What should I order at The Peddler?
The Peddler
Sticky Toffee Pudding
Recommended for its rich, melt-in-your-mouth texture and because it was described as 'to die for' after a meal that was already highly praised.
Thai Curry
Called the star of the show and praised as probably as good as it gets outside an actual Thai restaurant, making it the standout main dish.
Twice Cooked Chips
Mentioned alongside steaks and the burger as yummy and a strong side dish, though one review noted they were even better on one visit than another.
Feather Blade Steak And Prawns
Recommended for its very tender steak that melted in the mouth and the enormous prawns, making it a memorable surf-and-turf style main.
Mighty Marra Burger
Praised as a satisfying burger, with one reviewer saying it was so large they could only eat half, suggesting generous portions and strong value.
White Wine And Chicken Pasta
Highlighted as a high-quality dish served with garlic ciabatta, fitting the reviews’ repeated praise for well-cooked, tasty food.
Scotch Egg
Mentioned as a great item in the afternoon tea and part of a very tasty, generously sized selection.
Sausage Roll
Recommended as part of the afternoon tea because it was described as great and contributed to the overall enjoyment of the meal.
Quiche
Also part of the afternoon tea and called very good, adding to the positive reaction to the savory items.
Scone
Mentioned as pretty good in the afternoon tea, making it a positively received dessert item even if not the absolute standout.
Brownie
Taken home from the afternoon tea and included among the tasty pudding selections that made the tea enjoyable.
Lemon Posset
Also part of the afternoon tea desserts and praised as one of the sweet items worth taking home.
Cooked Breakfast
Recommended because breakfast visits were described as having no faults, with cooked breakfasts all round and everything well done.
Hours
| Monday | 9:30 AM to 5 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:30 AM to 5 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:30 AM to 11 PM |
| Thursday | 9:30 AM to 11 PM |
| Friday | 9:30 AM to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 9:30 AM to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 9:30 AM to 10 PM |
About The Peddler
The Peddler is a restaurant, bar, and cafe in Whitehaven, Cumbria. It serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and dessert, with dine-in service and reservations accepted. Reviewers consistently praise the food quality, generous portions, friendly service, and the spacious interior with high ceilings. Dishes and options that come up often include flatbreads, fish platter, sticky toffee pudding, feather blade steak, and gluten free options.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked questions
What is The Peddler known for?
The Peddler is especially known for its flatbreads, fish platter, feather blade steak, and sticky toffee pudding. Reviews repeatedly mention that the food is hot, well presented, and served quickly, with gluten free options also called out often.
What dishes are most recommended at The Peddler?
Reviewers most often recommend the sticky toffee pudding, fish platter, flatbreads, and feather blade steak, with the Thai curry and vegan fish and chips also getting strong praise. The afternoon tea is described as very large, with good scotch eggs, sausage rolls, chicken, quiche, brownies, and lemon posset.
What is the atmosphere like at The Peddler?
The Peddler has a spacious feel with high ceilings, modern decor, and a lively but comfortable dining room. Reviewers describe it as a good fit for groups, tourists, and solo diners, though some mention the music can be loud enough to make conversation harder.
Is The Peddler good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is £20 to £30, and reviewers often say the food quality justifies the cost even when it is pricier than nearby options. Portions are described as generous, with several diners noting they could not finish meals like the burger, afternoon tea, or lunch plates.
When is the best time to visit The Peddler?
Saturday lunch can be especially busy, and one review noted that tables were filling up within about 20 minutes. Reservations are recommended for brunch, lunch, and dinner, which fits the repeated comments about the place being popular and sometimes hard to get a table without booking.
Is parking available at The Peddler?
Yes. Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does The Peddler have vegetarian options?
Yes, The Peddler offers vegan options.
Is The Peddler kid-friendly?
Yes, The Peddler is good for kids.
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