Reviews in Cumbria and Lake District

I have always enjoyed fine dining and as i was staying at the Crown Hotel on business i thought i would give their restaurant a go. It was fantastic! The staff were incredibly curtious, and made me feel very at home. The restaurant overlooks the fantastic gardens and makes a perfect setting for a meal. I opted for the smoked mackerel spring salad to start. For the main course i thought i would try the Ullswater beef fillet. They seem to source all their food locally which i think helps with the fresh taste. All in all it was one of the most pleasant dining experiences i have had in quite some time.

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Superb! No other words for it. The staff were excellent, nothing was too much trouble for them, and the food out of this world and reasonably priced. Wasn't expecting to find a hotel of this calibre in Barrow. Definitely one to check out. I thoroughly recommend it

This has to be one of my all time favourite places to eat. Friendly, efficient service and most importantly - fabulous food. It's one I'm always happy to recommend to friends, who have never been disappointed. Went there recently as a party of three. We all had different dishes for three courses and every dish was beautifully presented, fresh and tasty. What more do you want from a restaurant? Don't just turn up - book it!

This hidden gem is wonderfully welcoming. The food is wholesome yet innovative, with portion sizes you can only expect in Cumbria. The front of house staff are warm and engaging, most definitely worth a visit.

The Brown Cow is a wonderful pub with a great selection of real ales, but it also does really good pub food, with large portions and the chips are some of the best I've had. Unless you are extremely hungry, the smaller portions of the cheaper versions are easily enough, and I do recommend their pies.

The meal was nice I loved the base & tomato sauce :) My only complain will be about the manager female blond I felt that staff was being terrorized by her and I`m not being funny I really mean that I would still recommend this place to everyone.

Several years ago I discovered the delights of the Union Jack Cafe and am I glad I did! It is THE BEST cafe in Kendal. The food is home made, delicious and very reasonably priced. We own a holiday cottage at Keswick and eat at the Union Jack on our way up there and also on our way home.The service is quick and the staff friendly. We would never think of going anywhere else.

Our third visit to sutherlands restaurant still the best value for money in the area with a wide choice menu.hattie

Our third visit to sutherlands restaurant still the best value for money in the area with a wide choice menu.

There are two restaurants at the Lakeside Hotel. After using the spa facilities we opted for the Bistro. Perfectly seared Tuna preceded first class steaks! It's ashame the chef chose gaufrette crisps to accompany the steak?? The dessert wine matched the bread and butter pudding. Service was attentive and friendly and our coffee was served by the fire listening to the pianist. As the name suggests the Lakeside has a commanding view of Lake Windermere. You really must give it a whirl!

A likeable place with a light, airy interior and good Thai food. The menu includes authentic sticky rice served in baskets.

I was very disappointed, having heard that Morrels has such a good reputation. The food really lacked flavour and the vegetables reminded me of school dinners (e.g. jacket potato burnt solid). The service was not good either - starters arrived before drinks, and even after we reminded staff about drinks we had another considerable wait before they arrived. I'm hoping this was an off day and will try it again in light of more favourable reviews by others.

Bags of atmosphere and very very good coffee. The paninis and taps very tasty too (though portions a bit on the small side).

Very bland food - left feeling bloated and unsatisfied. sorry!

Very good food and quick service. The decor is a bit depressing, though. Best if you want to eat quickly rather than making an evening of it.

Nice atmosphere and great food!Live music played on some dates.

Relaxed atmosphere, beautiful decor, the best Thai food this side of Bangkok, great Thai wines, friendly staff. What more do i need to say!