Reviews in Cumbria and Lake District

really good food and service- cant find anything to grumble about!

We ate at Jacksons last night (19th Feb 2009). We thought the food was very average and overpriced. My husband had the crab cake for starter which was very bland. For mains courses we had steak and seabass which were acceptable but nothing special. The service was poor, when asked if we wanted to see the desert menu, no mention was made to dishes which were not available so after taking ages to decide on a dessert we were then told "Oh we haven't got that" - surely this should be something that should be mentioned at the time of presenting the menu. For £70.00 for a couple, we expected a little better food and service.

What a find! Ambleside has a host of eateries, but this one outshines them all; friendly knowledgeable staff, reasonable prices and above all, great food cooked by someone who cares about flavours. Go for the early evening option, before 7; 3 courses for £14.95. The place was busy, but we were served promptly and even had time to go to the cinema opposite for the 8.30 showing.

valentines night was an absolute delight it was a surprise from my husband, we have never been before, we will certainly go back. excellent value for money.

We went for valentines night on the recommendation from this site! We had not booked as only in area visiting. Fully justified. The staff were very friendly, food was lovely. The garlic bread and scallops both fantastic and the pasta dishes also very very nice and more than enough to fill. Good value for money and will go back again if ever back in barrow!

just come across the web site for Damson Dene.( Have written a letter though) We had our annual Christmas party there and have nothing but praise for them. We had a party of 26, all who also booked rooms for the evening. Everything was spot on. Value for money, cleanliness, food, and the service and friendliness of the staff was second to none! We have no hesitation in recommending them and will definitely be returning.

Excellent restaurant, good food, good ambiance, very friendly staff. I have already recommended to my family. Make sure you book!

Having eaten her in 2008 feel should say that this is a great friendly place - we ate here twice as some others have gone a little downhill. Our little girl was well catered for and the Lamb wonderful - We will be back at Easter 09 for more of the same please.

Had a meal here on Saturday and it was beautiful. The new Chef's menu choices would please most people. I had the steak strips in a garlic and chilli sauce and they were gorgeous. The Banofee and toffee meringue was to die for. A hidden gem in Dalton

Stunning food and service, homely but authentic surroundings, and a great takeaway service to boot, spot on !

We recently visited Francine's (15th January 2009), we were welcomed by a lovely waitress who served us throughout the evening. We stared the meal with some tasty h'dourves. Three delicious courses - we both really enjoyed the game! We would recommend this restaurant to everyone who wants good quality, delicious food then book here. Warm and friendly 4 star food without the pretentiousness of fine dining. Excellent. We WILL be coming back in the summer.

very nice food, good service all the family really enjoyed eating in the hotel

We were really disappointed with our meal at the Queens Head. We had booked the table a few weeks in advance and got a table near the toilets/kitchen. My meal was nice but my partner ordered a £25 steak. This steak arrived absolutely tiny. When we complained the manager wasn't very apologetic and offered no compensation. even though he acknowledged that other people had complained. My partner left hungry as we were too annoyed to have dessert. I wouldn't recommend this place

All meals at Brantwood are fabulous - well worth a visit. We have been visiting for at least 20 years. In fact we visited today and my husband had a Cumberland Grill and I had Chicken Sweet and Sour with Rice - delicious.

Welcoming with tasty, varied and enjoyable wholefood! Always worth a visit, especially for vegetarians!

Beautiful food, Staff were so welcoming delicious home made chips. Would go back again tomorrow!

I took my children there for a meal and we all had a great time. The food was excellent and very reasonably priced. I believe new owners have taken over in the past year and really perked up the menu and give the place a once over. All I can say is Thanks for a fantastic dinner ad we WILL be back.

me and my partner went to villa positano whilst staying in the lakes, the meal was wonderful and the staff were even better. highly recommended