The best restaurants in Ambleside and Grasmere South Lakeland North West

The veggie breakfast was gorgeous. Service was incredibly friendly and food was delivered quickly. I had the halloumi and avocado on sourdough toast and it was lush. Several offers to refill our teapot were much appreciated. We will revisit the next time we are in the area.

Pies looked delicious, never got to try them as they didn’t take cash .

Excellent food in a relaxed atmosphere

Auradaze was an incredible restaurant. Darren and Laura just amazing hosts. The food was incredible and a great selection! The atmosphere was so homely. We couldn’t have asked for a better meal. Thank you very much!

Great service, great food, great experience

Disgusting place, do not bother with this place, the So called Lady of the house is rude arrogant and does not help, avoid at all cost.

Delicious veggie food - really good depth of flavour - well presented and pleasantly served.

A lovely, relaxed atmosphere. Fabulous food, beautifully presented, that was both creative and tasty. A delightful experience.

Amazing chai latte that tastes like melted ice cream!

Amazing location,beautiful views in every direction. Host was great. Bath/shower in apartment both excellent. Location basically in the heart of Grasmere but also secluded and quiet. Excellent Value for money. Highly recommended 👌

Lovely hotel and spa with great views and easy walking distance to centre of Grasmere and surrounding area. The food is very good but expensive for dinner if on a budget. Free use of the Spa was a good touch, especially after a day of hill walking. Would definitely stay again.

Amazing real bar with great service

Really friendly staff in a lovely dog friendly environment. The food was delicious and at reasonable price we will be back.

The Yan recently hosted us for a photoshoot for Go Outdoors, the team were incredibly helpful and welcoming, and patient with us with all our crew and vehicles. The setting of The Yan is stunning, you feel immersed in nature, but also close to Grasmere and Ambleside for exploring. The catering which the team provided was wonderful also. Thank you so much to the team at The Yan.

I have been going to the Lake District for more years than I care to remember. Invariably staying in Ambleside. A friend recommended Mathews Bistro to me on my latest trip with my family. In the past I have walked past without a second glance. Silly me! My family and I had a great evening. The food was really good well prepared and decent portions. I thought it was going to be fairly standard English fare but I was wrong. A number of dishes had continental and Asian influences. The waiting staff were friendly and helpful. I will certainly be going there on my next trip. Thank you Mathews for a great evening.