Reviews in Cumbria and Lake District

First time eating here and it was an excellent discovery. The food is the main reason to come here, and each course was superb. The scallops starter here were as good as I've had at a Michelin star taster menu, cooked perfectly and so soft. The main was a little unexpected, by that I mean it was larger than expected, which was a good thing. Seabass was beautifully cooked and the vegetables were plentiful. I still had room for dessert and both the choices at our table were really good. For service, the gap from being seated to our drinks order being taken was a little long but apart from that really good service all night. The atmosphere was also really good for a bistro in a village, had the more formal dining feel but not pretentious in any way. I also liked that dogs were allowed, we didn't have ours but I feel this is essential in the Lake District with everywhere expected to allow them (this was helped by the dogs in there being very well behaved). We will definitely be returning here next time we are in the area. We ate in the Daffodil hotel the other 2 nights (which was very good) but this meal was the best we had this week.

This was the second time that our party of six had dined here and the food and service was, again, very good. One of our party is Gluten intolerant and there was no problem accommodating her dietary requirements. We were not staying at the hotel but, nonetheless, were made to feel very welcome by the friendly and efficient staff.

This pub is really clean and the staff are friendly. We had Sunday lunch which was tasty and served on hot plates so kept the meal warm. There was plenty of meat, the gravy was tasty and it was good value for money

visited yesterday with my husband & 3 sisters for lunch & the food didn't disappoint it came piping hot & service as always excellent. when visiting Carlisle from Wigan we always eat here. Excellent value for money. I would highly recommend

Our fourth visit ,we have dined in some of the best restaurants in the world, this restaurant is up there with them. Many thanks.

We loved our evening at Lewis’s Bistro. The food was exceptional and the service impeccable. Not keen on dogs in restaurants so hence atmosphere marked down slightly. Would definitely recommend.

We live in Keswick but dont eat out that often. We had heard good things about the Pheasant Inn, Keswick so booked a table for my birthday. The pub was really busy and all tables were occupied so I was glad we had pre-booked. The staff were dashing around serving food but they were really friendly and welcoming. The food I gotta say was absolutely fabulous. I ordered the chicken, ham and leek pie which came with a beautiful tarragon & madeira sauce and side veggies. My husband had the salmon with crushed potatoes and brocolli. We both loved the food so much we have booked again for my husbands birthday.

Lovely meal, good value for money

Superb food. No pretentiousness. Friendly service. Good value. What's not to like!

Great meals .. especially my vegetarian option.. The service was extremely warm and friendly

A real pleasure. A small, intimate restaurant, with a lovely variety of choice, with food cooked to perfection. Staff engaging and helpful

Found this establishment recommended in a guide book and wanted the certainty of an advance booking for our first evening in Keswick. We were sufficiently impressed that we booked a further two early evenings slots. The food was excellent and the service too - polite, friendly and professional staff and prompt delivery of our meals without any quality compromise. My wife is a vegetarian (who also enjoys boneless fish fillets) and she was delighted with the vegetarian options. The Pheasant was only a 15-20 minute walk from our B&B on Southey Street (which seems to be B&B central) through a nice park along the river. Pricewise the Pheasant seems to be on a par with other pubs (£15 - £23 for mains, extra for steaks) and the quality and portion sizes were very good. I can heartily recommend the Lamb Henry (very filling), the Venison Bourguignon and the Lakeland Beef Pie. Drinks prices reasonable.

I booked a table at Lewis’s Bistro as we were on holiday and celebrating my wife’s 60th birthday. This booking was based purely on reviews and menu options and I must say our party of five absolutely loved this Bistro. Everything about it was first class from the moment we arrived. The service, food and atmosphere could not have been faulted even when my wife’s mash potato came out cold nothing was to much trouble to change it . If we ever come back to Grasmere we would certainly book again at Lewis’s

Really enjoyed our meal. Nice surroundings, pleasant waitresses and excellent food. It was all very tasty and professionally presented. We will definitely book again when in Penrith

My partner and I have dined here on numerous occasions and highly recommend it. The menu is varied, the food delicious and the service friendly and efficient. Looking forward to our next visit!

Best bistro /restaurant in the Lake District, you will not be disappointed.

Fabulous! Booked online for 3 people and everything went smoothly. The staff were really friendly, helpful and welcoming. The menu was varied and interesting and the food was amazing. Thoroughly recommend it and will visit again.

Always great food and service wonderful atmosphere very friendly and attentive staff highly recommend