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“Honey-hued shoreline stretches for miles…and the fresh seafood is second to none” - Conde Nast Traveller.

Glowing reviews of Isle of Wight cuisine are not hard to come by and critics don’t just go gooey over its seafood.

Locally reared meats, scrumptious fresh vegetables, Island mushrooms and garlic – the Isle of Wight really is a treasure trove of fine dining.

Of course, fish and shellfish feature heavily on the menus but you are also likely to find a fine Isle of Wight sirloin steak or a perfectly cooked Island asparagus risotto.

Vegetarian and vegan diets are well catered for at most fine dining establishments and they make the most out of the local Isle of Wight produce on offer.

The Smoking Lobster restaurants in Ventnor and Cowes have become popular choices for Islanders and visitors in recent years with their Pan-Asian cuisine, while the superb tasting menu at Se7en at The Royal Hotel, Ventnor is the newest ‘go-to’ dining experience on the Isle of Wight.

Ryde, being the largest town of the Island, has a wide range of eating experiences and The Heron has been gaining rave reviews thanks to chef Alex Kimber.

Check out the many other Bistros and Restaurants on the Isle of Wight below...

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The Ventnor Winter Gardens

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Restaurant

VENTNOR

The Winter Gardens is a stunning iconic 1930’s art deco building with amazing views across the Channel and Ventnor Bay.

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Valentino's Restaurant

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Italian

CARISBROOKE

Family run authentic Italian restaurant in Carisbrooke just outside of Newport on the Isle of Wight.

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Cantina

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Restaurant

VENTNOR

Cantina is a café restaurant, bakery and kitchen in the heart of sunny Ventnor, one of the Isle of Wight’s best-known towns for eating out. Open from 7.30am to 10pm, every day, all year round.

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
The Basque Kitchen

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Restaurant

WEST COWES

The Basque Kitchen in Cowes infuses Basque Country cooking with the best fresh Isle of Wight produce.

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Little Fox's

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Café

BEMBRIDGE

Little Fox’s is Family run and has had the same owners Mark & Nicola for the past 22 Years. It is open for Breakfasts, Coffee & Cakes and from 12 noon a Lunch menu is available with daily specials and including all day breakfasts.

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
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The Blue Crab

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Restaurant

YARMOUTH

Fish and chips takeaway.

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
ADA Mediterranean Kitchen

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Restaurant

Ryde

Mediterranean restaurant.

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
McDonald's (Ryde)

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Restaurant

RYDE

Popular convenience food restaurant that provides fast food at good value prices in Ryde on the Isle of Wight.

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Toninos Italian Restaurant

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Italian

WEST COWES

Family run Italian restaurant, running since 1979.

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Heron (Ryde)

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Restaurant

Ryde

Chef/Owner Alex and his Head Chef Liam, alongside the team at Heron, are passionate about providing an extraordinary dining experience for their guests. Our restaurant proudly holds two AA Rosettes, and out chefs bring their passion and creativity…

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Pendletons

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Restaurant

SHANKLIN

Restaurant in Shanklin Old Village offering good food, good wine, good times, since 2002.

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Drunken Lobster

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Restaurant

VENTNOR

Positioned in an enviable beach front location with stunning panoramic views and light airey decor, it's the perfect place for any occasion.

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The Rex Restaurant

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Restaurant

Ventnor

The Rex in Ventnor, on the Isle of Wight, is a modern and relaxed form of dining fine. No pretentions, just excellently prepared tasty food from the highest of culinary standards in our kitchens, served in a friendly style, with the best views of…

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Ganders Restaurant

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Restaurant

ST HELENS

Iain, Kim and Joe would like to welcome you to Ganders Restaurant.
Established in 1998 we are a family business aided by a small team of helpful staff. The restaurant is in an idyllic setting overlooking St Helens Green, 10 minutes walk from…

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
The Coast Bar & Dining Room

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Restaurant

COWES

Set in the heart of Cowes, we serve locally sourced, seasonal food in a relaxed and welcoming setting - all day, every day

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
The Garden

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Restaurant

Cowes

The Garden restaurant offers food 7 days a week from breakfast to brunch and lunch to dinner. We offer an extensive drinks menu from barista coffee to in house prepared cocktails available throughout the day and evening.

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RT Cafe Grill and Thompson's

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Restaurant

RYDE

RT Café Grill is a beachfront restaurant and bar open Thursday - Sunday. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner in a laid-back setting, with far-reaching views across the Solent

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Michelangelo Restaurant

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Restaurant

RYDE

The Restaurant, established in 2000, offers authentic Italian food prepared by genuine Italian Chefs, presenting a menu with specialities such as pasta, pizza, veal, pork, duck, chicken, fish, seafood, as well as vegetarian dishes and homemade…

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
The Hut

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Restaurant

COLWELL BAY

The Hut is located on the north-west coast of the Isle of Wight at Colwell Bay. It's positioned just beyond the sea wall, a stones throw from the beach, providing uninterrupted and stunning sea views.

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Moocow

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Restaurants

COWES

Head to MOOCOW’s stylish, futuristic bar and garden for a taste of the unusual. The modern interior is full of quirky touches, splashes of colour and clean lines, making an airy and comfortable space to dine and have a drink.