162 Restaurants near Ambleside

We found 162 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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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 Hare & Hounds

The Hare & Hounds

Windermere, LA11 6NN
9.4 miles
Gastropub
What we think
"Nestled in a fold of the stunning Winster Valley, just a couple of miles from Windermere, this handsome, whitewashed coaching inn has received a consid ..." Read our full review
The Pig & Whistle Cartmel

The Pig & Whistle Cartmel

Grange-Over-Sands, LA11 6PL
15.9 miles
£30 - £49BritishGastropub
What we think
"Like Heston Blumenthal in Bray, Simon Rogan is taking a firm grip on his adopted village and its local eateries. With Michelin-starred L’Enclume ..." Read our full review
The Moon Highgate

The Moon Highgate

Kendal, LA9 4EN
11.3 miles
BritishModern European
Heft

Heft

Grange-over-Sands, LA11 6JH
13.3 miles
BritishGastropubOver £80
Set in the stunning Lake District National Park, Heft is a 17th century inn in High Newton run by local couple Kevin and Nicola Tickle. This warm and i ... Find out more
The Horse and Farrier

The Horse and Farrier

Threlkeld, CA12 4SQ
13.7 miles
£30 - £49British
The Horse and Farrier which for centuries has been welcoming customers lies just off the A66 to the East of Keswick under spectacular Blencathera. ... Find out more
The Hest Bank

The Hest Bank

Lancaster, LA2 6DN
24.2 miles
£30 - £49British
Here at Hest Bank, we pride ourselves on quality of service and products, from our pubs traditional bar, to our more contemporary dining a ... Find out more
The Wasdale Head Inn

The Wasdale Head Inn

Holmrook, CA20 1EX
12.2 miles
£30 - £49Pubs
What we think
" You can’t miss this pub at the very end of the single-track road into Wasdale; it has the word ‘inn’ painted in huge black letters on its whitewashe ..." Read our full review
FYR Grill at North Lakes Hotel and Spa

FYR Grill at North Lakes Hotel and Spa

Penrith, CA11 8QT
17.7 miles
£50 - £79Afternoon teaBritishHotel BarsVegetarian
FYR is the restaurant at the North Lakes Hotel & Spa, and offers up a selection of grilled meats and tasty fine-dining dishes in its open-plan, theatre- ... Find out more
The Crafty Scholar Lancaster

The Crafty Scholar Lancaster

Lancaster, LA1 1LP
27.0 miles
£30 - £49British
The Crafty Scholar is a friendly venue offering delicious food, great drinks and unforgettable experiences. Come and visit us for any occasion includ ... Find out more
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
Walton's Bar & Grill

Walton's Bar & Grill

Kendal, LA9 4BD
11.2 miles
£30 - £49British
The menu at Walton’s Bar & Grill changes frequently and includes seasonal specials according to availability from local suppliers and therefor ... Find out more
The Morecambe Hotel

The Morecambe Hotel

Morecambe, LA4 5HX
24.8 miles
£50 - £79British
The Morecambe Hotel is a short walk from the beach in its namesake Lancastrian seaside resort. Originally a 19th century coaching inn, the building was reno ... Find out more
Askham Hall

Askham Hall

Penrith, CA10 2PF
15.0 miles
£50 - £79British
Locally reared chef Richard Swale has created a destination restaurant within this romantic manor house (now a small hotel) near Penrith. Swale trained with ... Find out more
The General Burgoyne

The General Burgoyne

Dalton-In-Furness, LA12 0SZ
19.6 miles
GastropubUnder £30
What we think
" In a previous life, this handsome, whitewashed inn was a Lakeland drinking den, complete with flagged floors, open fires and beams. Young owners Cra ..." 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.