Reviews in Penrith

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.

Excellent food especially the onion rings, been few times always excellent, this is how the ideal public house should be please don’t change

Excellent meal here with a group of friends as we started the Coast to Coast hike. Food quality and presentation was excellent. Service was outstanding. Nice ambience. Stephen is a talented chef. Highly recommend.

We had a Saturday night family birthday celebration dinner at Grants recently with my extended family. The food was delicious, one of the best meals we all agreed that any of us had had in a while and the presentation excellent! The staff were very friendly and accommodating especially for the GF requirement one of us had, the F&B service was very good as well. The restaurant had a lovely atmosphere. We had a table at the back of the restaurant on the upper floor which was light and airy. We have no hesitation in recommending Grants at Castlegate and we hope to dine their again when next visiting our relatives in Penrith.

What an amazing find. Do visit as you won't be disappointed.

Delicious meal to celebrate the end of our long hike from Skipton. Friendly welcome and good service. Pea and goats cheese tart and sea bass on crab and lobster ravioli were both excellent. Ice cream tasted homemade and fresh.

We were only in Penrith for a few days, and we found an absolute gem in this restaurant. Really good quality and presented superbly.

Superb freshly cooked food, very attentive staff, a great dining experience. Definitely recommend a visit !

Lovely cosy inn, with really friendly staff, and excellent food.

From the lovely welcome to the excellent food a great restaurant

Excellent service, top class food