The higher end of average cocktails, lovely staff, I didn't have cake, but they looked of a…read morepatisserie valerie type. There's outdoor seating, inside is a little dark, especially on a grey day. I think my main issue with it, is that it seems to attract a particular type of clientele (no offence to customers- bitchier versions of my Mother (also, no offence to my lovely Mother)) which can be a little off putting.

My wife (American) struggles to find any bartender who really knows how to make a dirty martini…read morehere in the UK. Finally, whilst vacationing in the lakes, we found the Fizzy Tarté which sells itself as a champagne and pastry bar, however... their cocktails are worthy of attention too. The service was certainly attentive and we enjoyed our short break from souvenir and clothes shopping (OK I was mainly there to carry the bags!) Pop in sometime and see if you can put the bartender to the test... I think you'd be pleasantly surprised!

A quiet and sophisticated sort of place for an expensive classy drink - I think it describes itself…read moreas a wine bar, nice sofas and cocktails. It has a huge huge choice of all kinds of spirits - last time I went there was much excitement about Bombay Sapphire.

A first class service, complimented by deliciouse food. Service is second to none, along with the…read morehomely feel of the restaurant. Made to feel at home,very relaxed. waiting time is fantastic, timed to perfection. I have ate here numerouse times,and as always a tasty meal from the changing menu. I would pay more for the level of service and products. 10 outta 10.....

This is an atypical Penrith bar - it's going for the trendy city bar effect with cream walls,…read morelaminate floors and a minimalist no. of brown leather sofas. But it takes more to make a cool place and it's ended up a bit souless and lacking in character. It needs something else and they've not figured out what it is yet. Also usually either packed out or empty so never quite the right atmosphere One final warning - if you're getting cocktails don't buy the jugs, they're not a bulk buy bargain as pretty much non-alcoholic.

This is where you go in Penrith when you think it would be a good idea to have a dance. Sometimes…read moreit is, sometimes it isn'tjust so you can prepare yourself, take plenty of friends, start early with your drinking and remember to dress up if it's the weekend when hotpants and cocktail dresses are normal (but in the week not necessary, camouflage and wellies ok). You're going to be dancing to abba and grease medleys, mid-nineties dance, and a few current hits unless you can persuade the dj to take any requests!

GREAT cocktails, the best I've had in Lancaster. The seating…read moreis limited but it is only a small place. The music varies, but tends towards dance/trance, so if that music isn't your cup-of-tea, then maybe you should just put up with it, due to the really nice cocktails, and nice bar staff!

Love the atmosphere on the open-air terrace, but unfortunately it has not been open recently…read more The range of cocktails is good, however, and prices affordable.

This place gets four stars for the banter with the bar man. In terms of the bar itself, there's…read morenothing overt that sticks out to make this place unique -- it's cosy enough, with a fireplace and candles etc, but it's small and the decor doesn't say a great deal. You may notice it's got quite a local vibe too, since on our visit there were a few loud-to-rowdy locals crowded at the bar. Not that they were unfriendly, but for a single gal it could be intimidating to muscle in between 'the lads' in order to purchase a beverage. They have a cocktail menu, which is what we were after at the time, so I approached to see if we could knock up a few drinks. I was hankering for a straight up daiquiri, but this wasn't going to happen in Ambleside. He did, however, gladly make my Dad his very first white Russian -- which he loved. Happy days! Especially as that wasn't on the menu. For me, I had one of their in-house cocktails, which was strong, super sweet, and about 3 of my 5-a-day (it was loaded with fresh strawberries). That alone was enough to make me forgive Ambleside for the lack of proper cocktails. He blended it with ice, filled it with rum, and although it was slow to drink (ice cream headache central) it was delicious. Really decent lad behind the bar, and of course, plenty of lagers and such to choose from. They do food as well, I believe, but I've not tried.

Fabulous renovation of the building. Great choice of drinks. GHDs in the ladies a hit!read more

We were recommended this restaurant to try by a friend. In the past it was named Mississipi a very…read moreaverage American themed diner . Now it has metamaphorsed into a lovely, elegant diner and bar . The food was great , I had a crab linguine and my companion had a veggie pasta dish . Both were very good , served with some garlic bread and salad on the side. There is a cocktail bar situated at the entrance which has a good selection of beer on draught and wines . We actually were tempted back the following night with a group of friends to see if the standard was the same . Thankfully it was and everyone in the party enjoyed a high standard of food and service .

Excellent food + service! Young waitress Jessica made sure we left happy, full + definately…read morereturning!!!