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Cumbria · Best Restaurants · Curated · Updated 2026
Best Restaurants in Cumbria
Discover the best restaurants in Cumbria. Find inspiration for your trip with our curated list of top-rated spots, local favorites, and hidden gems.
The 10 best restaurants in Cumbria
Porto Restaurant
Modern British dining with seasonal Lake District flavors in a welcoming, cozy setting just minutes from Lake Windermere.
3 Ash Street, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere LA23 3EB
Drunken Duck Inn & Barngates Brewery
A charming Lake District inn blending hearty cuisine, on-site brewed ales, and cozy accommodation in a rustic country setting.
Barngates, Ambleside LA22 0NG
The Flying Pig Pub
Experience hearty Lakeland hospitality and classic English fare in the welcoming atmosphere of The Flying Pig Pub, Bowness-on-Windermere.
Rayrigg Rd, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere LA23 3BZ
Dodds Restaurant
Authentic Italian and modern European cuisine served with warmth in the heart of Ambleside’s scenic Lake District.
Rydal Rd, Ambleside LA22 9AN
The Old Stamp House Restaurant
Experience a Michelin-starred culinary journey through Cumbria’s rich heritage in the historic heart of Ambleside.
Old Stamp House, The, Church St, Ambleside LA22 0BU
The Punch Bowl Inn, Crosthwaite
Historic country inn in Lyth Valley offering acclaimed local cuisine, cozy boutique rooms, and timeless Lake District charm.
Punch Bowl Inn Crosthwaite Lyth Valley, Kendal LA8 8HR
Lucy's on a plate
A vibrant English bistro in Ambleside blending local flavors with eclectic style and a welcoming atmosphere.
Church St, Ambleside LA22 0BU
Thin White Duke
Vibrant restaurant and bar in Carlisle serving inventive dishes with local flair in a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
1 Devonshire St, Carlisle CA3 8LG
1863 Restaurant with Rooms
Elegant boutique lodging and Michelin-level modern British dining in the heart of Pooley Bridge, overlooking Ullswater’s serene beauty.
Elm House, High St, Pooley Bridge, Penrith CA10 2NH
The Jumble Room
Vibrant bohemian restaurant in Grasmere serving creative international dishes with local Cumbrian produce in a lively, eclectic setting.
Langdale Rd, Grasmere, Ambleside LA22 9SU
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