Garuda Indonesian Restaurant, the sole Indonesian eatery in Swansea, is a culinary gem that has captured the hearts of many visitors. Located at 18 St Helen's Rd, this restaurant boasts a warm and welcoming atmosphere that makes every diner feel at home. Reviews highlight the exceptional service provided by friendly staff, with many noting the personal touch offered by the owner and chef. Patrons rave about the diverse menu, which caters to varying taste buds, offering dishes that range from mild to spicy. The chicken dishes, in particular, are praised for their vibrant flavors. Customers like Geoff Lee applaud the delicious, spicy offerings that promise an exciting culinary adventure. Another frequent visitor, David Davies, appreciates the reasonable pricing and the BYO booze policy, which enhances the dining experience. Reviews mention beautifully crafted dishes like satay starters and seafood mains—hake, monkfish, and cod—all of which showcase authentic Indonesian flavors. Critics like Georgios Anthopoulos consider Garuda a hidden gem, praising its clean environment and delightful desserts. Overall, Garuda Indonesian Restaurant is celebrated for its excellent food, friendly service, and the unique experience it provides, making it a must-visit for anyone open to exploring new cuisines.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Service options
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Serves great dessert
Popular for
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves coffee
Serves healthy options
Serves vegetarian dishes
Dining options
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Romantic
Trendy
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
LGBTQ+ friendly
Popular with tourists
Transgender safe space
Planning
Reservations required
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Pets
Dogs allowed inside
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Reviews For Garuda Indonesian Restaurant
Geoff Lee
Jun 2,2025
Amazing food, excellent service. The only Indonesian restaurant in Swansea and it didn't disappoint at all. The chicken dish is quite spicy and so so good. Would definitely recommend if you are open to new culinary experience!
Georgios Anthopoulos
Apr 27,2025
Superb; very clean, very friendly waiter and chef; excellent food, desserts; Very welcome atmosphere, feels as if you are dining at a mate's house! Well priced, right size portions; A hidden gem, very unassuming from the outside but once you get in, this will be your go to place for Asian food. I cannot recommend it high enough. Can I give it six stars please?
David Davies
Apr 24,2025
I'm a regular visitor here. Food is as mild or as spicy as you can take. Prices very reasonable and byo booze really helps. I would like to say don't go because I don't want it getting too busy!!! Lol.
Duncan Bray
Mar 28,2025
Third visit to this lovely restaurant. Food is excellent. Three of us had satay starter, marinated and very tender and tasty. Mains were Hake in sauce, monkfish in coconut and cod in spicy coconut sauce. Egg noodles and plain rice. Couldn't fault any of the dishes. Spoke to the owner/ chef afterwards, she is a lovely person and a great chef. This is real personally cooked Indonesian food. Very reasonable and BYO.!!
Matt Green
Mar 14,2025
Lovely atmosphere, great food, stunning service. Think this is one of the best meals we've ever had.
Syira Sahiza Abd Bashid
Feb 28,2025
Food was perfect! the ambience. Staffs are friendly. The chicken rendang & bergedil was awesome! Hubby had the satay kambing.
Keri Beal
Feb 19,2025
4 of us all had different starters and different mains and they were all outstanding. We will definitely be can again. Staff were very nice, friendly and helpful. Restaurant is small and only open a couple of days a week so booking will be essential, but very much worth a visit!
Sheree “Hopo” Hopkins
Feb 12,2025
Absolutely outstanding food!Wonderful friendly service and a great authentic atmosphere. Highly recommend the Satay beef skewers to start. Full of flavour and the beef melts in the mouth. Chicken Rendang is to die for. A nice hot dish with amazing flavours. Noodles always go down a treat and there's always enough to share and take home. Amazing portions...great value for money. I HIGHLY recommend. Can't wait to go back again very soon! Thanks
Reviews For Garuda Indonesian Restaurant