Cafe Rouge Center Parcs Whinfell Forest

La Casita

➤ 9 Queen Street, Penrith I-CA11 7XF, United Kingdom

Carte • Sushi • Pizza • Cafés • Asiatic

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"Service was great, place was lovely but really disappointed in the food. The ingredients were clearly good quality but there was no zing, seasoning was absent. Options on the menu read really well innovative and interesting but the cooking was a million miles away from the good quality meals we have enjoyed in Spain. The belly pork was chewy, not slow cooked and rendered, the zarzuela was acceptable. I didnt have any fried options and that might have made a difference. All the plates came out at the same time rather than in a trickle. If I had had the four tapas option midweek then I might have been happy but at full price this was a miss. I will give it another chance but at the moment its not a go to place. Vegetarian options: Actually thought the vegi options were quite good considering."

Four & Twenty

➤ 42 King Street Penrith, Cumbria CA11 7AY, United Kingdom

Carte • Kebab • Seafood • Mexican • Fast Food

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"The best meal for our 4-day trip in Lake District. First of all, we received a very warm (on a wet and chilly day) and friendly welcome. The 2-course lunch menu we had was approaching fine dining quality but cost only 23 GBP. You may have a 3-course menu (starter, main and dessert) at 3 GBP more. That is absolutely value for money. This is a casual bistro style restaurant which also offers wine pairing. The recommended wines seemed to be very solid and reasonably priced. Too bad I could not taste any of them as I had to drive back to Glasgow after lunch. Overall, an ideal place to stop over for a meal if you pass by Penrith on your way to or back from the Lake District."

The Lemon Tree Cafe Bistro

➤ Devonshire Arcade, CA11 7SX, Eden, United Kingdom

Carte • Cafe • Steak • Coffee • Cheese

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"After searching for a place for lunch with gluten and dairy free options, we found the Lemon Tree as a place to go on our first trip to Penrith. We met up with a friend for coffee/tea there, and decided to go back for lunch. The staff were very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable on their allergens, even pointing out that the tartare sauce had cream in after it was ordered. Two of us had the steak, vegetables and fried potatoes, and one had the sea-bass, vegetables and boiled potatoes, all off the specials menus for the day. It was nice to have a choice of mains for the gluten and dairy free, and the food was all freshly cooked and hot. The gluten and dairy free orange and almond cake was home made and delicious, as was the home made fruit bread and butter (this could also have been gluten free as an option). For drinks, the home made lemonade was amazing, as was the oat milk latte, and the tea was a generous pot of strong brew with separate water served. We would very happily go back there again any time we are in Penrith."

The Cross Keys Inn

➤ Carleton, Eden, United Kingdom

Carte • Cafés • Steak • Coffee • Asiatic

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"I phoned to reserve to find courteous and very helpful staff. When we arrived we found the room that was booked for us was fabulous! It was everything we needed, travelling with our year old Labrador. We went for a short walk to settle...our dog and then went into the pub for dinner. The barman poured me a pint of local ale, which didn’t look great and before I could say anything, he apologised profusely and asked if I mind waiting a couple of minutes whist he changed the barrel, I waited about minutes and boy was it worth it!! The menu was not extensive and as a chef that was a good sign. But there was more than enough variety to please most tastes. My wife had a steak, which was classically presented and cooked to perfection. I had pan fried Bass fillets (again beautifully cooked) on an outstanding buttery, lemon and prawn risotto. One of the best risottos I had since visiting Venice!! I’m now hunting for reasons to come this way again!!"

Woodstone Pizza Grill

➤ Princes Street, Eden, United Kingdom, CA11 7BQ

Carte • Pizza • Steak • Vegan • British

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"Great dining experience! The food was delicious and the perfect way to refuel after a day of hiking. We started with the large prawn cocktail and BBQ bonanza, followed by a 15-inch 50/50 pizza that we couldn't finish so we got a doggy box for the leftovers. Everything was made fresh in-house and the staff were fantastic, making our evening very enjoyable. Highly recommend this restaurant."