New Dungeon Ghyll - South Lakeland

Very enjoyable meal on Friday evening following a hike. We had looked at the exciting menu in the morning but didn't want to commit ourselves by booking a table beforehand and rushing back. Relieved that they had a spare table . My husband had the leek confit as a starter which was plentiful and tasty. We both had the seabream which came with new potatoes, olives and spinach. Despite the high cost of the ingredients you didn't feel that they skimped on the portion. 2 nice pieces of fish each, plenty of olives and spinach. We benefited of their special offers, £1 off per pint from 16.30 to 1900. I have no hesitation to recommend this place. The rating is 4 out of 5 as the dinning room is a bit dark but the food was top marks

Unfortunately, the dining experience in this restaurant did not even come close to the beautiful surroundings in which it is located. The building itself is striking, demonstrating the typical slate brick construction on so many buildings in the lake district, however, unfortunately, that 's where it 's positive impact ends. The decor, which was perhaps intended to be create a classic country pub ambience, is closer to what what one might see in the dining room of a nursing home. David Dickinson would not be impressed. The customer service, whilst civil, lacked any genuine warmth or salutation. Finally, and perhaps most importantly, the food was significantly disappointing. The majority of offerings were redolent of reheated frozen food(the phrase 'Aunt Bessies 's ' was used on a number of occasions), the meats were tough and lacklustre and the pigs in blankets were the worst I have ever seen in 45 years walking this earth. Any exposure that they may have had to a heat source, seemed purely accidental. It is quite frankly, criminal, that an establishment such as this should, seemingly, rely solely on it 's isolated position to mug hikers off, who after having traversed some serious terrain, should be rewarded with offerings that are befitting of the great adventures they are. Perhaps they should replace it with a Premier Inn....

We both ordered fish and chips and they were the worst fish and chips we'd ever had. The chips were undercooked and the fish batter was soggy and tasteless. The mushy peas were ok. The waitress did bring us some more chips when we mentioned they were overcooked, and they were marginally better. It didn't seem like any effort had been made with the food at all. The food was served very quickly, obviously not leaving enough time for cooking. It's such a shame as the setting is beautiful but we definitely won't be back.

It really saddens me to write this review. I have a huge affinity with Great Langdale and all the people in the valley that have a genuine passion for this beautiful area. G G or done 20 years now I’ve stayed here and it’s never faltered. Staff are an integral part and I am faulting them one bit. I have issues with Red Cat. I really do not think they understand the culture of the Lakes. It’s laid back and hikers are bread and butter and not done pub down South. The outside area for patrons at the rear has been ‘landscaped’ hence trees giving natural coverage are now gone and wildlife has virtually disappeared regarding birds. Tree felling in the Lakes is not a great idea as it impacts on wildlife. Secondly, the bar area has been extended through to an area that was previously just for patrons of the hotel. This is a quite annoying as now you have everyone walking through the area while you’re eating in the restaurant. Pub mentality. The outdoor area a bar itself is more like a Wetherspoons than anything to do with the Lakes. I really do wish delicacy was implemented on these precious areas that need our care… I hear weddings are a big focus on the hotel. ……No focus on the actual hikers/walkers/runners then just another corporate owned business. Very sad…

My partner and I arrived at home today after visiting NDG hotel for the first time this weekend. From the moment we walked in to the minute we checked out, we were made very welcome. The staff were absolutely fantastic as was the food and nothing was too much trouble. The staff were very polite and we've had an absolutely fantastic time. We will certainly be going back later in the year for a longer stay.