Nata & Co Bakery

This was my first time trying Portuguese pastries and it definitely won’t be my last. I ordered a Pastel de Nata topped with pistachios and it was incredible, a crisp, flaky pastry case filled with rich baked custard that was honestly unforgettable. I also tried the Coxinha de Frango, a deep-fried chicken and potato snack that was crispy on the outside and soft, savoury and delicious on the inside. Both were absolutely amazing. The staff were friendly and welcoming. When I asked for recommendations they didn’t really give me much guidance so I ended up taking a shot in the dark, and thankfully my choices were spot on. Overall, Nata & Co Bakery is a fantastic place to try authentic Portuguese treats. I’ll definitely be back!

A little slice of Portugal right here! Dropped into this authentic Portuguese diner - café. The place has that lovely, homely feel — warm welcome. The food is fantastic: proper Portuguese flavours, generous portions. The pastéis de nata were spot on — crisp, creamy, absolutely addictive. The mains were just as good, hearty and comforting. Service was friendly and relaxed, exactly what you’d hope for. Nothing was too much trouble, and the whole place had a genuinely welcoming atmosphere. If you’re looking for authenticity, great food and a cosy spot to unwind, this place is a gem. Highly recommended!

The bakery has a lovely, relaxed atmosphere — perfect for a quiet break or catch-up. The space is cosy with a nice chill vibe, and it’s clear that care has been taken in creating an inviting setting. Unfortunately, the service didn’t match the ambience. Staff were quite cold and inhospitable, which left a bit of a sour note. I ordered the regular pastel de nata and the lemon version. The original was a bit too sweet for my taste, and the lemon one didn’t taste particularly fresh — it felt more like lemon curd added on top of the regular tart rather than a thoughtfully made variation. Overall, a mixed experience. Great setting, average pastries, and unwelcoming service.

First time visiting. Took 15 minutes to bag 6 of the items despite it being objectively quiet. The lady serving me looked annoyed about me requesting a bag even though I stated I’m happy to pay for it. Food was decent but very poor customer service. Will not be returning or recommending.

Very good espresso (not an easy thing to find a good one generally) and very tasty nata. Friendly service and not expensive at all.

Absolutely wonderful food. Nata's are delicious, so much so I had two and a Merenda Mista And chai tea was also really good.

Portuguese-style restaurant. Nice people and good pastries. I felt very comfortable.

My wife and I came across them today. We loved all the cakes. The pastel which came with our coffee, the coffee biscuit cake, the shortbread biscuit along with the Brazilian Guava drink. The shortbread tasted lovely and tasted like it was handmade and was not produced in a factory. The pastel cake was cooked perfectly and tasted really good. The coffee biscuit cake my wife had more of it, but she loved the cake and it was soft. You can tell the coffee was made with love with the pictures below. It's reasonably priced and very close to castle. Worth a visit if in the centre of Cardiff

This is the third branch of this family-run Portuguese bakery in Cardiff, located almost directly opposite the main entrance to Cardiff Castle. Opened in 2016 it's now well established. It functions more as an eatery than a bakery therefore, though there are plenty of pastries to buy if you want, including the famous Portuguese baked custard tarts. It's now a popular venue for coffee, lunch and afternoon tea. They serve a variety of savoury and sweet pastries as well as sandwiches and toasties. Although there are plenty of items containing Portuguese ham and sausages, there are also some vegetarian items, such as a spinach and onion omelette ciabatta sandwich, and a Portuguese style vegetarian pastry. More familiar will be the wide range of sweet pastries, tarts and cakes which seem to the main draw for most of the clientele. I had the veggie omelette and custard cake. They also do a special of soup, toastie and cake for £7. All very nice and the coffee's good too.