Royal Oak in Allerdale

Stayed for a lovely night stay on the stay and dine deal , lovely pub and the staff are very friendly and helpful. Room was cozy and clean with nice little welcoming touches ( thank You Pauline) good pub grub and decent selection of beers and spirits and amazing location

This is the umpteenth time I've stayed in the village and The Royal Oak is my go-to pub after an arduous ramble among the fells. It's perfect for walkers with muddy boots and muddy paws. Due to its location, booking is advisable. It's cosier than the other pubs in the village and the staff like Becca are friendly, accommodating and go out of their way to make you feel comfortable and welcome. Good grub and a few good ales.

Have stayed, drunk and eaten here on many occasions. The beer is great and the food excellent. The entire team, Leon, Becca, Dudley & George go out of their way to make you feel welcome. A great local pub.

We have eaten here twice in the last week or so and the food has been lovely, service excellent. When we have just popped in for a drink Leon has gone out of his way to get us a seat. The pub is busy and has a lovely atmosphere. Becca, is always friendly behind the bar clearly knowing many people by name. Great to have as our local pub but clearly visited by by many from outside the area as well.

Stay in the village regularly and always make a point of coming in to the Royal Oak. It's warm after cold day's walking; the food is honest, and the beer is decent. More importantly, it feels like a local away from home, it's wholesome for Leon to remember us and welcome us like regulars to make sure we're comfortable... It's a small thing but makes a big difference.

Fab service today as always from Leon; thanks Leon! We are regular customers every time we're in the Lakes and Leon always remembers us. With great food and tasty ales, this is a great pub we will continue to come back to! Always worth booking a table if you want food as it gets really busy.

If you are staying in Braithwaite, nearby Keswick or just walking the Northern Fells, this is undoubtedly the place to eat or refresh yourself after a hard day on the Northern Fells. The staff are all unfailingly polite, there is a wide range of beers and wines to quench your thirst; the menu is both comprehensive (caters for those who have a carnivorous appetite, vegetarians and, albeit limited, also for vegans). All food is prepared and cooked on-site by the chef (Glen) and is truly excellent The bar and waiting staff, particularly Becca, Emmi and Leon, will also make sure that you are welcomed and treated like a local. Highly recommended.

Dudley was so welcoming, attentive and funny! My dietary requests were no issues. The food and service was exceptional. Absolutely eat here again.

Really friendly staff who found us a room. We had a large partly of friends who all joined us for dinner.

Recently I stayed at the Camping & Caravan Club site at Braithwaite village. This is the local pub. My wife and I went there on the first night for an evening meal. She had the Cumberland sausage with mash and vinegared red cabbage. I had the chili battered calamari followed by Whitby Scampi OMG. This scamp was so large, moist and luscious. They ate way better than the scampi I get to eat in the West Midlands. The food was so good, that we went back the next night. I had the special of hake in in a potato and pistachio crust with carrots and the same red cabbage which is very tasty. My wife had the home made Steak and Ale pie which was also lovely according to my wife. The food is good, the beer is good, the service is good and the atmosphere and surroundings of the pub is good.

We stayed in the village this weekend and booked to eat at the pub on Friday night. It was a good job that we did book because the pub was absolutely packed! After eating there we found out why! The gentleman who served us was fantastic, friendly and knowledgeable about the menu and drinks options. The food wasnt the cheapest but when it came out it was clear why it wasn't. It was freshly cooked, locally sourced, delicious and great sized portions. I had the Cumberland sausage and swapped the mash to chips. Wow, it was amazing. The burger and the steak and ale pie looked amazing and the others said so too. I would definitely eat there again and would 100% recommend booking in advance to avoid disappointment.

Popped in to this pub twice. Once as we were starving and it was first one we came across. The second time as we were struggling to find places to eat after two weeks in Keswick. First time. Walked in. Asked staff if any free tables. Just said yeah fund your own. The man behind the bar with the flat cap and tattoos was so miserable it was unbelievable My partner ordered me a plain burger and was explaining what that entailed and he said " I think I know what a plan burger is". How rude. The reason we explain is because the amount of times it comes out and is not plain is unbelievable. Anyway he carried on being miserable to anyone and everyone. Bad day??? We both had burgers and they were really nice. Hot and a real nice taste. I had lemon possett for dessert with amaretto biscuits and cream. It was divine. So tasty. Second time we visited he was in a better mood. I had fish and chips. Partner had burger again and friend had hunters chicken. Again all served hot and tasty You do have to book in evenings for a table Food was nice. Service by the young ladies was really friendly. Would go back.

Great food and super friendly service

Can't rate rooms as I didn't stay in the hotel and I didn't sit in the proper "restaurant" section. Popped in on the Thursday for lunch as my partner managed to develop a chest infection and was sat in our flat thingy round the corner not wanting to go out. Five stars as the place was friendly and did exactly what it said - it was an old fashioned pub serving beer and food. Had the steak pie and, while I can't say if it was all made on the premises, it was all freshly cooked and nothing on the full plate was mass produced/frozen. Was it haute cuisine? Nope, it was good, old fashioned pub grub from days before chain pubs and all the meals being delivered so they just need heating. Was it worth £19 - you answer this. If I was at my home town and grabbing a pub lunch I probably wouldn't pay this. If I was in London I'd have to pay this for a badly microwaved catering pie and a few frozen chips. In the lake district this seemed like a fair price to me - I'd been paying £2.50 for tea in a paper cup or £7+ for a bacon roll other places. My only criticism would be the lack of a genuinely local beer on the pumps. Didn't let this affect the rating as they do seem to have made an effort to have a range of drinks (I think three ciders on tap including one berry type monstrosity, couple of lagers, a "modern" IPA, four beer pumps one of which was out so it may have been a local beer that had run dry - there may have been other options). I opted for a Courage as it was the only bitter type beer available. The Jennings was more local but you can get it nationwide and it was a lighter beer - get a bit fed up with them now as everything is pale or golden at the moment. Anyhoo - I liked the place and if it wasn't for the illness we'd have both been in more often.

Lovely. Welcoming friendly efficient staff. Dog friendly pub. Crackin food. 👍 😁

Just called in for a few beers while camping in Braithwaite, made welcome, was sadly a little quiet on the damp evenings I ventured in..

A fantastic pub. Great selection of ales and fab pies!

Popped in for a quick drink and received a friendly welcome from the staff. Serving a nice selection of drinks. Will definitely be paying them another visit.

Food left a lot to be desired and far too many tables are packed in! Looking for food options in the area and thought from the outside the Royal Oak looked promising, however when shown to our seats it felt very crammed in, even though it was not full. Also once the food arrived it was only just above the standard of being edible. The side salad was seemingly prepared days ago as the cucumber and peppers were wrinkled up, the tomato was squishy and the leaves looked wilted. The chips were far too overdone, being chewy and nearly teeth breaking in strength. The rest of the main meal was just about acceptable and was saved by the cheese! Given the price of the food I was expecting a much higher standard. The staff were very friendly and accommodating, but didn't seem to communicate with each other. It may sound like there is a chip on my shoulder, it could be because they were the worst chips I have ever had.

Sunday PM, Arrived at 5.25, queued at bar, got served at 5.33, I asked "Still serving food?" No, we stopped at 5.30. Well whoopee doo, drank our drinks, and had to find somewhere else. Car trip to Keswick. Makes you smile when barman answered phone " yes, we are serving food for another 8 mins ". That would have been 6.00pm. I'm not surprised they get poor reviews!

Beautiful Food , lovely staff , Nothing is too much trouble .... Cheers to Liam too .

We only have had a starter but home bake bred rolls and food is fantastic

Excellent meal. Staff more than helpful. Leon is a star 🌟

Has a level of care not seen outside the movies :)

Lovely pub, our dble room was really cozy and clean, food was great - the homemade steak pie is 10/10. Staff are really lovely & friendly, the owners were also really kind & accommodating when we had to swap our originally booked dates too. Perfect location for our hike up Scarfell Pike. Would 100% recommend a stay here.

Great pub in a lovely part of the lakes. Came in as a walk in diner and best efforts were made to accommodate. My only gripe was the price of the food for the quality. Have to say though, even though the staff were busy, they still managed to keep smiling and provide a great service.

Stopped off here for a drink yesterday afternoon. Lovely clean pub and the staff were great! It’s been a while since I’ve been and the new management appear very promising, can’t wait to visit again. They’ve just had the car park re-marked and had a change around of the outside area as well, which definitely helps with the atmosphere outside. I’ll be back soon enough!

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Good selection of Beers 🍻 excellent food Dog 🐕 friendly a great friendly pub

Enjoyed the serene beauty of Lake District at The Royal Oak hotel. A cozy pub downstairs, a welcoming hotel upstairs. Their sandwiches and butternut squash soup were pure comfort food. Highly recommend this gem, just a short bus ride from the heart of Keswick. The staff's warmth and the spotless cleanliness made it a perfect stay.

Good beer good food friendly staff

Front of house is excellent. Fabulous food. Will visit again. Thank you

A must visit when I am in the Lakes as this place brings back great memories of previous visits to the Lakes. Jennings Cumberland is still on tap - one of my absolute favourite beers. Had a tasty lunch with my pint. Dog friendly, as my pair of Cocked Spaniels were welcomed. A cosy but spacious traditional village pub in a fabulous location.

Arrived about a hour before last meal orders and so relieved they could fit us in. What a fantastic pub, great staff, lovely old decor and great selection of real ales. Made us feel very welcome especially our dog Winnie. We ordered a houmous starter which was delicious, the mains were lovely too. Well cooked, tasty and good portion size. The pub is in a great location, lovely village setting. Glad we found it on our last evening, made for a great end to a good week. Thank you.

Fantastic bar, great food, perfect after a day(s) hiking. Muddy boots and dogs welcome, which is always a plus. Great outdoor space, where food is also served. A good selection of drinks and the staff were all lovely

I recently visited The Royal Oak in Braithwaite, Lake District, and was quite disappointed. The food was subpar and lacked flavor. The service was slow and inattentive, despite the restaurant not being particularly busy. Additionally, the atmosphere felt outdated and unwelcoming, not at all what I expected from a place with such a charming exterior. Overall, my experience was far from pleasant, and I would not recommend The Royal Oak for anyone seeking a quality dining experience in the Lake District.

Great pub, a proper pub atmosphere. Staff are very friendly, service is quick & efficient. The Royal Oak will definitely hold a memory of my week stay here at the lakes! Dog friendly & kid friendly

Didn't stop so can't rate rooms but a nice bar no food one day as no chefs but soup and chips next night very busy and welcoming on both occasions really like feel of the place and dog friendly seating area outside for sunnier weather than we had David

Food we had was delicious and the cost of it was really good value.

I was at Royak Oak for 20 minutes only, but staff was friendly and the beer 🍺 was great.

Stopped in on way back to Keswick. Had dinner x3. Really good food. Portions quite big. Lamb Henry gorgeous lots of meat. Good sized piece of gammon. Fairly priced. Friendly, polite staff. Highly recommend.

What a friendly bunch of staff, great beer and lovely food

My wife and I had a meal here last Tuesday. Couldn't decide whether to have the Cumberland sausage or the Steak pie, after speaking to our server ( the guy with the flat cap) he recommended the pie. Good choice!. My wife had fish and chips apart from a wee mix up with our mains coming before my starter ( no big deal) . Great food and will definitely be back next time we are back in the area.

Absolutely beautiful place. Meal was outstanding. Rooms spotless clean and very comfortable. ALL staff very friendly and helpful. Definitely will be returning. Thanks for a wonderful stay .

Food, staff and atmosphere great.

The staff here are exceptional! So friendly and inviting. They were happy to accommodate an unplanned visit for dining. The food was delicious. Service exceptional. Particularly grateful that they were so accommodating of our dog and had great interactions with him. Lovely little pub for food and drink. Thankyou

Had a meal here for my birthday food very good srrvice excellant our waiter was very considerate and checkrd with us that our family had made it home safe afer been stuck on a66 after accidents thank you again

Quiet comfortable room, lovely traditional pub food, friendly welcome

Pub in a small village. Friendly people, good food and service!

Braithwaite Football Club have been sponsored for several years and are welcomed back after their home games. We are grateful for their support.

After a long walk in Braithwake valley we stopped in the end at Royal oak to enjoy drinks. Its a lovely place where you can relax

Food fab, very friendly, Leon and Dudley at night were great, through the day Rebecca was fab, made us so welcome, so much so we came back next day, well done Royal Oak great staff.

Great little pub in a fantastic location, lovely staff

Gorgeous, warm and welcoming pub. We visited with our 2 dogs and enjoyed a delicious meal of very generous portions! Very friendly and attentive service, would definitely return

It's a real shame to give such a low rating. The pub is beautiful and set in a lovely location. Our waitress was very friendly and so the 2 stars go to her. We waited ages and weren't given a menu. We asked a couple of times and were eventually given some. The service was extremely slow and the food was average at best. The chips tasted like they had been cold and re-heated again as they were so dry and crunchy. For the price we were paying I would have expected alot better. I think the pub works on the premise that there are so many tourists around they don't worry too much about the quality of food. Going for a drink there would be lovely, but I'd steer clear from the food.

Friendly staff. Lovely rooms. Great food.

We've enjoyed 2 lovely family dinners here during our stay. Gorgeous resturant, friendly staff and beautiful food. Thank you

Had a great stay at the Royal Oak Hotel at Braithwaite. A warm and friendly welcome from the staff. The hotel was a great area for walking and great access to the rest of the lakes. Good food and drinks at good prices too. And a dog friendly too. Hotel room clean and well maintaine. All round a great place to relax and enjoy yourself. I will recommend the Royal Oak every time looking forward to my next visit.

Booked a stay for parents birthday. They booked in for a meal and ordered a curry which unfortunately didn’t taste as expected (watery and a bit tasteless) my mam spoke to a staff member who sent a waiter over to the table, instead of asking what the problem was the waiter abruptly took away the dish and didn’t return with a menu OR rectify the problem. He then avoided any eye contact all night to my mother had to go without a meal!

Gorgeous pub just outside of Keswick, staff were friendly and showed us up to our room which was spotlessly clean and spacious. Food was lovely too. Great walks all around and Keswick town is lovely. Definitely worth a visit or a stay at the Royal Oak if you are in the area.

During my recent visit to The Royal Oak in Braithwaite, I had the pleasure of not only experiencing their amazing restaurant but also staying at their charming hotel. I must say, my stay was nothing short of delightful, and I am eager to share my positive experience. The location of The Royal Oak as both a restaurant and a hotel is simply breathtaking. Nestled in the picturesque village of Braithwaite, the hotel offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside, providing a peaceful and idyllic setting for a relaxing getaway. The accommodation at The Royal Oak was cozy, comfortable, and thoughtfully decorated, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The room amenities were top-notch, and I appreciated the attention to detail in ensuring a pleasant stay. Whether relaxing in the well-appointed room or taking in the views from the hotel grounds, I found it to be a perfect retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The staff at The Royal Oak, both in the restaurant and the hotel, were outstanding. Their professionalism, friendliness, and willingness to go above and beyond to ensure guest satisfaction truly stood out. It was evident that guest comfort and enjoyment were top priorities for the staff, and their efforts did not go unnoticed. In conclusion, my experience at The Royal Oak in Braithwaite as a hotel guest was exceptional. The combination of the stunning location, comfortable accommodation, and attentive staff made for a memorable and relaxing stay. Whether you're looking for a weekend getaway or a longer retreat, I highly recommend The Royal Oak for a complete and unforgettable experience in Braithwaite.

Hard day on the fells enjoyed a lovely gammon steak & a few pints. Good value excellent meals, quick service and cosy surroundings. Well worth a visit plenty of outside seating for warmer days.

Booked us in at short notice. Enjoyed our food. Friendly atmosphere. Dog friendly which I ike. Will go back next time at the Lakes.

Food really nice no atmosphere in pub though

Great waiter who was lovely and charming 😍 The landlord was a little less happy. Decent food

1970 decor, good vegetarian burger, hated sachets for condiments. Nice beef lunch, good service. Get rid of the one use plastic sachets.update now proper conderments, nice chicken burger, totally got it together now, well done.

We stayed in Braithwaite (just a few minutes walk away from the Royal Oak) for a weekend away in the lakes…the food and service was so good that we came back 2 consecutive nights. Dudley (staff member) went above and beyond and gave a 10/10 service. We would definitely return if in the area again and would highly recommend! The fish and chips and pie were excellent!!

Great place, Lovely rooms, Good beer, Nice staff- Highly recommended!

Lovely food, tasty and good size portions. Staff friendly and attentive.

Dined here twice this week. Both times the staff and food have been excellent. The young man with the cap and cool T-shirts remembered us and was welcoming. Both nights the food was piping hot and tasty . In all we had 4 different meals .

Great pub and good food a short walk from the campsite

Absolutely amazing place to eat cracking food an friendly staff.

Nice friendly bar which is popular for food in centre of the village. On this occasion we only managed drinks whilst watching 6 nations rugby on TV

Great range of beers on tap, serves great looking food but didn't have it myself. Friendly staff and feels cosy.

Popped in for lunch - delicious hot pot. Staff were very friendly and welcoming for us and our new born. Baby changing facilities even had bags and Nappies provided. Thanks to the staff of Royal Oak, very accommodating and highly recommend. Will definitely visit again. Thanks.

Had food in the bar.Scampi, chips and garden peas.Chips were cooked from frozen,dry.....peas had been over cooked,dry.Scampi ok.Ordered 1 scoop of ice cream,had to look for it in the bowl!! Dessert spoons were soup spoons and the blob of ice cream fitted on the spoon.

what a lovely pub nestled in the mountains, I stayed for 2 nights. Staff Leon and Becca were incredibly accommodating & helpful. Heavily recommend a visit. Great food!

2 January 2024. A nearby restaurant cancelled our booking at the last minute, so at 6pm 11 of us turned up to see if we could have dinner. The staff were immediately receptive and worked fast to get us seated (even though they were already really busy!). We were made to feel really welcome and nothing was too much trouble. We had a lovely dinner and drinks and were served promptly. Thanks to all the staff at Royal Oak. 🥰

Lovely pub near Keswick, had a great selection of drinks and friendly spaces for dogs. While we opted not to bring our dog in, it was nice for the staff to let us know that there was space available in the dog friendly area should we wish to move and bring the dog in.

Only went in for drinks and crisps with our two dogs. It was boxing day and extremely busy but service didn't falter

We had lunch from the main menu. I had the steak pie and it was delicious. It was a proper pie encased in shortcrust pastry and it was full of tender, lean meat. I chose to have chips instead of mash and the vegetables were carrots, peas and red cabbage. My partner had the lamb henry and that was delicious, tender and filling. He also opted for chips. There was a nice selection of real ales too. The Christmas decorations were lovely and the pub was warm and cosy.

We spent Christmas Day here and had an excellent lunch....the service and atmosphere was just lovely x

Best pub in the area Kevin and Norma King

Beautiful place, very friendly staff and great food! Will definitely be back again

A lovely pub in the heart of Braithwaite. Excellent staff, great choice of ales and great food. Love it here.

Great food great presentation, great choice, great prices, excellent choice of ales

A cracking choice for Sunday lunch, we are here at the same time last year, food was better then but it was still very good this time round. Special mention for the waiting staff who were brilliant and engaging

We just were passing through and chanced upon this place to eat. We had roasted turkey dinner... Huge and tasty! Great value, nice atmosphere, clean, lovely staff and great food! Ticked all our boxes and we highly recommend it! Thank you to all, happy Christmas!

Well organised with attentive service quickly delivered. Nice vibe with a traditional feel. Most welcoming

This place, is handy , for your nights meal ,,, if you don't fancy cooking , if your @ the club.c.c.c. ,site . Great food .. & staff ..

Booked a table an hour ahead and, in spite of being very busy on a Saturday evening in the pub, the staff were super welcoming (including to our dog). The food and service was great. Looking forward to visiting again!

Lovely local pub. Nice to see the bar area lively in a pub these days. Food choice good and usual pub grub choice.

Great country pub... popular with locals and tourists. Friendly welcome. Cheery staff..

Pleasant bar, good selection of real ales, dog friendly, good spot to end the day.

Booked a meal over the phone for 8.15 on a Saturday night. On arrival, greeted with enthusiastic staff even though the pub was busy. Everything available on the menu and the food we ordered was perfect and on time. Big shout out to Dudley who was very on the ball with drinks and table service in general, especially the additional Pepper sauce for the chips! Highly recommend pub! 👍🏼

We went for a meal and a drink nice food good atmosphere and dog friendly

Great food and service tonight with Lakeland DA meal especially our waitress 's Emi &Casey

I've often visit the Royal Oak when I stay in Braithwaite. Friendly staff who make you feel very welcome. Thank you.

The best welcome from all the team, so well looked after, making it our local away from home.

My wife,my daughter and I had two excellent meals at the Royal Oak. We were served by friendly people who welcomed us as friends, the next time we go to Braithwaite we will definitely eat there again.