1863 Bar Bistro (Restaurant) in Eden

Pooley Bridge is a great location to stay and explore the Northern Lakes with several very welcoming inns with great beer gardens and decent food. The 1863 Restaurant & Rooms however is on a different level altogether. We stayed for two nights in the Luxury Suite (room 7) which, although smaller than we had anticipated, was extremely comfortable and well appointed. The real reason to stay here though is to enjoy the restaurant experience. On our first night we had the 3 course option which was imply superb. The presentation, quality of food and level of attention from the team were all exceptional. We indulged ourselves with the 7 course "Taster" menu on the 2nd night which actually turned out to be almost 10 courses with the little extras that arrived. We thought our first experience would be hard to improve on but night two and the 7 course option was simply sublime. Thank you to all of the team for making our stay so special.

Excellent meal. Halibut was the best I've ever had, really intense flavours in the sauce. Amuse bouches were imaginative too. Would recommend.

Perfect food and wine choices, food delicious, well presented and explained well by staff. Cosy restaurant setting, staff interaction spot on. Will definitely return.

Absolutely OUTSTANDING! My husband and I chose this restaurant for our final meal on our honeymoon and wow, they did not disappoint. Everything was exceptional and the wine pairing was perfect. What a way to end our honeymoon!! You HAVE to visit this restaurant.

When the service matches the ambience you know you are in for a treat. We were delighted from the moment we walked through the door. The food was a step up again. From the carefully crafted look to the sensational tastes through all the courses, we were constantly delighted. Knowledgable staff and carefully paired wines made the experience something to be done again, and again.

What a great restaurant, the food was cooked to perfection. This really is a restaurant I would highly recommend for the food. The accommodation was comfortable and the cumbrian breakfast was lovely. So in saying all of that I have no idea why 1863 would let themselves down by charging £41 for a bottle of white wine that retails at £11.50, and most other restaurants charge £22 to £24 for the same bottle. This isn't necessary it would put me off going back and recommending 1863 to any of my friends unless they are the tea total ones. Please Paul review your wine prices don't spoil what is an amazing restaurant by being greedy.

Excellent rooms that were well stocked with quality supplies. Comfortable. Food in restaurant was amazing. Small courses on a seasonal three course menu. Satisfied as a few extras fill the gaps between service. A great treat

Came here to celebrate our anniversary. We have really enjoyed ourselves and had a great time. We've ordered a 7 course tasting menu. Service was excellent, staff were very kind, explained all the dishes well. The whole experience took more than 3 hours and felt just right - not rushed and relaxed enough to have a chat between dishes. Food was very good and it's hard to fault it, but since this is a fine dining restaurant I'll try my best. My favorite was the nordic halibut - so delicate, juicy and the sparkles of acidity coming through felt like fireworks in my mouth. I also enjoyed the first snack which I believe was a celeriac mouse with egg yolk and truffle shavings on top - divine. Other dishes were beautifully presented and well balanced and you could find everything you're looking for - sweet, salty, sour, crunchy etc. My one criticism would be the pork which I think needs more work. The portion is quite large, the flavors very bold and strong, fat was still a tiny bit chewy and it was quite salty as well. You really need a good glass of wine to go with it. The goosberry fool was really lovely but if you didn't tell me it had goosberries I couldn't tell you either. The main desert was wonderful - really good balance of sweetness and soureness. Beautifully built, the merangue so light and the the sorbet packed with flavour. Overall a great evening to remember.

Simply fantastic. Everything made for a thoroughly enjoyable evening. The service was friendly and attentive but not overbearing. The 3 front of staff, Laura, Nino and Kerry were knowledgeable and helpful. The food was delicious, in particular the halibut with warm tartare sauce and jersey royals. All cooked beautifully and perfectly balanced, each course had its merits. We shared an additional cheese course and none of it was over-chilled, so a lovely end to the meal. The wine list is interesting and not over-priced. Overall the 3 course menu, with bread, amuse-bouche and petit fours and coffee, was worth every penny. Well done to the team at 1863, we’ll definitely be back.

Visited on 28/04/24 and had the set menu as a party of 4. The service was immaculate from start to finish from the staff who deal with us. The young lady who presented the cuisine was knowledgable and friendly and the gentleman who served the wine wonderfully articulated how each of the pairings would (and did) complement the meals we had selected. The evening was everything we could have wished for regarding the excellent food and wine and for myself personally, was made even better by the experience of having wines paired so beautifully with each individual dish. Please pass on my compliments to the staff tonight for their exceptional culinary knowledge that really elevated the evening for us. Will highly recommend!

Really beautiful food. Great service and lovely atmosphere

Second visit. Had the 3 course dinner this time it was nice they offered paired wines even with the 3 course menu. Really beautiful food. Beautifully presented with great service

We've eaten at quite a few restaurants with rooms in the lakes and can honestly say that this is up there if not ahead of the best. The rooms are fantastically clean and super cosy. We had the 3 course menu and opted for an additional cheese course. The food was super clean, very tasty and very well executed. Breakfast also brilliant. This place is a credit to the owners and everyone who works there.

Another fabulous dinner at this special restaurant that never fails to deliver superb food with great service. We believe it compares very favourably with fine dining establishments in major cities and is a little gem for Pooley Bridge in The Lake District. We visit around every 3 months and continue to be impressed with all the variations that chef Phil Corrie comes up with. We would also give our thanks to restaurant manager Nuno who always looks after us really well.

Outstanding food, excellent service, staff and surroundings. lovely relaxed atmosphere and we will definitely be returning ASAP.

Outstanding food we had the evening tasting menu , excellent service, knowledgeable friendly staff. lovely, relaxed atmosphere and we will definitely be returning ASAP

Lovely food, knowledgeable friendly staff. Will definitely go again. Portions small so enjoy the amuse bouche. Everything very tasty.

This was my 6th or 7th visit to 1863 over the years but the first for lunch. We had the lunchtime tasting menu with wine pairing which, at £115, was good value. All courses were excellent from the beetroot, to the turbot and venison. Wines were well paired and good quality. The staff very friendly which provided a lovely atmosphere. Next visit will not be far away.

It's very rare that we will make an effort to return to a restaurant as we're not really foodies. However, the quality of the food and service at 1863 ensured that this rule was broken, with my wife and I returning for a second visit after our first experience in the Summer of 2019. Nothing much has changed in the meantime. Friendly service in an informal, but inviting atmosphere, with a delicious fine dining experience. Dinner is expensive, even without any accompanying wine, but it still remains value for money. We look forward to coming back again next time we're back in the UK.

Our first visit here, we ate from the 3 course lunch menu. The food tasted amazing and service was excellent. Thank you we will return.

Superb food and a great ambience. Our first visit to 1863 restaurant after hearing so much about the food. We all had the lamb main course and were impressed. Our waiter was excellent .

5 starts from start to finish, wonderfully balanced menu and excellent wines to compliment. Staff were very knowledgable and knew the ingredients of each dish and the full wine list.

5 starts from start to finish, wonderfully balanced menu and excellent wines to compliment. Staff were very knowledgable and knew the ingredients of each dish and the full wine list.

We had a fabulous evening. Exceptional food, a relaxed atmosphere and friendly service. Couldn't have asked for more.

Sensational food and wine flight. Staff were friendly and knowledgable and the atmosphere was relaxed and completely unpretentious. We loved it and can’t wait to come back.

Excellent service and friendly informative helpful staff. Food was exceptional - had the 3 course sampling menu for an anniversary meal and were blown away with each course! Lovely ambience and relaxed feel in the restaurant. Would highly recommend and definitely plan a return trip.

A fantastic lunch celebrating my husband’s birthday. The meal was superb and the service was out of this world. We will definitely be back in the future.

We enjoyed such a lovely unhurried lunch today! Thank you so much to Mark’s team. Superb food, beautifully presented and charming smiley staff. I particularly loved the suggested Pinot gris pairing with my chicken main. See you again soon.

We had the 7 course tasting menu without the wine flight. Friendly and professional service. All 7 courses from the tasting menu were excellent. Would highly recommend!

Last minute overnight stay at one of our favourite locations in the lakes. We were made to feel welcome from the moment we walked through the door by friendly accommodating staff. The room was modern, spacious and clean with great views. Experienced 3 course dinner...

Came here with my family for mothers day, what a treat it was ,we had the Tasting menu 😋 it was amazing I enjoyed every course from start to finish! We also had a very nice bottle of English sparkling wine, The staff were so...

Me and my partner were celebrating 5 years together and wanted to treat ourselves so booked to have the 3 course dinner. It was the perfect meal and we were both overjoyed with the flavour and the top class service that came with it. We also loved the additional plates like the duck and the chocolate to finish. I would highly recommend visiting.

Absolutely brilliant. The whole experience was amazing, the lady who I booked the table with was so helpful and friendly, even when we were running late they were very helpful, the service was so friendly, efficient and not in your face, not to mention genuine...

Just returned after 2 nights at 1863. Very high quality place to stay. Rooms are immaculately furnished. Staff very helpful and friendly. Food excellent. Highly recommended.

Visited our all time favourite restaurant for our annual trip up to the Lakes. There aren’t enough positives to describe this place. Everything from service to food and wine is on point. It’s an absolute treat to come here and if you’re in the Lakes...

Wow, wow wow! From the moment we walked through the door, we were made to very special for my husband’s leap year birthday celebration. The food was absolutely beautifully presented, but was certainly not style over substance. Each course was absolutely divine, our favourites being the lamb tartare, lamb loin with sticky lamb breast and the rhubarb and egg custard dessert. The server was extremely knowledgeable about each course, explaining them in detail, emphasising the restaurant’s use of locally sourced produce. We opted for the three course dinner, but next time would have no hesitation opting for the seven course taster menu with matched wines. A most enjoyable and memorable evening. Huge thanks to the chefs team - Dan, Neil, Margot and Molly. Also to Kerry and Nino, the front of house team. We will most definitely return - thank you.

Wow, wow wow! From the moment we walked through the door, we were made to very special for my husband’s leap year birthday celebration. The food was absolutely beautifully presented, but was certainly not style over substance. Each course was absolutely divine, our favourites being...

Everything was excellent food and service we have eaten at many mi chelin restaurants and this was up there with the best thank you for a great experience

A really great meal. It has been a while since we ate such a well presented and cooked meal. This really was of the highest standard . A perfect lamb and a wonderful cod loin simply perfect. Thank you

I wanted to treat my wife to a special meal. We booked the tasting menu. The meal tur ed out to be the best I have experienced. The food was delicious, attractive in presentation, so well balanced. Everything seemed to flow so perfectly. Staff were...

Fantastic , amazing food amazing staff , family run place which is amazing can not recommend it more if you love fine dining Chef Phil is creative and menus change with the seasons thank you so much for so many wonderful meals we visit at...

Worthy of a Michelin star. The quality of ingredients taste and presentation are second to none. Simply delicious we cannot wait to return.

Excellent food excellent staff &service, fab accommodation I can highly recommend it and such lovely rooms , the whole experience was fantastic , looking forward to our next stay

What a Gem this place is. Some of the best food we’ve ever eaten. Every dish was delicious with an attention to detail that shows how passionate the team are about what they do. Warm welcoming environment, nicely kitted out. Well done 👍

This is a superb restaurant for an evening meal, the food is unique with its offering, and of a very high quality. The staff described the food and we very pleasant and helpful, good quality wines as well

Stayed for two nights, on the first night we had the seven course taster menu. The food tasted absolutely fabulous was beautifully presented and the staff's explanations and knowledge of the food was spot on. Restaurant area was stylish, comfortable and breakfast was a great...

Perfect cosy restaurant with relaxed atmosphere, very nicely decorated and the staff are knowledgeable and friendly. We had the 3 course meal but you do actually get breads appetisers and petit fours as part of it so plenty for us. Thanks to the staff it...

Wow! What an experience we had here. Starting with the lovely warm greeting when we arrived, on a very wet and stormy night. Coats were taken and we were shown to our table. The restaurant wasn't full, there were 5 other tables, but there was...

Another wonderful meal. Our scheduled trip to Edinburgh cancelled due to the weather. 1863 more than stepped up. Food is imaginative and beautifully presented. Staff friendly - special mention to Laura who is different class - always has been from our previous encounters at Morrells....

1st visit and it was amazing. The rooms were lovely. The meal was delicious from start to finish. The staff were helpful and friendly. Definitely recommend this restaurant and can’t wait to come back again soon .

We had the three course lunch and it was superb from start to finish. The staff are knowledgeable and friendly. All the food was explained and the passion of the staff shone through. The quality, taste and choice was perfect. I enjoyed every dish and...

We've visited 1863 on several occasions and it continues to be absolutely wonderful, small and perfectly formed. It's great to see the same knowledgeable cheery staff each time we visit, the service is spot on. They have an excellent non-alcoholic drink menu which is surprisingly...

Absolutely fantastic restaurant, food was outstanding & staff were brilliant. Had the 7 course tasting menu, which also included 3 additional courses. One of the best restaurants I’ve ever been to

If you want a great lunch of the highest quality at a great price, this is the place to go. It provides contemporary dining, in great surroundings. with excellent service. Also it is located in the picturesque Pooley Bridge at the northern tip of Ulswater....

Absolutely incredible in every way. Standard of food absolutely worthy of a Michelin star. Service exceptional and setting absolutely stunning in a beautiful old building full of features and ambience. We went for the taster menu with wine pairing. It would have been good to...

Renowned for its vertiginous landscape and breathtaking views the lake district has always been a firm favourite for the outdoor type. But in recent times Cumbria has quietly built a reputation as a first class foodie destination boasting the most Michelin star restaurants in a...

Celebrating our 40th wedding anniversary we wanted to do something special, and decided to try the tasting menu. One of us is vegetarian and most restaurants insist that if one diner has the veggie tasting menu then the rest of the table has to have...

We chose "1863" for the last night of our 4-day weekend doing the Mighty Hike. The dishes are photographically beautiful and exquisitely presented, but as well as the aesthetics they taste delicious. My only criticism is that the portion size of dishes in the 3-course...

We had a amazing dinner with wine pairing .Staff was helpful and friendly 🙂 😊 atmosphere also amazing 👏 Recommended!!!!

This was simply an amazing experience and was the best food we have ever had. We had the taster menu. The presentation was exceptional as were the staff. The taste of each course was just incredible. We sincerely hope we get to experience this wonderful...

The food is amazing, the setting great. What more could one ask for? I would say you'd like to leave without feeling hungry after 3 courses, and to expect great service. The problem with 1863 is that you get an unmistakable sense that people take...

We had a one night stay en route to Scotland, and this place is an absolute joyl Each and every member of staff is very professional and excellent at their job, the cleanliness of the room and restaurant is outstanding. The room is comfortable and...

Stayed over and had dinner bed and breakfast upgraded to the taster menu. Well worth it highly recommended would visit again

A brilliant taster menu in this hidden gem. The ambience was terrific and the gentleman who looked after us all evening was friendly helpful professional and made the evening really enjoyable. The food was superb and this restaurant is a real ‘find’. Would highly recommend...

We had been to 1863 and had a tasting menu previously which was absolutely lovely. On that note we booked a repeat visit for a 3 course lunch for a family occasion, of which I had raved about the food to family. To say I...

What more can I say this restaurant is just amazing on every level, the food is delicious, the wines compliment perfectly and the staff are an absolute delight.

The day brightened up as soon as we walked through door and were met with warm friendly welcome. Over 2 hours we felt loved by both the food and the staff. A truly excellent experience from start to finish. Well worth every penny.

Fabulous food - really creative and high end cooking. 3 course lunch with coffee and petit fours. So lucky that this restaurant is in our area. Service and attention to detail can't be faulted. Can't recommend highly enough.

First off, I fully appreciate this restaurant is popular, and deservedly so, we had a thoroughly wonderful evening, our table was perfect, the service excellent and the food quality right up there, but I have to say the portion sizes were a little ridiculous. I...

We really enjoyed our dinner at 1863. This is fine dining not often found outside our cities. 1863 offers beautifully presented, delicious food with attentive and friendly service. I loved the amuse bouche of melt-in-the-mouth lamb croquettes, intense umami of a clear mushroom broth, tender...

We thoroughly enjoyed our meals, including amuse - bouche of lamb which melted in the mouth. My husband’s venison was delicious and I loved my halibut with cauliflower. We particularly enjoyed the suggested choices of wine with each course. The waiter was very attentive and...

What an absolute treat. We had the tasting menu. Each course was exquisite. Every ingredient mentioned you could taste. The service was excellent. Not over powering or fussy, just discret and efficient, Would absolutely recommend 1863, and thought it was good value in comparison to...

Oh my god!! What a wonderful experience!! Me and my husband have been there on new year day...the location is one of the cutest, everyone was very friendly and the food was simply DELICIOUS!! I have mouth-watering just thinking about it! I cannot wait to...

A fantastic evening out. The food was well presented and every dish was delicious. I’d say the desserts were also spectacular with the chocolate valrhona a particular standout. Value wise this restaurant is amazing and I’m surprised it doesn’t yet have a Michelin star. The...

We visited 1865 to celebrate my husbands birthday with a tasting menu experience with accompanying wine selection. There really was nothing not to like. The beetroot course with the selected English sparkling wine was exceptional. Course after course perfectly served, presented and delicious with perfectly...

Give this team a Michelin star immediately. Everything was superb from start to finish. The food was incredible, both from a taste and an artistic perspective. Absolutely amazing

We dined at 1863, with friends, earlier in October. The service was immaculate, friendly and informative. The food was worthy of at least 2 Michelin stars. Every dish was a work of art, almost too beautiful to eat! The restaurant had a cosy atmosphere, which...

We booked in for the three course lunch and couldn’t have enjoyed it more. Excellent service and great food. We matched the courses with wine and it worked a treat. Thanks to all the staff and we will be back again.

Fabulous top end restaurant with superb menu and service - you will not be disappointed. You need to reserve well in advance for good reason, it will be a culinary delight and well worth the time and money.

Owning a lodge 2 miles away , we benefit from having 1863 on our doorstep and are repeat customers . Our wedding anniversary last night so we went for the 3 course dinner menu which is really 6 servings when you include the pre nibbles...

Had the 7-course tasting menu with the wine paring. Everything about the meal was so good that I can't believe it doesn't already have a Michelin star. The food was imaginative and delicious, well presented and so well complimented by the wines. The service was...

From the moment we walked in the door 1863 is certainly a very special place. The staff were lovely, very friendly and knowledgeable and made you feel so welcome. Great menu and each course was absolutely outstanding, wonderful fresh ingredients, each mouthful was delicious. Lovely...

The seven course tasting menu was all delicious, the wine pairing was excellent and all the staff were friendly and knowledgeable. For the quality and setting it’s really good value too. Would definitely recommend and would love to come back if in the area again

We chose the 3 course menu and the beef shin amuse bouche were packed full of flavour. The soda bread to follow was delicious and muffin like. The starters (roe deer tartare and stock carrot) were beautifully presented and packed full of flavour. The highlight...

My wife and I visited twice in July 2022. The restaurant is well laid out and comfortable to be in, the staff are friendly, enthusiastic and knowledgeable and the menu is simply brilliant. If you're a "pile it high" and "eat for 10 minutes before...

My daughter and I had an overnight stop here . Small boutique hotel in a busy little village . We had the set dinner menu. The food was near perfection. Outstanding was the halibut mains. Service was impeccable. A delightful experience.

I've already praised the food here highly in my review of the hotel part of the establishment. Here, I'll just say again that the food here is perfection.

This place is a hidden gem! I can't believe it hasn't got a michelin star because it so deserves it. I have eaten in plenty of London restaurants with stars and they don't come close to 1863. Really cross with ourselves for only booking the...

We had the 3 course menu with the lovely addition of cheese. Absolutely wonderful birthday treat. presented with a mini box of birthday chocolates, which is a very nice touch. Wine was very good, food delicious & staff very friendly. Will definitely return when next...

Firstly the staff are absolutely fantastic. We try to get away once a year to a "fancy" Michelin star place or similar just for a bit of indulgence but this place blows many of them out of the water. There's a relaxed atmosphere, no pretense,...

We have just returned from a two night break at the 1863 Restaurant with rooms. 3 courses on the first night followed by the 7 course tasting menu. On the second night. The food was exquisite and the service excellent. We will be back!

We had the 7 course tasting menu and all the food was excellent. This is our second visit here and we will be back as soon as we can! The staff and friendly and their service reflects that too. Hats off to the chef for...

My husband and I always go to for a fine dining experience wherever we travel, so we are speaking from experience here. Staying in Ullswater we found 1863 on Google and we had a wonderful time! A seven tasting course menu that I think is...

Fabulous service & really really good food. Amazing flavours & just the right amount with every tasty mouthful

Came here for my birthday and had the 7 course tasting menu. The food was divine and the service was excellent! I would highly recommend this place to anyone and they even gifted me a little present, which was a lovely touch.

We stayed here last night and it was one of the best dining experiences we've ever had. We normally try to get away a couple of times a year to visit Michelin Starred restaurants around the UK, however this time there wasn't availability for most...

The food and service were superb. Every dish was amazing and the staff were friendly and knowledgeable. The two things that let this place down is the music and decor, which were both very dated and definitely not in keeping with the modern cuisine being...

Booked in several weeks in advance and opted for 3 course dinner menu, all dishes well executed and very tasty, staff friendly, very busy place but service was always good, just such a shame the portion sizes are so small! Not sure we would return.

Had a last minute cancellation for this highly rated restaurant and so glad we went for the 7 course tasting menu. Every course was amazing and the wine pairing was spot on. Lovely food and friendly unpretentious service. Would love to return. Would nit be...

Absolutely brilliant restaurant for a birthday treat. We went for the tasting menu with wine pairing and it was very special. The dishes were so well paired and the flavours really unique! The only course that I think could’ve been better was the carrot course...