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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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Valentino's Restaurant

Type

Type:

Italian

CARISBROOKE

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

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Ganders Restaurant

Type

Type:

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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From:

1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
The Basque Kitchen

Type

Type:

Restaurant

WEST COWES

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

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Vernon Cottage

Type

Type:

Tea Room/Coffee Shop

SHANKLIN

Traditional and enchanting Vernon Cottage in Old Shanklin Village is one of the loveliest fresh food destinations on the Island, renowned for its fabulous homemade food – delicious meat, fish and vegetarian dishes using fresh local seasonal produce.

Dates

From:

22 May 2025to30 Sept 2025
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The Blue Crab

Type

Type:

Restaurant

YARMOUTH

Fish and chips takeaway.

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
The Bistro

Type

Type:

Restaurant

VENTNOR

In the heart of Ventnor only a few yards from the sea you’ll find The Bistro.

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Smoking Lobster Cowes Marina

Type

Type:

Restaurant

COWES

Chef/owner GC Giancovich first opened the now-infamous Smoking Lobster Ventnor Beach in 2017. It quickly became popular with tourists and locals alike boasting panoramic views of one of the islands best beaches and delicious dishes celebrating the…

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Toninos Italian Restaurant

Type

Type:

Italian

WEST COWES

Family run Italian restaurant, running since 1979.

Dates

From:

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

Type

Type:

Restaurant

RYDE

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

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
The Garlic Farm Shop & Restaurant

Type

Type:

Farm

NEWCHURCH

Come to the Garlic Farm and indulge all of your senses. Taste all our amazing garlic products from chutneys to popcorn and ice cream. Take an audio tour of the farm. Eat in their renowned restaurant. Explore, learn and have fun!

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Little Fox's

Type

Type:

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.

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
The Red Duster

Type

Type:

Seafood

COWES

The Red Duster re-opened in March, as always with excellent brand new menus and wines.
Number 3

Type

Type:

Seafood

COWES

An intimate restaurant tucked away in the old town of Cowes.
Murrays Seafood Restaurant

Type

Type:

Seafood

COWES

Here at Murrays we search hard to source the very best and freshest local, and regional ingredients to compile our ever changing menus. Choose from the set price lunch and dinner menus or our Catch of the day board.
Cantina

Type

Type:

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.

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
ADA Mediterranean Kitchen

Type

Type:

Restaurant

Ryde

Mediterranean restaurant.

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

From:

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

Type

Type:

Restaurant

NEWPORT

Popular convenience food outlet that provides fast food at good value prices in the centre of Newport on the Isle of Wight.

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Heron (Ryde)

Type

Type:

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…

Dates

From:

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

Type

Type:

Restaurant

COWES

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

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
The Garden

Type

Type:

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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