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Food For Thought – The Best Of Cumbrian Produce!

Venturing into the culinary wonders of the Lake District, we set out to uncover the best spots serving up two local favourites: the Sticky Toffee Pudding, and the Cumberland Sausage.

By analysing TripAdvisor ‘excellent’ ratings, mentions of the region’s staple dishes, and restaurant popularity, we were able to create a standardised score to show top 10 best places for both Sticky Toffee Pudding, and Cumberland Sausage, across Lake District restaurants.

Top 10 Sticky Toffee Puddings – Lake District

RankRestaurantScore
1Cartmel Village Shop4.68
2Lewis’s Bistro3.24
3Francine’s Restaurant3.10
4Matthew’s Bistro2.99
5Pheasant Inn Keswick2.81
6Lamplighter dining rooms2.80
7Cavendish Arms Restaurant2.78
8Sheila’s Cottage Restaurant2.49
9Priest Hole2.48
10Traveller’s Rest Grasmere2.12

A cut above the rest, Cartmel Village Shop secured a score of 4.68 thanks to its excellent reviews. Customers mentioned their beloved and world-famous Sticky Toffee Pudding in 66% of reviews. The best part? It’ll only cost you £2. 

In second place with a score of 3.24 is Lewis’s Bistro, a small but spectacular family run establishment based in Grasmere. Sticky Toffee Pudding was mentioned 93 times in their reviews, and a huge 71% of reviews were rated ‘excellent’.

Third is Francine’s with a score of 3.1. This continental style coffee house and restaurant, located in Windermere, offer exclusive evening dining. They boast the highest ratio of ‘excellent’ TripAdvisor reviews at 70%.

Top 10 Cumberland Sausage – Lake District

RankRestaurantScore
1The Kingfisher4.96
2The Apple Pie Cafe4.07
3Greens Cafe & Bistro3.92
4Pheasant Inn (Keswick)3.71
5The Pheasant Inn (Grange Over Sands)3.55
6Tebay Services3.54
7Sheila’s Cottage Restaurant3.33
8The Black Bull Restaurant3.12
9The Flying Pig2.96
10Ratty Arms2.80

Ranking number one with a score of 4.96, The Kingfisher, a sit down or takeaway traditional chippy. Based in Keswick, nearly 70% of its reviews are rated ‘excellent’, with their renowned Cumberland Sausage dish mentioned in 6% of these. 

In second we have The Apple Pie Cafe, with a score of 4.07. This cafe and bakery house located in Ambleside is small but mighty, and packed with flavourful dishes both sweet and savoury. With nearly 60% of reviews rated ‘excellent’, it was voted one of the top 10 places to eat in the Lake District by the Guardian previously. 

Greens Cafe & Bistro comes in third with a score of 3.92. This quaint cafe located in Grasmere had the highest ratio of excellent reviews at 72%, with Cumberland sausage mentioned 38 times. You can visit from 9.30am – 4pm to enjoy a range of meals with locally sourced ingredients. 

Our General Manager, Dan Fairweather, commented on the results: 

“As we approach the Easter break, there’s no better way to indulge in the essence of the Lake District than by exploring its culinary gems.“With fresh menus, and world famous regional dishes like those mentioned, it’s the perfect time to visit.”

“To make the most of your Easter getaway, my tip is to plan well ahead. The Lake District is a popular destination for family getaways, especially during Spring – so securing a comfortable base of accommodation is key to reach all the places on your list.”

From Cartmel Village Shop’s affordable delight to The Kingfisher’s traditional chippy charm, these spots embody the flavours of the region.

For those seeking a touch of luxury, we invite you to explore our selection of luxury self-catering accommodation, providing the perfect backdrop to explore the local area and offering.

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