Cwtchina Italiana — Restaurant in Wales

Last Friday we had the pleasure of dining at Cwtchina Italiana in Mumbles a few minutes from Clyne Farm Centre. Opened in 2022, this family-run gem has quickly become a favourite among locals and visitors alike. We were greeted by a warm, rustic, inviting atmosphere created by the friendly staff who made us feel right at home. It was clear from the outset that this restaurant prides itself on providing a personal touch, with the Kath the chef coming out to check we had enjoyed our meal.

To kick off our evening, the three of us opted for a refreshing Limoncello Spritz. A different take on the usual Aperol Spritz that has become so popular recently, none of us had not seen it on a menu before.

Starters: Arancine: These delightful balls were filled with creamy gorgonzola and spicy nduja drizzled with balsamic and extra virgin olive oil. Each one was a perfect blend of crispy, spicy, gooey goodness.

Whole burrata: This dish was a huge starter portion. The burrata was delicious. It was paired with peppery rocket, delicious pesto, and crispy carasau bread (crispy Sardinian flatbread). It was a beautiful combination.

Buffalo Caprese Salad: A classic Italian starter, the Caprese salad was a mix of juicy tomatoes, fresh basil, and soft buffalo mozzarella. Simple yet satisfying, you can’t go wrong with a classic.

Mains: Pasta Chicken & Mushroom Alfredo: This dish featured long pasta tubes (the name of which we can’t remember!) coated in a rich, creamy sauce made with porcini and chestnut mushrooms, Parmesan, pecorino, and truffle oil which smelled amazing! The combination was luxurious and comforting.

Frutti di Mare Seafood Pasta Special: Two of us opted for the special of the day. I had eaten this dish on my last visit, and have to say this time it was even better! The highlight of our meal, this dish was a true testament to the kitchen’s seafood cooking skills. Packed with a generous assortment of seafood, including huge prawns (seriously, they were massive!), langoustines, cockles, razor clams, mussels, and scallops. The seafood was cooked perfectly, and so generous. We have never had so much seafood in one dish! The waiter had to replace our shell bowls twice!

Sadly we were all too full for dessert this time, so we ended the meal with a sneaky limoncello!

Our evening at Cwtchina Italiana was fantastic. The combination of outstanding Italian food, welcoming atmosphere, and attentive service makes this restaurant a must-visit. We...

My girlfriend and I visited for the first time and had a lovely time. The restaurant is lovely and cosy and the staff were very kind and attentive. We had a little bit of a wait for our drinks and food to come but nothing unreasonable however the staff were very apologetic and offered us some focaccia and a drink on the house - not necessary but it showed they cared about their service.

We ordered the chicken and mushroom Alfredo and the amatriciana pasta. The amatriciana came with bucatini and was a very rich tomato sauce. The bowls were deep too so was a large portion. Overall a lovely tomatoey, meaty pasta. The chicken Alfredo was great too. A large portion with very well seasoned garlicky mushrooms. I prefer Alfredo sauce to be cheesier but we were given a pot of Parmesan on the table so I could adjust it to how I liked it.

Overall the food was delicious and the staff were lovely. We both want to go back with a larger appetite and try more food they...

Well what can I say. This restaurant is OUTSTANDING. The atmosphere is cozy, vibrant and family orientated. The service was impeccable. Every single member of the team couldn't do enough for us. Very attentive and nothing was too much trouble. In such a busy environment too. The food. WOW. We had seven members in our party and everyone one us thoroughly enjoyed our starters and mains. I had the fish stew which was simply unbelievable. So good I dreamt about it last night! It was my son's 14th birthday and we asked them to bring a cake out, that we provided, at the end of our meal. The staff lit the candles, dimmed the lights and brought the cake out. The staff and the whole restaurant sang happy birthday. Much to 14 year old son's embarrassment! Such a memorable experience. Thank you SO much to...