Copper Pot Cafe in South Lakeland

Busy cafe with lovely cosy atmosphere. Managed to get a seat inside within 5 minutes. Aiden was very welcoming and efficient. Food was lovely and good quality. Cakes looked delicious but didn't try. Coffee is amazing if that's all you need. Enjoy

Staying opposite the copper pot and after watching a constant queue of people outside we had to try it. First a takeaway coffee which we took back to the house and then to sit in. I’m super fussy with coffee and it didn’t disappoint. Staff friendly and welcoming. Lovely vibe.

We had high expectations from reading the reviews. They have all the ingredients but unfortunately they will not bend from what their computer says....& It says no. I asked if they could please exchange the black pudding for an egg? Initially "no" was the reply, but then the waiter said that the chef would remove the black pudding and bulk up my breakfast. Unfortunately my 'Lakeland Large Un' (that wasn't) was not bulked up. What turned out to be a basic sausage and egg sandwich was underwhelming. The cappuccino was average. Average quality ingredients at best. At no point whatsoever were we asked how our food was. The bathroom facilities are inadequate.

Inflexible unaccommodating experience. No check back whatsoever. We expected much better quality and quantity given the price. Toilet facilities were poor.

We have been to the copper pot on a few occasions and really enjoyed it. However this time was disappointing. We arrived before 12 and had to wait quite a while before someone came to greet us as you can’t just walk in. We then were told we couldn’t order from the breakfast menu as it was 12.04. Despite arriving before 12pm. Breakfasts were still coming out to other tables. I asked to change my order a few minutes after I ordered and was told a bit abruptly that I couldn’t as it was already cooking. That’s fair enough but it could have been handled better. I ordered a BLTA. No where on the menu did it say the bacon was streaky. If I had known I wouldn’t have ordered it. We had no check back to see if our food was okay. By that point we were just a bit disappointed

Whilst ambling around Ambleside we couldn't decide on where to eat and by chance found The Copper Pot. It was full and so we decided to wait the 10 minutes we were advised it would be, before a table would be available and we were very glad we did. We were shown to our table in a cosy side room with a fire which kept us nice and warm. We were served quickly and politely and I ordered the Wild Boar burger with fries and my wife ordered the Caprese Hot ciabatta with fries. We enjoyed the ambience and the music and relaxed with our drinks while we waited for our food which didn't take long to be served. The food was delicious - a taste sensation, My burger was perfectly seasoned, the coleslaw was delicately balanced with beautiful flavours and the chips were salted to perfection. By wife's meal was just as good and so we decided to order desert. I had the deep filled apple pie which was warmed and served with vanilla ice cream. My wife had Banana, baileys and chocolate cake - again both were superb and we left The Copper Pot very full and very happy with our choice of eating establishment. Well done to everyone in The Copper Pot today, I can't recommend this place highly enough. Bravo!!!!!!!!

Family run, great service, quirky.

Great wee café, fantastic food and service. Very small though, so if you don't mind an intimate dining experience this is the place for you. Expect to wait during busy times. Also, a very bijou toilet...

Excellent service and food was good. The hot chocolate is a definitely recommended!

After viewing trip advisor for a DOG FRIENDLY cafe in Ambleside, The copper pot was our choice after viewing lovely pictures. A slight wait outside (busy) always a good sign, We were seated after a 15 min wait by a lovely gentleman. Ordered drinks and food, which arrived quickly, Waffles and a full breakfast, Both fantastic and reasonably priced. Will definitely return

Very nice food and great service by the stuff

Absolutely lovely place to hang out after a long hike in the Lake District. I had the bacon ciabatta and added hash browns to the meal. It was exceptional, and the hash browns are really to die for! I also had a latte, which was really nice and hot after being in the rain for over 3 hours. The staff were really friendly and fit us in as soon as they could as the cafe was full when we arrived.

Really lovely breakfast, lovely staff. Wouldn’t go anywhere else. Dogs welcome.

Fantastic food and wonderful service. Has a nice courtyard and dog friendly inside too! Highly recommend

I love this place! I moved to ambleside two months ago and this is hands down some of the nicest food I have had. The staff were so friendly and the place is very laid back. The menu is different to most places around here. More than just the usual pub grub or try hard bistro. I can't wait to go back!

Terrific tomato soup with tortilla chips and sourdough. Delicious beet and goat cheese salad. Rhubarb and custard dessert was a winner too. Dog friendly and lovely servers

Delicious breakfast and excellent coffee! Stopping through Ambleside on our way to Penrith after some hiking and couldn't recommend Copper Pot enough! Suitable for the coffee snobs, a range of vegetarian, dairy free and gluten free options with plenty of delicious cakes. Reasonably priced. Very friendly and helpful staff, we were made to feel very welcome immediately. Even though the menu states "We don't have a build your own menu option" staff were very happy to swap bread around, remove items, offer additional sauces etc. Plenty of dogs inside and out, we would definitely recommend (especially for anyone missing their dose of a Melbourne-like cafe) ! *One thing I would advise is arriving early on the weekend if you don't have a booking. We walked in as a group of two and were seated straight away but literally the last table free, 5 minutes after opening. Food service was quick though so people after us weren't waiting too long for a table.

Brilliant brunch. I had the full breakfast and my partner had the waffles, both great. Excellent coffee, good service and nice atmosphere.

this is a hidden gem and one I always come back to! lovely atmosphere and the food is amazing, all the staff were very friendly and quick service :)

A lovely find! The food was excellent and the service was very friendly and efficient. Worth a visit

A restaurant not to be missed. The food is of high quality, the products are sincere, the prices are reasonable, and the service is friendly. It is highly recommended to friends and family👍

Great place for a spot of lunch. The mushrooms on toast and frittata were sensational. The food on the couple’s table next to us looked amazing as well - some kind of ciabatta sandwiches. Lovely chai latte to boot. Highly recommended! Dig in!

We had a fantastic lunch at the Copper Pot. We had our toddler and two dogs with us, and they had plenty of space, plus a high chair. The staff were lovely and attentive, and the food was really tasty. I'd definitely recommend! We'll be visiting again next time we're in Ambleside!

We were looking for a nice breakfast place and Google definitely showed me the right one. Our dishes were beautifully presented and the food was absolutely delicious. The best thing was the iced coffee. OMG THE BEST ICED COFFEE I'VE EVER HAD! Plus my cappuccino was on point too! I love the design of the restaurant, it was so cute and I was really distracted by watching Popeyes on the screen projector, that was great! 😎

Coffee, absolutely spot on. Waffles perfect, with crispy streaky bacon of a very good quality. Front of house service professional and consistently high standard. We will always return

The Coffee Pot is a superb spot—and not just for coffee (this said, I had an amazing turmeric latte decaf). We just discovered it today, for a late lunch. We had a fresh-tasting-like-summer tomato soup; mushrooms on toast smothered with a creamy elixir topped with sprouts; and a beet, goat-cheese, hazelnut salad. Perfect. See you, tomorrow, for breakfast! ,

What a gem!!!! We stumbled onto this place and we'll definitely be back again. The staff were so friendly and attentive. I can be a bit indecisive when choosing from menus but they were so patient and kind. The food was amazing and we loved just relaxing in the outdoors, seating area. Can't wait to return. My husband is already planning our next trip.

The food was amazing there was plenty of gluten free options. The staff were friendly and I didn't need to sell amy body parts to afford the meals. We had the Naighty fries and The Cumbria rueben both were fabulous. Really reasonably priced would definitely recommend Copper pot to anyone passing by.

Atmosphere is lovely, nice waitresses but food very average. I ordered the sweet waffles with bacon and maple syrup, they were not freshly made, just heated up shop bought waffles, and instead of real maple syrup I got something else, I don’t even know what that was, not even golden syrup as it has loose jelly consistency. My husband had full English and most of it was prepared earlier then heated up. Everything was nicely presented on the plate but the taste left a lot to wish for. Shame really as judging by the queue outside, as well as reviews we expected much better quality of food.

What a great place. Service was great really nice staff who were relaxed and pleased to see you. Food great and prices were really reasonable. Lovely spot with nice tableware… Well done !

We both fancied an afternoon snack and thought that we would check out this café/eatery that we noticed whilst venturing down the street and we were so glad we did. We came across the Copper Pot, a very cool looking place that appeared to meet my taste for décor from the outside and once inside it most certainly didn't disappoint, very cool indeed with a fantastic selection of food and drinks on offer, tea coffee and amazing hot chocolate cakes etc etc. We sat outside at the back, as it was a great day weather wise which was really nice. Really good vibe, great helpful staff, very polite and helpful. The food we ordered certainly didn't disappoint all incredibly tasty and well presented. We would pop back on our next visit to Ambleside, top marks, thank you..

Really nice place to eat, would recommend coming here if you’re in the area

A little gem, tasty food, fab cakes and super-friendly service. Worth a pit stop

Nicely cooked food. Served hot. Pleasant staff. Good value. Tea coffee etc as well as small menu. Ideal lunchtime retreat. Had old cartoons (Buggs Bunny, Popeye etc) playing on wall (silent mode). Quirky. Would go again.

Delicious food and a chilled out vibe for a very reasonable price. Hash browns might have been the best ones my partner and I have ever had. The staff are lovely too, will definitely be back.

Cosy little cafe just nicely away from the hustle and bustle of Ambleside. Food was lovely and friendly servers, although took our coffees until we were halfway through our food to arrive with just one barista. Chilled out, friendly vibes with some VERY tasty coffee! Frittata special was exceptional.

Coffee was incredible and strong. We had the big brekky and it was well portioned, and tasty. Other tables brekky looked delicious too. Nice selection of cakes at the counter.

I had the day to myself to wander around Ambleside and decided to pop in at the Copper Pot for a coffee and a slice of cake (hubby and I are cake experts, we try everywhere). Gorgeous decor, i.e. it doesn't feel like just a painted room - it's got atmosphere. Friendly and attentive staff. And the cake, Baileys and banana cake, WOW! The customers around me were commenting on how nice their food was (yes, when you're solo, you can hear all these private conversations 😁). Try it if you're in the area. There are other popular places in Ambleside, but a lot of them lack atmosphere and charge you the earth for standard food, not the Copper Pot😉.

Woweee! Had a delicious breakfast here on a rainy Monday morning. Short queue around 10.30am but was absolutely worth it. Staff seemed genuinely lovely and caring . Decor and atmosphere spot on and I loved that it was dog friendly. Took home a bit of stout cake which was also delicious. Would definitely return to sit in the lovely looking terrace. ☀️

We stopped off here mid way through a round trip walk from Grasmere to Ambleside. This is a perfect little cafe, a lovely courtyard outside. I had the rhubarb sponge which was absolutely delicious. Very good coffee too. Added bonus of a little spoon in the shape of a spade ! 🙂 only downside is there is only one loo, so sometimes have to queue for a few minutes. But well worth a visit to check out the cakes, great selection.

Great friendly cafe with gorgeous sunny garden. Lots of gluten free options and looked like good vegan options too. Cakes and apple pies looked delicious but we were too full to sample! Dog friendly.

Lovely little cafe with very attentive service. Good coffee and good breakfast options (gluten free available).

Loved it, really atmosphere with music in the background. Really chilled, and lovely drinks & cake :)

Nice gluten free cakes. Avocado courgette cake. Very slow service for take away.

Dog friendly. Great Service. Great cake. Great tea.

This place is the real deal. Came here with my partner 18 months ago an were very happy with the experience - we visited again today on a busy summer’s day and we were greeted again by the same enthusiastic staff and high quality food! We waited outside for only a couple of minutes but the service & lunch we had made that all worth it 10x!! If in doubt of where to go for lunch in Ambleside, this is your best bet. Don’t be disheartened by a short wait outside - what ensues more than compensates for it! Thanks again for a great lunch!

Amazing place, amazing food, amazing service. Been coming for a while. Also they’re super lovely to our lab Bruno.

Solid food, good staff, just wish it was a bit quieter!

Lovely cakes, orange and almond and flapjack xx coffee was very good too ! very friendly and cosy x

Our last morning in Ambleside and we decided for breakfast across the road from our AirBnB. We were ready at opening hours and a good job we were because it filled quickly. I resisted the Lakes breakfast and went with a bacon ciabatta with sausage, coffee and fresh orange juice. Probably the best breakfast in Ambleside.

service was lovely and friendly, food so delicious, huge portions we are stuffed. Lovely little breakfast spot.

Delicious iced coffee and espresso macchiato

Everything about this place was spot on. Quick, friendly service and tasty breakfast. I highly recommend the 82% cacao.

Steak and Stilton ciabatta was excellent

This little cafe is an absolute gem! We called in for a much need breakfast before the Great North Swim and were delighted with the quality and service. Freshly prepared hot and cold choices and a great homely atmosphere made this the best breakfast experience we’ve had in a long while. Will definitely make a bee line for this place as soon as we are back in the lakes.

We called in after a long walk for a coffee and a light bite before out main evening meal. The coffee was amazing and the food (we had the loaded fries) was very tasty - portions were generous so perhaps not as lighter bite as we'd intended. The cafe is quirky and the staff very friendly. On our next visit to Ambleside we want to try the much vaunted breakfast......

Easily the best sit down breakfast experience in Ambleside Been to a few places now with working in the area The copper pot is the 1 to beat. This place has people queued before opening and you see why once you have eaten here. Great little cafe in the centre of the village and can’t wait to return.

Excellent spot for lunch. Both of us had one of the specials (Spanish tomato soup) but all the food on the menu sounded amazing. The staff were all very friendly and efficient which helped create a lovely ambience. Will definitely return on our next trip to the Lakes.

My sons age 20 and 15 both said this was the best breakfast they had ever had. Very generously there were 4 rashers of bacon! We managed to squeeze in some bacon and maple waffles too!

‘Twas a cosy cafe! food was good. The staff are really nice. Will recommend

Excellent place for a lunch in Ambleside, plenty of vegan options, staff were great.

Great food, great coffee, great service. If you're there for lunch, get the Korean chicken burger.

I dropped in here for a cake and cuppa whilst on my way through Ambleside. The orange and almond cake blew my mind - absolutely delicious. Staff friendly and considerate. Would definitely come again!

Came here for breakfast one morning. Service was okay, they did ask us to pay for our food before we got it…even though it’s sit down service, which was odd. They should make you come to the till if it’s a concern. They also made customers wait in the rain when they had some seating inside that could be used for waiting. The food was nice. Seems dog friendly too, which is nice.

One of the best places to eat breakfast and drink hot chocolate, ever! Found this place last summer and was excited to return over Easter weekend. Returned twice this past weekend as it’s so good. Tip - get there for opening or be prepared to queue in the street.

Lovely little cafe, great food and friendly staff.

Visited early morning in March 2024 and it was already busy. A really lovely little cafe, which did a gorgeous vegan breakfast (maybe less bread and more hash browns?). The atmosphere was charming and loved the old black & white film footage of Popeye, Olive & Bluto on the wall. A great find and one I'll certainly return to.

Great place with lovely atmosphere. We just had tea but thought it was great

Phenomenal brunch! Artisanal coffee! The bloke on the espresso bar looked like an artist ☕️🎨

Great coffee and cakes. The burgers look excellent. 1/8/22 Still excellent 👌 Thank you 🙂

Waited to be seated and multiple members of staff were rude and acted like we shouldn’t be looking to come in for a coffee.

I would give this no stars if I could. Checked in advance that the dark hot chocolate made with oat milk would be vegan. I was told it was. It was brought out and as soon as I tasted it I knew it was cow’s milk. The waitress then came back and said it had been made with dairy. I explained I had taken a sip and there was a half hearted ‘sorry about that’. She didn’t seem at all bothered when I said I had been vegan for 8 years and do not have dairy for ethical reasons. I then asked for a refund which she appeared reluctant to give as she said it was being remade. Totally unimpressed with the awful service. DO NOT COME HERE IF YOU ARE VEGAN OR HAVE A DAIRY ALLERGY.

Visited copper pot for breakfast on our last day of our holiday in the Lake District. Beautiful, little setting with tasty, fresh food and friendly service. Kids loved the waffles and I loved my halloumi, mushrooms, sweet chilli on ciabatta.

Lovely, I go every time I'm visiting the lakes

Tasty food served quickly, from a menu with good choice and quality ingredients. Service was friendly and prompt, and the space was warm, cosy and relaxing to spend time in.

Been popping in for breakfast or lunch for years. Always high quality food, amazing coffee and the most friendly staff. One of the reasons we've been coming back to Ambleside every year for the last decade.

Great food, perfect atmosphere. Paying before eating makes it so easy to leave when you feel like it!

What a amazing little cafe might have to qué for 20 min but definitely worth it Waffles and bacon heaven and the full breakfast best in lakes

Still easily the best coffee I've had in the Lake District. Always good food. Spot on.

Lovely cafe with a nice atmosphere and great staff. ☕️

Discovered this hidden gem in April 2022 and found it so good that we returned twice more within the month and many more times since! The Lakeland Large 'Un full English breakfast is the best I've ever sampled, and I've had quite a few in various places over the years. It comes with everything, including an unusual take on the classic Cumberland "sausage" in the form of a chunky patty. The place itself affords inside and outside seating, is clean and uncluttered, and the staff are refreshingly polite and cannot do enough for you. They even offer cushions and blankets in case it's a little chilly outdoors. Simply the best place for breakfast in Ambleside, if not the whole Lake District!

We came across this wonderful cafe while visiting Ambleside for the day. What a wonderful find! We will definitely be returning the next time we are in Ambleside!

Lovely little cafe. Nice atmosphere and great food. Sadly, not great if you're disabled as access to toilet is challenging and it's very small. However, it's an old building with limited space so I do understand it's limitations. I still enjoyed my time there and the service was excellent 👍

Lush. We had the mushroom and tarragon soup 🍲 😋 delicious. Defo worth a visit.

Great stop for lunch. Very nice atmosphere and friendly staff. Food was delicious too.

Had brunch here and it was really good can’t wait to go there again in our next holiday. Food was good and fresh, dessert was delicious and coffee was good. Customer service was good as well.

Little queue to get inside but only 10 minutes and worth the wait. Nice atmosphere, very friendly staff. Great food and quick service. Dog friendly

Superb yet again. It's five years since our last visit to The Copper Pot. Our absence hasn't clouded our memory of this place. Lovely, friendly staff, nice selection of drinks (including special cocktails). The food is superb, had the daily special soup which was Tomato and Basil along with both versions of their loaded fries. Absolutely delicious. Please keep this place busy so it's still thriving when we next get the chance to come back.

Very welcoming and friendly staff. Child friendly (has baby chairs). Prices are reasonable, quality is great and taste delicious!! Provides parking disc so you can park right by the streets

Great little spot! The food is lovely and location, and decor lovely

Lovely little place, outstanding service, the waffles are amazing, wouldn't go anywhere else in Ambleside now.

Lovely breakfast in the courtyard, amazing staff.

Love this place! Great food, great service and great atmosphere. The food is well priced from the quality that you get, the cakes are incredible and the staff are always nice, even in the busiest seasons. It's a definite must when in Ambleside!

Gorgeous cakes and tasty coffee. The outside area was perfect on a beautiful sunny Saturday. Highly recommend as a place to unwind after a wander in the lakes!

Breakfast was absolutely delicious 🤤😍🤩🌸

What a wonderful spot. Very welcoming staff, delicious food and surprisingly quick service given it was a bank holiday! Very accommodating of my toddler as well- one member of staff went above and beyond to help! Lovely experience.

Great Korean chicken burger, very helpful staff. Limited but varied lunch menu e.g. wild boar burger, vege n cheese ciabatta's. Very nice indoor & outdoor cafe.

We love the food, it’s very delicious. The orange and almond cake is so smooth and not too sweet.

The breakfast sausage sandwich is incredible, best breakfast sandwich I've ever had. Service is quick and the setting is really nice. Payment is taken as you order which helps speed things up.

Absolutely love it here and always return when we visit to Ambleside. The safe are always friendly and accommodating and we never mind waiting a little bit for a table (even in the rain) as we know their breakfast is unmatched! My only slight issue is the no substitution policy - I asked for my black pudding to be removed and for an extra hash brown (which I assume is cheaper than a black pudding) but you’re still expected to pay full price for the breakfast plus extra for the hash brown. I can see that really annoying some people 😂. The coffee is also great and I really like that they take payment upfront so when you’re ready ti leave you’re not waiting around for the bill!