Location: Grasmere
Top Restaurants in Grasmere
Best British food near Grasmere, England, United Kingdom
Find out what British restaurants to try in Grasmere. Grasmere is a village and tourist destination in the centre of the English Lake District. It takes its name from the adjacent lake, and has associations with the Lake Poets. The poet William Wordsworth, who lived in Grasmere for 14 years, described it as "the loveliest spot that man hath ever found."
Things to do in Grasmere
10. Traveller's Rest Grasmere
Overall Ratings
4 based on 484 reviews
This is already listed as an Inn/B&B but I want to write a review for the food only, as I just had a meal there.
Reviewed By Dizzytrout
Visited here for a meal while on a family holiday. My mother in law wanted to eat here as she had stayed here on her honeymoon back in the 60s! Lovely staff and atmosphere but sadly let down by the food. Everything was overcooked and it looked like the mussels we had for starters had evaporated, they were the size of peas. Cumberland sausage was overcooked and dry . I had one a couple of days before at another pub and that was cooked to perfection . Such a nice pub and good reviews so maybe we visited when the chef had a bad day !!!Hi Dizzytrout,Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts about your time spent with us. It is amazing to know they spent their honeymoon here all that time ago! It is a shame to see you were disappointed with the meal though. As you say, we do normally get good reviews which makes me think it is a case of a one-off bad day. I will be mentioning your comments to the Chef and his team though to ensure they know that standards need to still be met.If you would like to discuss anything further, please feel free to email me at [email protected] regards,Jess
9. Grasmere Tea Gardens
Overall Ratings
4 based on 405 reviews
The Grasmere Tea Gardens provides a lovely respite after a long walk up the fells, or a quick enjoyable stop over for diverse coach parties. We offer an array of homemade soups, sandwiches, paninis, chilli, and jacket potatoes, as well as home baked cakes
Reviewed By 491debl
We enjoyed a lovely cup of coffee relaxing on the terrace next to the River Rothay which runs through the village of Grasmere and overlooking the churchyard where William Wordsworth is buried. Grasmere is a very popular village with tourists and this cafe gets very busy indeed. However, the staff were doing a magnificent job of keeping the queue moving and tables cleared. There are toilets, but be prepared to wait!
8. Goody Blake's
Overall Ratings
4 based on 291 reviews
All our skillets are cooked fresh to order and all desserts are homemade. Skillets can be adapted for those with special dietary requirements. The restaurant takes bookings for evenings only. We are ideal for romantic and special occasion evening meals an
Reviewed By sjhr1211
Having just completed quite a long walk, we were in need of sustenance, and we stumbled upon Goody Blakeâs. Not much to look at from the outside, but what a menu, and what a welcome. Service was excellent and the chef spoke to most customers making sure that the food they had was to their liking and satisfaction. Prices were very reasonable, the premises spotlessly clean, portions were generous and, importantly, the food was excellent. Highly recommended.
7. Heidi's of Grasmere
Overall Ratings
4 based on 411 reviews
A charming, fully licensed cafe in the heart of the picturesque village of Grasmere. All ingredients are locally sourced and our delicious cakes are a speciality. We stock a great selection of locally brewed ales. A warm welcome awaits. We are also dog fr
Reviewed By Northumberlandscout
I would certainly prefer that staff serving food refrained from stoking dogs visiting the premises. I am sure the staff will go and wash their hands afterwards but whilst I like the personal engagement I think the action can give rise to a negative feeling.
6. Lewis's
Overall Ratings
4 based on 900 reviews
Reviewed By robert p
Lewis's is an unpretentious and rather bare space but a table near the window provides a pleasant view out onto the fields towards Helm Crag. Service is good and the cooking is reliable with copious portions. A straightforward menu with many of the familiar dishes that you see around the gastro-pub/bistro circuit. Nice wine list at reasonable prices. A very safe bet for an evening meal.
5. Greens Cafe & Bistro
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1001 reviews
Friendly local cafe and bistro specialising in home cooked meals and home baked cakes. Wide range of special diets catered for including gluten free, dairy free, vegetarian, vegan and meat lovers too!
Reviewed By Ciclismo
Wow this is a classy cafe and bistro. The food is homemade, ingredients are the best, just perfect. Itâs difficult to choose what to eat as you could eat everything. Service is excellent. I highly recommend this cafe. Karen is also available for outside catering also at your rented accommodation.
4. Forest Side
Overall Ratings
4 based on 326 reviews
Reviewed By 200genevievel
Loved loved loved the decor in each room (in fact am taking little notes on the decor in each room as inspiration for my next house), we were an hour early and the wait staff was exceptional in making us comfortable and rested with an early dinner drinks.The Restuarant itself is contemporary yet with warm natural wood accents with a view through the glass balcony doors to the garden. We had the tasting menu and it was extraordinary, loved the flavors and beautiful plating for each.
3. The Grasmere Hotel Restaurant
Overall Ratings
5 based on 359 reviews
Reviewed By Barrowangel
Being let down by the neighbouring hotel (sadly closing down their restaurant before we arrived) we were so happy to secure 3 evening meals in this beautiful hotel. We were treated to a plethora of the most amazing food, the fresh scallops were particularly scrumptious, completely off the scale! Thanks to Nicki, Bex, and especially Charlotte, we were made to feel very welcome and at home, nothing was too much trouble, and they even sang to me & produced a cake on my Birthday..it was wonderful! I can't think of a better place to eat, it's great value for money and the quality of food & service is second to none. To make it perfect, next year I hope we'll be able to stay in the Grasmere Hotel too and enjoy the complete experience! Five*
2. Rothay Manor Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 221 reviews
The Restaurant at Rothay Manor has a long standing reputation for excellent food and wine. With 3 AA rosettes we offer modern fine dining cuisine served with flair and imagination. Our candlelight restaurant is open for Dinner everyday offering a 2 and 3
Reviewed By YorkshireManinblack
Excellent food in a lovely old building with nice grounds. Plenty of dining options, from a la carte, vegetarian to different tasting menus. The service was friendly and enthusiastic but not quite on the ball and we waited quite a long time between courses but it was a busy saturday evening. Overall I can highly recommend and will definitely return
1. The Gaddum
Overall Ratings
4 based on 62 reviews
Set in the very heart of the Lake District at the beautiful 19th-century Brockhole House, The Gaddum Restaurant is renowned for amazing seasonal lunches and the best afternoon tea in the Lake District. Think attentively created locally inspired dishes, th
Reviewed By Alan0806
The Gaddum is situated in the main building at the Brockhole National Park Visitors Centre. At the moment they are only open from 1100-1600 which is a shame as the menu seems to be more aimed towards fine dining and not the usual lunch menu you will find in the majority of Lake District restaurants. Unfortunately my wife and I were the only customers which is a shame as the food was excellent and very reasonably priced. My had a main course and a desert each plus drinks and it was just over £50. My wife had Bream Blackened cauliflower, pickled cauliflower, capers, seaweed. Followed by Banana ParfaitBanana jam, elderflower, summer berries, caramel .I had the Pan Roasted Duck BreastCrispy figs, fig & liquorice puree, Roscoff onion followed by the Brockholeâs Moss Covered WallDark chocolate creÌmeux, pistachio, caramelised white chocolate .If we had been to a high end restaurant anywhere in the Lakes in the evening and eaten this meal we would have been more than happy and would happily have paid twice the amount.I hope that the Gaddum becomes a success as the setting, service and food are wonderful.
