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The Pheasant Inn is an excellent gastro pub. The food is to die for. Excellent quality and generous portions and a frustratingly wide choice ! The choice of beers would excite a CAMRA veteran never mind less knowledgeable punters such as our group. And look out for the table host , she's fun, witty and welcoming and sharp as a tack Don't mess with her!! The Pheasant Inn .. way more than pleasant in.
Pheasant Inn – KeswickThis was our second visit in three days which should tell you all you need to know. The first was so successful that it was a 'no-brainer' to return. The service was efficient and pleasant, the food was excellent and the drinks were very good. All the boxes were ticked. We will be back. Sadly for you and us it will now not be until this time next year, but then it'll be a date (or two).
Horse and Farrier – PenrithThis was the Greyhound Inn's first foray into Tapas and they certainly delivered. The food was well cooked, hot and served quickly. The menu was varied and portions really generous. We suffered that, for the smaller appetite, they offer a two tapas, as well as the three tapas menu. Left completely stuffed, and will be visiting again.
Greyhound Inn Cotehill – CarlisleReally impressed with typical South African service like we are used to. Food was really good and we went back 3 times during our stay at Pine Lake. Thoughrally recommended for lunch or dinner. Will definitely go back when in the area. All the best for the future.
The Tavern At Hale – MilnthorpeExcellent service wonderful food, I will be revisiting as soon as I can xx
Lewis’s Bistro – GrasmereWe go to the Lake District 2/3 times every year and always stop in Grasmere. One of the best restaurants in the village is Lewis’s Had an evening meal so many times and always get good value for money. Food is always good, and service is excellent
Lewis’s Bistro – GrasmereReally lovely pub, great atmosphere and top notch food. Excellent staff.
Horse and Farrier – PenrithAbsolutely fantastic food in a lovely country pub setting. Greeted warmly by staff who provided excellent service.
Horse and Farrier – PenrithFantastic evening lovely food and great service . Menu whilst not extensive gives a wide choice and everything was cooked fresh and very enjoyable. Definitely returning !!
Lewis’s Bistro – GrasmereA delight, lovely efficient service, excellent food [I had the lamb], friendly ambience. Highly recommended.
Lewis’s Bistro – GrasmereService attentive and friendly. Food was nicely presented and of a decent standard but overpriced in our opinion for the quality achieved. Our starters were very nice (spiced chicken and souffle) but our mains (slow cooked lamb & cod curry) not quite as good as hoped for. Lamb nice but the gravy was bland and fondant tasteless. The cod appeared a bit overcooked but in a nice sauce. I also personally prefer to see table mats used. Tables without, have a bit of a cafe look and feel about them and this wasn't in keeping with this restaurant.
Grants Of Castlegate – PenrithOne of our favourite restaurants in Carlisle. The staff are lovely, the food is delicious and the location is great, on a Georgian terrace looking out over the citadel. We’ve been many times to Sage and Vine and its sister restaurant Mezzaluna next door - not one bad experience. Highly recommend.
Sage and Vine – CarlisleReally lovely atmosphere, staff were very pleasant, and food was amazing!
Sage and Vine – CarlisleAfter a very busy week it was great to go out for a meal. We had fish'n'chips and enjoyed it very much. The cider batter was light and crispy, the haddock was cooked perfectly. The tartare sauce was good too. Perhaps a few more chips? In fact we couldn't manage pudding, but on another occasion I had a lovely creme brulee. We like to come for a meal before going to the Heron Theatre, and will definitely come again.
The Wheatsheaf at Beetham – MilnthorpeWe have eaten here many times and have always had great praise for the restaurant. This time we felt it had deteriorated downwards to a mass production establishment. Service was fast too fast. The portions had become too large, it felt like it high and lower the quality. We did not feel our custom was appreciated, sometimes felt a nuisance. The dogs are too intrusive. To have them right by you breathing far to close and cleaning themselves! Really put one off the food. Perhaps have all dog customers at the far end …leaving fresh air for the other customers. The comparison with another family run restaurant in Grasmere is stark. Lewis bistro, you are way below there standard. Their prices are more competitive. Not sure if we will risk another visit. So disappointed, please go back to old standards.
Lewis’s Bistro – GrasmereTurned up for our booking was turned away as I was told they don’t have time to check online bookings as they have had walk in What the point if an in line booking system if they arnt going to use it Rude staff
La Mezzaluna – CarlisleIt was super !
La Mezzaluna – CarlisleGreat food and great service. Food was lovely and fresh.x
La Mezzaluna – Carlisle3 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!
