Been here several times before and always great. Staff are lovely and food is great. They have a nice selection of cocktails and drinks. Would recommend but advise booking as it can get busy.
Marta Cieślińska (Silvain)
This place is fantastic! Starting with the vibe and interior, through lovely service and ending on the food that is simply exceptional! The flat iron steak was perfectly prepared, blue cheese sauce was fantastic and the hand cut chips felt crunchy and not burned. The rhubarb and elderflower dessert was a lovely treat afterwards and it was not too heavy after a fairly sized meal either.We also loved the list of the “Bar rules” - especially No. 11! Brilliant humorous addition for guests! ??If I could give it 10 stars, I would.We will be looking forward to coming back if we’re visiting Carlisle again ❤️
Matt Gabnai (Minotaur)
Absolute excellence, came in for a late Sunday afternoon lunch, and it surpassed all my expectations. The food is excellent, 10/10
Raymond Henry Clynick
Over the years, a great place for delicious food, great pints and wonderful cocktails.Whenever in Carlisle I make sure I swing by
Chris Best
I had stopped to have a look around Carlisle for a couple of hours as a stop gap while travelling over to Newcastle, I ended up becoming quite hungry for some tea and started looking about for which places were highly recommended.This place came up so decided to give it a go, though it was busy and popular the atmosphere was warm and vibrant, the staff were friendly and mostly attentive.I decided to have the Fish & Chips and a pint of the Victoria Málaga Lager as had not seen it on Draught in many places. It is a bit on the expensive side as the Fish & Chips were about £15.50 and a pint was £5.50 however it was most certainly worth it, The Fish & Chips were fresh and melt in the mouth, full of flavour and definitely worth the value of money, the portion was just about right and found myself rather full at the end, it comes down to Quality over Quantity and this place really delivered on that side of things. I would definitely come back here if I should return to Carlisle. Highly Recommended!
Rebecca
We were a bit dismayed to see our craft beers served in a half pint glass, and no baby changing facilities at a city centre eaterie??
Jackson Taylor-Smith
Very friendly staff and a great selection of beer. Didn't eat but the food on a different table looked great!
Je ming 振銘
The decoration of the restaurant is very unique and has its own taste, nostalgic and warm; the meals are handmade egg pancakes, the fusion of cheese and eggs is rich in egg flavor, and the steak burgers: the beef inside is very thick and full, super large, Very sincere. I feel really full after finishing this meal.
Texto d
Such a lovely little spot. Honestly the nicest bunch of staff in carlisle, the decor is so nice. They are always happy to answer any questions and accommodate us. We were well looked after here, great food and upbeat music choices by the long haired dj. Always nice to see the staff having a good time. Drinks are the best in the city, come here for tasty custom cocktails!!!!
John wilson
Its our own fault we were told by a bartender.Our crime was to book 2 tables in different names, one in the basement for 9 and one upstairs for 6 at 12pmWe were refused service due to our group being over 10.The staff did not have the gumption to let us know this was a heinous crime until we attempted to order food.Work out the maths for refusing service to 15.Rules are rules and they must be followed.
Didn’t get served due to the previous review due to the number of ‘customers’. Our “own fault”! It was an abomination!!
christine Lancaster
While food and service was great there is no changing table for babies or disabled children considering they had a huge amount of space in the bathroom.
Lewis A
An really lovely restaurant.Staff are excellent, and very accommodating, with pretty fast service.The atmosphere is nice - fairly, but not overly, busy, and nice background ambiance.Food is delicious too. A good range of options, but not overwhelming.I really could not recommend this restaurant more. Some menu items seem pricey, but are certainly worth it. I really do look forward to returning in the future!
Phill Scoffham
Very nice food and friendly
Alipetali
Another fabulous meal at our favourite Carlisle Restaurant. The ‘Duke’ ticks all the boxes for us. Always a wonderful warm welcome from the ever so friendly staff - our bottle of Prosecco, glasses & ice bucket were on the table almost before we had sat down, as the charming waiter/server had seen us come in - now that IS service! Then a bottle of red. I had the Sunday roast beef, which melted in the mouth and accompanied by superbly cooked vegetables & Yorkshire Pudding, whilst my creature-of-habit husband stuck with his favourite Fish & Chips. Our waitress was as efficient & lovely as ever. Thank you all for your never ending fantastic hospitality & amazing food, highly recommend & we will be back.
Been here several times before and always great. Staff are lovely and food is great. They have a nice selection of cocktails and drinks. Would recommend but advise booking as it can get busy.
This place is fantastic! Starting with the vibe and interior, through lovely service and ending on the food that is simply exceptional! The flat iron steak was perfectly prepared, blue cheese sauce was fantastic and the hand cut chips felt crunchy and not burned. The rhubarb and elderflower dessert was a lovely treat afterwards and it was not too heavy after a fairly sized meal either.We also loved the list of the “Bar rules” - especially No. 11! Brilliant humorous addition for guests! ??If I could give it 10 stars, I would.We will be looking forward to coming back if we’re visiting Carlisle again ❤️
Absolute excellence, came in for a late Sunday afternoon lunch, and it surpassed all my expectations. The food is excellent, 10/10
Over the years, a great place for delicious food, great pints and wonderful cocktails.Whenever in Carlisle I make sure I swing by
I had stopped to have a look around Carlisle for a couple of hours as a stop gap while travelling over to Newcastle, I ended up becoming quite hungry for some tea and started looking about for which places were highly recommended.This place came up so decided to give it a go, though it was busy and popular the atmosphere was warm and vibrant, the staff were friendly and mostly attentive.I decided to have the Fish & Chips and a pint of the Victoria Málaga Lager as had not seen it on Draught in many places. It is a bit on the expensive side as the Fish & Chips were about £15.50 and a pint was £5.50 however it was most certainly worth it, The Fish & Chips were fresh and melt in the mouth, full of flavour and definitely worth the value of money, the portion was just about right and found myself rather full at the end, it comes down to Quality over Quantity and this place really delivered on that side of things. I would definitely come back here if I should return to Carlisle. Highly Recommended!
We were a bit dismayed to see our craft beers served in a half pint glass, and no baby changing facilities at a city centre eaterie??
Very friendly staff and a great selection of beer. Didn't eat but the food on a different table looked great!
The decoration of the restaurant is very unique and has its own taste, nostalgic and warm; the meals are handmade egg pancakes, the fusion of cheese and eggs is rich in egg flavor, and the steak burgers: the beef inside is very thick and full, super large, Very sincere. I feel really full after finishing this meal.
Such a lovely little spot. Honestly the nicest bunch of staff in carlisle, the decor is so nice. They are always happy to answer any questions and accommodate us. We were well looked after here, great food and upbeat music choices by the long haired dj. Always nice to see the staff having a good time. Drinks are the best in the city, come here for tasty custom cocktails!!!!
Its our own fault we were told by a bartender.Our crime was to book 2 tables in different names, one in the basement for 9 and one upstairs for 6 at 12pmWe were refused service due to our group being over 10.The staff did not have the gumption to let us know this was a heinous crime until we attempted to order food.Work out the maths for refusing service to 15.Rules are rules and they must be followed.
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Didn’t get served due to the previous review due to the number of ‘customers’. Our “own fault”! It was an abomination!!
While food and service was great there is no changing table for babies or disabled children considering they had a huge amount of space in the bathroom.
An really lovely restaurant.Staff are excellent, and very accommodating, with pretty fast service.The atmosphere is nice - fairly, but not overly, busy, and nice background ambiance.Food is delicious too. A good range of options, but not overwhelming.I really could not recommend this restaurant more. Some menu items seem pricey, but are certainly worth it. I really do look forward to returning in the future!
Very nice food and friendly
Another fabulous meal at our favourite Carlisle Restaurant. The ‘Duke’ ticks all the boxes for us. Always a wonderful warm welcome from the ever so friendly staff - our bottle of Prosecco, glasses & ice bucket were on the table almost before we had sat down, as the charming waiter/server had seen us come in - now that IS service! Then a bottle of red. I had the Sunday roast beef, which melted in the mouth and accompanied by superbly cooked vegetables & Yorkshire Pudding, whilst my creature-of-habit husband stuck with his favourite Fish & Chips. Our waitress was as efficient & lovely as ever. Thank you all for your never ending fantastic hospitality & amazing food, highly recommend & we will be back.