Restaurants in Ambleside – Places to Eat Near Brantholme B&B

One of the many benefits of staying at Brantholme B&B in Ambleside, in the heart of the Lake District, is the fantastic choice of restaurants, pubs and places to eat, all within a few minutes’ walk of our front door. Best of all, you can leave the car in our free on-site car park and enjoy an evening out without worrying about driving.

Whether you’re looking for the best restaurants in Ambleside, a romantic dinner, traditional pub food or something quick and affordable, there’s something to suit every taste and budget. Ambleside offers everything from fine dining and gourmet restaurants to relaxed bistros, cosy pubs, freshly prepared fish and chips, bar snacks and convenient takeaways.

Fancy something different each evening? You’ll find a wide variety of international cuisine, including Chinese, Indian, Italian and Thai restaurants, alongside independent cafés and welcoming local eateries.

After a day walking the Lake District fells, exploring Lake Windermere or discovering the beautiful surrounding countryside, you can return to Brantholme, freshen up and stroll into Ambleside to enjoy a delicious evening meal.

Whether you’re planning a romantic getaway, a walking holiday or a relaxing break in the Lake District, staying at Brantholme puts you within easy walking distance of Ambleside’s excellent choice of places to eat.

Explore our favourite restaurants in Ambleside below and discover why Brantholme B&B is an ideal base for enjoying the local food scene, with great dining options just around the corner.

For Lunch

Cafe Treff , Zefferellis, Flying Fleece, Dodd's, The Apple Pie, Stile's, Daisy's Cafe, Bilbo's Cafe & Rattle Gill Cafe. The YHA and Chesters and Mistos.

Evening Meal

Zefferellis, Dodd's, Sheilas Cottage , Flying Fleece, Matthew's Bistro, Tarantella's, The Priest Hole, The Old Stamp House, Jintana (Thai), Doi Intanon (also Thai), Spice of Bengal, Lake Road Kitchen to name a few. All are within walking distance of our Ambleside B&B.

For the vegetarians and vegans out there Zefferellis, Rattle Gill Cafe and Chester's by the River are all fully vegetarian and have vegan options too.

There are also a fantastic range of sandwich shops & takeaways just a short walk away and two fish and chip shops, one just at the end of the road.