Reviews in Cumbria and Lake District

I obviously went on the wrong night! I called in at 6.30pm and asked for a table for one. "No problem" was the reply. A menu appeared and I ordered a coke in the downstairs bar whilst I ordered.I'd been in with friends the week before and whilst the service was a bit iffy the chilli was excellent and so I'd called in again for more of the same. Imagine my surprise then, when I was told that the chilli had sold out. At 6.30pm??!! You know that feeling when you've been thinking of a particular meal all day and can't wait to get stuck in? Well that was me. The girl explained that they hadn't made any chilli the night before and therefore only had one portion left which had just been ordered. God knows when that batch had been made!I decided not to stay and asked for the bill for my coke. Oh, the coke, by the way, was in one of those tiny bottles that only half fills a glass. That came to £1.50 and I handed over a fiver, but, at 6.30pm, and not anticipating a rush of one customer, there were no large denomination coins in the till. So the girl gave me my change in pennies and 5p pieces.And so off I went, shuffling out into the early evening with an empty stomach and a pocket full of change. Somehow I can't see that happening in Tiujana..........One thing's for sure. I won't be going to Amigos in Ulverston anytime soon.

great for familys

The Brown Cow is a lovely Restaurant/Pub to visit. When the weather is good the beer garden is fab to sit in and chill with family or friends. The meals are very filling we always receive plenty. I would recommend this establishment to everyone.

Excellent meals, staff all very attentive. Chicken Tikka masala recommended!

cant beat vegetable soup from here its delicious

Our food at the black swan was exceptional, the staff were very attentive and we were impressed with the selection of real ales on offer. Our accomodation was also to a very high standard, we would recommend anyone to go!

a really enjoyable evening the food is all cooked to order and is all local produce the staff were so helpful and pleasant it made our evening extremely enjoyable would highly recommend giving this place a try as you wont be dissappointed we come on a regular basis and have never left unsatisfied so give it a go

Relaxed, charming and welcoming. We have been a few times now on separate occasions and the food was outstanding. The chef and waitress should be given a medal. The combination of fresh food using local produce is amazing and with superb service it works really well. I don't think it will be long before things really kick off for them. All the very best will be back again very soon.

Pleasant surroundings, food good, freshly cooked and plentiful. Would recommend to friends.

Fantastic menu served in a very comfortable surrounding. Great for families or special occasions. Superb.

Fantastic food the best i have ever tasted, The chef has an eye for detail in the dishes he creates, and pulls them off with perfection, probably the best steak in England. Service a little slow but a lot of effort was made to make our night enjoyable. top marks rot a top restaurant. Long may it continue.

the food was homemade and the cakes were out this world i highly recommend this cafe bar

for a relaxing coffee and delicious snack look no further . this place is well worth looking out for

We booked Lucy4 purely by accident we were actually recommended Lucys on a Plate (the restaurant) Lucy4 is a Winebar / Tapas bar. This though was a brilliant mistake the food was wonderful, not your normal mundane Tapas affair of chicken in lemon and patas bravas, and the portions were very generous. Lucy4 seems less formal than its sister restaurant the atmosphere was quite vibrant and the staff really made us feel welcome. If you are looking for fun, informal evening with great food and wine in Ambleside this is it.

I THOUGHT THIS CAFEBAR WAS VERY GOOD AND THE HOMEMADE CAKES WERE OUTSTANDING ALSO THE STAFF WERE VERY KIND

we celebrated my daughters birthday here it was very busy and they were turning people away i suggest you book, we were lucky, very good value for money and great food.

Just recently me and my wife visited this new little jem of a restaurant, to find a exciting and varied menu, lovely staff and excellent food, this place has huge potential if it keeps that standard up. A great time was had at very reasonable price.

As someone who doesn't 'do' English hotels, this was a first. Having found Graythwaite we've visited 7 times in a year and next week we're back for more! Words cannot describe the atmosphere. It's no wonder famous actors/film makers have visited and returned. This was the most relaxing, friendly, yet out of this world place I have ever encountered in the UK. Just one night and you will be so rested you have to experience it for yourselves! Of course, the food is delicious and the rooms just have to be seen.