Cavendish Restaurant at Chatsworth

4.7

2660 Reviews

£41 and over

British

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2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 14 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Good for special occasions
Fancy

Enjoy a delectable afternoon tea served on beautiful Wonderlust Wedgwood tea ware or a locally sourced and passionately prepared three course set lunch menu. If you are redeeming gift vouchers, please make sure to bring the physical voucher and confirmation email with you on the day of your visit.
To enable us to prepare for your visit, please make sure to inform us on your booking or via the phone number provided of dietary requirements.
For further Government guidance information please visit https://www.chatsworth.org/your-visit/ & https://www.chatsworth.org/terms

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
British, Afternoon Tea
Hours of Operation
Afternoon Tea Daily 11:30 am–4:00 pm
Phone number
01246 565390
Website
http://www.chatsworth.org/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
A sumptuous four course afternoon tea or three course set lunch menu are available to pre-book in the bright and beautifully decorated Cavendish restaurant. Using the best of ingredients from our award winning local suppliers, all our dishes are a real treat to enjoy within the historic surroundings of the Stables courtyard at Chatsworth House.
Private party facilities
Private dining is available to book via www.chatsworth.org£60 per person including a reception drink, a four course lunch, or four course afternoon tea. Upgrade options are available to pre-order or on the day.

Location
Chatsworth, Bakewell, Derbyshire DE45 1PP
Neighbourhood
Bakewell
Parking details
The house car park – conveniently located next to the house, garden, stables and farmyard – is open every day until 7pm. Parking is free with all tickets booked online. Calton Lees car park is located at the southern end of the park and is open every day until 7pm and costs £3 per vehicle.
Public transit
A number of local bus services come to Chatsworth and stop at the house. The bus stop is just a short walk from the house, garden and farmyard entrances.The closest train station to Chatsworth is Chesterfield. However, buses from Chesterfield do not come all the way into to Chatsworth. The closest bus stop is Baslow, which is 2km on foot.
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Afternoon Tea at Chatsworth
£49.50 per person
Multiple dates available
Book a luxurious four course afternoon tea experience or redeem your afternoon tea vouchers by booking here. A fabulous experience from start to finish! A light savoury starter is followed by a selection of carefully thought out finger sandwiches. A refreshing interlude follows in the form of a sorbet, before our delectable cakes complete the experience served on a beautiful Wedgwood tea stand. Enjoy as many teas as you can manage from our bespoke range supplied by Northern Tea Merchants of Chesterfield, a cafetiere or barista made coffee. A truly memorable experience.
Cavendish Set Lunch Menu
£45.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Enjoy a delicious three course meal served within the comfortable ambiance of the Cavendish Restaurant in the historic Stables courtyard at Chatsworth, created using the finest ingredients sourced from our award winning suppliers and the Chatsworth Estate. Freshly baked breads and salted butter served on arrival, followed by a choice of starters, mains and desserts from a passionately created menu. All for just £45.00per person. A two course option is available for £37.50.

Braised Shoulder of Lamb
With mashed potatoes, confit carrot and a red wine jus
Chicken Ballotine
Served with dauphinoise potatoes and tender stem broccoli
Pan Fried Sea Bass
With new potatoes, spinach and a white wine sauce
Roasted Squash
Lentil dhal and roasted squash topped with crispy shallot rings (VE)
Wild Mushroom Gnocchi
With a vegan cream sauce (VE)

Desserts

Sticky Ginger and Toffee Pudding
With a mascarpone and ginger sorbet (v)
Chocolate and Cherry Tart
With a cherry & kirsch sorbet (VE)
Blackberry Financier
Accompanied by a blackberry curd and vanilla ice cream (V)
Baileys Tiramisu (V)

What 2,660 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Derbyshire
Best Ambience
Derbyshire
Great for brunch
Derbyshire
Healthy
Derbyshire
Romantic
Derbyshire
Great for scenic views
Derbyshire
Good for special occasions
Derbyshire
Vegetarian-friendly
Derbyshire
British

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Cavendish Restaurant at Chatsworth offers a "delightful venue" for afternoon tea and special celebrations. Guests praise the "exceptional service," with knowledgeable, attentive staff enhancing the experience. The "beautiful setting" and "delicious food" make it a memorable choice. While some find it pricey, many agree it's "worth every penny" for special occasions.

2,660 Reviews

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Kristy
Derbyshire1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a lovely afternoon tea in the Cavendish restaurant. Paul was very warm and welcoming and also very attentive and was very knowledgeable on the menu and the tea to accompany it. The raspberry and blood orange possett was our favourite.
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Fiona
Cheshire1 review
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great setting for a leisurely lunch - food and service perfect in every way in a lovely serene atmosphere. A great setting to treat my friend on her 80th birthday!
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Tracey
Derbyshire1 review
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We really enjoyed our meal, the staff were outstanding
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Sue
Derbyshire1 review
5.0
Dined on February 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a voucher without that , it was £49.50 per person. We had a different tea with each element of the afternoon tea. A very good service, food was amazing.
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Sue
Cambridge2 reviews
3.0
Dined on February 28, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Sadly not as good as usual. Changes in staff, service felt rushed and was not as attentive as usual, warm bread promised on the menu was served cold. Starters, mains and desserts were tasty and well presented but it just didn’t feel the same. The Cavendish has always been a special place for lunch and afternoon tea and it would be a great shame if it became just like everywhere else☹️
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Adrian
Derbyshire1 review
5.0
Dined on February 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Made to feel like we were the only couple dinning. Atmosphere was relaxed, staff friendly, helpful and attentive. No rush between courses. Food and drink exceptional. 100% recommend.
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Paul
Derbyshire4 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Still a pleasure to be served great food. Very nice atmosphere.
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Libby
Derbyshire1 review
5.0
Dined on February 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Came to the Cavendish for my 60th birthday afternoon tea, had the most enjoyable experience, the staff from start to finish were amazing, helpful, and informative, food was so lovely and fresh, would recommend this to anyone, Thank you for making my afternoon very special.
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Graham
Derbyshire1 review
5.0
Dined on February 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Helpful and pleasant Staff excellent food back again soon
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Rob
Derbyshire1 review
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful location, served by several wonderful staff who were very attentive, professional, and really helped bring the place together. Food was very impressive and drunks to match. Zero complaints. Thanks to Paul who mainly served us.
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FAQs

Cavendish Restaurant at Chatsworth is rated 4.7 stars by 2660 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 14 times today

Experiences are available.

Google Map for Cavendish Restaurant at Chatsworth

Chatsworth, Bakewell, Derbyshire DE45 1PP

Additional information

Neighbourhood
Bakewell
Hours of Operation
Afternoon Tea Daily 11:30 am–4:00 pm
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
British, Afternoon Tea
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
The house car park – conveniently located next to the house, garden, stables and farmyard – is open every day until 7pm. Parking is free with all tickets booked online. Calton Lees car park is located at the southern end of the park and is open every day until 7pm and costs £3 per vehicle.
Public transit
A number of local bus services come to Chatsworth and stop at the house. The bus stop is just a short walk from the house, garden and farmyard entrances.The closest train station to Chatsworth is Chesterfield. However, buses from Chesterfield do not come all the way into to Chatsworth. The closest bus stop is Baslow, which is 2km on foot.
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.chatsworth.org/
Phone number
01246 565390
Catering
A sumptuous four course afternoon tea or three course set lunch menu are available to pre-book in the bright and beautifully decorated Cavendish restaurant. Using the best of ingredients from our award winning local suppliers, all our dishes are a real treat to enjoy within the historic surroundings of the Stables courtyard at Chatsworth House.
Private party facilities
Private dining is available to book via www.chatsworth.org£60 per person including a reception drink, a four course lunch, or four course afternoon tea. Upgrade options are available to pre-order or on the day.

Cavendish Restaurant at Chatsworth

Make a reservation

Additional information

Experiences

Afternoon Tea at Chatsworth

Cavendish Set Lunch Menu

Menu

To Begin

Warm Bread and Salted Butter

First Course

Winter Vegetable Soup

Derbyshire Beef Carpaccio

Chicken Liver Parfait

Smoked Salmon

Main Course

Braised Shoulder of Lamb

Chicken Ballotine

Pan Fried Sea Bass

Roasted Squash

Wild Mushroom Gnocchi

Desserts

Sticky Ginger and Toffee Pudding

Chocolate and Cherry Tart

Blackberry Financier

Baileys Tiramisu (V)

What 2,660 people are saying

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Review summary

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