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Villaggio Lakeside reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.
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Noise • Energetic
South Wales
Best Overall
South Wales
Best Food
South Wales
Best Value
South Wales
Kid-friendly
South Wales
Neighborhood gem
South Wales
Great for outdoor dining
Cardiff City & County
Best Overall
Cardiff City & County
Best Food
Cardiff City & County
Best Service
Cardiff City & County
Best Ambiance
Cardiff City & County
Best Value
Cardiff City & County
Good for business meals
Cardiff City & County
Kid-friendly
Cardiff City & County
Good for groups
Cardiff City & County
Healthy
Cardiff City & County
Neighborhood gem
Kim
South Wales1 review
Dined 3 days ago
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Robert
South Wales1 review
Dined on May 3, 2025
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Josh
South Wales1 review
Dined on May 3, 2025
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John
South Wales9 reviews
Dined on May 3, 2025
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Nicki
South Wales1 review
Dined on May 1, 2025
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Rebecca
South Wales2 reviews
Dined on April 26, 2025
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kelsie
South Wales1 review
Dined on April 12, 2025
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Denise
South Wales1 review
Dined on April 11, 2025
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Hugh
Dorset3 reviews
Dined on April 10, 2025
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Alex
South Wales2 reviews
Dined on April 5, 2025
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Villaggio Lakeside is rated 4.7 stars by 561 OpenTable diners.
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5 Fidlas Rd, Cardiff, Cardiff CF14 0LW