Upfront And Coffee Shop

Unthank, CA11 9TJ, Eden, United Kingdom

🛍 Vegan, Coffee, British, Vegetarian

4.7 💬 782 Reviews
Upfront And Coffee Shop

Phone: +441768484538

Address: Unthank, CA11 9TJ, Eden, United Kingdom

City: Eden

Menu Dishes: 6

Reviews: 782

Website: http://www.up-front.com/coffee_shop.html

"The Fitzgerald concert was wonderful. It's great to have such a stimulating venue so close to Penrith with a mix of puppetry, drama, exhibitions and a whole range of live music. Always a great evening out. Always interesting crafts on sale and excellent coffee, lovely restaurant with mostly vegetarian dishes, including sticky toffee pudding and my personal favourite potato, leek and watercress soup!"

Full menu - 6 options

All prices are estimates on menu.

Dessert

Main Courses

Egg Dishes

Salads

Indian

User User

fantastic performances in puppentheater and incredible eating in caffe!

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Reviews

Sophia
Sophia

great place. amazing vegetarian cuisine, puppentheater, art gallery space, music venue. also the coffee is exceptional


User
User

very special, unique and high quality puppentheater. the children loved the pied piper of hamlyn show, especially with john the puppenplayer after.


User
User

Excellent venue. Delicious lunch, fabulous puppet show, interesting exhibits, friendly staff. and whoever chooses stock for the shop has great taste! View menu


User
User

I have seen many puppetry performances in my time but Upfront are truly enchanting. Fabulous set design and puppets and a great place to eat too. What more could you want!


User
User

What an amazing concert by the Fitzgeralds last night at this fabulous venue. Wonderful food before the concert too. This is a perfect setting for an intimate musical event. Please give us more!


User
User

really beautiful place, it had a welcoming atmosphere, has some interesting artworks to see there during a show. I also enjoyed eating, even though it was veggie. Top place in cumbria, highly recommended! View menu


User
User

Love Upfront. Been visiting for years and attended music events, art exhibitions, theatre and just for food or a coffee. Great selection of gift choices too. Can't be beaten in terms of a dedicated team working tirelessly to provide a great eclectic mix of entertainment, arts and cultural events. One of our favourite venues in Cumbria and the North.


User
User

I visited this lovely light and airy gallery today to see the current exhibition. Excellent and varied pieces and subjects well displayed. I specifically was looking for a friends piece and Holly kindly allowed me to take photos of it to pass on as she couldn't,t be there in person. Thank you . Our lunch in your cafe area finished off our visit splendidly.


User
User

The Fitzgerald concert was wonderful. It's great to have such a stimulating venue so close to Penrith with a mix of puppetry, drama, exhibitions and a whole range of live music. Always a great evening out. Always interesting crafts on sale and excellent coffee, lovely restaurant with mostly vegetarian dishes, including sticky toffee pudding and my personal favourite potato, leek and watercress soup! View menu

Categories

  • Vegan "Delight in our vegan menu, offering a vibrant selection of plant-based dishes crafted with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Savor flavorsome meals that are as nourishing as they are delicious."
  • Coffee Savor our selection of expertly crafted coffees, from rich espressos to creamy cappuccinos. Whether you need a morning boost or a leisurely sip, our coffee options promise warmth and comfort in every cup. View menu
  • British Traditional and hearty, the British menu offers comfort classics like fish and chips, succulent roasts, and savory pies. Rediscover familiar favorites, lovingly crafted with timeless recipes and fresh, local ingredients.
  • Vegetarian Delight in our vibrant collection of vegetarian dishes, crafted with the freshest greens, rich flavors, and savory spices. Enjoy a wholesome, delectable plate that celebrates nature's finest ingredients.

Amenities

  • Cafe
  • Wifi
  • menu
  • Seating
  • menu
  • Visa Card

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"We had a disappointing experience during our stay. The bedroom was quite cold, and despite asking for the heating to be turned on, we had to sit in our coats. The bathroom was freezing each morning, and the dining room didn't offer much relief either. The heating was activated for just one hour, which meant the radiator was cold again when we returned to our room. Their cost-cutting measures significantly impacted our enjoyment. We raised our concerns multiple times, but there was no one available when we settled the bill. At £100 per night for bed and breakfast (totaling over £200 including dinner), it was frustrating to be so uncomfortable. Another guest mentioned they had complained about the heating during their previous visit, only to be told there was an ongoing issue. It seems they simply won’t turn on the heating. We won’t be returning, especially since it’s quite a drive to get into town. Regarding the room, we were assigned an attic room (Room 8). It had many steep stairs and low headroom in places. While the bathroom was nice, it was also freezing. The towel rail was pointless since it was stone cold, and my husband had to skip his morning shower due to the chill. We ended up moving to Room 7, which was smaller but slightly warmer despite having a cold bathroom. The bathroom door didn’t shut properly, and the lights were all or nothing. The next morning, we moved our belongings back to Room 8 since they finally decided to turn on the electric wall heater—which they could have done from the outset. It only took the chill off for a little while. On our last night, we experienced a brief boost of heat, but it only lasted an hour. When we returned after dinner, the room was already cool again. As for nearby activities, there’s a park across a busy road, but everything else requires driving to reach shops and restaurants. Safety-wise, the hotel faces a main road, and there are very few parking spaces available (around four); otherwise, you need to park on the main road. Walking to town is possible, but it takes about 15 to 20 minutes downhill. In terms of food and drinks, the breakfast was decent. When asked if we wanted toast, we received just one slice on the same plate as the cooked breakfast. After asking for more, we had to wait a while before we were given another slice. Dinner was acceptable but nothing to write home about; it felt overpriced compared to the excellent authentic Indian restaurant we found in town, which served great food at better prices and opened at 5 PM. Overall, I'd recommend bringing warm clothes for both the bedroom and dining area; we even saw another guest sitting in her coat the entire time."