Reviews in Penrith

The pub is a wonderful historic building, 300 years old, beams and all. Lovely people, great service... good traditional food (but a bit too much of it). The only off-putting thing was the sticky surface of the pub table. The waitress did spray and wipe it when asked, but it remained unpleasantly sticky... either old concealed beer-spill or solvent-damaged varnish? Also there was a football match on TV so it would have been nicer to eat in the dining room in an atmosphere more conducive to appreciating our meal.

This was the first time we had visited and the food and service was top notch! We arrived early but they let us have a table and have pre dinner drinks. Unfortunately they didn't run to cocktails, though they seemed to have all the ingredients. The scallops were delicious, which all 4 of us had, followed by the pork or steak, though I thought the latter was overpriced. All food was cooked to perfection. I would certainly recommend this little gem!

Loved our stay , the staff were all fantastic. The food was brilliant pub food would stay again if in that area

Came on fathers Day, and we all loved our meals .staff great and polite eill ve back in August.. love this place xx

We went to the Queen'Head for a Father's Day Sunday lunch. There were five of us in total from 72 years to 2years six months. We all had an excellent meal. The staff were very friendly and welcoming, and could not do enough for our toddler. The portions were just right, cooked well and served nice and hot. None of us had been to the Queen's Head before, but we will definitely be back.

We were a group of 4 and had an amazing meal, the food was fantastic and service friendly, would highly recommend.

We ate at the Queesns Head 4 times in our 'walking week'. Started with Sunday lunch with some friends which was lovely, then we had 2 full meals finishing off with some small bites on our last day. The staff were amazing, the food was also fantastic; best find - Cumbrian way ale!!!!! Thank you to everyone who we met and the ones behind the scenes working so hard!!

Good food. Good value. Pleasant and friendly service. We will return...!

Fantastic place. Beautiful olde world pub with lots of character, The staff are so friendly. Good honest Sunday roast.

We have eaten twice here now, and can honestly say, how friendly, this place is. The food is tremendous, plenty of it, nice and hot, and served quickly with a smile. I cannot believe how we have not visited sooner. We will definitely keep visiting as we travel to the Lake District (Pooley Bridge) often.

We stayed at the North Lakes hotel for a spa weekend and wanted a special meal out. Looking at the menu online and reviews we chose Grants and were extremely happy with our choice. Our expectations where food is concerned are high and Grants did not disappoint. Do not let the location or first look at Grants deter you from taking a seat. The taste and presentation of the food was excellent. The service staff were very friendly and attentive. The online booking was simple and the following communication regarding booking reassuring. My only negatives were atmosphere (especially as one of the first diners that evening) it lacked finishing touches in the restaurant itself in decoration and music and crockery (I know modern tends to be earthenware but with such gorgeous food I hate the scraping noise when trying to savour the last bits on the plate). This said, the food and attentive, knowledgeable staff will bring me back!! Thanks for the salmon recommendation x

Excellent food, albeit my wife’s salmon could have been slightly less cooked for her liking. Otherwise this was a very good evening and you get what you pay for. Very enjoyable! See you again soon.

Small portions,long wait between courses and prices extornshanet.

Lovely food, very welcoming, highly recommended

great food, plenty choice, good sized portions, reasonable price, will be back

Had a lovely stay in May 2024 represented excellent value for money. The food was good (especially breakfast) and a good selection of wine. The pub was quiet for a Friday on a bank holiday weekend but the atmosphere hospitable. There did at times seem a shortage of staff and so getting served at the bar (which was not busy) did take a little longer than it should, but the staff were gracious and hospitable at all times. The room was clean and cosy with a great coffee and tea selection. The shower and towels excellent. I would certainly visit again if in the area.

Loved it all! The food was exceptional and the service fast and friendly, but also professional. Had my 40th birthday there and don’t regret it one bit! Will visit again for sure!

Recently stayed at this cosy pub for 4 nights. Breakfasts and evening meals were excellent particularly the new menu which started on our third night. No complaints at all and will return.