The Wild Boar Grill & Smokehouse
The Wild Boar Inn, Grill & Smokehouse Crook Road, Windermere, North West England, LA23 3NF British, Afternoon Tea, Steaks & Grills
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Alternative afternoon tea £25 per person that includes an alcoholic drink and as much tea and coffee as you like. Booking is essential
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Restaurant description
Set amidst the stunning landscapes of the Lake District and winner of Cumbria Pub of the Year 2014, The Wild Boar Grill and Smokehouse showcases modern but hearty British food. Discover roaring open fires, sprawling rugs and low beamed ceilings in the cosy dining room.
Priding itself on its traditional décor bursting with character, The Wild Boar Inn also boasts an open kitchen for views of the chefs in action. Snack on pork crackling before sampling starters such as snails in herb, garlic and brandy cream, or game pie with piccalilli.
Guests can choose from mains including wild boar chop, and poached fillet of turbot with langoustines. Traditional pub classics such as the home roast and fish and chips can also be found on the Wild Boar Grill menu. Apple and homemade toffee vodka sorbet is a highlight among the desserts, and the wine list is substantial.
In close proximity to the famous Lake Windermere, The Wild Boar in Cumbria is a favourite with both locals and visitors. Windermere Train Station is a 10-minute drive away.
91%
of diners recommend this restaurant
Recommended for
- afternoon tea (222)
- al fresco (12)
- breakfast (73)
- business (23)
- child friendly (56)
- dinner (299)
- entertainment (11)
- large parties (58)
- lunch (136)
- luxury (101)
- private dining (81)
- romantic (178)
- trendy (43)
- value (99)
- views (69)
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28 September 2020
we had the alternative afternoon tea and omg it was amazing we loved everything about it but the standout dish on their for me was the beef stuffed yorkshire pudding. The whole thing was great value for money and by far the best afternoon tea i have had. The venue itself was clean and we felt very safe and looked after. It’s got a country pub feel but quirky at the same time. would definitely visit again if we come back to the lake district.
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28 September 2020
Fantastic restaurant and lounge area Food is lovely and well presented Staff are friendly and COVID guidelines are well observed Would recommend Alternative afternoon tea and Sunday lunch are fantastic and good value
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24 September 2020
Food was lovely. Lots of it. Main waiters and waitresses were nice and polite. Sadly the headwaiter had attitude. He spoiled the whole experience.
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23 September 2020
Great service , food and drink was excellent defo return here
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21 September 2020
We thoroughly enjoyed it the best ever afternoon tea that we have ever had and the staff were very friendly and helpfull.
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18 September 2020
Very disappointing experience at the Wild Boar recently. Establishment itself looks a little run down, more shabby than chic. Visited for the alternative afternoon tea which I see on everyone’s instagram but the food, although presented nicely, is mediocre at best. Ours seemed to be flavourless and lukewarm. The worst part about the experience was that we seemed to be seated in an area inundated with flies. There were so many around us. Buzzing around our face and food. Not a lot the staff could do I guess but if they were a little more attentive then they may have suggested to move us in to a different area. The customer service wasn’t there though. When I found an eyelash in the clotted cream I decided to notify a member of staff at reception where one waiter was also hanging about. They looked concerned in the face but they didn’t actually tell me how they were going to rectify it. Instead they just knocked off 20%. All in all a very unsatisfying day at The Wild Boar.
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16 September 2020
Sorry but food was very poor. Pigs in blankets were under cooked and the bacon was chewy. The chicken breast in butter milk. turned out to be dry chicken bits in breadcrumbs. I managed to eat mine but my friend left most of hers. Not really described well on the menu. Ordered a pint of orange squash and blackcurrant turned up. Ordered another one later and it came with soda water! Afraid not up to previous visits. Would not recommend to friends.
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16 September 2020
OMG so many of my friends posted pics of the afternoon tea. So we decided to pay a visit with our friends who were visiting from London. We prebooked the afternoon tea for 1:30 and turned up 20 minutes early and our table was free. Such beautiful surroundings and our table was in a lovely location In the pub and so relaxing. The alternative afternoon tea was HUGE!! It didn’t disappoint!! The pork pies and fish bites were amazing and the scones and jam were delicious too. Amazing experience and we have been telling everyone to visit. We will be back.
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16 September 2020
Afternoon tea was very tasty, staff very helpful would well recommend
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16 September 2020
A fantastic dinning experience, thank you so much. Loved the smoked lamb and steak and enjoyed with a nice bottle of red, Chateau Corbin. Desert looked and tasted beautiful. A perfect evening in a beautiful restaurant. Loved the huge supporting rock by the open kitchen.
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