Where to Eat - Villa Colombina

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You may not know it but nestling in front of Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Trust Townend site just south of Grasmere on the A591 within a spacious car park for patrons sits Villa Colombina.  Formally Dove Cottage tea rooms it was relaunched in 2005; going back to his apprenticeship roots chef/proprietor Mike Metcalfe is holding true to the fulsome flavours that create the feast of Italian fare that’s on offer here.  During the day the menu follows traditional tea room type food catering for guests of Dove Cottage and tourist alike. But when the evening comes a subtle transition happens – soft music, the low lighting with glittering fairy lights create a mediterranean  ambience that is welcoming, friendly for groups, yet sufficiently intimate for couples to enjoy an evening on their own.  Coupled with the great food and good service, competitively priced – it’s an evening to remember for all the right reasons.

- We source as many ingredients as possible from local suppliers
- We have a selection of regional Italian and international wines to complement our extensive menu
- We are sympathetic to special dietary requirements
- We create group menus on request
- Family friendly offering’ early doors times’ and child sized portions
- Our signature dishes include a beef lasagne that is topped with goat’s cheese and  homemade desserts.

Contact Details ;

Telephone : 015394 35268
Email : carriegrasmere@aol.com
Web Site : www.howfoot.co.uk

Address :

Townend
Grasmere
Cumbria
LA22 9SH

Opening Times ;

7 Days a week from 10am as Tea Rooms and during peak season.
Open every night from 6pm as an Italian restaurant - Please check for evening opening times during low season.

Visitor Directions ;

Sat Nav coordinates
The carpark is:
Latitude = 54.4537, Longitude = -3.0167
Lat = 54 degrees, 27.2 minutes North
Long = 3 degrees, 1.0 minutes West
Postcode: LA22 9SH

Free Parking
Free parking is available for cars and coaches for the duration of your visit.