Sheila's Cottage

4.5 ( 1045 reviews )

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The Slack, Ambleside LA22 9DQ, United Kingdom

+44 7349 270722

Sheila's Cottage, nestled in the scenic Ambleside, is quickly becoming a must-visit destination for food lovers. With rave reviews from diners, it’s clear that this charming restaurant excels in both cuisine and hospitality. Patrons have been delighted by dishes such as the steak and ale pie, celebrated for its tender meat and rich flavor. The Hugo spritz cocktail has also garnered attention, making for a refreshing pairing.

Service at Sheila's Cottage shines, with many reviewers praising the friendly and attentive staff who create an inviting atmosphere. Guests appreciate that the wait times for food are minimal, allowing them to enjoy their meals promptly. Whether indulging in sharing boards or savoring beautifully presented plates, diners feel their culinary experience is enhanced by the restaurant’s warm environment.

Charlotte Tate captures the essence of dining here, describing it as an “absolutely gorgeous experience.” The overwhelmingly positive feedback highlights that Sheila's Cottage is not just a place to eat; it’s a destination where delightful food and nurturing service come together, making it highly recommended for both couples and families seeking a memorable outing.

Accessibility
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- No wheelchair-accessible car park
Service options
- Serves dine-in
- No delivery
- No takeaway
Highlights
- Serves great coffee
- Serves great dessert
- Has great tea selection
- Has great wine list
Popular for
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Good for solo dining
Offerings
- Serves alcohol
- Serves beer
- Serves cocktails
- Serves coffee
- Serves healthy options
- Quick bite
- Serves small plates
- Serves spirits
- Serves vegetarian dishes
- Serves wine
Dining options
- Serves brunch
- Serves lunch
- Serves dinner
- Serves dessert
- Has seating
Amenities
- Has bar on site
- Has toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
- Romantic
Crowd
- Good for groups
- Popular with tourists
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Accepts credit cards
- Accepts debit cards
- Accepts NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- Has kids' menu
Parking
- Paid parking lot
Pets
- Dogs allowed

Charlotte Tate

Jul 5,2025

Had an absolutely gorgeous dining experience here last night! Food was some of the best we’ve had. Lovely staff and service! Awesome place

Lola Willson

Jun 15,2025

Lovely little place that served up some great food. Their steak and ale pie was filled to the brim with tender meat and really very delicious. Also delicious was the special Hugo spritz cocktail I had with it!

Liew Benson

Jun 6,2025

Ordered Sharing Boards for 2. Turn up really delicious. Friendly waitress. Reasonable price.

Daniel Brade

May 20,2025

I spent a night away with my wife. We dined in Sheila's cottage and the food was delicious. The table service was spot on and not too long to wait for the food! Would definitely recommend 5

Micaela Martinez Kucharczuk

May 13,2025

Had a lovely experience at Sheila’s Cottage! The food was absolutely delicious – full of flavor and beautifully presented. The service was equally impressive; the staff were warm, attentive, and made us feel very welcome. Highly recommended!

Brandy Du

May 9,2025

Best dinner we’ve had in the Lake District. Dog friendly as well. Would love to come back.

Tony Percival

Apr 7,2025

We have eaten here a few times over the many times we have stayed in Ambleside and it never disappoints. The food is amazing and the service is great. Staff are friendly and attentive. Definitely our go to place to eat in Ambleside.

Michael Latham

Mar 27,2025

We've stayed in Ambleside three times now and always look for somewhere different to eat out in the evening. This time the name of Sheila's Cottage cropped up and, reading good reviews for it, we decided to give it a go. One of the other main points that attracted us was that dogs were welcome. We were given a warm welcome and shown to a table for two with enough space for our rather elderly greyhound. She, too, received a wonderful welcome and we perused the menu to see what we would eat. There was no pressure to decide and we both chose the Moroccan Vegetable Terrine with a starter of olives to share. Service was very efficient and the shared starters of Italian Olives were quickly consumed. The Tagine proved to be very tasty and nice and light to eat. All washed down with a lovely glass of wine. Although it was quiet when we called in, the restaurant filled up by the time we had finished our meal. When in Ambleside again, we shall certainly be sure to call in again and try other items on the menu. Definitely one to try.

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