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1. Rickerby Retreat
4.5
Awesome(380)
$$$$
• Bistro • Carlisle
Booked 6 times today
Rickerby Bistro offers a stylish dining experience with a rooftop terrace, serving brunch, light lunches, and Afternoon Tea. Located in Rickerby Park in the heart of Carlisle, we also feature an on-site spa with ESPA treatments, CND nails, Lycon waxing, and a swimming pool. We also cater for private hire, including baby showers and hen celebrations gatherings.
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2. Casa Bella
new
4.3
Awesome(164)
$$$$
• Italian • Keswick
Booked 25 times today
Casa Bella is very much a family run restaurant led by husband & wife team George and Meera. They are well known on the local culinary scene, having two other restaurants in the local area - Merienda Keswick and the French inspired Ivy House in Braithwaite and the indian street food Bagheera in the Lakes Homemade and local are themes that run throughout everything we make, with local flavour and authentic taste the foundation of everything we produce. Our menus offer traditional Italian dishes alongside Head Chef Guini’s daily specials and smaller dishes for the little ones.
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3. Pooley bridge inn
4.4
Awesome(1065)
$$$$
• British • Penrith
Booked 12 times today
This wonderful inn is located in the centre of the pretty little village of Pooley Bridge, only moments from the edge of Ullswater Lake. Our spacious, traditional bar features open fires, free WIFI and a relaxing ambiance, which welcomes both dogs and children. On warmer days, enjoy our pleasant outside tables both in our beautiful front garden, and the peace of the Stable Courtyard away from the village bustle. Call us or pop in and say hello!
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4. The Woodmans Arms
4.4
Awesome(3556)
$$$$
• British • Newcastle upon Tyne
Booked 23 times today
The Woodmans Arms is a beautiful ‘country feel’ pub and dining room situated within the village of Whickham, at the top of the hill, hidden amongst rows of spectacular trees. We are more than just a venue, we are a destination worth travelling to serving classic comforting food made with love, served in cosy surroundings overlooking the most amazing views of the North East.We are the proud winner of the Newcastle Chronicle’s Eddy Eats’ pub of the year for character, quality, service and value. UK top 3 in the Seafish National Fish and Chip awards 2019 and Diners’ choice award for best ambience. Best British Pub Pie winner for 2020.We support our local farmers, and work closely with a number of local suppliers to ensure the very best fresh produce. All our food is cooked freshly to order so whether it be a bar snack, light bite, leisurely lunch, evening meal or Sunday Roast it is safe to say that you will in safe hands.
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5. The Maltings Coffee Shop
new
4.8
Exceptional(284)
$$$$
• Café • Dumfries
Booked 1 time today
Please use the 'Experience' function on OpenTable or call us here at the distillery to book an afternoon tea on 01461207817. Alternatively, please email Ashley on A.Shannon@annandaledistillery.com. We do not accept orders for Afternoon Tea without prior notice. Dogs are welcome, so much so we now have a dog menu! (though we regret they cannot accompany their humans on tours). We serve the best Scottish food, wine, craft beers, ciders and of course our own Single Cask Single Malt Whisky made here on-site. Please as staff for details. If your group is larger than 12 people please email Zoey on Z.Darnbourgh@annandaledistillery.com or call the distillery directly and we will help make arrangements for you to join us.
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6. The Cottage in the Wood
4.9
Exceptional(226)
$$$$
• Modern European • Keswick
Booked 6 times today
Perched 1,000ft up in the Whinlatter Forest above Keswick in the northern Lake District, The Cottage in the Wood is a unique Michelin Star Restaurant with Rooms combining Jack Bond’s creative cooking, boutique-style rooms, friendly service and a warm welcome in a stunning natural setting.Online reservations are available for parties of 1–4 guests.Bookings for 5-6 guests require a deposit, please contact us directly to make this reservation. Phone: 017687-78409Email: Info@thecottageinthewood.co.ukWe very much look forward to welcoming you to ‘The Cottage’Beth, Jack & The Team at The Cottage in the Wood
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7. Merienda
4.5
Awesome(528)
$$$$
• British • Keswick
Booked 1 time today
Keswick is one of the most scenic parts of the Lake District – which in itself is up there with the most scenic parts of the United Kingdom – and in the very heart of the town, you can find Merienda on the Main Street, whose food is about as beautiful as the surroundings. We offer wholesome, uncomplicated food in a homely ambience, and you can enjoy it any time of day, from a quality morning pick-me-up (We are serious about coffee and use quality Merienda's exclusive espresso blend from Darkhouse Coffee Roasters, Keswick) and hearty breakfast, to a range of delicious cakes and filling sandwiches, to a scintillating evening dinner menu accompanied by a range of fine wines and quality beers. Fresh, seasonal ingredients are the focus of a menu filled with British classics and dishes inspired from around the world – reserve a table and head on down.
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8. Bagheera in The Lakes
4.7
Exceptional(33)
$$$$
• Café • Keswick
Booked 13 times today
OUR STORYBagheera was born from a love of two places that feel very much like home – the mountains and lakes of South India and the fells and lakes of Cumbria.For years, we have welcomed locals and visitors to Keswick through their restaurants, sharing their passion for good food, warm hospitality and memorable experiences. With Bagheera, we wanted to create something different – a place where the vibrant flavours of South India meet the relaxed charm of the Lake District.Our breakfast menu is inspired by the cafés, homes and street food stalls of South India and Keswick . Every recipe has been thoughtfully adapted for Keswick, using quality local ingredients and aromatic South Indian spices that are rich in flavour, not heat.Whether you're setting off for a day on the fells, exploring the town, or simply enjoying a leisurely brunch with friends, we hope you'll discover something new and delicious.From our family to yours, welcome to Bagheera.George & Meera
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9. Bouchon Bistrot - Hexham
4.8
Exceptional(3210)
$$$$
• French • Newcastle upon Tyne
Booked 13 times today
Winner of the Best European Restaurant honour at the North East Restaurant Awards and conveniently situated in the centre of Hexham on Gilesgate, Bouchon Bistrot serves straightforward country style French cuisine, including daily specials in the evening. Born in the Loire Valley and having plenty of experience from working in Michelin starred restaurants throughout France, the owner of Bouchon Bistrot is an expert when it comes to traditional country cooking in France.
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10. Whitbarrow Village
4.1
Excellent(119)
$$$$
• British • Troutbeck
Booked 2 times today
The Fellstone at Whitbarrow is a place to slow down and settle in, inspired by the timeless beauty of the Lake District fells and mountains that surround us.Whether you’re returning from a windswept walk or easing into a relaxed evening with friends, The Fellstone invites you to linger. Order casually at the bar, sink into a comfortable seat, and enjoy laid-back bistro-style dining in an atmosphere that feels effortlessly relaxed and reassuringly familiar.Well-behaved dogs are welcome in the bar and lounge, complete with treats and water bowls, so everyone can feel at home.In time, The Fellstone will evolve into a refined country dining destination, but its heart will always remain the same — a cosy gathering place shaped by the landscape, designed for comfort, connection, and quiet moments well spent.

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