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What's On in Cardiff This Week
New restaurants, best movies, and must-see events in Cardiff this week.
New Openings
Restaurants and bars worth knowing about
- Fablas — Award-winning ice cream parlour Fablas has opened its fifth location at Barry Island. The new site has already become a popular destination for visitors since its launch over the early May bank holiday weekend. 5 stars, ice cream shop.
- Caldicot Castle — Caldicot Castle is hosting a special food event this May bank holiday, featuring a selection of BBQ food within its historic grounds and country park setting. 4.6 stars, castle.
- Bluebell Coffee and Kitchen — A popular Swansea cafe known for its Greek-inspired menu, currently operated by owners who have been in business for ten years. It is noted for its loyal customer base and consistent quality. 4.5 stars, PRICE_LEVEL_MODERATE, cafe.
- Blue Diamond — A large garden centre in Cardiff that offers a unique dining experience. It features robots that serve cakes to customers in a relaxed setting. 4.2 stars, PRICE_LEVEL_MODERATE, restaurant.
- The Beach Shack — Located in the small village of Llangrannog, this beach bar is celebrated for its exceptional pizzas and prime location for viewing sunsets. It is a highly recommended spot for those looking for a scenic dining experience by the coast. 4.1 stars, restaurant.
Don't Miss
Events happening soon
- Tiger Yard — A vibrant indoor-outdoor street food court in Cardiff Bay featuring shipping container kitchens and a rotating selection of independent traders.
- Ogof — A natural wine bar and restaurant in Canton serving seasonal, provenance-focused food from chef Alex Vines.
- Thomas The Brasserie — Chef Tom Simmons has reimagined his flagship Pontcanna restaurant into a more accessible, seven-day brasserie focusing on seasonal Welsh produce.
- The Rogues - Cardiff — "If you're going to see the emergence of a new great band you'll see them at This Feeling first." Carl Barat 24 Jun, Blackweir Fields, Cardiff.
- The Music of The Lord of the Rings. Tribute to Howard Shore — Experience the majestic music of the legendary Lord of the Rings films in a breathtaking concert that will transport you into the Tolkien's universe! 6 Jun, Llandaff Cathedral.
- PorkPie Live at The Globe, Cardiff — PorkPie Live at The Globe, Cardiff on Friday 29th May 2026
- Summer Of Love UKG & R&B Summer Outdoor Day Party Cardiff — SUMMER OF LOVE - PART 1 UKG, R&B, Hip Hop & Dancehall Outdoor Day Party
- CYNT Rooftop w. Prozak — Bringing one of the loudest names in garage back to the Welsh capital for a special rooftop day party.
- Dingo Bingo — DINGO BINGO lands at Walkabout Cardiff! Get ready for a night like no other as classic RnB vibes collide with high-energy bingo for one unforgettable
- Mr Traumatik tour 2026 — LC BASS EVENTS presents the official Mr Traumatik UK tour 2026 live with DJ Frenzee. Cardiff Gang this one's you!! High energy high vibrations
- HUSH : Pride — Hush is back! Dare to dance til the early hours with the usual naughty techno Hush vibes til the early hours. Don't just hear about it come explore.
- Shangri-La Presents: After Dark — We continue after the castle at Cardiff's favourite underground venue, KONGS!
- TRiBE at BAR 105! — Little Summer flex from TRiBE! family, with two levels of music at Bar 105. The last one went off nicely!
- Babylon Rooftop Series - Jacobs Garden - Opening Party! — Babylon Rooftop at Jacobs Roof Garden.
- The Ultimate Bob Marley Tribute — Caribbean All StarZ Cymru presents: The ultimate Bob Marley Tribute! Expect nothing but great vibes surrounded by great people from start to finish.
Worth Watching
What to watch this week
- Macho Dancer — A newly restored erotic drama from director Lino Brocka that explores Manila's nightlife. It is noted for its historical significance in launching a subgenre of imitators. 3.3/10, 88 min.
- Hope — Na Hong-jin returns with a maximalist monster movie that draws inspiration from the high-octane action style of Mad Max: Fury Road. It is a bold, creature-focused feature from a director known for cult horror. 8.391/10, 122 min.
- Filipiñana — Directed by Rafael Manuel, this debut feature won the World Cinema Dramatic Special Jury Award at Sundance. It is scheduled for a UK and Ireland theatrical release in autumn 2026. 2/10, 24 min.
- Paper Tiger — A tense crime thriller directed by James Gray, featuring Adam Driver and Miles Teller. The film explores themes of greed and family conflict set against the backdrop of the 1980s. 7.5/10, 116 min.
- All of a Sudden — A tender and enriching drama by Hamaguchi that examines the relationship between a care home manager and a terminally ill playwright. The film is praised for its philosophical approach to care and systemic change. 5.913/10, 97 min.
- Wildwood — Laika Studios' latest stop-motion animated feature is a fantasy adventure based on the book by Colin Meloy. The film follows a young girl navigating a magical forest outside Portland to rescue her brother, featuring an impressive voice cast including Carey Mulligan and Mahershala Ali. 7.3/10, 59 min.
- Eagles of the Republic — The concluding chapter of director Tarik Saleh’s Cairo trilogy, this thriller offers a sharp and angry portrait of censorship and politics in Egypt. It is highlighted as a significant contemporary political thriller. 6.8/10, 128 min.
- Hidari — Keanu Reeves is set to voice the lead character in this ambitious stop-motion samurai epic. The film follows a legendary craftsman seeking revenge after a series of personal tragedies. 7.944/10, 6 min.
- Fatherland — A brisk and beautiful father-daughter drama directed by Paweł Pawlikowski. It features a brilliant performance by Sandra Hüller as she accompanies her father on a ceremonial trip across postwar Germany. 6.237/10, 106 min.
- Tuner — A stylish neo-noir film starring Leo Woodall as a piano tuner who uses his hypersensitive hearing for safecracking. It is a suspenseful exploration of artistic envy and romance. 6/10, 107 min.
- Leaving Las Vegas — Returning to cinemas three decades after its release, this bruising story of addiction features an Oscar-winning performance by Nicolas Cage. Director Mike Figgis reflects on the film's radical low-budget production. 7.253/10, 111 min.
- Black Zombie — Director Maya Annik Bedward explores the origins of the zombie myth in Haitian culture and Vodou, decolonizing the horror icon from its Westernized, flesh-eating reputation. The documentary premiered at SXSW. 2.7/10, 94 min.
- Horror of Dracula — The classic 1958 Hammer horror film is being restored by Warner Bros. to include three minutes of previously censored footage. This restoration promises to showcase the full intensity of Christopher Lee's iconic performance. 7/10, 80 min.
- Hen — Directed by György Pálfi, this Hungarian film follows a hen through a surreal and often dark journey. It is noted for its unique blend of absurd comedy and horror. 96 min.
- I Love Boosters — Boots Riley's latest comedic crime thriller follows a group of women stealing from a high-end retailer. Despite rave reviews, the film is currently relying on grassroots social media marketing to build its audience. 4.857/10, 105 min.
- Fjord — Directed by Cristian Mungiu, this film examines religious persecution in a Scandinavian setting. While visually spectacular and unnerving, the review notes it suffers from underdeveloped characterisation. 5.5/10, 90 min.
- Legally Blonde — The 2001 classic returns to cinemas for its 25th anniversary. It remains a notable watch for its skilful satire and Reese Witherspoon's iconic performance. 6.811/10, 96 min.
- Parallel Tales — Directed by Asghar Farhadi, this French-language drama stars Isabelle Huppert as an author who begins observing her neighbours for creative inspiration. The film is a meta-fictional experiment exploring themes of artistic voyeurism. 5.628/10, 140 min.
- Akira — A secret military project endangers Neo-Tokyo when it turns a biker gang member into a rampaging psychic psychopath that only two teenagers and a group of psychics can stop. 7.944/10, 124 min.
- Normal — Interim sheriff Ulysses, called to the snowbound town of Normal, MN, uncovers an international criminal conspiracy at the heart of the seemingly quaint whistle-stop when he comes to the aid of a bank-robbing couple caught up in a deadly mess. 7.1/10, 88 min.
- Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu — The evil Empire has fallen, and Imperial warlords remain scattered throughout the galaxy. As the fledgling New Republic works to protect everything the Rebellion fought for, they have enlisted the help of legendary Mandalorian bounty hunter Din Djarin and his young apprentice Grogu. 9.5/10, 132 min.
- Karuppu — In a world where justice falters, guardian deity Vettai Karuppu takes the guise of a lawyer to battle a corrupt legal system preying on the powerless. Karuppu blends action, justice, and myth into a gripping supernatural drama. 7.4/10, 153 min.
- Masters of the Universe — After being separated for 15 years, the Sword of Power leads Prince Adam back to Eternia, where he discovers his home shattered under the fiendish rule of Skeletor. To save his family and his world, Adam must join forces with his closest allies, Teela and Duncan/Man-At-Arms, and embrace his true destiny as He-Man — the most powerful man in the universe. 141 min.
- Passenger — After a young couple witnesses a gruesome highway accident, they soon realize they did not leave the crash scene alone, as a demonic presence called the Passenger that won't stop until it claims them both turns their van life adventure into a nightmare. 7/10, 94 min.
- Aakhri Sawal — Vicky, a brilliant but volatile scholar who ignites a national firestorm when he publicly accuses his legendary mentor, Professor Gopal Nadkarni, of institutional bias. What begins as a faculty dispute is quickly hijacked by a sensationalist news anchor and an ambitious political activist, turning a private disagreement into a televised "intellectual trial" watched by millions. 1/10, 150 min.
- Obsession — After breaking the mysterious "One Wish Willow" to win his crush's heart, a hopeless romantic finds himself getting exactly what he asked for but soon discovers that some desires come at a dark, sinister price. 6.5/10, 109 min.
- Backrooms — Directed by Kane Parsons, this YouTube-originated horror film has gained massive online hype. It is finally making its way to the big screen. 10/10, 110 min.
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