The best restaurants in Staveley-in-Westmorland South Lakeland North West

We visited Kimi’s today and couldn’t recommend it enough, Gelato was delicious (I would definitely recommend the chocolate and honeycomb but all looked delicious). The lady behind the counter was so friendly and was really kind to our Labrador. Thank you! Would love to visit again for another ice cream when we are next in the area.

So I’m not normal one to leave a review, that being said overall I was hugely disappointed with the meal I had at the Knipe Grill at Gilpin Lake House. Firstly - we were show to our table and and iPad dropped on the table. Yes this is a menu and yes I can work and iPad. But with the hotel boasts 5 stars I expect a little more interaction. -With an experienced chef David with many an accolade, unfortunately I was underwhelmed. You quote “My food is fun, there’s always a bit of a story behind it, a bit of nostalgia and playfulness” Sadly there was no story no fun. This was primarily down the the service and the lack of engagement, talking us through the menu, championing and highlighting locality, seasonally and recommendations. The level of service we received for the price paid just wasn’t up to standard. - and finally whilst I know this is a hotel with a hot tub, there is something about having a group of people in bath robes walking through the restaurant heading to the hot tub a little strange. I wouldn’t expect this from a restaurant in a 3 star Spanish hotel, let alone a 5 star very expensive hotel/restaurant in the lakes In summary the restaurant's inexperience staff led to poor service, which significantly impacted the dining experience. The lack of knowledge and attentiveness resulted in frustration and dissatisfaction. While the food showed potential, it ultimately fell short of the expected standard considering the price paid. Overall, the combination of what seemed like inexperienced staff and underwhelming food quality makes this restaurant a less than satisfying choice. Sorry for this review but unfortunately this is a true reflection of my/out experience.

Dining at Spice in the Gilpin Hotel was an exceptional experience. The fusion of flavors and spices in every dish was outstanding, delivering bold and exciting tastes with every bite. The ambiance was warm and inviting, perfect for a relaxed yet refined evening. The service was top notch staff were attentive, friendly, and made excellent recommendations. Overall, Spice offers a unique and memorable dining experience that I would highly recommend to anyone visiting the area.

Excellent roast on a wet Sunday with friendly service in a lovely traditional setting and great value for money.

Really lovely stop at the Watermill. We checked in and had a fab meal on the Thursday night. The local Halloween beer was excellent!! Room was lovely & the eves made it cosy😉. Lovely Cumbrian breakfast - lovely staff - we'll be back.

We have just returned from this lovely dog friendly Pub. Warm welcome, cosy log burner, attentive staff and an interesting menu. The cheese soufflé was outstanding as was the duck torte with cherries. Excellent fish and chips and a great wine list. We couldn’t fault this place and will certainly be back.

At last, whilst on a short break, we found this place that serves quality, fresh, tasty food. Considering the quantity of eateries servicing the tourist trade we have been so disappointed until we stumbled on The Brown Horse. Price wise, the same as the rest but streets ahead in terms of value. Lovely old fashioned inn with lots of character. Friendly and attentive Staff.

We rang on the spare of the moment and wasn't disappointed. The food was very nice and the staff extremely accommodating. Such a pleasant and enjoyable experience. We will definitely call again. Thanks again for the delicious food..

Unfortunately it has now been permanently closed since 9th September 2024 by the owners so don't make a special trip there. The Eagle and Child pub in Staveley is a great alternative if you're in the village.

All good. Well run by friendly staff. Food excellent. Very popular with campers and locals

Once you get past the dumping ground at the rear entrance into the cafe the interior is very nice. The cafe was not too busy but we had to wait quite a while for our drinks to arrive and then a further wait for our food which was ok, but nothing special.

Best latte I’ve ever tasted simple as that. It was a rainy cold day, and we were welcomed in with the dog in tow to a lovely warm cafe. Coffee as it should be, delicious.

The best chippy I have been to and I love fish and chips. Very popular but they manage the orders to minimise waiting time and it is well worth the wait.

Love this pub! One of the best places for Sunday dinner in the lakes! Special thanks to Claire who makes every visit an enjoyable one! See you again on Sunday!

Great food, friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Homemade food really hit the spot after a long day walking and they even welcome dogs in their dining area! The lady behind the bar is lovely and stopped for a chat as I was checking out the lovely, quaint little pub. The food is amazing and homemade, especially the specials! Really delicious. Not far off the main road from Ambleside and Windermere. We will definitely be back! The desserts are a must!