The best restaurants in South Lakeland North West

Cozy and friendly. The beer is kept well.

Popped in for lunch recently and we were very impressed. The staff were so friendly and welcoming, the cafe looks lovely and is very clean, and the food was amazing! Really pleased we found this place, we will definitely be back!

Stayed here for 2 nights over the bank holiday weekend and we both thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The Ship Inn is in a very picturesque village of Bardsea and was only a few minutes walk to the sea front which was lovely. Our room was comfortable and clean with tea/coffee/hot chocolate and biscuits available in the room . The breakfast and food on the evening were both very good, especially the cooked breakfast, which set you up for the day . Nice outdoor seating area and all the staff were really friendly.

Stumbled across this place on a beautiful day after visiting Tarn Howes. Lovely spot to sit outside with glorious views of Coniston and friendly service. The fruit scones with cream and jam were delicious and there was a top up of filter coffee. I believe they do lunches with beef and lamb from their farm. Interesting history. Not dog friendly inside.

We come to Bakehouse quite often as we love the food. The sourdough bread is so nice and soft! Menu changes quite often so there are always different options every time we go. Never tried one but the cakes also look amazing! One of your favourite brunch/lunch spots in the Lakes 😊🍞 Also- dog friendly 🐕

We stayed at the site over the bank holiday weekend and visited the pub a few times for drinks—each visit was a great experience! On Monday evening, we decided to have dinner, and the staff couldn’t have been more accommodating. While there were some gluten-free options on the menu (mostly meat-based), the team let us know that with a bit of advance notice, they could offer more variety. The chef even kindly offered to make a gluten-free carbonara—something not on the menu—which my mum ordered and really enjoyed. We all had different dishes, and every single one was absolutely delicious. Highly recommend this lovely pub (and the campsite)!

Well we have waited over a year to visit and it was certainly worth it . Great food, super friendly staff and a great outdoor eating space. Will definitely be back.

What a place! Great real ales, excellent home made pasties and open fires . There's also an impressive mead selection and commodes for chairs. Great place for a lazy pub day with the dog

Fantastic friendly staff - cakes were exceptional and perfect with a cup of tea after doing the nearby waterfall hike. Sitting in the garden gives you great views down the valley. Would highly recommend!

We came for breakfast one weekday which was absolutely delicious. They cater well for gluten and dairy free too. Very welcoming and friendly service. Note that cash is preferred.

My husband and I were staying at the nearby county hotel and decided to call in for a coffee on the way into the shopping area. The coffee was great and the millionaires slice was lovely. Service was very good.

A wonderful quaint Chip shop with very friendly owners. The prices and food were outstanding and delicious. I will definitely be making a return visit. Thank you.

What an amazing experience, I'd definitely describe it as the best pizza I've had outside of Italy, and the seasonal specials add an extra interesting twist. My mum has said that the gluten free pizza is the best she has eaten anywhere. The homemade hummus is amazing and deserves its own mention. This is one of our go to places, for a fantastic atmosphere good food and even better choice of beer

We visited Broadoaks for afternoon tea on Mon 3 March. It was spectacular! Normally there is not enough savoury and too much sweet but this couldn't have been better. Lovely sandwiches, brioche rolls, sausage rolls, mini quiches made up an amazing platter; we have never seen anything quite like this. The scone was the perfect combination of crispy on the outside, soft in the middle and didn't crumble when the jam and clotted cream were added. The desserts were all home made. The chocolate ganache cake was to die for! The chef even prepared two Portuguese tarts as a special extra. My wife had a vegetarian platter which was equally perfect. Patrick who managed the afternoon tea service was friendly, entertaining, super helpful and incredibly smartly dressed! It was worth going to the hotel if only to meet him! Chelsea at reception was a lovely, friendly and bubbly person. Overall this was the most extravagant afternoon tea we have ever had; it was the height of decadence and a wonderful experience!

Worth popping for a coffee and a cake. We had a vegatable pastie and a cake. Great coffee and polite freindly staff. Seating inside and out.