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The Filling Station Cafe

Crosthwaite Road, Keswick CA12 5PR, England
017687 72103
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Ranked #1 of 91 restaurants in Keswick
Price range: RM12 - RM36
Cuisines: American, Diner, British
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Good for: Child-friendly
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch
Description: Family friendly 60's themed cafe diner on the outskirts of Keswick with off road private parking and outside seating.'Highly Commended' by Cumbria Life Magazine in the 2013 Food & Drink Awards and regarded as being in the top 4 cafes in Cumbria.We offer freshly ground coffee, all-day breakfasts, brunch, a wide range of Steakburgers, Italian flat bread Tascas, salads and of course homemade cakes!
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Masham
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3 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW via mobile

Having wandered round Keswick to a host of highly recommended but largely apathetic eateries it was with some trepidation we made our way here. We were not disappointed. Made to feel welcome from the start, great atmosphere and great food. Not complicated but hard to beat and without doubt the best place to eat in Keswick.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 via mobile

Friendly atmosphere, good quality breakfast, lovely coffee, plenty of parking and a really well laid out cafe (decor and furniture really smart) my only gripe was that we tried to visit for breakfast a couple of days earlier, and they were closed just before 10am which seemed odd for somewhere in walking country- people need feeding before setting off for... More

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Dudley
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14 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

Very friendly fast service, clean dining area and fantastic decor. Very well priced breakfast. Husband can be quoted as saying "best breakfast he has ever eaten". Good Coffee.

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Mold, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

We visited on Bank Holiday Saturday. Service was friendly throughout the visit, and all staff were working flat out, but could have done with at least another member, to speed up service. Food seemed to be getting taken to wrong tables an awful lot so could do with organising a table plan. We had the incorrect food delivered to us... More

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FSCafe, Owner at The Filling Station Cafe, responded to this review
8 May 2013

Thank you for your very kind review. If only you knew! We were 2 staff down at very short notice and surprisingly, for many businesses in the area, we don't employ seasonal staff other than a kitchen assistant (we try to employ staff all year and maintain jobs). Therefore I'm pleased to see that the remaining staff did so well... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013 via mobile

We went here hoping to get a park as it is alway busy and managed to get one. Had the route A66 burger and chips and it was delish, good portion and very very tasty. Don't have breakfast before going here as you'll be stuffed! So much so I couldn't fit a piece of cake in. Great service but only... More

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Preston, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

A super place to stop if you are out walking or biking in the keswick area American themed diner with a contemporary feel. Great for all day breakfast, the pancakes were delicious ! Coffe was good too and if your strapped for money, when enough tokens are behind the counter they give away a free drink ! Tables outside too... More

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Manchester, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

We really enjoyed our visit here. I decided on the pancakes 1/2 and 1/2 ( bacon and cumberland sausage) with maple syrup, and can only say my tummy station was totally filled! Quick service with a smile which made us feel welcome, coffee was delicious too! A "must" place to call in while exploring the lakes.

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Cockermouth, United Kingdom
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

Was disappointed because I know several people who highly rate this place. On the day we went they had sold out of (virtually) everything the day before, apparently, so no burgers or other 'main' meals. Ordered cheesy nachos which tasted like a packet of cool blue doritos with a little doritos salsa and grated cheese on top- not exactly impressive.... More

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FSCafe, Owner at The Filling Station Cafe, responded to this review
15 April 2013

I am sorry that you were disappointed in your visit to the cafe but I'm slightly stumped as to how we could have done better if, as you say, we had sold out of almost everything. I agree that the Nachos are a basic dish of nachos with cheese, sweet chilli sauce and Jalepenos with Salsa (I'm not sure what... More

Whitehaven, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2013

Went as part of my sons birthday day out and it was fantastic. The lady serving was incredibly friendly and even replaced my sons broken lolly for free after we had left. Really cool decor and comfy seating. The food was to die for. There were 6 of us all ordering different things and everything was delicious and served very... More

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St Neots, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

What a really lovely place this is. We arrived early and managed to get a table. The breakfast was fantastic. The cafe has a real biker feel and it was wonderful to look at all the old photos and the amazing bike that had in the cafe. Will be returning for sure.

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