Windermere Jetty Museum Lakeshore Cafe

4.6 ( 286 reviews )
Checking... 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM See Hours
£1–10
Jetty Museum, Rayrigg Rd, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere LA23 1BN, United Kingdom
+44 15396 37940

Located at the picturesque Jetty Museum in Bowness-on-Windermere, the Windermere Jetty Museum Lakeshore Cafe stands out as an idyllic spot to relax and enjoy stunning lakeside views. Patrons rave about the overall experience, with 'Mom LT' highlighting a delightful lunch followed by a boat trip on heritage vessels, making it a perfect day out. The cafe gets high marks for its accessible environment and standout customer service, as illustrated by 'Ray Anslow's' feedback regarding the helpfulness of the staff.

The menu features a variety of delicious options, showcasing dishes like the acclaimed 'boatman platter' and Korean chicken that 'Jemma Henshaw' found beautifully presented and fairly priced. Diners can also indulge in sweet treats such as a wonderful chocolate mousse, underscoring the cafe's commitment to quality. Outdoor heated benches add an extra layer of comfort, enabling guests to linger and soak in the serene surroundings.

Whether you're planning a short visit or a leisurely afternoon, the Windermere Jetty Museum Lakeshore Cafe provides not only excellent food and drink but a memorable experience by the lake. With reasonable prices and a warm atmosphere, it’s easy to see why this cafe is considered a hidden gem in the national park.

Amenities and More

  • Service options
    • Outdoor seating
    • On-site services
    • Dine-in
    • Delivery
  • Highlights
    • Great coffee
    • Great dessert
    • Great tea selection
  • Popular for
    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Offerings
    • Coffee
    • Healthy options
    • Quick bite
    • Small plates
  • Dining options
    • Breakfast
    • Brunch
    • Lunch
    • Dessert
    • Seating
  • Amenities
    • Toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
  • Crowd
    • Groups
    • Tourists
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs
    • Kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Paid parking lot
    • Parking
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed

Reviews For Windermere Jetty Museum Lakeshore Cafe

Mom LT
Jul 11,2025
We had a lovely lunch at the Windermere Jetty Museum cafe on a sunny day in June. We sat at a table outside to enjoy the beautiful views. We had a great 30 minute boat trip after lunch, on one of the heritage boats. Highly recommend for anyone visiting the area.
Ray Anslow
Jun 27,2025
Being 'disabled' initially I found the entrance hidden. Also having to go outside as part of the tour on a cold February day was a challenge. However all parts are accessible. Cafe very good with cost equalled by quality and quantity. No problem with parking and reception staff most helpful on our first visit.
Alan Johnson
Jun 15,2025
Excellent lunch at the steam boat museum cafe today. The boatman platter was perfect. Followed by a trip on the steam boat. What a great half day out. Even better, there are four heated benches under the boat style covers outside across the beck. They are so nice it's hard to leave.
Jemma Henshaw
Jun 7,2025
This place was a great find. Beautiful lake side views. The staff in the cafe and shop were extremely polite and helpful despite being very busy. The food was excellent- we had Korean chicken followed by a wonderful chocolate mousse both of which were beautifully presented and very reasonably priced. Looking forward to visiting again.
mark gregg
May 28,2025
Best lakeside cafe in the National park.. The paddle board hire was great fun AND so cheap!
Chris Powell
May 12,2025
Another superb lunch at the Windermere Jetty Cafe. I had Roast Beef and Yorkshire Pudding Wrap with dirty fries (chips and gravy). Absolutely fantastic. It’s a great place too. Free to park if you go to cafe or museum, fabulous lake shore views and an award wining architecture with gorgeous boats on show
M T
Apr 18,2025
Good place for a coffee, it cost us about 5 for two coffees and with that we got free parking. The meals all looked really good and were a very good price.
Peter Hewson
Apr 10,2025
Restaurant was quiet but the view was fantastic and food was delicious. We did visit on a weekend and the workshop was quiet only one man working. I did not see the boatrips running but they may have been, we have had a trip out on our last visit which was good. When you first visit your ticket will last all year. The car park is free if you buy a ticket or visit the restaurant. We will be back.

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