Skitby House - Carlisle

A couple of missteps by the venue chef and staff made celebrating my Mum's birthday disappointing. Rather than comment, here's a list of what they could improve. 1. Lighting I had to use my iPhone light to read the menus. When asked if the spot lights above the table could be turned on, we were told they didn't work. 2. Music looped tape from 90's we heard on third rotation. Too loud and choice of pop music not conducive to an evening meal 3. Service 20 minutes after being seated before waitress approached table to take drinks orders. Not a busy night only 8 other people dining. 4. Food When I returned Shredded duck in spring onion tian served with Popodom not wonton strips. The waitress defended the food suggesting I didn't know what a cian was. It forced me to tell her the fooed was disgusting presented like a tin of wet cat food, an unidentifiable chopped meat served cold in a sauce of indeterminate flavor before she took it away and took the item off our bill. 5. Food My father in law ordered Sea bass and was after placing the order that he would be getting Bream. The waitress told him this was a white fish and just the same as sea bass. He's too polite to fight back, but was heard to say it made him want to throw up. This may be a good place for a wedding, but for whatever reason, the team behind Skitby have given up caring, and that's a great shame.

Came here for a wedding, lovely intimate venue decorated beautfiully.

Fantastic place, I've been several times, never had anything less than a good meal

I attended the Christmas demo day and had a fantastic time in a very laid-back atmosphere. The food was delicious and the staff were always friendly and helpful.

There are not enough stars to truly express how amazing this restaurant is. The food is excellent, the service provided by Catherine and the staff is top-notch, and the chef is outstanding. I have been coming here for the past ten years and have never been disappointed. The shop is also worth mentioning for its quality products.