Searching for a restaurant in Cumbria and the Lake District? There are lots to choose from in Windermere, Ambleside, Keswick, Kendal and throughout the county with a range of cuisines from British to Italian or Thai. The variety of places to eat in Cumbria with its restaurants and pubs is vast. Find the right place to eat in the Lake District and Cumbria with Sugarvine.
Myself and two friends ate recently at Amigos. Overall was impressed. Only complaint was that cellar bar was quite cold and when I asked for tortilla chips to start with they were brought with the main meal instead of as a starter. Would definitely eat there again.
Amigos The Mexican – UlverstonI can really recommend Hooked. The Seafood was exquisitely cooked, the owner was very attentive, and he had clearly worked on the menu with the chef as he was able to make good recommendations. The homemade hazelnut praline ice cream was amazing and the fish was cooked to perfection. You will feel very full and satisfied afterwards.
Hooked – WindermereMy wife and I recently spent a weekend here and cannot begin to describe how wonderful Gilpin Lodge really is! We have stayed in some great hotels elsewhere but the attention to detail and level of service here is second to none and also, unlike many top hotels this beautiful family owned and run venue also manages to create a very homely and welcoming atmosphere. It is a credit to them. The food, including the breakfast, afternoon tea and dinner is also as good as it gets. We will certainly return as soon and as often as possible and would recommend anyone to experience this wonderful place.
Gilpin Hotel and Lake House – Windermerebeen going there for years its brilliant staff very chatty food superb best in Kendal other places in Kendal can be pricey Finkles is vfm. Don't miss out on great food
Finkles – KendalVisited Cafe Treff last weekend, after a local person described it as the best coffee house in the Lake District, and how right he was!! As soon as we opened the door, we were more than impressed with the aroma of fresh quality coffee and the warm smiley welcome we were greeted with by the owners and the staff . In a few words: excellent coffee, very friendly and relaxed atmosphere.
Cafe Treff – AmblesideBest restaurant in Cumbria. Since 14 years I even bring food back to Sweden and Luxembourg! The only restaurant in Europe which makes you bring food overseas!
Akash Tandoori – WhitehavenI absolutely loved this gastro pub. The food was cooked to perfection with a huge choice on of menu's. We could actually taste the freshness of everything we ate, service was friendly and smiley and the waiter and waitress really created a lovely atmosphere by chatting with us all. all in all a very enjoyable visit, we just wish we lived nearer!
The Wheatsheaf Inn – KendalDon't waste your money........... The worst fish and chips that I have ever tasted.
The Little Chippy – WindermereWent to this restaurant yesterday and it was not very family friendly. Staff were not very pleasant and food was frozen and overcooked. Place itself was nice enough but the staff and food let it down
Spinnery Restaurant – WindermereAbsolutely dreadful. Went in on a Sunday evening about ten past six. Menu for the evening. menu for the evening was served till six thirty. We you would have thought there was a war on they way we were looked at. We felt so uncomfortable. Staff were very rude. Polish waitress even ruder, saving grace was the young waiter who was polite but the remainder of the staff were very rude. I tool children in and all I could hear was the waitress and chef arguing about our order, he was complaining there was not enough food to do our order, f'ing and blinding from the kitchen in full view of the seats we were at. She then came out and no apologies just said there were no chicken nuggets and would sausage do. Absolutely no apologies, very rude. Everything seemed too much trouble. We asked for vinegar and she said "Well I will have to go upstairs for that" which begs the question why none downstairs and also why tell us. It should have been brought with the meal. I would rather go without than eat here again. Never again. Rude staff mediocre meal and grubby surroundings, we sat downstairs. Overall appalling.
Spinnery Restaurant – WindermereSadly, the Ship Inn is closed more often then its open as it is trying to become a restaurant and only seems to open for booked diners during the week. Lounge area is now dedicated to diners so drinkers have to make do with the refurbished bar area. Closed Sunday night at 9pm and all day Monday and Tuesday and usually Wednesday and Thursday as well. WARNING its not unusual for booked parties to turn up and find it closed.
Ship Inn – MilnthorpeAnyone who has had a meal at the Ship in Bardsea will return.Its well worth a visit for the food,and you also get a top class service! I would recommend it anytime.Bill Hobson.
The Ship Inn – UlverstonThe food is very nice and the building is beautiful. Unfortunately the staff and management let it down - they are rude and argumentative. Is such a pity as the food is very tasty - not the cheapest - but locally grown and reared.
Brown Horse Inn – WindermereThis is a fantastic restaurant and takeaway. The food is superb. A huge range of flavour. I would recommend it to people who don't like curry because they think that eating curry is like having a thermal nuclear bomb go off inside their head. No such thing with this. The flavours are subtle and numerous. I particularly like the seafood dishes, as they are extremely delicate. A good range of beautiful vegetarian dishes. I am pleased to see this restaurant has proved popular. Millom has been crying out for a curry house for years. This one is of extremely high quality and I urge everyone to try it. They won't be disappointed. Thanks to all Curry Spice staff for bringing this restaurant to Millom. The town is all the better for this business. Good luck and continuing success.
Curry Spice – MillomLovely friendly cafe, a bit unsure from the outside, but really surprised at the extensive menu. Our favourite cafe in Penrith and we've tried them all!!
Three Crowns Tea Shop – PenrithI think this has to be one of the nicest Italians I have ever been too.The food and service are fantastic.The bar at the side sphere is packed and has a very nice clientele definitely will return and tell my friends.
Paulo Giannis Ristorante Italiano – KendalThe food and service were great until 10.15pm. We tried to order a sweet and coffee. 'Sorry, the kitchen is closed, you can only have ice cream from freezer' and 'sorry, coffee machine has been cleaned, so you can't have a coffee'. The delivery of the message verged on rude, it was obvious they wanted to go home. The restaurant says open until 10pm - why no 30 minute warning? Anyway we obliged and went home without leaving a tip!
Star Of Siam – KeswickYou can't eat better than this for the price, excellent value.
Park Head Inn – Egremont3 small plates or side dishes for £28, valid Tuesday to Friday 12 noon to 5pm.
2 courses, £31; 3 courses, £37. Available 5.30pm-6.30pm, Wednesday to Sunday.
Get 2 Roast Dinners for £30. Advance Booking required to redeem this offer. Book online or call 017687 79614.
Lunchtime Light Bites Menu: £11.95 or 2 mains for £20. Available 12pm-2.30pm, Monday to Friday.
Sunday Lunch, £15.95. Selection of meats available served with roast & mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables, homemade gravy and of course, a Yorkshire pudding!
