TOP 10 BEST Restaurants in United Kingdom - Updated September 2024

Bryony Bateman

Ally Streeter

"Lovely cup of tea. Got about 6 cups of tea out of the tea pot. Lovely bone China cups and saucers. Fab little place, beautiful..."

Carole Sams

"My son & 10 week old baby popped in for a cream tea & some bubblegum flavoured ice cream today. It was gorgeous! Such an interesting place and as a..."

Kelley Phelan

"Popped in here with my Mum on Mothers Day and had a really good time. Such an interesting place with lovely tea and cakes. Really recommend. Will be..."

Sandy Heward

"Really cute vintage style tea shop & licensed for alcoholic drinks too by the seafront! Homemade cakes are great! Tony the owner was very friendly!..."

Denise Tenn

"Amazing lunch. Fantastic nostalgic feeling - loved all the memorabilia!! The owners were very friendly and accommodating. We loved the wine glasses &..."

Anna Trevellick

"A wonderful place with amazing food. Not only that they’ve gone plastic free and their take away bags are made of old newspapers...."

Paul AT Wilson

"Enjoyed a delicious cream tea sitting outside in glorious sunshine. A quirky place. Really worth a..."

Suzanne Parekh

"Visited this morning before catching the Ferry back home and was gutted not to have found this little gem earlier on. A beautiful cafe with the most..."

Carole Gibb

"We stopped here for a drink and we're just taken back by the amazing vibe, décor and full on WW2 theme. We spotted a crab pasty on the menus so..."

james mcallister

"My two pals and I were on a bike tour around the IoW and stopped in Ventnor. This place is very subtle on the outside but is amazing on the inside...."

Marc Farmer

"Hot chocolate with cream was a really great quality treat. Served in a novelty fox mug which was a lovely touch. The cfe is very eclectic inside...."

Clare Sullivan

"A wonderful experience taking our family (including young daughter) to the tea room. Welcoming atmosphere, fantastic staff and quirky theme. Food,..."

Sean S

"The place is WWII themed with lots of interesting items such as gas masks, vests and flags. Hosts were welcoming and the cafe was cosy and nice...."

Floating Head

"Had a lovely visit to the tea rooms today. The food was lovely and very reasonably priced. The décor is very nice and the owners were very friendly..."

Samantha Lloyd

"Really impressed with the layout inside of this busy cake shop. They have a large range of Coffee syrups which is hard to find in Ventnor and the..."

Ryan Gregory

"What a lovely little gem in Ventnor. Excellent service and the decoration is so..."

Sandra Johnson

"Great service, if you want to know about recent history of WW2 and take in some nostalgic info this is the place to..."

Madgiraffe 70

"The afternoon tea at Lady Scarlett’s tearoom is nothing short of fabulous! With beautifully cut sandwiches stuffed with tasty fillings, melt in..."

Bella Doswell

"I only got ice cream to take away here, so I can't really comment on the atmosphere or menu, but I have to say that the crystalized ginger ice cream..."

Bethany Staelens

"Great friendly service! Good value for money and fantastic presentation inside the tea room with 1940s memorabilia. Had a delicious cream tea and..."

Vicki B

"My Mum and I went for afternoon tea. It was one of the best afternoon teas we have ever had. Excellent food quality, great value for money, brilliant..."

Rachel H

"Went for a birthday tea. Lovely experience. Very accommodating of two noisy, messy kids. Loved the decor...."

Jessica Talbot-Dyson

"What a gem! We had the most incredible afternoon tea. Huge portions and excellent quality. Daughter was really pleased with her vegan options. Lovely..."

Maxine Simon

"Really nice little quirky tea room. A shame they don't have more tables outside but the pavement is only..."

Alex Black

"Cozy seaside Cafe and terrace. Really dig the WWII theme and the eclectic drinks menu. Something nostalgic to brighten any visit to Ventnor Beach...."

A “A.J.” Jack

"My husband and I went for afternoon tea today. His retirement present from my brother and sister in law. Was absolutely delicious and humongous...."

Sally Coleman

The Seapot

96/100 (3808 ratings)

Mediterranean Platter

Ham & Cheese Sandwich

Lobster Roll

Elderföower Cider

Baguette

Greek Beer by the Sea

Prawn Baguette in Piquant Sauce

Wheelchair Accessible

"Wandered down via Devil’s Chimney yesterday hoping for a drink by the sea and was delighted to find the Seapot. We were so pleased to see Vegan..."

Abi Adamson

"What a brilliant find, typically enough on our last day on the island! We will definitely be back. Excellent food and really friendly service! I had..."

Sarah Gomme

"A super spot. Thanx muchley James and staff. Amazing food..... beautifully presented..... great setting and polite staff. Definitely want a repeat..."

Helen Fry

"Thank you to the lovely people at the Seapot for a fabulous lunch in a relaxed setting. We always pop in when we are on holiday and are never..."

Allyson Keresey

"The best bacon sandwich mafe to my picky specifications and without a moan.and a perfect cold spritzer. And the view right next to you .whats not to..."

Carole Sutton

"Oh I do like to be beside the seaside, eating bacon sarnies, homemade cake and drinking pots of tea. Seapots is a super special spot. Would like to..."

Joan Ellis

"A great place for a sunny lunch. Very friendly and fantastic food...."

Ian Butchers

"Stopped here a few times whilst walking from shanklin to ventnor for drinks. Had lunch a couple of times and today we stopped for Boxing Day drinks...."

Kathryn Wheeler

"Lovely spot at Wheelers Bay. Always friendly, food fab and views fabulous when stopping for a coffee, lunch or wine!! Dog friendly..."

Marie Symons

"Fab place for kwaffee n cake, on edge of the sea with glistening sparkly big..."

Heather North

"Lovely location and a great friendly service..."

Jayne Nigh

"My fav place on the Island. Always exciting to see what cake flavour is for sale! Had some lovely sarnies there and so..."

Sharon Liddington

"Great place, friendly service, fsntastic..."

Sue O'Brien

"We hatched a cunning plan on Monday.....we left Woody’s lead just so we could return on Wednesday. Our favourite little gem on IOW. Thanks Kerry &..."

Sally Maddox

"Always a friendly welcome. Great food hot and cold. WONDERFUL cakes to die for! It even has a liquor..."

Moira Haydon

"Scrummy blackcurrent cake! Fantastic spot on a beautiful (if blustery) day! We'll be back!..."

Robyn Munt

"A great simple cafe alongside the sea, a beautiful spot in Ventnor to chill out and enjoy lovely platters, Mediterranean, vegan, seafood,..."

Gloria Stark

"A wonderful small café in a sheltered spot with lovely sea views. Excellent home made cakes and food. The strawberry + clotted cream Victoria sponge..."

Angie Davies

"Superb food, atmosphere, setting, staff are so helpful and freindly. Sitting in the little beach hut overlooking the sea with brilliant food and..."

Rob Cameron

"Lovely little place hidden away. My partner really enjoyed the muscles and they smelt amazing. The vegan platter i had was really good, but a little..."

Alexandra Phillips

"Ideal location. Food & service was excellent. Will definitely recommend &..."

Sharon Everitt

"Lovely little place. The team are so friendly. We had the fish platter & mussels which were beautiful and several cheeky glasses of wine. I wasn't..."

Tim Brickle

"Absolutely fabulous spot! It's literally the best little secret in Ventnor. Amazing cakes, milkshakes and superb beers for the adults!😊 Beautiful..."

Gemma Metcalfe

"Had lunch at Seapot , a lovely friendly welcome and lots of fuss to our little dog Tilly! Beautiful views with lovely tasty food and reasonably..."

Angela Davis

"A beautiful spot, ever friendly service and awesome snacks. A hidden gem not to be..."

Mark Jeanes

"The staff were lovely and incredibly flexible about our annoying food allergies. You'll rarely find somewhere that is willing to alter a platter to..."

Sonny Johnson

"Had a very enjoyeable lunch at this charming and unpretentious seaside café. The Fisherman's board was delicious! A bit difficult to find because of..."

Florence Zakrzewski

"Great location for a refreshing drink on a beautiful walk to monks bay! Unfortunately the sea mist rolled in but still warm! On a clear sunny day..."

G

"Had a gorgeous lunch at at The Seapot. It took a bit of finding due to road closure but worth the effort. I had the Fisherman’s board which was..."

Jackie Knight

"We came here after seeing the great reviews online! It’s really tucked away but 100% worth the walk down! The food was really good, very reasonable..."

Dan Dilloway

"A little gem! Lovely people, super food, amazing..."

Sharon Charalambous

"Wonderful restaurant. Sat in a beach hut and had the fisherman's board. All family members loved their food. Brilliant location, service and drank..."

Matt Atkinson

"A must do, at the end of the coastal walk. Just what we wanted. The 3 beach huts were very cute too, should you need to shelter from the sun or the..."

Ann On-Holiday

"Such a lovely place and great food too! Right on the seaside, there are tables outside or you can sit inside one of the cabin, very nice. We had the..."

Angela Barone

"This is a beautiful spot with a serene view. Very relaxing sitting right next to the ocean while enjoying a coffee. Would definitely recommend for..."

Angela Dalton

Geranium Restaurant - The Royal Hotel

Free off-street parking

Wheelchair Accessible

Accepts American Express

"We had a dine and stay price is Wight deal . The taster menu looked so tempting that we upgraded + the wine selection it was fabulous would highly..."

Richard Ann Sheath

"Stayed at the royal hotel for my brothers wedding at the botanical garden from 19-22 July. I took my Bernese mountain dog along wth me and the staff..."

Sam Healey

"If you are looking for attentive staff, friendly faces, fantastic service, luxurious surroundings, sparkling blue pool water, bubbly champagne,..."

Sally Butler

"The welcome, service of the staff and the food were second to none at The Royal. Would absolutely recommend. A real timeless classic gem on a..."

Juliette Middleton

"Absolutely loved every minute of our time at The Royal Hotel. The hotel itself is beautiful, the grounds and views are stunning and the staff were so..."

Sarah Shaikh

"Beautiful hotel with the friendliest & helpful staff. Particular mention to our breakfast waiter Alex and the gentlemen behind the bar, thank you for..."

Julie Bartlett

"Excellent service, room was comfortable and welcoming with great view- although some stairs to negotiate after leaving the lift - the corridors..."

Bridget Jones

"Had afternoon Champagne tea for my daughters 21st Birthday, food and drink were 1st class, surroundings tranquil and beautifully maintained, staff..."

Karen Boudicca Hollingsworth

"We did the 'Dine and Stay' at The Royal to celebrate our anniversary after marrying there 10 years ago. Beautiful place, the staff are amazing,..."

Jo Chipperfield

"This is a beautiful hotel in a lovely setting. Staff are very friendly and helpful. An old fashioned charm with a modern twist. The restaurant food..."

Suzanne Hall-Gibbins

"Had a lovely stay! Thankyou! Complementary upgrade!! Fizz in the room! All the things that matter... Clean throughout, great food, great service!..."

Jo Hunter

"We had an excellent stay here. The staff were exceptional and very attentive. Would definitely recommend for anyone wanting to visit the Isle of..."

Courtney Graham

"A top class experience, in tasteful period surroundings, with superb gardens to enjoy looking out on to. The "Royal Tea" is an experience in itself...."

Tony Holmes

"Fabulous food, gracious staff, best bed ever! A perfect way to recover from a trans-Atlantic..."

Jennifer Parent

"The food was excellent and the service was fantastic. Highly recommend The Royal Hotel. It was a great..."

Barry Noke-Hart

Ale And Oyster

Roger Adcock

Brasserie @ Hillside

"Hillside is a glorious haven of comfort, style and luxury. The owners are charming and genuinely friendly, and the house and gardens are a feast for..."

Kate Evelyn Smith

"A lovely place. Fantastic accommodation and attentive..."

Paul Birks

"Lovely amazing value meal in a great..."

Steve Bowen

"A classy, but unfussy interior with lovely grounds. Everyone said that their beds were incredibly comfortable. The most delicious breakfasts,..."

Susan Woolf

"Absolutely loved staying at Hillside, VERY Helpful staff, Great Owner - all very happy to help. It was our first short break away without our..."

Marie Hattersley

"The perfect place to relax after Round the Island Race, excellent food, fab rooms and amazing..."

Mark Minkley

"A truly amazing weekend, with great dining, authentic atmosphere, and the most friendly staff and..."

Johan Vinther

"Wonderful way to spend my 50th Birthday. Many thanks to everybody at Hillside for making the time so..."

Jacqui Wade

Stripped

"Great simple food done well !! Fresh, uncomplicated, minimal, both the menu and interior go hand in hand. Walking in to the stripped out old bank..."

Rustica Tiles

"Awesome burger place, great vegan options if you want one! Parents love the meat ones..."

Steve Rogers

"Fantastic new venue in Ventnor, worth a visit without a doubt..."

Sharon Holloway

"Just such good..."

Hana Yates

"I don't have any more photos as we ate it too quickly! Friendly service and delicious..."

Adam Waters

"Ordered takeaway and food was ready in 10mins. Food was delicious, tasty burgers and the fusion fries were great! Gluten free catered for as well...."

Michael Bloomfield

"Didn't expect to find such a nice burger bar in Ventnor. I though these are normally found in locations with a younger demographic. Anyway, staff..."

Matthieu Marshall

"Great burgers and the Crab fries and Frickles are to die..."

Tim Blackshaw

"Excellent! If you THINK you've had the best burger ever but you haven't visited this place ... You're mistaken! This is a lot more excitng than just..."

Richard Treadwell

"We had the veggie burger, the beef pizza and pizza & chips for the kids. Very impressed with the staff, beer selection and the kids had loads of room..."

Steamtrain

"The food is amazing! Easily one of the best if not the best pizza I've ever had in my life. So much so we went back within a week! Great quality..."

Lisa Ford

"Closed during Covid, but when they were doing the burger truck in Ventnor (as they were in December), I scheduled my weekend around it. The..."

Hawk Moon

"Plant burger was very interesting, miso roman soup was excellent, not many places manage to make it well! Unique Coke substitute brand was also..."

Jake L

"Awesome food experience. Simple menu with classical items like burgers and pizzas, but so well made with super ingredients. Kids very much enjoyed..."

Morten Jensen

"Friendly, fun and welcoming team (always). Great location, vibe, music, wine and food! (Don't forget to also visit its amazing sister restaurant..."

Shelley Scothorne

"Good and interesting flavours for the beef katsu burger. fries were solid but not mind blowing. bottom of the burger bun was incredibly soggy though...."

Pan

"Really delicious food, good portion sizes too and friendly attentive service. There is a great variety of options - including incredible vegan food..."

Jessica Riley

"Exceptional service and a lovely informal atmosphere. The best pizza on the Island. Very accommodating of all dietary..."

Matthew Ridley

"Great food all freshly made and very tasty. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Will have to return very..."

Craig Dabbs

"Really good burgers. Not the usual cheesy/mayo heavy fair: different style but absolutely..."

Jenga Jools

"The best burger and chips!! The fried dill pickles were amazing..."

A R

"been here before but wasnt impressed with the selection but opted for the lamb burger special this time and have no regrets. highly..."

k

"Very tasty and change from the normal cuisine you get on the isle. The chips are amazing. Highly..."

Dharmesh Patel

The Boathouse Restaurant

"Excellent. Helpful friendly staff. Excellent fresh food, worth the hike to it. Made even better by the beautiful weather. Well done to..."

Jeremy Murton

"Situated in a beautiful little cove, Great food with very special views. Tucked away under the cliff..."

Andrew Guppy

"A little gem.... great cycling destination for lunch and..."

Linda Stephenson

"Amazing little resturant located right on the beach. You can watch the boats land with the days catch. The seafood is as fresh as you can get. Can..."

James Brooke

"Really good food and a great atmosphere. Can..."

Magnus Saunders

"Lovely food. Hot,fresh,tasty, service excellent. Clean facilities. Friendly. Best find ever..."

Anne Fabing

"Delightful location, lovely people. Great food..."

Linda Westmore

"Really friendly. Very good..."

Paul McKillop

"This is a little gem. Fantastic location, fantastic food, fantastic..."

Melanie Morris

"Sea food good and fresh and plenty of..."

Brian Milton

Smoking Lobster Grill And Cocktail Bar

92/100 (3661 ratings)

Seafood Platter for 2

Seafood Platter for Two

Half Lobster and Chips

Crab

Tempura Monkfish

Scallops

Thai Green Curry Risotto

Wheelchair Accessible

"I cannot say how much I loved this place! From the warm welcome to my whole family, the amazing advice on which drinks would be best with what food,..."

Shelley Saxby

"My grandfather had seen the place being refurbished and asked us to take him for lunch yesterday (30th September) we certainly were not disappointed!..."

Tarnia Nebbitt

"We came for the weekend, and was recommended to visit smoking lobster by one of the bars in shanklin (no. 64) we had a party of 5 of us, all of which..."

Tanya Phillips

"Lovely place, lovely food and the staff were really friendly. If you're ever in Ventnor you should definitely give this place a try. I highly..."

Heidi Johnson

"Absolutely fanatic meal tonight, there were 6 of us and you had to very hard customers to please (the oldies) and not surprisingly they thought you..."

Alicia Peace

"Food was easily the best we've eaten on IOW :) Fish was cooked to perfection and 'slaw so crunchy and delicious. We visited twice both times the..."

Wesley Hackett

"Simply the best! Friendly welcoming staff, such a great setting and the most incredible food, cannot get enough of this..."

Sue Wharton

"Loved our first visit last night, and will definitely be back before long! Fillet steak - amazing, crispy chilli squid - the best, and ricotta..."

Helen Babington

"Amazing food, fresh, modern & absolutely delicious using lots of local produce, easily one of the best restaurants on the Island (cocktails are..."

Sophie Honeybourne

"What an absolute Gem of a perfect restaurant! The menu was a delight , so refreshing & the food was out of this world! Beautiful setting with..."

Kate Dale

"From the moment we stepped in the door the staff were very welcoming and went out of their way to provide a good paced service and made sure we..."

Lou Grice

"Very cool place. Fun & friendly professional service, and all the dishes were out of this world, most caught locally of course, this place would give..."

Al Chisholm

"Super attentive staff who were more than helpful in finding us a quiet corner for our dog (they also gave us water with ice cubes for him on a..."

Tony Goff-Yu

"Excellent! The menu reflects the quality of the restaurant as close to as a michelin star as you can get. The food is fresh and very well cooked,..."

Michael Crowe

"What a wonderful place for dinner! Easily missed, but this gem of a restaurant is a must visit when you come to the Isle of Wight, easily one of the..."

Phai Dip

"Ventnor is a casual little seaside town with the usual seaside fish and chips, etc. Imagine my delight when I went there for lunch at the..."

Bethany Staelens

"Excellent and good quality seafood with friendly staff in a small, cosy setting facing the sea. All dishes were good but the desserts were..."

Rohit Ambekar

"Visited Smoking Lobster with my family (wife and two daughters) whilst on the IOW. It was our daughters 4th birthday. The staff could not have been..."

Matt Pavitt

"Absolutely brilliant time at the Smoking Lobster. Food was fantastic (have to try the lobster brioche) and the staff couldn't have done enough for..."

Pete Alexander

"Went to the restaurant yesterday evening. Customer service was excellent, swift and welcoming. Food was amazing and felt like it was worth it...."

aaron arasasingham

"Beautiful fresh ingredients, cooked perfectly and served by delightful staff in a clean simple tasteful restaurant. Add a glass of chilled wine...."

Kim Roberts

"Having been to the Smoking Lobster in Cowes on three occasions with three different experiences from superb to mediocre, we decided to go to the..."

Clive Jones

"Beautiful location, beautiful interior decoration and wonderful food. Completely enjoyed my time here. Pro tip: try the limoncello sake (if they..."

Nick Muoh

"Love this little restaurant by the beach, I don’t normally like Asian fusion, but smoking lobster does it so well, really good cooking with a lot..."

Vanessa Kho

"This is one of our favourite spots on the IOW. The food never fails to deliver in quality, taste and presentation. Be sure to book, it’s a popular..."

Paul Harris

"Amazing fusion flavours right by the sea! Making sure our guest from France experienced the best in Ventnor we could only book Smoking Lobster for..."

Simon Matthews

Felu

"Amazing 🤩 Food was hot, fresh and tasted amazing. Staff were very friendly and helpful, talking us through the menu choices was not a problem..."

Lee

"Dinner Lovely seafood restaurant We booked this restaurant in advance as there are not many restaurants open on a Tuesday evening. Good job we did..."

Guys Who Dine

"Wonderful restaurant with a sea view. Super friendly staff Top quality food with an Asian..."

Dave Nutt

"Great restaurant. The lobster and tiramisu a must have. Highly..."

Meryl D'Souza

The Hambrough Restaurant With Rooms

Sourdough Bread with Butter

Slow Cooked Breast of Low Lamb Braised Pearl Barley

Duck breast

Cod

Duck Liver Parfait Crisp Croquette Spiced

Gulab jamun

Foie gras

Chocolate Mousse Cocoa Tuile and Fresh Coffee

Beef

Homemade Chocolates

Escalope of Cornish Cod Braised Fennel & Bouillabaisse Sauce

Coffee and Handmade Chocolates

Lobster

Lasagne

Honey Roast Guinea Fowl and Roast Hispi Cabbage

Salad

Ice Cream

Duck Liver Parfait with Crispy Leg Croquette Spiced Fig Chutney and Toasted Ciabatta

Crab

Ceviche

Escalope of Cornish Stonebass Cauliflower Puree Saute Pak Choi and Red Wine Sauce

Scallops

Tarte Tatin

Button Mushroom Velouté with Mushroom Stuffed Pasta & Truffle Dressing

Duck

Cakes

Gazpacho with Crab and Pickled Radish

"Delicious and creative dishes, including interesting Vegetarian options. Wonderful friendly service added to the occasion. Would recommend table..."

Edward Barnes

"The champagne high-tea was an absolutely lovely experience for my auntie and I, from beginning to end. From the minute we arrived, we were warmly..."

Suki Stockham

"Top rated food. Rather an underwhelming interior in the restaurant and the lounge area, it could do with an interior designer coming in. The waiter..."

marc

"An excellent place for eating. The set lunch is amazing value for extremely good food. The service is excellent, and the location is great..."

Lee Cotton

"Matthew Tomkinson at the Hambrough reminds us all what 'fine dining' should mean, yet so rarely does, alas; for his cooking contains the rarest of..."

Ted Nield

"Ambiance, experience and hospitality where all superb - we were made to feel very special to be honest. Food in totality was exceptional - a lunch..."

Mike Jolly

"The duck parfait was a meaty cloud of joy. The lamb beautifully cooked but a little confusing. The beef was like eating delicious velvet. The cod was..."

Mr Akhtar

"Went there for a wedding breakfast ( evening meal). Highly recommend it. Amazing food, and great service. Couldn't of been more helpful..."

Helen Kibbey

"The most incredible fine dining experience. Each and every element of the meal was perfection. Everything from the sourdough and salted butter was..."

The Charlotte Diaries

"Superb, 7 course tasting menu, we enjoyed every dish. Table in the window with a beautiful view. Good atmosphere, helpful friendly..."

Rachel Green

"Outstanding experience ! Thank you Matthew and Geo ! Beautiful ravioli, beef Rossini and the Apple tart is a fusion of flavours you will never..."

Gino Feraru

"We had lunch at the Hamborough twice while we were on the Island. Both occasions were truly excellent, perfect flavours, textures and beautifully..."

Gordon Brown

"Well worth a visit. Had Sunday lunch here was lovely with a great atmosphere, Ventnor is a quiet holiday spot with its own charm plus a sandy and..."

David Best

"Our second time at this restaurant and this time staying in one of the room. Amazing breakfast, really high quality ingredients, beautiful room with..."

Vanessa Kho

"we had a lovely break in a lovely room looking out over Ventnor beach, breakfast was delicious, but we went to have dinner, cooked by Mathew..."

Serena Cottrell

"We had an amazing lunch at the Hambrough. Lovely, attentive staff and delicious food on the set lunch menu. A really happy lunch experience. We will..."

Ian Robinson

"We had a lovely large room with double aspect views over the marina and sea, with a bath strategically placed to soak them up. The bed was large and..."

Caroline Eastwood

"We booked for afternoon tea, using a voucher bought as a gift. From the moment we walked in, we were treated superbly. We were greeted at reception,..."

Island Nanna

"We went to the Hambrough for the weekend and booked the restaurant for our first nights meal, I can truly say it was amazing. I had Gazpacho with..."

Craig Campbell

The Crab Shed

91/100 (1127 ratings)

Crab Pastie & Mackerel Ciabatta

"One of the most beautiful and magical hidden treasures on the Island. The food � is fantastic and totally fresh. The wine � simply enhances your..."

Curtis Xavier-Ross

"After venturing down the 88 steep steps (my daughter counted them!) and back up them again with our crab pasties bought we headed home to bake them...."

Cathi Morris

"What a great place for lunch lovely food great staff fantastic views. Thankyou for a great..."

Martyn Pope

"Loved it. I had the Crab Pasty and I must say it was Excellent. The King Prawn Skewers looked amazing. Next time I will try them if I can get a..."

Brett Aherne

"Fantastic crab lunch in outstanding bay, with just the best staff. Hope to be back for the..."

Jane Routley

"My twin sister and I visited twice it was so good the crab pasties are delicious, to be enjoyed with a little salad dressing on the side, and the..."

Jeannette Bradbury

"First crab pasty I've ever had and it won't be the last �. �. The salads were very nicely done and the slaw was just right. We'll be..."

Jon Fitness

"Unique setting and a fabulous crab sandwich, even on a blustery day it's worth the..."

Jane Scott

"Best crab sandwiches I have ever had and friendly, welcoming service - a great little find! You must..."

Julie-Anne Burton

"Fantastic food, brilliant service, spectacular location. An absolute must..."

Catherine Sarah Mattingly

"Just awesome food, amazing view and a generally lovely..."

Paul Nicholas

"Fantastic food set in a beautiful cove, certainly worth a..."

Gary Smith

"Only got 3 things to say about this place...Fantastic, Incredible,..."

Laura Miller Dunsby

"Second time we've visited for crab pasty. Just the..."

Nicky Eastaugh

"Amazing little place. Everyone should..."

Kate Lamb

"One of my favourite places ever! Food, views and service all amazing. Not to be..."

Rebecca Singerman-Knight

"Amazing!! Walked down from the Ventnor Botanical Gardens for lunch and beer. Lovely service, great pasty. If I didn't live quite so far away, I'd..."

Megan Booth

"Amazing half lobster. Wonderful pasties and lovely friendly helpful..."

Samantha Nicholas

"The crab pasties are absolutely gorgeous!! Perfect setting, we will definitely be back..."

Louise Moran

"Can't wait to visit very soon what are your opening hours starting 27th may please..."

Louise Backhouse

"The BEST for food and service in Steephill Cove! Steephill Cove is THE best place on the IOW! :)..."

Jane Curtis

"great quirky eating place in a beautiful cove. The crab pasties are..."

Jayne Jones

"Crab burger excellent and Great service from..."

Steve Bowen

"Fab crab sandwiches washed down with a lovely bottle of wine! Not to be..."

Anne Humphreys

"Crab with lime mayo and lobster bisque, very very nice. Lovely place and very..."

Myles Filose

"Delicious local lobster at lunch in a fantastic location on a sunny summer's..."

Serena Constance

"Amazing little spot in a very cosy bay. Feels almost original in its concept and very hidden away. Had a crab and sweet potato pasty, both great..."

Tim Beech

"Lovely little business, very tasty food & friendly staff. Hard to find the delightful quirky setting that is Steep Hill Cove but it was worth being..."

Julie Owen

"Well, not cheap, this plate for 2 was £150, but good quality. Good service, despite I tried to book over the phone and couldn’t. Just popped in..."

Ion Lupascu

"Independently recommended by two friends in London and met all expectations. Mackerel Ciabatta and Crab Pasty were delicious, all washed down with..."

Keith McMahon

"Steephill Cove, near Ventnor, Isle of Wight. The Crab Shed serves (amongst other good stuff) crab pasties, like Cornish pasties, but filled with crab..."

Laurence

"Delicious crab pasty at the crab shed yesterday. Great view and prices were pretty reasonable too. The mackerel ciabatta was also delicious. The..."

Abi H

"A rare spot that pairs great local produce with a stunning location. Amanda and her team even did a dairy free option that our daughter could have...."

David Trott

"Delicious crab pasty! What a treat - they do a mackerel one too - we will return next year for one of those! Fabulous location, couldn't have got..."

Martin Willingale

"The pasties are delicious. The surrounding is stunning. Steep Hill Cove is perfect for a relaxing day..."

Thomas Kuschel

"What a lovely view. We stopped for drink midwalk and didn't speak. Absolutely stunning. They do crab or mackerel pasties that smelt delicious. Wine..."

Kelly Henderson

"Unreal crab pasties!! You have to try them. Really beautiful location too - the Santorini of the Isle of..."

Luke Hellebronth

"Delicious crab pasty and mackerel ciabatta! Super friendly service..."

Peiyi Deng

"The atmosphere is very relaxing and beach like. The manager is very nice and open. A very worth while place to..."

Tom's Production

"Fab quirky place. Pasties delicious but don't do anything else 😋. Only open 12-3 I think but well worth it. Steep hill cove is beautiful and..."

Anne Wilson

"Crab pasties were amazing lovely place . Very..."

Zoe Litt

"Lovely staff, beautiful location, wonderful..."

Robert Beaven

"Crab, Mackeral and Salmon Pasties. Best place to go to get them, get there when it opens or there won't be any left 🤣. Can buy them frozen to take..."

Oscar Joyce

"Freshly made crab and seafood pasties...."

Darren Barden

The Buddle Inn

90/100 (4698 ratings)

Double Chocolate Brownie

Mixed Meat Roast Dinner

Pint of Fuggle De Dum Ale

Prawns

Beef

Smuggler's Beef Burger

Fish & chips

Pasta

Lemon Cheesecake and Raspberry Sorbet

Bangers And Mash

Salad

Mussels with Additional Fries

Lasagne

Sticky Toffee Pudding

Cobb Salad

Chocolate Fudge Cake Slice

Crab

Local Beer You Can't Beat

Free off-street parking

"Another visit to The Buddle Inn for a pre-Christmas meal. Roast turkey and a roast beef, all meals were perfect. Love this place for being a..."

Neil McNiffe

"Lovely pub serving Mermaid gin and island sea salt vodka, food was good, service was great and the live music awesome. Big up to Sean and his guitar...."

Jacqueline Murphy

"wow! - lovely pub with great views to the sea, good selection of beers + some of the finest pub food in..."

John C. London

"Amazing food and fantastic service! We were a group of 4 adults and 3 children. With our daughter being coeliac we are always weary of where to take..."

Wayne Kahn

"Absolutely lovely food,great service,can't wait to go back,would thoroughly recommend this..."

Craig Bridgeman

"Brilliant pub, great views and fantastic staff! A huge thank you to Vicky for her recommendation for our next pub as..."

Carl Iszatt

"Lovely atmospheric pub, dog friendly with great food. Always a must visit when on the..."

Steve Povey

"Great local pub!! Fantastic with kids and adults!!! Highly recommend it for anyone passing..."

Alec Nash

"Yummy roast dinner here today. Friendly staff but not in your face whilst eating, which is always good. Clean, welcoming and would definitely..."

Tracy McNulty

"Thanks to the Buddle Inn and Jamie.... our stay was great..... the food was excellent... next time I'll bring my accordion. Thanks again From the..."

Mark Buddle

"Great service, food good ,grandson enjoyed a tender steak , Portion size very good. There is even a Buddle Ale. All in all great..."

Brianrobert Worley Buddle

"Amazing pub. I visit at least once a year . Foods great, beers great, staff are great and the atmosphere is ...... you guessed it ! Been here loads..."

Ryan Hatfield

"A gorgeous country pub overlooking the sea. The smell of authentic pub, beer and food cooking was alluring and will surely be back to sample the..."

Ross Bray

"The Buddle Inn has got to be my favourite place to eat on the island. My first time there I had the crab Mac n cheese which was absolutely..."

Zoé K (zoevisits)

"4 of us dropped in without a booking just as the heavens opened 😱 So glad we did! Staff very friendly & helpful, local Smugglers ale nice and..."

Mike Walters

"A beautiful place to rest in Niton for a long summer evening. Outdoor settings were comfortable and the town is endearing and aesthetic. Careful of..."

James Godby

"Been here twice in the last week, and the food has been stunning each time! Highly recommend if you love big portions and homely pub..."

Nick Jones

"enjoyed three separate visits at the Buddle over our week's stay in Niton, lured by the innovative loyalty app, but returning for the quality of the..."

rickycowslip

"Amazing location to start with, especially when the sun is out and sitting in the garden. Great choice of food on the menu, friendly staff...."

Nick Cole

"Beautiful evening to sit in the garden for our meal and take in the amazing view! Such a lovely location and the food was perfect..."

Rebecca Cole

"Lovely old English pub with large beer garden. Excellent food and friendly staff. Good carpark opposite and views of the sea. Unfortunately not..."

Glynis Marsh

"Took my wife and 4 girls. What a lovely place with a lovely atmosphere. The food was too die for and the options for the kids plentiful, definitely..."

Nick Plumb

"Enjoyed a fantastic Sunday roast a couple weekends ago with a group of friends. I would definitely say this awesome Inn is a must visit for people..."

Samuel

"Lovely food, friendly staff. Decent Atmosphere, nothing too special just your average pub/inn. Overall pretty nice place, although was not fond of..."

Hayden

"Lovely pub. Good service and nice pint. Food was pretty good..."

JAMES GRANGER

"Came for Sunday roast. Seated by a window with stunning views! Staff were friendly and attentive. The meat was tender and veggies cooked spot on...."

Mily Mullin

"Absolutely amazing! Cosy atmosphere. Service was great, staff were friendly, welcoming and attentive. The food was phenomenal! We shared the..."

TashaJamesReynolds Reynolds

"Really lovely place to eat, fantastic old Smugglers Inn, very atmospheric. A varied menu and reasonable prices plus great service. From The Buddle..."

Kevin Miller

"Excellent Sunday roast and pudding. Very friendly staff and a great location. We lucked out catching it on the last night of opening for the..."

Jon Wickens

"Historic pub offering a beautiful view, cozy atmosphere and a traditional pub menu. I chose a lovely home made lamb stew with root veg and cous cous...."

Yvette Costall

Cantina

89/100 (1009 ratings)

Lemoncello and Plum Tart

Black and White Pudding

sausage sandwich

Pancakes

Toasted Banana Bread Ice Cream Salted Butterscotch Sauce

Hummus

Pasta

Meatloaf

Slow Cooked Cheesy Beans

Poached Egg Avocado on Sourdough Toast

Crab

Tomatoes and Sourdough Toast

Wheelchair Accessible

"Ive been here for two days straight filling myself with a veggie breakfast, my first BLT and unlimited coffee. It's full of beautiful, polite staff..."

Sam Bruce

"Thank you Cantina for a late served dinner (we came just before closing) for us on Saturday night! Food was absolutely amazing same as staff! We..."

Tatiana Stančíková

"Lovely staff, excellent service and fantastic food. Quirky place but the food is..."

Anne Humphreys

"My sister and I had breakfast here this morning. Fabulous sourdough toast topped with tomatoes, avocado, feta and poached egg with a sprinkling of..."

Sally Todd

"Something different on the Island, exceptional and eclectic breakfast choices, quality sausages with a duck egg. Really loved it. We were looked..."

Michele Salmon

"Great food, great staff, lovely evening. Highly recommend. Thank..."

Mark Chilcott

"Had lunch here today with a group of friends - meat eaters, veggies and a vegan. All had a fab meal, no fuss! Lovely food, delicious mocktails,..."

Linda Meredith

"Fantastic breakfast, smooth coffee and homemade bread. I’m in heaven..."

Phil Ainley

"Gorgeous food on every occasion we have visited. Particular favourites are the porridge and avocado toast. The bread and baked goods are fantastic..."

Eleanor Larkin

"Cantina has a great menu and staff. My kids love going there and trying different things. Their fresh bread is yummy..."

Toni Copping

"Thank you for some of the most interesting and delicious food we have eaten for a long time. We really enjoyed the great service, happy vibe and..."

Katrina Webb

"Excellent food, freshly prepared, very friendly and attentive service, a lovely location, and with a great selection of Austrian and Bavarian..."

Jane Maack

"Took friends for a meal on Thursday evening, Friendly and welcoming, great service, can see into kitchen and see food being prepared using fresh..."

Jane Mott

"Best breakfast ever �great value great hot chocolate as well..."

Tom Driscoll

"We stumbled upon this hidden gem when we were traveling on the Isle of Wight. Great food, even the beans for full English is specially made with..."

Jos To

"Absolutely wonderful brunch and amazing Bloody Mary (get one...or two!). Friendly staff too. Will definitely go..."

Carl Peachey

"Amazing brunch and friendly staff. The only thing that lets Cantina down is the lack of space inside, therefore, they have to turn people away at the..."

Zoé K (zoevisits)

"Absolutely loved this place! Dita is so friendly, welcoming and fun. We went for dinner and had an amazing evening. Adam is a very talented chef, all..."

Pete Coultas

"A cozy little place, with amazing food and excellent staff. We got to try just two things out of their brunch menu, and both were beyond amazing in..."

Kushagra Kapoor

"Love this place! We came here for brunch as it had some more interesting sounding dishes on the menu and we wanted a break from the usual full..."

Sandra Witzel

"Loved everything! Fresh and delicious breakfast, oat latte, lovely staff and cosy..."

Audre

"Outstanding food that was reasonably priced, amazingly friendly service, and a chill comforting atmosphere. The food really was divine, if you have a..."

Ben Eves

"Lovely place. Booked 15 for brunch. We were warned only the chef and one front of house staff working. We were fine with that and prepared to have a..."

Gilliana Sims

"Booked table (recommended as small and gets busy). Food was fabulous & cooked with care. We had garlic bread& chorizo followed by fish dishes & tart..."

C

The Beach Shack

Millionaire Shortbread

Crab Soup

Prawn Sandwich

Cakes

Smoked Salmon Sandwich

Ham and Chees Sandwich

"The Beach Shack is a jem amongst a very special hidden Cove. An amazing place, whatever the weather but especially when the sun is shining. Andy and..."

Ian Elvin

"My favorite spot on the island. A wonderful place, with damn good food, great staff, and fantastic views. What more can you ask..."

K.c. Wells

"£25 for 2 crab sandwiches & 2 bottles of cider seems a little steep but the location & the view are superb 👍 And the crab sandwiches are..."

Ivan Ward

"Loverly Place , we know we will be regulars here , all very good and at a very fair price..."

Dean Cummings

"A hidden gem..."

Sarah-jane Oakenfull

"We usually try and visit here when on the IOW as the location and craft salads are really great! It's not easy to reach but a short walk is all it..."

Mark R

"A fantastic little spot to watch the waves crash onto the beach. The food was great and the staff were very helpful. Definitely..."

Luke Hatherley

"What a location! Always recommend this place to anyone going to the island. The pint of prawns is a must have. Sit back and relax with a great view...."

Scott Werner

"Absolutely beautiful place for a spot of lunch prawn and Crab salad s one of if not the most picturesque places on the island, no crab left when we..."

Dave Smithers

"We loved it and will definitely visit again, the service was friendly, the venue was clean and offered a range of meals and beverages depending on..."

H

"We found it by chance last year on our holiday. It was an amazing find, best crab sandwiches ever. Lovely staff. If you want the crab you have to get..."

Georgina Bell

"A real good, busy cafe near the beach. The food was very good and the service was quick. Seating was limited, and it fills up quickly. Toilets are..."

Thomas Barker

"Cracking place for fresh produce in Steephill Cove. Quite a rustic place with a decent selection of local..."

Mark Calter

"This beach front cafe is a must for all visitors to Ventnor - to the Isle of Wight even. Great food, wonderful staff, and the view... I've been here..."

Phin Hall

"A wonderful little spot which used to be just your bog standard beachside cafe serving ice creams and bad coffee, which has now been transformed into..."

Sonny Johnson

"Great location, busy little cove with a few different businesses offering meals, kayak hire, pasties and drinks. The Beach Shack is great - excellent..."

Louise

"A hidden gem of a place, you have to walk down a steep ramp or stairs so not suitable for those with access requirements and there is no nearby..."

Neil Callan

"Wonderful place for lunch! Crab sandwiches were so fresh and delicious and staff were very friendly and attentive. Also made my little dog very..."

Jasmine Perry

"What a stunning view! Located in a small, peaceful, picturesque cove (Steeple Hill). Friendly & attentive staff, great outdoor terrace. The perfect..."

Joanne Dring

"My wife and I had one of the best meals ever here, I had a full crab salad, and my wife had a half prawn salad, endless cups of tea from a teapot..."

CJD Dobinson

"Great beach side location at the far end of Steephill cove. Stunning views and friendly..."

G

"I love this little cove at steephill, what a great spot for a cafe, right by the sea, drinks and snacks are great, and good..."

Ju

"Possibly the only Reason to struggle down to steep hill cove, although they don't do chevetts ( large prawns) , In all honesty there are more equal..."

robert piggins

The Bistro

87/100 (1381 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"The Bistro is our favourite eating out place on the Island. Fantastic menu and staff. Wonderful food cooked by Andy. We recently celebrated our..."

Delia Blackman

"My 1st visit to the Bistro last night, and I must say I was very impressed. My friend & I had a wonderful meal, which included the Ventnor Bay crab..."

Mandy Lambert - Ousby

"The food is great (Andy the chef really knows his stuff) and you are always made to feel welcome. We have never had a meal there that we haven't..."

Mick Harris

"Superb food, lovely decor and ambience. Wonderful friendly staff. Can't recommend highly..."

Karen Anne Morgan

"Had a beautiful brunch this morning - the staff are all lovely and welcoming and the food is beautiful! Will definitely be returning..."

Katie Marie Hough

"The best steak I have had on the island so far! Accompanied by a sublime sauce. How I have overlooked this place is a travesty to my tastebuds...."

Darren Ford

"Lovely little restaurant. The staff were very attentive without being intrusive. Plenty of time between courses to relax. Absolutely delicious food..."

Jane Torode

"Wonderful meal to celebrate my wife's birthday while on short break in Ventnor. Would highly recommend this..."

Malcolm Smart

"Definitely worth a visit when on the Isle of Wight! -be sure to book a table, as you otherwise might struggle to get in! -and book the beginning of..."

Markus Wilian

"Fab-u-lous!!! Excellent food, excellent service, lovely atmosphere. Top..."

Phil Ainley

"Absolutely gorgeous food, lovely friendly atmosphere recommend to..."

Madelyne Lewis

"Great chef, wonderful food, warm and friendly staff. Can't get enough of it!..."

Heather Whatley

"Amazing food and lovely staff! Definitely worth a visit!..."

Katie Weldon

"Great place, great chef!! Definitely a place to..."

Andrew Dodds

"Fabulous little family friendly restaurant. Amazing food and great value for money. Look forward to visiting again one..."

Caroline Allen

"Absoloutley gorgeous food loverly ambiance polite freindly staff defo go again..."

Tash Miller

"It was an amazing dinner! All dishes were terrific! Highly recommendable! A lovely waitress and our congratulations to the..."

Susana sousa egido

"Great restaurant with a good menu and specials board. Welcoming and attentive staff who made some good recommendations. Food was good of a little..."

Phil Allen

"First night opening and a fabulous find for our wedding anniversary celebrations while visiting the island. The duck was amazing as were the..."

Deborah Whiteley

"We had a fantastic meal here. All four dishes we tried were absolutely great and the portion sizes were very generous! The white wine we had was also..."

Sonny Johnson

"Excellent food with lovely staff. Highly recommended! Well worth a..."

Nikki Jackson

"Such good food and great service. Marinated herring with coleslaw, seafood linguine, red berry cheesecake with apple pie ice cream. All wonderful!..."

Hazel Allen

"Excellence is what best describes this restaurant. The service, the food, the atmosphere, everything surpassed any possible expectations. Gladly..."

juan .badariotti

"Small restaurant just off the seafront. Super atmosphere and attentive staff. Varied and interesting menu, the food when served was delightful. Would..."

Steve Crump

"Loved it here. Food was delicious. They didn't have a specific kids menu but they offered to adapt meals from the main menu and charged a lower..."

Tracey Nichols

"Stumbled upon this place and it’s a 100% gem. Food was delicious and great value too. Cocktails were dangerously good. All the starters were..."

Richard Taylor

The Rex Restaurant

87/100 (1368 ratings)

Prawns in Garlic Butter

Margarita

Filet Steak Medium Rare

Chilli & Fennel Pork Sausage Ragu Penne and Parmesan

Calamari

Seafood Frito Misto

Calamares

Garlic Bread Antipasto

Mussels Special

Prawns Linguine

Spinach and Pine Nut Lasagne

Wheelchair Accessible

Drinks

Dinner

Mid-range

"We came out for an early meal and were the only ones in the restaurant, which is why I have only scored 4 stars for atmosphere, but that didn't..."

Ian McFarlane

"The best meal we've had this holiday. The crab pasta was way better than that at Rick Stein's in Winchester! Great views across Ventnor with a small..."

becky poynter

"What a lovely restaurant. We ate there last night. Made to feel very welcome. The food was superb, what lovely flavours, also a great outlook across..."

l j Matthews

"Amazing place. There's an old apartment block right next to it. It's called Rex House. The penthouse must have an amazing view + the history behind..."

Anka Nie Ania

"Food and service were amazing and Seaview is fantastic. Could do with a face lift outside as you could walk past thinking it's closed. Probably one..."

ROBERT FERRY

"What a lovely little gem in the heart of Ventnor. We went there on two consecutive evenings during our 5 day trip in the island. Beautiful live piano..."

Chirag Agarwal

"Came in on a rainy Monday early evening. Service couldn’t have been friendlier and the food was excellent. Catered for our children who wanted..."

Will Rosten

"We were celebrating our wedding anniversary. The meal, atmosphere, the attention to detail was amazing. So good that we have booked for another..."

Dorothy Hall

"Honestly this is such a hidden gem! We booked earlier in the day and on arrival we're given a great table indoors with a fab view of the sun setting..."

Hannah Young

"We were treated respectfully and professionally, and made to feel special. Food flavours perfectly balanced. Fantastic view from outside. The owner..."

amy vale

Besty & Spinky’s Cafe Bar

85/100 (4904 ratings)

Crab Sandwich and Salad

Egg Bacon Sausage Beans & Toast

Cakes

Fried Prawn and Chips

Salad

Fish

Small Pancakes from a Package and not Fresh

Crab

Full english breakfast

Eggs with Avocado Toasted English Muffin

Fish & chips

Scampi and chips

Smashed Avocado Toast with Bacon Sciracha Sauce and Chilli with Poached Eggs

Breakfast omelette

Haddock Poached Egg and Hash Brown Potatoes

Fish & Chips

Average Frozen Hash Browns

Beer Battered Fish & Chips with Mush Peas

Homemade Pancakes

Cod

Cheese Burger and Chips

Wheelchair Accessible

"Yet another fantastic breakfast at besty and spinky's. In the many many years we have been going we have never anything but the best breakfast's...."

Josh Jeffries

"Most cafés can do great food piled high... But what made us keep coming back to Besty and Spinky's was the friendly, efficient service from all the..."

Hannah Hill

"WOW cant rate this place enough. Amazing value for money. Great portions and friendly helpful staff. Will be coming back for..."

Clo Pearce

"Yet again drinking on the seafront with my island mother sue who treats me like her own daughter and keeps me in check! Sitting outside the island..."

Samantha Pavier

"Great food and drink and good menu choices breakfast and lunch, at reasonable prices, great venue summer and winter accomplied with friendly..."

David Orrell

"Great location and view, pleasant and helpful staff, really nice seafood platter. Couldn't fault..."

Michael Hurst

"Great front of house people!!! So welcoming towards kids and grown ups!!! The kids menu is great and so large! As for the grown ups even better! And..."

Alec Nash

"Fantastic breakfast, lovely setting, welcoming staff and dog friendly! What more do you..."

Sarah Young

"Great food and great prices. We can highly recommend the Ventnor Bay Special Breakfast and the coffee/hot chocolate. Keep up the good work..."

Nick Hilton

"Went here with my friend and our kids staff couldn't be more helpful and food was great can't wait to go back..."

Vanessa Majors

"Lovely location and the most delicious crab..."

Thérèse Smith

"Brilliant!! Staff were very friendly and food very..."

Karen Michelle

"Awesome place with the best breakfasts on the Isle of..."

Chris Cane

"Never fails to satisfy a hungry tummy..."

Matthew Todd

"Amazing place, beautiful location, lovely people and the BEST breakfasts ever!!!...."

Milly Pitkeathly

"Great Breakfasts, great service, great place.......love..."

Andrew Lord

"I had the breakfast. Great, as always. Nice and hot. Prompt..."

Helen Turner

"Best breakfasts on the Island, great location and very friendly and welcoming..."

Julie Watson

"Best full english breakie I have had in a while good service and I want to go..."

Scottie Ventress

"These guys might have gone more upmarket over the years but still a warm welcome for all and great value for money. A favourite for the whole..."

Sarah Brett

"The best breakfast in Ventnor. Friendly staff, relaxed homely atmosphere. See you in..."

Patch Duggan

"WE LOVE SPINKS & SPANKS ❤️ Best full English on the..."

Rebekah Maguire

"fab sausage baguettes ...has my son's seal of approval ...about 3 in one week!!!! bacon butties and americanos hit the spot too..."

Abigail Rendell

"Besty and spinkys is open all year round Brilliant for breaky or lovely homemade lunch specials. hot/cold drinks, alcohol, sandwiches, cakes, mr..."

Lucy Best

"Great food, great..."

Sam Pearse

"Brilliant food and company. Love it..."

Wendy Lacey

"Fabulous lunch with super service near the Ventnor paddling pool. Lovely outlook over the sea and marina. We very much enjoyed the fresh crab..."

Suzanne Wilson

"Perfect for families with a great location near the paddling pool and beach. Very fast and friendly service and good range of food for the family...."

Hoopla Impro

"The food was lovely and great value for money. It’s right by a water area for kids. When one of our members was hungry they brought out a extra..."

Romin Tehrani

"What a fabulous experience we had here. My friend and I were cycling around the island and had planned to stop elsewhere but found ourselves here..."

Kylie Grant

"What a gem of a place! We went on a busy Sunday morning and received such a warm and friendly welcome and were found a table quickly despite the high..."

Michelle Masters

"I rarely post reviews unless somewhere is somehow outstanding. This was outstandingly good. We happened across it on a rainy Monday evening and boy,..."

Kevin Iles

"I actually ate here more than once which in itself is unusual as like to try different places but I'm going to hand out top scores for this place...."

K Brown

"The service was great and the food was fantastic and quickly served. I had a full English and it was awesome. I would highly recommend a visit here...."

Brian Whitehouse

"Nipped in for a quick lunch. Portions were very generous - the fish and chips were fresh and crispy and the tartar sauce was fab! The fish finger..."

Dilys White

"Great views, inside and outside seating, very attentive staff, nice food and drink options. Alternate breakfast options, well cooked wholesome meal...."

Gnans

"Great location on the sea front, friendly, helpful staff and great quality fresh..."

S. Westie

"If you want a good full English breakfast, this is the place to go! They have lots of other options on the menu aswell. You have nice view of the..."

Matt Englefield

"As ever great food at Besty & Spinkys both breakfast and early evening meal. Freshly cooked, good portions and super friendly staff. Will be back..."

Simon Matthews

"Great full breakfast with quality produce, cooked to perfection. Excellent service and reasonably priced. Great seafront location with comfortable..."

Simon Taylor

"Service is outstanding, with friendly staff and everything very well organised. Breakfasts are excellent and with views across the sea front, this..."

Ben Hnatow

"This is a brilliant place in the summer and with the paddling pool outside it made it even more fun. Food and drinks are reasonably priced given this..."

Stephen Siu

"Excellent venue. Good menu choice but we only had drinks. Lovely staff. Great..."

Mike Perry

The Spyglass Inn

85/100 (3794 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"It was extremely busy when we arrived however the queues moved quickly and the staff were efficient and friendly. The menu offered a good selection..."

Jaki Diggle

"Food , staff, place amazing!!!! I had the fish finger sandwich to die for..."

Ken Nurse

"Friendly and relaxing place to be service is great and great view with old fashioned music definitely worth coming to after a hike along the sea and..."

Antonio Richardson

"Great pub, right on the seafront with great selection of drinks and a menu for everyone. Staff are happy to serve, food is quick and there's live..."

Phin Hall

"The food was excellent good variety and reasonable prices. The staff was very friendly and welcoming and also welcomed our dog. Great place to..."

Elaine Moloney

"Fantastic food and atmosphere they even brought the dog a treat would certainly recommend..."

Natalie L Crewe

"An excellent all round dining experience. Good service, wonderful setting & great value tasty food. Large portions & varied menu. Great for whole..."

Jo Rayner

"Just moved over a few months ago and have been trying different pubs and restaurants this is one of the most fascinating places I've been in as a..."

Georgina Maria Mann

"Lovely old pub. Amazing food (although have to say the lobster seems to get smaller each time i go in there!). Still bloody lovely tho. Great..."

Nicki Monteath

"The food was amazing. Decent portions and the Seafood Curry is worth a..."

Terry Sykes

"We always go to this pub when we come to the island as it's such a great location and the food is fantastic. We came over for 1 night and decided to..."

Linley Buckingham

"One of my favourite pubs on the Island, always a good meal and great service, dog welcome too and always gets a few biscuits. Great location and..."

Mandy Kennedy

The Crab And Lobster Tap

Sticky Toffee Pudding

Salmon

Gammon and Egg

Fish and Chips and Mushy Peas

Wheelchair Accessible

"A great traditional pub! Staff are really friendly and the atmosphere is great, not to mention the fabulous Sunday lunches - delicious food at very..."

Warmand Osokosie

"Absolutely fantastic! The staff are very attentive, condiments come out before your meal, huge plus to me. This is where to go for your Sunday roast!..."

Hay Asher

"2 minute walk from main centre car park. Deceptively spacious Inn off the main Ventnor Centre just round to the left from the Ventnor Heritage..."

J Kfive (Jk5)

"Smashing cosy locally run pub :) Staff were really friendly & accommodating, food & drinks were great. Plus dog friendly. We enjoyed a nice chilled..."

Joanne Dring

"What an absolute pleasure it was coming to this fine establishment! We were looking for a homely pub meal which was family friendly and the Crab and..."

Charlene Elliott

"Visited on Wednesday 1st Feb Took advantage of the half price menu offer. Was not disappointed, great food and drinks. Friendly service. My steak..."

Mark Johnson

"As a young family with an 8 month old, this place was exactly what we needed while visiting Ventnor. The most welcoming pub we visited for the week..."

Simon Robertson

"Great food and well kept beer. My fish was huge .Very friendly and attentive..."

Nick Bertenshaw

"Definitely recommend a visit here. It's a beautiful looking traditional pub. Great drink selection, recommend The Ale of Wight if it's on. We enjoyed..."

Sue Beckett

"Lovely food, very friendly staff. Quirky. Good choice of games to keep kids (and big kids) entertained. Really enjoyed..."

Paul Favager

"This pub is great. An amazing Sunday roast, Which was home cooked for £10 and lovely pudding. A lovely bottle of French red wine for under £20 and..."

R A

The Ventnor Winter Gardens

Homemade Chicken Kiev

Chicken and Vegetable Pie

Prosciutto Wrapped Pork Loin

Fish & Chips

Tom Punch

Beer Battered Cod & Chips Peas & Tartar

Wheelchair Accessible

"This place is great! A hidden gem. Don’t be fooled by the exterior, which sadly needs a lot of work and has been left to deteriorate. Inside this..."

Edward Myatt

"Ventnor Winter Gardens was the perfect escape from the rainy weather outside! Inside, it felt so cozy and welcoming, like we were stepping into a..."

Sinbad B

"This place has awesome views from the windows and outside space of Ventnor Bay!! We both had a Burger and chips which was very nice and filling while..."

Nicky White

"Stopped off for a nice cup of coffee served with a smile and friendly chat. Nice views across the sea and surrounding gardens and a great example of..."

Steve Bishop

"Attended The Winter Gardens for a wedding reception today. This venue has a great location looking out to sea. To outside terraces and one roof..."

Sarah-Jane Martin

"Was greeted by friendly attentive staff the moment I walked into the building, I ordered the calamari, and was probably one of the best I’ve had..."

Hannah Hudson

"Parked in the town and walked to the front good variety of shops and eateries. Nice walk along the front plenty of coffee shops and a good pub at..."

John S

"Nice location with lovely views of Ventnor. Popped in whilst walking the dog for a beer and sat in the sun enjoying the peace, warmth of the sun..."

G

"Top top top time!! The organizers were stellar! The friendliest people you could wish for the atmosphere was electric and of course the general..."

Bboy williams

"We were pleasantly surprised - delicious food with a 25 per cent discount. Bit of a wait but the fish cakes were home made and absolutely lovely...."

Sally Burlington

"Great play, lovely breakfast,..."

darren quantrill

"Great spot great staff and brilliant food and beautiful..."

Daniel Marshall

"Very pleasantly surprised on Saturday morning in the Winter Gardens. Very warm welcome and quick service despite having a few customers in front of..."

Stuart Anthony Woodward

"The cake and coffee for a fiver drew us in and we weren't disappointed. Mark made us feel so welcome and the views are amazing. Would highly..."

jacqueline wesson

"I had creamy garlic mushrooms with baguette. Everything was fresh and very..."

Monika Rozwarzewska

"Sunny terrace area and smart tables and chairs inside. Quick and efficient service. Pleasant atmosphere with lots of events going on...."

Christine Gale

"Popped in to try the pie of the day ( chicken and vegetables) which was enormous, wholesome and very tasty. Really good chips too. Just a bit sad..."

Helen Young

"Great place to call off, choice of food some gluten free and dog..."

Wass Family

Ventnor Haven Fishery Takeaway

71/100 (857 ratings)

Speciality Food Market

Wheelchair Accessible

Accepts Credit Cards

Takeout

Mid-range

"I've read the reviews and laughed to avoid crying. When a woman is assertive she gets abuse that would never be given to man behaving exactly the..."

Chris Wheal

"I would just like to say thank you to the Blake family for providing the local community with the best seafood available, at reasonable prices, all..."

David Champion

"Love ventnor so nice but always breezy on sea..."

sharon nicholls

"Picked up some super fresh seafood after a quick call last night. Couldn’t be..."

wendy marsden

"Yes!!! At last!!! Fresh!!! Fish is bought at the harbour cooked in the restaurant on the other side of the road! It's amazing .... The UK is a..."

Just1 Dude

"Bought fresh fish from here no more than being 4/5 hours from the sea to the table. I’ve travelled the world and have caught and cooked fish..."

Todai Imappy (Todai Imappy)

"A convenient and picturesque fish shop built on a pier, possibly sourced locally, friendly sales..."

Star Creek & Josh Creek

"This is The best tastiest crab I’ve ever had ♥️ Served by none other than the now famous lady who is getting bad reviews by city tourists from..."

Mother and Son Diary UK

"I have to say I've always found the lady polite and very helpful I love going over to buy lots of whelks not had any in for a while hopefully soon! ..."

Kim Noyes

"I have reflected on the other reviews of this place, and considered my own experiences before setting down this review. I like this place. The..."

Richard Burniston

The Ventnor Winter Gardens

70/100 (1684 ratings)

Homemade Chicken Kiev

Chicken and Vegetable Pie

Prosciutto Wrapped Pork Loin

Crab

Tom Punch

Beer Battered Cod & Chips Peas & Tartar

Wheelchair Accessible

"came out for a meal the food was fabulous homemade burgers and isle of wight beef the staff were very polite and friendly would recommend if u..."

Paula Duff

"Incredible food . Amazing value. All staff were very friendly and accommodating. And price was cheaper than I would have thought. Not to mention the..."

Jordan Wade

"Went there for Mothers Day and had a delicious meal. The poor staff were rushing around and still smiling. Lovely atmosphere, the food and service..."

Debbie Hill

"Their weak bitter shandy are amazing and the atmosphere in there is fantastic definitely recommend for weddings and any..."

Emily Orr

"Had a great night. Staff friendly and welcoming. Lovely cocktails. Fully..."

Emma Alice Goodwin

"Lovely views, great food and beer. Friendly staff..."

Michelle Chase

"We filmed here in May for our teaser of T.I.M (This Is Me) lovely people greate service...."

Philip Lee Moore

"My favourite! Amazing view! Amazing atmosphere! Amazing..."

Lidia Majewski

"Just lovely for a coffee and light Saturday lunch - beautiful setting, food fresh and beautifully presented and excellent prompt service - thanks..."

Melodie Hicks

"Great service. We especially love the kids parties such as the Valentine's Ball and Halloween parties! Such hard work put in to..."

Tara Barnes

"Superb sunday lunch, tasted just like home. Will definately be returning..."

Sally Sprooles

"Fantastic venue, love what they've done to it. Fabulous views, great food, lovely..."

Maatje Lobbezoo

"So pleased we managed to catch the final performance of Cats. What a stunning show; beautifully choreographed with an immensely talented cast and a..."

Chris Elizabeth Turvey

"Great place for a relaxed coffee, chat and..."

Malcolm Young

"This place is great! A hidden gem. Don’t be fooled by the exterior, which sadly needs a lot of work and has been left to deteriorate. Inside this..."

Edward Myatt

"Ventnor Winter Gardens was the perfect escape from the rainy weather outside! Inside, it felt so cozy and welcoming, like we were stepping into a..."

Sinbad B

"This place has awesome views from the windows and outside space of Ventnor Bay!! We both had a Burger and chips which was very nice and filling while..."

Nicky White

"Stopped off for a nice cup of coffee served with a smile and friendly chat. Nice views across the sea and surrounding gardens and a great example of..."

Steve Bishop

"Attended The Winter Gardens for a wedding reception today. This venue has a great location looking out to sea. To outside terraces and one roof..."

Sarah-Jane Martin

"Was greeted by friendly attentive staff the moment I walked into the building, I ordered the calamari, and was probably one of the best I’ve had..."

Hannah Hudson

"Parked in the town and walked to the front good variety of shops and eateries. Nice walk along the front plenty of coffee shops and a good pub at..."

John S

"Nice location with lovely views of Ventnor. Popped in whilst walking the dog for a beer and sat in the sun enjoying the peace, warmth of the sun..."

G

"Top top top time!! The organizers were stellar! The friendliest people you could wish for the atmosphere was electric and of course the general..."

Bboy williams

"We were pleasantly surprised - delicious food with a 25 per cent discount. Bit of a wait but the fish cakes were home made and absolutely lovely...."

Sally Burlington

"Great play, lovely breakfast,..."

darren quantrill

"Great spot great staff and brilliant food and beautiful..."

Daniel Marshall

"Very pleasantly surprised on Saturday morning in the Winter Gardens. Very warm welcome and quick service despite having a few customers in front of..."

Stuart Anthony Woodward

"The cake and coffee for a fiver drew us in and we weren't disappointed. Mark made us feel so welcome and the views are amazing. Would highly..."

jacqueline wesson

"I had creamy garlic mushrooms with baguette. Everything was fresh and very..."

Monika Rozwarzewska

"Sunny terrace area and smart tables and chairs inside. Quick and efficient service. Pleasant atmosphere with lots of events going on...."

Christine Gale

"Popped in to try the pie of the day ( chicken and vegetables) which was enormous, wholesome and very tasty. Really good chips too. Just a bit sad..."

Helen Young

"Great place to call off, choice of food some gluten free and dog..."

Wass Family

The Met Wine Bar

70/100 (1466 ratings)

Tomato and Mozzarella Panini

Crab

Kabobs

Chocolate Chip Muffins

Pint of International Beer

Mesquite Chicken Wings

Wheelchair Accessible

"Lovely bar on Ventnor sea front. Great tapas selection, good beer and cocktails. Friendly staff, great for couples and families alike. Good..."

Libby H

"A (not so) hidden gem. Great food, served beautifully and really nice friendly staff. I think? family run, and run very well indeed. 2 visits in my..."

Ben Cazzola

"Only had a drink. Went back again to eat but we picked the day they were not serving food in the evening. Lovely place to sit and watch the world go..."

Sharon Jeffries

"A lovely place to have a meal, a glass of wine and enjoy beautiful views of the beach and the English Channel. The staff are very helpful and..."

Maureen Sutton

"Great staff, food and ambience. The tapas dishes were great value for money and delicious. We ate here twice during our week long stay in Ventnor it..."

Liz Wood

"On a Beautiful sunny day there is nothing better then sitting in an air conditioned building with fantastic decor and a brilliant view. Now for the..."

Freddy Cairns

"Amazing food, excellent selection of tapas for all tastes. Whipped feta on specials was amazing. crab ramekin very tasty, service good, staff polite..."

ROBERT FERRY

"Stopped here for lunch today, and it was delicious!! Baguette with falafel and houmous. Very fresh bread , lovely side salad and crisps All served..."

Yvonne Upton

"Nice little seaside spot for small plates. We shared the taramasalata dip (pretty good) the barbecued pork belly (which was really more like..."

Bethany Staelens

"We only went for drinks but it was a nice environment with friendly bar staff. The cocktails were very good and reasonably priced. Would recommend..."

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