Reviews in Cumbria and Lake District

After a super night out on the town, we ended up wanting what most people do at that time of night, eat a curry, and that we did, and what a beautiful curry it was, thanks emperor, you are the best.

Great Family Pub in the heart of Bowness

Welcomed with smiling faces into beautifully painted restaurant. The food was exquisite and perfectly cooked, accompanied with homemade bread only a true Italian can cook. By far the best value for money Italian restaurant in the North. Well done everybody. Dax.

Lovely home-cooked food. The menu has traditional meals as well as more interesting options such as ostrich!

I always have a hell of a job finding this place but I must be in the minority as it is always busy whenever I visit. It's not hard to see why it's so popular -- spectacular views, plenty of outside seating, a good wine list, cask ales, efficient staff, and an extensive and varied menu ranging from upmarket sandwiches to elaborate mains. Getting here is half the fun, I suppose, and when we went on Saturday we were serended by a troupe of morris dancers.

We went for a Saturday evening, and had ordered Lobster Thermadore in advance (24 hours notice needed for Lobster). The ambience was lovely (we'd previously been for a lunch which was wonderful, and it was great to see how the place had been dressed for the evening - completely transformed). The menu had a fabulous selection of tempting dishes for all three courses, and an amuse bouche was also served - lovely surprise. We couldn't fault anything, from outstanding food to spot-on service. We chose crab risotto, followed by the lobster followed by the best creme brulee in the world, and I should know, I've had a few! Francine is in complete control at front of house, and husband Graeme is the very talented chef. This restaurant is an absolute jewel. Hope it continues to prosper. Although I've marked our bill cost as average, we actually expected to pay more, as the standard here is very high. Graeme adds lots of little extras to his dishes and presents them in a very unpretentious way, which really make a difference. We'll definitely be returning.

What a fantastic idea for a restaurant-a railway carriage and a very plush one at that. food was excellent ambience superb and very friendly and efficient staff. the prices also very reasonable. Highly recommended

We ate here New Year 2006, delightful, cosy feel. Had pre-drinks downstairs next to a roaring fire, then went upstairs to eat. Excellent service and delicious food (lots of choice). Thought it would be pricier than it was. Highly recommend a visit.

I visited this restaurant with my wife and would recommend to anyone. The service was first class and very friendly. The food was wonderful and would definitely eat there again

Good Food, fast service and wonderful home-made cakes - a must if you are visiting Penrith

We were recommended this restaurant and it proved well worth a visit or four! The staff were very professional but at the same time relaxed and friendly, the food was outstanding, especially the value of the kids (I had kids meals with my children for three of the nights!) highly recommend, even Molton Brown to use in toilets and buy!

Good lunches and excellent home baked cakes, just the thing after a day on the Pennines

Came across by accident by will go back every time in Bowness. Lovely views from outside and nicely furnished inside. Great menu all freshly made. The pasta was excellent very well worth a visit Will stay overnight next time to enjoy

i recommend the land lords line caught Witby cod in beer batter, the best i have ever tasted and good value for money. it was actually caught by the pubs own land lord Mr Paul Ainsworth

great meals and very good bar staff made to feel very welcome great roaring log fire during the cold spell which just heats you up as you enter the food menu is quite varied my favourite was the specials board

the lamb henry was very tasty the curry was good as well

Wanted to go there for some time and never managed to get around to it - well worth the wait, can't wait to go again!

What a find. This is absolute class. Lived in area for years did nt even know it was there. Went on a recommendation from a month or 2 ago . Will definitely be going back. Food fantastic incredible wine list and I have to mention the cheese board never seen anything like it and nearly all English