Dog-Friendly Restaurants in the Lake District

Because there are so many wonderful walking options for you to enjoy together, the Lake District is an ideal location to travel to with your four-legged pals. After a day of enjoying the Lake District, what better way to treat your four-legged pals to one of these dog-friendly restaurants in the Lake District?

Where, if anywhere, can you get a bite to eat with your four-legged friend in tow? We’ve compiled a list of our favourite Lake District dog-friendly restaurants so that you can have a meal with your furry companion after a day of exploring the lake or mountains.

Your best buddy will be treated to a wide selection of gourmet dining alternatives, many of which include doggie cookies and pet-friendly beer!

There are several dog-friendly bars in the Lake District that welcome dogs. There’s Pig and Whistle, The Flying Pig, The Village Inn, The Westmorland, and Baba Ganoush to name a few!

There are even a few Lake District dog-friendly pubs for a much-needed pint after a long stroll.

Discover a range of dog-friendly restaurants in the Lake District below…

Allium at Askham Hall

Askham Hall
Askham
Penrith
CA10 2PF

01931 712350

An unforgettable dining experience awaits at Allium at Askham Hall. The sumptuous restaurant enjoys a Michelin Star status with 3 AA Rosettes, and is where you can savour a unique, six-course menu.
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Baba Ganoush

Berrys Yard
27 Finkle Street
Kendal
LA9 4AB

01539 738210

Located in the middle of Kendal, the magnificent vegetarian and dog-friendly Baba Ganoush serve some of the greatest breakfasts and Mediterranean specialities in the UK.
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Comida [food]

90-92 Highgate
Kendal
LA9 4HE

01539 732082

A Spanish-inspired restaurant serving tapas, brunch, coffee and cocktails.
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Gillam’s Tearoom

64 Market Street
Ulverston
LA12 7LT

01229 587564

Gillam’s Tearoom is a cosy spot with all your teatime favourites. Try a Cumbrian-sourced hearty dinner, a handcrafted dessert, or a premium organic loose-leaf tea. Nightly activities feature live music and pleasant entertainment.
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Kat’s Kitchen of Keswick

135 Main Street
Keswick
CA12 5NJ

017687 72211

Discover brunch and lunch selections at Kat’s Kitchen, a 100% plant-based cafe, along with a variety of beverages including Matcha and Beetroot Lattes and mind-blowing High-Octane Coffee.
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Pig and Whistle

Aynsome Road
Cartmel
Grange-over-Sands
LA11 6PL

015395 36482

A warm and welcoming bar and cafe that is managed by a family and located on the outskirts of Cartmel.
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The Cavendish Arms

Cavendish St, Cartmel, Grange-over-Sands LA11 6QA

015395 36240

A popular hangout pub and restaurant for Lake District locals and visitors alike, housed in a 450-year-old coaching inn.
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The Flying Pig

The Flying Pig
Rayrigg Road
Bowness
LA23 3BZ

01539 423023

Families and four-legged friends are welcome in the bar area of The Flying Pig, a classic British pub in the centre of Bowness. There is also a small beer garden for warmer weather.
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Tweedies Bar and Lodge

Red Bank Road
Grasmere
LA22 9SW

015394 35300

A well-known family-run real-ale pub and restaurant with a wonderful location in picturesque Grasmere with gastronomic pleasures for both hikers and families.
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