Our favorite eating places in Kendal

The standard market city of Kendal – idyllically sandwiched between the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales Nationwide Parks – is lucky to have plenty of pretty cafés, bars and eating places to select from. However on the subject of consuming out within the night, we inevitably discover ourselves returning to the identical acquainted spots. Listed below are our recommendations, together with some images to provide you an thought of the meals to anticipate. Hopefully you’ll get the possibility to go to no less than one in every of our favorite eating places whenever 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 once generally known as Deja Vu. All through that point, it’s persistently delivered with glorious Mediterranean delicacies.

We’re creatures of behavior once we go to, invariably ordering the always-delicious hen and chorizo paella for 2, however there are many different fantastic important programs to select from. Count on 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, slow braised in blueberries, honey, garlic, onions & red wine, served with dauphinoise potatoes and steamed green beans’, and much more apart from.

We normally go for only a starter and important, however the desserts are good additionally and a good way to attempt a couple of of them without delay is to have their ‘assiette’ – a trio of mini variations of deserts which are additionally on the menu at regular portion sizes.

Reserving prematurely is advisable, notably on Friday and Saturday nights. You’ll be able to e-book on-line by way of their web site at https://www.corner124.com/ at or by telephoning throughout opening hours.

Handle: 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 glorious 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.

They usually have a beautiful alternative of tasty curries – Massaman, Penang, and so on. – and a few fantastic rice and noodle dishes. Attempt 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 persistently good.

It’s a bit of pricier than the opposite eating places recommended right here, however nonetheless positively value it for a deal with. Within the Summer season months, if climate permits, you may even dine al fresco on the entrance of the restaurant.

There’s an upstairs space to the restaurant however reserving prematurely remains to be advisable, notably on Friday and Saturday nights. You’ll be able to e-book on-line by way of the Dish Cult web site right here or by telephoning throughout opening hours. There are a couple of experiences amongst Tripadvisor critiques of obvious reserving mix-ups so we advocate the previous so that you’ve a reservation that’s confirmed in writing.

Handle: 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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When 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 electronic mail is advisable and you’ll view the menu and be taught extra about how you can order at https://www.thaikitcheninlakeland.co.uk/

Handle: 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 positioned 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 are merely pan-fried with sea salt.

You’ll be able to’t go fallacious with the Valencian fried hen and chipotle mayo, however there are additionally numerous vegetarian choices such because the Paprika mushrooms, baked in a creamy paprika sauce, and the Roasted cauliflower and mojo verde, each pictured under.

Reserving prematurely is advisable – notably at weekends and even in the course of the week typically – and might be carried out by way of their web site at https://www.comidafood.co.uk/

Handle: 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 nonetheless an possibility that you simply would possibly 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 the intention to increase your profile, please contact us.