Location: Kirkby Stephen
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Find out what British restaurants to try in Kirkby Stephen. Kirkby Stephen (/ˈkɜːrbi ˈstiːvən/) is a civil parish and small market town in Cumbria, in North West England which historically, is part of Westmorland. The town is located on the A685, surrounded by sparsely populated hill country, and about 25 miles (40 km) from the nearest larger towns, Kendal and Penrith. The River Eden rises 6 miles (9.7 km) away in the peat bogs below Hugh Seat and passes by, almost unobserved, on the eastern edge of the town.
Things to do in Kirkby Stephen
10. Swanson House
Overall Ratings
4 based on 34 reviews
Swanson House offers the highest quality local fresh produce, cooked to perfection. From Deer n'Dexter venison, to Bessy Beck trout and Wensleydale blue cheese, dishes combine classic English ingredients with modern flavours and techniques. To ensure all
Reviewed By Katherine408
Excellent home cooked food nicely presented. Small restaurant. Need to pre order 24 hours in advance
9. The Archway Fish and Chips
Overall Ratings
4 based on 52 reviews
Reviewed By Katethevet
We ate here on day 6 of our coast to coast walk. We were lucky to find a table as they were very busy. Delicious food and the dog was welcome too!
8. Kings Arms
Overall Ratings
4 based on 93 reviews
Pub with rooms and restaurant in Kirkby Stephen (by the way - type of cuisine above does not accept any entry)
Reviewed By Butsy19
After a walk we called in here, expecting it to be a old traditional pub, it wasn't.We went into the bar area, it was a bit quiet but clean and dog friendly.There was a limited choice of ales,, it was nothing special, so we quickly moved on elsewhere.Staff were friendly and helpful
7. Pennine Bistro
Overall Ratings
4 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By Mark F
A warm and friendly welcome and the manageress and chef could not do enough to accommodate our needs. The venue was very clean and we were very pleased with what we ate, which was Steak and salad, we just wanted a quick one course evening meal on our way home from the Lakes. Although I've rated the restaurant as a 3 star, the service was was 5 star. I would recommend this restaurant highly, Wednesday night is teak night, Thursday night is pie night. Will be going again when in the area.
6. The Pink Geranium Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 68 reviews
We are a small family run cafe in the heart of Kirkby Stephen. We specialise in cakes, tray bakes and homemade soups. We sell a wide variety of, snacks, light bites and meals along with delicious teas and coffees. Our Ploughmans lunches use only cheeses,f
Reviewed By Hfstoba
After staying locally for a week and on our return journey we stopped off for breakfast at this lovely little cafe. We were welcomed in with our black Labrador who was fussed over and immediately brought aBowl of water and a little something from the treat jar. We had breakfast baps and a sandwich and all were very nice. Owners were very friendly and it was a lovely cafe. We even managed to buy some of the displayed teapots which we were very pleased about. Highly recommended place to eat. Thanks very much for the comments. It was a pleasure having you in the cafe and the dog was very well behaved as well as being absolutely lovely. Hope you had a safe journey home
5. Fat Lamb Country Inn and Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 165 reviews
Reviewed By MancMan78
We came across here by accident during a country drive. We were glad we stopped off because this a friendly, characterful pub in a beautiful area. We ordered a very tasty lunch of fish and chips and burger and chips. Good portions and well cooked. The motor inspired memorabilia added to the atmosphere, and the service was super friendly and prompt.
4. The Mulberry Bush
Overall Ratings
4 based on 265 reviews
Popular Cafe/Bistro in centre of Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria.
Reviewed By 111merylb
After cycling mostly uphill all day, this cafe produced a great panni/wrap. Perfectly adequate to send us on our way again.
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3. THE BLACK BULL AT NATEBY
Overall Ratings
4 based on 83 reviews
Food at The Nateby Inn Kirkby Stephen Cumbria Fresh home cooked food is served every evening from 6:00pm until 8:30pm in the pet friendly bar you can choose to dine from our main pub classic menu, our blackboard of Head Chef's daily specials
Reviewed By sharps5
Visited Fri 20th sept and both had the sirloin steaks. Cleared the plate. Returned on the Sunday and both had the lamb Sunday lunch. Licked the plate clean! Love this pub, the location, the staff. Not forgetting the fantastic food and great choices of ales. You really won't find better in the area.
2. The Bay Horse Winton
Overall Ratings
4 based on 133 reviews
Beautiful Country Pub in the heart of Winton. Serving food every lunch time and evening from 12-2pm and 6-9pm with Sunday Carvery every Sunday Lunchtime.
Reviewed By Tony T
Having read the reviews I drove to Winton from Preston under Scar to celebrate my Wife's birthday accompanied by our daughter. We know Kirkby Stephen very well but Winton and The Bay Horse were off our radar until now. Yes it is a long way to drive at just over 50 miles round trip, but with the scenery, the shopping in Kirkby and the wonderful discover that was the Bay Horse, there were complaints. The standard of food from a Thursday lunch perspective was fabulous, the service in terms of being met on arrival and speed of food to table was very good given that there was only one person front of house. There were only three sets of diners including us, however, despite the lack of people, the characterful design, decor and overall aesthetics of the place was warm and welcoming. You are going to pay a little more here than you would for standard "Pub grub," but as I pointed out, the Bay Horse is far from standard. An important thing to point out which we thought a great idea. You can choose a 'Regular' or 'Small' main course which given the waste you see on some plates in pubs and restaurants is a cracking idea. My wife and daughter ordered the small Fresh Scampi, I ordered the large and wished later on that I had picked the former. Cannot wait to book an evening meal there as friends have said the food is nothing short of outstanding. Maybe, following that experience I will give the extra star.
1. Black Bull Hotel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 230 reviews
Reviewed By NigelPittman
We ate on 27th April and the food and service were both excellent.My partner had chicken in Stilton cream sauce and says you can't get better than delicious. I had haddock and chips both of which were cooked to perfection. Best book as it is only a small dining room. The Black Bull is very conveniently situated on the High St and if you are lucky you can park in the street.
