Our favorite eating places in Kendal

The normal market city of Kendal – idyllically sandwiched between the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales Nationwide Parks – is lucky to have a variety of beautiful cafés, bars and eating places to select from. However with regards to consuming out within the night, we inevitably discover ourselves returning to the identical acquainted spots. Listed here are our ideas, together with some images to offer you an concept of the meals to count on. Hopefully you’ll get the possibility to go to at the very least considered one of our favorite eating places once you subsequent end up in Kendal.

Nook 124

In all probability our most common hang-out is the small-but-intimate Nook 124. Located at a junction the place Windermere Highway, Sandes Avenue, Stricklandgate and Maude Avenue all meet, we’ve been visiting this little gem for 25 years when it was often called Deja Vu. All through that point, it’s constantly delivered with wonderful Mediterranean delicacies.

We’re creatures of behavior after we go to, invariably ordering the always-delicious rooster and chorizo paella for 2, however there are many different fantastic foremost programs to select from. Anticipate something from ‘Confit duck leg in orange, ginger, sesame seeds and spring onion served with roasted charlotte potatoes and steamed broccoli’ to ‘Daube of beef, sluggish braised in blueberries, honey, garlic, onions & crimson wine, served with dauphinoise potatoes and steamed inexperienced beans’, and much more in addition to.

We often go for only a starter and foremost, however the desserts are good additionally and a good way to strive just a few of them without delay is to have their ‘assiette’ – a trio of mini variations of deserts which might be additionally on the menu at regular portion sizes.

Reserving prematurely is beneficial, notably on Friday and Saturday nights. You may ebook on-line through their web site at https://www.corner124.com/ at or by telephoning throughout opening hours.

Deal with: Nook 124 Stricklandgate, Kendal LA9 4QG
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Phone: 07393 480230

Bangkok 7

Bangkok 7 – or BKK7 – is Kendal’s premier Thai restaurant, and also you’ll discover it on Fb right here.

They serve wonderful Thai delicacies and you’ll select from a set menu or go for a la carte. The starter choice is nice to share, and there’s a vegetarian possibility.

And so they have a beautiful selection of tasty curries – Massaman, Penang, and many others. – and a few fantastic rice and noodle dishes. Strive the Khao Pad Boo (fried jasmine rice with crab meat, egg, carrot and spring onion served with a Particular Mommy seafood sauce recipe). Presentation and repair are additionally constantly good.

It’s slightly pricier than the opposite eating places instructed right here, however nonetheless undoubtedly value it for a deal with. Within the Summer time months, if climate permits, you’ll be able to even dine al fresco on the entrance of the restaurant.

There’s an upstairs space to the restaurant however reserving prematurely continues to be beneficial, notably on Friday and Saturday nights. You may ebook on-line through the Dish Cult web site right here or by telephoning throughout opening hours. There are just a few experiences amongst Tripadvisor opinions of obvious reserving mix-ups so we suggest the previous so that you’ve a reservation that’s confirmed in writing.

Deal with: Bangkok 7, 24 Finkle St, Kendal LA9 4AB
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Phone: 01539 733733
Closed on Sundays, and closes for a winter break from late December to early February.

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In case you can’t get a reservation at Bangkok 7, a shout-out additionally must go to Thai Kitchen in Lakeland which operates a ‘drive-though’ takeaway assortment service from a small industrial property in Kendal. This isn’t your common takeaway, however Thai road meals made to order. Pre-ordering by textual content or e-mail is advisable and you’ll view the menu and be taught extra about the way to order at https://www.thaikitcheninlakeland.co.uk/

Deal with: Unit 6, Dockray Corridor Highway, Kendal LA9 4RU
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Phone: 07768 808249
Closed on Sundays and Mondays

Comida

Comida provides a really relaxed atmosphere, serving tapas-style dishes within the coronary heart of Kendal (it’s situated between Kendal City Corridor and the Brewery Arts Centre).

Select from scrumptious dishes such because the Inexperienced fig and roasted fennel salad, or the Goats cheese beetroot and honey, or the Padron peppers which might be merely pan-fried with sea salt.

You may’t go fallacious with the Valencian fried rooster and chipotle mayo, however there are additionally a lot of vegetarian choices such because the Paprika mushrooms, baked in a creamy paprika sauce, and the Roasted cauliflower and mojo verde, each pictured beneath.

Reserving prematurely is beneficial – notably at weekends and even throughout the week generally – and will be achieved through their web site at https://www.comidafood.co.uk/

Deal with: Comida, 90-92 Highgate, Kendal LA9 4HE
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Phone: 01539 732082
Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.

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The pub subsequent door however one (98 Highgate) can be utilized by diners who can’t be accommodated. This provides a extra restricted Comida menu, presumably as a result of challenges confronted with taking some dishes throughout from the principle restaurant, however is however an possibility that you simply may like to contemplate.

Becky Johnson

Becky Johnson is a Director of Kendal Vacation Cottages Ltd.. Kendal Vacation Cottages Ltd. provides luxurious riverside vacation lodging that’s completely positioned between two of the UK’s most stunning Nationwide Parks – the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales. If you want to be a visitor blogger on A Luxurious Journey Weblog with a view to elevate your profile, please contact us.