Where to Eat in Ambleside
The Old Stamp House
The Old Stamp House
The Old Stamp House
This is our favourite family run fine-dining restaurant in the town. They have just won a much deserved Michelin Star! They pride themselves on creating a seasonal local cuisine. A must for special occasions but please book well in advance to avoid disappointment
Lucy's On A Plate
The Old Stamp House
The Old Stamp House
Lucy's own restaurant with an eclectic menu open for lunch and dinner.....but also just for dessert; all in a relaxed atmosphere. There will be something for everyone of all ages on the extensive menu. Lucy's will make you smile. Reservations are recommended.
Lake Road Kitchen
The Old Stamp House
Lake Road Kitchen
Intimate multi-award winning fine dining restaurant. This dinner-only restaurant has a creative menu with wine pairings and a team from some of the worlds best restaurants. Please book well in advance.
Dodd's
The Apple Pie Cafe and Bakery
Lake Road Kitchen
An open and bustling kitchen serving classic Mediterranean dishes from local produce. This restaurant has a cheery casual atmosphere that is liked by families. They don't take bookings and is based on first come first served
The Apple Pie Cafe and Bakery
The Apple Pie Cafe and Bakery
The Apple Pie Cafe and Bakery
The cafe and bakery are open all day (until 4.30pm) serving breakfast, coffee, lunch and afternoon tea including their own fresh baking. The cafe is through the back of the bakery and has five seating areas, accommodating couples to large groups.
The Schelly
The Apple Pie Cafe and Bakery
The Apple Pie Cafe and Bakery
Fine dining without the faff. Casual and delicious. The latest venture from Chef-Owner Ryan Blackburn and his team. A small plates eatery inspired by culture and travel. Ryan utilitisies the very best produce available to deliver exciting plates of food.
Where to Eat In Grasmere
Baldry's Tearoom
Baldry's Tearoom
Baldry's Tearoom
Baldry's Tearoom lies in the heart of Grasmere. It is a traditional English Tearoom serving delicious home-made cakes and a large selection of teas and other drinks.
The Jumble Room
Baldry's Tearoom
Baldry's Tearoom
A colourful restaurant that cooks with local produce. A fun, friendly, relaxed place to eat. Reservations are recommended at this popular restaurant.
Forest Side
Baldry's Tearoom
Forest Side
Forest Side is an award-winning, fine-dining restaurant reflecting the beautiful countryside that surrounds it. They use fresh locally sourced seasonal produce, paired with an exclusive wine list. Booking in advance is strongly recommended.
The Yan
Tweedies Bar
Forest Side
This new restaurant on the outskirts of Grasmere has a delicious seasonal menu inspired by the farm's history. Including rustic Cumbrian classics, nostalgic British favourites and exciting modern dishes. Booking is recommended.
Tweedies Bar
Tweedies Bar
Tweedies Bar
Tweedies provides a selection of culinary delights such as sharing platters, afternoon teas and familiar home-cooked favourites. Oh....and an extensive selection of ale! This is the home of the famous Grasmere Guzzler Beer Festival every autumn.
Where to Eat in Hawkshead
The Queen's Head
The Queen's Head
The Queen's Head
The Queen's Head has a good menu to suit all tastes. Each dish is uses local produce and they always have some interesting specials. Whether its a light lunch or an evening meal Queens has three different seating areas to enjoy.
The Drunken Duck
The Queen's Head
The Queen's Head
Set in stunning scenery between Hawkshead and Ambleside, the Drunken Duck makes its own ale. Serving breakfast, lunches and dinner from an open kitchen, the menu is relaxed and eclectic. There are also snacks like scampi and hot platters for passing walkers as you enjoy a pint. Book for dinner.....or be disappointed!
The Red Lion
The Cuckoo Brow
The Cuckoo Brow
The Red Lion serves a tempting range of pub meals. It is a traditional coaching inn, in the heart of Hawkshead. The Landlady and her husband (the chef) have recently taken over and are certainly making an impact.
The Cuckoo Brow
The Cuckoo Brow
The Cuckoo Brow
Located in Far Sawrey, between Hawkshead and Lake Windermere, the Cuckoo Brow offers real ales, good food and log fires. Stop off on the way to the Windermere Ferry!
Where to Eat in the Langdale Valley
The Eltermere Inn
Chester's by the River
Chester's by the River
In the heart of the Langdale Valley the Eltermere Inn benefits from spectacular views. They serve lunch, dinner or afternoon tea using fresh, seasonal locally sourced ingredients. Fancy afternoon tea on the terrace or fine-dining in the restaurant? Always book to avoid disappointment.
Chester's by the River
Chester's by the River
Chester's by the River
Chester's by the River is a gorgeous vegetarian cafe and shop by the beautiful River Brathay. Its a bright modern cafe with home-made menu to sit-in or take away. It is a great place to stop for a treat whilst you walk through the Langdales.
Stove at Langdale
Chester's by the River
Stove at Langdale
The Stove at Langdale is a recently renovated restaurant serving excellent food from local suppliers. At its heart is a wood-burning pizza stove (hence the name). The decoration is modern and the atmosphere relaxed enough to suit any occasion.
Wainwrights' Inn
Wainwrights' Inn
Stove at Langdale
Also part of the Langdale Estate, this pub is located in the pretty village of Chapel Stile. It is a favourite for locals and walkers alike. There is an ever-changing selection of ales to compliment the traditional and hearty menu.
www.langdale.co.uk/wainwrights-inn/
Three Shires Inn
Wainwrights' Inn
Three Shires Inn
Surrounded by rolling countryside this Inn is a welcome break in Little Langdale. It has a pub-style restaurant serving Cumbrian ales and locally sourced produce.
Other Fine-Dining Restaurants (book in advance)
Holbeck Ghyll
Holbeck Ghyll
Holbeck Ghyll
Spectacular views, coupled with attention to detail makes this a special location. The award winning menu is beautifully presented to showcase the freshest produce and flavours from the area. This hotel is located between Windermere and Ambleside.
The Gilpin
Holbeck Ghyll
Holbeck Ghyll
The Gilpin is situated in Crook between Windermere and Kendal. It houses two very different restaurants. The Michelin-starred HRisHi delivers modern British cuisine with a modern twist in beautiful surroundings. The laid-back Gilpin Spice has an open kitchen serving tapas-style pan-Asian dishes.
L'Enclume
Holbeck Ghyll
Rothay Manor
L'Enclume in stunning Cartmel, holds two Michelin-Stars, five AA Rosettes and was named the number one restaurant in the UK by the Good Food Guide 2020!
Need we say more?
Book WELL in advance to secure your table! Also check out the Experimental Kitchen (limited seats).
Rothay Manor
Rothay Manor
Rothay Manor
Passionate about creating food and a memorable experience this will suit all occasions. The award-winning restaurant is located in Ambleside near Clappersgate.
The Samling
Rothay Manor
The Samling
Situated on the hills overlooking Lake Windermere, on the outskirts of Ambleside is the Samling. With a stunning views over Windermere Lake and the hills beyond the Head-Chef uses local seasonal ingredients to create his dishes.
Rogan & Co
Rothay Manor
The Samling
Simon Rogan's local neighbourhood restaurant, in Cartmel, offers a casual dining experience and home-grown ingredients that are harvested in their prime. This restaurant was awarded its first Michelin-Star in 2018.
Don't forget the pubs!
Hopefully we have given you an interesting insight into what's on offer in best villages of the Lake District. It is based on our own experience over the last eight years and is by no means exhaustive! We have left helpful information and maps in each home - so please enjoy, try as many as you can and let us know !