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I live just around the bay horse. In my opinion it is absolutely fantastic. The atmosphere; quiet music, families etc. Cheap, yet easily able to relax and dine. STRONGLY recommended
Bay Horse – Barrow-in-FurnessHad a really poor experience at this restaurant in November 2007. Owner/manager was very rude and aggressive towards our party when we felt the food wasn't as good as the price reflected. The customer is always right is definitely not on his agenda. We left with a small reduction in the price but really shouldn't have paid. I am contacting the Tourist Board in Kewsick as I was really upset and worried about his attitude towards visitors.
Sweeneys Bar Restaurant – KeswickThe coffee was fine, but the owner is HORRIFIC! We were told we couldn't take our push chair in, which would be understandable if the place was heaving, but it was 5pm on a December evening and there were 4 other people in there. The owner ranted at us and was extremely rude and not at all reasonable. 7 adults and 2 children bought coffees, hot chocolates, flapjacks etc, but we were told we were not allowed to bring our own food in; this was referring to 3 Organix crisps (baby snacks) being eaten by our 9 month old. I can not recommend this place for customer service at all! there are plenty of great places to eat and drink in Ambleside - go there instead!
Cafe Treff – AmblesideWe've been dining at Amigos for over 6 years now and have always had a fabulous experience there. The last couple of reviews have prompted me to add one in their defence. I would rather a wait a few minutes extra and be guaranteed a freshly prepared meal cooked with honesty and integrity. As the kitchen door is always ajar, customers can see the tiny kitchen and the two chefs working their amazing magic in there - I don't know how they do it?. The menu variety is great and we are always spoilt for choice (though one of us ALWAYS orders sticky ribs, the best I've eaten anywhere!). As we live locally, we sometimes just pop in the bar for a decent bottle of wine and nibbles, the atmosphere is like nothing else in Ulverston. Keep up the good work Amigos, you deserve the great reputation you've earned over the years.
Amigos The Mexican – UlverstonThe most amazing pub grub ever! Hungarian Goulash is stunningly good, plus excellent tap beers.
Dog and Gun – KeswickBeswicks! What an evening, Comfy sofas, log fires, fabulous food! You should never just pass through Broughton-in-furness you would miss a real treat. Thank you David once again excellent food.
Beswicks Restaurant – Broughton-in-FurnessReally liked this place. Ground floor it's a contemporary-styled cafe; upstairs a bit more characterful. The staff are friendly and efficient, the food is good value, but most important it seems quite innovative -- not the standard pasta choices that you find everywhere else. Music was good too -- can't beat a bit of salsa with your spaghetti!
Infusion – Kendalthe food is very good but the landlady needs a lesson in manners, she's very rude to customers especially the people who are just having a drink. she has put me and many others off re-visiting the place, even though the food is excellent.
Ship Inn At Roose – Barrow-in-Furnessdunno whats happened to this place. 2 years ago i visited and really enjoyed. This time poor service microwaved food and in general i felt like my being there was putting staff out. Noticed that the pub across the road is now doing food ( station hotel) and on speaking to some locals have discovered that its now the place to go for food in town. Am back in a couple of weeks and will give it a go.
Agricultural Hotel – PenrithThe best food we have had in the lakes and believe me with have tried many. We have a caravan in the area in this is where we eat every Friday on our way in. Food is excellent and I challenge anyone to find a better chip. The welcome is warm and they are great with the kids. A lovely pub
The Pheasant Inn – Grange-over-SandsThe service was immpeccable. I was greatly impressed with both the food and the quality of service; the waitresses always had a friendly smile. The atmosphere was very welcoming and i enjoyed my meal greatly.
Lowther Castle Inn – PenrithExcellent Food the best in the area
Royal Oak – Grange-over-Sandsveg was soggy! bar man though friendly was appeared to be getting more and more drunk making my wife feel very uncomfortable letter in room said breakfast was until 9.30 but was told it finished at 9 no apology no alternative offered ie reduced rate. lovely village though
The Ship Inn – UlverstonThe Apple Pie looked inviting and was nicely decorated throughout. There was an ample number of staff and a few diners. Having been greeted by a member of staff on our entrance we took a seat, browsed the menu and waited to be served. After 15 minutes, no one came to take our order or acknowledged us again. We waited patiently for a further 10 minutes trying to politely gain the waiters attention, but we were continued to be ignored. We finally requested for our order to be taken when we were told we would have to wait until they had taken the order of another customer that had only walked in 5 minutes earlier! After waiting for 25 minutes, being ignored despite more than adequate staffing levels and now feeling rather hungry we got up and left and eventually find a very nice cafe called 'Lucy's on a Plate' which had staff that knew how to give good customer service. Unfortunately I cannot pass comment on any other areas of the Apple Pie only that the Staff are incredibly rude and that I will not be going back.
Apple Pie Eating House and Bakery – AmblesideFrom living in carlisle and having experienced all of carlisles currys houses.My partner and i would strongly suggest going there!This is the closet you will get to a proper curry!!Particularly recommend the Lamb Saag and Lamb Jalfrezi .....and get them spiced up the chefs are happy to cater to your taste.Plus the poppadoms and pickles are amazing, especially the chilli and lime pickles. Try it you wont be let down!
Stanwix Tandoori – CarlisleSillfield Farm shop can't be overestimated. The meat is FANTASTIC... just try adding a few rashers of their bacon to a Pasta Amatriciana... you will never taste anything like it. Also, the staff are fantastic - they will advise you on how to cook their products, and always engage in a heart conversation. Long live Sillfield!
Sillfield Farm Products – KendalWe have been going to Jacksons for 10 years (first place we go to everytime we visit the lakes) It seems to us that the owners have a passion for their Restaurant, and it shows. The same staff have been there for years, which is telling in it's self. The food is really very good and the atmosphere is relaxing and friendly. Try the specials board, is a treat.
Jacksons Bistro – WindermereQuite simply, the Wordsworth Hotel was the most disappointing hotel experience ever. We’ve stayed in Grasmere lots of times, at various different hotels, B&Bs or rental cottages but we’d always fancied trying the Wordsworth. The occasion was my Dad’s 80th birthday. The worst thing was the service, but the rooms weren’t much better. At dinner, it took hours to get everyone served - it was like something from Gordon’s Kitchen Nightmares. The food wasn’t that great - over-fancy and way overpriced. We’d expected good, wholesome Cumbrian fare. My mother ordered steak and her face was something to behold when three tiny pieces of meat in a fancy sauce arrived. It would have been funny if it hadn’t been a very special family event getting ruined. And if the whole thing hadn’t been costing an arm and a leg. They couldn’t even manage to serve breakfast promptly and efficiently. We had to ask for everything at least 3 times: tea, toast and so on. The rooms were really dingy and in need of a good lick of paint. We had blood-stained wallpaper in ours. My sister and her boyfriend had a shower that didn’t work and - worse still - a toilet that didn’t flush. There were no tea and coffee making facilities in the rooms. The pool was grubby too. It had that uncared for feel about it. There were two unwanted, shabby old sofas in one corner. The Jacuzzi was stone cold despite us and other guests complaining to the management. In the gym, the rowing machine didn’t work either. We did complain several times whilst there - as did other guests. In fact, I sat in reception for ten minutes and witnessed three different sets of guests complaining about various things. My mother wrote to the hotel in September, immediately after our stay. My mother has phoned the Wordsworth several times to ask why they have not had the courtesy to reply. It’s now over two months later and we haven’t heard a word. I really wouldn’t recommend this hotel. There are some lovely hotels in Grasmere, many cheaper than this one but with a much higher standard of accommodation, food and service.
The Wordsworth Hotel and Spa – Grasmere3 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!
