157 Restaurants near Ambleside

We found 157 restaurants within 29 miles 29 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.

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Restaurants near Ambleside
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Rothay Manor Hotel

Rothay Manor Hotel

Ambleside, LA22 0EH
0.3 miles
£50 - £79Afternoon teaBistroBritishCheeseFishFrenchModern EuropeanVegetarian
Luxury Lake District boutique hotel Rothay Manor sits right in the heart of beautiful Ambleside, and boasts an elegant in-house restaurant that serves every ... Find out more
SOURCE at Gilpin Hotel

SOURCE at Gilpin Hotel

Windermere, LA23 3NE
6.0 miles
Gold InternationalModern EuropeanOver £80
What we think
"The Gilpin Hotel was long synonymous with Hrishikesh Desai and his highly-regarded restaurant HRiSHi. The flagship has now become SOURCE at Gilpin Hote ..." Read our full review
Gilpin Spice

Gilpin Spice

Windermere, LA23 3NE
6.1 miles
£30 - £49Pan Asian
What we think
"Windermere’s Gilpin Hotel has a fine reputation as an idyllic spa and dining destination, and the hotel decided to ring the changes at the end of ..." Read our full review
Holbeck Ghyll

Holbeck Ghyll

Ambleside, LA23 1LU
1.5 miles
Bronze BritishModern EuropeanOver £80
What we think
"Fabulous surroundings and stunning views over Lake Windermere are a huge bonus at Holbeck Ghyll, and there’s plenty going on inside this Victoria ..." Read our full review
The Priest Hole

The Priest Hole

Ambleside, LA22 0BU
0.2 miles
BritishUnder £30
The Priest Hole Restaurant is an integral part of Kelsick Old Hall, an ancient structure nestled in the enchanting village of Ambleside, at the heart of the ... Find out more
BAHA

BAHA

Bowness on Windermere, LA23 3EB
4.8 miles
£30 - £49British
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
The Pheasant Inn - Cockermouth

The Pheasant Inn - Cockermouth

Cockermouth, CA13 9YE
19.9 miles
£50 - £79BritishPubs
What we think
"This charming 17th-century inn close to Bassenthwaite Lake has pretty much got it all, from a cottage garden for summer cocktails to a chintzy lounge w ..." Read our full review
The Jumble Room

The Jumble Room

Ambleside, LA22 9SU
3.3 miles
£30 - £49GastropubModern European
What we think
"The name speaks of relaxed surroundings & fun decor, & that’s exactly what you'll find here: check out the retro 12-inch album covers on ..." Read our full review
The Samling

The Samling

Windermere, LA23 1LR
3.5 miles
£50 - £79Modern European
The Derby Arms

The Derby Arms

Grange-Over-Sands, LA11 6RH
13.7 miles
£30 - £49British
The Derby Arms joined the Ainscoughs portfolio in December 2008 after extensive restoration and in keeping with the Ainscough reputation, we serve good ... Find out more
Gillam's Tea Room

Gillam's Tea Room

Unknown, LA12 7LT
17.0 miles
Under £30Vegetarian
What we think
"The Gillam family has been trading tea & coffee in Ulverston since 1892, as the original sepia photographs on the walls of this friendly tearoom te ..." Read our full review
The Trout Hotel Bistro

The Trout Hotel Bistro

Cockermouth, CA13 0EJ
23.1 miles
£50 - £79International
The Terrace Bistro offers guests a spacious and contemporary setting to relish in exceptional food and drink in the company of loved ones.   Cont ... Find out more
Mark Greenaway at the Haweswater Hotel

Mark Greenaway at the Haweswater Hotel

Bampton, CA10 2RP
8.9 miles
£50 - £79British
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
The Yewdale Inn

The Yewdale Inn

Coniston, LA21 8DU
6.2 miles
£30 - £49Italian
Our pub and restaurant offer a fantastic range of seasonal and classic pub dishes, made using only the finest, freshest, locally sourced ingredients. F ... Find out more
The Albion - Milnthorpe

The Albion - Milnthorpe

Milnthorpe, LA5 0HA
16.4 miles
Under £30
Nestling on the shore of the beautiful Kent Estuary, The Albion boasts stunning views over the water – it’s the perfect spot to unwind and maybe ... Find out more
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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.
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