TOP 10 BEST Restaurants in Windermere - Updated October 2024

Konstantin Dilov

Jane Mcgregor

Magic Wok

89/100 (2637 ratings)

Half Crispy Aromatic Duck

Fried rice

Duck

Chicken Wings

Sweet and sour chicken

Wheelchair Accessible

"We had pork with green pepper and black bean sauce with rice and it was as expected. Very hot (temperature wise) and delicious. Not only that, they..."

mocha mocha

"The food was really delicious, and we all agreed it was one of the best Chinese takeaways we ever had. The staff are so friendly and polite. We..."

Mark Gmail

"Good vegan options! We had salt and pepper chips, sweet and sour tofu and vege fried rice with no egg. We would definitely eat here..."

Hannah Suarez

"Only open for takeaway atm. Busy Bank Holiday so all restaurants fully booked. Decided on takeaway which we took back to hotel...."

Maureen Botka

"As a regular Chinese takeaway-er and after trying all of them in the lakes, I can verify with confidence that it is the best by far. Tried pretty..."

John D

"We've waited 7 years to be able to come back and have this Chinese again. It was worth the wait! Hopefully it won't be as long before we're back..."

Sinead Sutcliffe

"Amazing good, really friendly staff, great vegan options (rare in Windermere) would eat here..."

Tyler H

"Great food. Great staff. The place is a little small, it is also a little run down out the back near the toilets with obvious signs that they are..."

Jason Anderson

"Delicious food. Reasonably priced. Friendly staff. Would heartily..."

Dorothy Plater

"I must say as someone from HK, I’m a little skeptical when I order from almost any Chinese takeaway store! But Magic wok is so good! I had their..."

Cheuk Yiu Lee

"We got a takeaway from here during our stay in Windermere and I would definitely go back. The price is very reasonable and the food is so tasty -..."

Rachel Mo

"Good food with plenty of gluten free and vegan options. Server was very knowledgeable about..."

Daniel Taylor

"Had a takeaway from here, its obviously good given how busy they were. Was quoted a 30 minute wait, which was accurate. Good portion sizes, tasty..."

S

"Lovely surprise when our takeaway was so good. !! Generous portions, a delicious takeaway of starters: BBQ ribs, chicken n sweetcorn soup. Sticky..."

Yvonne Hood

"Excellent every single time. Chef and staff are happy to provide exactly what I ask for with no trouble at all, making adaptations to suit my..."

Laura Caney

Homeground Coffee + Kitchen

88/100 (2861 ratings)

Peanut Butter and Jam Blondie

Scones with Jam and Cream

Homeground Sarnie with Fried Egg

Pain Perdu French Toast

Waffles

Café

British

Wheelchair Accessible

Accepts Mastercard

Accepts Visa

Accepts American Express

"I think this might be the best brunch I’ve ever had. Amazing flavors, the avocado specifically was so well seasoned. Perfect stop for a girls trip..."

Hannah Barton

"Excellent food / atmosphere / service !! Had a great breakfast in the early morning. It was a rainy day and the wood burner was lit warming up heads..."

A. Bruneau

"I went for a walk in search of a decent cup of coffee. This is not the kind of place you randomly stumble on often! The coffee was perfect. Service..."

Jonathan Barnett

"Really fantastic food, some of the best brunch food we’ve had. The salmon on the salmon royale was genuinely the tastiest salmon we’ve eaten...."

James Berry

"Simply Amazing. Worth the wait. This place always has a long queue of people waiting to be seated. Now we know why!!! Amazing food served..."

Deepthi Narayan

"Rarely giving 5 stars but this place deserves it! Delicious brunch. The sweet and savoury items are all delicious and served very..."

Gio Gio

"I know I will be dreaming about this brunch. We had the cornbread which was packed with flavours and textures that all went so well together. We also..."

readsandrecipes

"Noticed people queuing to get a table yesterday, so came to try today and was not shocked as to why it gets busy here!! Food was full of flavour and..."

Beth Smith

"My husband and I were on the hunt for a delicious brunch spot while we were visiting Windermere. After reading the reviews and smelling the delicious..."

Kelly Wisniewski

"Easily one of the best breakfasts we’ve had as a family. Really interesting menu but with plenty of options for kids as well, the coffee was..."

coleman groove

Cafe Italia

88/100 (6655 ratings)

Chicken Salami and Meatball Pizza

Full english breakfast

Tagliatelle Carbonara

Chocolate Fudge Gateau

Lasagna

Minestrone soup

Sandwiches

Mediterranean Platter

Wheelchair Accessible

"Stopped by Cafe Italia and was pleasantly surprised by their salad offerings—large and flavorful. The staff was welcoming and quick to serve...."

Ulyana Goryashina

"The restaurant was recommended by the airbnb host. The outdoor seats were nice and with bright nature light. Was a bit sad we’d been moved to the..."

Hao-Ting Chuang

"Delicious food and great hospitality. Thank you so much for a wonderful..."

Ashima Singh

"The most delicious minestrone soup and bowl of pasta I've eaten. Prices were quite expensive, but the food was lovely. Very attentive..."

Julie Howlett

"Really enjoyed our visit here, staff were very friendly and the food came quick and was..."

Lyndon

"Really friendly staff and so hospitable. Food was also good, we ordered the soup and salad for a late lunch. Definitely recommend sitting upstairs as..."

Andreea Neacsu

"The restaurant was in my list but Its a busy restaurant so be prepared to wait. Outdoor seating has over head heaters too. Very centrally..."

Rinki Banik

"We have been coming here for years and it is consistently brilliant. The food, service and atmosphere are ALWAYS fantastic. We love it here and hope..."

Matt Clay

"My friend and I decided to eat Italian - and we chose well. The staff were very welcoming, the menu extensive and when the food came, it was well..."

Barbara Spence

"This restaurant is located perfectly for our Guest House. Lovely food and drink at reasonable prices, fast service by friendly staff. They are very..."

Bagpuss

"Great food and lovely service, the staff were really friendly and attentive. Food came very quickly and was..."

Ruksan Emirali

"A happy place, for food, quality, taste, mood. Clean, nice location, variety of food options for every dietary requirements. I had food there three..."

Bharti Bhoy

"Outstanding, don’t let the name fool you, this is the best Italian food I have had outside Italy. The restaurant is well presented, comfortable, a..."

Dave D.

"The Veggie Rigatoni was incredible, and the cookies and cream cheesecake was so, so good. Great service, great atmosphere. Someone a few reviews..."

hadas n

"Cafe italia never disappoints! Balcony seats are always my favorite, staff is professional and courteous, always welcoming and everyone greets you..."

Gaurav Batra

"Been a little while since we've been here... however today's experience did not disappoint... although the drinks felt a little expensive... £6.95 a..."

pete gorman

"Really nice place, international food, good ftienfly..."

ertugrul unver

"Very friendly staff and good Italian menu. We stuck with pizzas and green salad, both well prepared and..."

Richard Lloyd

"Absolutely brilliant place! From the delicious food to the energetic staff to the amazing atmosphere at the balcony tables. I cannot recommend it..."

RadioactiveChilli (RadioactiveChilli)

The Cafe At Lakeland

88/100 (1243 ratings)

Smoked Salmon Tagliatelle

Cakes

Lamb

Pheasant Bacon & Leek Pie

Pesto

Someone's Coffee Cups

Fish

Fish & Chips

Veggie Lakeland Breakfast

Accepts American Express

Table Service

Wheelchair Accessible

Serves Alcohol

Wine and Beer

Parking Available

Free off-street parking

Non-smoking restaurants

"Beautiful afternoon tea with friends on Sunday 4thJune for a birthday treat.The tea was presented on local slate and looked lovely which it was. Our..."

Dianne Rodwell

"The bubble and squeak I had for lunch was amazing and the breakfast the next day was delicious as always. Staff are friendly and the service is..."

rachael hassett

"Been here a few times recently - always enjoy the food, the variety and the price I believe is good value for money BUT even though I like dogs I do..."

Rags

"Popped in today on my way to the railway station. Both the cheese and chive and fruit with jam and cream were fabulous as was coffee, so fresh. Staff..."

Sue Bell

"Although I enjoy visiting this cafe as it is very local to me & a good place to meet my friends, I'm sad to say this is one where I give the thumbs..."

Shirl G

"I had ham salad sandwich, which was a large sandwich, however the ham used was parma ham which was unpleasant used this way. My husband had egg..."

Deborah Knowles

"We had roasted beetroot and goats cheese salad, it was very tasty and fresh. Followed by carrot and walnut cake and Victoria sponge, both very nice...."

Irene Mason

"Cafe befitting the Flagship Lakeland store. Top quality, delicious breakfast/light lunch options. Not to forget the freshly baked assortment of cakes..."

Saurabh Prasad

"Excellent Excellent Excellent. Staff great food great shop great. Waitress allowed me to have soup even though the kitchen had just closed really..."

Philip Black

"Good shop.we were going to have coffee and cake but cafe was full & it was a 25 minute waiting. We were happy to sit at a small table but no..."

Mary Seed

"It's busy on a Saturday but the gave us a buzzer for a 20minute wait. The staff are very efficient and the food comes quickly. There are screens..."

Christopher Magee

Restaurant At Samling

88/100 (1248 ratings)

"We were a group of 5 that ate here last week and we all agreed that this was our favourite dining experience of our European trip. It was a costly..."

Christopher Panasuk

"Lunch at The Samling reminded me a little of our recent visit to Dinner by Heston Blumenthal, in that there is nothing too outlandish or experimental..."

Bacon Onthebeech

"Guinea Fowl: Roast breast and confit thigh of guinea fowl served with girolles, braised and seared leeks and a smoked mushroom and truffle sauce –..."

Hungry Hoss

"Wow. The Samling is the definition of quiet luxury in British style. We stayed for two nights and everything was exceptional - attention to details,..."

SY Lee

"One of the best tasting menus and wine flights we have ever had. It was made so much more by Nigel and his charm and amazing play list, Eric with his..."

Arthur Moulding

"I visited a number of years ago… has to be one of the most beautifully kept hotels in the Lake District. The views across the lake are amazing the..."

L H

"We visited for a meal only & didn't stay. The vegetarian tasting menu was just divine. Every mouthful an intense experience. The location is..."

Nigel Taylor

"We travelled to Lake Windermere and spent two nights at The Samling Hotel. The staff were attentive and went out of their way to ensure a wonderful..."

Anita Beacroft

"An absolute gem of a property and dining experience, living in the Lake District. It’s hard to find a consistent food venue, as an ex hotelier, I..."

Thomas Noblett

"A amazing meal with family every aspect of the food was top class, bursting with flavours and beautifully presented. The staff went above and..."

evelyn varty

"We had the pleasure of spending four days at The Samling during the late autumn season, and our experience left us thoroughly enchanted. Every aspect..."

Chelsea L

"We ate lunch in the restaurant and it was truly one of the most memorable lunches that we've ever had. Norbert was our waiter and provided absolutely..."

Randy Solomon

"Absolutely outstanding. I've lived locally for over 20 years and never been. Dined there last weekend and it was superb. Outstanding service, the..."

Mike Asher

Charlie's Of Windermere

Full english breakfast

Wheelchair Accessible

"Super food! Super owner! Definitely returning. Love the cake and the cheese scone was to die for especially with chutney. Onion rings were some of..."

Emillio F

"Popped in here for breakfast before heading home from the Lakes. Great value as was £21 for two breakfasts with drinks & extra hash browns.....the..."

Alex McRae

"Well run cafe, lovely reception, very welcoming. Dog..."

Glyn Duff

"Great little cafe, good food and good price. Easy to recommend. I had the Full English and all the food was cooked well and portion sizes are great...."

Sam Callan

"Great little spot where the whole family are made to feel welcome. Great food and very reasonable prices. Will be back if we ever come back to..."

Andrew McKenna

"Best cafe in windermere. They take dogs, fantastic food, great prices. They even brought some meat over for the dog. Thumbs up..."

Northwest Biker

"Decided to go here as was staying at the Windermere Hotel and couldn't stomach another of their breakfasts. The breakfast here was tasty, the staff..."

Jon H

"A great find when it started raining as we were right outside. Great food and coffee at reasonable prices, alongside friendly and attentive service...."

dan shields

"I had nice breakfast at Charlie’s..."

Turki A

"Very nicely decorated, the staff are lovely, and the food was great, apart from the sausages were smaller than we expected. Prices are fair. I don't..."

Daniel Young

"Fantastic breakfast, lovely staff a must try if your in..."

Alex Grieves-Dunwoody

"Stopped here for some refreshments when passing through Windermere. Excellent service and the choice of sandwiches was good. The sandwich came..."

lorraine bateman

"Really good food for fair prices. Staff are friendly and..."

Jasmine

"Lovely staff good food will definitely go again..."

Mary Marshall

The Tilly Bar And Kitchen

87/100 (5182 ratings)

Traditional Fish and Chips

Full english breakfast

Espresso Martini

Sticky Toffee Pudding

"On a 3 night stop at Windermere en route from Devon to East Kilbride, on our first night walking about looking for somewhere to eat we came across..."

Mark O'Hagan

"We stopped off & had a drink , read the menu & thought we’ll try the fish finger butty & chunky chips , without doubt the best we’ve had , great..."

Jeff Sheakey

"This place is great the food was beautiful and lots of it the staff ate si friendly as well defantly worth a visit..."

David Walton

"Called in for some lunch & a few drinks today with our dog, a very warm welcome led to awesome service � food outstanding, very tasty! Thankyou,..."

Klaire Berry

"Smashin place good beer, great food and friendly and attentive staff. And dog friendly..."

Graham Parker

"The food was amazing and the drinks are excellent. The staff were great too. This place deserves a visit. You will not be let..."

Wayne Karle

"Love this place. Food, Drink, Service.....Everything 100%. Would highly..."

Rob Lishman

"Visited last night. Had drinks and food every ones food was lovely � fish and chips beautiful batter Was gf and light as a feather presentation..."

Sarah Robinson

"Went in here for lunch while visiting Windemere for our Anniversary. Very cosy quirky pub, The Cocktails are fab, very friendly happy staff, Food was..."

Lisa Marie Sinclair

"Spent a good few hours here yesterday with my other half. The service was fantastic, nothing was too much trouble and all the staff were really..."

Amy Niblock

"Huge menu of which is excellent quality and homemade. The service is great and the atmosphere has a brilliant ambience. Good choice of alcoholic..."

Vanessa Dean

"Superb friendly service , excellent food and top notch cocktails . A must visit if your in..."

Laura Nicholas

"Always good food and good service. Visited three times now. My Frenchie is always welcome and given treats. The Pornstar Martinis are also very nice..."

Beth Fay

"Will be visiting again for the future as your place is dog friendly is a bonus for us,we can't leave our fur dog alone whilst on holiday also my dog..."

Maryati Tracy

"We came here three times during our four-night stay in the Lake District. All the food we had was delicious - no complaints at all. Staff were all..."

Tessa Charupatanapongse

"Lovely, the staff were warm and welcoming great value for money. Quick service. We shouldn't have had starters as we couldn't finish the main dish,..."

Mel Thompson

"The most amazing GF fish and chips! Bit pricey but totally worth it for the amazing food and service. Great menu that caters to all, very friendly..."

Bridget Jay

"What a breath of fresh air in Windermere. Quality. Food at reasonable prices served by very kind and helpful staff. The duck dish and salads were..."

Craig Clarke

"Superb food and atmosphere. Cosy and welcoming. Delicious, good quality food, generous portions and value. We had the steak and ale pie and goats..."

James Berry

"We were looking for a place where it would have a variety of food in Windermere area and we found this place. I had fish & Chips which was a huge and..."

Armin

"Lovely place, great food & drinks, attentive..."

Jason Wilson

"Doing a road trip from Edinburgh to London, we decided to stay here in Windermere for one night. We strolled the village to check out where to eat..."

Gary

"Popped in for brunch today. Great americano coffee followed by King Prawns and chorizo, Duck Spring roll with plum sauce & garlic bread. Absolutely..."

Blackpool ROX

"Searched on Google for somewhere to eat locally to where we were staying. This place had good reviews so decided to chance getting a table. We were..."

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