Reviews in Cumbria and Lake District

After many lovely meals over the past 4 years my husband and I were sorely disappointed with the level of service and main courses that were put before us on a recent visit. When we 'quietly' complained about the meat - turkey- not being as described on the menu 'turkey crown' we were presented with the whole re-constituted joint (sent by the chef)at our table in front of the other customers and told that the joint was a turkey crown which it obviously was not. We were shocked with their behaviour and as we have never had cause to complain before we had no idea what would happen. I hasten to add that we will not be going there again.

Bank Holiday Monday 24th March we drove down to Carlisle for the day from Glasgow, Scotland. Over 100miles. Thought we could do some shopping and go somewhere for lunch. From the outside Franco looks ok - we went in and got seated, Just. It was so cramped, tables where so close to each other. We ordered a garlic bread to start, followed by a Baked potato with savoury mince, and a cheese and tomato pizza. The garlic bread was very greasy, it wasn't even bread or a pizza base for that matter. flat tortia wrap floating in a bed of oil. The standard of the main courses didnt improve either. My baked potato was squashed into a bowl with a side salad crushed in at the side. It was very watery at the bottom of the bowl. Dunno if the BP was frozen or just served from a bowl of water. It was more like minestrone soup with a BP on top. Improvements: Bigger plate for baked pototoes - improve the presentation of the food so its not all crammed into a bowl. Use the same 'set' of bowls - the couple sitting beside us each had a different style of bowl from me - looks better if they match. No watery baked potatoes and get decent pizza bases.

The Sun Inn is one of the finest advertisements for wonderful home cooking we have ever come across, we have dined there quite a few times on our trips to England, and the food, especially the lamb henry (my American wife's favourite) is always cooked to perfection, and have recommended it to our friends both back home and here in Florida USA. Long may it continue, we love the lake district and the lure of the Sun Inn is always too strong to resist.

I worked at the Lowther Arms for sometime and it is one of the best pubs to eat in Penrith. The food is just great and there is a wide selection so everyone can be happy! I love the giant Yorkshire pudding, yum yum! It also has a great feel to it, it is like how pubs used to be!

Visited the Briery last Sunday for lunch - was really impressed with the amount of staff that were 'buzzing' around - everyone seemed to be working extremely hard to give a quality service and absolutely excellent meal to our group of 4. I shall be re-visiting on Wednesday 19th March with a large group from Nepgill Park -I am travelling all the way from Manchester for this meal - but I know it shall be first class. Well done to you all. Extremely well organised and like I mentioned above - excellent food. Now, that should warrant a pay rise to you all!!!!!!!!!!! Cheers!

The first night we visited we were made to feel right at home. The food is wonderful and the atmosphere is just the right mixture of friendly and professional. We've been back lots of times to take advantage of the mid-week offers as well as at the weekends.

i have been here on several occasions and it is an amazing restaurant. the 3 courses for £9.99 deal during the week is stunningly good value, as the food is amazing and the service excellent. i would recommend it to anyone.

What a fabulous place to visit!! Starting with the welcoming and friendly hosts, to the delicious and memorable food. All in a deliciously relaxing environment. I plan to be back very often indeed

The meal service and price were absolutely excellent on Saturday 1st March. We shall certainly return to this venue.A must book venue.

Lovely hotel with a restaurant you would expect to find in a 5 star hotel, i had a fillet steak and my wife had sea bass, really very nice, rooms clean, good service.

My favourite teashop in Keswick - serving great home made cakes and it's even licensed for all of those who want to indulge in a glass or 2 of wine. But for those like me....afternoon tea here is just the best!!!

Excellent and interesting menu. Very attentive service, perfect for special occasions. Well presented food in attractive contemporary surroundings. Worth the price. We will be back.

Mathews, Ambleside Great food,large portions,fresh veg,great wine, relaxing ambience

Don't be put off by the exterior. Good quality food at reasonable prices, good service, would definitely go back.

We eat there every week, the sweets are to die for

Friendly & informal.Lots to choose from on the menu.Best to book at weekends.Very popular with locals.

Again as previous reviews great food with spectacular views. This pub in the summer will be hard to beat, i can't wait for a bit of alfresco dining!

Called in for lunch on Sunday 17-02-08 on way home to Liverpool from Fife. Just 2 minutes off the motorway, car park at rear. Good variation on the menu, settled for Beef & Ale pie,served with chips and vegetables. The beef was very tender and in a perfect gravy, not too thick or too runny, great chips, vegetables of carrots and sugar snap peas cooked to perfection and presented perfectly. My wife had the Cajun Chicken Sizzler, also perfect. The standard of the menu, meal and presentation would not be out of place in a top class restaurant.My son who was with us, is a trainee chef in his 2nd year and could not find any faults { and he can be very 'picky' }. Extremely good value at the price. This chef knows the business and must have had quality 'training', as it shows in abundance.