161 Restaurants near Ambleside

We found 161 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.

Restaurants near Ambleside
Restaurants near Ambleside
Restaurants near Ambleside
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Rothay Manor Hotel

Rothay Manor Hotel

Ambleside, LA22 0EH
0.3 miles
£50 - £79Afternoon teaBistroBritishFrenchModern 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
Gilpin Spice at Gilpin Hotel

Gilpin Spice at Gilpin Hotel

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
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, but as of 2023 The Gilpin set about ringing the c ..." 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 Forest Side

The Forest Side

Grasmere, LA22 9RN
3.3 miles
Gold BritishModern EuropeanOver £80
What we think
"The Lakes can feel inaccessible without your own car, but for those public transport users amongst you, The Forest Side couldn’t be easier to get ..." Read our full review
Hillthwaite

Hillthwaite

Windermere, LA23 2DF
4.6 miles
£30 - £49BritishScottish
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
Afternoon Tea at Clare House

Afternoon Tea at Clare House

Grange-Over-Sands, LA11 7HQ
16.7 miles
£30 - £49Afternoon teaBritish
The Highland Drove Inn

The Highland Drove Inn

penrith, CA119NA
23.0 miles
£30 - £49British
Great food and a charming ambiance with a touch of nostalgia in the air. The Highland Drove Inn is located in a 18th century coaching house with views of th ... Find out more
Ye Olde Fleece Inn

Ye Olde Fleece Inn

Kendal, LA9 4SX
11.1 miles
BritishGastropubUnder £30
We have a passion for what we put on your plate and are delighted to introduce a fresh new approach to pub food at the Fleece. Our investment in a complete ... Find out more
The Bay Horse

The Bay Horse

Ulverston, LA12 9EL
16.9 miles
£50 - £79BritishVegetarian
Over the years we have become synonymous for our cooking and indeed the food we prepare and serve is, in our eyes, the true meaning of our existence. All p ... Find out more
Lake View Restaurant

Lake View Restaurant

Keswick, CA12 4RE
20.6 miles
BritishOver £80
Connoisseurs of fine cuisine will find much to appreciate at Armathwaite Hall Hotel and Spa. Chef takes full advantage of a wealth of local seasonal produce ... Find out more
Now or Never (by Journey Social)

Now or Never (by Journey Social)

Lancaster, LA1 1EW
27.0 miles
BritishModern EuropeanOver £80
Now or Never is an innovative new dining concept opening in Lancaster's city centre from the team behind Journey Social, an already well-established local b ... Find out more
The New Inn at Yealand

The New Inn at Yealand

Carnforth, LA5 9SJ
20.1 miles
£30 - £49British
Our restaurant here at the New Inn, Yealand offers one of the finest dining experiences, located in the North Lancashire area. Offering modern British gastr ... Find out more
Longlands Inn & Restaurant

Longlands Inn & Restaurant

Carnforth, LA6 1JH
20.9 miles
£30 - £49British
  Using only freshly sourced Lancashire ingredients, including fresh seasonal vegetables, juicy steaks, fresh fish a ... Find out more
Redwell Inn & Smokehouse

Redwell Inn & Smokehouse

Carnforth, LA6 1BQ
23.7 miles
GastropubUnder £30
What we think
" ‘I think people are starting to learn about Lancashire’, says chef Rob Talbot – well, they will if he’s got anything to do with it. His charming 17t ..." 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.