Mãe Maria in Cardiff
About
Mãe Maria in Cardiff is a charming spot that radiates warmth and hospitality, inviting you to experience the delightful flavors of Portuguese cuisine. This cozy venue enjoys a solid 4.2 rating on Google, promising an enjoyable dining experience. Perfect for a family dinner, Mãe Maria offers an enticing buffet with vegetarian options and an impressive selection of wine and beer to complement your meal.
Patrons appreciate the quick service and the option for private dining, making it ideal for both casual and intimate gatherings. Whether you're starting your day with a hearty breakfast, enjoying a leisurely lunch, or indulging in a delightful dinner, the friendly and attentive staff ensures your visit is memorable. Known for their delicious food and particularly praised for their hand-cut chips, Mãe Maria offers more than just a meal; it offers a positive dining experience with free Wi-Fi to keep you connected. Reservations and delivery options add convenience to this great addition to the Cardiff food scene, making it a go-to place for locals and visitors alike.
Price
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Cuisines
Portuguese
Services
Delivery, Reservations available, Dine-in
Dietary options
Vegetarian options
Offering
Serving alcohol, Serving desserts, Serving beer, Serving wine, Serving coffee
- $$$$
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Portuguese
- Delivery
- Reservations available
- Dine-in
- Vegetarian options
- Serving alcohol
- Serving desserts
- Serving beer
- Serving wine
- Serving coffee
- Payment by debit card
- NFC payment
- Family dinner
- Wheelchair accessible parking
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Wheelchair accessible toilet
- Kid-friendly
- High chairs available
- Buffet
- Free Wi-Fi
- Quick service
- Toilet
- Private dining room
Reviews and Ratings
Write a review
Very nice

Me and my partner (both Portuguese) were on the mood for some proper portuguese food yesterday afternoon. We looked online and found Mãe Maria. It was still a few miles away, but encouraged by hunger, laziness to cook and the idea of a warm Portuguese meal, decided it was worth a try! We got there late and went to the wrong place (useless GPS!)! We called the restaurant to know if it was still OK to go in, fearing it would be too late! The person answering put us at ease saying they'd wait for us! Its a really cosy place, the owner is a really nice guy who was happy to chat with us the whole time. We listened to some fado, had some super bock , I went for a francesinha and my partner had bacalhau à bras! Everything was delicious, even the starter (taste of Portugal, try it,). I was pleasantly surprised by the hand cut chips, its something so rare where we go! Of course we had some desserts and a nice expresso, before letting the staff have their meal and get some rest! Thank you for your patience and attention to us. We'll be back soon, my partner wants to try your francesinha!

Visited on the spur of the moment one evening and so happy we did. Everything was delicious for start to finish. Staff were friendly, polite and helpful. The Portuguese wine was lovely and the food exceeded our expectations. Really wonderful meal and as we were leaving we were already discussing what we will order next time. A great addition to the area. Make sure you have dessert!
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the address of Mãe Maria?Mãe Maria is located at The Globe Centre, Albany Rd, CF24 3PE, Cardiff, United Kingdom.
- How to get here by public transport?The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
- Bus stop Library (274 m walk)
- Bus stop Alfred Street (176 m walk)
- Bus stop Wellfield Road (111 m walk)
- Bus stop Pen-Y-Lan Road (171 m walk)
- How is Mãe Maria rated by visitors?Mãe Maria has an average rating of 4.4 based on 223 reviews across platforms such as Google, Facebook.
- Does the venue offer vegetarian or vegan options?Yes, vegetarian or vegan dishes are available on the menu.
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