome. I highly recommend this restaurant. Other days they do various burgers and small dishes (tapas), I have not tried them yet but do endeavour to go back whilst we're holidaying nearby. FANTASTIC
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VENUE DETAILS

Dale Street
Menai Bridge
Isle of Anglesey
LL59 5AWGB

01248 209952

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OTHER INFORMATION

Separate bar, Wheelchair access, Family friendly, Credit card required

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