107 British Restaurants near Ambleside

We found 107 British restaurants within 28 miles 28 miles of Ambleside

Ambleside is a small town in Cumbria, which marks the head of Windermere, England’s largest lake clocking in at an astonishing 10.5 miles long. The Lake District is among one of the most popular holiday destinations in the UK, loved by ramblers, cross country walkers and campers alike. Ambleside may be small, but the town has plenty of restaurants worthy of a visit. Ambleside restaurants range from high-end affairs headed up by celebrity chefs which have been awarded Michelin stars, through to cosy independent bistros. This means that the area can cater to pretty much your every culinary whim, whether you are in the mood for a once-in-a-lifetime tasting menu full of pomp and precision, or you just want a plate of something hot from a crowd-pleasing menu.

Check out all of our local Ambleside restaurants below and we are sure that at least one will catch your attention.

British Restaurants near Ambleside
British Restaurants near Ambleside
British Restaurants near Ambleside
British Restaurants near Ambleside
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Hillthwaite

Hillthwaite

Windermere, LA23 2DF
4.6 miles
Welcome to the Hillthwaite restaurant where you will be treated to the very best of European cuisine with a modern twist and a local touch. In the search of ... Find out more
The Flying Pig

The Flying Pig

Bowness-on-Windermere, LA23 3BZ
4.7 miles
The Flying Pig is a traditional family friendly Lakeland pub, offering fantastic seasonal food, made using only the finest freshest locally sourced in ... Find out more
BAHA

BAHA

Bowness on Windermere, LA23 3EB
4.8 miles
Spread over three floors in Windermere is the impressive BAHA, a one-stop-shop for live entertainment, food and flowing drinks. The menu is a little differe ... Find out more
Porto Restaurant

Porto Restaurant

Bowness-on-Windermere, LA23 3EB
4.8 miles
The Boathouse - Windermere

The Boathouse - Windermere

Bowness-on-Windermere, LA23 3JQ
5.3 miles
Enjoy a coffee, light lunch or something a little more substantial as you unwind with a drink overlooking the boats on Windermere Marina. (Subject to curren ... Find out more
Henrock at Linthwaite House

Henrock at Linthwaite House

Bowness-on-Windermere, LA23 3JA
5.6 miles
Surrounded by immaculately manicured gardens and boasting stunning views over Lake Windermere, Linthwaite House hotel is the perfect setting for Michelin-st ... Find out more
The Terrace Restaurant

The Terrace Restaurant

Ambleside, LA22 9JD
5.6 miles
Presenting stunning vistas over the Lake District from the water's edge, The Terrace Restaurant at the Langdale Hotel and Spa invites all diners to enjoy ... Find out more
Purdey's

Purdey's

Ambleside, LA22 9TD
5.6 miles
Recognised with 2 AA Rosettes for excellent cuisine, the award-winning Purdey's Restaurant at The Langdale Hotel and Spa showcases local, seasonal produce. ... Find out more
The Ryebeck Country House and Restaurant

The Ryebeck Country House and Restaurant

Bowness-on-Windermere, LA23 3JP
5.7 miles
Formerly known as Fayrer Garden, this Lakeland retreat is now reaping the benefits of a major refurb and a change of tack, although most of the original tea ... Find out more
The Bluebird Café by the Lake

The Bluebird Café by the Lake

Coniston, LA21 8AN
6.2 miles
What we think
" Named after Donald Campbell’s record-breaking boat, The Bluebird was once a rough-and-ready caff where you could get a decent toasted sarnie before ..." Read our full review
Mark Greenaway at the Haweswater Hotel

Mark Greenaway at the Haweswater Hotel

Bampton, CA10 2RP
8.9 miles
If you're looking for the ultimate Lake District experience, let us introduce The Haweswater Hotel, and in particular, Mark Greenaway's self-titled in- ... Find out more
Brasserie 37

Brasserie 37

Bampton, CA10 2RP
9.0 miles
Brasserie 37 is located on the picturesque Lakeside Road, Bampton, guests can enjoy stunning Cumbrian waterside views, sat beside the brasserie’s roar ... Find out more
The Punchbowl Inn & Restaurant

The Punchbowl Inn & Restaurant

Kendal, LA8 8HR
9.1 miles
What we think
"A handsomely renovated, rambling stone building, the Punchbowl sits back off the road from Kendal to nowhere, overseeing the stunningly lush Lyth Valle ..." Read our full review
Masons Arms

Masons Arms

Unknown, LA11 6NW
9.3 miles
What we think
"The well-loved Masons Arms is a Cumbrian classic. Perched on the hillside with Lakeland views in all directions, the setting is glorious & the inte ..." Read our full review
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The best Ambleside restaurants offer a reprieve from a long day of exploring the stunning natural landscape of the area, whether you are making your way around on foot, by bicycle or car. When you think of restaurants in Ambleside, your mind might immediately wander to the upmarket restaurants here which attract much attention from both local and national media. However, there are plenty more casual Ambleside restaurants on the, ahem, table, including restaurants which welcome families with children and even our four-legged friends.

As with all popular UK holiday destinations, Ambleside restaurants often double up as hotels, bed and breakfasts and restaurants with rooms, making them perfect for overnight stays or long weekends. Check out our full list of restaurants in Ambleside above and click through to each individual listing to learn more about each restaurant, including the opening times, menus and pictures of the food, drinks and interiors.