The Lost ARC

4.7 ( 556 reviews )
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£10–20
Old Drill Hall, Bridge St, Rhayader LD6 5AG, United Kingdom
+44 1597 811226

Located in the charming Old Drill Hall in Rhayader, The Lost ARC is a cafe that has quickly become a must-visit for travelers and locals alike. With glowing reviews from customers, it’s a hidden gem that offers a delightful culinary experience. Katie Brookes praises the cafe for its “lush brunches” and “good coffee,” hinting at the inviting atmosphere that encourages guests to linger. The highlight for Kim Pearsall was the Welsh Rarebit, paired perfectly with a delicious onion marmalade, showcasing the cafe's commitment to regional flavors.

Whether you're in the mood for a hearty cooked breakfast like the “superb” sausages praised by Mandy Barratt or simply a slice of cake with your coffee as enjoyed by Leighton Collins, The Lost ARC caters to all cravings. Its stunning location near a scenic river walk also allows guests to stretch their legs and soak in the beauty of the surroundings. Prav Menon sums it up perfectly, calling it a “phenomenal cafe” worthy of repeat visits. With its friendly atmosphere and exceptional menu, this cafe invites you to discover its delicious offerings on your next journey.

Amenities and More

  • Service options
    • Outdoor seating
    • Takeaway
    • Dine-in
    • Delivery
  • Highlights
    • Great beer selection
    • Great coffee
    • Great dessert
    • Great tea selection
    • Live music
    • Live performances
  • Popular for
    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Solo dining
    • Good for working on laptop
  • Accessibility
    • Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Offerings
    • Alcohol
    • Beer
    • Coffee
    • Healthy options
    • Quick bite
    • Small plates
    • Spirits
    • Vegan options
    • Vegetarian options
    • Wine
  • Dining options
    • Breakfast
    • Brunch
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Catering
    • Dessert
    • Seating
  • Amenities
    • Bar on site
    • Toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Historic
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Groups
    • Tourists
  • Planning
    • Brunch reservations recommended
    • Lunch reservations recommended
    • Dinner reservations recommended
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Credit cards
    • NFC mobile payments
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs
    • Kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Parking
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed

Reviews For The Lost ARC

Katie Brookes
May 26,2025
What a find. We have stopped here several times as we travel to West / North Wales. Every time it has been fab - lush brunches, good coffee and great pizza. Lovely friendly atmosphere and gorgeous river walk to stretch the legs. We highly recommend
Kim Pearsall
May 13,2025
We spotted a menu in our Air BnB and decided to give it a go.. We were not disappointed! Best Welsh Rarebit I have had in years and the onion marmalade was to die for .. Thoroughly recommend this hidden gem for a stop off!
Prav Menon
May 7,2025
Phenomenal cafe , with fantastic food, definitely going back there before we leave the area
Mandy Barratt
Apr 4,2025
Great cooked breakfast, the small was plenty for me. My husband had the full Welsh and couldn’t finish it. The sausages were superb.
Leighton Collins
Apr 1,2025
Only had coffee and cake but loved it there.
Dee Keattch
Mar 24,2025
Really lovely little cafe. We have just visited during our stay in St Harmon. Food was lovely, service was good and setting was nice and cosy.
Mat G
Mar 21,2025
I had the roasted beetroot bowl and it was really good, my sister had the the Welsh Rabbit with salad and her fiance had the burger they said that was perfect. The selection of puddings were great I had a coffee and walnut cake and my sisters fiance had the jaffa cake. Overall a brilliant time and I got a T-shirt . Thank you staff 5 star
Neil Goddard
Mar 18,2025
Superb find at the half way point of our journey to North Wales. Great location with on site parking. Dog friendly with a green walking area adjoining the parking. Lovely welcome and great quality food and drinks. Flat white coffee was strong and mellow in a very good way. We enjoyed Rarebit and a med veg open sandwich with generous sides of wedges with chipotle dip. Definitely planning to visit again on the south bound journey.

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