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.
Overlooking lake Ullswater the view is beautiful. Unfortunately we ended up eating a main course with no vegetables not realising they should be ordered separately. Our own fault I suppose but maybe some guidance by the waiter would have been helpful here. I cant imagine many people want just the main dish on its own. Instead we were left hungry so if you eat here remember to ask for side orders too! Having said that, what we did have was very nice.
Brackenrigg Inn – PenrithI would like to ask one question why is this place not in the major guides. Its quirky its true but the food is excellent (simple and well presented) the wine list WOW service great unhurried but attentive, and lord knows you need to be unhurried if you are going for several courses. Some strange conbinations but they work and HOW.Everything was exemplary. The abiance has to be unique, one feels totally at home. By the way the bar is very well stocked. Choice of Brandies and Malts really good. We will be back soon.
Beswicks Restaurant – Broughton-in-FurnessLovely views over the Lyth Valley with it's damson blossom looking so beautiful in the spring
Lyth Valley Hotel – KendalReally going to repeat many of the comments already on this site. The food is terrific, better than I expected and far better than literally anything else in Barrow. The seats are a bit austere and lack padding and it wasn't busy when I ate at lunchtime so it lacked a little atmosphere. That said, this place is a class act and beautifully presented. It won't be long before it's crammed full of Barrovians 24/7. Very very very good.
Duke of Edinburgh Hotel – Barrow-in-Furnessvery good place to go, you have to book first as it's a popular wedding venue but you won't be disappointed
Chequers Hotel – Barrow-in-Furnesspopular place to eat in barrow, gets so full weekday lunchtimes you may have to wait for a seat and you may even have to share a table but it's worth it.
Fig Tree Cafe – Barrow-in-FurnessSet in an outstanding location overlooking Lake Windermere, Holbeck Ghyll is the quintessential Country House Hotel. The food is of exceptional quality and presentation although 'hearty eaters' had best look elsewhere. More the place for Ladies who Lunch or a romantic dinner. Lunch is a set price with a limited choice, but a must for 'foodies' Good wine list.
Holbeck Ghyll Country House Hotel – WindermereBest of the 'traditional' pubs in town, the Dog & Gun offers great beer, great food and a great atmosphere. Packed with locals every night of the week - always a good sign in a tourist town.
Dog and Gun – KeswickGreat traditional Lakeland pub - one of the best examples in the Lakes. Great food, a good range of beers (if you like Jennings) and a great location with a nice beer garden. Of course, they celebrate this fact by hiking the prices up accordingly.
Horse and Farrier Inn – KeswickI love the square orange, one of my favourite places in the lakes. Tiny and full of charm, its my favourite place in town to go hide away from the crowds. Packed full of locals on a weekend, always a good sign in a tourist town. Top quality live music on a thursday, just a lovely little place to go chill out
Square Orange Cafe Bar – KeswickBest of the international restaurants in Keswick - been around for years and very popular with both locals and tourists. Great food, reasonably priced. Good for groups and open late.
Golden Hills – Keswickwonderful - don't need to say any more!
Log House Restaurant – AmblesideThe food is so great. The owner are friendly. They can cook the real Thai that I never met them before in UK. I would like to recommend if you have a trip in the Lake District.
Doi Intanon Thai Restaurant – AmblesideAwesome
Bosuns Locker Cafe – Barrow-in-FurnessGreat place great food great staff, we all had a fantastic evening
Lynebank House – Hotel & Restaurant – CarlisleWhen we went to book a table for two hours time, the waitress seemed totally stressed out and disinterested in us and we wondered whether we'd made a mistake. However because it looked so enticing from outside we took our table for 2. Things had calmed down, the candles had been lit and the service seemed more under control. The food was lovely, especially the starter, although the main and desserts were not exceptional. Small additions to the menu by Lucy herself added alot of fun and character to the experience. It feels like you're dining in a warm and homely atmosphere. In fact it was so good we returned there the 2nd night, mainly cos the other restaurants in Ambleside were either closed or didn't look as inviting. I'm hoping to return oneday and try the cookery course!
Lucy’s On A Plate – AmblesideGreat place great food great staff, we all had a fantastic evening
Lynebank House – Hotel & Restaurant – CarlisleAt last a touch of class for Barrow, great bar menu with excellent food for very little money. Congrats to the interior designers the place looks lovely, only trouble is you don't want to leave even though the drinks are expensive you feel prepared to pay the price.
Duke of Edinburgh Hotel – Barrow-in-Furness3 small plates or side dishes for £23, valid Tuesday to Friday 12 noon to 5pm.
A selection of dishes sold at a fixed price of £11.50 between 11:30am - 1:30pm and 5:00pm - 6:30pm.
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.
2 courses for £24 (roast and pudding).
