# Pier Cafe Bar, Ambleside — Reviews & Opening Hours > Pier Cafe Bar — Cafe in Ambleside with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.2/5 from 80 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/ambleside/restaurants/pier-cafe-bar (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Cafe # Pier Cafe Bar Waterhead, Ambleside [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=11632156125881415387&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Pier Cafe Bar](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/113590092807856775910) **In short:** Pier Cafe Bar is a cafe in Ambleside, rated 4.2 out of 5 from 80 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Pier Cafe Bar Pier Cafe Bar sits at Waterhead in Ambleside, with views across the lake. The menu includes freshly made sandwiches and baguettes, alongside hot drinks and gluten-free options. Prices are modest, though some customers have noted they can be higher than anticipated. The cafe welcomes children and groups, and accepts bookings. Staff are noted as friendly and helpful. It holds a five-star food hygiene rating. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Pier Cafe Bar's own website](http://www.windermere-lakecruises.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 9:15 AM – 4:45 PM **Tuesday** 9:15 AM – 4:45 PM **Wednesday** 9:15 AM – 4:45 PM **Thursday** 9:15 AM – 4:45 PM **Friday** 9:15 AM – 4:45 PM **Saturday** 9:15 AM – 4:45 PM **Sunday** 9:15 AM – 4:45 PM ## What's nearby - Ambleside Fish & Chips next door - Ambleside Waterhead Ferry Landing next door - Ambleside (Waterhead Pier) - Windermere Lake Cruises Ltd next door - YHA Ambleside Hostel next door Distances as the crow flies, via Google People say this cafe offers delicious freshly made food, including sandwiches and baguettes, along with a wide selection of hot drinks and gluten-free options. They also highlight the fantastic lake views, reasonable prices, and the kind, friendly, and helpful staff. Some reviews mention the prices can be unexpected. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.2 / 5 (80 reviews) **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Ambleside Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/299733). [More restaurants in Ambleside](https://staycation.co.uk/ambleside/restaurants) ★ 4.2 (80 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £1 – £10 [Visit official website](http://www.windermere-lakecruises.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [015394 32225](tel:01539432225) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Ambleside **Plus Code** 9C6VC29Q+R2 ### 🏨 Places to stay near Ambleside Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DAmbleside%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/ambleside/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/ambleside/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Pier Cafe Bar? Pier Cafe Bar is open Mon–Sun 9:15am–4:45pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Pier Cafe Bar any good? Pier Cafe Bar is rated 4.2 out of 5 from 80 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ### Is Pier Cafe Bar good for children? Yes, Pier Cafe Bar is listed as good for children. ### Can you book a table at Pier Cafe Bar? Yes, Pier Cafe Bar takes reservations. ### How do I contact Pier Cafe Bar? Call Pier Cafe Bar on +44 15394 32225. ## More near Pier Cafe Bar ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [The Waterhead Inn ★ 4.4 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/ambleside/hotels/the-waterhead-inn) - [Waterside ★ 4.2 · 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ambleside/hotels/waterside) - [The Windermere Rooms at The Wateredge Inn, Ambleside ★ 4.0 · 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ambleside/hotels/the-windermere-rooms-at-the-wateredge-inn-ambleside) - [Quaysiders Club ★ 4.6 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ambleside/hotels/quaysiders-club) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [Waterhead Studio next door](https://staycation.co.uk/westmorland-and-furness/cottages/waterhead-studio-b5923) - [Mere View next door](https://staycation.co.uk/westmorland-and-furness/cottages/mere-view-uk1037) - [Waterside next door](https://staycation.co.uk/westmorland-and-furness/cottages/waterside-syk1042969) - [Kingston next door](https://staycation.co.uk/westmorland-and-furness/cottages/kingston-uk31343) ### Campsites nearby - [Low Wray Campsite (National Trust) ★ 4.7 · 1.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ambleside/camping/low-wray-campsite) - [Skelwith Fold Caravan Park ★ 4.7 · 1.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ambleside/camping/skelwith-fold-caravan-park) - [Tarnfoot Farm Campsite ★ 4.6 · 2.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/grasmere/camping/tarnfoot-farm-campsite) - [White Cross Bay Leisure Park & Marina ★ 4.2 · 2.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cumbria/camping/white-cross-bay-leisure-park-marina) ### Things to do nearby - [Ambleside Climbing Wall ★ 4.6 · 0.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ambleside/attractions/ambleside-climbing-wall) - [White Platts Recreation Ground ★ 4.8 · 0.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ambleside/attractions/white-platts-recreation-ground) - [Wray Castle ★ 4.7 · 1.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ambleside/attractions/wray-castle) - [Brockhole Lake District Visitors Centre ★ 4.6 · 1.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/windermere/attractions/brockhole-lake-district-visitors-centre)