Best Restaurants, Must Try Places in Derwent Bay

"Affectionately known as the ‘Squorange’, this culinary hotspot brings a sense of continental café bar culture to the eclectic Keswick restaurant scene. This delightful restaurant in Keswick boasts a cosy atmosphere with evenings of live music, a selection of board games and guest wines from local vineyards. Enjoy European-inspired cuisines including hot stone pizzas, Cumbrian roasted coffee blends, and a mouth-watering choice of tapas."

"This lively cafe-bar seems to have become everyone’s favourite hangout in Keswick – thanks no doubt to its superb thin-based pizzas, excellent wine and craft beer selection, alongside a regular programme of live gigs. With its big wooden bar and packed-in tables, it feels rather continental – and the coffee is hands-down one of the best in Keswick."

"When we arrived in Ambleside, Zeffirellis was our first port of call. This Italian-inspired vegetarian restaurant is also owned by the same people as Fellinis & Ambleside Manor and is a little more casual than its sister restaurant. Their speciality is pizza and pasta dishes, with lots of vegan options available."

"Fellpack is a welcoming spot that prides itself on being a hub for adventurers, mountain lovers and daring foodies, providing a space to join together after a day around the lakes. Fusing worldly flavours and innovative cuisine, this trendy Keswick restaurant is sure to keep you coming back for more. Fellpack is one of the most popular restaurants in Keswick town centre, featuring unique comfort food, tasty cocktails and warming coffees."

"This on-trend cafe specialises in fell pots; a Lakeland-style Buddha bowl, incorporating an all-in-one meal such as sweet potato and curry, smoked macaroni and peas or braised chilli beef – all freshly made and flavour-packed. Flatbreads and baguettes are offered, too, for lunch to go. The food here is zingy and imaginative and it’s also open three nights a week for dinner."

"Located in the heart of Lake District, The Apple Pie is an independent, family run, cafe and bakery serving fresh and quality products everyday to regular visitors, passing tourists and loyal locals. Dog friendly in certain areas of the cafe. Email: info@applepieambleside.co.uk"

"For a quick lunch stop, you won't go far wrong at this friendly little caff, which serves stuffed sandwiches, hot pies, baked spuds and yummy cakes (the apple pie is a local legend). Everything is available..."

"26/05/2021: Melt in the mouth pastry on a generous layer of apple; what more could you ask for?. And great coffee as well!"

"15/03/2021: Our neighbors has told us about Morrel's and of course we had walked past this restaurant a number of times but we had never been drawn inside. The menu was however a real treat and we are so delighted that we decided to spend our evening here. We usually dine out once a week and this was a good choice."

"Probably the best option in Keswick for a sit-down dinner, Morrel’s is an attractive restaurant majoring in British bistro-style food. Glossy wood, spotlights and glass give it a refined feel."

"Lucy’s has been around, in one form or another for 20-odd years, & now offers the delightful deli, the main restaurant, bistro & cooking ..."

"On the edge of Lake Windermere in the Lake District National Park, Merewood Country House Hotel was built in 1812 and retains many original features. In 20 acres of landscaped gardens, this hotel offers free on-site parking and Wi-Fi. In addition to breakfast, Merewood Country House Hotel offers an extensive restaurant menu showcasing regional produce such as Cumberland sausage, locally caught trout and Cumbrian cheeses and chutneys."

"Merewood Country House Hotel was originally built in 1812 and it still maintains some of the historically, elegant features. There are many acres of lanscaped gardens here for guests to explore. Afternoon tea is provided at the hotel for guests, along with regular breakfast."

"Temperance Inn which allows you to take your own drinks and they do not charge corkage !. Wonderful home made food in a stunning location. Available to hire for private groups up to 30."

"One of the best rainy day places to visit in Windermere for families, Wray Castle is a rambling mock-Gothic castle with masses of indoor and outdoor space. Things to do include dressing up, giant foam brick building & a Peter Rabbit experience. On the shore of the lake, it’s great for sunny days too ….more things to do here >>"

"Families can explore the activity rooms inside the castle, where there’s plenty of space for creative play. With a natural playground in the grounds and a path to spacious grassy area on the lakeshore, its a great for the whole family whatever the weather."

"Wray Castle is a Victorian neo-gothic building at Claife in the English county of Cumbria. The house and grounds have belonged to the National Trust since 1929, but the house has only recently opened to the public on a regular basis."

"This quirky bar with a trendy interior serves Pacific-style street food in a bustling atmosphere, giving you an experience that’s unlike any other pub in Windermere. Along with regular live music evenings, they do cocktail making classes, yoga disco and private pod karaoke – this is probably the most energetic Windermere pub!. We love their Sunday lunch menu, and recommend the Flamed Pork Belly."

"Reservations, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Digital Payments, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music"

"Tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the busier streets, Churchill’s Tavern is home to a large beer garden and serves a nice selection of drinks at a very reasonable price. The staff are welcoming and friendly, and are quick with their service – that’s one way to keep hungry and thirsty customers happy. Situated close to the lake, this dog-friendly pub is a great stop for affordable food and drinks in a classic Cumbria pub setting."

"The Wainwright is a charming pub in Keswick town centre, reopened in 2015 after extensive refurbishment. With the words “We don’t do fast food, we do good food as fast as we can” positioned proudly on their wall, you can expect to find a great range of locally sourced pub grub. The Wainwright has eight impressive real ales on tap so you’ll be able to taste a variety of beers from Cumbria."

"Runners up in the West Cumbria branch of the CAMRA (Campaign for Real Ale) Pub of The Year awards 2016, the Wainwright is a small but lovely pub at the end of the pedestrianised area of Keswick. Sit with your drinks and enjoy retro footage of some local walks showing on the TV."