Rothay Manor

This restaurant offers a sophisticated menu and is suitable for a special occasion.

Nice atmosphere and friendly staff. The food was excellent. Good value for money.

Started off great, starters and pre dinner snacks were to die for, for mains ordered the duck, the lovely lady assisting said it was new to the seasonal menu and although she hadn’t sampled it, described it as succulent crispy duck. Was very disappointed as it wasn’t crispy at all, the edges were dry, and not succulent duck you would expect. After one bite, I resigned my self of the meal, my dinner partner suggested I swap dishes as he had ordered the pork, tried it, was better than mine but not a big pork fan! Left my dinner, at one point the waitress checked on us as asked if everything was ok as obviously my plate was still full with my silverware obviously signing I was done. After explaining the situation, she did ask if there was anything else she could bring for me, however since we had waited a good 45 mins since starters, I didn’t want to wait to eat alone after they would have had to cook again, told my dinner partner he could have mine too if he wanted as it would go to waste otherwise. He ate my duck dish apart from the wide dry edges and the non crispy skin, the waitress asked if she could bring me more bread instead, honestly I found that a tad insulting considering the 3 course menu pricing. We declined dessert and opted for the cheese plate, 5 cheeses were amazing, however I would have them consider covering the cheese trolley as a couple of flies were sat on them then flying around during the serving. To be perfectly honest, after everything I was expecting somewhat of an accommodation on the final bill, only when I questioned after being presented with the full bill, I was offered complimentary tea/coffee in the lounge, when I declined, how about a glass of wine, hmmm, maybe read the room, I’m very disappointed, I paid the full bill and left, I understand that when menus change everything may not be up to par, but at a minimum offer a better accommodation to your clients, I’m not suggesting to not pay obviously (as I mentioned I paid in full) but 20% off accommodation would be an acceptable and reasonable resolution. Would otherwise suggest eating elsewhere, I never met nor spoke with a manager, I would have welcomed that opportunity, so I hope I finally receive a response from the team at the restaurant so I am able to update this review with a more positive outcome!

We booked a table for two which was a very simple process. A couple of days before we were to dine our daughter decided to join us. We were able to amend the booking no problem; then she tells us she was bringing her dog! Rothay Manor could not have been more helpful. I don’t know who was treated better us or the dog. Everyone was lovely, getting homemade treats, and a mat for the dog to lie on, as well as giving us our own ‘dog friendly’ room. Superb service and beautiful food. We have already booked to return and will be back again in December.

Stunning food and wine. We simply cannot fault the place. The tasting menu was amazing and beautifully complimented by the matched wine flight. The chef understands the food and taste combinations, the sommelier knew his wines and was so informative, helping us understand how the flavours in the various wines enhanced the dish it was paired with. The waiting-on staff were all excellent, making the whole evening an experience my wife and I will never forget.

We had the ‘Great British Menu’. It was amazing. Each dish was really flavoursome, beautifully presented, a veritable smorgasbord of deliciousness. Loved it.

Excellent service, food and ambience. Very highly recommended. Thank you

We had The Great British Menu which was superb but i must say I preferred the 2week previous a la carte meal probably because you could chose what you fancied on the day! Food could have been hotter on both occasions and ice cream was rather melted. Excellent service and presentation!

Best Sunday roast I have had in a restaurant. Looking forward to returning

Fantastic food and service Everything was excellent and could not have wished for anything better what a great evening

A very pleasant restaurant, excellent food and very polite staff. A most enjoyable, leisurely meal.

The food was excellent and service brilliant- the only down side was no ambient music in dining room, but was in bar area?? Would have been better in dining room,

Lovely Sunday lunch - superb service - pleasant dining experience- will definitely go back

Excellent meal only slight criticism quite a slow start and needed some wine not just water for all the lovely appetisers and bread

Epic food experience. Great service & taste! Thank so much

Food was excellent all courses, the duck I had was on par with best ever. Great setting, nice atmosphere and friendly service. I would recommend and revisit if in area agaim

Overall fantastic Food is exceptional as is staff service Highly recommnded

A wonderful experience made all the better by excellent friendly staff; and a lovely overall evening

Very nice Sunday lunch with generous portions and excellent service. Will definitely go there again.

A nice warm reception. Went for the A La Carte plus cheese. Excellent meal, good wine and super service from knowledgeable people. Great experience all round. Will definitely be back next time we come to Ambleside

Food is very good here but service is very formal, depends how you like that or not.

Lovely location and premises. Staff were very welcoming, very friendly and attentive. The food was exceptional and exceeded our expectations. Cannot recommend highly enough

Lovely food, drink and staff - thank you all very much

Lovely intimate experience with amazing food on the tasting menu, would definitely recommend

Great food and very friendly professional service. Very quiet in the restaurant so a very relaxing experience

Very good, both ate from the a la carte menu and enjoyed it, excellent mains. Solid cheese offering too.

Faultless and fabulous. Exquisite food, first class service in relaxed surroundings. We will most definitely return when next in Ambleside.

Celebrated my husband’s 50th birthday with friends with the 5 course tasting menu with matching wine. Superb.

Excellent food, excellent service lovely staff, general ambiance just a little cold, not cosy.

We were returning to Ambleside to celebrate our 35th Wedding Anniversary, having spent our honeymoon there in 1984. Chose Rothay Manor as it was close to our holiday cottage. As the above ratings show we were delighted with our choice for our celebratory lunch!!

Lovely experience on a very rainy evening. Food beautifully presented and lovely flavours. The staff made us feel very welcome.

Everything was wonderful. The chef is very inventive. The food was delicious, service professional.

Lovely food. Attentive service- staff took on board any comments made. The canapes were delicious - I could have happily just had large plates of them. Wine rather expensive tho.

Fantastic food, atmosphere and service, one of the best meals we've had. Also, the restaurant was fantastic with dietary requirements, going the extra mile to make every dish interesting and complete despite allergies.

Our overall experience at Rothay Manor was excellent and we intend to return for another visit in the near future. All the staff, both at reception and in the dining areas, were eager to please and could not have been more helpful and pleasant. Thank you.

Very good food and service. Staff were friendly and helpful.

Excellent service, amazing flavours and lovely setting. Would highly recommend this restaurant.

Sunday lunch was excellent with very good food and service

A thoroughly enjoyable Easter Sunday meal with all the family. Would certainly recommend this hotel. All six of us would happily come to this hotel again. Of course the beautiful weather was a bonus.

Lovely food, beautifully cooked and presented Good service and helpful