Cafe Ambio in South Lakeland

Always a great place to meet with family Staff efficient and friendly. Food and drinks of a good quality. A mix of table and chairs seating and a couple of areas with more comfortable seating.

A busy place in a fab setting, food ordered quickly and staff very friendly and helpful. Tables clean and cleared quickly. Food quality good, our burgers fab but the beef sandwich was pretty rubbish, very stringy and difficult to eat. Not usually like this.

We were looking forward to a lovely lunch as we remembered that we had enjoyed a meal here but it was a while ago. I looked at the menu beforehand and thought there wasn’t much choice but that the limited range would mean it would be extra good. Also thought that the ‘specials’ would give more choice and that there would be a choice of soups, always a good option. However, there was only one choice for soup and only one ‘special’ that was similar if not the same as one on the menu. We opted for a sandwich which was a dry seeded roll, the meats ham and beef were quite tough. The brioche Cumberland hot dog was unremarkable. We were not taken with dessert choices so didn’t bother. An altogether disappointing experience on a special day out with son and grandson. It wouldn’t take much to just have a bit more choice, even just some of the breakfast choices available for longer, Currently only until 11.30.

We are here after a visit around the museum . Sat outside overlooking the river . Served quickly and food was lovely . Lovely place to sit outside on a nice day .

We decided to visit the car museum, as the weather was not great. As we had not had lunch we decided to pop into the cafe. We have been before and it is always really busy. We opted for the curry option which was really tasty and very good quality. It did not take long for us to get our food, which set us up for the rest of the afternoon. A great day out, highly recommend!

We’d been to the museum before and remembered there was a cafe. We had a lovely lunch sat outside, and enjoyed it. Food was served quickly and it’s not cheap but then neither was the quality of the food so we’re happy to have tried it and will be back!

We were hoping the museum had a cafe as it was lunchtime when we arrived, but we didn't expect anything as good as this. It's quite large so we were able to find a table. Our order seemed to be a while arriving but was well worth it. Beautifully presented, totally delicious and worth the cost. I'd recommend the open Smoked Salmon sandwich.

Lovely cafe to meet up with friends or family. Good range of cakes and light lunch items if required. There is a comfy seating area as well as traditional tables and chairs. Seating outside overlooking the river on a warm dry day.

Just fancied a coffee, we had two lovely cups of coffee and a homemade scone which was delightful. Not expensive

We called in here one Sunday morning whilst visiting the motor museum. Dogs are allowed inside which is a bonus. The staff were welcoming and pleasant but the coffee was about average. On this occasion we did it partake of any food - but it...

I’m vegetarian & struggled to find anything I really fancied. It was a average meal, probably overpriced.

We stopped off for a quick bite on our way back from walking in the Lake District. Good sized scones and tasted fresh, but at £3.95 per fruit scone with just a couple of pats of butter and a tiny jar of manufactured jam, totally...

We were visiting the Escape Rooms nearby and went in for a coffee before, but also went back for lunch afterwards. The food was excellent, with good sized portions and reasnably priced. The staff were friendly and the service was quick

We came here for a lunch and also the escape the rain. The food was good, brought to your table so you don't have to wait around. The biggest shame is how much it costs to get two cakes and two drinks... just shy of...

I have never been disappointed with the menu and quality of the food but my wife was disappointed with their salad and told them so!

This place has a fantastic choice or food, cakes and drinks! My dad had what he said was the best sandwich he had had in a long time! Fresh and with plenty of filling and also the fantastic side salad! The hot chocolate was so...

We popped in here for drinks after a day of shopping. Very warm and welcoming. Drinks of a good quality at reasonable prices.

We visited here a few times and noticed a completely fresh array of enticing cakes each day. We sampled these more than once. On one occasion we had a proper lunch. Excellent! Beware, the portions are a bit on the large side.

Fine little cafe by a river and part of the motor museum complex . Some tasty food and excellent pastries. Somewhat overpriced though

Family of 5 including 1 child went on Sunday 22.9.2019 for breakfast. Which was lovely and served to us by very pleasant staff.

Dropped in for breakfast before we toured the museum, the food was delicious, and served by friendly staff. Think you may have to time it right as it gets very busy at lunchtime, we saw the queues as we left the museum, plenty of tables...

Lovely dog friendly cafe serving piping hot coffee. The coffee had a great flavour. The food looked amazing too. Good selection of drinks available and exceptionally clean toilets.

Called in here today for a quick lunch. Hubby had a steak burger and chips I had a scone with cream and jam. Plenty of tables and clean. Good choice on menu and resonably priced. Would definitely return.

Very pleasant cafe where doggies are more than welcome. Nice selection of cakes etc., and drinks. Not too expensive either.

Came here whilst visiting the Lakeland motor museum with my son.We ordered two cakes and two drinks which came to £12 the cakes where nice but I feel a little over priced the cafe is also dog friendly

Had a gorgeous cooked breakfast here last Sunday. The cafe was busy but we got a table and food arrived quickly. Highly recommend.

After a visit to the neighboring escape room, we enjoyed a gluten free sandwich, fries and salad. I had a lovely latte with oat milk.

great food only drawback is if busy it takes a while to order at the counter, after ordering you can take your seat and await the mouth watering food

Best scones ever and we’ve eaten many a scone / cream tea in Cornwall but this surpassed them all. Would highly recommend

We took 30 wet motorcyclists into the Cafe Ambio for a pre-planned lunch stop. Sue and the team organised a reserved area for us and provided top quality soup, sandwiches and cakes on time and at a great value price. Recommended!

My family and I went here whilst visiting the Lakeland Motor Museum (a very charming, likeable and informative attraction - but that's another story!) and though the food was nice (not exceptional by any means) we couldn't believe the prices. To give you an indication of the charges I had an all-day breakfast which cost £9.95! It was nice but nothing particularly special and the portions were not generous (there was not much of each element). It's like you basically have no choice because once you're there at the museum there is no where else to eat so it's a recipe for being fleeced. Sorry, but this is a cafe - not a (London/A la carte) restaurant - shouldn't you be charging lower prices?!! I would say to anyone visiting the museum to stay clear and bring a packed lunch instead.

We're local so come a few times a week, usually for coffee and scones after a walk with the dogs. The scones are gorgeous, and big, hence a good walk to justify the calories! The other food on the menu is really good too, and though not cheap the quality is worth the bit extra. Can't forget either, the lovely friendly staff, always very welcoming and attentive; our 2 chocolate labs love coming to see them!

Cafe Ambio has grown from strength to strength over the years since it opened behind the Lakeland Motor Museum. I have never had a bad meal there and their roasts, cakes and scones are the best! As a local I may be biased but I can't find anywhere better, even at the local 5* hotels!*** HIGHLY RECOMMENDED ***

Excellent service in lovely surroundings. Only had a coffee and toast but it didn't disappoint. Nice choice of cakes that I had to steer clear of too.

Very helpful staff and excellent food in pleasant surroundings. Not cheap but good size portions and quality food. Definitely worth a visit.

The food and the view from any seating area (inside or out) were wonderful. Tantalizing desserts greeted you as soon as you reached the counter and were even more delicious than they looked! The main food items were equally tasty and the portion sizes were surprisingly plentiful for the prices. The facilities were well-maintained. Our only regret is that they closed so early in the evening.

Went here after a visit to the Motor museum next door. It has seats outside next to the river which is beautiful. We just wanted a drink and a cake but there was a lovey range to choose from and my mum needs gluton free food and they had a chocolate cake for her which she had and said was delicious. They were good size portions too-the scone I had was massive but very tasty.

Excellent food and service. Great views of the waters. Very friendly staff. The ginger cake is the best I have ever had.

We ate here recently and I was pleased by the choice of gluten-free food - main course and dessert - which I could eat. What I ate was great.

Nice atmosphere - love the decor. This is a very warm and welcoming place to stop for mid morning coffee or light lunch. Would highly recommend.

The cakes were amazing. God, those scones! Service was impeccable, location is great. Really pleased with our experience there.

Whilst this scones here are absolutely delicious they are extremely overpriced! I decided to have afternoon cream tea here which consisted of a scone, small pot of jam and small pot of clotted cream for £3.50 plus a pot of tea for £2.10 ok that's not too bad , however I asked for a takeaway scone on its own which the young lady said would be £3.50 I questioned her to make sure she had it right but she was adamant she had so I gracefully declined the takeaway and just ate half the scone and took the other half home so as not to disappoint my daughter.A baker myself I am more than aware as to the cost of ingredients, cooking facilities etc but this was beyond reason. I don't mind paying for something I know will be good however I don't appreciate being ripped off!

This cafe has been open a few years now and as very frequent visitors to the area it was put on our list. However, if I'm honest it is a bit lacking. It is a super location, great big free car park and looking over the water on a nice day is heaven.The menu has become less vegetarian friendly over the years with a meagre cheese and pickle sandwich being the only offering. No vegan which is why our Sunday meal consisted of two small metal buckets of chips!Alas also - the coffee. £3.50 for a cup of coffee from a dolls tea set doesn't represent value for money so we opted for a can of pop.How much better this could be with a few minor changes

Called in for an early lunch before visiting museum.Good food and generous portions.Proper chips !!!!Food served hot.Toilets clean.

We called in here for lunch before looking around the car museum. Very good service and the food was excellent. I had a griddled chicken burger and it came with real chips (whey hey) and all really nicely done. very tasty and good quality. Thank you Café Ambio.

As it took 90 mins to get here, first stop was the cafe for a bite to eat and coffee.. I had the bacon and egg bap, in a brioche bun, and large coffee. Excellent.. Not bad value, for location. Do a good range of foods, from cakes and snacks to full meals. Pleasant and friendly staff on duty, nice large airy cafe, and if weather permits, sit outside with great view over the river

Dropped in for Coffee and cakes (which were delicous) a couple of tmes whilst staying at the Nearby Newby Bridge Hotel. Lovely Staff very friendly and helpful xxx

The Motor museum is worth a visit and the cafe is in a pleasant area overlooking the river. I found the food expensive and unfortunately there was not a great variety., I know everyone will say its the 'Lakes' and you pay for the privilege but why must a piece of cake or a desert cost nearly a fiver !! By the time you have had a coffee added to this and a tip you have spent the best part of twenty quid for two peoples coffee break.

As above! Worth going to in its own right, but very handy while on a trip to the motor museum......well done

Lovely day so sat outside and watched the river rushing by while enjoying a coffee and excellent scone with clotted cream and jam - highly recommended

Often call in for snacks main meals Sunday lunch breakfast the morning we leave - all superbly cooked and friendly staff looking after us. Well worth a visit n

We met for coffee before going to Cliffhanger Rooms along the road. Large cafe though I thought it was quite cold on the day we went. There was some lovely cafes and tray bakes to tempt us and having looked at the menu the lunches looked lovely. We shall certainly call again when down in this area.

Took time out from visiting the Lakeland Motor Museum to have lunch at the onsite Cafe Ambio. What a fantastic cafe - an airy, clean and welcoming venue with - when the weather permits! - a lovely outdoor terrace overlooking the river.Polite and welcoming staff providing a very tasty, well prepared and presented lunch.What really impressed was the fact that this was no pre-packed, pre-prepared fare, it was all freshly made and a substantial sandwich with a crisp, fresh salad. Excellent tea and coffee and all excellent value for money. It would definitely be somewhere to revisit for a tasty lunch or something more.Keep up the good work, you could certainly give some other establishments a lesson in food preparation and service. Thank you!

Stopped off at this cafe while we were visiting the Lakeland Motor Museum and was pleasantly surprised. Some of our party ordered the soup and sandwich special which was well worth the price. Soup was delicious and sandwiches were thick with tons of fillings. Other party members ordered the Ploughman's Platter which they said was lovely. Cafe was clean and staff were pleasant.

Broke tour of the motor museum for a spot of morning coffee.Coffee was excellent as was the snack.Smiling staff. Other patrons appeared happy and enjoying meals.Did not think cost was excessive.Then back to the museum fuelled up.

Before taking my son to the Lakeland Motor Museum, we thought we would have a bit to eat at the Café Ambio. BIG MISTAKE!!! The staff were friendly enough, however beware of the small print on the menu. My wife and I ordered the afternoon tea for two priced at £16.95. the young assistant said " Do you want your tea now" My first warning I ignored. we sat down with our tea, 30 mins later and I'm still sat with just my cup of tea. When our food arrived (on a converted bedroom draw) there was one scone, the sandwiches were door slabs. Give this one a miss.

My fell and i visited after going to the museum next door and it was great!My partner had the salmon sandwich and said it was the best he's ever had to be honest the fush looked perfect!The bread is thick cut and they dont skimp on the fillings! Lovely seating outside has amazing views!The toilet areas are well maintained and very clean.All staff are polite and happy to help.Would recommend this place to anyone!

This was a real find. We weren't sure from the outside that we were going to be offered much more than an uninspiring range of toasties and a packet soup. How wrong we were. This place clearly prides itself on producing high quality food. The soup - creamed white onion, sage and apple was delicious. The sandwiches are rammed with filling and the bread was fresh and delicious. The young staff are delightful. It was hectic when we wandered over from the Motor Museum, however they were friendly and attentive. If you have a scone you will not need any dinner. Or possibly breakfast the following day. Great cafe, working hard.

Popped in by chance on our way to a hotel and fancied a drink and a rest from travelling. We sat by the river which was beautiful and relaxing. We ordered a drink and piece of cake each (which was absolutely delicious!) and was less than £10.We were also able to sit outside with our dog, and there was a bowl of water available for him too.

visited for lunch. the food was excellent but the service was slow as we got behind a coach party visiting the motor museum

Good food and service at this cafe attached tonthecLakeland Motor Museum.If the weather allows its great to sit at the tables outside which overlook the river.Sometimes the food disappoints a tad but overall it's OK which is why we keep returning.

This is a lovely cafe serving delicious home made cakes (the Bakewell Tart is definitely worth a try!) and is very airy with both comfy sofas to sink too and table and chairs if you're wanting to sit and eat a meal. Really good value for money.

Café Ambio has gone from strength to strength as its reputation for lovely meals at reasonable prices has spread throughout Cumbria and with the visiting tourists.This Easter holidays and half-term week, customers have been queuing out of the front door waiting to get a table.They cater for all ages, my granddaughters loved the pasta dishes, my daughter the chilli and I the burgers, all served with fresh salads or crispy chips.*** HIGHLY RECOMMENDED - BUT BOOK AHEAD***

First visit but came away very impressed. Our group was diverse from 11 to 84 but the menu suited everyone. The food was served promptly and looked and tasted beautiful. The staff were friendly and helpful and even gave us information where we could buy one of the relishes served with one of the dishes. Will definitely return again.

Always worth a trip to Cafe Ambio. Thought I'd better write this review soon, have visited many times ,and they are days away from opening a new Cafe Ambio nearer to where I live. Hurray! It's at Ings and by the looks of things today will be open for Easter.This Cafe Ambio is in a lovely riverside setting beside a motor museum. Plenty of space inside, varied menu. Service is prompt and the chips get me every time. The diet goes out of the window as they are the nicest chips for miles around. Nice selection of cakes too. Toilets clean. Friendly staff.

Can recommend the freshly baked scones, loads of other food available. Next to the Motor Museum. Can sit out on balcony next to river when the sun is out.

Read the reviews so had to try the chips. We just had a snack of chips and coffee & hot chololates. Everything was delicious, hot and fresh and service brilliant. Lovely location right by the water.

Situated next to the motor museum it is ideal when you have spent some time looking around there. Good food the freshly baked scones with jam and cream were excellent.

Little gem of a cafe, nice treat after the motor musuem. Excellent cappucino and carrot cake and nice views of the river leven

The cafe is just by the motor museum and is a good place to stop for a coffee and cake. Nice views over the River Leven roaring out from Windermere to wards Ulverstone. Easy parking. Free WiFi.

The cafe is always busy and is just perfect to sit outside when it is sunny! The food is lovely and very reasonable. Worth a visit if you are in the lakes area.

Absolutely loved this cafe. The staff were brilliant when we asked for bacon rolls. We were one and a half hours past the finishing time for this...'not a problem, sir. I will organise that for you right now'. What more could I ask!Well done.

We visit Cafe Ambio regularly whenever we visit the Lake District. Good choice of food, well presented and staff are very friendly. Tables kept clean and tidy and children made to feel welcome. Great Sunday lunches and the cakes and scones are to die for! Now serve ice creams too, so do not have to think what to chose for pud! \look forward to visiting again in October.

Great venue to fill up on a hearty breakfast to start the day. Good menu, good quality, locally sourced foods. A must try

Cafe Ambio is close to where we stay in the Lakes, and the quickest and easiest place for us to get a fry up, however locality isn't the only reason we choose Cafe Ambio.The freshly cooked food is locally sourced and tastes fabulous, with the doorstep slices of toast especially welcome. The surroundings are very nice and clean with views out onto the river. Will certainly be visiting again.

£3.99 for a kids meal. Bargain! And home cooked fresh and yummy. Lovely seating areas. We went two days on the trot, the second day at the request of our son who thoroughly enjoyed the meal the day before. First day was busy and still we were served quickly with happy faces. Second day was lovely and quiet because we turned up at 4pm. Again service was friendly and seating was clean and presentable! Only real downside was the toilets which were small and cramped!

The food was very substantial and presented tastefully. The sandwich I had was well filled. My husbands lunch was good with a good supply of chips. Everything was very fresh. The staff were helpful and the atmosphere was lovely.

3 of us had lunch in this establishment and it was a truly delightful experience. There is a good variety available including hot and cold sandwiches and light meals most of which are accompanied by a very tasty side salad and all at very reasonable prices. If the weather permits you can sit outside with a nice view of the river. This cafe is very affordable for anyone with a young family.

Not cheap & I hate having to retrieve my own cutlery(even teaspoons for the drinks) The loos need checking on more regularly to stay nice & tidy too but the seating is clean & comfy & the views from the balcony are absolutely lovely. The food is smashing, very tasty & well presented. The staff were polite & enthusiastic local youngsters.

This is the cafe on the site of the motor museum. It is modern, clean, light and airy with plenty of outside seating overlooking the river. It is much larger than you might expect for an attached cafe and , I suspect , a lot of visitors head for the cafe only. The cafe is outside the museum so entrance tickets are not required. Staff very friendly and helpful and a good range of freshly prepared food. Will definitely come here again, just for the cafe.

Have the scone with jam and cream, very tasty and a large portion! Coffee a bit strong for me but ok

Fast & efficient, lovely staff, lovely food & if it's warm you can sit at a table on the decking looking over the river

We always pay a trip here for breakfast when were in the lakes and it sets us up for the day.Quality local produce cooked to perfection.A must try for any traveller

This is situated near to the motor museum, there is both indoor and outdoor seating and all is wheelchair friendly, the food was really fresh, well presented, the cafe is very spacious and there are plenty of seats outdoors, we had dogs so we sat outside and there were water bowls for the dogs, plenty of parking and on a sunny day the view across the river was great. well worth a visit

This cafe nicely rounds off your visit to the motor museum. It's light and airy, plenty of seating and good service.

Clean , modern and friendly staff. We didnt eat even though the burger looks delicious. We just had a much deserved Coffee at the end of a great Museum visit.

Очень милое небольшое кафе при Motor museum. Мы решили немного перекусить, заказав легкие закуски и выпить чаю. Столик выбрали на улице, с видом на реку...Погода была отличная и мы наслаждались нашим ланчем...Очень вкусная закуска - из лосося, советую попробовать...На десерт - большой выбор свежих английских тортов, пирожных и даже домашнего мороженого.

Great food at good prices.Nice surroundings and pleasant staff.We have visited several times on our way deeper into The Western Lakeland and have always had good service.

После посещения музея заглянули сюда перекусить. Выбрали бургер и не ошиблись - очень свежий и сочный оказался, с хрустящим картофелем. а на десерт стоит попробовать мороженое местного производства - особенно нам всем понравилось ягодное!

Пока мужчины гуляли по музею, мы наслаждались прекрасным видом на реку и вкуснейшими закусками...Рекомендую всем, кто любит мороженое - попробовать местное домашнее мороженое из черной смородины!

We had the fruit scones, they are huge and come with butter, jam and clotted cream.....with a pot of tea for me and coffee for hubby, sitting out in the sunshine....fabulous....and we got change off a tenner! If you visit the motor museum or are simply out for the day, have a pit stop , it's a beautifully clean place!

We were there on a very busy Sunday so there were long queues to get served but once hot food was ordered it arrived quickly at tables. We only had coffee and cake but friends had the Sunday Lunch which looked really good value at £8.50 a head and every plate was cleared by those eating it!

We stopped off here after a drive around Lake Windermere. The cafe is situated next to the River Leven and the Lakeland Motor Museum - there is ample free parking on site. We didn't have any cooked food - just had coffees and scones with clotted cream. The scones were massive, and delicious. The bakewell tart looked very tempting too, but I was stuffed after the scone :-( maybe next time.

We ordered 3 of their speciality burgers and a children's griddled chicken. We also bought cakes and took them to our table. The food took 48 minutes to arrive. The 'special' burgers were foul. They were rubbery and greasy and the brioche rolls were burned and disintegrated on touch. The children's chicken was paper thin and yet was pink inside. The pre salted chips were a nasty surprise as the copious amounts of salt rendered them inedible. I paid £48 for a meal that we left due to it being inedible. This is polite considering my disgust.

Fast food menu served very slowly soup and a sandwich took half an hour to arrive and the place was almost empty the only good thing was the free car park

Service friendly and order taken quickly but took far too long to be served what was soup and sandwiches. Both were tasty but spoilt by wait. However this cafe did provide the first free parking we came across in the area. Make sure you have lots of pound coins if visiting the lakes.

Went here as it adjoined the Lakeland motor museum and we needed to eat. Food was good but a little pricey. This does seem to be the case in the Lake District. Ambience good and the staff were pleasant. Outside area is pretty overlooking the river.

Very clean and warm place great cup of tea staff very pleasant but what we thought was scone and cream was rock cake jam and cream a bit disappointing.

Clean, fresh and tasty. Victoria sponge with real cream. Huge scone very fresh spoilt a bit by glacier cherries I prefer plain. Savoury food looked good too.

Lovely ambiance great setting and nice staff.Both chose the burger it was in a nice bun with great chips and decent coleslaw £7.95.Basically what was probably a great burger out of the fridge raw had been rubberised by whatever cooking method they employed.Eatable yes, Tasty yes,only if you have your own teeth.