# Harleys Bistro & Cafe Bar, Ambleside — Reviews & Opening Hours

> Harleys Bistro & Cafe Bar — Restaurant in Ambleside with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.2/5 from 382 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions.

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Restaurant

# Harleys Bistro & Cafe Bar

College Street, Grasmere

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**In short:** Harleys Bistro & Cafe Bar is a restaurant in Grasmere, rated 4.2 out of 5 from 382 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating.

Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places

## About Harleys Bistro & Cafe Bar

Harleys Bistro & Cafe Bar occupies a converted Methodist Church on College Street in Ambleside. The kitchen produces vegetarian dishes alongside other options, with mac and cheese noted by diners. A range of drinks is available.

Staff are reported as friendly and attentive. The venue accepts bookings, accommodates children and groups, and welcomes dogs. Food hygiene rating: 5 out of 5.

## Menu & facilities

For the current menu and prices, see [Harleys Bistro & Cafe Bar's own website](https://www.facebook.com/harleysbistro123/about?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu).

## Opening hours

**Monday** 9:45 AM – 6:00 PM

**Tuesday** 9:45 AM – 6:00 PM

**Wednesday** 9:45 AM – 6:00 PM

**Thursday** 9:45 AM – 6:00 PM

**Friday** 9:45 AM – 7:30 PM

**Saturday** 9:00 AM – 7:30 PM

**Sunday** 9:45 AM – 5:30 PM

## What's nearby

- Herdy Grasmere next door
- Beck Allans Guest House next door
- Moss Grove Organic next door
- Co-op Food - Grasmere - Broadgate next door
- The Grasmere Gingerbread Shop 150m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

Diners like this cafe's delicious food, especially the mac and cheese and vegetarian options, and appreciate the wide selection of drinks. They also highlight the friendly and attentive staff, the unique converted church setting, and the dog-friendly atmosphere.

Some reviews mention the food can be expensive.

Summary via Google

## At a glance

**Guest rating** 4.2 / 5 (382 reviews)

**Good for children** Yes

**Good for groups** Yes

**Booking required** Yes

**Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good

**Destination** Grasmere

Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1210173).

[More restaurants in Grasmere](https://staycation.co.uk/grasmere/restaurants)

★ 4.2 (382 reviews)

Typical price range (Google)

£10 – £20

[Visit official website](https://www.facebook.com/harleysbistro123/about?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant)

[015394 35533](tel:01539435533)

(please mention staycation.co.uk when calling)

### Quick Facts

**Destination** Grasmere

**Plus Code** 9C6RFX5G+MF

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## Quick answers

### What are the opening hours of Harleys Bistro & Cafe Bar?

Harleys Bistro & Cafe Bar is open Mon–Thu 9:45am–6pm; Fri 9:45am–7:30pm; Sat 9am–7:30pm; Sun 9:45am–5:30pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

### Is Harleys Bistro & Cafe Bar any good?

Harleys Bistro & Cafe Bar is rated 4.2 out of 5 from 382 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5.

### Is Harleys Bistro & Cafe Bar good for children?

Yes, Harleys Bistro & Cafe Bar is listed as good for children.

### Can you book a table at Harleys Bistro & Cafe Bar?

Yes, Harleys Bistro & Cafe Bar takes reservations.

### How do I contact Harleys Bistro & Cafe Bar?

Call Harleys Bistro & Cafe Bar on +44 15394 35533.

## More near Harleys Bistro & Cafe Bar

### Hotels & B&Bs nearby

- [Beck Allans Guest House ★ 4.9 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/grasmere/hotels/beck-allans-guest-house)
- [Moss Grove Organic ★ 4.6 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/grasmere/hotels/moss-grove-organic)
- [Jacksons CafeBar & Guesthouse ★ 4.7 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/grasmere/hotels/jacksons-cafebar-guesthouse)
- [The Inn At Grasmere ★ 4.2 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/grasmere/hotels/the-inn-at-grasmere)

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