Top Restaurants in Keswick
England, United Kingdom Food Guide: 10 Pub food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Keswick
Discover Restaurants offering the best Pub food in Keswick, England, United Kingdom. The star attractions of the area around Keswick are of course the Skiddaw Mountains and beautiful Derwentwater. Sports enthusiasts should plan their holiday for the month of May to take part in the Keswick Mountain Festival. If you are not a climber, you can enjoy the public parks, swimming pools and gardens of Keswick. For evening entertainment try the Theatre by the Lake or the cinema. Keswick has a superb choice of eateries that cater to all tastes.
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10. The Bistro at The Pheasant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 336 reviews
For a less formal occasion or an impromptu lunch, the Bistro at The Pheasant uses the same expertise to select the best Cumbrian produce and create something special for every guest. The Bistro is open for lunches (from 12pm til 2.30pm), including Sunday
Reviewed By JuliaY936
We were staying nearby and decided to visit for dinner. The specials board looked nice and we enjoyed some home made potato crisps while we browsed the menu. To start we had the bread board with olives, butter & the most amazing home-made hummus and Brie bites with tomato chutney. For mains we had haddock, ribeye steak and cheeseburger all served with triple cooked chips. The food was delicious and perfectly cooked and portions were large so we struggled to finish our meals completely!!! No room to sample deserts sadly! The staff were polite and attentive and there was an extensive wine list with a bottle of chilled water served at the table. A really lovely night and would highly recommend a visit here!! The locals in the bar enjoyed real ale and whisky which looked good also!!!Thank you Julia for such a lovely review and we're delighted you enjoyed your evening with us. Please do come back again soon and perhaps you might even stay with us next time!
9. Middle Ruddings Country Inn & Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 375 reviews
Reviewed By welovedood76
My husband and I came to the lakes for his birthday and we were stopping at the Royal Oak which was busy and vibrant with the option to eat. However we decided to venture out and see what else was available. We came across this pub that we actually loved on first impressions for the fact it was still old in interior and had some character. The barman was very helpful on arrival, and was happy to seat us and told us when we asked that we could eat outside if we wanted or indoors. We ordered some wine and took the menus. When we decided what we wanted to eat, we were informed that they didnât have this or 2 other dishes. This is when the tone of the service changed. We asked for the seabass but without the chilli and lime glaze, and the barman seemed annoyed by this, and then we asked for an extra side of veg on top of our mains, he informed that there was veg with the dishes and did we really want more. Of course as we asked for this and wanted extra veg. He walked off pulled a face and then came back and asked if anything else was wanted. Then informed that he now wouldnât bring the food outside and would simply leave on the table when it was ready (by this time already had we spent £55 on wine). The waiter in the restaurant came and offered us bread, and then delivered our food. The slow cooked beef brisket âhot potâ was nothing more than a dry Sunday roast dinner with cheap meat that should have been in a casserole, pie or hotpot as described. The extra veg ordered didnât arrive and the one that did was swimming in water and blanched to death. We asked for the extra and it came quite quickly however this again was waterlogged and over done and completely different to the one before. (Who even blanches a whole fennel with beef) the seabass which was £14 roughly was the smallest piece of fish ever, with basically boiled peeled potatoes described as gremalata .. no parsley, no lemon, no garlic which is exactly what my partner was told they would be when he went up to the bar to order some chips instead. It was all very over sold and under delivered. The atmosphere was awful. No music.. no conversation and then when we left the table to pay for the bill because we didnât want to make an even worse atmosphere, we were charged half of the price of the beef despite not even eating it. We refused and the chef came out and being very condescending and ranting at us about how the beef is cooked and that hot pot is put on the menu because he âcooked it in a HOT potâ . At the time my partner never mentioned that he owns his own very successful restaurant. Has been a chef and also worked in this industry for 20 years. They took the extra off the bill but only after arguing at the bar in front of other customers which made us feel uncomfortable. If you want a sandwich or a brisket Sunday lunch.. then this is your place.. but for our final bill of £72 when it was awful and we had to go back to our hotel to eat.. this isnât your place.
8. The Wainwright
Overall Ratings
4 based on 820 reviews
The Wainwright is a dog friendly free house in Keswick town centre, on Lake Road opposite George Fisher. Voted runner up as CAMRA Pub of the Year 2016 we serve up to 8 real ales from Cumbrian brewers. We serve great food, using locally sourced ingredients
Reviewed By MULCASTER2
Typical traditional pub, lots of amazing ales to try and very well pulled. The place gets a little busy as itâs a walkers watering hole but worth sticking round
7. Swinside Inn
Overall Ratings
4 based on 306 reviews
We are a dog friendly, family run pub, in a fantastic setting, serving traditional pub food for hungry walkers.
Reviewed By Squirrel Lodge G
I've been to the Swinside a few times now but until yesterday I hadn't eaten there.It was an extremely busy bank holiday Sunday afternoon and it was lovely weather so the garden was heaving... I was with my wife, two young sons and two friends.... There was a bit of a wait for our food however that was totally understandable considering how busy it was... I had the Lamb Sunday Roast. It was perfect. The lamb was tender and the gravy was delicious. The veg was cooked perfectly, not too soft, and there was even cauliflower cheese... The portion size was generous too... My wife and son had burgers. My Wife had duck & chilli burger and one of my son's had the standard burger. My youngest son had the kids egg & chips.Again everything was perfect with these meals. Our two friends had burgers too and they were equally happy. All the food came out together and the service was fantastic from very busy waitresses... I think one of the girls was called Leah??? Based on this experience on a busy day I would highly recommend dining here... The setting is also breath taking.... Keep up the good work guys...
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6. Horse & Farrier Inn
Overall Ratings
4 based on 853 reviews
Reviewed By Omar H
Visited area for Fred-Whitton style cycling.Quaint well kept rooms.Staff could not be more friendly or helpful- thoroughly understanding of a cyclist's needs.Great fayre to sustain exercise- particularly with the breakfasts.
5. The Coledale Inn
Overall Ratings
4 based on 316 reviews
The Coledale is a 20 bedroom country Inn with Restaurant and beer garden. Set in a peaceful location overlooking Braithwaite village we are the perfect place to enjoy great pub food with friends and family. Dogs are welcome. Local real ales and open fires
Reviewed By One_of_the_BOFs
My second visit here was with a friend after walking from Rosthwaite on the Inn Way again. We had a pleasant pint in the garden area, but were not tempted enough by what we saw to stay to dine.
4. The Royal Oak Braithwaite
Overall Ratings
4 based on 485 reviews
Reviewed By Lambers2013
You know it's the best pub as it's always packed.A great atmosphere, very comfortable surroundings and of course Jennings Snecklifter beer.The staff are all very pleasant, serve you quickly and with a smile.The food is excellant, which you can have sat in the bar or you can book a table in the restaurant.I recommend Cumberland sausage, the belly pork or the chicken in mushroom sauce. All very tasty.There is a TVToilets are very clean.You cannot take dogs in during meal times.Absolutely recommended
3. White Horse Inn
Overall Ratings
4 based on 268 reviews
The White Horse Inn and Bunkhouse is a cosy Inn located at the foot of Blencathra a few miles outside Keswick near Threlkeld. Real fires, fantastic local ale, British pub food and a warm welcome. We are also dog friendly.
Reviewed By Carol J
We visited the White Horse Inn for an evening meal whilst camping in the local area. All 3 meals we ordered were excellent and I have to say the Steak & Ale Pie was exceptional. Tender meat, tasty gravy, great pastry - would definitely recommend it.The pub itself was also good, staff very friendly and a nice atmosphere. Will definitely go back next time we are in the area.
2. The George
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1871 reviews
Excellent Pub Food in the heart of Keswick. Comfortable restaurant as well as bar food
Reviewed By Jacq4444
The oldest hotel in Keswick, a return visit for our 35years anniversary, not much changed. Friendly helpful staff good bar and very good food. Free parking pass to use a shot walk from hotel. Great location centre if Keswick. Bedroom comfortable quaint and clean, good size bathroom hope when they refurbish out in a bigger shower and a larger tv a must. Why did we wait 35 years to return ? See you soon .
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1. The Pheasant Inn
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1525 reviews
Traditional Lakeland gastro pub. Great Real Ales (CAMRA accredited). Fine range of wines plus beers, spirits, soft drinks. Stunning 'chef and daily specials' compliment the extensive menu of starters, mains and desserts. Same menu throughout. Full 14 alle
Reviewed By Quaver_raver
This review covers two visits. Overall still a 5 star review but one visit was better than the others. Had dinner on Saturday night and the food was really lovely. Hearty, tasty and plentiful- just what you need after a day on the fells. Went back in for Sunday lunch on Sunday (obvs!) and given the standard of food from the night before it was a bit disappointing. Under-seasoned. The roast potatoes were literally whole potatoes so were too big to be really crispy and roasted. Bit disappointing but after going up skiddaw we were ravenous so we cleared plates anyway but perhaps a bit more care required on the Sunday food.Thank you for your 5 'star' review.So pleased you had such lovely meals with us on the Saturday...the chefs have seem you comments. They are a little disappointed, as I am, that we didn't quite hit the note on the Sunday. Some of the roast potatoes were left too large when roasting off We were short staffed this Sunday however that is not an excuse and your point has been taken on board. We do apologise.Thanks again and hope you will call in again next time on the fells.Michelle(owner)
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