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From down-to-earth dining to venues with a touch of luxury, the Western Lake District and coast boasts a plentiful selection of eateries to suit all tastes. Whether fish and chips on the beach, an ice cream on the prom, or a cosy cafe in the Lakes, you'll never go hungry.
Refuel with hearty dishes in friendly local pubs and inns - many even allow your four-legged friends to join in the fun, so if you’re looking for a dog-friendly place to eat in Cumbria, you’ve come to the right place. Wash it down with a local ale or gin, brewed at an independent microbrewery or distillery. There are some fantastic restaurants to choose from, making the most of ingredients sourced from within the area.
Recharge after a hike along the coast or up a mountain with a visit to one of the area's many welcoming cafes and tearooms. Whether it’s a cosy haven tucked away in the corner of a tiny village, or right in the heart of a bustling town centre, it’s the perfect chance to enjoy a brew and a slice of home-made cake.
Follow Cumbria’s spice trail from the bustling harbour at Whitehaven where spices were traditionally imported into the region and used as ingredients in our famous local delicacies such as Cumberland sausage, Rum Nicky and Grasmere Gingerbread®.
Add one of the area's food and drink events to your calendar: from agricultural shows and farmers' markets to the popular Taste Cumbria food festivals, there's plenty of choice.
Designed by award-winning Scottish Architects, Silecroft Beach Café on Silecroft Beach offers an…
Our Michelin Star restaurant offers a delicious tasting menu, created by Chef Jack Bond using the…
The family-owned café offers a welcoming atmosphere with hearty portions, delicious pies, and a…
Guests at Armathwaite Hall Hotel and Spa can enjoy a full afternoon tea service from 12:30pm-5pm.…
Originally an 18th Century Lakeland farm house, Embleton Spa Hotel is a relaxed, informal hotel…
Newly refurbished friendly pub, now serving food, welcoming locals and tourists.
Built in the 18th century, The Strands Inn is a traditional Lake District pub in the beautiful…
Enjoy delicious meals and afternoon teas in our restaurant, The Conservatory at the Melbreak. Open…
Country pub located in the heart of Bassenthwaite Village. Large beer garden with views of Skiddaw.…
Ravens Nest is a specialist tea, coffee, and cocktail bar. It’s a fun, friendly venue, with…
Set in Loweswater village between Loweswater lake and Crummock water. Rural setting with…
We are an independent cafe situated at the ground floor of the Beacon museum
Connoisseurs of fine cuisine will find much to appreciate at Armathwaite Hall Hotel and Spa. Chef…
The Ship Hotel is a 17th century coaching inn. Centre of a village community, in a pleasant seaside…
The Coffee Kitchen Bakery produces quality bread and baked goods from their Bakery in Market Place,…
Express Bar & Lounge serving International cuisine, ranging from pizza, pasta, burgers, sandwiches…
The romantic ambience and art-deco features of the stunning train carriages make this a truly…
Moresby Hall is an historic Grade 1 listed building offering fantastic food and accommodation on…
A charming seaside tearoom serving tasty food and drinks, decorated throughout with vintage…
"Cafe Ambio at Whinlatter Forest is set in the beautiful location of Whinlatter Forest, nestled in…
Unspoiled traditional inn with every modern comfort in understated luxury.
The Orient Express Afternoon Tea at Bassenthwaite Lake Station and Carriage Cafe offers a unique…
A traditional tearoom and gift shop serving breakfast, lunch, coffee, cakes and afternoon teas. Our…
Our family has proudly run Frasers Fish & Chip Shop in Egremont since 2002, but our history within…
You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.
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Bassenthwaite
Country pub located in the heart of Bassenthwaite Village. Large beer garden with views of Skiddaw. Serving excellent food and real ales. Dog friendly. Awarded CAMRA Summer Pub of the Season 2023.
Marine Rd, Maryport
The family-owned café offers a welcoming atmosphere with hearty portions, delicious pies, and a famed Cumbrian breakfast. Enjoy filling lunches and sneaky treats with cosy indoor and outdoor seating.
Whitehaven
We are an independent cafe situated at the ground floor of the Beacon museum
Whitehaven
Moresby Hall is an historic Grade 1 listed building offering fantastic food and accommodation on the outskirts of Whitehaven.
Cockermouth
Originally an 18th Century Lakeland farm house, Embleton Spa Hotel is a relaxed, informal hotel with bar, restaurant and delightful en-suite rooms and apartments.
Nr Holmrook
A traditional tearoom and gift shop serving breakfast, lunch, coffee, cakes and afternoon teas. Our gift shop stocks a range of cards, artwork, jewellery, books, candles, jams, chutneys and giftware.
Cockermouth
Freshly made food and drinks served in comfortable and relaxed surroundings.
Seascale
You’ll find this delightful café & farm shop beside the River Irt in the beautiful Wasdale valley – look out for the working waterwheel and millrace running through the heart of this fantastic venue.
Egremont
Our family has proudly run Frasers Fish & Chip Shop in Egremont since 2002, but our history within the industry goes back more than 40 years.
Maryport
Portobello brings simple, delicious wood-fired dishes to West Cumbria, where life is good anyway. It’s even better on wood...
Seascale
Built in the 18th century, The Strands Inn is a traditional Lake District pub in the beautiful Wasdale Valley.
Marine Rd, Maryport
Quaint little coffee and ice cream house selling local handmade ice cream coffee and cakes. Also, we serve our delicious coffee and hot chocolate which is supplied by a local company.
Allonby
The Ship Hotel is a 17th century coaching inn. Centre of a village community, in a pleasant seaside holiday village overlooking the Solway Firth and across the road from a big play park.
Seascale
Award winning Fish and Chips by the sea including licensed restaurant.
Cockermouth
The Coffee Kitchen Bakery produces quality bread and baked goods from their Bakery in Market Place, Cockermouth. You can also find them at the Keswick market.
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