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Hooked Seafood is a celebrated seafood restaurant serving Windermere, Bowness-on-Windermere, and surrounding areas. Located in the heart of the Lake District, we’re known as a top choice for those seeking the best places to eat in Windermere. Just a stones thow from Bowness-on-Windermere, our restaurant prides itself on using locally sourced, fresh ingredients to bring you some of the finest seafood Windermere offers. From delicate, flavourful dishes to inventive seasonal specials, our menu shows a genuine passion for quality and taste. Whether seeking a memorable evening meal or a new favourite spot, our welcoming atmosphere and attentive staff help you feel right at home. Hooked promises a dining experience to remember.
Unassuming small restaurant serving locally caught fish and seafood dishes with a global spin.
Hours
| Monday | 5–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–9 PM |
| Thursday | 5–9 PM |
| Friday | 5–9 PM |
| Saturday | 5–9 PM |
| Sunday | 5–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: Ellerthwaite Square, Windermere LA23 1DP, United Kingdom
Phone: +44 15394 48443
Website: https://hookedwindermere.co.uk/
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Reviews
Essa Moshiri
I recently dined at this seafood restaurant and whilst the food was excellent, the service was thoroughly disappointing.
Service Issues:
Upon arriving without a booking, the hostess seemed uncertain whether she could seat us, stating she needed to check with her manager first—hardly a welcoming start, particularly as the restaurant was only half full at the time. We then waited over 50 minutes for our food, an unacceptably long wait that marred the entire experience. It’s worth noting the restaurant remained at roughly 50% capacity throughout our visit, so the poor service cannot be attributed to being overwhelmed.
Management Concerns:
Most concerning was the owner’s lack of attention to service. When I requested the bill, he was busy chatting away with guests at another table about irrelevant matters, seemingly oblivious to customers needing assistance.
The Food:
Credit where it’s due—the kitchen delivered outstanding dishes. I had the pinciana steak whilst my companion enjoyed noodles with pork and seafood. Both were beautifully prepared with excellent flavours.
Value for Money:
However, the prices felt steep given the modest portions and poor service. The food quality alone doesn’t justify the premium pricing.
Final Verdict:
Whilst the culinary team clearly has talent, the combination of poor service, inattentive management, and overpricing significantly undermines the experience. Until these fundamental issues are addressed, I cannot recommend this establishment despite the quality of the food.
… moreService Issues:
Upon arriving without a booking, the hostess seemed uncertain whether she could seat us, stating she needed to check with her manager first—hardly a welcoming start, particularly as the restaurant was only half full at the time. We then waited over 50 minutes for our food, an unacceptably long wait that marred the entire experience. It’s worth noting the restaurant remained at roughly 50% capacity throughout our visit, so the poor service cannot be attributed to being overwhelmed.
Management Concerns:
Most concerning was the owner’s lack of attention to service. When I requested the bill, he was busy chatting away with guests at another table about irrelevant matters, seemingly oblivious to customers needing assistance.
The Food:
Credit where it’s due—the kitchen delivered outstanding dishes. I had the pinciana steak whilst my companion enjoyed noodles with pork and seafood. Both were beautifully prepared with excellent flavours.
Value for Money:
However, the prices felt steep given the modest portions and poor service. The food quality alone doesn’t justify the premium pricing.
Final Verdict:
Whilst the culinary team clearly has talent, the combination of poor service, inattentive management, and overpricing significantly undermines the experience. Until these fundamental issues are addressed, I cannot recommend this establishment despite the quality of the food.
Felix Wong
Really friendly staff! They walked us through the menu, including the specials and prices for the day. We tried the daily catch (Dover sole) based on their recommendation, and it was absolutely delicious. The sides—oyster mushrooms and potatoes—were equally outstanding. We had a wonderful evening!
… moreAndrew Ó Duibh.
Returned to Hooked after a visit 2 years ago and heard it is under new ownership.
Food is still good however the place was empty, we had two kids no older than 17 who were running the service they were totally unprofessional singing messing around behind the counter and shouting in the back. The young guy had long hair not tied up and it was falling into our food.It was like being in a kindergarten. Clearly poor management and an inability to recruit professional staff. What was once a great restaurant has descended into an expensive disappointment.
I resent paying a service charge for such horrendous service. I expect your price point should cover your staff costs not rinsing customers to pay your wage bill!
The staff were also moaning about the owner pressuring them to take at least £500 a night! Totally inappropriate but they are kids running the place.
Avoid this overpriced place.
My advice to hooked us ..you won’t hook many customers going forward unless you start to run your business in a professional manner.
… moreFood is still good however the place was empty, we had two kids no older than 17 who were running the service they were totally unprofessional singing messing around behind the counter and shouting in the back. The young guy had long hair not tied up and it was falling into our food.It was like being in a kindergarten. Clearly poor management and an inability to recruit professional staff. What was once a great restaurant has descended into an expensive disappointment.
I resent paying a service charge for such horrendous service. I expect your price point should cover your staff costs not rinsing customers to pay your wage bill!
The staff were also moaning about the owner pressuring them to take at least £500 a night! Totally inappropriate but they are kids running the place.
Avoid this overpriced place.
My advice to hooked us ..you won’t hook many customers going forward unless you start to run your business in a professional manner.
Youssef El Shaikh
Hooked Seafood Restaurant in Windermere (GOT US HOOKED!) was hands-down one of the best seafood dinners we’ve had in the UK. We were a big group so we ordered across the menu and shared plates, and everything was absolutely delicious, authentic and incredibly fresh. Hooked menu is a dream if you love proper fish and shellfish: freshly shucked oysters, tempura soft-shell crab, seared scallops, octopus carpaccio, king prawns, and a comforting Cullen skink to start, followed by standout mains like monkfish, halibut, whole plaice with lemon & caper butter, and hake with tomato/black olives all cooked perfectly with flavours that let the seafood shine. Sides like seasonal greens, roasted potatoes and fries rounded everything off beautifully. Warm, stylish atmosphere, genuinely friendly service, and a fantastic place for sharing and trying “a bit of everything” if you’re searching for the best seafood restaurant in Windermere, Hooked is a must!!
… moreNikerlina Eyres
We were hooked! Food was lovely and service was great. Mussels and Seabass were lovely. We wanted something that had run out for Starters and they came up with a random thing for us instead; very nice!
… moreMariota Dunning
Incredible food, beautifully cooked. Immaculate, welcoming service. What a brilliant place! I especially recommend the swordfish, the sticky toffee pudding ….and a glass of Tokaji dessert wine to finish.
… moreChris
My partner and I had a lovely early evening meal. We had some oysters and had the Halibut and Monkfish.
The meals were perfect and the service amazing. They advised best wines to pair with our meals (and even recommended a less expensive wine!)
… moreThe meals were perfect and the service amazing. They advised best wines to pair with our meals (and even recommended a less expensive wine!)
George Lau
We ordered a dozen of rock oysters to start with and they are very fresh and nice. But unfortunately, we could not order another dozen as we wanted due to limited stock. The other dishes are very tasteful as well especially the Cajun Swordfish. Our server Leigha is very friendly and helpful, her service is just excellent. Thank you!
… moreYUE LAN
Love the fish cake and soup and mussels! The owner of the restaurant is very nice and thank you for the ‘present’:) Merry Christmas
… moreFiona Sleightholm
We hadn’t booked but called in to see if we could just have dessert. We were greeted with a smile.The Italian guy said “no problem, this way”. We had a lovely dessert and drinks after having a not so nice meal at a local hotel.
Hooked restaurant saved the night! We were made extremely welcome and I will definitely book for a meal here in the future. Customer service was excellent
… moreHooked restaurant saved the night! We were made extremely welcome and I will definitely book for a meal here in the future. Customer service was excellent