Gastropub cuisine: the best places to taste it in Kendal

6 restaurant menus in United Kingdom, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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The Station Inn
The Station Inn
100/100 (1302 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Pub
Bar
Pub
Gastropub
Vegetarian Friendly
British
Gluten Free Options
British
Gastropub
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Beef
Fish & chips
Salad
Puddings
Salmon
Scampi
Sausage
Fried
Fish & Chips
Lasagne
Burger
Fish
Sit down
Pub
Gastropub
British
Bar
Outdoor Seating
Television
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Fabulous little place for a nice meal with Family. We have been here a few times and their beer garden is really good with Crazy golf, Alpacas in..."
Paula Lorraine Smith
"Lovely food, and really friendly staff. Interesting gins & liqueurs. Good range of local beers. A very nice room. I would recommend this..."
Dave Nelson
"Fantastic inn, beautiful rooms, food, Guinness, staff and to top it all off lovely alpacas......definitely recommend the station..."
Steve Grundy
"Had a one night stop over which we found the staff friendly and the food and drink was excellent. Great park for the kids. We will be back. Highly..."
Steven Auchterlonie
"Food, ales, staff and location are all great. This is a favourite calling point for us on our way through to the Lakes or even just as a destination..."
Alex Keith
"What a lovely pub in a beautiful setting! Three of us went for lunch today, Sunday 25th, and we had beautifully presented scrumptious food. The staff..."
Loubie Lou
"Lovel food and great play area outside for kids Would highly..."
Claire Iddon
"Easter Sunday roast.....perfect!!! Lovely food, lovely atmosphere and the staff were so friendly and helpful. Even allowed to bring our friends dog..."
Combat Cassie
"We had a party of 12 on mothers day and it was fab! Lovely staff. Everyone cleared their plates. I had a very lean but good helping of Lamb Henry �..."
Sarah Greenhow
"Have eaten here several times & would fully recommend. Great food & good value for your money Staff are always cheerful &..."
Jo Kitchen
"Had the most beautiful overnight stay as a surprise birthday treat from my hubby. Room was clean , spacious and comfortable and most importantly..."
Tracy Griffiths
"First visit for food since the new owners have taken over. All can say is what a super choice ,great prices & we really enjoyed our meals. Great ..."
Keith Barker
"Great location at Southern end of Lake District, a few minutes walk from train and bus, so great for a day out on public transport avoiding driving..."
Marie Gettings
"A great establishment with an excellent food service. The staff members were very helpful. The food was so fresh and tasty both in the evening and..."
Andy Snarski
"We had the best time. We took our dog Ruby for 2 nights. The room had just been renovated and looked amazing. The staff were so welcoming and..."
Gareth Davies
"Great food & good selection of choice. Loved eating here whilst we were away in the lakes. Friendly staff which were very welcoming. Would..."
Liam Churchill
"Late stop off in the campervan, owners very friendly and helpful. Arriving late we missed the food but pub had a nice atmosphere and was dog friendly..."
leigh betteridge
"My partner and I are Vegan and Vegetarian and came for the hanging kebabs. We got the halloumi and vegan meatballs hanging kebabs and they were..."
Jessica Wong
"Absolutely brilliant stay here. Food was excellent and so was the breakfasts. Room we stayed in was big with everything you needed. Very well layed..."
Nathan Hall
"I stayed here in my Motorhome as they have a field at the back for stop overs. Great staff and food was amazing. I have a large 8 meter motorhome,..."
T S
"First visit for a couple of years. Good friendly service. Sat outside, lots of tables and some play apparatus. Round was a bit pricey at £20 for..."
Cameron Castle
Kendal Rugby Club
Kendal Rugby Club
98/100 (342 ratings)
Restaurants
British
British
Gastropub
Pub
Brunch
Drinks
Breakfast
Dinner
Sit down
British
Serves Alcohol
Sports bars
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Digital Payments
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Family style
Reservations
Non-smoking restaurants
Dog Friendly
Outdoor Seating
Seating
Takeout
Table Service
Television
Wheelchair Accessible
Playgrounds
Drinks
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Mid-range
"I've been here a few times and it's a good place with good people. They are also hosting the D Day 80th anniversary on 6th June This year it promises..."
Mick Jennings
"I went to see, and photograph, the Rock on Kendal event. It was a really great day out, great acts, Hammerhead, Storm, Massive Wagons and Status Quo...."
Mark Regan
"A gorgeous Mothers day meal carvery and dessert. Parking on site. Highly..."
Linda Jackson
"Well organised U8's matches on excellent all weather pitches, plenty of parking and amazing clubhouse. Look forward to playing here again next year..."
David Rowe
"The new site is lovely big place serving good food from 12 till 3. Lovely bar and great big function room available for events or..."
Zoe Fox
"Temporary camping facility, access to the club house and grounds, absolutely spot on. Staff extremely helpful. Food first..."
John Davies
"One of the best Rugby sports venues iv visited. Club house is fantastic. Had a great Sunday lunch in a very relaxing lounge & terrace overlooking the..."
Gary Vickers
"Very clean, great people and facilities. Enjoyed watching rather than playing for..."
Dan Peake
"Brilliant venue for our bike rally great staff ,would recommend for any function..."
Chris Taylor
"Came for the camping. Amazing experience from a clean shower, great food and great service and chat. Well done all involved, good luck for the..."
Ben Richards
"Great venue. Visited for a 40th party. Lovely function room, friendly staff, decent wine for a rugby club, great prices for drinks, even feel like..."
Rebecca Whittaker
"We used the club as a venue for a motorcycle rally. The staff could not have been more helpful and the chef worked miracles feeding a couple of..."
Steve Ryder
"Good pre match meal and a great place to watch rugby. The view from the balconies is probably the best in England and most likely the envy of every..."
John Veevers
"Excellent new facility, the building is very spacious and well decorated with great views of the pitch. Lots of parking..."
Russell Holden
"We stayed here for two nights camping. We arrived early evening and there was plenty of space on the field. The only downside was that we left for..."
Donna W
"Fantastic venue. We had our daughter's wedding there. Staff were so professional and caring. Food was great. I would gladly recommend the club...."
Di Speirs
"Camped for few nights here. Staff were great, friendly and welcoming. Gave us the tour round. Fairly quiet location and close to Kendal Town. Great..."
Steven Brettell
"Went for a training day with work..was lovely place all shiny new and clean. Great staff great food really nice..."
Annabel
"Lovely place for a party,would have been even better if it had been a lovely sunny evening,but we can't control..."
Barbara Wrathall
2 Sisters Cafe At Plumgarths
2 Sisters Cafe At Plumgarths
93/100 (2123 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Gastropub
Soups
Gastropub
British
Gluten Free Options
Soups
Vegan Options
British
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Brunch
Drinks
Breakfast
Lunch
Toasts
Hot Chocolate with Marshmallow and Cream
Cheesecakes
Cake
Soup
Pancakes
Quiche
Scones
Pot of Tea
Meringue
Brie
Rye Bread
Apple pie
Sausage
Salad
BBQ Chicken Burger
Cakes
Scrambled Eggs
Chili
Carrot and Walnut Cake
Paninis
Coleslaw
Tuna
Egg Avocado Toast
Flat White
Homemade Soup
Raspberry Smoothies
Full english breakfast
Pies
Chicken Sandwich
Afternoon tea
Chicken Burger
Cheesecake
Veggi Full Breakfast
Latte
Pea & Ham Soup with Tuna Toastie
Vegetarian Breakfast
Rhubarb and Ginger Flapjack
Scrambled Eggs with Parmesan
Burger
Strawberry
Coffee and a Bacon Sandwich
Raspberry and White Chocolate Gateau
Sit down
Gastropub
British
Soups
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Breakfast
Lunch
Drinks
Brunch
Mid-range
"We came here for an afternoon tea with our friends who we were visiting, and it was a truly wonderful experience. The staff are kind, professional,..."
Maggie Morrison (MggieSenpai)
"Lovely cafe serving simple, high quality food. Coffee is perfectly made without burning the milk and the morning Bacon bap, using freshly baked bread..."
Chris Dilger
"Worth the stop if you are in the area for a lovely breakfast or lunch. Great selection of home made cakes and the staff are lovely as well. It does..."
Rebecca Rodger
"One of the best bacon ciabatta rolls I've ever had. Very tasty and good amount of bacon and sausage. A little expensive but not for a farm shop style..."
Laura Smith
"Can't fault the place at all the cafe had really nice food and coffee and the service was on point. Would highly..."
Jon Smith
"Absolutely cracking little cafe, with great fresh food and a collection of cakes to die for. Super friendly and efficient..."
Craig Parsons
"Lovely cozy cafe next to local produce shop. Staff so friendly. Good very good. Cakes. & desserts scrumptious. Must visit if in the area..."
Angie Hall
"Very good. Slight wait to be seated but they operate a 'buzzer' system so you can walk around the small commercial park before being called to your..."
Iwan Lewis
"Excellent breakfast, lovely farmshop, plenty parking, staff pleasant and attentive. Nice food and drink options for those with intolerances. We will..."
Username Kate
"Great cafe slightly off the beaten track. The pea and ham soup was..."
Dave
"This cafe is a true gem; well worth the small detour from the main road. The shops here are a great place to pick up local foods and..."
DrBrighton
"We were a party of 3 on a Thursday, who had brunch on our way to Borrowdale. A table was found straightaway although there were quite a lot of people..."
Nigel Hadley
"Finished my YouTube video here today. Really delicious breakfast, fantastic coffee and very friendly happy staff. Looking forward to coming back..."
Black Crag
"Lovely little cafe, really friendly and helpful staff. Amazing food, all fresh and very well cooked. Highly recommend the strawberry..."
Rachel Costa
"Lovely place to stop for a bite to eat. Home made soup and delicious looking cakes. Friendly staff and prices are reasonable. Pot of tea was just..."
Stephen Woods
"A busy place! Food was decent, really enjoyed my Coronation Chicken sandwich. They could do with offering chips as a side but it's well worth a..."
Dave Wilson
"First time here had a breakfast, realy good and the staff made you really..."
John Mason
Ring O Bells Kendal
Ring O Bells Kendal
87/100 (560 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Pub
British
Cafe
Gastropub
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
"Excellent, friendly place on St Patrick's Day. Historic building. Staff were great. This is a traditional pub with great selection of beers,..."
Ian P Gladdon
"Very friendly and welcoming pub, lovely staff and great regulars, will be returning! This pub has a great selection of keg and cask across two bars,..."
Dan B
"Absolutely fantastic place to eat and drink. my wife and I arrived with our son 7-15 on a Sunday evening and ordered three meals they arrived hot..."
Richie Christopher
"Excellent food, fantastic and friendly customer service, great range of local ales, very reasonable prices. A real fire on chilly days if needed and..."
Carole Morris
"Really friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Would highly recommend for food and drink. Went out there way to help us out with a meal for my friends..."
Alan Niemeyer
"We visited 19/2/22 Nice little pub full of olde world charm, with a warmth of character from the building and from the friendly landlords from..."
T B
"Very nice place! Staff were lovely and the pub was very..."
abbie abbie
"Lovely pub with a good selection of real ales. The staff are really friendly and it's kept really clean. Highly..."
Sadie Hodges
"Food all done in house and is stupidly good for the price, atmosphere incredibly friendly and a good range of local ales served in some nice..."
Calvin Yo
"What a wonderful pub, warm welcome and a fantastic selection of cask beers. The pint of Aurum I ordered was possibly the best pint I’ve ever..."
Dezolaar
Stonecross Manor Hotel
Stonecross Manor Hotel
82/100 (496 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
British
Pub
Vegetarian Friendly
British
European
Gastropub
Fusion
Bar
Pub
Gastropub
Fusion
European
Vegetarian Friendly
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
European
Bar
Pub
Fusion
Gastropub
British
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Mid-range
"Delightful country house hotel. We had a wonderful stay. Very comfortable, clean room with a modern bathroom. We really enjoyed the spotless pool..."
Donna Gould
"We had a lovely stay here. Lovely location and really friendly staff. Room was beautiful with lovely comfy bed and clean modern bathroom. The pool..."
Lauren Fairbanks
"Really happy with this one night away. Arrived and went straight in for lunch, excellent service. The waitress had misheard my husband's order but..."
Emma Bradley
"Just returned from 1 night stay for two and it was lovely. Staff are so friendly. Pool, jacuzzi, steam room & sauna are great. Food was amazing & the..."
Amy Sergenson
"Lovely Hotel Almost perfect stay, just need to put up a timetable of when the kids swimming lessons are taking place so guests can avoid the pool at..."
C K
"We had a lovely 2 night stay at Stonecross Manor Hotel! The facilities were great, particularly the bar and lounge areas. The pool and spa were..."
Helen Chong
"Food excellent, staff lovely and cannot so enough to help, pool great. Down side is rooms are tired and not in good condition. We had to move rooms..."
Mike Wilkins
"Absolutely loved this place. Clean, warm and excellent service. Little walk to Kendal town centre but if you prefer a taxi ride is approx £5 . Great..."
Peter Kendall
"Excellent breakfast. Lift is very cosy! Windows a little grim / grubby in places but otherwise room was clean and well appointed. Good car..."
CAR Wilson
"Hotel nicely located on outskirts of Kendal easy accessed off A6. Staff very pleasant and friendly. Food was good. Nice relaxing stay. Will..."
Mike Pattinson
"Lovely hotel. Staff were excellent, and nothing was to much trouble. The spa was spotless and towels provided at reception. The breakfast had plenty..."
JUDELINE MORGAN
"Lovely stay in a beautiful, freshly painted corner room. Enjoyed our time using the pool facilities. Good room facilities...iron and board, kettle,..."
Stephanie Donbavand
"We stayed one night for my husbands birthday it was lovely food was amazing and pool area was really good def stay..."
Anne Miller
"We stayed here for a three night stay. Staff very helpful and the woman who does front of desk in the morning also does the serving of breakfast and..."
ann Whiteford
"If we could give Helen and her team 10 stars out of 5 we would! Our stay at this hotel was such a lovely experience and it is fantastic value for..."
L- Dub
"Lovely hotel. The room was clean, very comfy and nicely decorated. Extra bonus was the pool, sauna and jacuzzi, which though small, was most..."
Justin Russell
Ye Olde Fleece Inn
Ye Olde Fleece Inn
71/100 (2982 ratings)
Bars & Pubs
Restaurants
Bars & Pubs
British
Bar
Pub
British
Vegetarian Friendly
Gastropub
Bar
Pub
Gastropub
Gluten Free Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Brunch
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Sunday roast
Onion rings
Fish & Chips
Espresso Martini
Linguine
Cumberland Sausage
Haddock
Sticky Toffee Pudding
Puddings
Beer
Nachos
Full Rack of Ribs
Cake
Garlic bread
Salted caramel cheesecake
Classic Fish & Chips
Beef
Scotch egg
Soup
Scampi
Godfather Burger
Sausage
Beef Burger Patty Chips
Fried
Baguette
Black Pudding Bon Bons
Onion Rings
Lasagne
Warm Ginger Cake with Salted Caramel Sauce and Coconut Ice-Cream
Steak Pie
Sirloin Steak
Roast Beef Lunch
Pasta
Chicken Burger
Halloumi
Lasagne
Salad
Cumberland Sausage
Cakes
Sirloin Steak
Chili
Steak and Ale Pie
Lamb
Calamari
Calamari
Pesto
Halloumi
Tuna
Fish & chips
Sandwiches
Fish
Salmon
Burger
Cocktails
Sit down
Bar
Pub
Gastropub
British
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Digital Payments
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Private Dining
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Lunch
Drinks
Brunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"Had dinner here, good atmosphere and great staff. The food was incredible and we all enjoyed our evening. There was a bit of a wait for the food to..."
Luke Sutherland
"We wandered down on Good Friday and were seated without a reservation. Staff were friendly and knowledgeable, food and drinks both good. The..."
Abi Tinker
"Beautiful old pub, great atmosphere, music playing quietly. We popped in for a Sunday evening meal. Excellent service, delicious food. I'd recommend..."
Jac “Clickerjac” Townsend
"Lovely old pub done out nicely. Nice and spacious. Staff friendly and efficient. Nice selection of cask ales on for a nice afternoon..."
Justyn barbery
"Popped in for Sunday lunch while passing through Kendal. Choice of roast limited to lamb or beef. The meat (we got one of each) was a bit overcooked..."
Victoria Shepherd
"Lovely little Inn. Great service from Niall. The food was amazing. Dog friendly with biscuits & water bowls. Highly..."
Jessica Jaremczuk
"Great food, hot and delicious. Great place to eat and chill.......beer was good too..... excellent service what more can you ask for..."
Peter Kendall
"Me and my family had our Christmas dinner in here, and it was amazing. Great atmosphere, friendly staff, big, juicy, and extremely tasty portions of..."
Raluca Prisacariu
"Came in on a wet and windy day, as a couple to get a quick pint. Lovely old history which the pub is proud of. Usual higher prices of todays hard hit..."
J C (Jonathon)
"Loved it. Spent a week in Kendal. We’re from Bath so a long drive but well worth it. Any criticism? I would half the size of the menu. Too big and..."
Jack Simpson
"My partner and I ate here and I wasn’t expecting too much but we were blown away with the food and drinks; we both had the steak and ale pie and it..."
Di Gyal Dem Sugar