Services & amenities
3801
Service options
- Dine-in
- Yes
- Delivery
- No
02
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Yes
- Beer
- Yes
- Coffee
- Yes
- Hard liquor
- Yes
- Healthy options
- Yes
- Wine
- Yes
03
Dining options
- Lunch
- Yes
- Dinner
- Yes
- Dessert
- Yes
- Seating
- Yes
- Table service
- Yes
04
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Yes
- Great dessert
- Yes
- Great wine list
- Yes
05
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Yes
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- No
06
Payments
- Credit cards
- Yes
- Debit cards
- Yes
- NFC mobile payments
- Yes
07
Parking
- Somewhat difficult to find a space
- Yes
08
Crowd
- Groups
- Yes
- Tourists
- Yes
09
Children
- High chairs
- Yes
- Kids’ menu
- Yes
10
Planning
- Reservations required
- Yes
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Yes
- Accepts reservations
- Yes
11
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Yes
- Restroom
- Yes
12
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Yes
- Cozy
- Yes
- Romantic
- Yes
- Trendy
- Yes
13
Popular for
- Lunch
- Yes
- Dinner
- Yes
- Solo dining
- Yes
Categories and services
- Italian restaurant
- Restaurant
Customer reviews
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4
3
2
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Review topics
- evening 20
- food and service 16
- book 15
- lasagne 9
- lakes 8
- birthday 8
- courses 7
- garlic bread 6
- cheesecake 6
- starters 6
Available reviews: 15
Good food, great service and vibe. My family and I really enjoyed our dinner there. They have a good and different selection of desserts and wine. It was warm, cozy and homely.
- Parking
- Will need to park at Rayrigg road car park or at the pier and walk to the restaurant.
- Wait time
- No wait
- Group size
- 2 people
- Noise level
- Moderate noise
- Price per person
- £30–40
- Vegetarian offerings
- Large vegetarian selection
- Recommendation for vegetarians
- Highly recommend
- Food
- 5
- Service
- 5
- Atmosphere
- 5
A Hidden Gem in the Lake District , A Must Visit Italian Delight Tucked away on a charming one way street, this Italian restaurant might be a little tricky to find, especially with car access restricted unless you’re a disabled badge holder but trust me, it’s worth the effort. …More reviews
A Hidden Gem in the Lake District , A Must Visit Italian Delight
Tucked away on a charming one way street, this Italian restaurant might be a little tricky to find, especially with car access restricted unless you’re a disabled badge holder but trust me, it’s worth the effort.
From the moment you step inside, the atmosphere is absolutely captivating: warm, welcoming, and authentically Italian. It’s a spot that feels both special and relaxed, the kind of place where conversations linger over empty plates and glasses of wine.
The staff are fantastically attentive, cheerful, and clearly passionate about what they do. It’s refreshing to see young talent thriving in the hospitality industry, and their energy adds to the overall experience.
A word to the wise: skip the beers and lagers. This place shines when it comes to its wine selection, which perfectly complements the food and enhances the overall dining experience.
If you’re visiting the Lake District, make this restaurant a priority. Excellent food, a beautiful atmosphere, and standout service make it a true highlight of the region.- Reservation
- Reservation required
- Seating type
- Indoor dining area
- Parking space
- Somewhat difficult to find parking
- Special events
- No special event
- Price per person
- £100+
- Vegetarian offerings
- Not sure
- Recommendation for vegetarians
- Highly recommend
- Food
- 5
- Service
- 5
- Atmosphere
- 5
Really fantastic restaurant with great atmosphere, wonderful staff and amazing host. They really were all great. Faultless
- Wait time
- No wait
- Group size
- Suitable for all group sizes
- Noise level
- Moderate noise
- Price per person
- £30–40
- Food
- 5
- Service
- 5
- Atmosphere
- 5
More reviews+12
Came here after reading reviews and I was not disappointed! I had booked ahead and was when I arrived I was warmly greated and seated immediately. Food was incredibly tasty and eaten entirely! I had the goats cheese salad, pollo marengo and the chef recommended desert. Vanilla sponge, cherry compte and vanilla ice cream. The house rosé helped it all go down!
- Wait time
- No wait
- Group size
- 1 person
- Noise level
- Quiet, easy to talk
- Food
- 5
- Service
- 5
- Atmosphere
- 5
Had a great dinner here. Typical classic Italian restaurant with all the usual dishes and some interesting specials. Chicken liver starter was excellent, as were all three pasta dishes we chose. Wine list is extensive if a little expensive. Good range of beers. Part of the place …More reviews
Had a great dinner here. Typical classic Italian restaurant with all the usual dishes and some interesting specials. Chicken liver starter was excellent, as were all three pasta dishes we chose. Wine list is extensive if a little expensive. Good range of beers. Part of the place is up a set of stairs on the first floor. Something to be aware of if you find stairs an issue. Would recommend reserving a table as it was very busy when we were there. Despite this service was quick and friendly. for what we had it was also good value.- Parking
- About 5 minute walk from large public paid car park.
- Service
- Dine in
- Meal type
- Dinner
- Parking space
- Plenty of parking
- Parking options
- Paid parking lot
- Price per person
- £30–40
- Wheelchair accessibility
- Part of the restaurant is on an upper floor reached by a set of stairs. Ask for a table on the lower floor in advance if needed.
- Food
- 5
- Service
- 5
- Atmosphere
- 4
Staying in Windermere and walked past this restaurant and thought the menu looked good. Called same day and luckily managed to get a table for that evening, though it seems we really timed it right as it was fully booked. We walked down an alley to find a very charming, authentic…More reviews
Staying in Windermere and walked past this restaurant and thought the menu looked good. Called same day and luckily managed to get a table for that evening, though it seems we really timed it right as it was fully booked. We walked down an alley to find a very charming, authentic restaurant where we were greeted and seated by a friendly and welcoming gentleman. The food was second to none, fresh and authentic and extremely tasty. Very efficient service, couldn’t fault any of it. £80 for three courses, two alcoholic drinks and one non-alcoholic drink. Really great prices. Will absolutely be back if we ever find ourselves in the area.- Service
- Dine in
- Meal type
- Dinner
- Price per person
- £40–50
- Food
- 5
- Service
- 5
- Atmosphere
- 5
This place was amazing, food was full of flavour and the atmosphere was perfect. It really feels like home and service was incredible. Would definitely go back here!
- Group size
- 2 people, 3-4 people
- Noise level
- Quiet, easy to talk
- Price per person
- £20–30
- Food
- 5
- Service
- 5
- Atmosphere
- 5
Great little family Italian restaurant in Bowness on Windermere. Friendly attentive service delicious well presented traditional food. Reasonable prices and interesting cuisine with good specials board. Booking advised as it’s quite small. Recommended !
- Service
- Dine in
- Meal type
- Dinner
Fabulous family run business with Incredible food, you can immediately see the effort, heart and soul that goes into the food. Both pasta dishes were amazing, my wife ordered pasta napoli whilst I ordered the rigatoni. For desert, the cantuccini was incredible and my Wife was spe…More reviews
Fabulous family run business with Incredible food, you can immediately see the effort, heart and soul that goes into the food. Both pasta dishes were amazing, my wife ordered pasta napoli whilst I ordered the rigatoni. For desert, the cantuccini was incredible and my Wife was speechless at the afogato! Incredible!
I came here two days after my wedding, during our honeymoon and the service were so nice and friendly!
The service was so fast and we enjoyed a lovely chat with the service about Italy!
If there were six stars I would give them that!
Highly recommended!- Food
- 5
- Service
- 5
- Atmosphere
- 5
We enjoyed eating here on 2 evenings last week. The food and service were excellent, a varied menu. All the staff were very welcoming , professional, efficient and friendly. Excellent ! We will be back. Thanks Claire and the team.
- Food
- 5
- Service
- 5
- Atmosphere
- 5
Been visiting this fab authentic rustic italian restaurant for 23 years and the family owners still offer a warm and friendly welcome, with excellent traditional italian fayre and great hospitality! Highly recommend any pasta or fish/seafood dish - oh and garlic bread with tomato…More reviews
Been visiting this fab authentic rustic italian restaurant for 23 years and the family owners still offer a warm and friendly welcome, with excellent traditional italian fayre and great hospitality! Highly recommend any pasta or fish/seafood dish - oh and garlic bread with tomato to die for! Also homemade Tiramisu is a must for a sweet tooth to finish your meal!
Angelo, Claire, Roberto and Davide make this the success that it always has been!
P.s make sure to book in advance for peak holiday times and weekends as they are always full!- Service
- Dine in
- Meal type
- Dinner
- Price per person
- £40–50
- Food
- 5
- Service
- 5
- Atmosphere
- 5
Warm, cozy atmosphere Lovely staff who are very helpful Some of the best Italian food I have ever had... Extremely fresh and also served quickly. That cheese cake was rather tasty.. desserts made locally. Very reasonably priced too.. would go back in a heartbeat
Warm and cosy Italian restaurant hidden away in the centre of Bowness transporting you to the streets of positano for a splendid meal. Quick service, friendly staff, reasonable prices and great food! Generous portions.
- Service
- Dine in
- Meal type
- Dinner
- Price per person
- £10–20
- Recommended dishes
- Pizza
- Food
- 5
- Service
- 5
- Atmosphere
- 5
Such a fabulous place. Very authentic Italian food and wine. Great service and our food was sooo good! Can definitely recommend if you're in Bowness
- Food
- 5
- Service
- 5
- Atmosphere
- 5
Lovely restaurant. Amazing service from Davide & the most beautiful food. Fresh, hot, beautiful flavours. Will absolutely be coming again. Thank you.
- Service
- Dine in
- Meal type
- Dinner
- Food
- 5
- Service
- 5
- Atmosphere
- 5
Opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 17:00–20:30
- Wednesday
- 17:00–20:30
- Thursday
- 17:00–20:30
- Friday
- 17:00–20:30
- Saturday
- 17:00–20:30
- Sunday
- Closed
Find us
Windermere
Ash Street, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere LA23 3EB, United KingdomVilla PositanoWindermereGet directions
Questions & answers
101Is this restaurant dog friendly?
I’m not to sure , although the rest of the town is very dog friendly☺️however I would suggest not to bring you’re fur babies as it is very small inside & tables are close together (not very comfortable for dogs).
Customer updates
What a lovely meal 👍👍👍
Location details
- neighborhood
- Bowness-on-Windermere
- street
- Ash Street
- postalCode
- LA23 3EB
- plusCode
- 937J+M4 Windermere, United Kingdom