The Lifeboat Inn — Restaurant in England

Its a big fat NO from !! Avoid if you are a tourist !

Located near the Maryport harbour I thought it would be a perfect spot to stop for a dinner and cold beer after exploring this beautiful town. I was really fancying local fish and Chips I looked up the Google reviews for this pub and all looked promising and sounded inviting. From the outside the building looked very pretty and welcoming with big sign outside for Fish and Chips served here. I need to add that there was 9 of us, proffesional group of multicultural friends with two children having a holiday in beautiful Maryport. The place was very busy inside with only one person serving and she looked very stressed out Firstly there wasn't big enough seating area for all of us so we joint the 3 tables together. Tables was very wonky and we had very uncomfortable chairs and we was often bump into while seating by people trying to get to the bar (as not enough space between the tables by the bar ) We all decided to order Fish and chips as those was advertised at the front of the pub and we seen people around us in the pub eating them. At the bar the woman who was serving informed us that they stopped serving the Fish and Chips as they run out. She didn't offer any alternative dish or given us any recommendation. I'd like to point out that they was still falsely advertising at this point in front of the pub that they are serving the Fish and Chips. As we was tired after walking we decided just to stay and order different dishes of the menu. I had the roast dinner which wad okay, good portion, plenty of meat byt sadly the only veggies was carrots and peas that tasted and looked like they been cooking for a week. As we was about to leave approx 20 minutes later I looked over and there was at list 4 tables with people eating fish and chips !!! I couldn't believe my eyes so I went over to the bar and I asked the woman that I thought they didn't serve fish and chips today she answer yes sorry we didn't but now we are as we got some more in! Seriously ?! What kind of place is that?! We spend over £150 between us in space of a 30 minutes on food and drinks to be treated like that. The woman working there made me feel like its a local pub for only local people. I don't know if she had a bad day or what but she needs to learn some customer skills. Sadly that was disappointing expierience and a place that I wouldn't recommend for outsider's * to dine in. I Definitely didn't feel comfortable or welcomed here. I'd like to add that I absolutely love Maryport and would recommend that you visit this beautiful town and locals are very friendly and welcoming sadly can't say this...

We went to the Lifeboat Inn for lunch after spending a lovely couple of hours at the aquarium.

The Inn was clean and not too busy when we arrived. There was no clear instructions on whether it was table or bar service but a lovely lady came by and we were able to ask. We picked a table and sat down. My wife grabbed some menus from the bar and we had a look. It was a pretty standard pub menu, lots of choice for adults and kids and reasonable prices.

Just before we ordered it got really busy with quite a few groups of people coming in. It did feel a little claustrophobic but that might be because We're so used to not having large numbers of people around.

Food arrived in really good time. I had a steak and Guinness pie with chips and veg. The pie was nice with a rich gravy and good sized pieces of steak which melted in the mouth. The pastry was ok nothing spectacular but not unpleasant. Chips were good veg was a little overcooked for my taste but it was all hot. My wife had a jacket potato with tuna mayo and it was well cooked and came with a nice salad and a very generous helping of tuna which hasn't been drowned in mayonnaise.

The kids both had chicken nuggets and chips with one asking for beans and the other peas. We got got two with peas. This was very quickly sorted out by the waitress who apologised for the error and brought the correct food out. The beans had obviously been microwaved but the child in question was happy. The chicken nuggets were pretty standard fare.

Staff were very friendly and there was a nice atmosphere. There were quite a few families in and at least one dog. Toilets were standard pub toilets but pretty clean. There are some great photos and pictures on the walls in the bar area depicting lots of local scenes throughout history. They've also got lots of signs, old books and various curiosities on shelves around the pub which give it a nice cosy feel, although it was a bit chilly with the door propped open.

All in all it was a nice standard pub lunch. Nothing pretentious just decent honest pub food at a realistic price. The four meals, two Apple and mango J2Os a pint of Pepsi and a can of coke came to...

Our recent visit to The Lifeboat Inn in Maryport was nothing short of fantastic. Nestled in the heart of this charming coastal town, the inn offers a perfect blend of great food, reasonable prices, and a welcoming atmosphere.

We all opted for the scampi and chips, which turned out to be an excellent choice. The portions were generous, ensuring we left fully satisfied. The scampi was perfectly cooked, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, complemented by golden, fluffy chips that were simply delicious.

The pricing is very reasonable, especially considering the high quality of the food and the generous portion sizes. It’s clear that The Lifeboat Inn takes pride in offering value for money without compromising on quality.

What truly sets The Lifeboat Inn apart is its amazing atmosphere. The warm, friendly staff made us feel right at home from the moment we walked in. The décor is charming and nautical-themed, creating a cozy, inviting environment that’s perfect for a meal with family or friends.

Overall, The Lifeboat Inn in Maryport is a must-visit. Whether you're a local or just passing through, I highly recommend stopping by for their scampi and chips – you won’t be...