Baba Ganoush

Baba Ganoush in Kendal is a vegetarian café-deli that makes meat-free feel like a celebration, not a compromise. Dogs are welcome inside, so nobody needs to do the pavement-waiting shuffle while someone else orders. You'll find comforting plates, fresh flavours, and the kind of food that leaves you full without needing a nap afterwards.

It's ideal for a mid-walk refuel, a quick lunch between errands, or that moment you realise you've been powered by coffee and optimism for far too long. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, with an easy pace that suits chatting, reading, or watching your dog attempt to hypnotise strangers into donating a crumb. Expect friendly faces, properly good portions, and a menu that quietly convinces you to be a better adult.

Perfect for keeping paws and people together over lunch, with enough space for a comfy settle spot if your pup likes to supervise in style. Leave feeling virtuous, then immediately buy cake.