Reviews in Cumbria and Lake District

We visited the NT tea room at Aira Force on 23 July 2015 and were impressed with the cleanliness of the cafe, quality of food on offer and the lovely, helpful staff serving it. My teenage niece is a vegan and was thrilled to be able to enjoy the chocolate and coconut flapjack. So often there is little available for her when we eat out. There were tables outside as well but it was a bit too chilly that day.

My family like visiting the Lakes for walking holidays and Pooley Bridge is one of our favourite places to visit as its so beautiful and we love the ferry round Ullswater. I've visited Granny Dowbekins multiple times and there hasn't been a single time that I've been disappointed in the quality of service, food or location. The staff are all lovely and made me feel very welcome, the food is delicious (best gingerbread this side of London), and the location next to the river is very calming and especially pretty on a sunny day. If you happen to be passing through or nearby Pooley Bridge I recommend that you stop by and pick up a cake/sandwich and a doggy bag if you have a dog.

Went there last night. Truly amazing! Very busy but well worth a visit. The staff are very good and the food was brilliant. Will be back this week.

Hi, Have a lovely tea break at your cafe, and fell in love with your teapots......is it possible you could let me know where I could buy one of these. Many thanks

My wife and i had a meal at Curry Spice on 4th July. Very impressed with the food, had a selection of starters between us, main courses and side dishes, exceptional quality. The girl who served us was very polite and helpful. All in all a lovely experience. Would definitely recommend.

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Hindley High went to Grasmere and I went into Miller Howe Café. I think its is a really nice café and I wouldn't mind coming again, you made me feel welcome and your café is well presented and clean. I think your food and you drinks taste great and yummy.

Avoid! They don't seem to know what they are selling or that they have an obligation to describe things correctly. They offer various 'juices' which should be described as 'drinks' as they are laced with sugar and other additives. Also they kept cleaning surfaces near food with a very smelly and probably toxic cleaning agent! NOT for anyone with any care for health! Also for such a competitive and high quality area, this cafe is somewhat out of place. Firstly, I'm not sure the decor knows what it wants to be nor is it necessarily fitting for the area. I'm not sure what was running through management's head when they selected a massive black and white print of Tyra Banks wearing what looked like a squirty cream bra!? The food was not bad, the service was friendly enough but there were several issues that could be addressed. My teaspoon was dirty and I had to exchange it and the floor under the tables was rather dirty with discarded food. Considering we entered at a quiet time, I wondered why the staff were not able to do a quick sweep to raise the standards.

We frequent the Lion quite often as locals and always find the food and hospitality really good. My partner arranged a suprise party for me food brilliant, try their breakfasts from 10th mmmm.

Me and wife called in this morning, had full breakfast and I can say one of the best breakfasts we have ever had and we are in our 50's.

Me and wife called in this morning, had full breakfast and I can say one of the best breakfasts we have ever had and we are in our 50's.

Always guaranteed good and plenty of food, with great service. Staff couldn't be more helpful.

My husband and I visited the Little Chef Penrith on 16 May 2015. On arrival staff polite and friendly, food excellent and property clean. Well done, would recommend.

I like the outside of Pedros and seeing the big hats. The staff look friendly and I fancy having a go at working there for a while.

We enjoyed a lovely lunch at Francine's on Friday. Two excellent soups and mains. Would return and recommend.

This is just the restaurant that Coniston has needed for a long time. The food here is of a really high standard. I took my wife and son here on Tuesday 28th April as a special treat. We had 2 Balti Chicken dishes and a Jalfreizi with Pillau rice with poppadoms. We all thought that this was one of the best Indian meals that we have ever had- it was so very tasty and delicious. The menu here is extensive and should suit most tastes. The staff are friendly and efficient and their chef is obviously very skilled at his work. We had soft drinks and a gorgeous meal for less than £16 a head. We cannot recommend Sara's Restaurant any more highly. It has only been open for some 3 weeks but we feel this restaurant has the makings of being a real winner in Coniston. Go on- go ahead and give them a try.

We visited Sandford Arms for an evening meal whilst visiting Cumbria, the ambiance was relaxing and very friendly. I had the slow roast pork, delicious! and my partner had the fish course. Having enjoyed a perfect evening with attentive service we have nothing but praise and recommendation for the Sanddford Arms Appleby.

Visited this pub and omg what a transformation. Must be the best revamp pub in Keswick. Absolutely beautiful decor and the food is faultless. We as a family completely enjoyed everything about this dog friendly pub. The staff were all very helpful. We will definitely be returning, we recommend this beautiful pub.