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The Good Sister
99/100 (124 ratings)
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Spanish
European
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Vegetarian Friendly
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Contemporary
International
Vegan Options
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Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
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Brunch
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Breakfast
Cakes
Vegetarian
Salad
Falafel
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Contemporary
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Accepts Credit Cards
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Cheap Eats
"Great cafe!! Iā€™m from NZ and the coffee was one of the best since arriving in the UK. My partner is from Canada and the cinnamon buns were also..."
Annie White
"Found this quaint healthy place in Carlisle where everything is freshly made. I had the Glow Salad Bowl and my husband had the Korean chicken sushi..."
Zuzi
"We go every couple of weeks or so, and always love it. Fresh food, great cakes and coffee. The service is always friendly. This week's choice was a..."
Matt Allason
"Lovely flavoursome coffee, and one of the best coronation chicken sandwiches. Made special by the subtly pickled red onion slices. Really enjoyed the..."
Adrian Kirton
"A fantastic place to get some feel-good food! I thoroughly enjoyed my Chicken Chorizo Burrito. This is the type of place where you'll undoubtedly..."
James Noble
"First impression good, bright and clean. Menu options average, no full English here , infact nothing fried. Healthy freshly prepared food a bit..."
Robert
"Delicious food, look forward to our visit each week! Arrive early for the cinnamon..."
Ella Stevens
"Generally I have no idea how to pronounce many of the dishes but they all taste fantastic are a great price and suitable for people with allergies..."
Nick Hazlewood
"We were staying at the Travelodge a few doors down and wanted a different sort of breakfast. I had the granola and my partner had the frittata. Both..."
Phil B
"Discovered this place during COVID and it's been our go to for proper coffee and cafe food! It's also on a nice street in..."
Rachel Yow
Fells Restaurant
98/100 (204 ratings)
Restaurants
International
Vegetarian Friendly
Contemporary
British
Contemporary
Gluten Free Options
International
Vegan Options
British
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Beef
Sit down
British
Contemporary
International
Accepts Credit Cards
Private Dining
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Mid-range
"Lovely place, friendly staff and good..."
kenny dow
"Amazing restaurant with delicious food. The chefs really do go above and beyond with the dishes they make and the restaurant is beautifully..."
Alicia Blackledge
"We just ate here for our Sunday lunch and it was fantastic. The food was excellent and the service from the staff was second to none . We would very..."
Steven Routledge
"Fantastic food and great service. Hotel is getting re-furbed too and if they do anything like as good a job as they've done of the restaurant then it..."
Corinne Murphy
"Excellent food. Excellent service. Great value. Recommended 100%. You have to give it a..."
Barry Steptoe
"Great food, super tasty, great service and a fair..."
Ray Hardwick
"Had the most lovely meal on thursday night with some friends, absolutely brilliant Steak cooked perfect as was everones meal . The sevice was..."
Jackie Andrews
"The restaurant was empty when we arrived but the food was good. We left feeling really full so no major..."
jusmy mail
"Food was amazing staff great enjoyed the lot from starter main course also the chocolate torte desert great wine will be..."
Vicky Henderson
"Absolutely fantastic meal, great ambience, great service, fantastic value for money, highly recommended, will come again 5..."
Philip Reger
Pentonbridge Inn
93/100 (602 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
British
Bar
Pub
Contemporary
Vegetarian Friendly
British
Contemporary
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Breakfast
Lunch
Drinks
Strawberry
Fish & Chips
Roast Beef
Fish & chips
Beef
Key lime pie
Steak Tartare
Sorbet
Cakes
CanapƩs
Lamb
Fish
Sticky Toffee Pudding
Fish and chips
Cumbrian Pork Loin
Salad
Wine
North Sea Mackerel- Piccalilli Lemon
Scallops
Terrine
Cumbrian Shorthorn Sweetbread Peas & Wild Garlic
Salmon
Duck breast
Mille-Feuille Garden Strawberries Elderflower Honey Cream
Chicken soup
Sit down
Contemporary
British
Dog Friendly
Outdoor Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Reservations
Validated Parking
Serves Alcohol
Seating
Wine and Beer
Table Service
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Non-smoking restaurants
Drinks
Lunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Fine Dining
Mid-range
"Excellent food service was good staff very nice, our table was not cleaned between courses (crumbs and water on table) this is why 4 stars this..."
John Angus
"Fine dining at its best. Went for lunch with friends. 10 intricate and well thought out courses and 3.5 hours of great conversation. The food is..."
DJ Media
"Had the tasting menu. Couldn't fault anything. The food was amazing and the staff went out of their way to make sure you had everything you wanted...."
Mandy Kendrick
"We have visited The Pentonbridge Inn many times as we live nearby. The location is fantastic with lots of parking and great views all around. The..."
DM4U GLOBAL
"Fantastic food on the 8 course tasting menu, recently awarded Michelin star definately deserved, friendly informative staff, each bite was an..."
Azhdela Dhakada
"We had a fabulous meal, every one of the 7 courses was beautifully presented, perfectly balanced and absolutely delicious. My wife is pescatarian and..."
David Campbell
"Just a 5 minute drive from Longtown the Inn is close to the Scottish border. No longer selling cask ales I had the able substitute of Bowness Bay..."
Mark Nicholson
"Great 5 course tasting lunch. Enjoyed every course. Just the right amount of food. Very quiet in restaurant (just 2 tables if 2) but enjoyed chatting..."
Richard Wise
"5 course lunch menu was fantastic. Location on a frosty January day was beautiful. My partner is vegetarian and they put together a menu for her..."
lewis whitehead
"Amazing evening. Celebrated our wedding anniversary. Taster menu was excellent as were the staff that looked after us. Well worth a visit/stay. Great..."
Karen Dursley
Pompeii Steakhouse
92/100 (1054 ratings)
Restaurants
Contemporary
Gluten Free Options
British
Steakhouse
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
After-hours
Shrimp
Beef
Salad
Scallops
Prawns
Fish
"Fab meal, great service. We ordered the sharing platter and there was lots of meat, so much so that we couldn't fit a desert..."
David Jamieson
"Was a bit worried when the steak came and out as it was well under cooked, but that was short lived when we realized it was on a large hot stone..."
Tina Atkinson
"Incredible steak! Interesting way of serving if you go for a blue / rare steak; served raw with a screaming hot slab of salted granite. Very..."
James Howarth-Rogers
"Our favourite restaurant in Carlisle. The staff are lovely, helpful and friendly. The food is always fantastic. If you like steak this is the place..."
Claire Pearson
"Great food and great service. Admittedly the steaks are not cheap (but they are steaks, so what else do you expect?) but they are worth it. Friendly,..."
Mark Aspin
"Awesome food! The steak came to the table on a hot stone! It was super cool and I would definitely recommend this place to anyone coming to..."
Holly Jones
"Nice polite staff so helpful nothing you asked was to much or to little nice clean inviting place and the food was to die for. Well worth every penny..."
Jessica Wilkinson
"Just visited here for our first Christmas night out and absolutely loved it. Food was incredible and the hosting was lovely. Cannot wait to visit..."
mec 92
"Great food, lovely atmosphere, get to cook your own..."
JH Ong
"Best meal out for a long time. Superb steak, beautifully cooked. Knowledgeable and friendly staff, all local produce used. Would..."
wendy morgan
"Without a doubt the steak is good. My only bug with the place is, it isn't cheap and you cook the steak yourself. So although the concept is good,..."
Richard McCaffery
"Great quality local produce and quality local beers. The house wine (Melbec) was fantastic too. Made to feel very welcome...."
Alfred Brown
"Very nice Steaks cooked on a stone with a great view of Carlisle Castle to boot! Excellent service too!..."
Mike Kinsella
"šŸ‘ŒšŸ‘Is my experience in this , Cozy restaurant Serving Delicious, perfect, cooked food. Served in a surprisingly diffrent way and was helped by..."
Ben Nie
"Finally visited this restaurant and I must say it was worth the wait fillet steak delicious service and atmosphere warm and friendly definitely will..."
Pauline Dickinson
"What a unique way of serving steak! Very unique experience! Great service too! Very..."
Darren O'Keeffe-Coles
"Fantastic rib eye steak served on a hot stone, lovely triple cooked chips. Great..."
Dave Prior
"A truly wonderful restaurant, impeccable service and incredible - locally sourced -..."
elliot nichols
Assembly Restaurant
91/100 (1147 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
British
Vegetarian Friendly
European
Contemporary
Gluten Free Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Drinks
Iced coffee
Biscuit
Halibut
Flan
Sandwiches
Fresh Fruit
Mocktails
Nachos
Beef
Luxury Hot Chocolate
Rhubarb Cosmopolitan
Mango and Pineapple Cocktails
Hake
Patatas Bravas
Cakes
Lamb
Fish
Salad
Fish and chips
Scallops
Tea
Duck
Banana split
Salmon
Duck breast
"A table four eating on tasting menu. Halibut dish was personal favourite. This place is going places and a must try definitely be back again!! Thanks..."
Tony Mcdermott
"Visited Assembly room for brunch this morning, food was excellent, staff were very attentive, would definitely recommend this..."
Chloƫ Camilla Lowe
"First visit on Sunday with a large party. Food was excellent and very attentive service. Lovely selection of wine and cocktails and very friendly bar..."
Tracey Dawes Bowman
"Had afternoon tea today, our server Michael was very attentive and explained the food incredibly well, considering Iā€™m an incredibly fussy eater....."
Kerry Logan
"We went to the assembly restaurant last night for the valentines menu. The food was absolutely superb, the beef Wellington melted in your mouth it..."
Sarah Robinson
"Just been for my first visit and enjoyed afternoon tea it was absolutely wonderful, the staff were attentive and extremely professional. I've enjoyed..."
Helen Macnaughton
"Had afternoon tea today with a friend on the rooftop terrace, the food was lovely and the restaurant itself is finished to a very high standard. It..."
Katie Hales
"Fantastc! Delicious food, fantastic service (Mike), beautiful venue. Would highly recommend a..."
Susan Leech
"Wow! Absolutely amazing food excellent service and attention to detail thank you for a perfect..."
Caroline Dinham
"Called in for lunch with a friend today .food was fantastic as was the service and..."
Karen Hughes Oliphant
"Went for some food after visiting the spa. Again very nice and friendly staff. Decent prices, plenty of food šŸ± and delicious šŸ˜‹. Nice view from..."
Stefan
"Lovely afternoon drinks in the sunshine. Staff were very accommodating when we asked to move tables into the shade. We enjoyed a portion of the..."
Gill
"Absolutely delicious selection of cocktails on a 2 for 1 offer on Thursday nights from 5-8pm currently. Accompanied by the deli platter as none of us..."
Lynne Lawson
"Amazing afternoon tea from the cocktails to the cake everything was perfect and fresh and the girl that served us was very helpful and..."
Rachel Hawes
"Amazing venue for small - medium sized events as well as meeting a friend for a coffee/lunch/cocktail. Great hidden..."
Ellie Marshall
"Lovely place, staff are great. The only thing I can knock them is no children's menu, they provide high chairs..."
Elaine Grindal
"Truly exceptional food and drink in elegant surroundings with attentive staff- what more could you ask for? Strongly recommended whether dining,..."
Henry Davenport
"Lovely lunch,food excellent beautiful grounds and atmosphere. Friendly..."
gillian hetherington
"Just met up for lunch on the Terrace with a couple of friends, and the atmosphere, service, and food were excellent šŸ‘Œ Friendly staff and great..."
Kevin Collier
"Lovely food. Struggled to keep up with demand so the food took far too long to arrive. Kitchen staff / facilities? Certainly did not appear to be a..."
Peter Ovens
Barton's Yard
89/100 (761 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Bar
Contemporary
British
Bar
British
Vegetarian Friendly
Contemporary
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Breakfast
Lunch
Brunch
Tapas
Sandwiches
Eggs Benedict
Long Black
Beef
Cakes
Panacotta
Lamb
Scone
Strawberry Sorbet
Fish
Caramel Shortbread
Pancakes
Tea
Strawberry daiquiri
Bacon and Sausage Roll
Beers
Mackerel and Beetroot
Cheese souffle
Carrot and Lentil Soup & Flat Iron Steak Baguette
Salad
Salmon
Sit down
Contemporary
Bar
British
Street Parking
Reservations
Validated Parking
Serves Alcohol
Seating
Parking Available
Table Service
Free off-street parking
Wheelchair Accessible
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Mid-range
"I picked this place as it was mentioned as dog friendly. Walked in and checked and was told 'we love dogs here' by a lovely lady. Ordered a latte and..."
nathan turney
"Came here today for lunch . Food was exceptional and for the quality, it's very reasonably priced. We had 3 soft drinks and a tea . A flat iron..."
Stephen T
"Visted for a wine tasting evening which was excellent. 5 course tasting menu and 5 glasses of wine šŸ·..."
Sarah Mann
"Late take away, though price is a bit high, but the coffee get its..."
Mouyo Lu
"Lovely dog friendly cafe - the server brought out a bowl of water for my dog on his own accord, which was greatly appreciated! The Christmassy turkey..."
Michelle Chan
"I stayed at The Halston and decided to grab breakfast at Bartonā€™s Yard. I was surprised at how inexpensive the food was when reading the menu. I..."
James Hardy
"Amazing place for a coffee and a piece of cake very clean great coffee and cakes toilets are very clean and well maintained will definitely go again..."
Lea Somerfield
"Lovely venue, parking to rear. Food was Amazing, staff were friendly and welcoming an excellent place to host an..."
Mrs. Bowman
"We came today for afternoon tea and omg what an amazing place really clean very friendly staff and the food omg gorgeous we will definitely be back..."
James Lytollis
"Often go to the bartons yard to have business lunches and find the service and the food really good for entertaining clients. One of the best spots..."
Carl Hodges
"Fantastic food and service Barton's yard last night! Thank you very much. Will definitely be returning, as will the rest of the girls. Highly..."
Rhea Cavers
"Fab afternoon tea. Wonderful menu and catered for vegetarians too. Staff were lovely. We will be..."
Arti Pau
"I go here all the time for business meetings. They serve Bruce and Lukes coffee, and it's always delicious. They have also recently started to do..."
Anni Hamer
"Love Bartons Yard - warm, good food, good coffee and young man front of house is very friendly and happy to help. Wish it was open..."
Susan Slater
"Had lovely afternoon tea for mother's birthday. Great selection of sandwiches etc. Lovely atmosphere and very attentive..."
Joyce Muir
"Impressive addition to the Carlisle social scene. Already building up a very good atmosphere and has got the balance between drinkers only and diners..."
Phil Taylor
Script No. 4
85/100 (417 ratings)
Restaurants
International
Vegan Options
Bar
British
Contemporary
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Breakfast
Lunch
Brunch
Drinks
Prawns
Burger
Nachos
Beef
Toasts
Halloumi
Cakes
Lamb
Salad
Fish
Scallops
Pork
Duck
Mussels
"Lovely food well presented, served in good time, portions good, good choice on menu, priced a little above average but well worth the money, if you..."
Steve Smith
"Delicious food and good atmosphere. Nice varied menu but despite being quiet we did have to wait a while for our food (about 40mins). It was..."
Andrew Wolfenden
"We have been here before when it first opened. Tonight was just as good. Had to wait a little for the food to arrive, but it was worth it. Friendly..."
Heather Barton
"We have just been for my birthday meal. The meal and service we had was excellent. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The food was freshly..."
ruth carswell
"First time visit very impressed, variety of menu, excellent food and very welcoming staff. Served by the manager who was very helpful explaining..."
Owen Sinclair
"Been to Script @ No.4 for the third time now. Always great food. Does an excellent Sunday Roast with red cabbage(yum), veg, mash and roasties...."
Vanessa McKay
"Was in today for dinner. Meals were beautiful couldn't fault it but we didnt get the coffee we asked for with the breakfast and we didn't click till..."
Adele Richardson
"Just popped in for coffee. The coffee was good and the staff were really friendly. My phone died while I was trying to book a hotel for that night,..."
Lisa
"Food was excellent, I had duck breast with mushroom risotto which was really tasty. The service was good and we were well looked..."
Laura Webster
"just been for breakfast and it was very very tasty,, although i was left wishing i had chosen the pancakes as they looked fantastic, which means i..."
Peter Longworth
"Excellent food huge portions and I eat like a pig excellent would definitely recommend this place... And most of all fantastic..."
Ged Cook
"Amazing food attentive staff all the food is locally sourced so good it's a must try venue Amazing..."
chris archibald
"Atmosphere is perfect I'd expect to pay double for the quality of the food and the staff are the most welcoming friendly people your likely to ever..."
Nigel Pearce
"Good food and friendly staff. Seemed a bit overwhelmed when..."
George Gavin
"Lovely food & great..."
Andrew Mulholland
"Fantastic selection of high quality food with great..."
Stephen Hind
Penny Blue
84/100 (2450 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Bar
Vegan Options
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
British
Wine Bar
European
Grill
Fusion
Contemporary
Fusion
Grill
European
Contemporary
British
Wine Bar
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Drinks
Moules frites
Cheese Salad
Salmon
Katsu curry
Steak Fries
Chicken Burger
Soup Du Jour
Sandwiches
Chicken Katsu
Beer Battered Fish & Chips
Fish & Chips
Burger
Afternoon tea
Haggis Bon Bons
Tapas
Sunday roast beef
Iron Steak
Curry
Roast Pork Sunday Dinner
Beef
Prawn Gambas
Cod Loin with Asparagus Spinach Mashed Potato Thin Slice of Bacon
White Chocolate Orange Teacake
10oz Sirlon
Sirloin Steak
Fish & chips
Fish
Salad
Pork
Scallops
Taco
Sit down
Fusion
Bar
Contemporary
British
Grill
Wine Bar
European
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Drinks
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Went here with my family and all of us thoroughly enjoyed our food. The highlight for me was the scallops from the appetiser section of the menu. The..."
Ben Whittaker
"Fantastic restaurant- steak was cooked to perfection, peppercorn sauce one of the best ever and the wine, beer and service was first class...."
Jason Brimelow
"Great service - I had to catch a train and the waitress made sure my order came out on time even though it was a busy Saturday. Food itself was..."
Mindy Han
"Beautiful food, nice friendly staff. Even nicer..."
Eden Anderson
"Probably one of the best restaurant in town; great atmosphere, great food and great..."
Bruno Herdeiro
"Lovely Sunday dinner with my daughter today. This place was recommended to me by a family member and we were both very happy it was. Service, food,..."
Siobhan Hibbert
"I must say that the food was absolutely fantastic. Piping hot and very tasty indeed. My only slight gripe would be that I thought service was a bit..."
Steve Craig
"We stay in Carlisle for 3hours to wait the train. This is One of the best steak I have ever had.(we wait for about 40min,but it is ok for me..."
jinyuan ma
"Love having lunch there many times šŸ˜‹ with my sister from London and my partner..."
Marion Walton
"Absolutely amazing! A very cozy warm place, the food is delicious and good value for money, the service is good and the interior beautiful. Tuesday..."
Olga Leont
Hell Below - Vegan & Gin Bar
84/100 (1641 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Contemporary
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Healthy
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Halloumi
Sandwiches
Pork
Burger
Salad
Chili
Nachos
"This is easily one of the best places to have a proper meal vegan or not. Absolutely superb, and very reasonably priced. The vibe, decor and "feel/..."
Guillaume Oberholzer
"We attended their Gin Masterclass and it was brilliant, even though I don't like Gin!! They did a special Vodka one for me and I enjoyed trying..."
Jacqui Lynch
""GREAT COCKTAILS & A HUGE SELECTION OF SHOTS" Carlisle's premier drinking destination, set over 3 floors. All of which are desirably decorated &..."
PHILIP BAKER
"Hell Below is another great shabby chic cocktail bar set in Carlisle. Fantastic cocktails. A must go place! Have not tried the food here yet but will..."
Rebecca Dawes
"Beautiful looking bar with a lovely atmosphere. Background music at a nice volume, relatively rare to find on a Friday night, so really nice if..."
Jenn S
"Lovely bar, especially at the moment with all the ivy inside. Menu is really good, really diverse! One of the few places in carlisle to offer a wide..."
Ellie Hill
"Great cocktails, lovely setting, amazing..."
Kelly Tempest
"He'll below is s wonderful place. Although it has 2 floors, it can become rather crowded. The drinks are delicious and professionally made by..."
molly
"Highly recommend - staff, Ollie, Lauren and Aiden were fantastic! Ollie knows his stuff and did some great off the menu cocktails which were..."
Caroline Gate
"Love this place! Went in for food and drinks and it was absolutely perfect. Lovely service, fantastic value for food and a great drinks menu. The..."
Joe Gregory
"Fabulous and varied vegan menu. We were upstairs which was very nice with a good atmosphere but a little chilly. Staff were busy but very friendly...."
Fiona Prior
"We were visiting Carlisle just for the day and had lunch here. Their vegan grub is pretty darn good! We had the vegan margherita and ā€˜chickenā€™..."
Rae
"Always amazing, terrific atmosphere and feel welcome every visit. Great cocktail menu and good food. Can't recommend..."
wayne crawford
"The food is amazing. Highly recommend. Not a vegan restaurant. Does have large vegan menu. I did not know what to choose. We had garlic mushrooms and..."
Sarah Austin
"Almost 'too' much choice for vegetarian/vegan food. Amazing selection and super friendly staff. I don't think I've been so full of tasty food for..."
Robert Gorwyn
"Busy trendy bar in the hipsteresque style. Poor selection of beer, few mildly different lagers only. Food pretty good. Interesting old building...."
Lewis Standing
"Absolutely fantastic, staff know their drinks and we had amazing cocktails. Highly..."
Recovery College ACCE
"Funky bar with exciting cocktails and a lounge feel. For my money, the BEST vegan food so far in all of Cumbria!..."
Peter Murphy
"Great music, lovely laid back atmosphere, friendly staff, lots of veggie/vegan options. Cracking little find in..."
Josh Capper