TOP 10 BEST Restaurants in United Kingdom - Updated October 2024

"An absolute MUST if your in the Lake District. One of the best afternoon teas ever. Better then some of the big hotels in London. So much delicious..."

Anton Theunissen

Sarah Shaw

"A first visit to Cockermouth for a pint or two. Most pubs shut until late afternoon but Ic and Flic spotted this gem was open. A former Jenning's pub..."

MADDOGLEP

"Lovely traditional pub. Warm & welcoming. Entertainment on Saturday night. Really friendly and welcoming staff. Give it a visit if you’re ever..."

JENNIFER WEARMOUTH

"Fabulous pub in the middle of the town. Great atmosphere and fantastic landlady and partner who took time to talk to us, make us feel welcome and..."

Gareth Harper

"A lovely warm pub with friendly bar staff. Nice beer too! We didn't dine here but the food looked good.Will be back.. highly..."

ANDREW WRIGHT

"A high quality traditional style ale House with food on the menu, pleasant staff, plenty atmosphere, GREAT GUINNESS . Dog..."

malcolm benson

"Really lovely proper pub grub, beautifully cooked and hot. Landlady lovey and friendly and welcoming. Would..."

Deborah Steele

Cockermouth Brewers Fayre

79/100 (3134 ratings)

Garden Gourmet Sensational Burger

Salad

Creme Egg Sundae

Salmon

Trio of Pies Chips and Peas

Cheese and Bacon Burger

8oz Sirloin Steak 801kcal 417kcal with Salad

Club Sandwich

Smothered Chicken Burger

Beef

Fish

Beer-Battered Haddock§ & Chips

Loaded Nachos

Sunday lunch

Chicken Breast and Chips

Wheelchair Accessible

"Took our little daughter there yesterday for lunch, what a lovely place to go, nice atmosphere, really friendly staff and above all else amazing..."

Lee-Anne Gates

"Lovely place.... Lovely food and very friendly..."

Josie Fulton

"Warm and welcoming atmosphere, great food, friendly, helpful staff - what's not to like? Looking forward to visiting again, keep up the good work..."

Linda Stephenson-Winder

"Staff very good food was tasty and the breakfast very good enjoyed our stay party of..."

John Stewart Jones

"Lovely food good service meals came fast defo be back decor lovely also cud sit ther all day..."

Sharon Baxter

"Lovely food and even better staff! We really enjoyed the..."

John Gentry

"The breakfast was amazing all you can eat and great value..."

Angela Scott Pickering

"Food was nice, delayed at queue to get in. Nice family sitting area. Booked in advanced. Happy hour deal was amazing. Food..."

Kirandeep Singh

"Very well located just outside town Building doesn't look much from the road the entrance is at the rear Relatively new building with large car park..."

Jerry Tredgett

"Went for Sunday lunch, arrived and waited whilst several staff passed us by...eventually sat, no instructions where to order etc. Girl at bar then..."

Helen Smith

"We popped in for lunch and were met at the door and told we could pick anywhere. We were a party of 8 and the lady told us the best tables to choose...."

Esta-Jane Middling

"Good, and friendly service. I thoroughly enjoyed my meal, and a very reasonable price. However, don't have the tonic water, it's not very nice. Other..."

Ian Kendal

"Just been reading latest reviews on this Brewers Fayre and I'm surprised. I personally couldn't fault it when we visited 2 weeks ago. Friendly staff..."

Lorraine Atherton

"Ordered sharer platter was very nice only fault was soon as we finished our food come out which had obviousley been made just after the platter and..."

Peter Carter

"Breakfast was slow and cold, and tasted like it had been heated in the microwave. There were only 2 girls working, they were lovely and worked really..."

Jane Mcphillips

"We had a lovely breakfast there and the staff is..."

Bianca Solyom

"Excellent food. Friendly knowledgeable staff. Pleasant..."

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The Bitter End Pub

79/100 (2618 ratings)

BBQ Pulled Pork Burger

Cold Refreshing Cider

Cumberland Sausage and Mashed Potato

Fish & Chips

Trio of Sausages with Mash Peas and Gravy

Curry

เซอร์ลอยสเต็กอร่อยมาก

Sticky Toffee Pudding

Vegetable Lasagne

Seabass

Beef

Homemade Steak & Ale Pie

Wheelchair Accessible

"One of the better looking pubs in Cockermouth. Faithful to pub traditions indoors. Staff were a bit slow and atmosphere was very average but it has..."

Leaburn

"You have to book in advance. Premium eateries in this area with local offerings. Homemade food and welcoming staff who were all nice. Cute space..."

Avinash Bhogun

"Rung up in the morning as we fancied a roast, and were accommodated without issue. Saw the menu, roast changed to a 'Steak and Ale Pie' and a..."

Nicola Swinburn

"Wandering about Cockermouth Ic n Flic spotted this bar that opened at 4pm. I think they once hosted a micro brewery. They do have a good range of..."

MADDOGLEP

"A cosy pub that serves hearty food… The Bitter End is a bit of a local legend but I’d never actually been here for food and I can truthfully say..."

Lee Rielly

"Blade of beef with spring onion mash, seasonal veg and gravy, kids burger and chips, kids sausage and mash and a steak, ale and mushroom slab pie..."

D aemoniac

"Had a Christmas work do here. The food was good, and you don't need to eat all day before you go there was..."

P Heap

"Great beer and Sunday lunch was absolutely perfect. Staff were very accommodating even though we hadn't reserved a table. Very dog friendly with..."

Michael Taylor

"Good tradition pub but even though the pub was empty we struggled to find a seat as all were booked. There’s only a few tables outside. Good..."

Tracey Trotter

"Absolutely excellent pub. Food a bit on the pricey side but the quality and and portion sizes make it worth it. The staff are really friendly with a..."

Matt Carter

"What an amazing experience. We went early 5.30. But by 7 it was really busy , so book . The food was so fresh and cooked to perfection . Garlic..."

Sheila Birch (Shizzzyb)

"First pub we tried in Cockermouth since getting our caravan there and we love the place.. the chips are amazing.. and great selection of ipa's..."

norman haslam

"Went here for a Tuesday quiz night and it was very busy! Most tables were booked but we managed to get a space on one of the tables who left after..."

Ashley Stephens

"Absolutely the best pub in/by the Lake District. We visited twice during a week in miserable January. First time, on a Saturday, the ‘pirate with..."

Russell Hogg

"Called in today for a late lunch early tea. The food was delicious hot and plentiful. I decided not to have a starter and was very pleased with my..."

Marg T

"Busy little pub in cockermouth. The small plates are just enough for a lunchtime treat and not to small 😋 great selection of beers, craft ale and..."

Rachel Jenkinson

"Booked for a family meal for 7 adults and 3 children. The table was set and ready. The food was really good, hot and plenty of it. The area where..."

Michael McCourt

Pedros Cockermouth

"Delighted the service is great fresh food everytime and the people are so kind ..."

Lucky Retour

"2 pizzas, doner and chips were beautiful, nicest we've had in a long..."

LV A

"Tasty food, hygienically & efficiently prepared. Friendly service & good prices. The best kebabs in..."

Richard Cooke

"One of nicest pizzas we've had in a long time! Absolutely..."

Janet O'Neill

"Good kebab, generous portion size and reasonable prices. The staff were very..."

Hassaan Touheed

"Great pizza and friendly staff. What more could you ask..."

Saiorse Cosgrove

"Amazing..."

Sameera B

"Best pizza take out in town by..."

Owen Garthwaite

"Really nice food and good..."

Lynn Tunny

"Must be best place for a pizza or burger in..."

Mike Short

"Best takeaway in town . Lovely..."

Phil brelsford

"Well priced, tasty..."

Ruben Sailer

"Donna pizza. Best in..."

James Weightman

"Excellent..."

Rick Napier

"Best food..."

Stuart Valdez

Bamboo

77/100 (1916 ratings)

It Looks as Though Some One Has Ordered the Banquet

Curry

Fried Crispy Noodles

Prawns

Duck in Plum Sauce with Seaweed Salad

Shredded Chicken with Orange Sauce

Crispy Fried Spring Rolls

Wheelchair Accessible

"The service was absolutely amazing; we were served very quickly, and one kind waiter answered some of our questions about the food immediately! The..."

Twinkle Madison

"Saturday night walk-in but was given a table, albeit with the caveat it was needed in an hour and a half. No problem. Service was excellent, very..."

Fiona O'Neill

"Really good food. Quite expensive if you eat in but worth..."

abhijeet more

"Fantastic end to a great weeks stay in cockermouth. Food was excellent..."

Kevin Robinson

"The sixth restaurant I've visited in Cockermouth in the two weeks I have stayed here and so far this has been my favourite. The complimentary prawn..."

Michael Warner

"Really enjoyed our spontaneous visit here, it was very quiet which was good for us, the service was lovely , the staff were super professional......."

Leanne Roe

"The place is ok. You hav plenty of options from the menu and most of them are ok. The prices are affordable and the service is..."

Hugo Herrera

"We visited whilst on holiday locally. Lovely Chinese and Thai food., majoring more on the Chinese options but my Thai yellow curry was delicious. On..."

Dawn Allen

"Surprised by the actual spice level and flavor of all dishes we ordered. Service was great. Dealt with my children getting food all over the floor as..."

Derek Zollinger

"Very good Chinese....but not cheaper if you take..."

liam Dillane

"Good food, pleasant atmosphere and the staff were..."

Kem Van Towers

"Excellent food, good price, we will definitely come again. The shared meal for three I can..."

Oliver Vincent

"Food was fantastic. Significant difference with dining in price to take away so probably wouldn’t dine in again but will be back for a take..."

Leanne Hamilton

"We stayed near by in Allonby on holiday, never been in this area before. Read a few reviews for different takeaways and decided to go for..."

Char Mur

"Found this place by chance and so glad we did, the food was so tasty, there were so many options, with great service and affordable prices. Could not..."

Maria Ruiz

Kopper's Cafe-bar

Peaky Blinder Gin and Aromatic Tonic

Sit down

Bar

British

Wheelchair Accessible

"Myself and my boyfriend visited Koppers for the first time on Monday evening (23rd August). I really enjoyed the vibes of the place. The Organic..."

Paige Mather

"Love the outdoor areas, well laid out and have heaters if..."

Terra Makin

"Stopped in for a quick drink while passing. The bar I got served at was a small thing by the front door. I don't know if there is a second bigger..."

James Dudson

"Love this place. Staff very pleasant and the cocktails are lush. Beer gardens is lovely..."

Hilary Burnett

"lovely knowledgeable staff, owner is nice. the beer garden is gorgeous,..."

belle gentry

"A little unexpected gem hidden in cockermouth great..."

Kevin Robinson

"Had a chicken sandwich was very..."

Joe Lad

"Found this place by chance walking past with my wife and dogs. They are happy with dogs in the bar area so we decided to try it for lunch. We both..."

Robin McDonald

"Great bar and excellent outside area at the rear and nice sun trap at the front, friendly staff good selection of drinks. Atmosphere is great. Go..."

Roadrunner7691

"Lovely casual bar atmosphere. Shame outside seating area had been damaged by recent high waters so was out of use, otherwise great riverside..."

Susan French

"Staying in Cockermouth for 2 nights. Stumbled on this place. Had fabulous tapas. Barman was great at recommending what gin to have. Wonderful..."

Ann Lyon

"Just enjoyed a couple days away in Cockermouth and this was our favourite bar for a couple of drinks before tea (they are not doing food currently)! ..."

Sarah Rennie

"Went for a drink before a meal nearby. Excellent information and service from wait/bar staff. Nice cocktails and cosy decent sized garden at..."

Carolynne Nelson

"I had lunch there on 10th August all three of us absolutely loved our lunch. I personally had the backed potatoe with chilli chicken witch was..."

Ross Matheson

"Decent newish cafe in downtown Cockermouth. Simple styling and food, a nice throwback to the police station that this place was at one time. Ok with..."

John Lacey

"Called here for drinks with friends on a Saturday evening. Very loud music in the downstairs bar area, the upstairs area was much..."

Michael Graham

Lee's Fish & Chips & Chinese Takeaway

"We had the fish and chips. Fish was cooked very well, very light and soft white Fish with minimal batter and not oily or greasy. Chips were pretty..."

Ryan Tingley

"Absolutely amazing food 😍 First time I've had a beef pattie OMG 😲 it's fantastic Chips were lovely and probably the best I've ever had The..."

Julian Garces

"Very polite service, good fish and chips, the best gravy in Cumbria it must be made with spare ribs /onions etc.. it is a meal on its..."

John Nash

"Visited a few times now, trying both the fish and chips and Chinese food. Their chips, gravy sauce and chicken chow mein are all lovely and would..."

Anna Cialis-Hodgson

"we use it almost every week, always great quality..."

Carole Brownlee

"Ordered a takeaway earlier. The girl that answered the phone was so polite and took our order, reading it back to us. Food was..."

Lindsey Pickering

"Went there on a whim. Only 4 people allowed in the shop at a time. Queued for a short while outside. Once inside order was taken swiftly and food was..."

Garyth Orton

"Stayed in Cockermouth Premier Inn and due to COVID the restaurant was closed. Found this hidden gem of a takeaway which was only 1 mile away. The..."

Kwoklyn Wan

"Friendly service. I had fish and chips, which took around 10 minutes. However, I would not recommend scampi: it is cooked from frozen and is not very..."

Jack Beavington

"Fantastic menu, the dishes I had were very tasty and all freshly cooked. Relatively quick service and lovely..."

Emmie Featherstone

"Really lovely and very tasty freshly cooked haddock with chips. Very reasonable price, and pleasant staff. Only drawback was they only took cash, so..."

Sue

"Always friendly and on the ball. Best Chinese we've had..."

Mary Toms

Spice Club Indian Restaurant

70/100 (1448 ratings)

Chicken Tikka Masala Chai

Fried rice

Pappadoms and Raita Dip Mango Chutney

Salad

Butter chicken

Vegetable Biryani and Chicken Tikka Sagwala

Coriander and Lemon Rice

Wheelchair Accessible

"We visited here on a very busy bank holiday Sunday, and was seated within 5 minutes. The service was excellent and the staff really couldn't do..."

l D

"It was a quiet Monday evening at The Spice Club Cockermouth and the staff were very welcoming upon our arrival. The restaurant looked very clean and..."

Shaun

"Generous portions of proper tasty food. I had the Lamb Beguni (spelling?) lovely big chunks of aubergine and lamb. Everything was beautifully..."

Mandarin Livs

"The food was fantastic, one of the best Indian meals we have had. Everything tasted fresh and you could taste all the spices. We will definitely be..."

Ian Richardson

"We just walked in without booking abut at 5:30pm, but we got a table for 4. Thanks for that for the staff. For me staffs were ok, but not so..."

Csilla “Selmi” ST

"Great Indian based in the town of cockermouth. Generous portions. Lovely walk in and out of the town that took 15 minutes from the premier inn..."

Haley Hancocks

"Came in here for an Indian meal, place was really busy, one table seemed a little loud and drunk, so I asked to move and they got me a table in a..."

Manjit Dhillon

"A group of us went for a meal, 8 poppadoms and dips 3 different starters 5 different mains Not 1 complaint from anyone, the service was attentive and..."

Sean

"Thank you for a lovely meal Bhai. We really enjoyed your company. It was nice seeing you unexpectedly. It was quite a coincidence. Thanks again and..."

Amir Uddin

"Good food good service on a quiet night. Service isn't like fast food. All cooked to order so be prepared for a wait on a busy..."

P Heap

The Ship

Apple Crumble and Custard

Lasagne

Stewing Steak and Large Yorkshire Pudding

Burger

Stake and Ale Pie

Fish

My Grandsons Favourite Chicken Nugget Chips and Peas

Mixed grill

Chicken Ham and Leak Pie

chicken strips

Beef Fajitas

Open Prawn Sandwich and Chips

Wheelchair Accessible

"We booked the ship for a family meal - there was 25 of us in total and they couldn't do enough for us to make the meal run smoothly- lovely staff..."

Sarah Robinson

"Fantastic service great food came away as full as a bed tick Deffo be back, good value for money friendly staff one thing I would change put a lamb..."

Barbara Purdham

"We called in here with my son and daughter in law and 2 children ( 4 & 10) the children's meals looked big enough for me to eat. I ordered the..."

Margaret Wright

"Just been for supper and it was fantastic, massive portion sizes and too much for me but couldn't fault the food. Will definitely go back. Thankyou...."

Marlene Smith

"Me and my family went in for Sunday lunch today (31st July 16) without booking, firstly all staff were very accommodating and very friendly! Service..."

Julie Telford

"Cracking meal i had with kids and wife .. thank you all .. run a tight ship lol .. great staff with great food .. who can argue with that .. keep up..."

Keith Borthwick

"Was beautiful Totally stuffed full..Proper homemade chips lovely decor and great waitresses :) would definitely recommend..."

Angela Wilson

"Had an excellent lunch at the Ship today. Even though I had the smaller portion I struggled to eat it all, but I managed. What great value for money..."

David Holliday

"Had a lovely meal at the Ship at Dovenby , can't complain good service good food that's all u need..."

Christine Galloway

"We had a wonderful Christmas lunch at the ship. The staff are almost as fabulous as the food...."

Joanne Hosier

"Went tonight for a Birthday meal. 11 people, seated right away. Staff friendly and brought drinks right away. Food excellent, and served hot,..."

Louise Richards

"One of the best pies we’ve ever had, good value and huge portions. Friendly staff. Would..."

Stephanie K

"The Dovenby Ship has redeemed itself in my eyes… We haven’t visited for a few years as last time we arrived bang on our table booking time and..."

Lee Rielly

"Excelent food, lovely place and atmosphere..."

Lorraine Dunn

"Friendly staff, good range of food and drink. Ample parking It's time for a quick update to my review...... Booked a table for a Saturday evening..."

Michael Graham

"Struggling to find anything on a Tuesday we came across this pub serving food. It wasn't very busy with ample parking. Looked at the menu on the..."

Edd Scott

"Another beautiful steak , cooked by proprietor, Julian. My Mum and Dad enjoyed their meal, too. Although very busy, the staff were as efficient and..."

Matthew Hayward

"Gorgeous food, happy polite..."

jennie southward

"Our first visit after my partner wanting to visit for a while. Very easy to locate and in a beautiful area with some great views. Absolutely stunning..."

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"The food was delicious, hot and very good portions would definitely return here and recommend to others, the tables and chairs could do with a bit of..."

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