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Atelier

Lancaster House, Lake Road, Ambleside LA22 0BD, England
015394 31156
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Ranked #2 of 68 restaurants in Ambleside
Price range: S$30 - S$39
Cuisines: Mediterranean
Dining options: Reservations, After-hours
Restaurant details
Dining options: Reservations, After-hours
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UK
Top Contributor
63 reviews 63 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 50 cities Reviews in 50 cities
66 helpful votes 66 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

I always feel slightly nervous about going to a restaurant or hotel which has rave reviews on Tripadvisor, as expectations are very high, and as the saying goes "nothing is ever as good or bad as you expect it to be". Atelier is an exception. My husband and I ate here at the May Bank holiday weekend and had probably... More

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ethnamarie, Owner at Atelier, responded to this review
18 May 2013

Flattery will get you everywhere!!! Seriously, that you have booked to return to atelier is praise indeed, and both Staff and Chef express their gratitude for the same. Absolutely thrilled that you were satisfied with the quality of the produce, particularly the chips, and that you found the milieu convivial/relaxing. See you soon.THANK YOU LOTS! Ethna More

Leicestershire
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48 reviews 48 reviews
17 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
32 helpful votes 32 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

By far the best restaurant in Ambleside, a must if you are stopping here or live locally. All three courses were cooked to perfection and were extremely tasty. A very warm welcome and attentive service. My husband had the Sea Bass, which he said was the best he had ever had. The toffee apple creme brulee was utterly divine, and... More

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ethnamarie, Owner at Atelier, responded to this review
17 May 2013

'A little Consideration, a little Thought for others, makes all the difference.' (AA Milne) Such a considerate review, and worthy of the quote. You were a return diner, so that was extra special. Much obliged for the numerous, gracious compliments. Chef was especially chuffed. Thank you for the recommendation. The card?? The Writer has a 'bag of tricks'!! See you... More

Leeds, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

I was taken here on my hen do with 5 others as we walked in with our tiaras on we were promptly told off for not letting them know before hand that it was a special occasion because they would have done more!! Their food is amazing, I had sea bass which was beautiful. I will definitely be returning with... More

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ethnamarie, Owner at Atelier, responded to this review
17 May 2013

You are the bee's knees!! Delighted that you took the time in your VERY busy schedule to post your first TA review, and what a terrific one it is. LOTS and LOTS of 'thank yous' for the compliments from all at atelier - happy that all was to your liking. Have a SUPER Wedding Day, and all the best for... More

Wigan, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013 via mobile

Booked into Atelier for the Friday night of the bank holiday weekend. I originally wanted a different restaurant but it was booked up. How glad am I that it was. Food was excellent, I had the duck and sticky toffee pudding which were gorgeous. I will definitely be going again. Book first as a lot of people came in and... More

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ethnamarie, Owner at Atelier, responded to this review
9 May 2013

Brilliant review!! Thank you VERY much for the incredible compliments, and for the recommendation - everyone is pleased as punch. Yes, atelier will endeavor to 'keep up the great work' and to continue working hard - complacency is not a nice word. Do dine with us again. Ethna More

Carlisle, United Kingdom
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

I went with a group of 5 friends on Saturday night for a Hen Party meal. As we came through the door with our tiaras on and sat down we were told off for not letting front of house know we were a Hen Party...because they would have made more of a fuss!! Such a lovely welcoming place we were... More

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ethnamarie, Owner at Atelier, responded to this review
9 May 2013

You are the cat's pajamas!! There is a tendency to hear the words 'Hen/Stag night' and run!!!!! Your Group were smashing. Staff and Chef are very appreciative of the fabulous sentiments, and the recommendation. Delighted you chose atelier as your venue. Best Wishes, and have a great day, Roz. Pop in again soon. Ethna More

Sheffield, United Kingdom
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Simply one of the best meals we have ever had! Delicious, well presented food in a nice relaxed atmosphere with brilliant staff - will definitely be back!

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ethnamarie, Owner at Atelier, responded to this review
17 May 2013

You are a Star!! Such a wonderful, succinct summary of atelier. Thrilled to bits that everything met with your approval. Thank you SO much for the plaudits and the recommendation. Do dine with us again. Ethna More

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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

What a fantastic restaurant. We, and our friends, spent a long Bank Holiday weekend in Ambleside, and ate at various places. Atelier, by far, was the best. The service was second to none. Ethna greeted us on arrival (despite me not managing to open the door in front of a room full of diners), and immediately made us feel welcome... More

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ethnamarie, Owner at Atelier, responded to this review
7 May 2013

JFK Kennedy said, 'We must find time to stop and thank the people who make a difference in our lives.' That is exactly what atelier is doing now. You were a smashing group, very entertaining and extremely appreciative of the food. So you deserve a humongous thank you from both Staff and Chef - especially Chef!! Yes, Sharon and Erika... More

Campbeltown, United Kingdom
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

Fabulous food freshly cooked to order, brilliant friendly staff. We couldn't fault it. They even had a birthday card for my daughter whose birthday we were celebrating. We'll be back.

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ethnamarie, Owner at Atelier, responded to this review
7 May 2013

Such a cute, brief summary of your evening at atelier BUT, Oh My, does it say a lot!! Thank you SO VERY much for the amazing compliments - greatly appreciated. Thrilled you chose atelier to celebrate the special occasion. Hope to see you again. Ethna More

Kingston-upon-Hull, United Kingdom
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24 reviews 24 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

We booked Atelier in Ambleside after reading so may great reviews and we were not disappointed. This is a gem of a restaurant that we hope keeps it's standards so wonderfully high. As foodies, the place we eat can make or break out weekend away and we spend as much time researching our evening meal venues as we do a... More

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ethnamarie, Owner at Atelier, responded to this review
7 May 2013

The Writer remembers you - lovely couple. What a marvelous review. Totally agree with you that lovely food is a vital contribution to one's holiday, and atelier is delighted to have been a positive, memorable experience. A gargantuan thank you for the approbation/recommendation. Come and see us soon. Ethna More

Leeds, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

Booked a table here a week before we arrived in Ambleside.Good job we did as it is almost always fully booked.On arrival we were greeted and shown to our table.I had a glass of house red which was very good.My wife had a vodka and tonic which she said was spot on.I opted not to go for a starter and... More

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ethnamarie, Owner at Atelier, responded to this review
7 May 2013

Flattery will get you everywhere!! Your review is like a breath of fresh air to all at atelier. COLOSSAL gratitude is sent your way for such awesome superlatives. See you soon Thank you Ethna More

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