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Diners' Choice: Most Booked restaurants in Cumbria

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Updated June 05, 2026

Looking for the most booked restaurants in Cumbria? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 500,000 new global diner reviews from the past month. We sort the results by location to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


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4.3
4.3 (77)
£25 and under
Italian
Keswick
About the restaurant
Casa Bella is very much a family run restaurant led by husband & wife team George and Meera. They are well known on the local culinary scene, having two other restaurants in the local area - Merienda Keswick and the French inspired Ivy House in Braithwaite and the indian street food Bagheera in the Lakes

Homemade and local are themes that run throughout everything we make, with local flavour and authentic taste the foundation of everything we produce. Our menus offer traditional Italian dishes alongside Head Chef Guini’s daily specials and smaller dishes for the little ones.

Top review
David
Dined 5 days ago
Great food, lovely atmosphere and very attentive staff and service. Will definitely visit again soon.
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4.3
4.3 (1016)
£25 and under
British
Penrith
About the restaurant
This wonderful inn is located in the centre of the pretty little village of Pooley Bridge, only moments from the edge of Ullswater Lake. Our spacious, traditional bar features open fires, free WIFI and a relaxing ambiance, which welcomes both dogs and children. On warmer days, enjoy our pleasant outside tables both in our beautiful front garden, and the peace of the Stable Courtyard away from the village bustle. Call us or pop in and say hello!
Top review
Rachael
Dined 2 days ago
Another great meal at Pooley Bridge Inn. The table was easy to book with availability on the day we wanted. All staff were very friendly and were very attentive to our dog! Great selection of meals on the menu which were prepared promptly and tasted great
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4.7
4.7 (2189)
£26 to £40
British
Grange-Over-Sands
About the restaurant
The Cavendish Arms in Cartmel
Please note we cannot guarantee specific tables when booking on line or at busy times.
The Cavendish Arms in Cartmel, is a 550 year old Coaching inn set in the heart of Cartmel. With Simon Rogan and his famous Lenclume restaurant we have some very high standards to maintain. Our food is fresh and sourced locally to ensure the freshest ingredients are on your plate at all times. Our menu changes often and is always being developed by our very talented Head Chef and his team. Along with a great food offering, we are challenging boundaries with our selection of gins, whiskeys and many more superior spirits, we always try to have an alternative rather than using main stream brands behind the bar, ensuring our guests receive the best possible value for money we can provide whilst experiencing a better than expected product. In short our aim is to make sure you leave having had a memorable time and wearing a huge smile

Top review
Andy
Dined 3 days ago
Everything perfect Service is always outstanding
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4.5
4.5 (50)
£26 to £40
Contemporary British
Windermere
About the restaurant
Tucked just off Lake Windermere, this Easy Breeze are award winning bar and restaurant is your go-to for sunshine catch-ups, cheeky cocktails, and family hangouts in authentic lakeland designed interior or our al fresco garden.

Our Show Bar brings the buzz- live music, big screen sports, and a judgement-free dancefloor.

Fancy something more laid-back? The Back Bar has après-ski vibes, a pool table, and feel-good food made with fresh, local ingredients.

Celebrating? Date night? Just craving something a little fancy? Our à la carte menu, crafted by a triple-rosette chef, Scott Young, delivering seasonal dishes and international cuisine from our eternally favourite Korean Bao Buns and Breeze Burger through to our mouth watering Chateaubriand sharer. Oh and don’t miss our Sunday roast. It’s a proper treat!

Whatever the mood - food, drinks, dancing, or downtime- The Breeze brings it.

Great food. Great drinks. Great times.

Top review
tracey
Dined on Jun 3, 2026
Customer service was great polite and friendly staff, food was great, lovely and cozy inside to.
A photo of The Cottage in the Wood restaurant
4.8
4.8 (108)
£41 and over
Modern European
Keswick
About the restaurant
Perched 1,000ft up in the Whinlatter Forest above Keswick in the northern Lake District, The Cottage in the Wood is a unique Michelin Star Restaurant with Rooms combining Jack Bond’s creative cooking, boutique-style rooms, friendly service and a warm welcome in a stunning natural setting.

Online reservations are available for parties of 1–4 guests.
Bookings for 5-6 guests require a deposit, please contact us directly to make this reservation.
Phone: 017687-78409
Email: Info@thecottageinthewood.co.uk

We very much look forward to welcoming you to ‘The Cottage’
Beth, Jack & The Team at The Cottage in the Wood

Top review
Roy
Dined 3 days ago
About the best meal and overnight stay we have ever had. Fantastic 👍🏽
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4.6
4.6 (128)
£25 and under
Greek
Windermere
About the restaurant
Family run small restaurant offering homemade greek dishes,grill and lovely cocktails
Top review
Tom
Dined 2 days ago
Another fantastic meal at Opa with fantastic cocktails
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4.5
4.5 (491)
£25 and under
British
Keswick
About the restaurant
Keswick is one of the most scenic parts of the Lake District – which in itself is up there with the most scenic parts of the United Kingdom – and in the very heart of the town, you can find Merienda on the Main Street, whose food is about as beautiful as the surroundings. We offer wholesome, uncomplicated food in a homely ambience, and you can enjoy it any time of day, from a quality morning pick-me-up (We are serious about coffee and use quality Merienda's exclusive espresso blend from Darkhouse Coffee Roasters, Keswick) and hearty breakfast, to a range of delicious cakes and filling sandwiches, to a scintillating evening dinner menu accompanied by a range of fine wines and quality beers. Fresh, seasonal ingredients are the focus of a menu filled with British classics and dishes inspired from around the world – reserve a table and head on down.
Top review
DeannaGold
Dined 2 days ago
Food was fantastic and service was even better. We completely enjoyed our evening.
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4.6
4.6 (783)
£25 and under
British
Keswick
About the restaurant
Located in the centre of Braithwaite village, within the Holiday Property Bond Hotel, Ivy House Restaurant offers its guests contemporary Cumbrian classics, in a breathtaking Lake District setting.

From succulent Cumbrian classics to modern European delicacies – the team have designed their daily changing menu to delight and inspire.

Just 2 and a half miles from Keswick and 10 minutes from Bassenthwaite Lake- the elegant restaurant and peaceful village of Braithwaite, is the perfect location for a relaxing evening meal out, after a exhilarating day in the Lakeland Fells.

We apologise as we are not pet friendly. But our sister restaurant Merienda in Keswick www.merienda.co.uk is pet friendly.

Top review
Joanne
Dined on Jun 6, 2026
Beautifully cooked lamb and delicious bits to accompany.
A photo of Rickerby Retreat restaurant
4.6
4.6 (360)
£25 and under
Bistro
Carlisle
About the restaurant
Rickerby Bistro offers a stylish dining experience with a rooftop terrace, serving brunch, light lunches, and Afternoon Tea. Located in Rickerby Park in the heart of Carlisle, we also feature an on-site spa with ESPA treatments, CND nails, Lycon waxing, and a swimming pool. We also cater for private hire, including baby showers and hen celebrations gatherings.
Top review
Lesley
Dined on May 29, 2026
We had a fabulous birthday brunch experience at Rickerby Retreat. Such a beautiful setting, the staff, as always, are superb and the food fabulous
A photo of Duke of Cumberland restaurant
4.6
4.6 (7)
£25 and under
Pub
Kendal
About the restaurant
Set in the heart of Kendal, The Duke of Cumberland is perfectly placed for both locals and visitors, with the Lake District right on our doorstep and easy access from the town centre. Whether you're exploring the surrounding countryside or stopping by after a day out in Kendal, we're a relaxed and welcoming spot to call into, alongside your four legged friends too.
Top review
Christine
Dined on Jun 6, 2026
Absolutely our favourite place to eat on our monthly catch ups with my friend. We had the rump steak And bacon and cheeseburger. The whole meal was delicious. Definitely recommend. Also the sticky pudding was great.
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