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Jackson's Bistro

West End, Bowness-on-Windermere LA23 3EE, England
015394 46264
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Good for: Romantic, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
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Restaurant details
Good for: Romantic, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
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Blackwood, United Kingdom
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33 reviews 33 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
83 helpful votes 83 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

Booked this restaurant after reading the reviews on Trip Advisor, We weren't let down !! We took advantage of the set menu served up to 7pm on saturday night. Great value for money. We both had chicken pancakes to start. The portion looked huge when it was put in front of you but it was so so light. We both... More

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London, United Kingdom
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11 reviews 11 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

We arrived out of the blue,no reservation,place was busy but staff were extremely pleasant and made us very welcome and found us a nice table.Service and food were way above average in my opinion and value for money was excellent.Comprehensive menu which will surely have something for everyone.If you are in the area you really must give this place a... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW via mobile

Went to Jacksons on a whim & even though they were busy they fitted us in. Food was delicious, piping hot & fresh. Reasonably priced & thoroughly enjoyed. Staff also very friendly & helpful. If we had stayed in Bowness longer we would definately have gone back.

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Wales
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82 reviews 82 reviews
35 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 44 cities Reviews in 44 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2013 NEW

Such a comprehensive menu might make you think that Jacksons is "Jack of all Trades but Master of None" but you would be wrong. The choices are many and varied with some unusual twists on well-loved dishes and whatever you choose I don't think you will be disappointed. Service is friendly and professional and a very welcoming atmosphere has been... More

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9 reviews 9 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2013 NEW via mobile

On arriving we received a poor welcome and seated in a room on our own. We had the seafood starter for two that was not fresh seafood very disappointed. The mains are over priced and under portioned. One dark haired girl did do a good job and helped make a poor experience a little better. This could be a fantastic... More

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Newport, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2013

the staff were very accommodating and found us a table even though the place was very busy. The food was very good and we may have gone back had we not found another restaurant which was marginally better (Roberto's).

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Ghent, Belgium
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Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

Food was average but service could be a little better. Different persons who served me and they look not really......happy.

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Mawdesley, United Kingdom
2 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2013

Had a lovely meal on 6th June. King Prawns and Scallops cooked to perfection. Full marks for the chef. Front of house staff abrupt and we got the impression they wanted us in and out as soon as possible.

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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 June 2013 via mobile

Had a great meal at Jacksons and could not fault it. First time stay in Bowness and certainly made a great choice. Would definitely recommend

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leeds
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10 reviews 10 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 June 2013

Have found that Jacksons is one of the best restaurants in Bowness, we have eaten here each time we have visited Bowness , and have always had a really nice meal,have had dissaponting experiences in a few other restaurants there so now just pre book when we book our B&B

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