Derwent Walker Cocktail Bar and Restaurant

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• G

  Google user

  ·2 months ago

  “One of the worst breakfasts I’ve had in the Lake District. I had the avocado and halloumi and it was a sloppy undercooked mess. The bread didn’t even look like it had been toasted at all, the halloumi was basically raw with no char marks and the avocado was very runny. No one checked back to ask if our food was okay so we couldn’t even give them our feedback. If you see 2 customers have both left a full plate of food you should at least ask if the food was okay. I do not recommend this place to anyone.”

• G

  Google user

  ·2 months ago

  “Plenty of options to choose from for both gluten free (celiac disease) and pescatarian, couldn't fault the food - full of flavour and good portion sizes. Staff really helpful and friendly and double checked any allergy related queries with the chef. Great location, only down side is there is only one toilet, meaning people were queuing in the dining area.”

• G

  Google user

  ·6 months ago

  “What a fantastic find - the food and drinks were exceptional. In particular we loved the varying flavours of Espresso Martini (and the chocolate rimmed glasses they came in!) - felt really quite unique. The small plates were excellent and the sea bass too - plus very friendly attentive service and being recognised with a hugely friendly welcome when we popped back in just for a drink the following night. This is a gem in the heart of Keswick and I would highly recommend a visit if you are in town.”

• G

  Google user

  ·6 months ago

  “Amazing food and even better cocktails! Lots of options on the menu and would definitely go back again to try some other options!”

• G

  Google user

  ·6 months ago

  “Wonderful. Great food, pleasant staff, good value. The venison meatballs and chicken skewers were delicious. Crispy chilli chicken hit the spot ❤️”

• G

  Google user

  ·9 months ago

  “We visited Derwent Walker restaurant while we were staying in Keswick for a few days… what a little gem of a place, excellent food and lovely friendly staff. We had a load of the small plates and shared them… we didn’t know what size they were so ordered 7 between two of us, it’s a good job we’d had a few drinks and were hungry! All of the dishes were delicious! We’ll definitely be back in the future 👍”

• G

  Google user

  ·10 months ago

  “Had an absolutely incredible dinner here. So many gluten free and dairy free options that were served as intended, without the need to modify sauces or garnishes. The service was warm and exceptional - big thanks to our kind server who was totally on top of the dietary requirements. 4 tapas for 2 people was plenty. We had the patatas bravas, peri peri chicken skewers, duck and pear salad, and loaded potato puffs. All were bursting with flavour, but if I had to choose the potato puffs were *chefs kiss* incredible. Also had a choc-orange espresso martini which was the best espresso martini I've ever had. You can't go wrong here. Just go in!”

• G

  Google user

  ·11 months ago

  “Popped in as a walk-in whilst visiting the Lakes and was massively impressed. The upstairs restaurant was well laid out so that you’re not on top of each other and can enjoy a great meal without hearing the conversations of everyone around you. The tapas plates are a good size, the halloumi sliders (with fries) are delicious with the chilli jam and toasted brioche bun. With this, the beer and bacon mac & cheese was, again, delicious (recommend dunking a few fries in the sauce). The larger plates are a perfect size to have with a small plate on the side, as our server Grace recommended. The steak option was incredible, with perfectly seasoned potatoes and asparagus. However, the Tuscan chicken was the dish of the night. My wife said that it was the best pasta she has ever tasted and the little bit she left had loads of chicken and tomatoes. My wife also had a mocktail which was, in her words, “refreshingly delicious”. On the whole, it was pricey but was a brilliant evening and I shall be trying to recreate the food at home because it was so good.”

• G

  Google user

  ·1 year ago

  “Five Stars for Flavor, Service, and Vibe We’ve been slow traveling for almost a year now — with a full month in England — and this might be the best service we’ve had. Rosie was warm, attentive, and charming, with genuinely helpful recommendations that made the whole night feel like a treat. The Heat Wave cocktail might be my favorite ever: think a grown-up Sour Patch Kid with a whisper of watermelon leather dancing on top. Nigel had a vodka tonic that was perfectly balanced — a little sweet, a little spicy, just right. Dinner didn’t disappoint. I had the seabass — light, perfectly cooked, and elegantly simple. Nigel went for the burger with sriracha fries, which he’s still talking about. Not light, but absolutely worth it. From the skilled barmen to the well-crafted ambiance, Derwent Walker nails it. We’re only in town for five days — and we’re already planning to come back. Well done 👏”

• G

  Google user

  ·1 year ago

  “Fabulous place in Keswick for amazing food and cocktails. Decided on 6 small dishes for 2 people and this was plenty of delicious food topped off with amazing cocktails. True gem in Keswick for great food and cocktails!”