Reviews in Cumbria and Lake District

We visited francines for the first time last May and was very impressed. When we returned to the lakes again at February half term we knew we had to go again but this time we wanted to go in the evening. We were certainly not disappointed. The food was superb extremely well presented and totally faultless, needless to say we went back for lunch two days later again tremendous, oh and we took back home to Bolton two massive pieces of carrot cake. We certainly wont hesitate to make the hours journey when we go out for lunch or dinner its well worth the ride. A must for all food lovers.

Celebrated my birthday there with husband & friends - couldn't have chosen a more enjoyable venue. Very laid back and relaxing evening. Particularly liked the break between courses ( 5 of them !). Not the least pretentious. Excellent choice of food & wine and very well stocked bar.

Locally sourced food is excellent (shoulder of lamb recommended).

after finally finding the place we where not disappointed. the food was excellent as was the service.defo try it if you've not been. great views and wonderful beers and cider

Have been a few times and really enjoy the experience of being there. It is expensive for the area. However to overcome expensive wine by the glass, buy a bottle you can get one for around 8pounds. The food is good and excellent value at the moment as they have a half price deal on! March 07. So if you are thinking of giving it a go get your skates on, you simply can't be disappointed at those prices.

My favourite pub for a meal - absolutely lovely. Lots of choice, intimate and comfortable surroundings, great service and superb food. Thoroughly recommended!!!

Excellent Pub Grub!

Excellent time had by all Dec 2006

Very friendly with quality food.

Visited Beswicks Restaurant fantastic atmosphere, excellent meal the duck was incredible and the sweets marvellous. nearly forgot the bread they make their own and it is heaven. We have 2 favourite Restaurants in the Area Beswicks and Rustique both VERY hard to beat for overall experience both different so could pick one over the other.

Went in today coffee and toast. Hot milk would have been nice bread could be improved it is too light and falls apart. Come on Gillams get it together i am rooting for you. Queenie.

Bosun's Locker re=opens March 3rd hope you pay us a visit

On my first visit to Gillams tea rooms I was in for a pleasant surprise. It is totally organic, vegetarian and fair trade. The waitress was friendly and the food was very nice. I have been on numerous occasions since and always find the food good. On a cold winters day its lovely to sit by a roaring fire eating good food.

The ambiance at the Cumbria Cafe is unequalled in Grasmere. On any given summer evening, one can feast on traditional and moderately priced English dishes while gazing at a wishing well on a village lane and listen to the gentle bleating of the sheep nearby. The service is excellent, the dinners delicious, and views of the fells breathtaking.

EXCELLENT FOOD , SERVICE , BEER

Best steak in North Lancashire. Superb. Great beer too.

Food was amazing - proper Italian taste. Could do with having candles, Italian music to create more of an Italian ambience. Will be back again!

Always a superb experience; wood burner, Baroque music, relaxed atmosphere, welcoming staff, great food, mouth-watering home-made cakes, ambient surroundings, magazines to read and stunning views if the weather is good enough to eat outside. An absolute must.