Top Places To Eat
Discover amazing places to eat in the Lake District during your stay with us at
Windermere Lake Houses
The Lake District has a real mix of Eateries, here is a selection.
Places to eat:
Afternoon tea and cocktails
Fizzy Tarte for Afternoon Tea or Cocktails
In case the rain took you by surprise during the promenade around St Martin's Church, stop by this bar. Being at Country Hut, degust nicely cooked meat platters, sandwiches and duck. Most guests recommend trying tasty Scones, apple crumble and brownies. It's a must to taste delicious lager, mulled wine or Mojitos when coming to this place. Order the great latte, tea or hot chocolate served here.
The Country Hut
An easy amble from the shores of England’s largest lake Windermere, this classic inn has sweeping views above the jolly bustle of the village below. Take a seat in our large pub garden and drink in the sights over the lake and Claife Heights to the Langdale Pikes beyond.
The Angel Inn
Hand picked selection of the food we love from the best streets, stalls and bars from our travels. Enjoy our unique family friendly atmosphere whether you’re after a quick lunch or dinner, or you’re just down for some seriously good cocktails with friends, step inside...Enjoy our timeless playlists and LIVE music on weekends.
Easy Breeze
West View Restaurant offers a selection of modernised oriental cuisine – including Chinese, Japanese and Korean – as well as western cuisine such as full English breakfasts.
The West View
Enjoy a coffee, light lunch or something a little more substantial as you unwind with a drink overlooking the boats on Windermere Marina.
Why not join us for simply great fresh food and fine wine in a contemporary, relaxed and welcoming setting.
The Boathouse
Friendly and Informal Dining and Drinks in the centre of Windermere Village.
Serving freshly prepared dishes every day, as well as draught beers, world wines, barista coffees, hot and cold drinks.
The Tilly Bar & Kitchen
In a prime location on a cosmopolitan cobbled street in the heart of the tourist town of Bowness-on-Windermere, Porto is just a short 5-minute stroll from Windermere, England’s longest lake. Sail around the lake’s many islands before sharing some small plates and cocktails on our rooftop sun terrace.
Porto
Contemporary Asian Cuisine fusing traditional flavours with modern cooking methods.
Mizumi
House of Siam
We provide Fine-Dining against an expansive lake view at The Samling Hotel – one of the most memorable dining experiences to be had in the Lake District. In response to the dramatic landscape we sit in.
The Samling
Urban Food House is a charming bistro nestled in the heart of Bowness-on-Windermere, where culinary excellence meets a cosy ambiance.
It's a small yet vibrant restaurant is dedicated to redefining the brunch experience and bringing together the best of bistro classics from around the world.
Urban Food House
seafood and fish restaurant nestled in the heart of Windermere, Cumbria.
An intimate dining destination offers the freshest catches of the day, sourced directly from local suppliers, ensuring a unique and tantalizing experience for seafood enthusiasts.
Hooked
Former Marco Pierre White Chef Jason Turner and his amazing wife Yui an internationally trained catering manager, offering Italian and international cuisine.
San Pietro
Good, easy going Italian opposite the Cinema in Bowness
Rastelli’s
If you feel you would like to go a little further afield then these are the alternatives, but would need a car / taxi.
This food is excellent and a place for a celebration. Close but possibly a taxi ride away.
Henrock
Former Marco Pierre White Chef Jason Turner and his amazing wife Yui an internationally trained catering manager, offering Italian and international cuisine.
Gilpin Spice
Good, easy going Italian opposite the Cinema in Bowness
Storrs Hall
The Wild Boar's grill and smokehouse is a popular stop for Windermere locals and visitors alike. Oak beamed and cosy by candlelight, the restaurant embraces a passion for tradition and excellence.
The Wild Boar
Seasonally inspired, classic British and French menu with local, Lake District ingredients. Most famous dishes include our Twice Baked Lancashire Cheese Soufflé, Creedy Carver Duck Breast and Lemon Tart with Damson Sorbet.
The Punch Bowl
All our dishes are homemade and we love to use local farmers and Artisans in our county for our produce, as we believe that our fabulous local producers are as passionate about what they do as we are…
Jumble Room, Grasmere
Located in the charming, picturesque hamlet of Bowland Bridge, The Hare & Hounds Inn is the quintessential British country pub with a modern point of view. Only three miles from Lake Windermere.
The Hare & Hounds, Bowland Bridge
We have a beautiful cosy restaurant or you can enjoy the whole menu in the more casual bar area. For the alfresco diner, we have a terrace and garden as well as a separate play-ground where our younger visitors can enjoy themselves.
Brown Horse at Winster
Michelin Star ⭐️ Restaurants
A Michelin starred restaurant in Ambleside, he heart of The Lake District. Open Wednesday to Sunday for evening meals.
Lake Road Kitchen, Ambleside
Overseen by Executive Chef, Ollie Bridgwater (formerly of Heston Blumenthal’s three Michelin Star ‘Fat Duck’). SOURCE at Gilpin Hotel combines exquisite produce, distinct flavours, seasonality, sustainability, and precision, together with exceptional service, to create a fun, fine dining experience.
Source at The Gilpin Hotel
Welcome to Rogan & Co, Simon Rogan’s Michelin-starred neighbourhood restaurant in the heart of Cartmel village.
Rogan & Co.
Artful combination of interesting and unusual flavours stemming from his love of the countryside and the fabulous ingredients with which we are blessed in Cumbria, will provide you with an unrivalled experience to excite and tantalise your taste buds and senses.
The Forrest Side
A relaxed dining experience at The Samling Hotel overlooking Lake Windermere. Fresh, seasonal ingredients have been brought together for your enjoyment. Various dining experiences available.
The Samling
Chef Kevin Tickle will be the man behind the stoves at Heft, High Newton. Cumbrian born Kevin grew up on the Furness Peninsula on the county’s Irish Sea coast, where he enjoyed a rural childhood, exploring the countryside, hunting, and fishing from an early age.
Heft
Food Inspired By Cumbria Heritage - People - Landscape
Old Stamp House
Make Memories to Last a Lifetime
Not only will you be treated to stunning views of the lake and its surroundings, but the location of the property is unbeatable, placing you in the heart of Windermere’s best attractions and amenities.
Bowness is a 10 minute walk or a 2 minute drive. Bowness-on-Windermere is a major tourist destination with easy access to spectacular Lake District scenery and attractions via car, bus, and ferry.
Guests can request information about local tourist attractions or quieter, remote beauty spots. In addition to the Lake District attractions, Bowness boasts excellent dining and drinking options. For evening meals, we highly recommend pre-booking restaurants to avoid disappointment.