Reviews in Cumbria and Lake District

Lovely, atmospheric restaurant in Grasmere serving excellent food at fair prices for The Lakes. Advise booking and definitely a place to visit.

Fabulous food as always, took family who were visiting, they loved it, and can't wait to return,,,, excellent service and experience all round

We came for a Sunday dinner after visiting the fairy steps as a stop over, for another trip. The food was excellent, and they catered really well for children with milk allergies, we will make the trip especially for food in the future.

Honestly, I wasn't going to bother leaving a review, but I had an email promoting me for one. This is probably the worst meal we've had in Keswick, accompanied by mostly terrible service. I'll try to keep it brief. Partner ordered Chicken Supreme from the specials menu for £21. Served slimy chicken thighs and bland sauce. Son's kids meal was 2 chicken nuggets and literally 5 chips. He's 8 years old and complained constantly. Had to cook him more food when we got back to our lodge. My 'Lamb Henry' was a mixed bag. The lamb itself was delicious, but the "creamy mash" was a squashed, lumpy new potato without any creaminess whatsoever. It took 1 hour 10 mins from ordering to receiving our food, and we were stuffed into a corner with barely enough room to move. When we complained about the meals after, the waitress said, "I wish you had told us sooner", but at no point did anyone come over to check to see if we were happy with our meals, and the couple of people running about looked completely overwhelmed. After waiting over an hour, you just want to eat, not have them go back and start again. I'm sure you understand that. They did knock us £11 off our bill, which was a nice gesture, but I genuinely feel that even the £60 we paid in the end was very bad value for the quality of the food and service received. We'll definitely not be going again.

Cosy, friendly and busy pub. Food was good and plentiful with fresh vegetables included. Service excellent as well. Good idea to book in advance.

Came to Grasmere in June this year with my mum and ate at the bistro twice in the 3 days we were there. Staff and food were fantastic. Returned this week with my husband for a stay in The Lakes to celebrate his birthday and took him for a meal at the bistro. Again the food and service were faultless. Cannot recommend this place enough. Can’t wait to return to try other dishes!

Had a wonderful dinner at Lewis while spending a few days in lovely Grasmere. Food and service were excellent. Topped off the meal with the best Sticky Toffee Pudding I have ever eaten. Highly recommend this awesome restaurant.

Grants Restaurant is a little gem in Penrith, just what you need after a long walk in the lakes, the food was tasty and presented lovely, would I go back again, most definitely!!!

Our 5th visit to Lewis’s restaurant over the past few years and again another excellent meal. Service was very pleasant and friendly throughout the evening. Look forward to visiting again in the near future.

Normally go to The Jumble rooms but decided to change …..definitely not disappointed, food was excellent. Hubby and I had steak and it was melt in the mouth. Will book for next year. Didn’t get rushed out and we ended up literally being the last ones in. Shame it’s not open on a Sunday. But granted you need a rest :)

Amazing Sunday lunch ! Both the roast beef and chicken were cooked perfectly. The meats came with all the trimmings including cauliflower cheese and plenty of gravy . Staff were lovely . Would highly recommend .

Excellent early evening meal. Go for the traditionals, beef pie, venison or the fish pie. Vegetables very good, fresh, just cooked, red cabbage especially good. Don’t leave without trying the sticky toffee pudding

Our second visit to Grants this time we took friends as this place is too good to keep to yourself . Every dish we have tried is perfect in taste and presentation . 10/10 once again

Away for a few days with friends for a special birthday, the food, drinks and service were great and everyone had a fabulous evening which was the aim, thanks to the team at Grants of Castlegate.

Real lakes pub Great menu Fab service Proper atmosphere Lovely

Both of us opted for the roast beef Sunday lunch, it was by far the best we have had in a long time, We can’t wait to visit the village again and will definitely be eating at the Pig and Whistle.