SEVERAL Rhyl and Prestatyn restaurants have been shortlisted for awards at the Food Awards Wales 2023.

The Food Awards Wales has become the leading annual celebration of the country’s food scene, and is in its sixth year.

The ceremony seeks to recognise the hard work and efforts of the best restaurants, takeaways, pubs, hotel restaurants, cafes and bistros in the country.

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Campaign Manager of The Food Awards Wales said: “In a country with so many food establishments and businesses, it can be hard to stand out.

“However, the 2023 finalists have all been distinguished as the real masters in their field due to their hard work and dedication to customer satisfaction.

“Moreover, their success isn’t just about their dedication to leaving every customer satisfied.

“It’s also a story that reflects the resilience and creativity of countless chefs, producers, employees and managers who are always ensuring that locals and visitors eat well.”

The event will take place in Cardiff this summer.

The finalists in Rhyl and Prestatyn areas are:

Best Italian Establishment

  • Rossini’s Italian Restaurant (Rhyl)

Best Vegetarian Establishment

  • Green Island Bistro (Rhuddlan)

Best Hotel Restaurant

  • Patagonia Welsh Roots (Prestatyn)

Outstanding Restaurant of the Year

  • 1891 Restaurant and Bar (Rhyl)
  • The Blue Lion Inn Cwm (Rhyl)

Café / Bistro of the Year

North

  • Green Island Bistro (Rhuddlan)

Gastro Pub of the Year

North

  • Ffordd Derwen (Rhyl)