# The Distiller's Arms, Ambleside — Reviews & Opening Hours > Rated 4.1/5 from 688 Google reviews. Grasmere Brewery taproom featuring locally sourced brews, homemade food & a riverfront beer garden. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/grasmere/restaurants/the-distiller-s-arms (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Pub # The Distiller's Arms Stock Lane, Grasmere [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=117443083230242376&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [The Distiller's Arms](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/101494075539664317852) **In short:** The Distiller's Arms is a pub in Grasmere, rated 4.1 out of 5 from 688 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places Grasmere Brewery taproom featuring locally sourced brews, homemade food & a riverfront beer garden. Summary via Google ## About The Distiller's Arms The Distiller's Arms is a pub at Rothay Villa on Stock Lane in Ambleside, within the Grasmere area. It operates as a taproom for Grasmere Brewery and serves homemade food alongside locally sourced brews, ciders and spirits. A riverfront beer garden is available. The pub takes bookings and welcomes children and groups. It holds a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [The Distiller's Arms's own website](https://www.grasmeredistillery.com/tap-room/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM **Tuesday** 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM **Wednesday** 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM **Thursday** 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM **Friday** 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM **Saturday** 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM **Sunday** 11:30 AM – 8:00 PM ## What's nearby - Mountain Warehouse Grasmere next door - Grasmere Chocolate Cottage next door - Grasmere School and Nursery next door - Bridge House Hotel Grasmere next door - The Grasmere Gingerbread Shop 150m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google People say this pub offers delicious food, including excellent sandwiches and hearty meals, alongside a unique selection of beers, ciders, and spirits. They also highlight the friendly staff, warm atmosphere, and reasonable prices. Some reviews mention the service can be unprofessional. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.1 / 5 (688 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/328831). [More restaurants in Grasmere](https://staycation.co.uk/grasmere/restaurants) ★ 4.1 (688 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £20 – £30 [Visit official website](https://www.grasmeredistillery.com/tap-room/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [07724 330722](tel:07724330722) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Grasmere **Plus Code** 9C6RFX4H+V6 ### 🏨 Places to stay near Grasmere 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%3DGrasmere%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/grasmere/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/grasmere/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of The Distiller's Arms? The Distiller's Arms is open Mon–Thu 11:30am–9pm; Fri–Sat 11:30am–9:30pm; Sun 11:30am–8pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is The Distiller's Arms any good? The Distiller's Arms is rated 4.1 out of 5 from 688 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ### Is The Distiller's Arms good for children? Yes, The Distiller's Arms is listed as good for children. ### Can you book a table at The Distiller's Arms? Yes, The Distiller's Arms takes reservations. ### How do I contact The Distiller's Arms? Call The Distiller's Arms on +44 7724 330722. ## More near The Distiller's Arms ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [Bridge House Hotel and Silver Howe View Cottage ★ 4.6 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/grasmere/hotels/bridge-house-hotel-and-silver-howe-view-cottage) - [Lake View Country House ★ 4.8 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/grasmere/hotels/lake-view-country-house) - [The Wordsworth ★ 4.3 · 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/grasmere/hotels/the-wordsworth) - [The Wordsworth, Grasmere - The Inn Collection Group ★ 4.3 · 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ambleside/hotels/the-wordsworth-grasmere-the-inn-collection-group) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [Shepherd's Crook next door](https://staycation.co.uk/westmorland-and-furness/cottages/shepherds-crook-syk946739) - [Drystones next door](https://staycation.co.uk/westmorland-and-furness/cottages/drystones-syk1040858) - [Weavers next door](https://staycation.co.uk/westmorland-and-furness/cottages/weavers-uk31925) - [Green Acres - Greenacres next door](https://staycation.co.uk/westmorland-and-furness/cottages/green-acres-greenacres-cc121148) ### Campsites nearby - [Rydal Hall Campsite ★ 4.5 · 1.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/grasmere/camping/rydal-hall-campsite) - [Baysbrown Farm Campsite ★ 4.6 · 1.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ambleside/camping/baysbrown-farm-campsite) - [Tarnfoot Farm Campsite ★ 4.6 · 2.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/grasmere/camping/tarnfoot-farm-campsite) - [Neaum Crag ★ 4.8 · 2.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cumbria/camping/neaum-crag) ### Things to do nearby - [Wordsworth Grasmere ★ 4.5 · 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/grasmere/attractions/wordsworth-grasmere) - [White Platts Recreation Ground ★ 4.8 · 2.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ambleside/attractions/white-platts-recreation-ground) - [Ambleside Climbing Wall ★ 4.6 · 3.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ambleside/attractions/ambleside-climbing-wall) - [Wray Castle ★ 4.7 · 4.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ambleside/attractions/wray-castle)