Tipped up here without a reservation, after a long hard drive through bad weather from the South of England. They had a table for us in 30 minutes. The staff were lovely, and the food was fantastic. I'm usually disappointed by Steak & Ale pie, but I keep trying, and these guys rewarded my perverence by delivering the most perfect pie I've ever eaten.Not so fancy that you need to dress up, but fancy enough that the quality of food is top level. Great staff, lovely environment.Just one complaint: you guys need to up your tea game! Any tea that comes in a round bag is just a small pocket of disappointment.Also, if you pay by card, make sure you take cash to tip the staff. It can't be done on card, and there's no added service charge.
Andrea Best
Excellent food and friendly
965carlyc
3 x portions of fish and chips at (from memory) £17 per person to receive an overcooked, hard, dry piece of batter of reasonable side. Only to find a thin fillet of haddock hidden underneath. Really really disappointed and the waitress couldn't have cared less.
Paul S
Superb experience eating at the Priest Hole was had on New Yers Eve. We were a party of 8 and all agreed the food was excellent as was the service. We have eaten there before and enjoyed but this time they exceeded our expectations. The stand out dishes were the lamb mains as well as the duck and hot potted salmon starters. We look forward to re visiting you again and many thanks for a super evening.
Chorizo
Amazing restaurant, the server was really nice and friendly, she kindly assisted us. The food portion was definitely worth the price. The only complain I have is that the fish & chips were bland and the smell was overwhelming.
who ami
Absolutely perfect steak and ale pie without a sign of gristle or fat. Proper quality pub food made fresh!
Angie Hall
Worth booking as very busy. Food was gorgeous & good portions. Very varied menu.Well worth a visit, we will be going
K Graham
Food was heavy, not a nice as I was expecting, £25 for a couple of medallions of pink lamb, £22 for a plate of chicken with wild mushroom ravioli, very heavy to eat, certainly overpriced too! If you come here opt for the cheapest stuff on the menu which is £17 for a burger or beef n ale pie.
Jerome Swarthington
I don't review restaurants often, but this was - no exaggeration - the best steak I've ever eaten, anywhere. It was 18 months ago I actually visited, and I still remember the steak. Saw it on my bank statements just now and felt motivated to come back and say something about it, that's how good it was. And I've been to plenty of places that pride themselves on their steaks. Interior is historically interesting and the place is pretty relaxed for being in such a tourist-frequented spot. Not the cheapest food, but considering the quality, well worth it.
I F
Had the lamb 2 ways, and now it's all I can think about. Absolutely outstanding food. Been to the restaurant many times, and that's not about to change any time soon. Jess on point as always. ?
Great restaurant, lovely staff and delicious food.
tamara watts
We chose this place because of the great reviews but our experience did not match up to the reviews at all.Upon arriving the room we were sat in was freezing no heating on and we had to keep our jackets on.The hot beef sandwich was inedible. We sent them both back, the beef was tough, chewy & tasted sour.We opted to try the fish goujon sandwich but this was just as awful to be honest. There was around 80% batter and a thin layer of chewy fish. The bread had been buttered with a bright yellow margarine which left an awful nasty taste in the sandwich. We left most of the food and left. After already having to send one lot of food back we just wanted to leave.
Julie Davis
It was quiet with just one other table with people. Service was great and food was wonderful. Best shepherds pie I have had. Husband loved his hamburger. By the time we left the place was really filling up!!
Climber52
Friendly helpful service from Katie . Thank you. We both opted for the “hot meat of the day “ sandwich . ( Beef on the day we visited ) This comes with a dinky pot of gravy and salad + coleslaw garnish . We also ordered and shared a generous portion of good old fashioned chips . Tasty and filling . Highly recommend this characterful place.
anita c
Visited on a Sunday evening whilst staying in Ambleside. We had the Sunday lunch which was delicious and plentiful. The restaurant was busy but service was good and the staff friendly. Would definitely return when in the area.
Tipped up here without a reservation, after a long hard drive through bad weather from the South of England. They had a table for us in 30 minutes. The staff were lovely, and the food was fantastic. I'm usually disappointed by Steak & Ale pie, but I keep trying, and these guys rewarded my perverence by delivering the most perfect pie I've ever eaten.Not so fancy that you need to dress up, but fancy enough that the quality of food is top level. Great staff, lovely environment.Just one complaint: you guys need to up your tea game! Any tea that comes in a round bag is just a small pocket of disappointment.Also, if you pay by card, make sure you take cash to tip the staff. It can't be done on card, and there's no added service charge.
Excellent food and friendly
3 x portions of fish and chips at (from memory) £17 per person to receive an overcooked, hard, dry piece of batter of reasonable side. Only to find a thin fillet of haddock hidden underneath. Really really disappointed and the waitress couldn't have cared less.
Superb experience eating at the Priest Hole was had on New Yers Eve. We were a party of 8 and all agreed the food was excellent as was the service. We have eaten there before and enjoyed but this time they exceeded our expectations. The stand out dishes were the lamb mains as well as the duck and hot potted salmon starters. We look forward to re visiting you again and many thanks for a super evening.
Amazing restaurant, the server was really nice and friendly, she kindly assisted us. The food portion was definitely worth the price. The only complain I have is that the fish & chips were bland and the smell was overwhelming.
Absolutely perfect steak and ale pie without a sign of gristle or fat. Proper quality pub food made fresh!
Worth booking as very busy. Food was gorgeous & good portions. Very varied menu.Well worth a visit, we will be going
Food was heavy, not a nice as I was expecting, £25 for a couple of medallions of pink lamb, £22 for a plate of chicken with wild mushroom ravioli, very heavy to eat, certainly overpriced too! If you come here opt for the cheapest stuff on the menu which is £17 for a burger or beef n ale pie.
I don't review restaurants often, but this was - no exaggeration - the best steak I've ever eaten, anywhere. It was 18 months ago I actually visited, and I still remember the steak. Saw it on my bank statements just now and felt motivated to come back and say something about it, that's how good it was. And I've been to plenty of places that pride themselves on their steaks. Interior is historically interesting and the place is pretty relaxed for being in such a tourist-frequented spot. Not the cheapest food, but considering the quality, well worth it.
Had the lamb 2 ways, and now it's all I can think about. Absolutely outstanding food. Been to the restaurant many times, and that's not about to change any time soon. Jess on point as always. ?
Restaurantji Recommends
Great restaurant, lovely staff and delicious food.
We chose this place because of the great reviews but our experience did not match up to the reviews at all.Upon arriving the room we were sat in was freezing no heating on and we had to keep our jackets on.The hot beef sandwich was inedible. We sent them both back, the beef was tough, chewy & tasted sour.We opted to try the fish goujon sandwich but this was just as awful to be honest. There was around 80% batter and a thin layer of chewy fish. The bread had been buttered with a bright yellow margarine which left an awful nasty taste in the sandwich. We left most of the food and left. After already having to send one lot of food back we just wanted to leave.
It was quiet with just one other table with people. Service was great and food was wonderful. Best shepherds pie I have had. Husband loved his hamburger. By the time we left the place was really filling up!!
Friendly helpful service from Katie . Thank you. We both opted for the “hot meat of the day “ sandwich . ( Beef on the day we visited ) This comes with a dinky pot of gravy and salad + coleslaw garnish . We also ordered and shared a generous portion of good old fashioned chips . Tasty and filling . Highly recommend this characterful place.
Visited on a Sunday evening whilst staying in Ambleside. We had the Sunday lunch which was delicious and plentiful. The restaurant was busy but service was good and the staff friendly. Would definitely return when in the area.