Fermento

Fermento is a small independent Italian restaurant in Cockermouth's Market Place, centred on pizza and family-style Italian cooking. The kitchen gives its pizza dough a long fermentation, helping create the texture and flavour that distinguish it from a quick takeaway-style base.

The restaurant is intimate and primarily an evening venue. Alongside pizza, the menu can include starters, desserts and changing Italian dishes, while takeaway may also be available. Dogs are welcomed under the restaurant's current policy, though it is always worth confirming arrangements when booking.

Because the dining room is compact, reserving ahead is a good idea. Menus and service days change more readily at independent restaurants, so use the official site for the latest details before travelling.