The Red Lion Inn in South Lakeland

Called in on a very wet Saturday afternoon for a spot of lunch and to dry out after a very wet walk with our Springer Nice friendly welcome and some nice beers on offer A small menu but the food we opted for was superb Two pasta dishes, pumpkin and clam were both devoured. Would definitely recommend.

Visited this evening, very limited menu with over 4 options not available, £28 for a sirloin steak meal which was chewy and tasteless along with a Lamb Ragu with nil flavour . Mentioned the steak was fatty etc and response with ' I'll mention to chef ' ....not even an offer of a complimentary drink . Worst eatery in Hawkshead and I've tried them all.

Visited this evening, very limited menu with over 4 options not available, £28 for a sirloin steak meal which was chewy and tasteless along with a Lamb Ragu with nil flavour . Mentioned the steak was fatty etc and response with ' I'll mention to chef ' ....not even an offer of a complimentary drink . Worst eatery in Hawkshead and I've tried them all

Great traditional pub with a good choice of food

Food prices were high but same all around hawks head nice just to pop in for a drink tho

Fantastic Roast beef ciabatta and fries.

Very happy with the food and the drink. Service was quick and the landlady was cheerful and helpful. Would recommend if in Hawkshead. We would certainly visit again. There is no on site parking.

In Hawkshead for a week. Booked this hotel for three evening meals. Perhaps that says it all. Excellent service, good honest food and great ales. Definitely recommend.

Nice food … good selection of beers …

The Red Lion was the best pub that I visited during my few days in Hawkshead. They've got a good range of ales and the food is reasonably priced and tasty. Recommended.

Stayed in Hawkshead for a long weekend, this pub was a godsend, great staff good beer and food and the regulars were a good lot as well.

our food wasn't great, felt horible because the staff and environment in this pub was class.

Great pub, we have eaten here many times over the years and for lunch and dinner this week on several occasions. The food is always well prepared, the beers well kept and the family running it are friendly with the service. We had Sunday dinner today April 24 and it was one of the best we have ever been served (see picture).

A very friendly Inn, very warm & welcoming, good food and drinks. Sky TV is available too. Altogether a nice place to enjoy when you're in the village.

Ordered a steak n ale pie, got a ham n leek. Came with warm mushy peas, asked if I could get the veg, and they had ran out. Tried to get the correct pie but they had run out. Blamed the pie confusion on the young waiting staff, even though it was clearly management communication issues. The manager was very rude, but another staff member sorted us out in the end...

No issues with being a single diner. Limited menu but delicious veggie burger (asked for no sauce which they did and they gave me another pot of ketchup). Friendly staff, happy to check out what was in the burger and make changes . Music but not too loud. Cosy

The meal was very small for the money and the dish was cold. We had the lamb rump and, although it tasted nice, everything was luke warm at best. We then had the sticky toffee pudding with custard and the custard was cold and the fresh strawberries on the side were frozen in the middle! When I told the staff, they apologised but I felt that it wasn't sincere. Probably would not return. Expensive too.

Quite a small pub but with good quality food.

The girls and gentlemen in charge of bar reminded me of the good hospitality of the restaurant owners and service in Seville, they also have Cruzcampo Seville beer. It’s small happy and good vibe

Lovely food and good staff we enjoyed

Beautiful pub in a stunning location, very welcoming and friendly. Great food and drink,.. everything you need

Very friendly, had a 3yr old with us and staff were lovely. Games to play on hand if you fancy an evening of family fun too. Food excellent, cost reasonable. Will definitely go back.

Been through a few changes since I was last here but definitely worth a visit if you're in Hawkshead. Good menu, good food and good service.

Fabulous pub, had some lovely meals here in the past and always stop here for a pint at the end of a long walk. Update: had the Sunday roast (Lamb) today. It was a perfect meal, every mouthful was a delight. The staff were so friendly and welcoming.

Lovely atmosphere and lovely food. Service was great by very friendly staff. A definite recommend for a bite to eat or a couple of drinks in the evening

Lovely pub, building of huge character and importance to us. We have spent some special wedding anniversaries there. My husband was a little disappointed no one recognised or remembered us! Main issue seemed to be central booking as we ended up with a twin room and not a double, booking lady possibly needed to be clearer. Food was delicious, right up our street. Highly recommend (if you don't mind a sloping floor or two).

Absolutely amazing place the staff are very friendly and attentive . The food and service is great the rooms are very very comfortable and very clean ..well worth 5 stars

Great food, well cooked. Good efficient service, lively atmosphere.

Popped in for a beer for a friends 60th and had a cracking evening with great live acoustic music with Marc Atkinson.

Excellent food with a few nice ales as well...👏👏👍🍻

Great food and friendly service, pretty busy when you're locked in the village from a snowstorm!

Very friendly and welcoming would highly recommend

Great little cosy place, very friendly staff can't do enough for you making your stay very enjoyable. Good selection of beers and knowledgeable staff who gave us some good ideas for walks out.

Lovely stay, nice room. Tasty breakfast. Little dissaspointed with the food menu, too much gamey menu.. The food we did choose was tasty.

Great lunchtime drink at the Red Lion Inn. Lovely local beers and friendly staff.

Stayed here 2 nights. Very small cozy room needs some love really, but clean and tidy. Breakfast is outstanding. Main meal the same.. Food is very, very good here. Alex the host, thoughtfully reserved a table for us on the Friday when we arrived late..as the place was rammed... you need to book beforehand as it gets busy. Reasonable stocked bar, but it's all about food here.

Lovely local pub with board games to play while you wait for your food. The Partridge supreme was delicious. Everyone else enjoyed their meals except for the fish and chips which was rather greasy.

Lovely food, nice pint and good service 👍

Went for lunch on Sunday, the food was tasty, there was enough meat but a disappointing amount vegetables 1 spoon of cabbage I of turnip and 2 roast potatoes. At £18 not the best value

Nicely prepared food. Place needs a refurb though.

Popped in for lunch. Warm welcome, good service and lovely food. And an absolutely beautiful Siberian Husky.

Massively overpriced basic food described as posh on the menu.

A Great Stay at The Red Lion Hawkshead. My recent visit near Ambleside to The Red Lion Hawkshead was fantastic. The blend of modern comforts and historic charm created a unique and enjoyable experience. The staff was welcoming and attentive, and the refurbished pub and cozy bedrooms made for a comfortable stay. The local flavors in their cuisine and the inviting atmosphere added to the enjoyment. Overall, The Red Lion Hawkshead is a gem in the heart of the amazing Lake District. I highly recommend a stay to experience the warm hospitality and delightful setting! 🌄🍻🛌

Friendly pub with a good range of ales. Unfortunately they weren't doing food when I visited.

Stayed here with my partner while visiting friends. A cosy pub, our room was part of the attic, spacious bedroom, but not high enough for me (no fault of the pub just my height)! Mind the bathroom was the size of an aircraft toilet and a 🚿 like a ⚰️ with a glass door! At least it was en-suite, space a premium. A full English breakfast was nice and filling, served with a smile. (Despite while waiting to be placed at a table, one guest was very rude to the owner. I did feel it was not the place for a confrontation in front of guests!) Hosts helpful and friendly. Pub was near fully booked with it being the Cornoation weekend and a party 🥳 going on in the square. All-in-all an enjoyable stay. And King Charles III popped in for a quick waltz.

Lovely family run pub with home cooked victuals. Beer was kept excellently. Landlord prided himself on his cellarship.

Two friends and I stayed here for a Saturday after climbing Scafell Pike. It’s is a beautiful location and there is a large car park about a 3/4 minute walk away from the pub. The room was lovely and well kept with a large television and amenities for hot chocolates, teas and biscuits etc. The evening food was reasonably priced and so were the drinks, even having a nice fruity cider on tap! The following morning breakfast provided for free was amazing with a large selection of cereals, coffees, toast, and then a decent full English breakfast. The staff were extremely friendly and approachable and made our stay very enjoyable. 5 stars would definitely recommend a stay here if visiting the Lake District. Especially considering the value for money.

We had a lovely lunch here yesterday, sitting in the beer garden. The beers are great and the fish goujon and the hunters chicken baguettes with chips and coleslaw were delicious at such a reasonable price too.

Stayed for one night. Never again!

I ordered chicken roast dinner, it was excellent. With 2 chicken breasts, 5 roasties and mash plus brocoli, carrots and red cabbage with a Yorkshire pudding. Also with lovely tasty gravy Also ordered was Gammon, came with chips, 2 eggs, peas and grilled tomato. We'll presented and tasty. We had been told to stay away from the pub but after a visit for a drink we decided to make our own mind up. We are glad we did I would recommend to everyone. Staff very pleasant and helpful

Great pub for dog people and nice food

The room was beautiful the bed was so comfy and the food was first class. We also have a rottie who was pampered and treated as a guest. He had sausages for brekky. Thank you for everything. Adore your attention to detail.

Pleasant stay ! Great hosts, a magnificent view, a good traditional breakfast, space to park. it's also good to be able to eat in the evening on the spot too (and it was really good). I have nothing to say except that I will return with great pleasure! Thanks again for everything !

Lovely place. Lovely staff! Can’t wait to come back and not left yet :) Breakfast is plentiful and as with everything else “Lovely “

Great pub! Good selection of beers, friendly staff and dog friendly 🐾🍻

Estuve ahí hace muchos años y es sin duda el mejor desayuno inglés en mi vida.

Had money stolen from our debit card by the owners of the pub

A lovely place for a meal or drink . Staff are grate ,

Great service, great staff, great food and a great atmosphere. What more can you want. Thanks for everything

Great atmosphere, very nice and friendly staff. Meals very tasty and huge portions for reasonable prices. Choice of draft beers and wines. As accessible as the old building lets to be.

Clean tidy and good pint of Landlord.

Nice little pub, good food. Very welcoming staff. Perfect for a walking weekend. Thanks

Clean friendly pub. What a shame they were unable to get staff so we could try the food. Very reasonably priced for a quiet drink. Would recommend.

Bed very comfy, room lovely and clean. No food in the bar tho so had to source food elsewhere. Otherwise hawkshead is a nice place to stay

Amazing staff that were friendly and up for a chat. Helpful to get BT Sport on the TV to watch the Liverpool match.

Sat outside on the first day and had such amazing sandwiches ate here a couple of times at night as well, it is always the same, good Beer and really good food, the staff and managers are always ready to have a friendly chat and are very helpful, clean and welcoming with lots of old charm.

Brilliant place to stay Neil the bar man was friendly, helpful and a good laugh . Also the food was delicious.

12th September 2022 5.15pm Nice looking Pub from the outside hence the one star. The Barman was really rude. We asked if they were serving food, he said rudely 5.30. We started to look at the menus that were on the table and he slammed down a chalk board that was on the bar and said ' this is what we are serving' . In the meantime a family with 4 adults and children came in and he sent them away as he said he had no room for them!!! We finished our drinks and left. The Barman never looked up or said a word.!!!

To the grumpy manager behind the bar, friendliness & politeness costs nothing. I spent an afternoon in there a month ago but due to the hostile way I was treated this evening, when asking if food was being served or football on, I will not be returning.

After taking the time to speak to the very limited staff The Red Lion has I cannot praise them enough. Top marks from me

Best meals we had in hawkshead and the cheapest

Visited many times over the last 8 years but unfortunately this time wasn't a pleasant experience. Geordie Landlord was miserable and unfriendly, staff looked scruffy in cycling shorts and gym vest. Dining area floor was covered in food despite it being 5pm, the time they start serving food. Sunday dinner wasn't as described on the menu, but the beef was lovely thanks chef. No mustard, no mint sauce, no lime cordial?! Coop over the road. King prawn starter were not 'king' prawns and were not pan seared, more like put in a microwave with a blob of garlic butter. Extremely disappointed. The original night we had booked prior when we arrived we were told they weren't serving food due to no chef, I had left my mobile number at the time of booking?!. Luckily the Queens head accommodated us and very nice it was. Come on Red Lion shape up please.

We stayed with friends last weekend and had a fantastic stay. Food was delicious and reasonably priced and although they were short of staff, you wouldn't know, as those that were there were always friendly and attentive. Can't fault them.

Half of our party served food, then 40 minutes later (over an hour after ordering) the other half was served after plates had been cleared! Terrible roast dinner with pale "roast" potatoes that have never seen an oven. Staff completely useless. Plenty of great places to eat in Hawkshead, avoid like the plague!

The food was absolutely worth it. The beef was melt in the mouth and the gravy amazing. Only downer was the menu is not up to date so we were hoping to have a turkey roast but they don't do it. So maybe cross it off if too expensive to reprint. Also website says they don't open until 5. Maybe someone could take a look and update it. But that said, we would definitely go again.

Lovely comfortable atmosphere. Good food and drink. Very highly recommended

It's a nice pub and the food was OK. They are short staffed unfortunately, so quite a few things on the menu not available but what we had was nice.

Poor food and very tired decor. Stayed overnight and bedroom was a bit scruffy.

I stayed for one busy night on a very very hot Sunday with my wife. We loved our stay, the bar, busy, had a great menu and great service on such a hot busy period. The meal was great. We'll be back to try the week day menu too. Our en-suite room had all you needed and was just the job. Thank you to all who made it so... for those that wish to comment on decor. Give these good people time.....refurbishments take time, expense and loss of trade. Walk a mile in a mans shoes prior to comment! Thanks to all staff: chef's who fed us, Neil and Vicky [I hope I've got your names correct] and the lovely staff member who we met on arrival. Keep going.....you're all doing fine. KielderSteve.

Lovely pub food, cozy atmosphere

Food very poor .not be going again. Staff not very friendly

Everything so efficient, friendly from booking in, luggage carried to room, excellent meal, both burger and pie top rate, quick friendly service. Room very comfortable. Breakfast well organised. Happy team

Just had an overnight stay here. It was absolutely lovely. Couldn't fault it.

Took too long for the food to come and got the order wrong

Nothing was too much bother. Lovely place to stay, dog owners made very welcome!! dog is treated same as owner. It's their holiday/breakaway too. Lovely food+breakfast

Ordered Sunday dinner, mash was stone cold in the middle, I sent back & it was replaced! Food and drinks very cheap (you get what you pay for) I wouldn't dine here again but id certainly go for drinks as compared to other public houses in the area the drinks prices are very reasonable.. service acceptable

Staff are really friendly, especially the lad with the pony tail he provided great service and he was polite and attentive. The hosts were great too and all of the staff are amazing. The bartender was extremely attentive and whatever questions i had the owner was extremely polite. Food was amazing and the rooms were great.

This is my third time here and staff are very welcoming!! Food was amazing and the rooms smelled lovely and spotless! Free Wi-Fi and a lovely atmosphere would definitely recommend and stay here again!!

I have just come back from a beautiful stay with my 2 children in this gorgeous inn. When we arrived my 4 year old was very tired and hungry, the landlady made him feel at home straight away and even appeared with a bowl of chips after showing us to our beautiful room! The room was perfect and had everything we could need or want in it! It was nipping clean and for an old building very spacious! We had an evening meal and was greeted by the most lovely young girl, who couldn’t have done more for us! The food was top notch and not a morsal was left on any of our plates! The beds are comfortable and we had a lovely nights sleep xx Breakfast was beautiful and just what we needed to start our day! Check out was just as cheerful! All in all a stunning old building, very clean, very comfortable and absolutely amazing staff, that can’t do enough for you!! Will definitely be staying again! Well done xx

Last minute decision to go for some food. Very welcoming to start with. Sat for 20 mins had to ask if we could order to be told you have to order at the bar. Went to order at the bar and stood there for 5 minutes while the staff just looked at us like we were aliens from other side of the bar. Eventually as we placed our order everything we wanted to order there was none left! Only the kids meal was available. We decided to leave to which we received a very rude response for doing so and asked why we were not staying for the kids meals! Our party should of been made aware on arrival the missing items from the menu and the ordering process. The food that other tables was served looked lovely but could not comment as our experience never got that far!

Had a fantastic stay here this weekend. The staff are so friendly and welcoming, the food was brilliant but make sure you book a table because they seem fully booked for meals but can have drink anytime. Old pub shows he history of the building in itself very clean and hospitalitable. Highly recommended. Staff could not be kinder. Can't wait to go back next year.

Just come back from a lovely stay this weekend. The place is absolutely spotless, the staff can not do enough for you and are just wonderful, and location is fantastic. I cant find fault with any of it definitely be back soon. Thank you to all the lovely staff.

The Red Lion is a very local and interesting pub with great food and a warm welcome. Lots of real Ales to try for those who are into beer and prosecco for those who are not. The food was good and tasty.

Called in for Sunday lunch with our dog who was spoiled rotten by the lovely staff. Lovely old pub. My roast beef with all the trimmings was delicious and the hubby really enjoyed his veggie option. Good selection of beers too at a reasonable price. Will definitely be back.

Lovely staff, lovely food, lovely room. Couldn't fault it. Stayed here now a few times, the new management this time went above and beyond to make our stay perfect for us and our 2 dogs.

Lovely friendly couple running the place doing there best as there is a shortage of staff. Spotlessly clean and best food in the village can't wait to come back a big thank you xx

Ate here over the bank holiday weekend and meal was really not very good. Took over an hour for food to be served and obvious it had been waiting under the heat lamps to be brought out for a long time - mushy peas had gone hard and almost burnt fingers on the slice of lemon that came with the fish. If only the food lived up to the descriptions on the menu, improve the food or tone down the menu.

Good service, Nicely done out , warm welcome,ace beers

Terrible service, rude and aggressive staff... its a wonder why some people get into the customer service industry!

Delicious food. Dog friendly and great hosts.