WE rounded up some of the best spots in Carlisle to go for an Easter Sunday dinner, according to Tripadvisor reviews.

1 The Old Bank

The restaurant on Fisher Street is highly recommended on Tripadvisor and won the Travellers' Choice Award 2022.

One Tripadvisor review said: "Sunday lunch was lovely today. Big portions and lots of fresh vegetables," while another reviewer said: "Decided to try somewhere new in Carlisle for Sunday lunch and was so pleased we did.

"The food was absolutely beautiful, served by lovely staff in a cool and quirky environment. It’s so nice to find somewhere trying to do something different with its menu and do it to a really high standard. Will definitely be back," they added.

2 The Thin White Duke

Found on Devonshire Street, The Duke is highly rated for a combination of food, service, value and atmosphere.

Serving roast beef, lamb and chicken, Sunday lunches are served with roast and mash potatoes, seasonal vegetables, vegetable puree, Yorkshire puddings and gravy.

A Tripadvisor review said: "Good food Sunday roast, very good atmosphere. Good beer selection, very friendly."

3 Beehive 

The restaurant on Warwick Road is a popular place to enjoy drinks, live sports and food.

One Tripadvisor reviewer visited the pub on a Sunday for a meal and drinks with friends.

"Excellent atmosphere, great food, good ales, service excellent," they said. "There is pool, darts, and many television screens to watch sports. Reasonably priced and good."

4 Howard Arms

The pub on Lowther Street is an iconic and historic pub in the centre of Carlisle with its secret gin bar, "Said The Actress to the Bishop...", on the upper floor.

A review on Tripadvisor said their Sunday lunch was 'outstanding'. 

"If you haven't visited this amazing place, you really should. Can't speak highly enough of the friendly staff, relaxed comfortable surroundings, extensive menu, quality ingredients and value for money.

"We plan to return, again and again. Compliments to the chef, you really are a superstar."

5 Sportsman Inn

The pub on Heads Lane was presented with the Winter Pub of the Season Award by Solway Camra earlier this year.

A reviewer shared their experience at the inn.

"Slightly off the beaten path lies the oldest pub in Carlisle, close by to the Cathedral. It’s a small place, but full of charm and elegance.

They said: "We were fortunate to find a table, bought some drinks and then had perhaps the best beef roast I’ve had. The perfect Sunday lunch."