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Lunesdale Arms

Mediterranean • Kirkby Lonsdale

(015242) 36191 Main Road, Tunstall, Kirkby Lonsdale, Lancashire, LA6 2QN (015242)…Show

A British take on southern Mediterranean cuisine at this stylish coaching inn nestled in the Lune Valley at Tunstall, near Kirkby Lonsdale.

About Lunesdale Arms

Influenced by modern Florentine design and art, the Lunesdale Arms is an old coaching inn at Tunstall in the beautiful Lune Valley, close to Kirkby Lonsdale. It’s been stylishly redesigned to ‘soothe the soul’ and the cuisine is a British take on southern Mediterranean cooking. For starters there’s a choice of tapas and small plates and main courses include steaks, home-made bronze dyed pastas, fish, gourmet burgers and specialities such as Mallorcan Chicken Casserole. Also pizzas are available to eat in or take away Monday to Saturday evenings. The Lunesdale Arms has al fresco dining too when weather permits.

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4.4

Food 4.3/5

Service 4.7/5

Atmosphere 4.4/5

Value for Money 4.3/5

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Opening Times

Mon	closed
Tue	closed
Wed	12:00 - 15:00	17:00 - 21:00
Thu	12:00 - 15:00	17:00 - 21:00
Fri	12:00 - 15:00	17:00 - 21:00
Sat	12:00 - 15:00	17:00 - 21:00
Sun	12:00 - 20:00	—

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Anita

Food was delicious! Prices are very good. Staff were lovely with perfect level of attentiveness. Interior isn’t perhaps what you’d expect, very modern, open space. Highly recommend a visit! If I lived nearer I’d definitely return.

Phil & Lynn

This was a Friday night birthday meal with excellent service and food (if rather large portions!) We were pleased to find that soft drink costs were very reasonable, given the rip off prices charged in many venues. Excellent: would recommend!

Tracy Wilkinson

Sad to say this was a very disappointing meal. Badly prepared food this week - confirmed that a sou chef/junior chef had made the lunches. Greek salad contained more than 100grams of olives - you had to fight through the olives to find anything else. Fish pie was overcooked - completely dry where all the sauce had boiled out. We will be taking a break from the Lunesdale until we hear that is a proper chef at all times - Staff were lovely. I think the review from "Caroline and Joe" below is a fake "masterclass in modern gastronomy" - clueless.

Beverly Williams

Amazing food, good selection and plenty of it. The Staff couldn’t do enough for us moved our table when they realised my grandmother had mobility issues and were constantly checking in. Thank you all

caroline and Joe

The WELCOME: Stepinside, and you are greeted by an atmosphere that balances rustic historic charm with contemporary elegance. The service is a standout feature; exceptionally attentive, welcoming, and knowledgeable without ever feeling overbearing. Every so often, a lunch/dinner transitions from a simple meal into a genuinely memorable event. This spectacular dining experience achieved exactly that. It seamlessly combined flawless technique, warm hospitality, and a vibrant atmosphere into an absolute masterclass in modern gastronomy. The menu is a brilliant celebration of seasonal ingredients, where classic flavour combinations are elevated by inventive, modern techniques. My Verdict This was not just lunch it was a flawless culinary journey. From the precision of the kitchen to the effortless grace of the service, every element was executed to absolute perfection. For anyone looking to celebrate a special occasion—or simply experience dining at its absolute finest—this is an absolute must-visit. Thank you team from Joe & Caroline

Angela Rowe

Sadly this is the second disappointing visit in recent months. Today we arrived at 7.15 and waited for 20 minutes for drinks. We then continued to wait for our order to be taken. After another 15 minutes the waitress informed us there were a large number of items unavailable. When we visited on a Sunday a few weeks ago, by 5.30 there were no roasts left. Neither was there fish pie, lamb or mixed grill. Both times we ended up with burgers which were ok but not what we had gone for. Very disappointed and will sadly not be giving it a third chance. Plenty of other local pubs and restaurants that we currently feel are providing a better service.

Jackie

An absolutely delicious freshly made meal was enjoyed by us all. My husband had the bacon chop, our friend the chicken Caesar salad and I the beef brisket and pancetta roly poly. Our two puddings were the honeycomb cheesecake and dark chocolate and banana Eton Mess. Each dish was an absolute joy to eat! Clearly quality ingredients and perfectly prepared. The atmosphere was warm and inviting … and all the tables were full. We will definitely look forward to returning. Thank you for serving beautiful food (and at sensible prices), it is appreciated.

5.0

I would highly recommend The Lunesdale Arms. We had a group of 10 for a celebration. We had to pre book our food but that was no problem and the menu was varied and extensive. Everyone enjoyed the menu choices. The communication between staff and myself was done via phone and email and very easily done. Plenty of parking front and back. Lovely village location. Staff friendly, helpful and attentive. Meal absolutely brilliant. Starters of Spanish hash, chefs scotch egg, mussels, calamari and broccoli temporal where complemented and devoured. Mains were also wonderful. The mixed grills were huge but in our family there are some comparable appetites so the food was eaten. One person couldn't manage all their chicken kebab but staff boxed it to take home. All the food was delicious and everyone enjoyed the meal. Drinks were served throughout the meal and water replaced. We went on a Wednesday night and there were other dinners but the atmosphere was nice and not noisey so the conversations around the table were flowing and could be heard. If we were in the area again, we would definitely go again. We were all on a weeks holiday.

5.0

Paul, Vicki and Boo the cockapoo

Another wonderful Sunday lunch. The lamb was amazing and the veggie options delicious too (eg the veggie parcel). The staff handled with great diplomacy an extremely demanding and unpleasant woman who wanted the table that had been prepared for us. The waiter apologetically asked us to move which we happily did, to an equally good table and area, and quietly gave us a complementary drink and desert. Impressive. Personally I'd have thrown that party out of the place. Who needs people like that? But the staff at the Lunesdale Arms are far more professional than me...

5.0

Mark

Good service, good food and good ambience . Not alot more to say. Will be back

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Lunesdale Arms File

Fact File

Main dining room capacity	50
Booking policy	Reservations preferred
Max group booking size	10
Outside dining space	Yes
Outside dining spaces	24
Average 3 course lunch price (excluding drinks)	£32
Average 3 course evening meal price (excluding drinks)	£32
House wine price	£19.50
Wines available	28
Alcohol license	Fully licensed

Special Dietary Requirements

Vegetarian catering	Some vegetarian main course options
Vegan catering	Vegan Food cooked by request only
Halal catering	No Halal Food
Wheat/Gluten catering	Wheat / Gluten Free options on menu

Family Friendly

Children's menu	Yes
Baby changing	Yes
High chairs	Yes
High chairs	Limited availability - first come, first served

Disabled Facilities

Wheelchair access throughout facility	Yes
Dedicated disabled toilets	Yes
Dedicated disabled parking	Yes
Dedicated disabled parking information	By door at rear car park

Additional Information

Wifi	Free
Payment by credit card	Yes
Payment by debit card	Yes
Dogs allowed	Yes
Drink without food	Yes
Separate bar with seating	Yes
Takeaway services	Yes

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