Restaurants near King Kong Statue

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87 restaurants available nearby

1. Pooley bridge inn

4.4

Awesome(847)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Penrith

Booked 28 times today

This wonderful inn is located in the centre of the pretty little village of Pooley Bridge, only moments from the edge of Ullswater Lake. Our spacious, traditional bar features open fires, free WIFI and a relaxing ambiance, which welcomes both dogs and children. On warmer days, enjoy our pleasant outside tables both in our beautiful front garden, and the peace of the Stable Courtyard away from the village bustle. Call us or pop in and say hello!

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2. The Cross Keys Inn

4.4

Awesome(284)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Penrith

Booked 10 times today

Welcome to The Cross Keys Inn, we look forward to serving you!

3. TJ’S

4.1

Excellent(547)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Home cooking • Penrith

Booked 4 times today

Welcome to TJ's Bar and Restaurant.We are located at Parkfoot Holiday Park by the shore of Ullswater Lake, a short walk from Pooley Bridge.We serve fresh home cooked food, burgers and steak from the grill and also have a busy takeaway service serving homemade pizzas and other tasty alternatives.Please NoteWe only reserve our restaurant dining area, the bar area is a first come basis and will not be reserved for entertainment.We operate on a card only basis, cash will not be accepted. Food and drink from the Restaurant is ordered separately.

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4. The Highland Drove Inn

4.7

Exceptional(38)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Penrith

Booked 3 times today

MONDAY & TUESDAY is 2 courses for £25 p/personWEDNESDAY is Pie and Burger nightTHURSDAY to SUNDAY is our locally sourced main monthly menu.We’re a 17th century dog friendly coaching inn run by husband and wife team Tom and Claire. There isn’t a straight line in the place and we’ve kept the old character of the pub while injecting some more contemporary charm of our own. Our monthly menu showcases the best the local area has to offer featuring things like hogget reared in the village and wild garlic picked from local woodland. Our bar is stocked with locally brewed hand pulled ales, a wide variety of spirits and a good selection on tap with bar snacks alongside at the weekend. New for this year we now have a beautiful outdoor seating and dining area where you can catch the afternoon and early evening sun while trying to spot every one of Tom’s 32 fish (they’re not on the menu though!)

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5. Whitbarrow Village

4.5

Awesome(65)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Troutbeck

Booked 3 times today

Whitbarrow is located on the edge of the Lake District National Park, at the foot of the Blencathra Fell. The resort setting located between Penrith and Keswick Escape the ordinary, rediscover luxury and start enjoying unforgettable experiences with the ones who matter.Within being 15 minutes from the Famous Ullswater what a better way than to end the day in the Lakes than to relax in our cosy Bar & Restaurant, When the sun goes down enjoy the atmosphere of the Acorn lighting and the terrace over looking the Fells.

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6. Regency Restaurant at Macdonald Leeming House

3.4

Very Good(15)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• British • Ullswater

For the finest in Cumbrian Lake District dining, this beautiful restaurant in Waterwillock comes complete with 22 acres of gardens, a helipad and private access to the shores of Ullswater. In other words, this 200 year old retreat is the James Bond of country house hotels, and therefore a popular choice for weddings and private parties. The acclaimed Regency Restaurant is just another reason why Leeming House is such a desirable destination. The dining room – decorated with plush carpets, garden-fresh roses and theatrical drapes – enjoys panoramic views of the gardens and lake, and the modern British menu includes favourites such as the pan-fried coley with crushed potatoes, and the glazed lemongrass tart.

7. Merienda

4.6

Exceptional(397)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Keswick

Booked 5 times today

Keswick is one of the most scenic parts of the Lake District – which in itself is up there with the most scenic parts of the United Kingdom – and in the very heart of the town, you can find Merienda on the Main Street, whose food is about as beautiful as the surroundings. We offer wholesome, uncomplicated food in a homely ambience, and you can enjoy it any time of day, from a quality morning pick-me-up (We are serious about coffee and use quality Merienda's exclusive espresso blend from Darkhouse Coffee Roasters, Keswick) and hearty breakfast, to a range of delicious cakes and filling sandwiches, to a scintillating evening dinner menu accompanied by a range of fine wines and quality beers. Fresh, seasonal ingredients are the focus of a menu filled with British classics and dishes inspired from around the world – reserve a table and head on down.

8. The Woodmans Arms

4.4

Awesome(3359)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 25 times today

The Woodmans Arms is a beautiful ‘country feel’ pub and dining room situated within the village of Whickham, at the top of the hill, hidden amongst rows of spectacular trees. We are more than just a venue, we are a destination worth travelling to serving classic comforting food made with love, served in cosy surroundings overlooking the most amazing views of the North East.We are the proud winner of the Newcastle Chronicle’s Eddy Eats’ pub of the year for character, quality, service and value. UK top 3 in the Seafish National Fish and Chip awards 2019 and Diners’ choice award for best ambience. Best British Pub Pie winner for 2020.We support our local farmers, and work closely with a number of local suppliers to ensure the very best fresh produce. All our food is cooked freshly to order so whether it be a bar snack, light bite, leisurely lunch, evening meal or Sunday Roast it is safe to say that you will in safe hands.

9. The Royal

4.6

Exceptional(1967)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pub • Bolton-le-Sands

Booked 56 times today

At The Royal Hotel in Bolton le Sands, we pride ourselves on catering for all your needs in a warm and friendly environment. We'll make sure that our pub is somewhere you're always relaxed, whether by yourself, with friends or with family. Come and visit us, drop in, feel at home. We look forward to seeing you soon.

10. Rickerby Retreat

4.4

Awesome(309)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Bistro • Carlisle

Booked 7 times today

Rickerby Retreat Bar has a Rooftop terrace and serves light lunches and Afternoon Tea. We also have a Spa which offer luxurious ESPA treatments, CND Nails, Lycon waxing and a swimming pool.

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Updated on 2025-02-16

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emma
Leicestershire •7 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Warm welcome with excellent service . Staff very friendly and food great .
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Whitbarrow VillagePrice: Moderate• British• Troutbeck
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4.5
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Dorothy
Cumbria •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Our first meal at this restaurant and we were really impressed. So much so than rather than go into Pooley Bridge we have booked another two nights meals here
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TJ’SPrice: Expensive• Home cooking• Penrith
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4.1
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Paul
Cumbria •3 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
The food is very good, but goes cool quickly as it is served on cold plates! The place would get full marks if it wasn’t for this.
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The Highland Drove InnPrice: Moderate• British• Penrith
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4.7
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Amanda
London •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 1, 2025
The Pooley bridge Inn is our favourite restaurant in Pooley Bridge as it’s so dog friendly and the service is superb and the food is always delicious. Can’t fault it to be honest
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Pooley bridge innPrice: Moderate• British• Penrith
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4.4
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Bernice
Cumbria •1 review
4.0
Dined on Jan 17, 2025
Service was very good friendly staff provided information about soup as we sat which is always helpful Food was lovely only downside was it was a little on the cold side But it won't stop us going back
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The Cross Keys InnPrice: Moderate• British• Penrith
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4.4

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