The Muddled Olive in Carlisle

We have been to this restaurant at least three tines a year, because we like to go to others for a change but I can honestly say the food and the service is absolutely amazing just going to book for our first night of the year. By the way I'm gluten free and I miss out on nothing.

Great food, friendly staff, and a nice atmosphere

Great tasting pizza and garlic bread.

Very busy night when we visited which is why we didn't complain on the night. It's not that there was anything wrong with the food...it was just underwhelming on this occasion. My Salmon penne had about 4 teeny pieces of salmon in it which meant the flavour was lost in the cream. My friend ordered Arrabiata and her portion was tiny compared to everyone else's. We waited 25 mins for the waiting staff to notice we had finished and clear the dirty dishes. Even then they only cleared them because my friend went to the counter to ask for the bill. Such a shame as it's usually lovely in here. Can only put it down to them being busy. Will probably go back to try again when they aren't so busy.

Dined at restaurant with friends my husband wanted to visit the restaurant because he remembers the restaurant from English dam side, we were all delighted with the general ambiance, service and above all the food, which we feel very authentic Italian, we really appreciated not being rushed felt very relaxed chatting to our friends between courses and enjoying the lovely wine, have no hesitation in recommending this restaurant and will definite visit next time we visit Carlisle. Thank you to the staff great service and warm welcome.