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Stunning views on the shores of Lake Windermere - The Boathouse | Bar & Restaurant, Windermere, Cumbria

The Boathouse | Bar & Restaurant

4.2
4.2
170 Reviews
£25 and under
British

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2 people
19:00
Booked 9 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for scenic views
  • Dog-friendly
  • Good for groups
* Any bookings over 10 please contact us directly online or by phone and we will do our best to accommodate you.*

The Boathouse Bar & Restaurant is a stunning restaurant and bar, overlooking the shores of Lake Windermere, providing a picturesque environment for dining. Serving fresh, original, everyday eating on the shores of Lake Windermere, the menu includes traditional British favorite's. Enjoy a coffee, light lunch or something a little more substantial as you unwind with a drink overlooking the boats on Windermere Marina. Why not join us for simply great fresh food and fine wine in a contemporary, relaxed and informal setting.

The restaurant is open Friday - Monday from 9am serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Tuesday - Thursday from 11am serving lunch and dinner.

**PARKING AVAILIABLE FOR ALL CUSTOMERS OF THE BOATHOUSE** - Marina car park available for all Boathouse customers (Please call for a code we will need your car registration please have it to hand)

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Contemporary British, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Thu–Sun 09:00–23:30 Tue, Wed 11:00–23:30 Breakfast Mon, Thu–Sun 09:00–11:00 Lunch Daily 12:00–17:00 Dinner Daily 17:30–21:00
  • Phone number
    015394 22785
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Chris Dallinson
  • Private party facilities
    We can cater private events for upto 60 people (i.e Birthdays / Baby Showers/ Corporate Events) Please contact us at eat@theboathouse-windermere.co.uk to discuss your requirements further.
  • Area
    Windermere
  • Cross Street
    From October 1st the marina car park will be available for Boathouse guests
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • New Years Eve Meal

    £60.00 - £120.00 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Experience an exquisite set menu created by our amazing team, designed to tantalize your taste buds, made with the finest seasonal ingredients artfully prepared why not indulge in a festive atmosphere across both our floors with live DJ downstairs and great background pipe music in our upstairs restaurant. We are offering a limited number of tickets. In order to confirm your booking, we will require prepayment and a pre order for your meal. Your booking is not secure without these. All our food is made to order and slight changes can be made to assist with any allergies or intolerances. Along with your food you can also get a welcome drink on arrival and bubbles at midnight We look forward to celebrating this special evening with you!

What 170 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Cumbria

    Child-friendly

  • Cumbria

    Good for groups

  • Cumbria

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Cumbria

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Boathouse | Bar & Restaurant offers a "fantastic location" with beautiful marina views, making it perfect for special occasions. Guests rave about the "amazing food," including standout dishes like whipped feta and king prawns. While service can be slow during busy times, the "friendly staff" and relaxed atmosphere ensure a lovely dining experience. Booking is recommended to secure prime seating and enjoy the "great service."

170 Reviews
  1. Jonathan

    Melbourne

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    A very lively venue and fantastic staff. We just didn’t think the amount of food and quality of food was with £120 each for Christmas.

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  2. Dan

    Cumbria

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had really nice Christmas lunch. Food was great, as were the staff. Also a good atmosphere, with music and everyone smiling and enjoying themselves. Hadn't been before, so will be good to go back when it's warmer and have a look around the marina at the same time.

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  3. Damion

    Birmingham

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time in the area and everyone was fantastic. The portions were really good as well.

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  4. janos

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a very good evening Fantastic that they accommodated our two little cockapoo

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  5. Jack

    Bath

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Looks great on the menu but massively did not deliver. Starters were ok but belly pork bits were 90% fat. Bacon chop main was just so salty it tasted like it hadn't been rinsed and overpowered everything. Mussels main was gritty and still had beards attached to some. Sauce was so watery it didn't taste of anything and chips were just full of salt again. Did complain and were not charged for the mussels. Promises alot but doesn't deliver.

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  6. Megan

    Cumbria

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, drinks, and incredibly friendly waiters and bar staff always being polite and welcoming. We had a lovely meal and would definitely go back

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  7. Campbell

    VIP

    London

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good meal and excellent service. Good kids menu. Good location

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  8. Adam

    Cumbria

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Staff nice and friendly a great asset to the business, lights where very bright and ambient table lights didn’t work at all which creates a nicer experience/ atmosphere Food was lovely and well cooked

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  9. Helen

    Cumbria

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The restaurant was very busy and it took a while to be given the menus and for our initial drinks order to be taken. We did receive an apology for this and from then on the service was excellent and the food came quickly after this. Our main meals and desserts were beautifully presented and were extremely nice. We were residents of the Marina Village so we had the pleasant bonus of a 10% reduction to our bill. I would like to visit again.

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  10. Kevin

    Dorset

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 28 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was fantastic. Very relaxed atmosphere. Service a little slow but not a major problem.

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FAQs

The Boathouse | Bar & Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 015394 22785.

The Boathouse | Bar & Restaurant is rated 4.2 stars by 170 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 9 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Boathouse | Bar & Restaurant

The Marina, Windermere, Cumbria LA23 3JQ

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    From October 1st the marina car park will be available for Boathouse guests
  • Area
    Windermere
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Thu–Sun 09:00–23:30 Tue, Wed 11:00–23:30 Breakfast Mon, Thu–Sun 09:00–11:00 Lunch Daily 12:00–17:00 Dinner Daily 17:30–21:00
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Contemporary British, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chris Dallinson
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    015394 22785
  • Private party facilities
    We can cater private events for upto 60 people (i.e Birthdays / Baby Showers/ Corporate Events) Please contact us at eat@theboathouse-windermere.co.uk to discuss your requirements further.
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