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Committed to a plant-based diet? In the Lake District, Cumbria, you’re in the right place. Whether you’re vegetarian or vegan, you will find plenty of places where your tastes are met with more than just a token salad. Some of our best and most inventive kitchens are dedicated to creating imaginative non-meat (and, in some cases, non-diary) menus, using the very best of our local produce. Cumbria is also a great place if you’re a committed forager, with many restaurants putting an emphasis on serving dishes made from what they’ve picked locally.
The Lake District, Cumbria is foodie paradise

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Bowness-on-Windermere
Marina View in Bowness is a relaxed waterfront restaurant where great food meets stunning scenery. Our menu features fresh, seasonal dishes, weekly specials, and our famous Sunday roast — all served with warm, friendly service. With indoor and…
Ambleside
Fellinis is a new modern 'Vegeterranean' restaurant catering for the most discerning vegetarian palette with a distinct Mediterranean twist.
Our menu changes regularly to reflect the seasons and the availability of local ingredients. Our wine list…
Ambleside
Zeffirellis hosts an award-winning vegetarian restaurant, a daytime café, a jazz bar on the second floor of the restaurant, and a cinema.
Zeffirellis restaurant offers an Italian themed pizza and pasta menu with daily specials freshly prepared by…
Whinlatter Pass, Keswick
"Cafe Ambio at Whinlatter Forest is set in the beautiful location of Whinlatter Forest, nestled in the treetops. We offer modern cafe food, and brilliant coffee. We use local suppliers to showcase the best food that Cumbria has to offer. Everything…
Whitehaven
Ravens Nest is a specialist tea, coffee, and cocktail bar. It’s a fun, friendly venue, with exclusive cocktails, quality hot drinks, and an exciting array of vegetarian food, to suit every guest.
Carlisle
Sage & vine is a Carlisle restaurant specialising in Mediterranean tapas, mezze and pizza.
Carlisle
The Last Zebra is a vibrant restaurant and bar in the centre of Carlisle known for serving superb craft beers and colourful, signature cocktails.
Seascale
Built in the 18th century, The Strands Inn is a traditional Lake District pub in the beautiful Wasdale Valley.
Keswick
Café Bar 26 is a fantastic eatery offering a 100% plant-based menu in the centre of Keswick.
Keswick
Lake Road Brunch is a popular spot in the centre of Keswick for breakfast, brunch, lunch and cocktails.
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