A Review Of 1861 – The Best Restaurant in Abergavenny – By Sarah Wright

1861 Restaurant
Cross Ash,
Abergavenny,
Monmouthshire
Tel: 0845 388 1861

We visited this new restaurant on the 8th September, whilst on
holiday. Apparently it has only been open for 2 months, but the food and
service were outstading.

The chef trained with the Roux brothers and then worked for Martin Blunos in Bath,
he has brought everything he knows along with his wife to this restaurant.

The wine list was a good all rounder and surprisingly reasonable with the excellent house wines at £ 15.00.
Their menu was slightly different with a selection of choices but priced
at £ 26.50 for 3 courses, ( not including service). However, we were
surprised by the extras, we were given a smoked chicken appetizer, and a
chilled fruit soup before dessert, both were very welcome . The
atmosphere was friendly but still attentive.

1861 Restaurant
Cross Ash,
Abergavenny,
Monmouthshire
Tel: 0845 388 1861