Sicklebarn in South Lakeland

I really wanted to be more impressed... but I just wasn't. Perfect location for walkers and a potentially cool vibe but don't be fooled by instagram! It was cold and lacked atmosphere- not ideal as 90% of customers were walkers. I was disappointed to know the Langdale gin was currently made in Essex, and food was average. We had two plates of loaded fries and while the toppings had a nice flavour and were warm, the chips underneath were stone cold. We'd had quite a wait which I didn't mind, but by this point we were too hungry to send it back. I might have mentioned it to a friendly waited if there was one to be seen, however no one checked in and it really felt the staff were happy to do the bare minimum. One guy lit a few candles and sat and had a pint on this side of the bar with some mates. I'd love to return in the hope it's better as it really feels it has so much potential.

Oktoberfest.......I never review normally but the service last night was appalling Basically a very rude barman. If he was a volunteer Lanty Slees need to be a bit more careful who they have on board. He had no manners at all and should not be even helping out!!

Oktoberfest....£24 ticket £5 for a plastic cup £6 a pint most of the beers were cloudy and some undrinkable from the bar. Its not about good quality beer its about making money. Riot Jazz were awesome

We’d read rave reviews about this place on Tripadvisor and as regular visitors to Langdale over many years, we were delighted to see somewhere new. Loved the look of the menu and the cool barn vibe and dropped in one lunchtime to check opening hours for that evening (you can’t book). We went back that night at 7pm and were told that the kitchen had just closed because it was very quiet. We were disappointed but understand the predicament and headed to the Brit at Elterwater for dinner instead (it’s great there by the way for simple pub grub). The following day, we decided to try Lanty Slee again, arriving at 6pm hoping the kitchen was open. Luckily it was. There were a few more people in and the guy on the bar was lovely. The food menu is simple and appealing for diner style food and we were expecting seriously awesome burgers and hot dogs - but what we got was decidedly average and came out far too quickly (probably about 5 mins after ordering which always makes me a bit nervous) leading us to wonder if the food had been pre-cooked and reheated - the chips weren’t very hot either. My buttermilk chicken burger was more like a schnitzel - very thin and in breadcrumbs. The crispy onions mentioned on the menu were missing off it but I didn’t bother telling the staff as it wasn’t the end of the world. It was just ok and nothing special. My hubby had the double patty burger which again was just ok. My daughter had the foot long Cumberland hot dog (she wanted it totally plain) and it was fine too. All in all, there was nothing ‘wrong’ with the food, we were just really disappointed with how average it was when it could have been so good. It design match up to the brilliant reviews on here so maybe just an isolated off night. There are certainly better burgers in the area. We really wanted to love this place as it is really handy for where we stay when we are here, and we love trying new places alongside old favourites, so will probably try again next year when we are back and hope for a better food experience. .

This was a final leg of a round hike of this area, so we decided to finish off with a lunch here. As you approach, it looks great. On the day we approached we were unsure if there was a training course going on or outdoor clothing demo as there appeared to be a lot of delegates and trade stands, marquees and even a full PA system and DJ. We enquired with a member of staff if they were open for walk ins or if it was a private function, we were told they were open for anyone. We found a table and perused the menu, before going in too order. We stood at the bar and waited and waited, the staff just seemed disorganised and the chap who looked like the manager, who had welcomed us in, just stood the other side of the bar completely ignoring us and other customers waiting. Our food and drinks eventually arrived and whilst the menu description sounded great, the reality was blight of the bland. We ate oyur lunch and had to endure an Ibiza esq DY with music so loud you could not talk. Wow, this is a Friday lunchtime in the lakes, either the DJ got lost en route to Ibiza or the management have mis read their clientele.

Not once, but twice, were different individuals in our group, met with snotty responses, when attempting to interact with the 'barman' in this establishment. The first was when an individual walked in to enquire about a table for eating... Admittedly, they had, in haste, amidst a torrential downpour, mistakenly dashed into the wrong establishment, however, to be cut off mid-sentence with an abrupt "No!" is unacceptable. Despite the rudeness and after eating in another around the corner, we decided to give it another chance for a few post meal drinks. Barely, had (a different) two of us walked in, when the same 'barman' shouts, "we're done". After checking my watch and noticing the time was barely 9.15pm, I confirmed with the individual that the meaning of this statement was that they were no longer serving. We left, leaving him and several customers listening to loud heavy metal. We were well-mannered, adequately attired and gave no reason for him to refuse service, other than, perhaps, he fancied an early finish or just generally struggles to respond appropriately to social cues. If you don't like the general public, don't work in a pub.

First time we have been since its changed hands and become Lanty Slee's, and was not disappointed. Warm friendly welcome, with a (for the Lake District) reasonably priced breakfast. The produce used in the breakfasts were absolutely delicious. Cannot wait to go back to sample food off the lunch menu !!

Visited Lantys and we always do when we are up in Chapel Stlie but sadly the 1st time I've not given it 5 out of 5. Reason for this is whilst my Double Cheeseburger was delicious sadly my wife's Lamb Rogan Josh was a little disappointing as half the lamb was very fatty. The taste was lovely and the non fatty lamb was fab, we still love both Lantys and will definitely be back next time we are up here.

Offers something very different to the New and Old Dungeon Ghyll Inns. Spacious and nicely appointed pub, food was very nice and plenty of drink choices. Highlight though was the live music, what a singer the manager is!

I really liked this place. Good atmosphere and, as other reviewers have said, offers something a bit different compared to the other nearby 'more traditional ' pub options. Good choice of beer and friendly and efficient staff. Food portions could have been a bit better. Ordered the beef goulash which was listed as a 'special ' and the portion size was small with no rice or chips. To be fair to the manager, when we raised this he very quickly rectified the situation by bringing over a bowl of extra fries. The best thing about the place though was the music. The manager performed a great set of accoustic covers and you could tell everyone in there was really enjoying it. So overall, I'd definitely recommend a visit to this place- it was a highlight of our evening in Great Langdale.

Great staff, beer was great but couldn't stay to eat as it was so cold, please can you keep the front door closed as that would have helped and we would have stayed to eat.